Rappahannock News, March 6, 2003

125th Year... No. 10 Phone (540) 675-3338 THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2003 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents §" x 3. m o TW 0*J O C2> 2>o ro <ss U1H «o .. \D SD a U! X X X X X X X X X J> c H o X X 0u 0 | **o U M ® c\ ro An afternoon to remember Reflections of Senator Eugene J. McCarthy By Richard Lyres Special to the Rappahannock News Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy, “Gene” to his friends, served in the U.S. Congress for 22 years, first as a congressman and later as a senator from Minnesota. He also ran four times for the presidency. After retiring from public life, he moved to Rappahannock County 25 years ago. Recently, he returned to Washington — not to work in the F 1 Photo courtesy of Richard Lykes Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy at interview in his Georgetown apartment. political trenches but to enjoy a slower life and reflect on his long and productive career as a congressman, senator, farmer, writer and poet. Now 86, he lives alone at The Georgetown, an elegant retirement residence in the heart of Georgetown, when he is not down here at his farm. Amidst his special mementos and a number of country folk art antiques from Rappahannock County, Sen. McCarthy graciously welcomes visitors and fellow residents alike into his circle of friends and admirers. “Richard, this is Gene McCarthy,” he announced modestly when I answered my phone early one recent morning. “I got your good note arid wanted to respond promptly. It made me homesick for Rappahannock County. Yes, I’d be delighted to meet with you. What about this afternoon at three?” At three o’clock sharp I arrived at the front desk of The Georgetown. They announced I was there and he asked that I be directed to his apartment. Sen. McCarthy cordially greeted me at the door and we sat down and chatted for two hours. He had been in the news recently: his latest book of essays on country life, “From Rappahannock County,” was the number one bestseller at the Old Sperryville Bookshop and he recently was featured in The Washington Post Sunday magazine. The senator’s one-bedroom suite is decorated with attractive furniture much of which was given to him by his daughter, Helen, as well as antiques and mementos from his political days in the spotlight as an outspoken opponent of the war in Vietnam. Around his favorite easy chair are stacks of books, some of his own and some by others that he is reading. Throughout his apartment there is a collection of country folk art, including wooden ducks, Canada geese in flight, pointing hunting dogs, and his piece de resistance — a mystery block of dark oak about four feet tall, with beautifbl grain and obvious patina from an older era. He asked me if I knew what this very unusual antique was. Not having ever seen anything like it, I said, “Maybe a chopping block because of its height and flat top?” Photo courtesy of Sen McCarthy Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy and Mollie, his Australian Shepherd, bask in the beauty of the countryside at his farm in Rappahannock County some years ago. “No,” he proudly pointed out, “it is a solid oak form for making horse P Photo courtesy of Sen. McCarthy President John F. Kennedy and Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy share a light moment together. This photo is one of the mementos on the walls of the senator’s Georgetown apartment. harnesses that I bought at an antique store in Little Washington years ago.” Sure enough, he showed me how a harness maker could measure a horse’s neck and then craft a harness that would be a perfect fit. This is a rare and unique piece of Americana that should be in the Smithsonian or in the collection of friend and fellow Woodville folk art collector Pete Cecere. Our first topic of conversation was about his much-loved Rappahannock County for which he has written at least three best-selling books. He said he rented a house for a time when he first came to the county 25 years ago but soon afterwards bought a country home near Woodville which he still owns. At this point he directed my attention to a block of wood on one of his library shelves and asked that I take a look at it. It was a model carved in wood of his See MCCARTHY, Page A3 RCHS varsity volleyball team is number two in state of Virginia By Amy Hitt Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Lady Panther varsity volleyball team is a champion to its fans even though it did not bring home the state title at the championship game on Saturday. The feet that the Lady Panthers made it to the state finals is a major accomplishment. It is the first time a team has reached this point in Rappahannock volleyball history. The Lady Panthers took the court in the Single A State Championship game on March 1 at Broadway High School against the Rye Cove High School Eagles from Southwest Virginia . The Panthers’ fens were set to cheer for their team, but the Rye Cove fans were phenomenal. With painted bodies and faces they never stopped .cheering or yelling throughout both matches. It seemed like a college basketball game. The first game was a nail biter. The two teams traded side-outs with neither team dominating. Rye Cove scored the first point of the game, with Rapp coming right back with a service ace from Rachel Sharp. Rye Cove got the serve back and they were ahead 5-1. Brittany Thornhill was up to serve and the Panthers had a rally to bring iiia naiai ii nimi n mi mu Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) the score 5-4. But Rye Cove was disciplined in their assault. They brought the score to 8-4. At this point Coach Mike Weir took a time out. The crowd was so loud it was deafening. The Panthers fought back and the score was 12-7. Then with Danielle Hiserman serving, Rapp was on the attack, and the score was tied 12-12. Rapp lost the serve. Rye Cove was persistent and they scored. We scored and it was tied 13-13. Rye Cove regained the serve and they won the first game 15-13. This game was the toughest I have seen Rapp play this season. The girls looked drained as they switched sides for the second game. The second game was not as close and the Panthers looked a little frustrated. Unable to hear each other call the ball, due to the intense Rye Cove crowd, the ladies were not in sync. The game started with Rye Cove taking a 6-0 lead. This was something the undefeated Lady Panthers had not seen all year. The Panthers finally scored two points, but to no avail. Rye Cove could taste the win and they beat the Panthers 15-3, to win the title. The Panthers had to play the Region A Champions, the Northumberland Indians, Friday night, Feb. 28 See SPORTS, Page A6 Photo courtesy of Amy Hitt Mike Tupper, assistant principal at RCHS, dressed from head to toe in school colors of blue and gold at state finals. ro Bank Road issue persists By Gerald Ochs Rappahannock News Writer Though the Rappahannock County Planning Commission had approved Bank Road with its Schoolhouse Road intersection at its meetiiig last month, the issue was raised again before the Board of Supervisors at its March 3 meeting Sheriff Larry Sherertz, . who spoke during the public comments portion of the meeting, said that he has continued to pursue Bank Road alternatives because of his concerns’ about public safety. In earlier remarks both in an interview with the Rappahannock News and at the Planning Commission hearing, he spoke of the potential conflict between traffic entering and leaving Bank Road at the proposed Schoolhouse Road intersection and school-related vehicular and pedestrian traffic. At the Board of Supervisors meeting, he said that he had asked Virginia Department of Transportation District Engineer Robert Moore about the possibility of creating a crossover to the Rappahannock National Bank's main commercial center entrance on Route 211 He said that Mr. Moore agreed that it might be possible to do so. The sheriff explained that the crossover would permit westbound Ro„u _■] traffic to turn left directly into the commercial center, in lieu of a cessing it through Schoolhouse Road, and that the crossover would thus eliminate the need for a Bank Road Schoolhouse Road intersection Sheriff Sherertz noted that Mr Moore agreed to speak .with VD< > i Resident Engineer David Cubbage about the possibility, after which Mr. Moore would inform the Sheriff about the results of-those discus sions. According to Sheriff Sherett/ Mr. Moore said that the crossow-i prospect would be enhanced if the Rappahannock National Bank ag reed to pay for crossover construction The Sheriffs comments l°d to comments from six others who had similar concerns about Bank Road Among those who spoke on 'he matter was Tom Junk, Chairman of the Planning Commission Mr Junk, who was one of the two commissioners who voted against the Bank Road plan in its 4-2 passage, reiterated his concerns about publicsafety, and suggested that the Boar d of Supervisors engage in a stud> to determine what i Route' hJ6 (Schoolhouse Roadi needs. He noted too that Rock. Mills Road traffic has increased due to the recycling center and the new VIX )f yard, and that the study should be done there as well. Stonewall-Hawthornc District Supervisor Boh Anderson said that he had spoken to the bank and that he thought that they might agree to the crossover. Hampton District Supervisor Bryant Lee volunteered to speak to •i See SUPERVISORS, Page A5 Sounds of music Nicole Espinola, 13, and Michelle Fegeas, 14, are top winners in the annual Bland Music Contest. , See Page B1. Oscar nominee, ‘Frida’ A movie on the life and work of Mexican artist Frida Kahlo shows at The Theater this Friday. See Page B1. Growing asparagus Joyce Abell, with her late husband Richard, tells how they grew this asparagus planted 19 years ago. See Page B2. S Springtime in Virginia Artist William Whiting's landscape is one pf three exhibits opening at Long View Gallery in Sperryville. See Page B2. H

Spring cleaning of county planned By Hunt Harris t*.« Rapcar^ur.-.- <* N«*. ^«s. Rappahannock Counts ntazens. there «aD be a spring m our fair realm. Grass and wiidlTowers wall once again snow. and so wall the trash that htte.rs our roadsides and cirv<:lth b&nxs C mzens are encouraged to t cus or. a thorough dean-up vT tr. once the snow has hnaiiy me;ted and remember * e have needed lots of eater teca the drought especcad;. along county roads. accessible streams and rivers and ader iong-time dump site? F amilies. r.eighbc rhoods. ■ school groups, church groups, existing and dormant adopt-aroad groups, businesses reclusive hippies, in-your-faceyear-rounders and once-m-awhilers. are ad asked to help m some way to participate in this 'spring cleaning* effort, which wall continue as long as citizens are interested through the month >i Apni Pot-luck cookout- foliowang a da;, or week of cleaning up along a shared area are encour aged. as art safely planned bonr.re and ciner -imiar gettccether activities which allow ::t getting ihmg? done whae having ran an a shared spirit of amnurun pr.de and wellbeing Roadside rcek-jr w£ be assisted b? ioca* ^ * 1. tmesis and otner ciean-un participants. and more difficult and ader dump site* w„. be given assistance art fc rthcomung Con tar. either County Clean-up Coordinator Hunt Ham- a: Ee-7-3366 the Ragged N1: -an :a: n Re sc- ur ct C enter office . email huntol.dragone earthlmk.net or call County Administrator John McCarthy? office at 675-3342 for further information or to report your intended clean-up location plan?. Some bags should be available upon request by contacting the local \T)OT representatives Dave Cubbage. by email DavidCubbageS Virginia DOT o rg or Ennis ’Penny' Jenkins, by email at EnrusJenkinsS VmgmuaDOT.org or bv phone at 67 .£3612. i •-Jl_,_i j k. \ P k >' AVOID THE IPS A.\D DO WA S OF BL'YIS’G OR SELU.SG Lc: m> : - > ear> : real r>uue expencr.vt heip >c*u when huv-ni or seihng >our home or iand toda>' ; f-'— . •*/-. *4;. W-“ O ;. k. u:. ■.cgi»c' ^ ■'■vH'r **au Si;rr>0!ic' L'.<m NO TRANSACTION FEES • • NO ADMINISTRATION FEES FREE MARKET EVALUATION • “1 r "niter into Spring , Blue Ridpe landscapes In one of /be regions most renowned artists William H. Whiting March 13 - April 21 Artist Reception Saturday, March 15 4:00- 7:00 p.m. lii'toni Mjm sirn ?. v;xrn villi. \ \ !'M"’ (i**! ilttirMi.tv through Motvl.iv I ucm1.iv .mil v\ i cir«-»*lav In appointment onh. S4n ’>* V; 2 l u\c-a l<»ng\ tcwgallcr. com Yes! 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Apnl 26. participants :n the 25th .Annual Fodderstack 10-K Race will run from Flint Hill to Washington. A bungled start for the race continues to be one of Rappahannock County-, most hallowed trait: ns and for this, the 25tr. running, we’ve brought . n muiti-media taient to assure true screw-up Channel 4 weatherman and j sometime Rappahannock resident B-.'b R% an will be the Master :f ' ’eremc rues and will -tart the race, and participate m 1 the award ceremonies for any While we need to brief Rob on the ins and outs of failing a -inpie affair nice a race -tart, we are' confident that we can have him in Rappahannock shape very shortly. We have had everything from a stalled starter’s vehicle to a misfiring starter's gun. 'a malfunctioning bull-horn, and a lost time-keeper to our credit, not to mention an unprovoked deer attack on the fender of the Sheriffs Office van a few years back. Most of the county governmental and volunteer brain trusts have combined to ensure that something truly stupid will set the tone for the race. While there are any number of participants who legitimately . compete for the $500 cash prize offered to the runner who bests the course record of 31:26 for men or 36:46 for women, the emphasis is on having a good Joh" McCarty time. The first, second and third place trophies crafted by local artisan Merrill Strange for males and females m each of now 12 categories also acts as something of an incentive — and perhaps the Eva Smith Memorial trophies to the first finishing Rappahannock County resident 'male and female■ also adds some fieetness of foot to a field which is otherwise rather short on attitude but long on heart. Really though, the bottom line is getting out and enjoying the first blush of spring or for the type-As among you. beating the daylights out of the losers, wanna-bes and never-weres In addition to the mug trophies. T-shirts and the cheers of the teeming millions lining the race course, for the third time we are offering drawings for gifts donated by local business es Local bed and breakfasts offer overnight accommodations for two and local restaurants offer lunches, dinners and branches You must be present at the awards ceremony to win these prizes: besides, scalpers offer little for unwanted seating in the Little Washington Olympic Arena. The race runs from the Flint Hill Packing Shed down Route 522 to a right turn onto Fodderstack Road Look for the State Trooper: don't ran into him. he's armed ■. Continue winding down Fodderstack Road where some helpful local resident- will keep you from wandering off the course, hint: if the only other runners you see are four-legged, have ear tags and an expression that says "Love me. I am a Hamburger." you're off-course, unless you are a member of the Future Farmers of America. At several , points. Girl Scouts will be passing out water ■ or water to those passing out >, and the rescue squad will be perched on Lee's Hill for the faint of heart, short of breath and imminent of death. Don't worry, you’ll be on the home stretch then, and it's almost all downhill from there. One of our fine Sheriff s Deputy's will turn you left in Washington, and you'll go nght to the courthouse on Gay Street and a big finish where the spectators will cheer you to the rooftops which as you probably know aren't all that high so this isn't saying much <. Bus service begins from Washington to Flint Hill at 8:4-5 a m .with another at 9 20 a m Registration in Flint Hill at the Volunteer Fire Department fairgrounds starts at 8:30 a m. and runs until 9:30 a m in time for the race's start at 10 a m. Pre-registration 'postmarked bv April 21 to TO Box 124. Flint Hill, Va 22627; is $20, and $25 on the day of the race There is a break for families of three or more registering together 'fee is $15;. For the first time, running clubs or track teams of five or more 'pre-registering together> can register for $18 per person. Both family and group registrations must be pre-registered. Look for the race registration form linked on the Community Calendar tand elsewhere' at http://www.rapplmks.com. This year, the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company is hosting a Country Festival on the Fair Grounds from 1 to 4 p.m., which will include both a juried art show and a crafts festival. „ Local artisans and craftspeople will have displays and there will be food, merchandise, bluegrass music and fun. So a good time will be had by all. and we urge you to come out and run, walk, crawl or roll the race. Failing that, come out and enjoy the day by cheering the runners and attending the awards ceremony on the courthouse steps, which should go off about 12:30 p.m. Virginia Psychiatric Medicine 1100 Sunset Lane. 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McCarthy From Page A1 Woodville farm home, beautifully hand-painted to capture his home as it really looks, much like a Scottish highlands cottage with peaked roofs, window boxes and shrubs, multi-paned windows, and various additions. He said he still goes out to the farm as time permits but finds it increasingly difficult to live alone. He also gets tired of5 his own cooking. Asked what would have happened had he been elected president, Sen. McCarthy said that it wasn't to be, especially after Bobby Kennedy entered the fray. He did volunteer that the “tone” of government and the presidency would have been much different had Adlai Stevenson been elected president. Sen. McCarthy has fond memories of President John Kennedy. He showed me a montage of large photographs taken at the White House of President Kennedy and himself sharing some lighter moments together. The presidency and the foibles and strange “projects” of many of its occupants are especially intriguing to the senator who has time to reflect on these things. A case in point is “how to employ ex-presidents so they don’t have to work for Disneyland or make speeches to religious organizations in foreign countries for honorariums.” This led to a discussion of one unusual pet project of President Richard Nixon’s, and other presidents as well: how to control or eradicate pigeons and starlings from public buildings. Sen. McCarthy noted that during Nixon’s first inaugural parade, pigeons flew by and left unwanted calling cards on marchers and viewers alike. So for Nixon’s second inaugural, the General Services Administration came up with the idea to put some residue on the branches of trees and edges of buildings to keep the birds away. Unfortunately, the birds liked the taste of whatever they put out but it also made them sick. So instead of staying away, pigeons and other birds got sick and fell out of the sky onto the second inaugural parade. Complete Line of Snow Chains for... Rosson Troilo Brandy Station, VA 540-825-3722 Photo courtesy of Richard Lykes Sen. Eugene J. McCarthy looks at a framed display on his wall of photos of President John F. Kennedy taken with him. Other presidents also looked into this problem but never solved it. Presidents get “hooked on ideas,” he observed, and want to have the country adopt them. Fortunately, most of these “ideas” never get off the ground. Sen.' McCarthy remembered with special amusement the idea put forward by President Jimmy Carter to “strengthen family ties” by providing a “rebate” on stamps. A letter to a close family member (like a father or mother or child) would be worth say a 37-cent rebate and a letter to other family members maybe only 25 cents. This “schedule” of rebates would have been applied at the post office with each letter mailed. Fortunately this brainstorm was never more fully explored or adopted. The conversation shifted as the senator got out of his chair to show me one very special memento on his wall. As he points to it, there is sadness on his face. It is a Bronze Star Medal of Valor awarded to an American soldier serving in Vietnam who became disenchanted with the war as it progressed. The young man gave the medal to Sen. McCarthy with a letter, both of which are framed in a velvet-covered box on the wall. Written by hand on a Vietnamese rice card in vibrant colors, with scratch outs and imperfect grammar, the letter said: “Dear Sir, I am returning this Medal of Valor that I was awarded as an American soldier here in Vietnam because I. cannot in good conscience keep it. I have witnessed terrible things here as a soldier — of our soldiers killing maiming, hurting men, women and children who were not combatants in this war. It would be hypocritical of me to keep it, so I Carolyn S. 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Thank you for your principled stand against this terrible war.” Not surprisingly because of his interest in war and peace, another project that this elder statesman and scholar is considering is writing on war and democracy and the problems that relationship creates. He is especially intrigued by the writings on this subject of Alexis de Tocqueville, the renowned 19th century French philosopher who so much admired America. De Tocqueville’s comments in his 1835 book (“Democracy in America”) still resonate today: “I confess that in America I saw more than America; I sought the image of democracy itself, with its inclinations, its character, its prejudices, and its passions, in order to learn what we have to fear or hope from its progress.” Sen. McCarthy’s concern is that “the bigger the military organization you have, the easier it is for it to become a power unto itself, setting up its own organizations just as Eisenhower warned us against” — military-industrial factories, hospitals, stores, educational institutions, and even its own foreign policy apparatus. In regard to our “homeland security” challenges, he observed that terrorists are LOOKING TO DIVERSIFY YOUR FIXED INCOME portfolio: If you own other classes of fixed income investments this may he the right time to add Collateralized Mortgage Obligations (CMOs) to your investment portfolio. 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Not Rank Guaranteed never going to change our country very much — it is we who are going to be responsible for changes that we don’t like. “Everybody is now investigating everybody else,” he said. “The Congress is investigating the FBI, the FBI is investigating the Congress, and the CIA, Justice, and the Department of Defense, are investigating everybody else.” • As the interview was drawing to a close, he told how he looks forward to receiving the Rappahannock News every week and is considering putting some of his thoughts in a column for the paper. I gave Sen. McCarthy several items that I thought he’d find interesting: some current political comments I had enjoyed and copied from Rappnet and Rapplinks regarding the ongoing debate about the impending war in Iraq, a joke which I knew would bring a smile to his face (and it did), and a group of pictures I had taken recently of various places in Rappahannock County. He particularly liked the pictures and as we both reflected on life in the county, he showed me a small album of his own pictures at his farm. One showed him skating gracefully and with great gusto across the ice of his pond. As Sen. McCarthy walked me to the door saying, “We must do this again sometime,” I thought his skating on the pond may be only pleasant memories now. But his mind seemed us sharp as the blades I saw him on in the, photo as he keeps up with current events and is not afraid, with his outspoken political comments, to express his views. Our community of inter ests just happened to coin cide — his “nostalgia” for Rappahannock County and an opportunity for me to spend time reminiscing with a wise, elder statesman, who was a political idol to millions of young people in the 60s and 70s. It was an afternoon to remember. Spring Farm and Equipment Aflctton Saturday - March 29,2003 • 10:00 a ju. 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The purpose of the mass meeting is to elect up to 65 (sixty-five) delegates and 65 (sixty-five) alternates to the 26th District State Senatorial District Convention to be held on Saturday, May 17, 2003 in the Broadway High School Gymnasium, Broadway, VA or at its alternate site, starting at 10:00 a.m. local time on Saturday, May 17, 2003 for the purposes of nominating a Republican Candidate for the 26th State Senate District in the November general election; and for the transaction of such other business as may properly come before the Mass Meeting. All legal and qualified voters of Rappahannock County, under the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia regardless of race, religion, national origin or sex, who are in accord with the principles of the Republican Party and who, if requested, express in open meeting either orally or in writing as may be required, their intent4ent to support all of its nominees for public office in the ensuing election, may participate as members of the Republican Party of Virginia in its Mass Meeting, party canvasses, conventions or primaries encompassing their respective election districts. Anyone desiring to become a delegate is required to send such notice in writing (include your name, address and phone number) to Walter Longyear, PO Box 124, 636 Mt. Salem Ave., Washington, VA 22747-0124. Such notice must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. o March 17, 2003. There is no regfetration fee for the Mass Meeting. A voluntary fee of $5.00 is requested of each delegate and alternate delegate to the Convention. Political contributions are not tax-deductible. Each candidate for the Republican nomination for Sate Senate must state his or her intention to seek the nomination by filing a written statement with the 26th District Chairman, Todd Gilbert, 118 West Court Street,Woodstock, VA 22664 and must be received not later than 5:00 p.m. on April 11th, 2003. Postmarks will not govern. There will be no nominations from the floor unless no candidate has pre-filed. Candidates must include a $500 filing fee payable to the 26th Senate District Republican Committee. Authorized by the Rappahannock County Republican Committee.

--ftappabannocfe i2etosEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Wednesday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Barbara C. Wayland, Executive Editor and General Manager Mary Ann Kuhn, Managing Editor Peter W. Arundel, President John T. Toler Executive Vice President To Subscribe Phone (540) 675-3338 BY MAIL: $21 a year in Rappahannock County $27 a year elsewhere in the United States Back Copies: Recent 2 months-, 50 cents Older copies to 1960, $5 (as available) Office: Rappahannock News Building. Washington. Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: RappNews@timespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m.. Monday-Friday Member. Audit Bureau of Circulations ^ www.timescommunity.com THURSDAY, MARCH 6, 2003 Our View Icon We are privileged this week to share with our readers an article and photos about former Senator Eugene J. McCarthy, a man that Rappahannock County is proud to call one of its own. Senator McCarthy’s accomplishments outside of our county are great, and well known. The fact that many years ago he chose Rappahannock County for his haven has been a mutually rewarding experience for all of us. Not content just to use Rappahannock as a place to “get away from it all,” Senator McCarthy has embraced life here as few others have done. His writings celebrating Rappahannock show a special sensitivity to the mountains and our people, providing both information and insights to his readers. In between his comings-and-goings over the years, Senator McCarthy has made many friends here. Many of those who came of age during the Vietnam War especially admire him for what he stood for, and wonder what might have been, had he been elected President. For those and others around the nation, Senator McCarthy remains an icon. For us in Rappahannock, he’s our friend and neighbor too. Mail delivery in the snow If the past two weeks had not been difficult enough for mail delivery, carriers were then treated to Ms. Sollinger's article in the Rappahannock News regarding delivery in Rappahannock. I’m one of three carriers working out of the Boston Post Office. We have a combined 56 years of experience among us. We deliver to an estimated 500 boxes located in Boston, Castleton and Woodville. Having never met Ms. Sollinger we were curious as to where her information came from. The snow paths she writes of have been few and far between but certainly not banned by our post office. Our instruction has been to deliver to boxes if we feel we can do it without injury or accident. We’ve used our personally owned vehicles to try to break paths into the boxes. We have also left our vehicles to wade knee deep in the snow to get to boxes. It’s not unusual to see the prior days mail unremoved. Imagine doing this several hundred times a day six days a week. Our postmaster even went out and shoveled the mailbox of an elderly lady who called and said she could not. At the end of the day we are accountable for the number of boxes missed. An external audit report was prepared for customer delivery results in the Northern Virginia region. This includes our routes mentioned above as well as Sperryville and Washington. On Tuesday Feb. 18, we were at 85 c/<, on Feb. 19, 960 and Feb. 20, it was 99CA. I know of no mail returned to our individual office during the week of the Feb. 24. Are my health insurance benefits and employment endangered by getting out of my vehicle to deliver mail? No, as a contract carrier I have no insurance benefits. I also don’t get overtime pay. Considering the difficulty of finding substitutes it would appear not many want this job. Perhaps Ms. Sollinger would like to submit an application. Finally I’d like to thank the people who took the time to clear the areas to their boxes. We very much appreciate your effort. It’s not in vain. Misty Hitt Woodville ‘Good Samaritans’ clear snow Many thanks to Steve Critzer, Robin Kevis, Ralph Gheen and other Good Samaritans who cleared storm drains, dug out fire hydrants, and generally helped the Town of Washington cope with last month’s snowstorms. We all appreciate your efforts and the community spirit that they demonstrate! Jean Goodine Washington How one person can make a difference People still need hospitals, emergency rooms and ongoing care as inpatients when there is a major snowstorm. The challenge for Culpeper Regional Hospital healthcare providers was to get them to the hospital during the recent winter storm. We put the call over the airways requesting drivers with four-wheel vehicles. Many of you responded immediately and willingly. Tb the volunteer drivers who safely brought in healthcare workers from Charlottesville, Culpeper, Fauquier, Fredericksburg, Madison, Orange, Rappahannock and beyond, we thank you. Dr. Beu AHen told us another story, about a snowplow driver with the Town of Culpepef, DavidJeffries. Dr. Allen was scheduled to an arthroscopic knee procedure and a hip replacement. He needed an anesthesiologist. As he attempted to reach Dr Susan Wilcox, he knew the snow was bigger than his vehicle s capability. He saw David Jeffries snowplowing near the Culpeper Holiday Inn. Tbgether they called for permission to get her Dr. Allen jumped aboard the big plow truck and off they went. As Dr. Wilcox walked through the snow banks, they plowed towards her and she got on board. Yes, David, you made a prot found difference. On behalf of Culpeper Regional Hospital, we thank all the Good Samaritans! Culpeper Regional Hospital Rappahannock Today Rappahannock County High School culinary students learn how to prep foods, thanks to a grant last year by Headwaters to culinary arts teacher Mary Arthur to expand culinary education. This year Headwaters gave funding to biology teacher Patti Waddell for supplies to develop a butterfly garden in the greenhouse; to Melissa Jenkins at the elementary school to purchase math manipulatives to help students better understand math; to Carol Johnson to develop a Parent Information Center and to reading teacher Sunshine Keeney for her Building Successful Readers project. Headwaters thanks the donors who make these awards possible and encourages county residents to attend a Town Meeting on Education on March 20 at the high school. Photo courtesy of Headwaters Letters To publicly demonstrate is ‘our duty and our right’ I read the editorials every week and I write a response in my head, or I just say hohum, same old, and get on with my work as an artist. But I am also a citizen of the United States of America and one of my responsibilities, one of my rights and duties, is to engage in political discussion. So I must respond to . Elizabeth Whetzel’s Feb. 27 editorial in this newspaper as I hope many other readers do and someone far more eloquent than I will also respond and set some facts straight. Ms. Whetzel states, “Being a participant in a demonstration is a privilege, not a right.” Article 1 of the Bill of Rights of the U. S. Constitution states, “Congress shall make no law. . . abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press, or the right of the people peaceably to assemble and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances.” I knew the “right to assemble” was in there somewhere and I took the time to look up the Constitution in order to set Ms. Whetzel straight. It is our duty and our right as U. S. citizens to assemble, publicly demonstrate and voice our various opinions. But what is most distressing to me is Ms.Whetzel’s fearful view of American history, both recent and past. She believes there is a “guiding organization, with a hidden agenda” surrounding the recent world anti-war demonstrations. Her assumption that all those millions of citizens in the U.S. who want to voice their opinions are “gullible, misguided, uninformed, or adolescent,” is both demeaning and unfounded. I find her support of the McCarthyism era during the 1950’s when Hollywood personalities, as well as citizens of the United States, were both persecuted and denied protection under Constitutional law, as very worrisome. The demonstration in New York was legally authorized. Are you saying, you do not want them to exercise their Constitutional rights? It is not a question of being invited or not. That authorization to me, means invitation. When that “authorization'’ is no longer given, is when we all should become very concerned. “How many years does it take to try to let peace work?” The U.S. supported Iraq during and after the Iran-Iraq War both with bank credits and technology. One decade they were our ally and another our enemy. When have we, or for that matter, has anyone really tried to let “peace" work? Middle East politics has been a convoluted attempt at maintaining the preferred power structure. This process is far more difficult than I can follow, but I sure don’t see this process as trying to “let peace work.” The unelected Hollywood personalities have more money, power and fame to speak out than you, or I, Ms. Whetzel. We do what we can do by speaking out on these pages of The Rappahannock News, by speaking out with our friends, by demonstrating, all of those rights, so wisely instituted by our founding forefathers. Jeanne Drevas Sperryville Look who’s behind ‘anti-American’ peace rallies It has been interesting to read about the anti-war peace rallies. We must take a closer look at who and what is really behind these anti-American, anti-Semitic peace galas. The largest of the organizers is International ANSWER (Act Now to Stop War and End Racism) which is an outgrowth of a San Francisco group called the International Action Center. Both are allied with the Marxist-Leninist-Stalinist Workers World Party. While the media portrayed these rallies as a gathering of mainstream Americans, speaker after speaker condemned the United States with the old, almost quaint Communist rhetoric: "revolution,” "struggle," "oppressed peoples," "liberation," and "imperialism." Other groups supporting this 1960s style bonhomous gathering included United for Peace and Justice, and Not In Our Name (NION) which was created last March by a group of radical left-wing activists from such august groups as the Revolutionary Communist Party, the International League of Peoples’ Struggle, the Maoist Revolutionary Party, and Refuse and Resist! NION’s fund raising arm is the Bill of Rights Foundation (BRF). According to the IRS, almost every dollar raised by BRF over several years has gone to the legal defense of Mumia Abu-Jamal, the convicted Philadelphia copkiller. For additional fundraising, NION turned to the Interreligious Foundation for Community Organization (IFCO) which until recently, bankrolled the National Coalition to Protect Political Freedom (NCPPF). The NCPPF says its function is to oppose the use of secret evidence in terrorism prosecutions in the United States, And guess what? Last month, NCPPF's past president and current board member Dr. Sami Al-Arian, a former professor at the University of South Florida, was indicted on 50 counts, including being a top leader of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad terrorist organization, as well as conspiracy to kill and maim people abroad. That should give us a slight idea of who is behind these peace festivals. On Feb. 18, the all benevolent Saddam Hussein said in an interview: "Time is in our favor, and we have to buy more time hoping the U.S. war effort would disintegrate because of the pressure of public opinion on American streets." Where are the signs, chants, and banners decrying the torture and incomprehensible brutality of the Iraqi regime? Sometimes I wonder if the peaceniks have forgotten that Sept. 11 ever happened. On that morning, I was working on a flight that left Chicago at the exact time the unimaginable was unfolding in New York. I am a steward for United Airlines. It was not until we swooped down to Omaha on a 777 that we learned that 12 of my flying partners and four of our pilots had been murdered by the Islamofascists. The savagery visited upon my friends and thousands of U.S. citizens that morning was brutal and sickening. But where is the outcry and rage against Saddam? This very day, thousands of brave and valiant citizens are either on their way to the Gulf or already there. Saddam's Gotterdammerung is only weeks away. Webster's defines Gotterdammerung as the collapse of a regime marked by catastrophic violence and disorder. Richard Wagner wrote it well in a battle cry from the Gotterdammerung (1876). So as we send our nation's best into battle we join the chorus: "To Arms! Tb Arms! All take up your weapons, good weapons! Strong weapons, sharpened for battle! There is danger! Danger! Woe! Woe!" And to the long suffering, dear people of Iraq; your freedom draweth nigh. God bless our president, his counselors and our noble troops. Paul Hagstrom Washington Concern for the children of Rappahannock County I have written several letters of concern over the past few years on such important county issues as paid fire and EMS. But these issues pale in light of my concern for the children of our county. I have had children in the Rappahannock public schools since 1999.1 see a severe lack of funding in all areas of the public school system. While we brag about the beauty of our countryside and fight the urban sprawl, we neglect the basic needs of our children. The water is disgusting, the facilities are extremely hot in the summer, the electricity is insufficient for air conditioning and computer upgrades (when we get upgrades it is through generous groups like Headwaters apd the PTO), teacher pay is low, and now the bank road. I continue to be amazed that the people of Rappahannock County believe they live in a democracy. One needs only to read last weeks Rappahannock News to see that all who spoke about the access road were opposed, yet the planning commission voted in favor 4-2. We need to read the handwriting on the wall. Our county is run hot as a democracy, but by the people with the money. It is a little known fact that the rich want the schools to be poorly funded so they can keep their money and send their children to private schools. If this seems harsh ask John McCarthy where his children are going to school this year. He pulled his children out of the Rappahannock schools so commercial traffic running through the school bus drop off road doesn't personally affect him. As a parent with a child who will be entering the high school next year I have great concerns. My solution was to tour the school during the day to see what really goes on there. During the change of classes I saw two fights, many excessive displays of affection (making out in comers, students on the floor) and a disregard for getting to classes on time. Their AP pass rate is extremely low and the guidance counselor couldn't give me figures on how many seniors went on to college last year. Honestly the experience made me sick to my stomach and convinced me that any child should not go there. I also saw that the eighth grade is not really separated from the high schoolers as one is led to believe. I have experienced many wonderful teachers, administrators and volunteers with a commitment for the children. Unfortunately some have also pulled their children out of public schools. I'd be a fool to think things I are going to change soon to benefit my children. I am left with difficult choices as I pray and try to decide what's best. I ask those whose choices affect our children to ask themselves if they are acting in {heir best interests. The children are our future. If they are poorly educated, we will have a poor future. Cathy Switzer Chester Gap l Photo courtesy of Cecil E Baldwin OUT OF THE ATTIC: In this photograph taken 50 years ago are members of the Washington Fire and Rescue Squad standing in front of an ambulance. They are from left to right: Jimmy Wayland of Sperryville, William Burke of Centreville, Tommy Wayland of Washington and the late Frank Huff of Flint Hill. » <

Music Honor Society U-__iUL-JHEIHH Photo courtesy ot Cheryl Taylor The Tri-M Music Honor Society members have been busy planning fundraisers and becoming leaders in the Rappahannock High School band. Front row left to right: Brian Taylor, Erica Hilscher, Nicole Hess, Ginger Dennis. Middle Row: Brittany Bradley, Emily Hilscher, Kayla Hill, Mattie Nawroki. Back Row: Frances Monore, Ashley Lamma, Patrick Treanor, Andrew Treanor, Jessica Estes and Allison Antony. Missing from photo is Ben Verrill. The Band Stand By Cecelia Dennis Special to the Rappahannock News The band is selling azaleas for its spring fundraiser until April 12. Who can think of a better way to beautify yards and gardens and help support the band The azaleas are locally grown from Long Mountain Nursery in Washington. There are many varieties to choose. Order forms may be obtained from band members and booster members or be picked up at the following locations: Sperryville Comer Store, Quickie Mart, Country Cafe, county library, Mayhughs in Amissville, the kiosk outside the Washington Post Office, the high school, school board office and elementary school. We send along a big thank you to the coaches, Mr. Mello and Mr. Armstrong for all their support of the Pep Band, assisting with set-up and asking the band to do the honor of playing the National Anthem. We also appreciate the parents of our band students who took the time to bring their children to perform at these games. We look forward to doing more next basketball season. For parents of band students in elementary school, please remember to send one item for an upcoming yard sale, except clothing. Items may be left at the elementary school’s main office. Marriages Announced The following marriage licenses were issued recently by the Rappahannock County Circuit Clerk’s Office: Chad Brannon Broderick, 27, of Sperryville and Ursula Rosa Talledo, 19, of Centreville, Va., on Feb. 10. Jack Daniel Merritt, 28, of Rixeyville and Dana Lynn Hitt, 35, of Castleton on Feb. 14. David H. Bononi, 57, of Springfield, 111. and Jan Patrice Squires, 52, of Springfield, 111. on Feb. 19. in 7i i m—km 9-tighest Trices Taid! Crocks, (Pitchers, Hugs, T.tc. $40-338-2319 T High school band students may leave their yard sale items at the high school band room. The band now has a website, along with the school news. For the elementary school: www. myschoolonline.com/va/rces. For the high school go to: www.myschoolonline.com/va/rc hs. Supervisors From Page A1 bank Executive Vice President and CEO Michael Leake to provide him with the VDOT comments and contacts. Wakefield District Supervisor Roger Welch said. "It's a rare opportunity fi an opportunity for a compromise Fire and rescue budgets Rick Wood, chairman of the Fire Levy Board, presented the board s proposed budget for the next fiscal year. County Administrator John McCarthy explained that this budget input came as a result of discussions at last months Board of Supervisors meeting at w’hich local fire and rescue promoted the idea of up-front budgeting in lieu of the current practice of repaying fire and rescue companies for expenditures through the fire levy payment process. Mr. McCarthy noted that he did not think that there was adequate time to change the procedure for this budget cycle. He also pointed out that his review fVio Knrlrrnf onKmicoinn Lilt L 3UU1UI5MUU "raises the issue of better use of dollars by one company over another and the prospect of funding some (companies) and not others." Fire and rescue representatives, including Mr. Wood, J. C. Carter, Monica Wood, and Richie Burke, discussed fire and rescue company challenges, budgets and the possibility of company consolidation in the near future. Board of Supervisors Chairman Pete Estes thanked them for their input, and Mr. McCarthy noted that the fire and rescue budget would be aired FREE INSPECTION Protect your home. Protect your home, family and pets against termites, fleas, ticks and other pests. 540-829-0000 [ www.PermaTreat.com Permanently. PerhaTreat nc JUL PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL during the hearing on the draft county budget that he expected would be held on Apnl 15 RLEP program plans Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection <RLEPi President Bob Lander and member Jim Gannon provided the board with information on RLEP's plans for the coming year. Mr. Lander said that the organization's theme for 2003 is preserving our treasures' and. through a senes of programs and workshops, is endeavoring . . to help us all understand what we have and.why we should take the necessary steps to presene it for future generations. Mr. Gannon noted that the first of the upcoming programs would be Farmhouses and Other Treasures of Rappahannock County. This program, he said, was scheduled for April 6, from 2 to 4 p m., at the Trinity Episcopal Church, and would feature a talk and slide show by Henry Glassie. a noted national authority on vernacular architecture ...."' Other programs planned for the year include: The Watershed We Live In in July, Rural Rustic Roads in September, and Residential and Commercial Development in October or November. Other activities In other Board of Supervisors activities: • The Board passed resolutions honor ing Dr. Werner Krebser for his 22 years ot service on the Planning Commission, and thanking Donald Brown. 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Trophies given to Junior Panthers basketball team WINTER BANQUET: The Junior Panthers boys’ basketball team received trophies from Coach Rhonda Jenkins (back row) at its Winter Banquet on March 2. Front row left to right: Sean Porter, Irving Smith, Chase Tupper, Travis Jenkins and Carlos Flores. Middle Row: Dean Hogan, Daniel Rollins. L. B. Settle, Steve Butler, Wade Norman. Back Row: Charles Crawford, Will Boelte and Lee Nicholson. Photo courtesy of Amy Hitt Bafffl by schoolwork? d Kim Raines Warrenton Middle School Teacher Chatham Thomas Fauquier High Schoi Senior i >1 Testimonial: AbBev Achievement Center helped me improve mv math SAT by TO points. Now I am looking forward to going to the college of my choice, due to my improved score." - Chatham Thomas. 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Congratulations team for a job well done! Fr.oto courtesy of Scratch Clanagan Sports From Page A1 in order to get to the big show the next day. They were awesome in the two games against the Indians. The first game was what we usually see with the Panthers — Rachel Sharp’s dominating kills, Ryisna Cook’s steady serves and Lara Kreyling’s perfect sets. The Lady Panthers took the first game 15-7. The second game, however was a little tougher. Northumberland fans were on the warpath and they wanted a win. The side-outs were numerous and the score was tight throughout the game. The Panthers would not be denied and they dug in and out played the Indians. The scoring was a little at a time; nei THE OLD HABIT "Snowout Blowout" ,a31 60% OFF Storewide Sale Friday, March 7th - Sunday March 9th Sheepskin Pads. Riding Jackets. Dressage Coats & Breeches. Field Boots & Assted Show Shirts. Tweed Coats, Stock Ties. 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— * " > ' ' « > ■ „ '> ^A& Axn V Obituaries 44 Almeda H. Armentrout Born in Washington Almeda Hudson “Sarah” Armentrout, 102, who was bom in Washington, Va. died of pneumonia Feb. 13 at Washington Adventist Hospital in Takoma Park. She was a retired coowner of a domestic services employment agency and mother of two Hyattsville mayors. Mrs. Armentrout, a Hyattsville resident, was the mother of Mayor Robert W. Armentrout and the late Charles L. Armentrout Jr., mayor from 1967 to 1975. Mrs. Armentrout was bom on a farm near Washington. She moved to the District in 1922 and began working as a clerk for the Ladies Exchange Employment Bureau, which arranged maid services to embassies. She eventually became its co-owner and helped manage the business until it closed in 1976. She served as a consultant to an employment service in Montgomery County until her retirement in the late 1980s. Mrs. Armentrout was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star for more than 50 years and a member of First Baptist Church of Hyattsville. Her husband, Charles Lewis Armentrout Sr., died in 1953. A son, Charles Jr., died in 1990. In addition to her son Robert, survivors include six grandchildren and 10 greatgrandchildren. Estel H. Ashby Family in Amissville Estel Harrison Ashby, 78, of Alexandria, died on Feb. 24 at INOVA Alexandria Hospital. He is the son of the late Arthur and Mary Ashby. Mr. Ashby retired after 35 years of service at Fruit Growers Express Railroad. He was a member of American Legion Post #24 and the Moose Lodge in Alexandria. Mr. Ashby was preceded in death by his wife, Ercelle Fay Ashby. Mr. Ashby is survived by his son, Roger S. Ashby of Amissville, two sisters, Margie Wilson and Dale Olinger of Marshall and four grandchildren. The family received friends on Feb. 28 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton. A funeral was held on March 1 at Moser Funeral Home in Warrenton. Burial was at Orlean Cemetery in Orlean. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Legion Post #24, 400 Cameron St., Alexandria, Va. 22304. Blanche Herbert Born in Rappahannock Blanche Campbell Herbert, 83, of Culpeper died Feb. 12 at Culpeper Regional Hospital. She was born Jan. 28,1920 in Rappahannock County to the late John Amon Campbell and Blanche Jenkins Campbell. Mrs. Herbert worked for J.J. Newberry’s for a number of years. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Hammond Herbert Jr., and one brother, Irvin Campbell. She is survived by two daughters, Shirley Ott of Remington; and Kay Haynes of Culpeper, three grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Also surviving is a beloved friend, Lee Cornell of Culpeper. A graveside service was held Feb. 15 at Fairview Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Reva Volunteer Fire and Rescue, General Delivery, Reva Va. 22735 or the Richardsville Volunteer Fire and Rescue, 29361 Eleys Ford Road, Richardsville Va. 22736. Call 540-675-3349 with your news tips. Found and Sons in Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Florence Jenkins Born in Rappahannock Florence Atkins Jenkins, 61, of Culpeper, a loving wife, mother, and friend, died Saturday, March 1 at University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville. She was born March 25, 1941 in Rappahannock to the late Virgil Jackson Atkins and Leacie Blanche Atkins. Mrs. Jenkins retired from Bell Atlantic in Fairfax after 33 years of service. She continued working part-time at the State Police Headquarters in Culpeper. She was a member of the Pioneers Club and a homemaker. Mrs. Jenkins enjoyed spending time with her husband, children and grandchildren and had a special interest in antiques and crafts. She was the manager of the Culpeper Shops and worked at the Minute Man Mini Mall. Mrs Jenkins is survived by her husband, W. Garfield Jenkins, two sons, William Virgil Jenkins of Culpeper, and Christopher Alan Jenkins and his wife, Angela, of Madison. Additional survivors include four grandchildren, Kemper Thomas Jenkins and Claudia Elizabeth Jenkins, both of Brunswick, Md. and Alexis Kaitlin Hodge and Christopher Matthew Hodge, both of Madison. She is also survived by q number of nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Jenkins is preceded in death by three sisters, Aldeen Crawford, Kathleen Beahm and Reba Settle. A funeral service was held on March 5 and interment was at the Fairview Cemetery. Found and Sons of Culpeper was in charge of the arrangements. Ernest W. Leonard Burial in Washington Ernest Welby Leonard, 85, of Arlington, died on Feb. 26 at Arlington Hospital. Mr. Leonard was born Oct. 10, 1917. He is survived by his wife Esther Zane Racer Leonard and one son, Timothy Leonard, both of Arlington, and one sister Rachel Bailey. A funeral service was held on March 3 at the Arlington Funeral Home. A graveside service followed at the Washington Masonic Cemetery in Washington. Arlington Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements. 'Inspiring Tfiaugfite by Randy Minter Death Demystified In an effort to demystify death, the National Institute on Aging once undertook a study that revealed that most people died peacefully and painlessly. More than half of those studied died in their sleep, without pain, with family and friends nearby. This led the leader of the study to say that "not all older persons should necessarily expect to experience a slow, painful, or lingering period of dying accompanied by disabilities." And, while people's physical abilities diminished as death neared, their mental functions often remained high. More than half of the dying persons recognized their relatives on the last day of their lives. With these facts in mind, death can be regarded more as a peaceful experience. We are often scared of the unknown, and death, certainly, is the greatest unknown. At the Moser Funeral Home, 233 Broadview Avenue, Warrenton we provide professional services that support your family during a difficult time. We're known for delivering service with a heart. Call us at 3473431 to set up an appointment. "This is my death...and it will profit me to understand it." -Anne Sexton Sonya Anderson achieves Tech’s dean’s list J Sonya Anderson Sonya Anderson was honored by the Dean of Academic Affairs for outstanding academic achievement naming her to the dean's list at Virginia Tech, for the fall semester of 2002. Ms. Anderson is a junior majoring in Early Childhood Education and will be graduating in the fall of 2003. Upon graduation she plans to enter the graduate program and earn her master's degree. 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For many people, open space seems to mean those areas where trees have been cut down, often just for the “view.” This seems odd to me, since we live in the remains of what was called the “Great Forest” by Europeans when they first landed on the East Coast. Mourning the loss of trees is not strictly a modern phenomenon. Irish singer Loreena Mckennitt, on her album The Vist.. recorded a traditional Irish folk song that lamented the loss of the Great Oak of Portmore, which stood on the property of Portmore Castle on the shore of Lough Beg hundreds of years ago. While the tune to “Bonny Portmore” is haunting, the lyrics are even more so: “O Bonny Portmore, I am sorry to see Such a woeful destruction of your ornament tree For it stood on your shore for many’s the long day Till the long boats from Antrim came to float it away. All the birds in the forest they bitterly weep ' Saying “where will we shelter or where will we sleep?” For the Oak and the Ash they are all cutten down And the walls of BONNY PORTMORE are all down to the ground.” The loss of landmark trees such as the Great Oak of Portmore seems especially sad to me, as these graceful natural monuments are to a great extent what keeps us emotionally tied to nature. Lenten Services to begin The Annual Ecumenical Lenten Services will be held each Wednesday at the Washington Baptist Church March 12 through April 9. The theme this year is “Lord I Believe.” A covered dish fellowship dinner will begin at 6:15 p.m. followed by worship services at 7 p.m. On Wednesday, March 12 the speaker will be Father Jerry Pokorsky with Reynolds Memorial Church of Sperryville furnishing the music, and Washington doing the set-up. Nursery care is provided by the churches and everyone is invited to attend. Happy birthday to Mrs. Shannon East of Tiger Valley, who will celebrate another year on March 5. Her husband, Scott, and daughters Sarah and Hannah wish her many happy returns of the day. Best wishes to Mrs. Jeanetta Pullen of Flint Hill who has a birthday on March 3. Kevin and Alicia McGuine of Vienna spent a recent week-end with Mrs. Alice Butler, Phi Butler and daughter Kayla. Saturday afternoon visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark were Charles and Wendy Clark of Manassas, Kenny r Washington ; By RUTH CLARK 675-3608 Miller of Stafford and Bobby and Tansy Frazier of Castleton. Happy Birthday to Mrs. Lear Shroyer of Chester Gap who will have her day on March 6 and to Mrs. Sandra Jenkins of Flint Hill who has her day on March 8. Gerald Clark of Warrenton and a friend from Waynesboro were Sunday evening visitors of Mr. and Mrs. Edward M. Clark. Donald Keyser and Pat Evans of Alexandria were Sunday guests of Mrs. Addie Keyser and Mrs. Virginia Cloud. Mrs. Marie Rutherford of Front Royal spent Sunday and Monday with Mrs. Addie Keyser and Mrs. Virginia Cloud. Call me at 675-3608 when you have a news item for this column. Have a peaceful week! l SPERRYVILLE REALTY SELLING?? BUYING?? CALL ANY ONE OF US: JAMES W. LEAKE, BROKER S40-987-8236 JOHN K EUBANK S40^87-814» BARBARA SISK 540-9B7-9015 ROGER ATKINS f40W«7I ROY ATKINS S4H474*16 CHARLES E. CORDER |!j0 3TS1 MARTHA O* BANNON HITT 540-987-3102 JULIAN BROWN 540-917-7771 JOHN MAROCCHI 540 987 8045 Country Living in Virginia Cornerstone Farm c. 1870 85+/- acres farm located in Rappahannock County with incredible mountain views. The 4200sf home has 5 bedrooms, 3-1/2 baths and has been completely restored with all modem conveniences. Other improvements include 18 stall stable, bam, riding ring, 5 fenced-paddocks and in-ground swimming pool. New Listing. 51,500,000. 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Set at an elevation of 1200 ft. the 7,000sf home was constructed in 2000 and is built to the highest standard with the finest of material. Breathtaking mountain vistas are visible from almost every room. Amenities include tenant house, 10-stall stable, equipment shed, board fencing and numerous other improvements. Also numerous streams and a pond. $1,750,000. Contact Justin H. Wiley (540) 672-5603 m. I‘ 1 ' I I AS H V R

• Neighbors/B2, B3 • Classifieds/B5, B6, B7 March 6, 2003 www.timescommunity.com -m Bob Scott -Special trraig-Rappatnmnocfc News— The Rappahannock Lions are tefui to the Muses of Music for t|ie forces of nature to providSft l|i#ilcome and timely break in this memorable winter. After a solid week of Winter Wonderland, the sun broke through in time to encourage 11 young musicians to entertain a large audience at The Theater at Washington on Sunday afternoon, Feb. 23. The local Lions Club has sponsored the annual Bland Memorial Music Scholarship Contest for student musicians for over 20 years. This year’s event included many performers who had participated in previous programs during their elementary and high school years. The experience gained before live audiences, the acquired confidence and Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones , Dave Adams, retired director of the U. S. Army Band, plays during intermission of the Bland Music Contest. improved skills and musicianship impressed and delighted a receptive audience of parents, school friends and other music lovers. t This year’s program offered a variety of selection, instrument and voice that combined to present one of the best musical entertainments by students in recent memory. To be eligible to participate students t either >wl*§id6 0r attend school in Rappahannock County. The program was greatly enhanced by the humor and personal interest of the Master of Ceremonies, Norman Getsinger, who made each young musician feel more confident and very “special”. Program order was designed to allow ample time for evaluation and scoring by four judges: Emma Sue Amos and Allen Marlett for instrumental per Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones Norman Getsinger, master of ceremonies, at the Bland Music Contest. formers and Jo-An Getsinger and Barbara McIntyre for vocalists. Cash prizes of $60, $40, $20 were awarded for first and second arid third places and honorable mention, for vocalist and instrumentalist in elementary and high school grade levels. Official Lions Club certificates were given to all who participated. In the elementary school vocalist division, Megan Wheatly, 12, grade six, alto, won first place for singing “Castle On A Cloud.” In the instrumental division, first place went to Nicole Espinola,13, grade seven, piano, “Golliwog’s Cake Walk.” Second place went to Alex Shafran, 13, grade seven alto sax, “Yardbird Suite, accompanied by Dave Adams. Third place went to Evan Espinola, 10, grade five, saxophone, “Amazing Grace.” In the high school vocalist division, first place went to Michelle Fegeas,14, grade 9, soprano, “Shenandoah”, accompanied by Kate Cooper. Second place was Laura Ann Wheatley,13, grade eight, soprano, “Somewhere Over The Rainbow,” accompanied by Evelyn Oyster. y Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones Emma Sue Amos and Allen Marlett tally scores of students participating in the Bland Music Contest. ‘Frida’ provides Oscar nomination for actress f i' ) ? ^ ’ By Joanne Him Special t« the Rappahannock Nam Smart, sultry Salma Hayek tackles the role of a lifetime in “Frida,” an intimate portrait of passionate Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. Hayek, in the performance of her career, has been nominated for an \jacar in ner roie. inis true story of art, politics and love co-star* Alfred Medina, Geoffrey Rush, Ashley Judd and Edwftrd Norton. S M It is showing at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington on Friday, |fardb 7 at yf*S 8 p.m. With % Salma Havek and director June Taymor *p f behind fc» a movie about the unconventional Hfe and work of Mexican painter Frida Kahlo finally came to fruition after six years. Salma made the ultimate sacrifice — stopped tweedng her eyebrows, resulting in the unibrow which goes well with the thin, barely detectable mustache she also reportedly grew for the role. % Hayek had many more complications to deal with. Kahlo was in a wheelchair for much of her life after a near fatal trolley car accident (she died in 1954 at age 47); hear romantic life was turbulent; she endured a tumultuous marriage to womanizing fellow ‘Frida’ appears at The Theatre 0n March 7. i ■ , painter uiego ruvera; suffered severe drug flpd alcohol problems and underwent agonizing spinal surgeries. She and Rivera were communists. Kahlo had an affair with exiled Russian revolutionary leader Leon Trotsky, and had many lovers, male and female. ueonrey nusn plays Trotsky and Antonio Banderas is the muralist David Siquieros, a good firiend of Rivera’s. The movie really is the story of the two of them, Kahlo and Rivera. He was known in the U.S. for his Rockefeller Center murals. See MOVIE, Page B2 In the instruTHSHtai.diviafrmr- THSHtai.diviafrmrfirst place was Nicole Fegeas,14, grade nine, piano, “Allegro Furioso.” Second place was Brian Taylor, 16, grade 11, snare drum, “Walk the Dog.” Special Honorable Mention Awards were given this year to three student instrumentalists: Tiffany Wayland, 10, grade four, piano, “London Chines;” Caroline Massie, 11, grade six, piano, “Banjo”, and the youngest entertainer in the group, Kelsa Settle. 7 PTflde two, who accompanied herself on the guitar while seated on the steps to .the stage and sang “Down In The Valley”. A great surprise treat was the very cool jazz piano provided by Dave Adams during intermission. Top winners from neighboring Lions Clubs will compete on March 16 at 2 p.m. at the United Methodist Church on Main street in Culpeper. Rappahannock Lions will be represented by soprano, Michelle Fegeas and pianist, Nicole Espinola. , The outstanding success of this year’s event was due to David HiltV, Bland Contest chairman, and members of his committee. Lions Club president, “Yogi” Bear expressed the club’s gratitude for the support provided by expert judges, contestants, the Rappahannock News and Wendy Weinberg, for the use of her theater once again. .. Photo courtesy of David Hilty Norman Getsinger interviews Caroline Massie, 11, before she plays “Banjo" on the piano. James A. Bland Music Scholarship Program Jimmy Bland was a famous “Minstrel Man” and is credited with composing over 700 songs, a number of which were outright contributions to Americana. He is also credited with adding a “fifth” string to the Banjo instrument. James Bland wrote Virginia’s former state song, “Carry Me Back to Old Virginny.” To honor James A. Bland and his contributions to American music, The Lions Club of Virginia established the James A. Bland Music Scholarship program in 1948 to assist and promote cultural and educational opportunities for the musically talented youth in Virginia. Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones Contestants in the annual Bland Music Contest are from left to right: Brian Taylor, Alex Shafran, Michelle Fegeas, Megan Wheatley, Caroline Massie, Kelsa Settle, Tiffany Wayland, Nicole Espinola, Nicole Fegeas, Evan Espinola and Laura Ann Wheatley. 1 Photo courtesy ot Richard Lykes Rehearsals for ‘Under Milk Wood’ underway Rappahannock County actors study their lines for the upcoming Ki Theatre production in Little Washington of Dylan Thomas’ sensual and poetic masterpiece, “Under Milk Wood,” on April 12 and April 13. Left to right: Peter Hornbostel, Pat Hamilton, Joanne Getsinger, Mike Mahoney, Sallie Morgan, Bill Dobrovir and Margaret Gottleib. The play is a celebration of the human condition. Multiple actors, actresses and readers go gracefully from vignette to vignette in the life of a small Welsh fishing village. Tickets are $10 for adults; $5 for students Reservations can be made by calling Ki Theatre at 675-1616.

Amissville Homemakers Club celebrates 40th year By Mary Priest Special to the Rappahannock News The Amissville Home Demonstration Club was organized on Dec. 2, 1962. Harriet Goode Smith was the extension agent in Rappahannock County at that time. Juanita Settle and Jean Burner were in a beauty shop in Flint Hill. Harriet asked them if they thought an extension club could be organized in Amissville. Juanita and Jean came back to me to see what I thought. I provided about 60 names and addresses to Harriet. She sent a letter to each of them. A covered dish supper was planned to organize a club. Mary Priest invited Mrs. James (the doll lady) and Miss Bolen (the flower lady) to come and show the group how to make the wreaths they called Della Robbia wreaths. Straw wreath was covered with boxwood and plastic fruit and real nuts were wired and pinned into the wreath. At the time, we could not buy red apples so we bought yellow ones and painted them. From that organizational meeting, the Amissville Club has continued to learn how to do many things and enjoy the fellowship of its members. Mrs. Florence Williamson (the herb lady) of Woodville spoke to us as a county group of clubs on drying flowers and making arrangements. At that time, there were also clubs in Flint Hill, Chester Gap, Woodville and Sperryville. Branson Cooke showed club members how to upholster a chair in his shop in Amissville. Charlotte Laing created a little excitement when she brought out a plastic snake one of the children had lost in the chair. Each club in Rappahannock County made five tote bags from upholstery webbing and lots of embroidery. These bags were added to others from clubs in Virginia until 3,000 tote bags were Photo courtesy of Mary Priest HOMEMAKERS: The Amissville Homemakers Club recently celebrated its 40th anniversary. Members are from left to right: Nancy Petty, Mary Priest (a member for 40 years) and Frances Lawrence. made for an international conference at Blacksburg. Each lady who attended could take home a tote bag from all over tbe world. There is a large tapestry’ hanging at Blacksburg of needlepoint squares of the 100 counties at that time. The Rappahannock committee designed the square showing the mountains in the background, the toll house at Sperrvville, the apple tree full of red apples and George Washington with his surveying equipment. The square worked by Flo Duvall is included in the tapestry for Rappahannock. Other committee members were Corinne DelGrosso, Violet Cooley and Mary Priest. Two squares are in the Rappahannock Historical Society. All clubs participated in a scholarship fund given to a graduating senior at Rappahannock County High School. The Amissville Club received money raised by the quilting group which was given for several years. This scholarship was named the Alice Pullen Scholarship. Our master quilter, Katherine Riley and master afghan maker Betty Jenkins continue to work on their projects for other’s enjoyment. The Amissville Club no longer belongs to the extension group. It is an independent club known as the Amissville Homemakers Club. Club Presidents have been: Rose Bowey 1963-1965; Katherine Riley 1965-1967; Dottie Settle 1967-1969; Juanita Settle 1969; Jean Burner 1970; Mary Priest 1971-1973; Faye Crescenti 1973-1975; Frances Lawrence, 1975-1977; Violet Cooley, 1977; Mary Priest 1978-1981; Jan Zindell 1982 -1984: Frances Semones 1984 -1986; Lynda Smet, 19861988; Barbara Bradley Jan. 1988; Nora Segrest Feb. 19881990; Mary Priest 1990-1996, Iva Lam 1996-1998, Doreen Wootten 1998-2000 and Violet Potter 2000 to present. Mary Priest is the only member who has attended the Amissville Club for 40 years. Other charter members present for the anniversary dinner were Mary Hitt, Katherine Riley and Bonnie Curtis. Movie From Page B1 “She couldn’t exist without him. They were two sophisticated minds,” according to Hayek. But Rivera, rejected by his mother as a child, has issues with women. He was not capable of fidelity. He told her that from the beginning. But she was capable of unconditional love and at the end of the day he learned from her courage. He ended up loving her the same way. Frida Kahlo had an independent streak that seems more modem than antiquated. She excelled in a male-dominated society, yet remained uniquely feminine. Dr. Nancy Grove, associate art professor at Long Island University, said that “while Kahlo’s work was critically lauded and popular during her life, her fame waned until a second wave of feminism hit the U.S. in the 1980s. “Feminism in the 1980s and 1990s was marked by women who wanted to be treated equally with men yet retain their identity as women. “Kahlo was much the same way some 50 years earlier.” Surrealist painters of the 20th century called Kahlo a surrealist and lauded her work as an example of their movement, but Kahlo was fond of saying she painted her own reality. The film, rated R, contains nudity, obscenity, violence and very emotionally intense material. Run time is 118 minutes. That tasty green asparagus inspires hopes of spring By Donna LaPre to the Rappahannock News At least as many historical names for asparagus exist as the methods of cultivating this perennial, delicious spring vegetable. “Sperage", “sparagus" and the charming “sparrow grass" or later, “grass" for short, are some of its monikers: the Greek word “spargao" has a meaning unfit for print! Asparagus officinalis is in fact, a member of the lily family, and “lilies of the field" may be an apt reference to the green, grassy spears and foliage, inspired in part by Rappahannock County cheese maker Heidi Eastham’s approach to asparagus growing. Taking a somewhat haphazard route with cultivation is Heidi’s style. She says, in Yogi Berra fashion, “If it grows wild — it grows!” More on this, later. Dioecious in nature (having plants which are distinctly “male" and “female”), the females bear red berries which are easily dispersed by wind, birds and animals, and will pop up like grass in roadside ditches or other well-drained ground. The main difference between wild and purposefully cultivated asparagus is in its circumference. Free growing asparagus is quite pencil-thin, while farm and garden specimens, in the prime of their growing season, produce plumper stalks, especially when fed well with manure and com Back to Heidi Eastham’s method. She initially dug deep trenches, after seeing how county residents Joyce and Richard Abell had done their beds. Success was not apparent, though, and she tried again, realizing that for her the deep digging disrupted the whole ecosystem and brought up too many weeds. “Weeding and picking is more therapy for the gardener than the plants,” she remarks. In addition, the eastern slope she chose was not a good site. Disgusted, she covered up the bed with mulch and some time later discovered she had white (blanched) asparagus, a highly marketable delicacy. After putting in asparagus plants four times, Heidi has “more experience, but less time.” Practicality, being a market grower, is a priority, so treating the “grass” as such, she takes a lawn mower to her patch to cut it back, then bums it off, usually in early March, to stunt weed growth. Bugs are not one of her concerns: she finds that the bugs go to the weaker plants. A few more of Heidi’s pointers: she plants about six inches Brookside Restaurant & Gift Shop US. 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 Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA. 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Though pragmatic, Heidi is never without reverence for nature’s workings and to her great delight, wild strawberries have populated the asparagus beds, serving as mulch and weed control. Rappahannock’s other Asparagus Queen is none other than Joyce Abell. She and her late husband Richard planted all of their asparagus at once, 19 years ago, with a rust—prone precursor of Jersey Giant, one inch deep. Now, in addition to choosing the Rutger’s strains, she advises to plant only eight inches deep, though cautions that it depends on the soil. Heavy clay soil does not drain as well and will need a shallower planting than a loose, sandy soil. Also excellent is her recommendation to test the soil for pH. Asparagus likes neutral (6.5) earth and lime should be added if it is acid. We both agree that adding sand and bone meal to clay are good ideas. Joyce still favors the old advice not to pick until the third year and believes that patience in waiting and in bed preparation really pays off, giving a bed lasting 20 to 25 years. Drought is hard on the plants and they need irrigation in dry summers to survive, a reason for some failures. Joyce also promotes weeding, which she only needed to do every two or three weeks in 600 row feet of asparagus. ncaing is ui course, our favorite asparagus idea, and Joyce recommends picking mature plants for six to eight weeks. Snapping or cutting them off at ground level is the easiest way to harvest them. When the spears become thinner, predominantly, stop picking. Also, thinness is not the sign of tenderness, that is all in the tip. Look for firm (not mushy), tight tips and leaf bracts when choosing asparagus. In hot weather, picking may need to be done several times a day to haiV vest the spears before the tips— open up. Joyce also burned off her patches every March and mulched with manure and firstcut spring hay in the fall. Both examples of asparagus growing are small-scale, intensive commercial ones. For a kitchen garden size of 40-50 plants, let’s look at my “asparagus forest”, which illustrates a Permaculture approach. The bed is located along a hedge-row and conveniently close to an outdoor water pump. Knowing that commercially grown asparagus crowns are treated with fungicides and grown with chemicals, I grew mine from seed, the “Jersey Knight” strain, which is available from 'Iterritorial Seed. I did dig my soil deeply — it was infested with Bermuda grass. Reclaiming ground from such a pernicious weed is not an easy task. The soil had to be dug up 12 inches deep, laid on a tarp, and combed through by hand to remove the white rhizomes, which any bit of could start the weed problem all over. Luckily, I had help for this finger and mind-numbing work from a gardening friend. When the perfectly miniature asparagus seedlings were about eight inches tall, they were planted out in eight inch holes made by using a post hole digger. Loose soil was firmed up halfway around the seedling? and as they grew, more soil added until the holes were level with the bed. That first year, the asparagus growth was astonishingly lush and six inches tall. 1 was very naughty and did snap off one spear to taste for quality control. Two volunteers took up residence: dill and cosmos, which I left alone, mulching around them carefully with straw as I mulched the asparagus. Later I found that these two plants are some of the best for attracting the beneficial insects to eat up the asparagus beetles and its other pests. Clearly a signal for interplanting, the following year I put in more dill and cosmos, plus cilantro and chamomile. Lemon balm showed up on its own. All of these plants mimic a forest with canopy, shrub and groundcover. Cilantro and dill are delayed in bolting, being partially shaded from hot sun by the asparagus. This year alpine strawberries will be planted, too. Heidi’s wild strawberries were an inspiration. I’d stick with alpines over Junebearing and day-neutral types, as the former don’t send out runners as the latter do and are closer in nature to the wild berries. » Asparagus likes welldrained, not low-lying, wet soil, even though it needs sufficient moisture, and it loves sandy, ocean-side habitats in particular. A little spritz, twice a season of a tablespoon of sea salt diluted in a quart of water, is a good foliar spray to keep your plants happy. Manuring in the fall is a very good idea. Asparagus likes nutrient rich soil. Horse, goat, rabbit or cow manure is fine as is compost. Let the foliage stand until hit by frost, then cut back and add the vegetation to your compost pile. Eating the spears is our common goal, no matter what path you take with their culture. My favorite recipe, other than steamed and glossed with real, fresh farm butter? Roast the spears in the oven with a drizzle of olive oil, sea salt, chopped garlic and lemon juice, or sesame seeds and tamari for an Asian flavor, or with shavings of a good hard goat cheese, which will melt and get crispy. Manchego ( a raw, aged sheep’s milk cheese) or fresh Parmesan are also good choices. Seeds for Jersey Knight asparagus are available from Territorial Seed Company at: 541-942-9547 Asparagus crowns may be purchased from: Jersey asparagus farms, 1-856-358-2548. Long View Gallery announces Spring Art Show schedule By Martin Woodard Special to the Rappahannock News Long View Gallery in Sperryville will present the work of three area artists this spring. The gallery reopens on March 13 with an exhibition of William Whiting’s magical landscapes of the northern Piedmont and Blue Ridge areas of Virginia. Entitled “Winter into Spring,” the show ranges from Whiting’s impressive panoramic landscapes of spring in the mountains to intimate winter scenes along the rivers and in the hollows of the Blue Ridge. His show will hang through April 21 with a reception on Saturday, March 15 from 4 to 7 p.m. Whiting is one of the area’s most popular painters and collectors prize his work. His realistic/impressionistic representations of nature are painted with an uncanny use of light, time of day and color. According to gallery director Cheri Woodard, “Bill Whiting’s landscapes are a joyous celebration of the beautiful region of the country we call home. His paintings just make you feel good and I invite everyone to stop by and share in the fun.” From April 26 through May 19, Washington Virginia’s renowned watercolorist Lois Manookian will have her first one-person exhibition since 1997. The show documents her recent personal and professional journeys through the county and the world with paintings of places and objects that spoke to her along the way. A reception will be held for her on April 26. Front Royal artist Chris Stephens will exhibit his colorful and mystical oil paintings of the Virginia countryside from May 22 through June 17. His Shenandoah Valley landscapes are painted from life and exude the exhilaration the artist feels from being outdoors, trying to come to terms with the light and how it varies with seasonal and atmospheric changes. There will be a “Meet the Artist” reception for Stephens on May 24 from 4-7 p.m. The gallery is on historic Main Street. Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday-Monday. For more information call 987-3121 or go online to www.longviewgallery.com.

Special farming program to be held The Salem Fire Hall will be the setting for a farm program on Saturday. March 15 whi^n Daniel Salatin of Poly-face Farm in Swoope. Va. presents a program on farming in the 21st century. The program, which begins at 7 p.m., is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by the 4-H Rabbit and Poultry Club of Culpeper County. Mr. and Mrs. Mark Owens and family, who had made their home here on TurkeyRidge Road, sold their property and moved to Culpeper. Miss Lucille Baylor a real spirit Filled lady, a friend to many in our area and who had been a resident of Culpeper Health Care for about 15 years went home to be with the Lord on Feb. 17. She was 96 years old. Mrs. Ray Frazier and sons, Michael and Christopher, were Wednesday callers of Mrs. Eunice Meade on Hash Lane. Prayers are going to my brother, Shelby Frazier a patient in Fauquier Hospital, Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS 987-8802 cousins Charlottee Corbin, who recently underwent heart pacemaker surgery and Pauline Corbin Kelchner, who had the misfortune to fall and break her arm. Any teenager between the ages of 15-18 in our area who might be interested in a summer youth program, is asked to get an application from their school, complete and mail it to Kelly Hartsell, Youth Program Coordinator, Shenandoah National Park 3655 Highway 211, East Luray, Va. 22835. Throughout this week our nation will be observing “National School Breakfast Week” and I’m sure many children will be thankful for this program in their individual schools. Parents, encourage your children to enjoy these meals. Massanova Pentecostal Church under the leadership of Pastor Savage has SundaySchool at 10 a m. and youth services at 5:45 p.m. with evening services at 7 p.m. and for the weekly services each Tuesday at 7 p.m. The public is invited to these services. To those in our community who knew him, they are saddened by the passing of Marvin Brew Burke on Sunday Feb. 23 at Martha Jefferson Hospital. Mr Burke was laid to rest in Mt. Nebo Lutheran Church cemetery. He was the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Brew Burke and resided here on the Durant Farm for many years. The late Mrs. Frances Frazier was his sister. Our sympathy is extended to his wife Mary and all family members. Pastor Dan Yowell and congregation of FT. Baptist Church on 707 invite the public to Sunday School at 10 a m. and Morning Worship at 11 a m. each Lord’s Day. Birthday greetings for the week go out to Owen Cubbage who reaches 85 on Friday and Gregg Heflin who adds another year on Sunday. Monday will be observed by Larry Cubbage and my brother Shelvy Frazier, who reaches 84. Rev. Charles Hillard, pastor of Second New Hope Baptist Church of Fredericksburg, will be guest speaker Sunday, March 9 at 3 p.m. services when Nazareth Baptist Church on Rt. 707 honors their pastor who will be celebrating his 20 years at the church. Rev. Howard Frye is pastor and the public is invited. Sympathy goes out to Mr. and Mrs. Mack Carver of Reva Way upon the passing of Mrs. Carver's mother, Mary Campbell, which occurred last Wednesday. Community Breakfast at fire hall on March 15 Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 A Community Breakfast will be held at the Flint Hill Fire Hall on Saturday, March 15 at 8:45 a.m. Come enjoy good food and fellowship. Everyone is welcome. The ' Flint Hill United Methodist Church will have Ash Wednesday services on Wednesday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. The public is invited. Confirmation classes are being held at the Flint Hill Methodist parsonage on Sundays, at 4 p.m., with the Rev. Merlin Shob. The Flint Hill Baptist Church will have worship service on Sunday, March 9 at 11 a.m.. The message will be delivered by Pastor John Farrar. The public is invited. A special prayer goes out for all those on the sick list and with other needs. Worship services are held each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. at the Flint Hilt United Methodist Church. Pastor Merlin Shob invites the public. The youth group will meet at the fire hall on Sunday, March 9 at 4:30 p.m. A fun time is expected by all. All young people in the area are invited. There was not anyone visiting or doing anything this week due to the snow. Hopefully spring will soon arrive. Call if you have news for the Flint Hill column. BUILDING SUPPLIES Brandy Station Rt. 762 825-9690 M-F 7:30-6:00 Sat. 7:30-4:00 Closed Sunday CHERRY STREET BUILDING SUPPLY CORP. Set* Us For All Your Buildup Supplv NmK 540/825-0397 1418 Or.inHP Rd . 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There will be a question and answer session with a representative from Lord Fairfax Community College as well as a session with principal Roger Mello on “Using the Internet for College Searches and Information." For more information, contact Cecelia Dennis, 987-8575. Hike on March 8 The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will sponsor a hike and trail clearing of the Pass Mountain and Oventop Trails on Saturday, March 8 as part of its “Second Saturday" hike series. Bring nourishment and layerable clothing, good foot gear such as gaiters and a change of socks, as it will likely be snowy. A small trimming tool is suggested for shoulder-level bushes and branches, and work gloves. Meet at Mountainside Market (987-9100) on Route 211 in Sperryville 8-8:30 a.m. Next activity: Moonlight Hike on St. Patrick's Day. March 17. Town meeting on March 20 There will be a Town Meeting on Thursday, March 20 at 7 p.m. to discuss education in Rappahannock County in the high school Band Room. The meeting is jointly sponsored by the Rappahannock County public schools and Headwaters. School officials and principals, students and teachers and others active in the educational community will discuss the future of education in the county. Everyone is invited. Complimentary refreshments prepared by the high school culinary students will be provided as well as free child care. For more information, call Amy Silver in the Headwaters Office at 675-1819, or email ajsilver@shentel.net. Call to artists for April 26 Artists in all media are invited to apply to exhibit and sell their work at a Country Festival on Saturday. April 26 in conjunction with the 25th running of the Fodderstack 10K race. The festival will be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on the carnival grounds of the Flint Hill Fire Department. For more information, contact Bill Jarrett 675-1000. Deadline for artist/vendor applications for booth space has been extended to March 29. Flint Hill carnival date The Flint Hill Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company has set June 11-14 as the dates for its 2003 carnival. This year’s event will feature special surprises for children of all ages. Organizers are seeking contestants for Carnival Queen. Interested parties may contact Karen Williams at 635-4673. Black History program March 9 The Black History Month Program sponsored by the Women’s Auxiliary of the Wayland Blue Ridge Baptist Association, Inc., has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 9 at 5 p.m. at the Wayland Blue Ridge Center, 15044. Ryland Chapel Road in Rixeyville. All tickets will be honored. Tickets are also available at the door: adults, $3 and students'$1. For more information call 540- 399-9815 or 540-672-4173. Hearing on comp plan The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging will hold a public hearing to receive comments on its 2004-2010 Comprehensive Plan on March 11 at 1 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road in Culpeper. Following the public hearing, the board will hold its regularly scheduled meeting. For more information, contact Paula Benenson, 825-3100, Ext. 3146. Meeting on Sperryville There will be a Sperryville Gateway meeting on Thursday, March 13 at 7 p.m. at the Sperryville Volunteer Rescue Squad. This will be an important discussion of the second phase of improvements and a timetable of improvements in Sperryville. For more information, contact Tom Junk 987-8617. Services for Lent begin The Washington Baptist Church will host ecumenical services fpr Lent beginning on Wednesday, March 12 and continuing each Wednesday through April 9. Nearby Catholic, Episcopal, Baptist and Methodist churches are participating. A pot-luck dinner at 6:15 p.m. begins each gathering, followed by a one hour Lenten service which begins at 7 p.m. Nursery care is available. The public is invited. RAACpresents humorist The RAAC Library Series will feature cartoonist and humorist Macke Rowe on Friday, March 14 at 8 p.m at the library. 4-H Talent Show March 23 The 4-H Share the Fun Talent show will be held Sunday, March 23 at 2 p.m. at the Rappahannock County High School. Tryouts are March 11 at 3:30 p.m Persons interested in performing may pick up information at the high school, elementary school or the extension office. Contact is Evelyn Oyster at 937-2128. Hospice trains volunteers The spring training class for new Hospice of the Rapidan volunteers begins the week of March 17. Hospice, which provides care and support for terminally ill patients and their families, is looking for volunteers from Rappahannock County. It will accommodate volunteers’ schedules as much as possible. Call coordinator Ruth Padgett 825-4840. Yoga at Healing Arts Center Yoga classes are meeting on Mondays for Bone Health and on Saturdays for Stress Management at the Healing Arts Center in Sperryville. Both classes are held from 8 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. There are still spaces available. Classes are open to all levels and no previous experience is required. Call Barbara Elliott at 948-3936 to register. Jobs for teenagers in park Shenandoah National Park is accepting applications from teenagers for its summer Youth Conservation Corps (YCC) program. This program provides employment and an educational experience for 15 to 18 year olds in the conservation of the park’s heritage. YCC enrollees maintain park trails, roads, buildings and campgrounds while learning about the park. This year’s YCC program runs for eight weeks from June 16 - Aug. 8. Enrollees work 40 hours a week and earn minimum wage. Applications may be obtained from local high school guidance offices. Deadline is April 25.

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Call Today 540-347-4222 545 Full Tim* Employment HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR needed for residential excavation, loader, and dozer experience necessary. 703-594-3505 HVAC TECH Needed Warrenton based company, servicing No VA area only. At least 3 years experience. Good driving record required. TOP PAYING COMPANY INCLUDES COMPANY TRUCK, PAID VACATION., HOLIDAYS, RETIREMENT PLAN AND BONUSES. For interview please Call 703-724-1519 or 800-432-8221. INSTALLER & LOT PERSON needed for Hillwood Truck Cap & Trailer Sales. 703-754-4611 Pets THE FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauquierspca.com e-maii spca@erols.com for a complete and up to ~ date listing Rappahannock Animal Welfare League Landfill, Kt. f»39, East of Amissvillt* Daily H:00 a m. - 12:00 Noon, except closed Wed & Sun These wonderful dogs need a good home' net ir y "Henry" is a sweet, easy going, friendly 2vr old neutered bassett hound mix "Rosie" is a kind, gentle, 10 yr. old spayed collie mix who was tied up her whole life Both dogs like other dogs and are verv affectionate Come see them! 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283

tarvtm* MECHANIC Experienced, to work on Fire Trucks. Must be reliable & Hardworking. Call John Ryan 70*754-9911 OFFICE ASSISTANT Full-time position needed. General office duties to include, answering phones, scheduling, interaction with clients, filing, light computer work. Hours are Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 5:00. Fax your resume to: 540-347-1900 or mail to: P.O. Box 606 , Warrenton, VA 20187 Office staff Local company has immediate opening. Position will require shipping & handling, sales & basic office skills. Required valid Virginia driver’s license & ability to lift & carry up to 80 lbs. 540-439-6900 Bealeton 800-545-6607 Mon. - Frl. 9- 4:30 OR NURSE Pvt. Physicians practice has a P.T. position available for an experienced operating room nurse. ACLS Certification required. Monday & Wednesday work schedule. Flexibility to work extended shift or additional days depending upon caseload is a plus. Salary is negotiable. Send resume including salary history to: A. Mitchell Blue Ridge Orthopaedic Associates, P.C. 52 West Shirley Avenue Warrenton, VA 20186 ePLUMBERS eADVANCED HELPERS • SEWER CREW Hunt Country Plumbing 540-937-5924 PLUMBERS Experienced plumbers and residential service plumbers needed for No. VA. rapidly growing service co. Some new installation, remodeling & service work. Call: 703-443-1919 or fax resume to 703-443-2840 SHEETMETAL WORKER Sheetmetal Co., Manassas seeking experienced worker. Person should have field & shop experience & valid driver's license. Good pay & benefits. Pay according to exp. Please Call 800-432-8221 TELLER POSITIONS Part-time teller positions available immediately for person with prior cash handling experience. Need effective communicator to become part of fast paced team effort. Contact: Joyce or Maggie 540-341-3634 Buy Polk* Impound*. Cars from $500. Honda's. Chevy's, etc. For listings call 800-719-3001 X2416 Chryslor LHS ‘97 AT, AC, PS. PB, $5,000 OBO. Call 540-4393266 between 7am5pm. FORD TAURUS uT Burgundy, exc.. 31k. leather, maint. records $14,900 540-987-8776 HONDA 99 ACCORD EX 4-dr sedan, V6, auto, FWD, leather, loaded w/sunroof, 49K, $13,900. 540-675-1190 (D); 540-937-5703(E) MITSUBISHI 91 ECLIPSE GS red. 5spd. power iocks & windows, cruise, 115K, $1300/ OBO Call 240899-3537. NISSAN 97 SENTRA GXE Silver. 4dr. 70K Hwy mi. Great cond, all pwr , keyless entry, AT, $4800 703-328-2222. SUBARU LOYALE ‘91. 4WD. 5sp AC. PW. PL. 103K, orig owner, all records, excel cond $2,500 540-937-6334 VOLKSWAGON PASSAT GLX 96. VR6. tinted windows, Kenwood CD, heated Ithr seats. 5 sp. 96K mis, rubber VW tloormats. Good cond $6200 540-818-0373 or 703385-0580 This Could be Your Adi Call 540 347-4222 V V ’95 MAX KING of the RD 35’ 5th whl, 2AC/furn, genrtor. new awning, rear kit. LR/DR slide, stg. W/D. sat. dish, $36.500. 540-253-5025 ’90 TETON 40’ Vail 5th whl.SD.'S sides. DR, LR. BR, CAC. Cent vac. BA w/ W/D. No smkng.Must see1 $29,500. 540-253-5025 f----;—v ■ - * HONDA CR80 EXPERT 2002: Brand New, only 10 hrs. max riding. $3000/OBO. Call 540668-6416, 6:00-9:00pm or leave message. YAMAHA, YZ125, 2001, very low hours, never raced, w/ extras, like new, $3150. 540-3470244 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Sport Utility VoMote CHEVY SUBURBAN '83. V8. 350, tow pkg, all pwr, dual heat/air. cruise. 3 seats, $2000 OBO 540-349-8586 FORD EXPLORER, Sport Trac '02. premium 4x4 SUV, Ithr. silver. Pioneer 6disc CD. only 9K mis. Like new1 $26,800 675 Trucks / Pickup* FORD F150 '83 4x4, 6cyl w/ granny gear, tow pkg, 128K mis, great work truck $2200 OBO 540-987-9434 GMC SONOMA '95. P-U, std cab. 4x4, V6, 5 sp, 136K mis, exc cond. $3,900/B0. 540-3477256 (W)571-323-1259 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN 2001, Sport, V6, AT, all power, dual slide doors, 25K, excel cond, $16,400 OBO. 540-7881400 School Board Budget Hearing 2003-2004 School Budget A public hearing has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 11,2003 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rappahannock County High School Band Room to receive public comments on the School Board's 2003-2004 school budget. The budget includes a funding request of $6,308,777.00 from county funds and the total proposed budget is $9,534,624.00. 2-20,3-06-03 #481834 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING WITHDRAWAL FROM HASKELL AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTAL DISTRICT In accordance with Section 15.2-4314 Code of Virginia (1950), amended, the Board of Supervisors of Rappahannock County hereby gives notice of its intention to hold a public hearing on Monday, April 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the request for withdrawal of @105 acres (in two parcels) by Jay Miller from the Haskell Agricultural and Forestal District. The application to withdraw from the District is available for inspection at the County Administration Office, in Washington, VA, Monday through Friday, 8:30-4:30. The Rappahannock County Agricultural and Forestal Districts Advisory Committee shall meet on Wednesday, March 19, 2003, at 7:00 p.m. at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider the proposed Ordinance and District, and to make recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. The Rappahannock County Planning Commission shall consider the matter at their regular meeting of Wednesday, March 19, 2003, at 7:30 p.m., at the Courthouse in Washington, VA. All persons interested in these matters are invited to attend and to make comment. 3-06,3-13-03 #483531 PUBLIC HEARING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE ZONING CHAPTER RELATING TO DISTILLERIES On Monday, April 7, 2003, at 7:00 PM, the Rappahannock County Board of Supervisors shall hold a Public Hearing at the Courthouse in Washington, VA, to consider an amendment to the Zoning Chapter of the Rappahannock County Code to allow Distilleries in Commercial General and Highway Commercial zones by Special Exception. The complete text of the proposed amendment is available for public inspection from 8:30-4:30, Monday-Friday, at the County Administration Office, 290 Gay Street, Washington, Virginia. The amendment derives from a resolution adopted by the Board of Supervisors on March 3. In addition, the Rappahannock County Planning Commission shall hold a Public Hearing on the proposed amendments on Wednesday, March 19. 2003 at 7:30 PM at the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia All interested persons are invited to attend either or both meetings and to make comments. Written comments may be submitted to either body at PO Box 519. Washington, VA 22747. 3-06, 3-13-03 #483561 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, April 7, 2003 at 7:00 PM in the Courthouse in Washington, Virginia, in order to consider the following application: SE #03-02-01 The Appalachian Club, LLC, lessors of approximately 400 acres owned by Ragland Limited LLC on Rt. 231 near Revercomb's Comer (TM 54, Parcel 18; zoned ‘A -Agricultural, StonewallHawthorne District), desire a Special Exception permit to have an outdoor firing range (sporting clays). Use allowed under Section 170-36D of the Rappahannock County Zoning Ordinance; additional standards under Section 170-65A & D of the Ordinance. 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, March 19, 2003 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 above-named 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 3-06, 3-13, 3-20-03 #484192 creystqne Warrenton, Virginia Loan Administrator Escrow Opportunity available with fast-paced, growing multi-family servicing company located in Warrenton, VA. Successful candidates will have excellent organizational, planning and communication skills, be detail-oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines. Candidates must also be team players and possess a positive attitude. Proficiency in Word, Excel & Microsoft Outlook required. Apply in confidence: By mail: 419 Belle Air Lane, Warrenton, VA 20186 by fax: 540-341-2121 or e-mail to imcclanflhanfayrevsfrmM i com EOE APARTMENT LIVING RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS/MH #3-59-02 FT position in Fauquier to work late evenings and weekends. Provides support to adults with MH. MUST BE FLEXIBLE. BS degree or equiv. exp. req. $25,199.00 p/yr COOK #2-66-06 On-call for meals preparation in commercial kitchen in Culpeper. Weekend hours included. $7.56 p/hr RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS #3-8-03 FT positions providing direct care work for adult MR consumers in established group homes. Positions allow for flexible schedules, including overnights, evenings and weekends, and opportunities for growth and expansion. Assoc, degree or equiv exp. $22,856.00 p/yr SENIOR RESIDENTIAL COUNSELORS #3-44-06 FT positions providing supervision and administration of the day to day staffing and activities of the group homes emphasizing community integration and quality of life. BS degree or equiv. exp. $29, 171.00 p/yr SUBSTANCE ABUSE TECHNICIAN #3-9-05 On-call and hourly positions available to monitor client activities, conduct drug screens & perform related tasks. Exp. in human services. $9.64 p/hr TRANSIT OPERATOR #3-3-04 On-call positions available to transport consumers & deliver meals. Good driving record. $7.56 p/hr RAPPAHANNOCK - RAPIDAN COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARD Please apply with RRCSB application by 8:30 am, Monday, March 17,2003, to Human Resources, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701 540-825-3100. TDD: 540-825-7391 EEO/AA PQVAL NOUWNQ OPPORTUNITY .a.: -j J' m h gggm «iii Si VIRGINIA: IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF RAPPAHANNOCK COUNTY CALVIN FRANKLIN DODSON, Plaintiff v. Chancery No. 03-8 LUCIE PEYTON UTZ also known of record as LUCIE M.UTZ, address unknown, if she be living, or if she be dead, her widower, children, heirs, devisees and successors in title, if any such there be, as hereinafter described; AND ANY UNKNOWN HEIRS, of LUCIE PEYTON UTZ, also known of record as LUCIE M. UTZ, or her widower, children, heirs, devisees and successors in title, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made Carties defendant by the general description of “PARTIES INKNOWN," and any other unknown heirs, devisees and successors in title, if any such there by, and/or any unknown parties having an interest in the lands of which LUCIE PEYTON UTZ, also known of record as LUCIE M. UTZ died, seized and possessed, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description Of “PARTIES UNKNOWN" Defendants ORDER OF PUBLICATION The object of this suit is to quiet title and/or establish title by adverse possession as to a tract of land of which Lucie Peyton Utz, also known of record as Lucie M. Utz, died seized and possessed, located in Jackson Magisterial District, Rappahannock County, Virginia, said land being described by deed recorded in Deed Book V, at Page 167 amongst the land records of the Clerk's Office of the Circuit Court of Rappahannock County, Virginia, as follows: All that certain tract or parcel of land situate, lying and being in Stonewall Magisterial District of Rappahannock County, Virginia containing 15 acres, more or less, being the same property conveyed to Lucie Peyton Utz by deed from Richard E. Peyton recorded in Deed Book V, Page 167 in the aforesaid Circuit Court Clerk’s Office. An Affidavit having been made and filed and the Bill To Quiet Title to Real Estate having slated that the address of Lucie Peyton Utz, also know of record as Lucie M. Utz, if she be living, is unknown, and that there are or may be persons interested in the subject matter of this suit whose names and/or addresses are unknown, which Bill has made said parties defendant by the general description, PARTIES UNKNOWN, it is therefore ADJUDGED, ORDERED and DECREED that all possible PARTIES UNKNOWN having an interest in all of that certain tract or parcel of land which Lucie Peyton Utz also known of record as Lucie M. Utz, died seized and possessed are made parties defendant and said persons are made parties defendant by a general description of ‘UNKNOWN PARTIES" as the unknown heirs of Lucie Peyton Utz, also known of record as Lucie M. Utz; and It is further ADJUDGED, ORDERED and DECREED that Lucie Peyton Utz, also known of record as Lucie M. Utz, if she be living, and any of said unknown heirs, devisees, or successors in title, if any such there be, and/or any unknown parties having an interest in the lands of which Lucie Peyton Utz, also known of record as Lucie M Utz, died seized and possessed, whose names and addresses are unknown and who are made parties defendant by the general description of PARTIES UNKNOWN, do appear on or before March 31, 2003, and do what is necessary to protect their interest. It is further ORDERED that the foregoing portion of this order by published once a week for four (4) successive weeks in the Rappahannock News, an newspaper having general circulation in the County of Rappahannock. Virginia, within ten (10) days after the entry of this Order of Publication, that the Clerk post an attested copy of this Order at the front door of the Court House and that the Clerk further prepare a certificate of said facts and file same in the papers of this cause. 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