Rappahannock News, July 3, 2002

✓"1 V;' ~'f\ V 1 i 124th Year ... No. 27 Rappahannock County*s Family Newspaper Since 1877 'V. v Phone (540) 675-3338 WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2002 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Rapp Briefs Holiday closings announced The Rappahannock County Government Offices will be closed on July 4. Since the Independence Day holiday falls on a Thursday this year, Friday, July 5 will also be a paid state holiday for the Commonwealth’s employees. The Rappahannock National Bank and the Rappahannock News will be closed on Thursday, July 4, however, will resume regular business hours on Friday. Gray Ghost to celebrate 8th Join Gray Ghost’s eighth anniversary celebration Saturday and Sunday, July 6 and 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy seasonal hors d’oeuvres paired with internationally acclaimed Gray Ghost wines. The days’ activities will include live music, the VonClown family and tours scheduled throughout the day. Admission includes hors d’oeuvres, wine tastings, logo glass, live music and tour. Admission is $15 for adults, $7 for under 21 and designated drivers. For information or directions call 937-4869. Town celebrates All who live or work in the Town of Washington are invited to an oldfashioned picnic on Saturday, July 6 from 6 until 9 p.m, at Mt. Prospect Farm, the home of Evelyn and Stewart Willis. Hot dogs, hamburgers, chicken and drinks will be provided. Please bring to share either a salad, appetizer or a finger dessert. Children are welcome, and croquet and lots of other summer games will be available. Summer Reading Club to begin The Rappahannock Library’s Summer Reading Club will begin on Saturday, July 6 and will continue each Saturday through Aug. 10 at 11 a.m. with the exception of July 27 which will begin at 3 p.m. The July 6 kickoff will be awardwinning storyteller Linda Fang and animal tales with an ancient Chinese twist. This year’s theme is ‘‘Books and Pets: Our Friends for ; Life,” and the Saturday programs will include award-winning storytellers, live snakes and lizards and alligators, puppet shows and more. For more information call the Library at 675-3780. Rappahannock Happenings ' • Friday, July 5, at 8 p.m., RAAC presents the film “Black Hawk Down” at The Theatre in Washington. • Tuesday, July 9 the Rappahannock School Board will meet at 7:30 p.m. in the Band Room at RCHS. • Wednesday, July 10 the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Washington Town Hall. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Rappahannock News Photo/Meredith Gorfein Bill Tieckelmann readies for the 4th with flags and an Uncle Sam hat. County residents celebrate quiedy Even though the traditional festivities in the Town of Washington are not taking place for the Fourth of July many small celebrations will take place all over the county. 4th of July on Courthouse lawn Wet your whistle with some icecold lemonade on the Fourth of July from noon until 4 p.m. on the Courthouse lawn. There will be balloons for the taking, American flags galore, voter registration forms, Ben “Cooter” Jones bumper stickers and literature, and shade from a tent and the surrounding trees. There will even be patriotic music playing and a microphone at the ready in case anyone feels the need to make a speech! All are invited to drop by for some old-fashioned neighborly chit chat and politics talk. (Stopping by just for the lemonade is okay, too.) Apples and barbecue unite for celebration Mac users in the Blue Ridge area now have another reason to celebrate on July 4. The BlueRidge Mac store is sponsoring a barbecue from 3 to 7 p.m. where all Rappahannock Mac users and PC people will be welcome. Says Louise vanDort, manager, “We’re providing the food, and hope everyone will enjoy the festivities. We’ll have on display the iMac, iPod and other Apple Computer products so here’s a good chance to take a look at them.” The barbecue will be held at Number 9 Joshben Lane in Sperryville, from 3-7 p.m. on July 4. The telephone contact there is 540987-8474. Helen Williams is new interim superintendent By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Staff Writer Helen Williams, who served Rappahannock County Public Schools as its Director Of Special Education and Pupil Personnel and then Assistant Superintendent, has returned as interim superintendent on a month-to-month contract, according to terms negotiated with the School Board and announced at its payout meeting on June 27. Mrs. Williams will direct the system’s operations for up to six months, with contract extensions possible, while the search for a permanent replacement for Dr. David Gangel is conducted. Dr. Gangel resigned from his position after having served as Superintendent for fifteen years, and accepted the position as Superintendent of Schools for Amelia County as of July 1. School Board Chairman Wesley Mills also announced that six positions were filled in the school system: Marilyn Gozzo as first grade teacher; David Naser as RCHS physics teacher; Kimberly McKinney as RCES special education teacher; Amy Cook as RCES teacher; Marietta Verrill as RCES aide; and James Deal as RCES custodian. Budget matters The School Board dealt with end-of-year financial issues as well at their payout meeting. Food Service Director Judi Burke pre sented the cafeteria financial report for the year that showed a starting balance of a negative $8,837.84 and an ending balance of a negative $12,765.29, indicating a revenue shortfall for the year of nearly $4,000 on receipts of $393,312. Despite the shortfall, the Board took no action on member Rose Ann Sharp’s suggestion that meal prices be increased by five or ten cents to cover future shortfalls. Finance Director Bonnie Hahn provided the Board with end-of year financial reports and information, and they moved affirmatively on end-of-year purchases and on account balancing to close the books for the fiscal year. The end-of-year purchases approved amounted to $199,717, which included some $60,000 of “regular” bills, and the remainder of which was allocated for some of the purchases requested by school staff members. The largest single purchase was for a transit-type, large capacity bus to be used on the Chester Gap route. The Board also discussed the disposition of $41,803 in appropriate but unexpended funds that must to be returned to the County at the end of the fiscal year. They agreed to request that these funds be returned to the School Board for maintenance costs, including maintenance employee salary and benefits and maintenance supplies and equipment. New high school principal named By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Staff Writer An especially rigorous Rappahannock County High School principal recruitment and selection process followed the sudden resignation of Joseph Perine in May of this year, and led to a unanimous School Board vote on July 1 to hire Roger Mello for that position. Mr. Mello was the final candidate of the seventy-two who originally applied for the position. Mr. Mello is a 1987 graduate of the University of Virginia, received See PRINCIPAL, Page A4 School Board request on hold until October By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Staff Writer Recently named Interim Superintendent of Schools Helen Williams was introduced to the Board of Supervisors at their July meeting by School Board chairman Wesley Mills, and she received her initial Board of Supervisors “not yet” on her request for maintenance funds for the coming year. The School Board decided, at their payout meeting last week, to request the return of $41,803 in unexpended funds to be used to employ a “handyman” in the school system, and for the purchase of maintenance supplies/equipment. Those unexpended funds had to be returned to the County by the end of the fiscal year (June 30), and the School Board had hopes that the Board of Supervisors would agree to give r them back to the School Board to replace maintenance funds stricken from the schools' budget, by the School Board, in a cost-cutting move. Wakefield District Supervisor Roger Welch, who has in the past expressed concern about school maintenance issues, forwarded a motion to return the funds for maintenance uses, and his motion was seconded by Hampton District Supervisor Bryant Lee. Stonewall-Hawthome’s Robert Anderson, however, said that he did not see how it was possible to return any1 finds until the October supplemental appropriation and, in addition, took exception to Finance Director Bonnie Hahn's statement, reported on Rapplinks, that "it’s our (the school’s) See SUPERVISORS, Page A8 CMR Farm Fair set for July 9-14 By Hazel Zinn-Day 4-H Program Support Technician, Senior The Culpeper, Madison, Rappahannock Farm Fair will be July 9 through 14. There will be a concert at Culpeper County High School to kick off the week on July 6 at 7 p.m. Linda Lou and the Lucky Four from Nashville will perform with Debbie Zinn opening the show. Tickets are $5 in advance available at the Extension Office or $8 at the door. The 4-H Horse Show will be held on July 6 at Touch Point Farm in Culpeper. The 4-H/FFA Swine Show will be Tuesday, July 9. On Wednesday, July 10 activities and shows include the 4-H Cat Show, Stick Horse Races, Cloverbud Pet Show, Ice Cream Eating Contest, and the 4-H/FFA Sheep Show. On Thursday, July 11 activities include the 4-H Rabbit Show, Petting Zoo, Stockman’s Contest, and the Dairy Beef and Beef Show. Friday will start off the Tractor Driving Contest. Then there will be a Nigerian Goat Show followed by the opening of the Home Economics Department after the judging to view the wonderful exhibits. There will be a Country Ham Dinner at 4:30 p.m. followed by the 4-H/FFA Livestock Sale. Saturday July 13 will be a fun filled day for everyone with lots of activities occurring all day that include a skydiving demonstration, llama demonstration by local resident Gwen Hays, Mom Calling Contest, 4-H Dog Show, Little Mr. and Mrs. CMR., Draft Horse and Mule Pull, The Orange County Cloggers, a barbecue dinner followed with a Pickin Party. Sunday finishes off this exciting week with the Owner Pet Look Alike Contest, The Super Farmer Contest, and the Orange County Cloggers. Anyone can join in the events and have a great time. So bring your family out to the Culpeper, Madison, Rappahannock Farm Fair July 9-14 for an old fashion, down home good time! If you have any questions about the Farm ‘ Fair, call the Extension Office at. < 675-3619. Doves in flight Photo courtesy of Mark Rhein These white doves are soaring home to Cornucopia Farm in . Washington. See story on A-4. • www.GrpatMpanow.or^

The summer days of Panther Pause — this week RCHS By Michael W. Tupper Assistant Principal Now that the school year has come to a close, it is an excellent opportunity to write about and thank several people in our high school for a job well done. Many times individuals put much time and effort into their jobs and receive little recognition. Bobby Baldwin and Walter Frye, our school custodians, worked extremely hard to maintain our high school. Each day, Mr. Baldwin spent many hours shining our floors, emptying endless loads 1 i £ * of trash, cleaning bathrooms, i making repairs, changing I light bulbs, cutting grass, and the list goes on. Mr. Baldwin is truly a hard worker who completed his tasks with pnae. The class, rooms Mr. Baldwin didn’t get to during the | day, Mr. Frye i cleaned in the evening. You may xicxvc cntuunteieu him during evening events at the high school. Frequently he was pulled from his routine duties to assist a community organization with setup and cleanup. Mr. Frye was always willing to help. Thanks, Mr. Baldwin and Mr. Frye! Our cafeteria staff is made up of Mrs. Payne, Mrs. Brady, ! Mrs. Smoot, Mrs. Atkins, Mrs. 1 Alther, and Mrs. Frazier. These fine ladies deserve much credit. They always greeted our students with a smile and a warm meal. Thank you, ladies, for* feeding our children and staff! * Holly Pendleton and Mark Chantry sire two gentlemen that make our lives easier. We are extremely lucky to have such highly qualified individuals. Mr. Pendleton and Mr. Chantry are helping us keep pace with the computer information explosion. If you ever ask them what they’re working on, be prepared for a lesson in computer talk. Thank you, gentlemen, for keeping us up and running! Jason Gochenour and Robin Campbell, our guidance counselors, worked hard this year to provide a variety of services to our students and staff. They have the trust of our students and strive to provide them with information about colleges, the world of work, and technical schools. They not only schedule students to meet Letsen graduates Michael James Letsen of Castleton recently graduated from Liberty University. He received a Bachelor of Science in Government. Liberty University is a private, Christian liberal arts university in Lynchburg. We Finance Country Living! r i Kimberly Love Loan Officer Your dream home. That perfect piece of land. Some horses or livestock. Farms or farm equipment. I can help finance it all! FARMCPEDTPfc (540) 347-3344 (Warrenton) or 800-559-1016 Yes! 0 Please enter my new subscription to: Sappahannocfe New? Subscription Rates By Maifr"*S^ Rappahannock.$21 Elsewhere in the U.S.$27.°°/year Name __ Address _ 1_ City_ State Zip. Mail subscriptions are payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahannock Nexus, P.O. 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O u r phones are constantly ringing and Janet Jenkins is ready to " greet you. une ot ner jobs is to contact parents when students are absent. I’m sure many of you have had conversations with her. She does a great job keeping up with our children. Thank you, Mrs. Jenkins. Another person who is vital to our success is Kelly Settle. Items on her job description are varied and numerous. We count on Mrs. Settle for everything from balancing the checkbook to organizing the senior trip. She shows tremendous initiative and unusual attention to detail. Thank you, Mrs, Settle! A group that deserves our gratitude is our teachers. Among other accomplishments this school year, we are pleased to report that Standards of Learning results improved dramatically. As many of you know, teaching is an extremely demanding job. Our teachers are dedicated to student success as they seek to meet each student’s needs. This is a monumental task, but our teachers don’t shy away from the challenge. It is unfortunate that space does not allow mentioning each teacher by name and contribution. Each one is appreciated for all that he or she does. Thank you, RCHS teachers, for an excellent year! An excellent school requires the dedication of a multitude of people. We appreciate the contributions of those mentioned, as well, as numerous other volunteers and staff members throughout the school system. Reading is cool Rappahannock News Photo/Barbara C. Wayland Jimmy Swindler's sixth grade class completed 100,000 pages of reading as part of a special "reading project" for the 2001-2002 school year. With encouragement from Mr. Swindler the students got excited about reading early in the school year and were bound and determined to meet that goal. Good job students and Mr. Swindler! Parade winners announced The Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company held its annual carnival last week, June 26-29. The parade was held on Thursday with the following as winners: • Best Appearing Antique Vehicle: Ricky Pullen, '64 Chevy truck; • Best Appearing Antique Fire Vehicle: Charles Hunter; • Best Appearing Comic Entry: Josh Colvins Viewtown Hillbillies; • Best Appearing Civic Entry: RAA Twins TBall; • Best Appearing Commercial Entry: Horse & Hound; • Best Appearing Senior Majorettes: 1st place — Marching Gems; 2nd place — Apple Valley; • Best Appearing Junior Majorettes: 1st place — Tip-Top Majorettes; 2nd place — Callenger; • Best Appearing Tiny Tot Majorettes: 1st place — Apple Valley; 2nd place — Karousel Majorettes; • Best Appearing Drum Corp: Rappahannock High School 0 w * C » * - *< r r C Excavating • Landscaping Home Improvements • Tree Service Quality Work SATISFACTION GUARANTEE TO ALL CUSTOMERS 540-987-9048 Imported cars aren’t foreign to us. 30 REASONS TO BRING YOUR CAR TO US 1. Our business is Import Car Service 2. All work approved by you in advance 3. 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Publisher expands production Times Newspapers to be printed in Springfield Times Community Newspapers of Northern Virginia announced last week a longterm contract to expand printing for its 18 newspapers at Gannett Offset in Springfield, which also prints the Washington editions of The New York Times and USA Today. Peter W. Arundel, president, said the “move provides a platform for growth in the areas of circulation, advertising and page count. We studied ways to expand our existing operation in downtown Leesburg and concluded we’d outgrow it again in several years.” The action follows similar moves in recent years by the Washington Post and other large U.S. newspapers moving press operations out of congested downtown locations. The family owned company, started in 1963 with purchase of the 200-year-old Loudoun Times-Mirror by current Chairman and Publisher Arthur W. Arundel, now publishes 18 Northern Virginia newspapers with a combined circulation of 246,837. “With this move, the company enters an exciting new era of print and Internet delivery of information to meet circulation growth and the printing quality expectations of our advertisers,” said Peter Arundel, president. He noted that circulation has increased from a paid circulation of 35,557 copies in 1990 to a combined paid and free circulation of 246,837 in 2002. Advertising growth has also been rapid with demand for more color in advertisements. Peter Arundel said the company had for the past year analyzed ways to expand its Leesburg plant to meet growth pressures for increased newsprint storage, press color capacity, expanded page counts and faster deadlines. The cost of redeveloping its existing printing plan in Leesburg’s historic district proved both too expensive and shortsighted. Study showed that the company would likely outgrow the redeveloped downtown site within five years. “In my wildest dreams we won’t outgrow the capacity of Gannett Offset.” He called it “the finest printer in the MidAtlantic states, meeting the high standards of USA Today, The New York Times and Washington Business Journal. They have invested heavily in the most state-ofthe-art equipment. Our newspapers’ printing will be in good hands, and our readers and advertisers will clearly benefit from the high quality.” Those current press and mailroom employees affected in both the company’s Warrenton and Leesburg offices will be offered either other company positions or substantial severance pay and active assistance in outplacing them to new employment, including at the Gannett printing plant. Times Community Newspapers now includes 18 Northern Virginia weeklies including the Loudoun Times-Mirror, Fauquier Times-Democrat, Rappahannock News, Clarke Times-Courier, Eastern Loudoun Times, Reston Times, Herndon Times, McLean Times, Great Falls Times, Vienna Times, Annandale Times, Springfield Times, Fairfax Times, Burke Times, Fairfax Station Times, Centreville Times, Chantilly Times and Prince William Times. RAAC announces July 12 program On Friday, July 12 at 8 p.m. the Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community will serve up a real summertime treat — a concert by Rappahannock musician Tom Espinola and New Mexican musician Steve Smith, at the Theatre at Washington. Espinola and Smith will perform a wide range of original and traditionally-oriented instrumental and vocal music, reflecting their backgrounds in Bluegrass, Celtic, Jazz, Chamber and South American styles. Performed on mandolins, mandolas, mandocellos, guitars, voice and percussion, their music takes the listener from chamber and old time mountain styles to the light and animated in the stroke of a pick. Espinola and Smith first came together as teacher/student with Espinola mentoring Smith on mandolin. In 2000, with Espinola as producer of Smith's Desert Night CD, the mold for this duo was cast. For the July 12 concert, they will be joined by Slimmer begins quietly • ; Sheriff Larry Sheretz feports a very quiet week in Rappahannock with some stjray or missing animals wnich by now may have returned home, disabled vehicles and false alarms. ; i Let us all hope that as we eijjoy our 4th of July festivities, the Sheriff’s Office and tKe volunteer fire departments a$d rescue squads have uneventful days and nights. 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A month ago the trees on Castle Mountain were severely defoliated because the worms had been chomping on the foliage for about six weeks. Then without fanfare, they stopped feeding and disappeared. According to Herbert Reynolds, the Virginia Department of Forestry Technician serving Rappahannock and Culpeper, cankerworms belong here — they’re a native pest. They come with the territory, and they’re part of a cycle. Every year in early spring the larvae begin a month to six weeks of nonstop feeding. When the cankerworms get to be about an inch long, they descend into the ground to rest, to pupate, to be dormant. Mr. Reynolds said the trees have already begun to recover and have “greened” right back up. Given a few years of defoliation followed by recovery, another “native” — this time a parasite, a type of wasp — is drawn to the area and eats the eggs laid by the moth (which is what the cankerworm becomes while it’s in the ground, resting). The cycle is broken. Mr Reynolds noted what others in the county have observed this year — cankerworm damage is often localized. The western sides of the mountains which catch the late afternoon sun seem to be hit harder. Those tend to be the poor er and drier sides of the mountains, and the trees are. more stressed to begin with. The prevailing western winds also play a part. A mild winter followed by a dry spring, as we had this year, creates ideal conditions for the cankerworm and can lead to a sudden surge in damage. However, “insects by themselves don't kill the trees,” Mr. Reynolds said. By maintaining healthy forests, landowners plav invaluable roles. A stand of trees or forest should be thinned by cutting out the older diseased trees. This allows for air circulation and new growth. “A healthy forest is less * susceptible to disease or pests,” he said. 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1M ff the wings of a pure white 99 ' By Meredith Gorfein *" Rappahannock News Writer Mark and Liz Rhein of Cornucopia Farm in Washington have a soaring business. They release white doves at celebrations. Most often these celebrations are joyous occasions like weddings, birthdays and graduations; for a memorial service or funeral, the release of the doves brings dramatic comfort. jp The white homing dove is actually a pigeon and a racing bird though Cornucopia Farm does not and will not race its birds. Mr. Rhein joked, “these doves are pigeons in the same way that Secretariat was a pack hprse.” i In the past year Mr. Rhein has released his birds at events within a two-hour radius of their farm stretching from Leesburg to Fredericksburg and from Luray to Washington, DC. A 70-mile flight is “a walk in the park for these guys,” he said. He added that try as he might, the birds have always beaten him home. White doves are capable of flying 600 miles in a day; if released further away, the birds would die trying to get home. On their trip home, the birds never stop or rest, perch on a roof, take shade on a tree limb or eat. Their instinct is to race home as quickly as they can. The Rheins began their business just a year ago with the building of a 23’ x 40’ dove loft, large enough for 250 homing doves. Right now they have 40. One of the most important jobs in the white dove business is creating a perfect place for the doves — so perfect that they would always want to come home. It has to provide an absolutely “no stress” environment which is immaculately clean with space for exercise, nesting materials provided, food and water available when they want it and privacy for these birds which mate for life. At Cornucopia Farm all of the breeding is done at “home.” These birds know no Erin Foster of Troy The great surgical hospital... I a X^Karl Beier, MD* ...that’s a great baby hospital... 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Cornucopia Farm will not have any “prisoners.” For the kind of white doves in Cornucopia’s breeding program, the homing ability, which is a recessive trait, is the most important with color and conformation taking second place. Mr. Rhein is a member of the White Dove Release Professionals (WDRP), a premier group of people who share their knowledge and experience, but more important to the members is the focus on the ethical questions in their business. For example, WDRP members will not ship birds or tie streamers to their legs or release the doves further 4th celebration at Farfelu Vineyards The public is invited to join Virginia’s first winery for a fourday July 4th celebration. Each day there will be live music, along with artisan wines. The music line-up includes; Blues Fuze playing classic blues-rock on July 4; Bugsy Kline, playing electric Texas blues on July 5; Cap’n Soul Train. Conductor, WPFW-FM DJ, spinning the best of soul on July 6 and Intrepid Jazz Quintet, playing mellow, smooth jazz on July 7. Festivities include badminton, bocce ball and volleyball and will feature Farfelu’ summer wines. Photo courtesy of Mark Rhetrv • HOME TO THE DOVES: This dove loft is home to the 40 white doves of Cornucopia Farm. away than 600 miles. They consider it unethical. The website of WDRP is white_dove_releases.com. For information on Cornucopia Farm and the white dove release possibili-\ ties here, visit www.virgini; adoves.com or 675-2336. In Brief Barbecue sandwiches by Red Hot and Blue will be available. The event will be held from noon to 6 p.m. each day. For additional information visit www.farfeluwine.com. Rapidan Better Housing has ramps to lend As part of the continued service to the Rappahannock County area community, Rapidan Better Housing has acquired several portable, temporary ramps to lend to homeowners on a first-come firstserve basis. 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SPORTS week in sports By Jon Smythe I Athletic Director ' It was nothing but a week o* firsts — the first football cdmp, the first time boys got ir|to the three-point stance, tried to catch or throw a football ... hit a blocking sled or a blocking dummy. . What an introduction to fcjotball this past week as 41 Rappahannock County boys learned a little something about a brown ball with pointed ends and a game called football. The camp was rub by Kemper Pullin, who was assisted by teachers Scott Stephens, Phillip Herzig, and Caesar Roy. Ryan Bailey, a senior defensive end from the football team at Bridgewater College also helped, as did Lee Hitt, a Rappahannock County High School graduate and longtime football proponent. The camp was mostly instructional, as the staff was well aware that there has been no exposure to organized football in the Rappahannock County School system. As such, most of the three days was spent teaching football fundamentals and basic techniques for position play. The boys were divided into groups that hit the blocking sleds; ran the pass patterns and threw the football. There was line play, backfield instruction, blocking technique and how to deliver and receive a handoff. Overall it was a big success and the coaches/instructors were pleased with the turnout. As coach Pullin said at the end of camp, “Hopefully, they are not only a little more knowledgeable about the game of football, but they are also excited about coming back at the end of the summer and going out for the team.” One way or another, there will be a great big first on Sept. 11 this fall. On that Wednesday, at 4 p.m. in the afternoon, the first-ever Rappahannock County High School freshmen team will play the Strasburg High School freshmen team here at home, behind the high school. Try and be there — Let’s Go Rapp! (From top to bottom) COACH Lee Hitt instructs Zach Hess on kicking off. LEARNING: Cory Hitt throws while Jacob Dodson gets ready, Coaches Caesar Roy, right, and Kemp Pullin, center, look on. : THROWING: Alex Sharp * throws during the passing •l drill. •: EARLY STAGE: Justin ;iRobinson learns how to take £ a handoff from Coach Scott ? Stevens. Photos courtesy of Kathy Kreyling 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 *— ’ """,l 11 "*““'1 AT FIRST, catching the jj football proved difficult, j ! (from top, clockwise) i Luke Wilson David Miller ' James Henze i* Karl Thornhill Photos courtesy of Kathy Kreyling What’s a Gymkhama? The word ’gymkhama" has its roots in the Hindi and Urdu languages. It comes from "gend-khana which means racket court or gymnasium. Nowadays the word refers more to the contests requiring skill than to the place where the games are held. Rappahannock is having a Gymkhama — Games of Skill on Horseback — on Saturday, July 13 starting at 9 a.m. at Indian Run Farm off Route 522 Huntly. Sponsored by the Old Rag Mountain Pony Club, this gvmkhama promises fun for all. The skilled contestants range in age from the very young (under eight) to the "skilled and still riding." They will compete according to age group in a number of different events including such things as the Wet T-Shirt Race, Egg & Spoon, Costume Races and Apple Dunking. Spectators are welcome, and there is no fee to watch. This year the Boy Scouts are providing food and drink. According to Sherry Hamill-Huff, gvmkhamas came to this country from India by way of England. Ms Huff has been organizing gymkhamas in Rappahannock over the last ten years,' first for the Flint Hill VFD’ and now to benefit the Old Rag Mountain Pony Club. Anyone who would like to compete in the games should call Sherry Hamill-Huff at 675-3848. July according to the almanack For the month of July, temperatures will be above average according to the Hagerstown Town and Country Almanack with precipitation to be above average as well. Weather watch: Heavy rain (3, 4, 5); hazy, hot (6, 7, 8, 9), tropical storms (10, 11); humid, very warm (12, 13) with showers and storms (14, 15). Fair and hot (16, 17, 18) storms (19, 20) humid, very warm (21, 22, 23), tropical storms (24, 25, 26) hazy, hot and humid (27, 28, 29, 30 and 31). Tornado watch: Considerable tornado activity is forecasted for the month of July on or about July 10 and 11, with significant activity predicted from July 24 through 26. Full Moon: The Full Moon for July is known as the Buck Moon because of the rapid growth of antlers in young bucks during this period. It is also known as the Ripe Com Moon because young corn begins to appear on the stalks growing in the fields in July. It is also known as the Hay Moon — a time when hay tended to ripen. Native Americans named it the Thunder Moon, for the thunderstorms that were severe during this time of the year. July’s Full Moon occurs on July 24 at 9:08 a.m. Holidays: Celebrate the Fourth safely and with silent but passionate reverence for those who perished in Sept. 11th, tragic events. Freedom sometimes comes at a high price and we must remember those who paid the ultimate price so we can go on with our way of life. Remember to use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher if planning outdoor activities and enjoy a cookout with the family or friends. The garden: Bury sections of branches of low-growing shrubs and vines so they can form roots for new plants. 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--Eappafjanttocfe J^etos— Established 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBUSHER 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, JULY 3, 2002 Our View So much to celebrate Of all of our national holidays, the 4th of July is by far the most joyous and carefree. Summertime, vacations, a slower pace — the patriots of 226 years ago showed such good sense in declaring independence during the summer. Our wish this 4th of July, 2002 is for all of us to slow our pace briefly amid the balloons, family picnics, fireworks and the sometimes frantic festivities, and acknowledge the memory of Sept. 11. As we remember that great sadness, we ought to reflect on the myriad reasons for celebrating this day. The 4th of July, 1776 and the 11th of September, 2001 are both part of our history now. This is a great country, but America didn t just happen that way. It grew into its greatness with care and nurturing, tolerance and compromise, with patience and some stubbornness. And with some wounds. These are all qualities found in the good people who serve our nation in all kinds of ways, not the least of which is the essential task of simply being a good citizen. To love this country is to teach our children well, to vote always, and to speak of what we believe while listening hard to our neighbor. It is fitting to celebrate the birth of our nation; it is more fitting to celebrate its future which is in our hands. Happy 4th of July to all! Rappahannock Today * i. Photo courtesy ot Fred Moulton Rev. Jennings W. Hobson of Trinity Church in Washington accepts the First Place Trophy that Cub Scout Pack 123 won at the Sperryville parade in June for Best Marching Unit. Trinity Church sponsors Pack 123. Standing from left to right, front row, Frederick “F T.” Moulton Bear Scout and Ethan Woodard Wolf Scout. Back row, left to right, JoAnn Pullen Den Leader, Opie Crawford Cubmaster, Rev. Hobson, Libet Pierson Committee Member and Gail Woodard Assistant Den Leader. Letters Concerns regarding Middleton Inn’s application The following letter was submitted to the Washington Town Planning Commission members by the Commission’s Chair. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend tonight’s meeting but would still like to share my ideas about Mary Ann Kuhn’s application. I would hope some compromise could be reached concerning the proposed changes, since there are some points I agree with, while I have reservations about a number of others. Concerning points of agreement, I have no objection to the Middleton. Inn, or another newly-designated Bed & Breakfast Inn, providing catering service. I don’t see any negative impact from this activity. I would also approve of the Inn being allowed to serve “non-lodging guests who have been invited to Middleton Inn for a particular purpose-an event of function.” My reservations stem from the scope and extent of the proposed changes, both as presented for the Middleton Inn itself and as outlined in the proposed new set of standards. In the latter, I am particularly concerned about points W.2, W.3, and W.7. The wording regarding parking seems far too imprecise. Stating that the parking areas should be “reasonable” leaves open too much room for disagreement and misinterpretation. Similarly in W.3,1 would like to see more specificity concerning the number of guests, rather than leaving this number up to the fire marshal. The fire marshal’s focus will be upon safety issues, while we should also consider the effect large numbers of guests would have on the serenity and tranquility of the historic village. Finally, W.7 seems to postpone hard decisions that might best be made now. Why delay having the Governing Body setting limits on the frequency of events and number of attendees until some uncertain future date—perhaps after problems have arisen — rather than addressing those issues now? Regarding the specific application from the Middleton Inn, my concerns involve the number of people who are envisioned to be attending these events and the frequency with which these functions would occur. I can’t see how proper parking can be found to accommodate 150 guests. Furthermore, the letter to John McCarthy indicates that events might be taking place as often as seven times a month. I think this would have a detrimental effect on the quiet, residential nature . of the neighborhood, which l we want to preserve. I am * especially worried about the ; ; amount of traffic that would be produced. As I noted, I am not opposed to the concept of a ' ‘' Bed & Breakfast Inn, but I ' ~ t think we need to have clear- ' er, and more limited, guide- "J lines for its activities. J_ ' Jean Goodine't Washington'' See More Letters, Page A7 Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 40 YEARS AGO July 5, 1962 T. Carlyle Lea Jr. of Washington has been appointed as County Judge to succeed Judg6 B.M. Miller, who served the county for 17 years. Judge R.V. Snead, of the circuit court, administered the oath of office to IVlr. Lea on Monday. ' Mr. Lea will preside as Trial Justice, Judge of Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court. Last Saturday night, Chester Gap completed its second annual firemen’s carnival. It was very well attended with an exceptionally large crowd enjoying the nearly perfect weather and the new carnival grounds on Saturday. Rappahannock Rescue Squad will kick-off their 1962 fund campaign with a house-tohouse canvass starting Friday, July 20. Captain of the squad for over ten years, Frank Huff is most optimistic about easily going over the $1,000 goal. Twenty boy scouts from this area are attending camp at Rock Enon near Gore. Troop #64 from Washington will spend two weeks and Troop #36, Flint Hill will stay a week. Clore Pontiac Company in Culpeper was offering a nine passenger station wagon for $895. 25 YEARS AGO July 7, 1977 A July 4th photo included Nancy Secrist and Henry Hudson giving a delightful performance as members of the Rappahannock Country Dancers participated in the ribbon dance. The water supply of the Town of Washington is rapidly diminishing. The reservoir level dropped five feet during the holiday weekend. The clients of the Washington Water System are not only requested to conserve water but are notified that excessive usage will ultimately require rationing. A check Tuesday afternoon of a fire which smoldered along the mountain ridge near Chester Gap the previous day indicated that everything was “o.k.” according to Forest Warden Tippy Jenkins. “About an acre arid a quarter was burned by a slow fire which smoldered along the ridge, north of Huntly,” said Warden Jenkins. Panorama Realty was offering a four bedroom ranch house on a secluded secondary state road near Sperryville, surrounded by seven acres with stream and large garden area for $47,500. Also offered was 93.51 mostly open acres fronting on US 211 with super building site and views of the Blue Ridge for $122,200. 10 YEARS AGO July 2, 1992 Rappahannock students continue to do well on the state’s sixth grade literacy passport tests. This year 72.3 percent of sixth graders passed all three sections of the test compared to 69.7 percent in 1991 and 59.3 percent in 1990. Rappahannock High alumnus Paul Hitt helped coach at the All-Net basketball camp last month. A Rappahannock congregation launched a major building project as the Assembly of God broke ground Sunday for a new church and fellowship hall, just west of Gid Brown Hollow on Route 522 and US 211. Pastor Ray Campbell and wife Gloria turned the first shovel full of dirt. “The local Assembly of God Church has 23 members and has an average of 50 to 60 people in attendance on Sundays,” Pastor Campbell said. At their end-of-the-year meeting, School r Board members learned they will be able to 7 return about $53,400 to the county’s general , fund. About 100 Rappahannock children and adults spent most of last week at the 4-H Educational Center outside Front Royal taking part in 4-H Day Camp. There were about 75 campers ages 6 to 12 getting a chance to swim and take four classes chosen from 11 7* offered. Each group of campers was assigned to a teenage leader. Several of them were 13, just > old enough so they could no longer be campers. COMPILED BY ‘ BARBARA C. WAYLAND " " III r Photo courtesy of Hank Gorier* OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: Leading off the 4th of July children’s bike parade in 1980 were flag-waving, children getting a ride with Moody Aylor in his horse-drawn wagon.

Response to Corbin family and other County families speak for all of us when I say that we certainly had no intention of missing the call to the Corbin home on June 21. It is quite apparent our staffing at that time was not adequate to get out on that call. We do understand how frightening this lack of response could be for someone with an emergency. Sperryville Fire and/or Sperryville Rescue handles the bulk of the emergency calls in the west and south ends of this county. This obviously involves a lot of emergencies. Given the number of emergency calls we have answered to your home, you know those emergency calls can come in at all hours of the day or night. , Kappahannock County has no paid fire or emergency medical, staff at this time. I am not avvjare of any serious effort toward attaining such services any time soon. Tb complicate matters further, Rappahannock County has chosen to remain a small, rural community. By default, that choice also limited the overall tax base which could be used to fund the paid emergency services. As stands, any Fire and/or Rescue services this county benefits from at present, is only provided through the continual efforts of very few (relatively speaking) dedicated and cornmil, ted county volunteers. These very rare people give you and other county citizens thousands of hours of their personal time, family time and sleep time to ensure that 911 emergency services are available. Even with their donated time and effort, the whole emergency effort would still not work if it were not for the Sheriffs Office, Sheriffs personnel, and the 911 dispatch system. All the portions of the overall emergency system must link and work together to yield a correctly functioning emergency services system. Obviously, this is the goal we all work toward. You are absolutely correct, county citizens do send in their yearly $10, $25, $50 dollar donations to their emergency service organization of choice. We all certainly appreciate those donations and make very good use of them. It important to realize that those monetary donations do not get the ambulances and fire trucks to your door step, or, to that highway accident scene. It is those very few emergency services volunteers who make that happen. I do not believe the citizens of this county understand how much time and effort is demanded of it's volunteer emergency services personnel. It takes on the average of two nours 10 complete eacn amDUlance call. Fire calls very often take considerably longer to complete. The odd part of it is, the actual emergency calls take the least amount of time. The bulk of the time spent working in emergency services is spent on support type tasks. The training required to respond to these emergency calls is a never ending requirement. The emergency vehicles require a significant amount of time and effort to keep them prepared for calls. Station administrative tasking seems to constantly increase as State and Local governments compound new directives on top of the existing requirements. Station buildings and grounds are alw ays in need of attention. You would not believe the number of meetings necessary to coordinate emergency services and emergency organizations. Considerable time is spent in preparing for county funding requirements, station audits and of course — station inspections. Watch and see how many emergency services personnel work at their various fund raising events in order to raise the additional funding needed to purchase items over and above county funding. In short, many levels of volunteer effort is constantly utilized in order to make any emergency services organization work. Most of this support work comes from those same few dedicated people who have already given their time and effort in responding to your emergency calls. It might be useful to corral some emergency services members and discuss this issue with them. Ask them what it feels like to be abruptly awakened in the middle of the night by dispatch tones going off, jump out of bed, figure out how to get your pants on straight, and hurry off on some emergency call? Get a feel for what these volunteers are up against on some of these calls. Do they get any sleep after it is all over with? It would be useful to keep in mind, these volunteers get no payment for all their efforts. Their only "payment" is the satisfaction of helping people in need. Truth be known, emergency service work probably ends up costing each of us more, in ways we never thought of. My wife often refers to herself as a " Rescue Squad Widow", and she is not kidding when she says it. As one would probably expect, the "crap" associated with emergency services and the "satisfaction" associated with emergency services go hand in hand. When that ratio gets beyond tolerance, volunteers walk away from emergency services. As more and more members walk away from emergency services, the resulting gaps leave the remaining members harder pressed to See RESPONSE, Page A8 "Our Pledge of Allegiance" shows our pride, respect I was listening to the radio the other day, when I heard a news report come on. The announcer said that this American was fighting the government because he believes that our Pledge of Allegiance is "unconstitutional." The man was apparently an Atheist and didn’t want his daughter to be subjected to this "religiondirected pledge." I became furiou^. This shouldn't even be an issue here. America is based upon Christianity, but we don’t make it (the set religion. Our founding fathers, the men who set this country up and made it what it is today, were all Christians. Despite the law in the constitution that there should be a separation between church and state, this is the major religion in America and is the basis of our government. What that law means is that the Congress is not allowed to establish an official religion in this country. The beliefs of Christianity were what made the laws and ways of life in America. By simply saving "One nation, under God..." isn't demanding that people practice a Christian religion. We are very free with our religions. We allow anyone to practice any religion, anytime, and practically anywhere. We may disagree with their standards or beliefs, but we are a nation that tolerates the differences ana aon t maKe.u an issue. * Throughout the world, people know that America is mostly! Christians, but we accept otjher religions. Not to hurt anyone, but if you don't like it and don't like our government, then don't stay here. I With the Pledge of AJlegiance, it is a salute to our nation, showing our pride to be a !part of it. It is not a must do. Schools say it every morning to honor our nation and to show o\)r pride. We aren't saying that this nation is only for Christians or that nonCJiristians have to believe v^iat we believe. We are saying that we are proud to be an American. If someone disagrees or doesn't want to say it; they don't have to. No one is gping to make them. Just let those who want to say it, say id * If the ruling were to be in fivor of this man, what is going to happen to us? Our basis, our government, our form of currency, and our patriotism... it all dies with it. This is who and what America is... tfiis is what we believe, but we let others have their beliefs as well. We can't let the little things ruin our government and our country. Christianity is what we based the entire building of America on. And this part goes to the man who is taking this to court: You are an Atheist, which is great. I am not going to say that you are wrong to be one in any way. Here's a thought for you. You want the Pledge of Allegiance to be changed, right? Because ... it states "one nation, under God" ... am I still not right? Well, did you know that the men who wrote it, the Constitution, the Declaration of Independence, and the Star Spangled Banner, were all Christians? Are you saying that we now have to change all those too? Are you saying that maybe our next president will have to be neutral in the area of religion, because you don't want him ruling with certain religious beliefs? You have a job, right? You earn American money, right? And don't you willingly and happily spend that money? Well, guess what... that money says "In God We Trust". This is all just a little thought for you. This is America. 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Response From Page A7 cope. Our county citizens also end up with less consistent coverage. • I would say to those citizens who have decided this county's emergency services are lacking — "Step up to the plate, pick up your portion of the emergency services workload". We would certainly appreciate more citizens who are willing to get up in the ifriddle of the night and respond ti) these emergency calls. We would also appreciate more station support personnel. You and your families will benefit from your decision. Our county citizens will benefit from your decision, and all of our tax bills will certainly benefit for not having to pay for additional emergency services personnel. In any community effort, success is ultimately determined by the local citizens who either care enough get involved, or, who don't care enough to get involved. r Carl Aplin SVRS member Supervisors From Page A1 money.” Mr. Anderson said that it is not “their money, it’s the taxpayer’s money.” Chairman Pete Estes suggested that the issue be revisited “at a later date-to give time to work through the current budget,” and the motion on the return of the funds failed by a two-to-three vote. The Board of Supervisors will likely address the maintenance funds issue again in October. Superintendent Williams also informed the Board that a large-capacity transit-type school bus was purchased for $70,000, using end-of-year surplus funds, and it would be used on the Chester Gap route to avoid the need to run a third bus. She also noted that the search for a replacement for former Superintendent Dr. David Gangel would commence in July, and that she hoped to fill the position by the end of the year. Service honors The Board recognized the contributions of a number of County employees and, in a brief ceremony, honored recently retired Virginia State Trooper Chuck Moore and passed a resolution of appreciation for his thirty year career Recognized for service to the County were: Beverly Atkins (20 years), Betsy Murray (12 years), Mark Currence (5 years), Diane Bruce (25 years), and Frances Foster (40 years). Other activities • Brian Duncan, Director of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Service Board presented the Performance Contract for the new fiscal year, and the Board agreed to act upon the contract at their August meeting. • The Board reappointed Holly Lanigan to the Recreational Facilities Authority and Eugene Leggett to the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority. • During the Public Comments portion of the meeting, Phil Irwin asked about the disposition of the draft lighting ordinance, sent to the Board by the Planning Commission some months ago. 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Shirley Ave.f Warrenton, VA Buick Pontiac; GMC Dealer #1612 Sewage sludge remains an issue for County By Bob Lander Special to the Rappahannock News Rappahannock County citizens will have the opportunity to hear a report by County Administrator John McCarthy about the current legislative process pertaining to the land application of sewage sludge. This public forum will be held July 15 beginning at 7:30 p.m., at the County Library. The Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection (RLEP) is sponsoring the event as a public service. Citizens will recall that in November 2001, the Planning Commission approved and forwarded to the Board of Supervisors the draft of the County's "Ordinance Providing for Monitoring the Storage and Land Application of Sewage Sludge". As reported by the Rappahannock News, "months of work" went into the preparation of the document. Through several public hearings and public comment periods at Supervisor and Planning Commission meetings, many citizens, and RLEP, expressed comments supporting the most restrictive ordinance possible under existing state law. At a meeting of the Planning Commission, one voiced opinion stressed that the County did not have the authority to dictate what a land owner could to do with his/her property. In response, Commissioner A1 Henry (Jackson District) was quoted as saying that the ordinance "is not trying to prohibit, it is just trying to protect the health and welfare of the citizens”. At the same meeting, Commission Chairman Tom Junk (Piedmont District) expressed his opinion that the ordinance "is probably the best in the state". A copy of the draft ordinance can be obtained at the Administrator's office. At the 2002 Legislative Session of the Virginia General Assembly, Delegate Robert Orrock (Spotsylvania) introduced a bill to enable local government more control of sewage sludge operations within their respective jurisdictions. The legislation was stopped in committee, but, the General Assembly intends to re-address the matter during the 2003 Session. The Supervisors decided to wait for the enactment of legislation upon hearing that the f JIM MCKAY 1 USED CAR DEPARTMENT Year Model Stock* NOW 98 Volkswagon Passat, 4 Dr. $13,900 01 Nissan Pathfinder 4x4 $20,750 99 Geo Prism, 4 Or. $0,995 99 Chevy Corvette, CPE, Auto $32,900 99 GMC Sierra Ext Cab $19,900 99 GMC Ylikon $18,900 94 Chevy Corvette, CPE, 47K $18,500 99 Chevy Blazer LT, 4 Or. $14,500 93 Buick LeSabre, 4 Dr.. 61K $6,490 95 Buick Regal, Loaded $5,770 95 Chevy Camaro, T-top. $7,995 99 Ford Escort, 4 Dr. $9,995 98 Honda Accord, V6, Ex. 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In February, Vice Chairman Bob Anderson (Stonewall/Hawthorne District) reported that Delegate Orrock suggested that the county join with several other counties in contributing funds for a lobbying effort to gain passage of the sludge legislation. The Supervisors, by motion of Bryant Lee (Hampton District), approved a contribution of $2500 if matching funds could be found for the $5000 contribution. RLEP provided the matching funds. A lobbying effort at the General Assembly level is continuing. senator William boiling (District 4) is chairman of the "Commission on the Future of Virginia's Environment" (Bolling Commission) which is gathering information from all parties to the issue of land application of sewage sludge. The First session was held May 28 and the second on June 18. Additional sessions are scheduled Sept. 11, Oct. 15, and Nov. 7 at Richmond. Mr. McCarthy testified before the Commission at the second session relating, for the record, Rappahannock County's official position on the sludge issue which he will discuss at the public forum. A copy of Mr. McCarthy s testimony is filed at the Administrator's Office. During the past several months, county citizens have written letters to the Rappahannock News expressing opinions and comments about sludge use in the county. The statements ranged from "ban sludge" to relating negative effects of the material on animals. One citizen wrote about being in direct contact with a sludge operation which caused her serious health problems. She moved to Rappahannock County, where sludge has not been used, in order to begin recovery ( Letters, Rappahannock News, Jan. 2, 02). No comments advocating using sludge in the county are in the public record. Uther citizens stated their views at the public hearings. Their concerns were for the domestic and wild animals, resident safety and welfare, and the effect that sewage sludge runoff could have on the county's clean waters so enjoyed by residents and visitors. By their actions, the Supervisors have shown that they heard the citizens and intend to control any sludge operations that happen in the county. Applying sewage sludge on county lands is not yet resolved for those opposing it nor for those who would use, the material as fertilizer. The county has a history of opposing the use of sludge and citizens currently voice opposition even though its introduction could happen at a future date. The public forum on July 15 will be informative and helpful for understanding the legislative process as well as what citizens can do to assure their comments, pro and con, are heard by the legislators which will act on the matter next year. Rappahannock County representatives to the General Assembly, Senator Kevin Miller and Delegate Allen Louderback , can be contacted and provided with comments about this issue prior to the 2003 Session. Citizen's can also contact the Supervisors to voice their concerns. More information can be read at the Rappahannock News office in Washington, as this paper has covered the issue from the beginning by publishing many articles and the letters written by the citizens of Rappahannock County.

• Neighbors/B2 • Obituaries/B5 • Classifieds/B6, B7 • Real Estate/B8 July 3, 2002 In Brief Cheerleading and dance camp slated A cheerleading and dance camp for all rising 8th and 12th grade girls will be held Aug. 1416 in Rappahannock County. Professional cheerleaders and dancers from the Eastern Cheer and Dance Association will be teaching anyone participating. If interested contact Linda Torrance at 937-4752. The cost is $89 total but a $25 deposit from each girl is needed Immediately. RLEP goes to “Nature Camp”, Sunday, July 21 Residents are invited to come and join RLEP members as they tour Lyt Wood’s Nature Camp at Singing Creek, right here in Rappahannock. Mr. Wood will tour the group about, highlighting the just completed Rappahannock Nature Camp program. He will explain and show the goings on of his camp, especially the observation of living plants and animals. His theme this year is “Habitat” and he will show the group "forest, meadow, creek, and pond and how these habitats interact with the critters and vice versa. Mr. Wood has successfully run the Rappahannock Nature Camp for 15 years. Please mark your calendar for Sunday, July 21 at 2 p.m. This program will be a must for all of the county residents that have a love for nature and its natural things. Call Bruce Jones, 675-3152 or e-mail bsjonz@aol.com for reservations and directions to Singing Creek. Gray Ghost sweeps California competitions Gray Ghost continues its sweep of California wine competitions! Gray Ghost’s dessert wine, Adieu, was awarded a Bronze medal in the Los Angeles County Fair Wines of the America’s Competition. Nicknamed the “granddaddy” of wine judging events, the Los Angeles County Fair competition is not only the oldest county fair wine judging in the country also widely considered to be one of the most prestigious events of its Kind in the United States. This year’s competition received the highest number of entries ever, 3392 wines from 645 wineries. Gray Ghost’s Adieu has won in the Los Angeles bounty Fair every year it has been entered. Gray Ghost’s Adieu has won seven accolades this year, awards received in every competition it has been entered. Those accolades are: “Best in Class” and Gold in the San Diego National Wine Competition; Gold in the Riverside International Wine Competition also in California; Silver in the Tasters Guild International and Finger Lakes International, and Bronze in Virginia’s Governor’s Cup wine competition. Gray Ghost Winery is located at 14706 Lee Highway, Amissville and can be contacted at 9374869. McCarthy to speak at July 15 meeting County Administrator John McCarthy will report on his testimony to the Bolling Commission and discuss the Virginia General Assembly’s pending legislation of sewage sludge at the next Rappahannock League Environmental Protection meeting on July 15. The meeting will be held at the Rappahannock Library beginning at 7:30 p.m. The RLEP Board of Directors will conduct a general business meeting following this discussion. For information, call Bob Lander, RLEP President, at 987-8504. Virginia is now available in Sperryville Amy and Brian Hicks opened the store two months ago By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer It is now quite simple, believe it not, to shop for and buy the best of Virginia right here in Sperryville. Or, for those who prefer the virtual world, that shopping can be accomplished at home, with only an occasional visit to the “brick-andmortar” store to take advantage of the charm and hospitality of Virginia Appeal owners Amy and Brian Hicks. That is something you will not find accessible on their website, www.VirginiaAppeal.com. The Hicks, like many other “new” (i.e., those who have settled here since 1900), Rappahannock residents and business owners, had been drawn to the County over the years and approached it in ever diminishing arcs, like a moth to the back porch light. They finally settled permanently in Sperryville, two years ago, and recently opened their shop, Virginia Appeals, in the old elementary school building in Sperryville. The two-month old store has had one of those overnight successes that has been years in the making. The idea of collecting and selling Virginia products exclusively had its start a few years before, when Amy ran a similar business, but the skills in merchandising, customer relations, retail store con Rappahannock News Photo/Gerald Ochs WHAT APPEAL! Virginia Appeal owners, Amy and Brian Hicks meet and greet. struction, merchandise display, and retail operations that are obvious to the store visitor have been a much longer time in developing. Amy and Brian met, in fact, when he was building retail outlets for a national jewelry chain, and she followed up his construction activities by setting the stores up and providing technical training for store employees. The complementary skills that led to their personal and professional collaboration has also been to the benefit of the Rappahannock residents and visitors who patronize their Sperryville shop and to the international websetters who regularly travel to their virtual store. Both facilities offer the shopper the best of Virginia wares— peanuts, apple candy, souvenirs, Civil War memorabilia, books, beverages, crafts, honey, canned delectables, and more . . . and all can be assembled into baskets for holiday and special occasion giftgiving. It was the gift baskets, in fact, that got Virginia Appeals rolling. The website, now a year old, was first established to serve the corporate customer by offering Virginia product gift-basket favors. Many of those corporate customers asked for a retail store in which they could see and select from all of Virginia Appeal’s product line and the Hicks, being truly service and customer-oriented, satisfied those clients by .opening the Sperryville store. Now we all can take advantage and browse the shop, as well as the website, for individual “Virginia born and bred" gifts or baskets full of them, or to grab a bag of Virginia peanuts or a jar of Virginia clover honey when we feel deserved of a present for ourselves. Visit Amy and Brian Hicks at Virginia Appeals at 12018-A Lee Highway in Sperryville, shop at their website at www.Virginia” Appeals.com or give them a call at 987-9378. Great summer reads at the County Library By Jenny Glenn Special to the Rappahannock News Whether you’re five or 100, into fiction or non-fiction, there’s some great summer reading for you in store at the Rappahannock County Library. New popular adult fiction at the library includes: Crossing to Safety, the latest novel of Pulitzer Prizewinning author Wallace Stegner; Jean Auel’s long-awaited novel The Shelters of Stone: Earth’s Children, a continuation of the “Earth’s Children” saga that began with Clan of the Cave Bear; Emma McLaughlin and Nicola Kraus’ hilarious The Nanny Diaries; John Grisham’s latest thriller The Summons; Jonathan Franzen’s The Corrections; Tony Hillerman’s The Wailing Wind; and Robert James Waller’s A Thousand Country Roads. Recently-added non-fiction at the library includes A Place in Space: Ethics, Aesthetics, and Watersheds, a collection of 29 essays written over 40 years by west coast “nature poet” and bioregional visionary, Gary Snyder; Master of the Senate: The Years of Lyndon Johnson by Robert Caro; Odd Girl Out: The Hidden Culture of Aggression in Girls by Rachel Simmons; Poetry Speaks: Hear Great Poets Read Their Work, from Tennyson to Plath (includes 3 audio CDs); and Bias: A CBS Insider Exposes How the Media Distort the News, by Bernard Goldberg. Looking for something by a local author? Try Eugene McCarthy’s From Rappahannock County; Bruce Sloane’s Scenic Driving in West Virginia; or John Kiser’s The Monks of Tibhirine: Faith, Love “Black Hawk Down,” more than the heat of battle By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News “Black Hawk Down” is more than simply, as the opening title says, “Based on an Actual Event.” _ that is ravaging the country. Young Rangers and veteran Delta Force soldiers must fight side by side against overwhelming odds. As much as a movie ever has, it puts you completely inside that event, brilliantly taking you where most people, even, those who were actually there, wouldn’t want to be. RAAC is showing this film Friday, July 5, at the Theatre on Gay Street, Washington, at 8 p.m. Starring John Hartnett as an idealist, Ewan McGregor as a desk jockey eager for combat, Tom Sizemore as the leader of a vehicle convoy, and “Chopper’s” Eric Bana and William Fichtner as Delta aces, “Black Hawk Down” is the heroic account of a group of elite U.S. soldiers sent into Mogadishu, Somalia in October 1993 as part of a U. N. peacekeeping operation. ; for lo harrowing hours, they remain trapped and wounded in the most hostile district of Mogadishu until a rescue convoy can be mounted to retrieve them. Outnumbered and surrounded, tensions flare, friends are lost, alliances are formed and soldiers learn the true nature of war and heroism. Eighteen U.S. soldiers and more than 500 Somalians were killed as a result of this conflict. Director Ridley Scott’s ‘Black Hawk Down” is a thought-provoking, convincing re-creation of the U.S. military’s 1993 debacle in Somalia. His is a triumph of pure filmmaking, an unrelenting, noexcuses war movie so thoroughly convincing it’s frequently difficult to believe it is a staged recreation. It is impressive lheir mission: to abduct sev- and powerful, eral top lieutenants of the The film runs 144 minutes Somali warlord, Mohamed Farah and is rated R for its graphic war Aidid, as part of a strategy to violence, profanity and mild sexquell the civil war and famine ual innuendo. and Terror in Algeria. Great reads for teens and almost teens Check out Michael L.Printz Award for Teen Literature-winner A Step From Heaven by An Na ner The Land by Mildred D. Taylor. Just for fun We have lots of new books for the younger set: Clifford books, Maisy books, (she’s making lemonade with her pal the elephant and aDout a young Korean girl s adjustment to life in the U.S. or join a “slightly more mellow” arch crimi- A nal Artemis Fowl in a new chilling, thrilling adventure in Artemis Fowl: The Arctic Incident. Lemony Snicket’s 9th book in the J*1 “Series of Unfortunate ^ Events,” Carnivorous having run cleaning up this year!) For older children, we have some Mystic Lighthouse “yousolve-it” mysteries by Laura E. Williams, including lhe Mystery ot Dead Man's Curve and The Mystery of the Dark Lighthouse. Math and chocolate? Need to carnival, promises turther hideously terrible, unbelievably unhappy adventures for its young protagonists. Teen vampire fans will enjoy teen horror author Amelia AtwaterRhodes’ fourth novel Midnight Predator. The hit of the summer seems to be an unlikely story about four girls who bond through a pair of pants. Strange but true. Check out Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. Books for the younger Take a look at some of this year’s award-winning books. For younger children this year’s Caldecott winner, The Three Pigs by David Wiesner, gives a creative, new twist on an old story. Recommended for older children are Newbery Medal winner A Single Shard by Linda Sue Park, and Coretta Scott King award-win brush up on some math skills this summer? Why not have some fun while doing it? Jerry Pallotta’s The Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Multiplication Book teaches you multiplication by using chocolate bars. (You get to eat your errors.) We also have Pallota’s Twizzler’s Percentages Book and The Hershey’s Kisses Addition Book, in case you need remedial help with other candies. To get a really good idea of what’s new at the library, there’s nothing better than stopping by for a visit. The library will be closed July 4 and July 5 for the Fourth of July holiday, but we will re-open on Saturday, July 6. Don’t forget to join us on Saturday, July 6 at 11 a.m. for the kickoff program to our Summer Reading Club, featuring master storyteller Linda Fang! “Deputy Cletus” coining to Cooter’s Place July 6 and 7 Rick Hurst I" “Deputy Cletus” will be joining Ben “Cooter” Jones at Cooter’s Place in Sperryville on Saturday, July 6 and ! Sunday, July 7 from i 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be country music on Saturday and bluegrass music on Sunday from 1 to 4 | p.m. both days. “ Miss Alma s Diner will be open featuring catfish and barbecue. The public is invited to come celebrate, bring the whole family and the dog. TO APPEAR: “Deputy Cletus" will join Ben (Cooter) Jones at Cooter's Place this upcoming weekend, July 6 and 7. Mark your calendars for a grand performance. For more information call 9878545 or visit www.cootersplace.com. Cooter’s Place is located at 11691 Lee Highway in Sperryville.

Church i Activities ■ iv,' ' ' ',rt? • V & F.T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson ill Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Morning Prayer 9 a.m. Holy Eucharist 10 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study, Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thornton Gap Primitive Baptist Every First and Third Sunday only First Sunday 2 p.m. Third Sunday 10:30 a.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Jerry Pokorsky Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses Forest Grove Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bethel Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Forrest Freeman Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Wednesday: Midweek Prayer and Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Thornton s Gap Regular Baptist Rev. Kirby Shenk Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Flint Hill Baptist Church Speaker: Rev. John Farrar Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist Churches wilt have worship services for Sunday, July 7 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. Gid Brown Hollow Pentecostal Sunday: Sunday School 11 a.m. Second and Fourth Sundays only Hymn sing, July 13, 7:30 p.m. Flint Hill Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. Jack Campbell Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 6:30 a.m. Wednesday: Worship Service 7:30 p.m. Woodville Baptist Pastor: Trey Hensley Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Bible Study 6:30 p.m. Wednesday: Choir practice 7 p.m. Bible Study & Prayer meeting 7:30 p.m. Gid Brown Bible Baptist Pastor: John K. Burke Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Youth and Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Prayer Service 7:30 p.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Or. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Reynolds Memorial Baptist Pastor: Jon Heddleston Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Community Youth 6-8 p.m. Thursday: Choir Practice 7 p.m. New safety laws for Virginia The 2002 General Assembly passed a variety of new laws that will affect motorists in Virginia. On July 1 these new1 driving laws went into effect. In an effort to increase homeland security, getting a license in the state will be more difficult due to a new measure tightening the requirements for obtaining a driver’s license. New laws also focus on aggressive driving in the state and target people who may endanger others and their property while on the road. The Division of Motor Vehicles i DMV) defines aggressive driving as a combination of unsafe and unlawiul driving actions that show a conscious and willful disregard for safety. Drivers who make rude gestures and flash their lights at other drivers, tailgate or speed, or swerve in and out of lanes in Virginia can now get a ticket under the new laws. Aggressive driving is defined as a misdemeanor, but aggressive driving that escalates into road rage will carry tougher consequences. Parents should be aware of a new law that says children must be secured in a booster seat until the age of 6. The previous law had a younger age requirement for riding in booster seats. Therefore, some of you parents may have to coax your youngster back into a child seat, after maybe a year or so of him not using it. Sperryville By LISA RAMEY 987-9109 With the enactment of these new laws, and America’s Fourth of July celebrations all occurring in the same week, it is an excellent time to think about safety on our roads. Whether we are traveling via car, motorcycle, bicycle, or foot, there are a few safety tips we all need to remember. Vehicle safety Drive sober and ride with sober drivers. Alcohol and drugs slow your reaction-time and distort reality. Avoid them. Always use your safety belt. Air bags are made to work with safety belts, and most crashes happen close to home. So buckle up for every trip. Drive with your headlights on. See and be seen. Don’t tailgate. Try to keep four seconds of following distance between your car and the vehicle in front of you. Focus on your driving. Save putting on makeup and eating lunch for non-driving times. The Virginia State Police advise that if you are traveling on a Virginia interstate and notice someone driving in an aggressive manner, dial #77 on your cellular phone. When you call, be sure to give a description of the driver’s vehicle and its license number, location and direction of travel. Motorcycle safety One of the main reasons motorcyclists are killed in crashes is that the motorcycle itself provides virtually no protection in a crash. A helmet is the most important safety equipment a motorcyclist can wear. Period. Also, choose riding gear that will increase your visibility in addition to providing you protection in the event of a crash. Ride where you can be seen. Avoid the blind spots of other vehicles. Make your lane changes gradually. Always use appropriate signaling before changing lanes, and never weave between lanes. Bicycle safety Wear a helmet. With proper use, bicycle helmets are 85 percent effective in preventing head injuries. Don’t ride someone else’s bike. A bike that’s too big or too small may cause you to lose control and be injured. Also, don’t try to save money by buying a bigger bike for your child that he will grow ■> into. A child should be able to sit on the bike seat, with hands on the handlebars, and place the balls of both feet on the ' ground. If this is your child’s' first bike, make sure it has foot brakes instead of hand brakes. Young children don’t* have the hand muscles and/ coordination yet to use hand Jf brakes. Pedestrian safety Stop, look left-right-left,' and over your shoulder for ‘ turning traffic before crossing. ' While wearing white clothing will help you become more visible, wearing white is not enough to ensure that you can be seen at night. Cany a flash- ! light with you, or wear fluores- ' cent clothing. “ According to DMV, motorists convicted of failing* to yield the right-of-way toJ pedestrians receive a four-, point violation on their driv-' er’s license and the points stay/ on their record for three ’ years. Watch out for pedestri-’ ans! Let’s all have a fun sum- , mer and a safe Fourth of July1celebration. Keep in mind the ! new driving laws effecting1 Virginia, and remind yourself of the common sense safety tips that can save your life and ’ the lives of your “preciou^ cargo” while traveling. Have a wonderful week,/ and please call me with your' news. ^ Celebration at Mt. Prospect July 6 On Saturday, July 6 an old fashion Fourth of July celebration for the people living and working in the town of Washington will be held at Mt. Prospect, the home of Mayor and Mrs. James S. Willis. Children are especially invited to attend with their parents and enjoy the many summertime games planned for the evening which begins at 6. Those attending should bring a salad, an appetizer or a finger dessert. Hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken and drinks will be provided. Our condolences to the family of Mrs. Barbara Gentry of Flint Hill, who passed away at her home on Wednesday, June 26. Happy birthday to Ms. Lisa Settle of Culpeper, who will have her day on Saturday, July 6. Charles Clark of Manassas was a Tuesday visitor of Mr. Washington By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. A reminder that women’s exercises classes are held on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Washington Baptist Church beginning at 5 p.m. Gideon Sunday will be held at Washington Baptist Church on Sunday, July 7 and Sam Snead will be speaking. Mark your calendars now to attend. Have a safe and happy Fourth of July. £latfie<siline& Along winding, country roads — another favorite thing I see: laden clotheslines in full swing, (some say it’s bourgeoisie., but not I). Sheets and cases fluttering, like butterflies in the breeze, hand embroidered table linens, spots that sunshine loves to ease. Lacy little dollies, pinned so delicately — and a nightie swinging gaily, almost flying free! ‘Tis quite apparent who resides within the home nearby, all sizes, shapes and colors, their owners can't belie. The sweetest morning air surrounds the humble laundry line, their whites bleached pure and colors dance from weather so divine. The air that lingers in the sheets, releases all night long, refreshing dreams and haunting sleep like a melody from a song. There’s something almost spiritual in folding air dried things so soft; the towels and curtains flying high, surely Heaven they found aloft. The sun so warm upon my back, while pinning, really brings, a moment bathed with happiness.. for life’s small simple things. Cynthia Stamps, Woodville Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop U S. 211 E. Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 7 to 8:30 p.m. (540)743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hilly VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 825-6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540) 825-0937 SperryviUe Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING’’ U. S. 211, West SperryviUe, VA (540) 987-8235 This proclamation was made by one of our great patriots, Patrick Hehry. It was borne from the fiery Wedwsdjy determination and uncompromising religious and moral Germs beliefs that tr ansformed our forefathers’dream of an 12:1-0 independent nation into reality . This brave orator and others like him. not counting the personal cost, forged -Mdiiu ahead and blazed the trail to the freedoms w enjoy today. Genesis Today, we must maintain the determination that we, as 17:1-14 individuals who comprise h.. Sunday Jiebr&vs ' 10:1-Id ‘Tuesday :Or esu 9:1-17 Viurxday Genesis 15:1-0! Saturday 'Jettesis 17:15-27 this nation. will not compromise those beliefs on which our country was founded Indeed, we must ! protect that precious legacy and make it our own. Where can we find this strength today? Like our forefathers, we can find unequaled strength in our Creator. ; To maintain our freedoms, each of us must daily maintain our faith in God’s Word. As you worship each week, your strength will increase and j your faith will set you free. Scriptures Selected tv Tbe American Bible Society CopvnqN 2002. Kaislai Withams N*w$pjpei P 0 Box 6005. 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Boston residents entertain, travel Miss Kellie Bragg spent last week at Mr. Olivet Youth Camp. Mrs. Donna Grant of Old Boston Road gave a party last Sunday at the home of Mrs. D.J. Dodson of Salem. Those attending were Mrs. Sharon Doe of Bealeton, Mrs. Joyce Showalter of Orange, Mrs. Judy Dodson of Reva and her sister, Lorie, Mrs. Marie Atkins of Sperryville, Mrs. Hazel Dodson of Boston, Mrs. Barbara Tharp and Miss Brenda Frazier of Culpeper. Our community extends their heartfelt sympathy to the family of Mrs. Jean Durant, who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital on Friday, June 21. Services were held at Fairview Cemetery in Culpeper on Sunday, June 23. We offer congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Brian Sanford upon the arrival of their little son, Bruce Aaron, who was born at Culpeper Regional Hospital on Saturday, May 18. Congratulations to our Castleton Rescue Squad for the Second Best Appearing BLS Unit at the Flint Hill parade last week. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. Kyle Prints and Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Bragg, both couples observed their day yesterday, July 2, and wishes are extended to Mr. and Mrs. Jake Tharp, who celebrate another year on Friday and wishes likewise to Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Grigsby, whose day is Sunday July 7. ; With all the good rains we’ve been getting we would think there would not be fires out, and especially what’s happening out west, but right in odr Shenandoah National Park over 900 acres has burned. This fire was north of Skyline Drive and occurred on June 21 with containment on June 29. So wherever you may h$ve a fire, in the park or out, please be careful that after camping or picnicking, the fifes are all out. ; This writer and Mrs. Leanna Wharton were Tuesday dinner guests of Miss Brenda Frazier in Culpeper. They had previously visited Mrs- Dodson, Mr. Yates and Mrs. Nicholson in Culpeper Hlealth Center. ; For this holiday week we send out our birthday greetings to Miss Stacey Smith, whose day was Tuesday, don’t guess she will do much celebrating as she is the cafeteria pfanager at Rapidan Baptist Camp. Also on July 3 Joan Embrey and Kelly Bragg both claim the day, Sherri Doe observed Friday as her day and Mrs. Nancy Robinson adds another year on Saturday. May each of you iedjoy your respective days. ; | Karla, Matthew and Mark Bragg spent last Sunday with tHeir grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Bill Peregory in Front Royal. | J. Bethel Baptist Church at Reva held their Vacation Bible ■ Representative : to visit :: Washington ■I Mrs. Donna Crowley, a representative of m Congressman Frank Wolf, will visit the town of Washington on •! Thursday, July 18. ;! Mrs. Crowley will be available to talk with constituents who need j assistance or have prob>: lems of a Federal !• nature, such as with the ;! Social Security Adminis•J tration, Department of | Labor, Immigration and ;• Naturalization Service, ;! Internal Revenue Serj vice, Department of I' Veterans Affairs, etc. ;! Citizens are also wel•| come to express their > opinions on matters of > concern, particularly s national topics or issues j before the United States !• Congress. •; Mrs. Crowley will be ; at the Rappahannock • County Extensions ! Office from 2 to 3 p.m. • | Constituents who !' want to make direct con;! tact with the Winchester office may call Mrs. • Crowley at 667-0990 or • visit the office at 110 • North Cameron Street. Boston MARIE F. ATKINS 987*8802 School last week. Those who come to mind, because of their illness and coveting our prayers are Mrs. Elizabeth Deane, Miss Lucile Baylor, Mrs. Rosie Wharton, Mrs. Cindy Giles, Mrs. Jean Dodson, Mrs. Barbara Tharp, Mrs. Daisy Lucas and Mrs. Janet Peregory. Belated birthday wishes go out to Mr. Paul Butler, who celebrated his day on Friday June 28. For our area people who might be interested July 5 is the deadline to sign up for the Culpeper Parent D.A.R.E. program which begins July 11, at the Culpeper Regional Hospital. Please call the hospital for more information. The Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department is seeking contestants for their “Tiny Miss Scholarship Pageant”. For further information call 825y2D6582. The Department of Motor Vehicle Center in Culpeper will be closed July 4 through July 6. The fireworks held each year at Graves Mountain Lodge in Syria will be help Thursday, July 4, beginning at 9 p.m. and for those of you who have never attended, it would be a nice trip, go up and enjoy the fresh mountain air while viewing the fireworks display. Congratulations to Eric Bryant of Old Boston Road, who for perfect attendance received an award at Emerald Hill Elementary School, where he is a student. It’s not to early to start making plans to attend the Culpeper, Madison and Rappahannock Farm Fair and Show to be held July 9 through July 14 at Culpeper Agricultural Enterprises. May each and everyone of our readers have a save and happy holiday, plan to enjoy some Fourth of July activities and don’t ever forget that we as a nation have so much to be thankful for and always be grateful to our service men and women overseas. We have so much to celebrate — the founding of our nation and the fact that we can hold so dear our freedom. Parade participants r Rappahannock News PhotO'Barbara C. Wayland Raggedy Ann and Andy always have a prominent spot in the annual Amissville parade. The 1947 Ford truck owned by Mr. and Mrs. Paul Poling of Amissville was donated to them by a lady in Michigan and it sports approximately 25 Ann and Andys. Community saddened by Mrs. Gentry’s death The community was saddened to learn of the passing of Mrs. Barbara Gentry, who departed this life at her home on Wednesday, June 26. Mrs. Gentry will be greatly missed by her family and the entire county. She was well known and loved by everyone who knew' her. Funeral services were conducted at the Flint Hill United Methodist Church on Saturday, June 29 with burial in the church cemetery. The Rev. Merlin Shorb officiated, assisted by Rev. Jennings Hobson. Mrs. Gentry, who w'as a member of the Flint Hill United Methodist Church since 1934 was very active in her church. She was a Sunday School teacher, lay leader, member of the United Methodist Women and church Board member. She was a retired postmaster and teacher and served in other capacities as well. Our condolences to her family and friends. Rev. Merlin Shorb and Judy Burke attended the Virginia Annual Conference in Roanoke recently. Leon Lillard of Winchester was a Thursday luncheon guest of his mother, Mrs. Edna Lillard. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second, fourth and fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. The pastor, the Rev. John Farrar invites the public. Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 Worship services are held in the Flint Hill United Methodist Church each Sunday at 8:45 a m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb, pastor delivers the message. The public is invited. Congratulations to Honey and Harry Knave and their son, Wayne of Huntly on the recent birth of their daughter and sister, Laraly Lily Rose Knave. Laraly arrived June 14 at Winchester Medical Center. Several Flint Hill residents were proud to see the out-of-the-attic photo of the old Hotel Ricketts that appeared in last week’s paper. Photos such as that one definitely reminds us of days gone by. We encourage residents with old photos to drop them by the Rappahannock News office for future use. They are always returned to you following publication. Have a great Fourth of July and give me a call should you have news for the Flint Hill column. TREMENDOUS SELECTION NOW OF SPRING & SUMMER MERCHANDISE! Peebles Great Fashions. Great Prices. Every Day! ROYAL PLAZA • 1RONT ROYAL, VA • (540) 6550101 • HOURS: MON. SAT. 10-4. SUN. 12-5 LURAY SHOPPING CENTER • LURAY VA • (540) 74 1 1110 • HOI RS N^IN 1RI 10-8: SAT 8 8: SUN 12:TO-5:TO WARRENTON CENTER • YVARRFNTON \ A • ' 5401 14'-1 RJO • HOI RS mi in s \T 104 si N I 2-6 Upcoming Events Former Aileen employees to meet Former Aileen employees will gather for their annual picnic on Saturday, July 20 beginning at noon at the Flint Hill carnival grounds. All former employees are encouraged to attend and bring a covered dish and a beverage to share. For additional information call Joyce Pullen at 987-8091. Services Board to meet The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and the Area Agency on Aging will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 9 at 1 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Paula Benenson at 825-3100, extension 3146 or 825-7391 (TDD). Soccer League registration set The Rappahannock Youth Soccer League fall registration is now in progress. Players from U-6 through U-18 may participate. U-6 players must be 5 years old by Sept. 8. Applications may be picked up at the kiosk in Washington and the Public Library now through Aug. 3. Fees are S35 for the first player and $20 for each additional family member. Some scholarships are available. New players must have a copy of their birth certificate. Please call Laura Dodd at 547-2968 or e-mail at laurajane _dodd@yahoo.com with questions. Again, last day to register will be Aug. 3, 2002. Register your youth soon! Activities at Ureamtime Dreamtime Center for Herbal Studies is offering the following upcoming activities: July 13-14, Field Botany for the Plant Enthusiast. Join noted ethnobotanist, Susan Leopold, for two days of delving into the world of plants, plant parts, plant evolution, plant families and more. The group will dissect flowers, collect and press plant specimens and come to understand the basic characteristics of ten major medicinal plant families. Fee is $175 and includes class materials. Campinq facilities available. July 27, Making Herbal Beer. Spend a delightful day learning all the how to’s of herbal beer brewing with Tara Welty from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sampling included. Fee is $60, brown bag lunch. Aug. 3, “Wonders of the Wetland” Dreamtime Garden Tour from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. See the spectacular show of natives planted around two ponds including brilliant lobelias, sultry swamp milkweeds, vivid vervains and more. Fee is $40, brown bag lunch. For registration or more information, contact Dreamtime at 675-1122, drmtime@shentel.net or visit www.dreamtimeherbschool.com. Keating to perform at Mountainside Vyktoria Pratt Keatjng will be performing at the Mountainside Pub in Sperryville on Saturday, July 6 starting at 8:30 p.m. There is no cover charge. In-orchard meetings set A in-orchard meeting wilt be held at Lee’s Orchard at Massies Corner on Wednesday, July 10 and at Nauman’s Orchard in Flint Hill on Wednesday, July 24. For additional information call the Rappahannock Extension Office at 6753619. Clinic will be open July 10 The Rappahannock Free Clinic, a local operation of the Fauquier Free Clinic Inc., is currently open on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of each month. The clinic will be open Wednesday, July 10 and not again until July 17. Normally the clinic would have observed hours on July 3, however, due to the holiday, it has moved forward one week. Patient registration is from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock Public Health Department Building. For information call 347-0394. Ragged Mountain activities set The following activities are scheduled through Ragged Mountain Resource Center: For more information call Director Hunt Harris at 987-3366. “Second Saturday" hikes to trails in the Shenandoah National Park along upper Rappahannock River tributaries on Saturday, July 13, and Saturday, Aug. 10. Those attending should meet between 8 and 8:30 a.m. at Mountainside Market on US 211 west of Sperryville and caravan from there to trailheads. Bring nourishment for self, especially water, and layered clothing according to the weather of the day (extra socks recommended). Return is usually mid-afternoon July 13: Nicholson Hollow-Hughes River and Aug. 10: White Oak Canyon-Robinson River. Anyone interested in helping co-ordinate other programs, especially biking, climbing and canoe/kayak trips, either this summer or into the fall and winter, is welcome to contact Ragged Mountain Resource Center Director Hunt Harris at 987-3366. hluemont senes continues The Bluemont 2002 summer series will continue on Saturday, July 6 with The Legendary Orioles at the old Warren Green in downtown historic Warrenton Requested admission is $5 per person, $3 for Bluemont friends and seniors and $1 for children under six. In case of bad weather the event will be held at Taylor Middle School. For more information call 347-4414 or 1-800-820-1021. Tastings at Sharp Rock Sharp Rock Vineyards on Route 707 is now open for tastings on Friday from 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday from noon to 5 p.m. and on Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. or by appointment. Call Sharp Rock for additional information or directions. 9879700. Demolition Derby set Applications are now being accepted for the Demolition Derby to be held Saturday, Aug. 24 during the Page Fair in Luray. Drivers must be 21 years of age. Cars may include any American made stock, hardtop automobile or station wagon. Official entry blanks are available by calling 743-4949. The fair runs from Aug. 18 through Aug. 24. Culpeper Regional events set The following events are scheduled for the month of July through Culpeper Regional Hospital. On July 9 Desktop Yoga will be offered from 6 to 7 p.m. and is a very popular class because it works! On July 10. Siblings will be the topic. Bring your children (three years of age and up) to this class to receive good advice about being the older sibling. The class will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Prepared Childbirth will be the program beginning July 11. This six-week course held on consecutive Thursday evenings is taught by a certified childbirth instructor, and is encouraged for all parents-to-be. Infant CPR classes will be held on July 24 from 7 to 9 p.m. This is not a certification course for professionals, but is important for those who care for babies. For information call Culpeper Regional Hospital Outreach at 8294190 to register. Disability Services Board to meet The next meeting of the Rappahannock-Rapidan Disability Services Board will be held on Tuesday, July 9 at 10 a.m. at the Madison County Social Services Building at 101 South Main Street in Madison. The organization serves Rappahannock and surrounding citizens. For information call 829-7450.

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Obituaries .‘Barbara Gentry : Flint Hill resident Barbara Caroline Strong Gentry, 89, of Flint Hill died Wednesday, June 26 at her home. • Funeral services were conducted on Saturday, June 29 at Flint Hill United Methodist Church with Rev. Merlin Shorb officiating. Burial was in the Flint Hill Cemetery. J Mrs. Gentry was born Beb. 24, 1913 in Muskegon, Mich., daughter of Frederick and Blanche Loomis Strong. - She was a member of Flint Hill United Methodist Church since 1934. She served as a lay speaker with the church for 20 years and taught Sunday School for 50 years. ! Mrs. Gentry taught public school at Reager Elementary School in Huntly for eight years. She retired from the Postal Service in November 1974. * Her memberships included: National Association of Postmasters, Advisory Council for the Retired Senior Volunteer Program And Family Services of Rappahannock, United Methodist Women in Flint Hill and a charter member of tjie Front Royal Oratorio Ohoir. *" She was predeceased by her husband, William A. Gentry and her son, Wiley Allen Gentry. " She is survived by two (laughters and sons-in-law, Bonnie R. Dodson and Adren Q. Dodson of Staunton and Lelia T. Scott and Thomas M. Scott of Ames, Iowa; a daughter-in-law, Mary Frances Gentry of Manassas; sjx grandchildren, Sharon Dunn, Gary Dodson, Susan Broper, Sarah Watson, William Gentry and Ronald Gentry and 13 great-grandchildren. Maddox Funeral Home in Front Royal was in charge of the arrangements. Warren Settle » Born in Washington »; Warren Eastham Settle, 60, of Washington died Ihursday, June 27 at IJauquier Hospital in Warrenton. '• He was born Feb. 20, J333 in Washington, to the late Wade and Emma Settle. Mr. Settle was a veteran of the United States Air Force, serving in the Korean Conflict. In his retirement, Ife was a cattle farmer and gen avid rabbit and coon hunter. * Mr. Settle is survived by his wife, Juanita Harvey fettle of Washington; his former wife, Lois Racer Jenkins; three sons, Gary Jflichael Settle and his wife, Karen of Locust Grove, Anthony Wayne Settle and nis wife, Patricia and iVarren Matthew Settle and his wife, Candie and one tjaughter, Sandra Lee Sealock and her friend, A1 H. ftane, all of Amissville. Additional survivors Spclude six grandchildren £nd one great-grandchild. •; Also surviving are two brothers, Robert Settle and Charles M. Settle; one sister, Ipamie Heflin and a host of Jrieces, nephews and friends. •I Besides his parents, he *v as predeceased by two brothers, Wade Settle Jr. and Cleveland Ashby Settle. •' Funeral services were conducted on Monday, July 1 &t Found and Sons Chapel jfith Rev. Jon C. Heddleston Taficiating. •* Interment followed in the Tamily cemetery at the Glen JCyrie Farm. John Whittington Jr. -1Maurertown resident ♦. Zi John Edward “Jay” JVhittington Jr., 19, of ■JJaurertown died Saturday, ^hine 22 at Shenandoah idlemorial Hospital, Woodstock. Z' Funeral services were Conducted on Wednesday, ^Fune 26 at Stover Funeral Some in Strasburg with pastor Herb McLean ofllciat__ ing. Burial was in St. James Cemetery, Cedar Creek. Mr. Whittington was born Oct. 27, 1982 in Winchester, the son of John Edward Whittington of Fiont Royal and Pamela Sue ^'isher Bodkins of Maui ertown. He was employed by Roger Dellinger Construction and attended Valley Pike Church of the Brethren and was a graduate of Strasburg High School Class of 2000. Surviving with his parents, are his paternal grandparents, Eva Wallace of Stephens City and John Russell Grigsby of Front Royal; his maternal grandfather and step-grandmother, Jim and Carolyn Fisher of Maurertown and maternal grandmother, Libby Fisher of Edinburg; his step-grandfathers, Carl High Sr. of Front Royal and Stanley Wallace of Stephens City; and his paternal great-grandmother, Juanita Grigsby of Amissville. He was predeceased by his paternal great-grandparents, Elwood and Freida Whittington Jenkins and his maternal great-grandparents, Boke and Ruby Fisher. JoAnn Gooden Warrenton resident JoAnn Zelpha Gooden, 63, of Warrenton died on Wednesday, June 26 at her residence. She was born on Nov. 4, 1938 in Buchanan County. She was a homemaker. Survivors include her husband of 45 years, Roger W. Gooden of Warrenton; three sons, Roger Gooden of Bealeton, Terry Gooden of Rapidan and Todd Gooden of Amissville; two daughters, Tammy Metcalf of Orlean and Tracy Miller of Warrenton and four grandchildren. Additional survivors include three brothers, Fred McGlothlin and David McGlothlin, both of Nokesville and Alton Bradley McGlothlin of Manassas and one sister, Katie Kirkland of Akron, Ohio. She was predeceased by her father, Rev. Robert McGlothlin and her mother, Gladys McGlothlin. Funeral services were conducted on Tuesday, July 2 at Moser Funeral Home Chapel in Warrenton with the Rev. Alan Stanley officiating. Interment followed in Hjllcrest Memory Gardens at Jeffersonton. jJn^iibiq ^DflOUCjflti by Randy Minter A CHILD’S GRIEF It used to be that children were thought to be miniature adults and were expected to behave as adults. It is now understood that there are differences in the ways in which children and adults mourn. Unlike adults, bereaved children do not experience continual and intense emotional and behavioral grief reactions. Children may seem to show grief only occasionally and briefly but, in reality, a child’s grief usually lasts longer than that of an adult. As the surv iving child grows, he or she will think about the loss repeatedly, especially during important times in his or hei life. This longer period of grief is due to the fact that the child's ability to experience intense emotions is limited. Understanding the needs of your children, when you are feeling strong feelings of grief yourself is very difficult. We are happy to help you by providing information that can be helpful in offering direction for parents wishing to support their children. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, we are here to meet the needs of the entire family,’ from the youngest to the oldest. We’re at 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton. Call us at 3473431 “As the twig is bent the tree inclines. ” ~ Virgil Kinsey Wharton Born in county Kinsey Brown Wharton. 78, of Woodville died Saturday, June 29 at Heritage Hall Nursing Home in Leesburg. He was born Feb. 6, 1924 in Rock Mills, Rappahannock County to the late Amon Brown Wharton and Edith Laura Dodson Wharton. Mr. Wharton was a member of the Five Forks Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Flossie Mollie Norman W'harton of Woodville; one son, Kinsey M. Wharton and his wife, Debbie of Amissville; three daughters, Judy Atkins and her husband, Ronald of Washington, Nancy Atkins and her husband, Calvin of Sperryville and -Connie Cumins and her husband. Doug of Centreville and one sister, Rodie Wilson of Orange. He is also survived by seven grandchildren and two great-grandsons. In addition to his parents, he was also predeceased by two sisters, Corine Menefee and Mary Martin. 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Classified Index Real Estate Rentals 001 Rentals - Apartments 011. Rentals - Condos 022 Rentals - Houses 033 Rentals - Lots & Acreage 034 Rentals - Farms 044 Rentals - Mobile Homes 055 Rentals - Rooms 066. Rentals - Shared Housing Roommates 077 Rentals - Townhouses 080. Rentals - Offices 085. Property Management 088. Rentals - Wanted 089. Hunting Properties Vacation Places 090 Vacation - Rent 195. Vacation - Houses 099. Vacation - Wanted Residential Sales 100. For Sale By Owner 101. Open Houses 111 Sales - Condos 102. Sales - Houses 133. Sales - Lots & Acreage 135. Real Estate For Sale 144 Sales - Manufactured/ Custom Housing 155. Sales - Mobile Homes 166. Sales - Townhouses 177 Sales - Wanted Merchandise 200. Antiques & Collectibles 204. Arts & Crafts 208 Auctions 212. Cemetery Lots 216 Computers/Electronics 220. Farm Equipment 222. Farm Supplies 224. Firewood Please refer to the category you wish to use t-urniture/Appiiances 232 Garage/Yard/Moving Sales 233. Estate Sales 236. 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Horse & Farm Directory 1 p.m. Monday jW real estate advertising harem is subject to the Federal > Fair Housing Act, which makes it iHegal to advertise any enoe, imitation or discrimination based on race, religion, sox. handicap, familial status or national Ort-. or intention to make any such references, imitations w Additionally, the Commonwealth ol Virginia torbide ~ jrimination baaed on elderliness, parenthood, or , We wMI not knowingly accept any advertising tor real ;; estate which is in violation ot the law. AM person# are hereby informed thai aM dwellings advertised are avertable jon an equal opportunity basis. 22 Rentals Houses 4 BR, 3 BA, like new on 5 acres 12 mi. West of Winchester $1200/mo. Sec. & lease 540-8772988 COUNTRY SETTING: 1% miles from Purcellville. 3 BR. 1V4 BA, no pets. $2000/mo. + util. & dep. Call 540-454-2272. FLINT HILL, VA. sm 2 Story. 2BR. LR. Kit, DR, 1BA. W/D Lg deck & yd Sm pets ok. $700/mo Refs & dep req 540-675-3508 GREAT EQUESTRIAN RETREAT heart of horse country, 5 acs, 10 min from Warrenton w/ panoramic mtn. views, elegantly restored. 1920 s cottage 3BR, 2BA, oozing charm w/ all modern conveniences CAC. W/D, stone FP/gas, restored heart of pine firs, deck, new 3 board fenced paddock, barn, tack rm, feed rm, elect. $2200/ mo 301-986-8786 HOUSE & BARN Near The Plains & Great Meadows 3BR. 1.5 BA. Country kitchen, all appl., heat pump/ac. Barn w/ hayloft, heated tack room, '/i bath, feed room. Max 3 horses Avail July. $2000/month. Minimum 1 year lease. Call Kathy Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-4144 PURCELLVILLE: HISTORIC Designer Home (Featured in Post Home Section) on 14 ac. Spectacular views, pond stone spring house 1 BR loft home w/ sep lower Ivl. guest quarters $1395 + util 202-543-1837 RAPPAHANNOCK CO. near "Little Washington". brand new "farmhouse" with country porch overlooking the Rush River 2 BRs, 2BA. great room w/ gas FP. wooded lot on Harris Hollow Rd. Immediate occupancy. $ 1300/mo. Pets considered Furnished. Owner/ Broker. 540675-4901 or sherrysny: der@starband.net. SPERRYVILLE AREA- 1 BR cottage, Ig rooms & porch. $475/mo. + sec. No pets 540-987-8789 Iv mess. Will return call SPERRYVILLE, 2BR newly remodeled S850/mo ALSO. 4BR, Ig older farm house, Ig front porch, $950/mo Both have views of Old Rag, on 16 ac property 540-347-3558. WARRENTON GREAT neighborhood! 3 BR, 2 BA. W/D. CAC, 1 ac. wooded lot, cul-de-sac. $1,385mo540-253-5347 nn Rentals Houses V___/ WATERFORD AREA: 3 BR, 2 BA house w/ bsmnt. on quiet road in country. $1300. 540882-3231. WOODVILLE/ RAPPAHANNOCK Co Beaut. 4BR 2.5BA home on 7 acs w/gorgeous views of Blue Ridge Mtns AC. W/D. refrigerator/ freezer, DW. Full w/o bmst, $1500/mo. Call 910-483-6091. 66 SharMf Housing ASHBURN- LARGE BR. shared bath, 2 large closets in 4 level TH. $450/mo. Call 703-8580940. CENTREVILLE: Room for rent in 3 level luxury townhouse. Very nice, quiet neighborhood. Convenient to 66. Metro park-n-ride, shopping, George Mason Univ. Call (703) 449-1460 122 Salt* Housos Classic Victorian Beauty, 10 acs, equestrian community w / riding trails & more (add I acs avail) Quality construction throughout this gorgeous home. 10' ceilings, hand-stained wood fls, custom decorated rms, sunrm, full unfinished basement & ready to complete plumbed in full bath. MLS # ST4193199 Call Clare Gardner, 540752-2932 Prudential Simpson & Associates. REALTORS 800-8525923. An Independently Owned & Operated Membei of The Prudential Real Estate Affiliates. Inc. 177 Wanted COUPLE NEARING RETIREMENT seeks 5-25 acres w/ mountain view in Rappahannock County to build small home tor grandchildren to visit. Emmet or Jane Kennedy. 703-836-1289 180 Commercial Rental* FLINT HILL, VA, Rappahannock Co., Warehouse/shop space. Ig space 52’ X 96' 540675-3508 RETAIIVOFFICE space tor rent, Flint Hill, VA, Rappahannock Co., 3 rooms, 16.5 X 12 5', 14 X 12.5', 35.5 X 12.5', French doors, carpeted, awing, lots of parking, 540-675-3508 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES Times Classified 347-4222 188 Commercial Salas fs Buildings for Lease: Warehouse: #6.000. 6,600 or 9,987 sf Otfice: #600, 1700, 3.600sf Office Warehouse: # 72.701 a Buildings for Sale: • 7.739 sf 1-story, 2 ac, $385,000 • 18.615 sf office, 2 bldgs $1,500,000 VINT HILL BUSINESS PARK 540-347-6965 888-448-4332 Vint Hill Business Park • Finished commercial building sites for sale • Infrastructure in place. • Lots accommodate buildings from 13,000 ' to 200,000 sq. ft. • Tech Park community includes recreational amenities & residential • Avail. Spring 2002 Millennium Realty Advisers LLC Doug Eliot 703-960-9063 4M Business 1 Opportunity RESTAURANT/NIGHT SPOT A lively restaurant for music, dancing and great food in Rappahannock County Va minutes from Shenandoah Nat'l Park Profitable Daily service. Affordable opportunity! Call owner 540-675-1236 232 G) wag* / Yard S«i* JULY 6, 8a-5p, Warrenton, 7377 Bear Wallow Rd Computer desk, ent tbl, dining rm set, metal shelves, rocker recliner 236 Hay Straw ft Feed ALFALFA & MIXED Grass Hay to be made in shares. 540-4542272 HAY FOR SALE: Alfalfa & Timothy, 4x4 rolls, $25 at farm. Approx. 300 rolls left 1st & 2nd cutting, all mixed grass ■ hay, net wrapped, 6x6 rolls, $20 at farm. Approx 100 not wrapped . $10/ roll. 540-454-2272. TRI COUNTY FEEDS. Marshall, VA. Area's exclusive supplier for Pennfield Horse Feeds. Complete line of stable & horse supplies. Alfalfa hay, timothy & mixed hay, bag shavings, Stallmats. delivery wkly. 888-823-3337, 540-364-1891. www. tricountyteeds com Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 -—\ —si240 MORGAN TRAIL HORSE 14.2 hand, no bottom, needs intermediate rider, sweet disposition, good ground manners, Sorrel, aged. $2500. 540-937-3758 . . • " " oaii Qmden v----y TREE SERVICE, landscaping, & yard cleanup. 540-987-8843 after 5pm HAND HEWN LOGS, beams, flooring, doors, hardware. Buy/ Sell Architectural Old House Parts. 540-631-8906. Mac. For Sato BOOTS: WESTERN & work boots from Justin, Double-H, Nocona, Texas, Dan Post, Sage, Abilene, Dingo. Happy Trails Western Wear, Beaieton, 540-4391395 DIRECTV MINI-SATELLITE DISH 2 RECEIVERS $19.99 or 1 RECEIVER FREE to FREE INSTALL Local chamefe ncwa/afede! We beat all advertised prices. New subscribers only. Call for details 1-800-459-7357 F-11 JAN & FRIENDS Child Care Center has 2 openings for ages 2 Vi & up. 540-364-2832 close to Marshall & 166 WESTERN WEAR; Head-to-toe for entire family. Bailey. Resistol, Stetson, Wrangler, Rockies, RoughRider. Happy Trails Western Wear, Bealeton, 540439-1395 WRANGLER JEANS, 13MWZ, 0936 DEN. Popular sizes in stock. Special orders invited. Happy Trails Western Wear, Bealeton. 540-4391395 DALMATIANS, AKC, well bred b&w pups avail. 8/1/02, Ch. sire & dam. Sweet, 18 mo, b&w M avail. Hlth, hear, temp guar 540-347-5633 FREE FILL DIRT. Bealeton area. Delivery available 540439-8513 ask for Dave. FREE KITTENS TO good home only. 7 weeks Old. 540-439-8859 SHW Ohreawaya .- -■ ■ • P FREE MULCH- For gardens- U Haul, 4m). off Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd, Remington, VA. 540439-2607 FREE TO APPROVED FARM home only. Male, black lab, needs lots of attention & exercise, sleeps inside. NOT GOOD W/ CHILDREN. 540-341-4143 FREE TO GOOD home 2 Female German Shepherd puppies 8 mos old, 703-361-8550 FREE TO GOOD home, male senior lamb, loveable pet, CentrevMe area. 540-439-3788 PUPPIES: 1 Wirefox Terrier, purebred, 4 mo old fern.; Schnauzer Poodle mix, 3 mo old male, both initial puppy shots/ dewormed. Adoption fee. 540-668-6487. EARLY’S CARPET, INC. The one-stop shop for complete Home Decorating Service Root Coverings • Window Treatments WW^apcr* Slip Covers & Upholsfcry Residential & C(numerical Rt.211 ArafaMviHe, VA 937-5500 »« FLOWER «• MAINTENANCE Need help maintaining your flower bed? I will edge, weed, plant, fertilize, mulch, prune & keep them sweet for you. **540-923-4079** Ive msg. NEED MONEY??? Loans from $100 to $500 Online www.catlusforcash.com. 1-866-819-8162 Loans by County Bank. Rehoboth Beach, DE Member FDIC. Equal Opportunity Lender STOP FORECLOSURE!! Behind on your mortgage? Dont File Bankruptcy We can help you save your home. Guaranteed Service. 800-915-9704 Ext. 225 “U S. Mortgage Assistance' Jlgf-™ . — r ' HEALTH BENEFITS $74/mo Family coverage Bob Burger 540-547-4146 800-509-8955 AUDI 4000CS QUATTRO ■87. 4WD, 139K, sunroof, all pwr, 5sp, redblack int. Super cond. $4200. 540-729-6932 BMW 1989 5251 SEDAN: 4 dr. Excellent Condi 134K miles, auto 4 spd. trans, all power, leather seats, A/C (with climate control), anti-lock brakes, bucket seats, center console, cruise control, fog lights, heated pwr mirrors, pwr sunroof, AM/FM/CD premium sound system, rear window defroster, tinted glass. $6,800 OBO. Call 540-5548294 after 5 p.m.. DODGE STRATUS '99: 4 dr. Sedan. Sale Price $10,395. Warrenton Highline. 540-428-1032 MERCURY COUGAR 1992, 3.8L, 72K mis, clean in & out, full power, keyless entry, needs nothing. $3900 540-347-3862 MITSUBISHI 3000GT VR-4 1997, black w/ tan leather, V-6, twin turbo, 6 sp, full power opts, incls sunrof, climate control, CD, etc. New 18’ OZ racing wheels w/ new tires. 90K mostly hwy. Faithfully maintained. Pictures avail, upon request. MSTA Asking $17,700 OBO Call John 540347-3483. HONDA 2001 REVEL CMX250CC.1850 mis. Just inspct, perfect cond. Well maint'd. $2400. 540-347-2838 HONDA SHADOW 1100CC, $1800. 540439-9862 CHEVY TAHOE '98, sport utility, Sale Price $20,495. Warrenton Highline. 540-428-1032 Trucks A 979 PkskLUfm CHEVROLET K1SOO ’98: Pickup, Z71, clean. Sale Price $14,775. Warrenton Highline. 540-428-1032. CHEVY ’00 2500 Ext. Cab.300 HP gas, silver, blue Ithr, prem sound, all opts, fold away 5th wheel. 42K mi. Blue Bk: $22,000; Self. $19,200. 540-347-1888 (days); 540-347-5095 (eves). FORD F2S0 -94: Long bed, Sale Price $9,995. Warrenton Highline. 540-428-1032 DODGE CARAVAN '94: Super Clean, Sale Price $4495. Warrenton Highline. 540-428-1032 Admin Assistant Knowledge of internet, courteous phone skills & customer oriented, willing to learn estimating processes. Please call: 540-428-1900 AIR CONDmONNG & HEATING V SERVICE £ TECH Exp. HVAC Service Techs needed Al local worit Top pay & benefits package for the right quaifed mechanic. Only Experienced Need Apply. Call 540-347-0765 APPLETON CAMPBELL EOE YOUR AD COULD BE HERE! CALL TODAY TO PLACE YOUR AD! 540-347-4222 OR FAX 540-349-8676 ARCHITECT/ CONSTRUCTION , PROJECT MANAGER Moseley Architects is in search of a Project Manager to administrate const activities for projects from their Warrenton office. Canddates must possess construction/ architectural . exp. involving comm, const., strong writing, verbal & computer skills. Qualified candidates reply to: mfem@ moseteyardiitects.com or fax: 540-351-0031 AUTO BODY TECHNICIANS „ I-car experience preferred. Benefits. . Rick Hunt Ford/Dodge Larry Allen 540-347-1234 800-868-4660 BREAKFAST CHEF Flexible Hours Top Pay 540-592-3900 For all of your Employment 1 Needs call the Fauquier TimesDemocrat 540-347-4222 THE FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauauierspca.com e-mail spca@erols.com for a complete and up to date listing Rappahannock Animal Welfare League Landfill, Rt. 639, East of Amissville Daily 8:00 a.m. -12:00 Noon, except closed Wed. it Sun. •' These wonderful dogs need a good home! Ryan Ox "Ryan" and "Ox" are both adult, neutered, hound mixes. Ryan is friendly and easy going. Ox is shy and sweet. Both dogs am good with other animals. Come see these, wonderful guys! 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283 (voice ma.l).

CHURCH SECRETARY 20 hours per week, must have experience in Microsoft Word, Publisher & Excel. Ability to maintain confidentiality a must. Please send resume to: Amissville Baptist Church P.O. Box 158 Amissville, VA 20106 DOCKETING CLERK/ PARA LEGAL For patent law firm in Warrenton, VA. At least 1 year of experience with a patent law firm preferred. Preferably amenable to occasional work days in Fairfax, VA office. Benefits and competitive salary. Fax resume to 540-428-1720 Electricians Apprentices Helpers All “bull" aside - we arr the best, & we want you on our TEAM. We offer all the “bells & whistles" when it comes to benefits. Do yourself a favor & call us today1 Our pay runs from $9.00 to $20,001* - based on experience. Must have tools & transportation to shop. SUNDANCE ELEC. CONTRS., INC. 540-349-8200 EXT 12 GOVERNMENT POSTAL JOBS $18.35/hr. Wildlife Jobs $21.60/hr. Paid Training, Full Benefits. No Experience necessary. Application and exam information. Toll free 1-888-778-4266 ext.151 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call TODAY 540-347-4222 Full Tim* BmpiUf invfll v _/ HELPING HAND CHEF USUI cook and shop for: • Families • Elderly • Special Call Tina for more details 703-594-3545 Kennel Assistant Part-time Flexible am & pm hours Starting pay S8/hr Must be 21 or older w/ reliable transportation. 540-937-3283 Plumber F/T plumber, exp., valid VA Driver’s lie. Wages negotiable. 540-987-9463 (Days) 540-675-3249 (Evenings) POSITION AVAILABLE Snack Bar PT Equal Opportunity Employer South Wales Golf Club 540-937-3250 Retail Sales Full/ Part-time help needed at rapidly expanding tack store. Sales & basic office skills nec. Windows a plus. Must have excellent working knowledge of English tack, horses, etc. Contact Frank Horn 540-364-2396 RN/LPN Cardiac experience preferred. Be part of a great patient care team. Fax resume to: Prince William Cardiology Assoc. 703-369-7473 (-:-:--—~--—\ Legal Notices TRUSTEE’S SALE OF 22 SHEFFIELD LANE j Viewtown Virginia Pursuant to the terms of a deed of trust dated December 28th, 2000 in the original principal amount of $149,350.00, recorded in the Clerk's Office, Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia as Instrument Number 001736 at page 1, the property briefly described below will be offered for sale at public auction: All that certain tract or parcel of land lying in Jackson Magisterial District, containing 2.56015 acres, more or less, as shown on plat entitled “Plat Showing Property Line Adjustment to Nancy S. Walker”, as the same is duly dedicated platted and recorded as Instrument Number 00-1594, among the land records of Rappahannock County, Virginia, as more particularly described in the referenced Deed of Trust, (the “Property") the sale will take place on July 18, 2002 at 11:00 a.m. at the main entrance to the building housing the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia. Terms: A deposit in the form of certified funds in the amount of $10,000.00 or 10% of the successful bid, whichever is lower, is required oj. any bidder at the time of sale. Closing wjithin fifteen (15) days of sale. Time is of the essence. Additional terms may be announced a} sale. Purchaser to pay all closing costs. i ^tephen B. Wood and Sandra L. Ulloa and F & M Services, L.C., Substitute Trustees <. F£>R INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephen B. Wood, Friedman & MacFadyen, P.A., 1601 Rolling Hills Drive, Ste. 125, Richmond, Virginia 23229, . Telephone: (804) -288-0088 Ref:# 201573 4-27,7-04-02 #438319 T " "■ . Invitation for Bids: the Town of Sperryville gateway Improvements Project "fee Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors is soliciting bids from general contractors for “The Town of Sperryville Gateway Improvements Project.” The work includes fop provision of all supervision, labor, materidte and bonds for the construction of the various elements of the project, including a pedestrian bridge, sidewalk and pavement improvements, landscaping and seeding, and otier miscellaneous site improvements. !•? AD bids must be received at the County Administrator’s Office, Old Extension Office, 290 Gay Street, P.O. Box 519, Washington, VA 22747 by Friday, July 26, 2002, by 3:00 PM., at which fme they will be opened and publicly read. A Pre-Bid Conference will be conducted in Sperryville at the on-site location of the planned pedestrian bridge on Monday, July ♦5, 2002 at 10:00 am. Sid documents will be available on or after Monday, May 20, 2002 at the County Administrator’s Office, Old Extension Office, 290 Gay Street, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia, 22747 or at the office of The Cox Company, 220 East High Street, Charlottesville, Virginia, 22902. A non-refundable $30.00 printing fee will be charged for each set of bid documents. Checks shall be made payable to 'Treasurer, Rappahannock County.” The terms of Competitive Sealed Bidding as S?t forth in the Virginia Public Procurement Act Shall apply. The Board of Supervisors reserves fie right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities. No bidder may withdraw its bid after the time set for the bid opening for a freriod of ninety days from the bid opening. by ORDER OF: jlohn W. McCarthy >03.7-10-02 _ #439825 TRACK BACKHOE OPERATOR for sight utility contractor in Northern VA. 703-631-9733 TRACK LOADER OPERATOR for sight utility contractor in Northern VA. 703-631-9733 V_ *3,200 WEEKLY! Mailing 800 brochures1 Guaranteed! Free supplies/postage! Mail LSASE: Celebrity Mailers. 16625 Redmond Way #M233-C-6, Redmond, WA 98052. www.celebritvmailers.com SSSSSWEEKLY! Stay-at-home. Processing HUD/FHA Mortgage Refunds. No Exp. Req. FREE Information Call 1-800-449-4625 ext. 7507 Fauquier Times-Democrat: Where the Readers Are! Call Today 540-347-4222 RESIDENT MANAGER ASSISTED LIVING Come join a dynamic, rapidly expanding assisted living company. Resident Manager positions currently available in Orange, Stephens City & Warrenton. Strong managerial skills and a desire to help others required. Experience in assisted living or long term healthcare required, along with 2 years secondary education and 1 year geriatric experience. RN & LPN preferred, but not required. Contact Candace Moe 800-645-4447 or fax resume to 540-364-3611 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Smith-Midland Corp. is seeking an Administrative assistant to the CEO. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience working directly with a CEO. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required. Duties include transcribing correspondence, taking meeting minutes, proofing, supervising other office personnel and other duties such as planning meetings, corporate functions and company events, making travel arrangements and directing inquires from stockholders. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental insurance, 40IK plan and educational reimbursement. Qualified applicants may send resumes including salary history to: Human Resources Dept. Smith-Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: wtaylor@smithmidland.com rsmith@smithmidland.com EOE M/F/D/V TOWN COUNCIL TOWN OF WASHINGTON, VIRGINIA Pursuant to Section 6-1-1 of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Town Council of Washington, Virginia will hold a public hearing on Wednesday, July 10, 2002, at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay and Calvert Streets in Washington, Virginia to consider the following application: TW SU #02-06-01 The Inn at Little Washington, by their Agent Edward Fletcher, Maintenance Manager, desire a Special Use permit on their property located at 411 Main Street (Tax Map 20A-1-19, zoned ‘Village-Mixed Use’), the old Mrs. Coxes Tavern, to use three small rooms on the first floor as retail space (714 sq.ft.). The existing lighting shop is not part of the application (it is grandfathered commercial space), but counts against total square footage. Use allowed under Section 1-4-3(d) with additional standards under Section 6-1 -2(k) of the Town of Washington Zoning Ordinance. A copy of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office and available for public inspection, Monday through Friday 8:30 a m. to 4:30 p.m. at 290 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia 22747. The above-named applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties wishing to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the County Administrator, P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof. By: John W. McCarthy County Administrator 6-26,7-03-02 #438084 BOARD OF SUPERVISORS RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY, VIRGINIA PURSUANT to Section 170-129 of the Rappahannock County Code and Section 15.2-2204 of the 1950 Code of Virginia, as amended, notice is hereby given that the Board of Supervisors for Rappahannock County, Virginia, will hold a public hearing on Monday, August 5, 2002 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #02-06-01 Sunnyside Farms, LLC, owners of 61.2524 acres in Hampton District (Tax Map 20, Parcel 11 A, zoned ‘A'-Agricultural) desire a Special Exception permit to operate an educational facility and conference center. Uses allowed under Section 170-36B and 170-36D of the Rappahannock County Code. Additional standards in Sections 170-63B and C and 170-65N. Application is a modification of a previously tabled request and includes no overnight accommodations or public dining facilities. A COPY of the foregoing application is on file at the Zoning Office in Washington, Virginia, and is available for public inspection, Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM Said application will be presented to the Rappahannock County Planning Commission at their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 17, 2002 at 7:30 PM at the Rappahannock County Courthouse for such recommendation as the Commission may wish to make pursuant to Section 170-55, if any. The abovenamed applicant, adjacent property owners, and any other parties desiring to be heard should be present at said meeting or should address their written comments to the Board of Supervisors, c/o P.O. Box 519, Washington, Virginia 22747, in advance thereof., BY: John W. McCarthy Zoning Administrator 7-03, 7-10, 7-17-02 #439798 ARCHITECT Ver^ci Neumann & Partners, an acclaimed residential firm specializing in traditional design, is seeking an individual with 5+ years experience for the position of project architect to work in our Middleburg, VA office. Must possess strong design, detailing & organizational skills. Knowledge of wood frame construction & AutoCAD essential. Presentational skills are a plus. Very nice projects produced in a very nice country office atmosphere. Send facsimile of your resume to Mark at 540-687-3930 or email to mark@versacineumann.enTn SINGLE COPY SALES MANAGER for Circulation Department Fauquier Times Democrat Full-time Seeking organized, creative, and detailed oriented individual to manage single copy point of purchase operations and reporting requirements. This position requires excellent math, communications and analytical skills. You will build relationships with point of purchase sales locations and will work closely with vendors, carriers and the office management team. Occasional outside travel within the county is required. NORTHERN VIRGINIA Fax or e-mail resume to: 540-349-8676 jwhistler@timespapers.com CULPEPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Circulation Assistant Part-time Position #: 73162 Starting Pay Rate: $9.81 per hour This part-time position performs duties located at the circulation desk of the Culpeper County Public Library. Duties include, bur are not limited to, checking library materials in and out, collecting overdue fines, updating patron accounts, accepting hold requests and providing general assistance to library patrons. Must be familiar with computers, but the library will train on its own in-house system. Must have previous experience working with the public. Must have the ability to stand for hours and work with all ages. Hours may vary from week to week, but will include a basic schedule of 15 regular hours including one or more evenings, may also require Sunday and other hours as needed, so flexibility is a must. Position requires high school graduation or equivalent, supplemented by some experience working with the public. Position is open until filled, but it is requested that completed County applications be submitted along with resume and a listing of three professional references by the close of business on Friday, July 19, 2002: County of Culpeper Human Resources Department 302 North Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701 Fax: 540-727-3460 E-mail: staylor @co.culpeper.va.us EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Heritage Hardwoods is NOW HIRING for in it 's Marshall, VA, Hardwood Lumber & Moulding Mill. Positions available • SALES ESTIMATOR • PRODUCTION WOODWORKING/ MACHINERY OPERATOR All positions are full-time and have competitive salary paid vacation and holidays, health/dental insurance and profit sharing 4227 Whiting Rd Marshall, VA 800-222-3512 RENTAL COUNTER PERSON STOP COMMUTING and join Theros Equipment in New Baltimore, one of the area's fastest growing construction equipment rental suppliers is seeking a self-motivated, hard working rental person with a good attitude. Excellent salary, benefits, 401K, health, etc. Fax resume to 540-347-3963 or come by to complete application: 4597 Lee Highway, New Baltimore, 540-347-3291 Dependable. Accurate. Economical. Reliable. Reach. Fax. Your Legal Today 703-689-1278 i (Times Community Newspapers Northern Virginia CULPEPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY Children’s Associate Part-time Position #: 73166 Starting Minimum Salary: $11.71 per hour This part-time position works at the children’s desk and conducts storytimes for children ages 2-3, 3-5 or older. Primary responsibility will be children’s storytimes, but must be flexible and able to adapt and grow with the position and the responsibility. Children’s storytimes include books, fingerplays, crafts and other participatory activities. Position may require one evening per week, every other Saturday and will average approximately 10 hours per week. Must have experience working with children and the public. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree or higher. Preference will be given to those applicants with a combination of experience and education in children’s services. Position is open until filled, but it is requested that completed County applications must be submitted along with resume and a listing of three professional references by the close of business on Friday, July 19, 2002: County of Culpeper Human Resources Department 302 North Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701 Fax: 540-727-3460 E-mail: staylor@co.culpeper.va.us EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace COMMUNICATIONS OPERATOR Position #: 31408, 31409, 31413 Starting Salary Range: $22,325 to $26,790 Culpeper County has openings for full-time communications Operators to work in the Joint E911 Dispatch Center Under general supervision, the positions dispatch assignments to law enforcement and fire/rescue units using computer aided dispatch systems, radios and telephones. The positions will be assigned to twelve-hour shifts and may rotate on a monthly basis between day and night shifts. Successful applicants will be at least 18 years of age, high school graduates or holders of GED certificate, be available to work varied hours and shifts to include nights, weekends and holidays, and able to type at least 25 words per minute. Selected candidates must pass drug screens and comprehensive background investigation. Selected candidates must also be able to attend a training class in Fredericksburg for two weeks, Fluency in spoken and written English is required: bilingual ability in English and Spanish is considered a very major asset. While position remains open until filled, please send resume along with completed County application by the close of business on Friday, July 19, 2002: County of Culpeper Human Resources Department 302 North Main Street, Culpeper, VA 22701 Fax: 540-727-3460 E-mail: staylor@co.culpeper.va.us EOE/ADA/Drug Free Workplace Classified ADS WORK! Call Your Rep TODAY! 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Going through the motions By Father Jerry Pokorsky Special to the Rappahannock News The search for meaning in the daily routine can be elusive. People often lose interest in a job, even a marriage, and find themselves merely “going through the motions.” If this aimlessness is not addressed, it leads to bitterness and estrangement. Jobs and friendships are lost; marriages are destroyed. The same can be said about , the Mass. People often say they “get nothing out of the Mass.” The comment usually expresses frustration rather than a bitter complaint. In any case, it reveals a spiritual sickness that needs immediate attention. When the integrity of prayer breaks down, friendship with God deteriorates. Christ directs us to the solution when He exhorts us: “Go and learn the meaning of the words, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.”’ What is the connection between mercy and sacrifice? A sacrifice is an outward expression of obedience to God. A true sacrifice reflects, in a religious expression, a desire to please God in obedience through acts of mercy and generosity. Without obedience, there cannot be a true sacrifice. Without mercy, there cannot be true religion. The struggle to integrate sacrificial worship with generous and merciful hearts is a main theme of the Bible. In the Old Testament, the Law of Moses prescribed various sacrifices. Animal sacrifice was a bloody business. It is easy to imagine priests, over time, sim In Brief Hospice of the Rapidan kicks off raffle In the midst of the summer heat, Hospice of the Rapidan is looking forward to football season. Thanks to a generous sponsorship from Redskins fans and Hospice supporters Nancy Garrett and Ann Mattingly, Hospice of the Rapidan is once again raffling premium seats to Redskins games. ±wu winners in uie zuuz Redskins Ticket Raffle will get to pick their game prize package from a selection of home games. Proceeds from raffle ticket sales benefit Hospice’s Benevolent Care Fund. Raffle tickets are $5 each or $20 for a book of five and can be purchased by phoning or visiting the Hospice office in Mulberry Commons in Culpeper, 825-4840. The raffle drawing will be held Friday, .'Aug. 23 at the offices of Hospice of the Rapidan. Hospice of the Rapidan is a licensed, nonprofit hospice organization providing skilled jmedical care and support to terminally ill patients and their 'families in Rappahannock, Culpeper, Fauquier, Orange, Madison and surrounding counties. Summer trail rides series set The Rappahannock Hunt is once again sponsoring their summer trail ride series. The July trail rides will be held on Sunday, July 7 at Birmingham in Culpeper at 10 a.m. On Saturday, July 13 the ride will be at Kiser Farm, Sperryville at i 5 p.m. A picnic will follow this ride so please bring a dish. On Saturday, July 20 the ride will be held at Greenwood at Washington followed by a cook OUl. S' Please bring a dish. 7 The rides will be moderately paced with jumps optional. Light refreshments provided. Cost is $15 per rider. For inforjmation call Janet OKeefe, iMFH at 547-2993 or Barton Hitchcock at 825-6859. % | Tennis classes now forming 1 Instructional classes are beginning to form for beginner, intermediate and advanced/competition level teninis for adults and juniors with ’county resident, former national champion and international player, Hunt Harris. •4 In some classes, he will be ^assisted by former international women's pro tour player Valeria Richard. Classes will be at the Rappahannock County Park near Washington. They will last approximately an hour per session, either once or twice »per week, and the reasonably -priced fees for these special ^classes will vary depending ‘^ipon the numbers of participants and duration of classes. , Contact Hunt at 987-3366 «or 987-9061 or e-mail huntol ply going through the motions as they butchered the animals of sacrifice. It is also easy to imagine the people going through the motions of religious duty, forgetting that their sacrifices should express a true spirit of obedience. The multiple sacrifices of the Old Testament gave way to the perfect sacrifice of Christ on the Cross. The one sacrifice of Christ, expressing the “new and everlasting covenant,” rendered obsolete the sacrifices of the Old Law. Nevertheless, the horror of the Cross, in itself, has no meaning without mercy. It is the mercy of Christ — his love for sinners and His perfect obedience to the Father “unto death” — that gives the Cross meaning. Jesus on the Cross is truly the sacrificial “Lamb of God” who, with infinite mercy, takes away the sins of the world. In God’s providence, others were given the privilege to participate in the saving action of Christ. At the foot of the Cross, Mary joined her grief with the sufferings of Christ in an act of true compassion. The Cross became a sacrificial sign of her generous love and mercy as well. But not everyone at the foot of the Cross could make the same claim. The Roman soldiers, going through the motions of another day on the job, were indifferent to and contemptuous of the suffering of Christ. For them, the Cross was not a sign of sacrifice, but an indictment of their brutality. For us, the Cross can also be a sacrificial sign of our mercy or dragon@earthlink.net for additional information and to suggest preferred times and dates. Hunt is also interested in helping coordinate hitting or playing groups for community members and occasional guests who are looking for same-level hitting partners, especially intermediate and advanced levels. He would need to hit with a player to determine the level, and get contact information and schedule availability to establish hitting "lists". an indictment of our indifference and sinfulness. The Sacrifice of the Mass sacramentally “makes present" the one sacrifice of Christ. At every Mass, we enter into the sacred mysteries and we are present at the foot of the Cross. The Church, therefore, encourages an “active participation” in the celebration of the Mass that might be summed up in one word: attentiveness. Do we have a desire to participate generously and attentively at every Mass? Do we dismiss distractions as soon as possible? Do we allow the prayers of the Mass to provide a framework for a gentle return to prayerful recollection? The prayers and ritual of the Mass give us a choice. Will we join the soldiers at the foot of Cross, going through the motions of routine, in a spirit of indifference? Or will we join Mary, St. John and the holy women in the sacred drama of our redemption and salvation? Does our sacrificial worship truly reflect a spirit of mercy and generosity? Have we learned the meaning of the words, “I desire mercy, not sacrifice"? Father Pokorsky is the priest assigned to St. Peter’s Catholic Church in Washington. Real Estate Directory Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently at the Rappahannock Clerk’s Office on Gay Street in Washington. New Harvest Christian Fellowship and others to Faith Builders Inc., 7.851 acres, Jackson District. Living in Virginia & Rappahannock County Leeds Maser Fans, c. 1750- Stucco over stone manor home nicely situated on 150 acres in western Fauquier (Home ares). Built by Lord Fairfax and later owned and added onto by chief Justice John Marshall. Extensively renovated to its original splendor. Could be purchased with less acreage. Price upon request Fog* Monatiaa Fans- 75 acre* on Fogg Mtn 70 miles from D.C with elevation of 1200 ft. 4200 sf home with spectacular views to the Nottii, South and West All modem conveniences, elegant interiors, pool, horse bam, guest cottage and green house. Near Flint Hill and in the midst of Virginia's Hunt country. $1,490,000. Menrymead- Distinguished 5000 sfhome built to die highest standard. Kalian & Mexican tile, extensive wood moldings, hardwood floors, custom kitchen cabinets, top of the line appliances, windows and doors and large open public rooms with 10 to 12 foot ceilings. A detached three-car garage Gid Brown Hoik complements >w. $1,285,01 this home in the peaceful 0 Contact Justin H. Wiley (434) 817-0636 www.Carmandcstate.com Frank Hardy. Inc.. Realtoi FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS The Perfect Gift i Z UHUHStK/ € i; “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” | tells the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles 1 which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquicentennial year in 1 the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past J years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, J freemen and integration, mountain people and the park, The | Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, nat- 1 ural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The^collection of arti- | cles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and J cooperation of hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office or call 540-675-3338 for your copy “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 plus tax and $2.00 for postage $157,000. Kathleen A. Naier to Gay T. Wierdsma, 25.0290 acres, Jackson District. $357,000. Dewilton Brook Espenship and others to Stephen C. Bullock and wife, 24.6641 acres, Jackson District. $78,000. Sperryville Realty James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8088/office SCRABBLE ROAD- Two level home, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, porch, deck, outbuildings, 2 acres $145,000 James W. Leake, Broker 540-987-8236 sperryvillerlty’@aol. com Bud Corder . 540-675-3291 ® Brick Story and a Half Home on 30 acres 6 Bedrooms • 6.5 Baths Maple Floors £9Q8&0(J - $850,000 57 acres in Amissville area Mostly wooded site Old Farmhouse Great Location $224,900 Call Emily Henry Rainbow VIP/Long & Foster 800-523-8846 540-341-3528 ROY WHEELER REALTY COMPANY Off hr iNc. Piedmont Virginia's Finest Real Estate For Over Half a C'entt ry. Castleton - Creekwood is a fantastic country property for an executive's retreat! Two custom-designed homes surrounded by mature landscaping on 22.6 serene acres. The 4000 sq. ft. home is bright & sunny with a finished walkout lower level, numerous amenities, 2-car garage & detached workshop. The 2 BR/2 BA Cedar has numerous upgrades & is ideal for a guesthouse, rental or use as a home office! $749,000 Amissville - Located on a quiet country road Locust Grove is situated in the middle of 16 open/rolling acres. The 1820's tastefully renovated farmhouse offers new drilled well, new wiring, plumbing, standing seam roof, two new 2-zoned gas heating systems & beautiful wood work. Dependencies: an in-ground pool w/pool house, partially renovated smokehouse, a storage/workshop building. Additional acreage is available. $659,990 Flint Hill Office 540-675-7171 Jean Lillard 540-675-3670 ^ wwu’.roywheeler.cum • jeanlillard@mris.com Privacy at the Top of the World - 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 modem 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. New price: SI,285,000. Justin H. Wiley (434) 817-0636 Hardy. Inc., Reaito* FARM AND ESTATK DROKKRS Beautiful, secluded contemporary home on 34 acres in Rappahannock County. 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths, kitchen/dining room combo, large living room with brick fireplace. Master bedroom on main level with doors opening to back deck. Enjoy the beautiful mountain views from this large deck! $599,900 Quiet, brick farmette on 25 acres with 3 BR, 3 BA, extra large kitchen, fireplace in LR. Land is open, partially fenced, rock walls, small streams and Rappahannock River frontage. Good for cows, horses, chickens or other animals. $389,900 SAIVi SNEAD R r A L T V 12699 Lee Highway • Washington, VA 22747 Rappahannock Office: 540-987-9243 Amy Sloane Timbers: 540-987-8668 - Sam Snead: 540-987-9336 l