Rappahannock News, July 24, 2003

125th Year ... No. 30 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, JULY 24, 2003 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Commercial Comings Courtesy of Greenway Engineering Sr.hF'ST0RAGE: An artist renderin9 shows the proposed Mid-State Self-Storage facility on Route 211 behind the Wilderness Log Homes building. The inset shows storage units with a hunter green metal hipped roof and a split DIOCK TaCaQO. Self-storage facility approved in county By Don Audette Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock County Planning Commission has approved a self-storage facility in the county’s commercial district on Route 211 behind the Wilderness Log Homes building. The commission voted 6-1 at its July 16 meeting to grant a special exception use permit to applicants Brett Boyce and Jamie Garrison who own the property where the proposed storage shed facility is to be located. The self-storage facility, which is the first of its kind in the county, will be built in the commercial district between Washington and Sperryville, across the highway from the Rappahannock National Bank. t The Planning Commission also ii approved parking and building £ improvements at Mid-State Electric l Motors which also sits behind the s Wilderness Log Homes building. i Boyce and his father, Troy, own 1 the property where Mid- State Electric Motors and the Wilderness ' Log Homes is located. i In a presentation to the i Planning Commission provided by Greenway Engineering of s Winchester, the proposed facility I was described as consisting of 125- r 135 rental storage units, an add-on c office front to the Mid- State Electric t Motor building and 22 striped park- r ing lots in front of the latter build- 1 ing. The proposed storage shed facili Sheriff zooms in on speeding By Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Writer Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz has asked the Virginia Department of Transportation to conduct traffic studies to determine if "a high percentage” of vehicles are speeding in the Tbwn of Washington as some residents have reported. In a letter to David Cubbage of VDOT dated July 17 the sheriff wrote,'Tour assistance in resolving these safety issues would be apprecir Meetings • The Town of Washington Planning Commission will meet on Monday, July 28 at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay Street. • On Tuesday, July 29, the Rappahannock County School Board will hold a special meeting at 7 p.m. at the School Board office conference room. • On Thursday, July 31 the Rappahannock County Planning Commission will hold „ a public forum on the future of the county at 7:30 p.m. at the Flint Hill Fire Hall. Rappahannock News P.0. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) t ' ± ated by many citizens of Washington." Using devices such as a radar trailer or road surface cabling with recording capability "would provide valuable data for addressing this issue," the letter said. The sher Rappahannock County Sheriff Larry Sherertz response to speeding complaints which surfaced at a Washington Town Council meeting last month. At that time, town resident Sarah Fowler said she had sought assistance from the Sheriffs Office to reduce speeding on Fodderstack See SPEEDING, Page A6 y itself, immediately to the west, yould have automated controlled iccess to two 24-foot wide roadways ietween two long lines of in-facing torage units, with a few storage inits capping a third side near toute 211. A chain link fence, with green inyl plastic coating, would suround the &tprage-sned area, providng security. Security lighting would be on the heds facing inward, under the overlang of the hunter green hipped oof. Trees would provide vegetative overing to make the facility unobrusive. The storage sheds would lake use of a light-colored, splitlock facade. r See STORAGE, Page A6 What a 911 hangup can lead to.... By Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Writer When a 911 call comes into the Rappahannock County Sheriffs Office, it's routine for deputies to respond no matter what. If a caller calls back and says never mind don’t come, they still come. If it's a hangup, the routine is the same. So it wasn’t surprising on the morning of July 9 at 8:30 when Capt. Jeff Brown responded to a Woodville address after the Sheriffs See 911, Page A6 _ _ ro Help Wanted: Principal By Naomi Smoot-Kimble Special to the Rappahannock News There is no principal and only a little over two weeks remain until new faculty arrives Aug. 11 for the 20032004 school year at Rappahannock County Elementary School. This position is one of five vacancies yet to be filled. Also needed are a secretary, a teacher’s aide, a part-time volunteer coordinator and a high school math teacher. Earlier this month, former elementary school principal Raye Tupper was appointed to fill the new position of Executive Director of Human Resources and Instruction. Her promotion left a vital seat empty and a hunt began almost immediately to fill it. Professional organizations were contacted and notices were placed on numerous web pages in an attempt to get the word out about Rappahannock’s most urgent vacancy. Superintendent Bob Chappell feels while this hunt may be a challenge, a qualified candidate will be found before the start of the school year on Aug. 25. “It’s not easy to fill central administration positions in mid-summer, and it’s not easy to fill principalships in mid-July,” he said, explaining most principals are not looking for jobs during this season, but are instead gearing up for the coming year. Bob Chappell School Superintendent Chappell is nonetheless pleased with the number of applicants. He said eight inquiries were made about the principal position early on, and was certain there would be additional last minute interest expressed. Yesterday was the deadline for applications. Another high priority for Chappell and his staff is filling the math posi tion. See VACANCY, Page A5 Rappahannock News Photo/John Toler DOUBLE FATALITY: An accident claimed the life of Warrenton resident Jessica Ashley Dudley, 17, and her stepfather Robert Craig Elkins, 46, of Triangle on July 20, when the motorcycle they were riding struck a turning van. Teen, stepfather killed in motorcycle crash By Sarah L. Greenhalgh Rappahannock News Writer A Liberty High School student and her stepfather were killed on a motorcycle they were riding after a Dodge van driven by an Amissville man suddenly turned in front of the pair on Route 602 (Rogues Road) on Sunday afternoon. Virginia State Police said the accident is under investigation and charges are pending. Jessica Ashley Dudley, 17, was riding on the back of her stepfather Robert Craig Elkin's Harley Davidson motorcycle, traveling southbound on Route 602, when the northbound 1994 Dodge van suddenly turned in front of the pair, according to state police. An eyewitness told police there was no time for Elkins to react, and he and Dudley slammed into the side of the turning van. The bike then exploded into flames. I don't think the driver ever saw See ACCIDENT, Page A5 Farm Fair Rappahannock 4-H Club members win blue ribbons at the CulpeperMadison-Rappahannock Farm Fair. See Page A2. Big black bears As county residents call in about bear sightings, one reader writes about the ones who have visited her. See Page A5. Lions Club Virginia State Police Sgt. Gary Settle mans the grill at the annual year-end picnic for the Lions Club. See Page A3. t Summer fun How children can spend the lazy days of summer without being glued to the TV set. See Page B1. J /

People 4-H Club members take blue ribbons at Farm Fair Photos courtesy of Hazel Zinn-Day and Debbie Massie Devin and Carly Day with the Best of Show Zucchini Bread. Caroline Massie with her Grand Champion Pen of Two hogs and the judge, Dave Mullins. Comprehensive Plan Public Forum Please join your neighbors and the County Planning Commission for an I! Open Forum on the subject of: The Future of Rappahannock County The Forum will be held at the Flint hill Fire Hall on Thursday, July 31st at 7:30pm Yesl □ Please enter my new subscription to: Happahannock News Subscription Rates By Rappahannock..*21 .“’/yeaf' Elsewhere in the U.S...$27.°°/year Name _ Address ___ City_ State Zip_ Mail subscriptions art payable in advance. Make check or money order payable to: Sappahaimodi Nnus, P.O. Box 59. Washington, VA 22747 ginia 22747. OUAddtoK This form may also be used for CHANGE OF ADDRESS NcwAddrac I The Rappahannock News (USPS #455580) is published every Thursday at 249 Main Street, Washington,Virginia 22747by Rappahannock News, a division of Arundel Communications, Inc. Periodicals postage paid at Warren ton, Virginia and at additional mailing offices. Subscriptions are $22.00 a year in Rappahannock; $29.95 elsewhere in U.S. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Rappahannock News, PO. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 By Debbie Massif. Special to the Rappahannock News The Culpeper-MadisonRappahannock Farm Fair held July 5-13 was a success for the thirteen 4-H exhibitors from Rappahannock County. The members of the Livestock Club have spent months feeding, working with and grooming their animals in preparation for the show. Responsibility, organizational skills, time management and financial management were evident during the fair. Caroline Massie won reserve. Grand Champion Market Hog, Grand Champion Pen of Two, Junior Showmanship, Junior Scrapbook, Bam Display and Outstanding Swine Exhibitor. r She placed second in her class in Beef Showmanship and in the market class. Caroline received two blue ribbons for her entries in the Home Ec Department. Kevin Riedel received a fourth place for his 240 pound market hog and fifth in Senior Showmanship. Adam Rhein placed first and second in his market hog classes. He also exhibited two meat goats. Timmy Jenkins placed first in the 230 pound market hog class. Amber Ferguson placed second in the 225 pound market hog class. Robert Falls placed 6th with his 225 pound hog and Samantha Falls placed second in Junior Showmanship. Carly Day had Reserve Best of Breed in the Rabbit show. Anne Ashleigh Lamma, Laura, Megan and Sarah Wheatley and Devin and Carly Day all received many blue ribbons for their numerous entries in the Home Ec department. Hazel Zinn-Day, Barbara Wheatley and Clyde Humphries were the adult exhibitors with Above: A 4-H Pickin’ Party with Debbie Zinn and Friends. Debbie is a 4-H All Star who supports the CMR Farm Fair with wonderful entertainment. Right: Amber Ferguson with her hog. Zinn-Day receiving the most points in the Adult Show and Humphries receiving Best of Show for his apple pie. Other activities included a puppet show, a rodeo, petting zoo, antique tractor pull, gospel music, a lawn mower race, Civil War re-enactors, a tractor driving contest, an auction and barbecue dinner, the Pickin’ Party, a draft horse and mule pull and junior Mr. and Mrs. CMR Farm Fair. On Friday, the livestock exhibitors sold their projects. Ultrasound evaluations were done on the beef, swine and sheep. The results will be Adam Rhein selling his goat in the Sale Ring. Shillelaghs THE TRAVEL CLUB Sampling of Trips: NYC CHRISTMAS SHOW, DEC. 7-8.$359 Includes Motorcoach, Overnight Edison Hotel. 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July 27th :QDpm V2:C Saturday, July 26th CQNSGNMEMISAtE 9:00 am Farm and Industrial Equipment 15% Commission Contact Calvin Ritter fotn,uea vruwen umiwrw Iwitt be served by the BerryvMe Rurttan dub Fri. July 25th < f •- 4pm to 6pnr» Sat. July 26th -7? /'Hamburger* Hot Dogs & Ham Sandwiches -Other Refreshments AvailableStem Cooked Bean Soup Featuring John Deere I Equipment * TRACTOR PULL Friday Night 6:30pm j-'t MouatCnk I VW* IV# V" David Omdorff at 540-955-0217 Crafts • Flea Markets • Noon Parades on Sat. & Sun. » - uiu f w ee 5 ''*tode Barrel IMn IMS ml Gee Modaftr OkJ Time Blacksmith Shop Steam Model Tabtos Under Roof Shtnamloali Vall»\ Slrarn ami (ias Kn«»im* Wixialion, ln<\ President Mr Rick Custer 167 McGuire Lane Gerran**»nWV 25420 ■^304-22921014*9111 Secretary Mrs Jane McDonald * 1 Bwytte VA 22611 Tractor PJ Charte Gray 540955-2651 Ffca Martet Ctnnnan Linda Custer 167 McGive Lane Graw WV 25420 304-2292101 revealed at the Carcass Picnic on Aug. 12 at Madison Fairgrounds. The 4-H exhibitors thanks the community for its support. They look forward to beginning next year’s projects in September. For more information on the Livestock Club, please contact Randall Updike at 675-3747 or Jim Massie at 937-5361. Photo courtesy of Sandy Jenkins Caroline Massie with her steer, Big Red. Garden Club news By Mary Priest Special to the Rappahannock News Maggie Bracewell, chairman of the Scholarship Committee of the Rappahannock County Garden Club, presented scholarships on graduation day at Rappahannock County High School. Joshua Anderson received the Francis J. Leonard Scholarship. Allyson Dodson received the Mary Marochi scholarship. Valedictorians Don Andreoni and Rachel Sharp each received a $300 award. The speaker for the June program was Page Thacker, Master Gardener Coordinator for Fauquier County with a program on pruning. The design for Class I was “Food for the Soul.” The blue ribbon was awarded to Susan Jones using blueberries and flowers. The design for Class II was “Here Comes the Bride.” A large number of tussie mussie bouquets were exhibited. Mary Priest won the blue ribbon in the advanced group. Karen Darby won the blue ribbon in the novice group. Beautiful and unusual horticulture was exhibited. Members earning blue ribbons were Selene Siira, Jo-an Getsinger, Carol Miller, Cindy Hartz, Susan Jones, Mary Priest, Maggie Francis, Virginia Scott, Betty Wood, Helen Smith, Charlotte Laing, Janet Eastham, Karen Darby, Ruth Baumgardner and Maureen Harris. Hostesses were Flo Phillips and Jane Batchelder. M WE FINANCE COUNTRY PROPERTIED a 5 LOUIS MITT Branch Manager SUSAN MEYL ' Loan C/f'ce* There's never been a better time to invest ili a place in the country. •RESIDENTIAL FINANCING -REFINANCE LOT FINANCING ■FIRST MORTGAGES PRE APPROVALS -UNIMPROVED LAND -NO ACREAGE LIMITATION -FIRST TIME HOMEIUYERS Country Mortgages-* ❖Farm Credit 540-347-3344 or 1-800-559-1016 ext 8 wwwfarmcreditofvifginias.com

Funds available for home repairs for the disabled The Rapidan Better Housing Corporation will expand its existing Emergency Home Repair Program with $10,000 in funds provided by the Virginia Department of Rehabilitative Services’ Competitive Rehabilitative Services Incentive Fund. The award, announced by Rappahannock-Rapidan Disability Services Board (DSB) Chairman John McCarthy, will provide physical and sensory related home repairs to individuals with physical and or sensory disabilities living in Madison, Orange and Rappahannock Counties. “This funding is an important component of the Rappahannock-Rapidan DSB’s overall goal of providing assistance to our region’s disabled community,” McCarthy noted. Cindy Rickett, staff support for the DSB at the Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission and the co-author of the grant proposal stated, “This award is the product of a lot of hard work by the members of the DSB and Rapidan Better Housing Corporation.” In February of this year the Rappahannock-Rapidan DSB completed a comprehensive needs assessment of the disabled community in these three counties. Emergency home re pairs fill a gap in the current service system as identified by the needs assessment. They would allow individuals to remain in their homes and maintain independent living. Anyone wishing more information regarding qualification for home repairs should contact Cindy Reid of Rapidan Better Housing at 540-948-3274. The Rappahannock-Rapidan Regional Commission serves the counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Madison, Orange and Rappahannock, and the towns of Culpeper, Gordonsville, Madison, Orange, Remington and Warrenton. Crystal Jenkins receives Lions Club scholarship By Bob Scott Special to the Rappahannock News Each year the Rappahannock Lions Club selects a qualified high school senior to receive a two-year scholarship to a community college. This year’s winner was Crystal Jenkins who was awarded an initial check for $500 at the recent annual yearend picnic dinner meeting for all Lion members and their families and friends at the Rappahannock County park. A former club president, Lion Gary Settle,was given the honor of handing Crystal her check. She is looking forward to becoming a kindergarten teacher, hopefully in Rappahannock County. Out-going Lion President William “Yogi”Bear, during his informal farewell address to the By Anita Gold Special to the Rappahannock News Q. I collect mosquito-related items, and have quite a collection of such things. I grew up in Minnesota where the natives refer to the mosquito as the state bird" and wear blood donor pins with a mosquito on it, and Tee shirts that say "Give blood ... move to Minnesota". I don't think that many folks have ever thought about mosquitoes as a collectible, but I got started after finding some mosquito-related items in an old tackle box which got me hooked. Now I've accumulated a large collection of "sketter stuff" which includes bottles, tubes, powders, tins, postcards, patches, counter cards, coils, ads, pads and wipes, aerosol, and hand pump spray units such as Black Flag. Right now my main interest is 1. Great Graphics and 2. Great Names some of which includes ZZZZ, Buzz Off, Skram, Skeeter Skatter, Shoo Fly, Skeeter Skoot, Skeeto Go, Skee Ram, Shu Bug, Skeeterine and on and on. My buddy Steve Lumpkin and I are contemplating doing a collector reference booklet on the subject. We already have a name for our collaboration being "The Swat Team of Streater and Lumpkin." R.L. Streater Mercer Island, Wash. A. Readers who have mosquito items or anything related to them including any Graphics or Names, can contact The Swat Team, R.L. Streater (which rhymes with "miskeeter") at PO. Box 393, Mercer Island, WA 98040, phone (206) 232-9060. Email: lureguru@aol.com, and Steve Lumpkin, 8212 Timbercreek Dr., Cincinnati, Ohio 45244, phone (513) 474-0832. Email: ATlwan@aol.com. Incidentally, back in the 1890s folks who enjoyed camping, fishing, hiking and other outdoor activities and ventures, wore certain devices to keep from getting bitten such as mosquito head nets and mosquito shields. The head net was a device made of white tarleton netting, fitted with five light weight round steel springs or bands, that when fully expanded or opened, was made to be worn over a hat or cap on one's head extending down over the neck and shoulders protecting the wearer from insect bites. When not in use, the head net (which was collapsible) could be folded and put into one's coat pocket. Whereas the mosquito hat shield, made of sturdy netting, was attached around the wide brim of a muslin fishing hat, and was made to hang down over one's head and neck to keep mosquitoes away, and when not in use, the light weight hat shield could be rolled up and carried or stuffed into one's pocket. Then, too, the 1929 Johnson Smith & Co. Catalogue (produced in Racine, Wisconsin) illustrated and offered, the Chinese Mosquito Punk (made to repel and drive away mosquitoes) which measured 14-inches long) and sold for 25 cents per bundle of 200. If you find, or come pcross, any of these or any other old or odd 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. PerhaTrem, PEST AND TERMITE CONTROL skeeter items or advertisements, write the Swat Team at their above addresses. Also to avoid the blood suckers and keep mosquitoes from stinging and stabbing your flesh, visit the amazing bug shirt website: http://www.bugshirt.com Or phone 1-800-998-9096 toll free to request a free illustrated catalog. Incidentally, to stop itching instantly from mosquito or other insect bites, dab on fast acting Rhuli Gel; phone (800) 558-5252 to inquire where to get it. Once you use it, you'll never be without it. Q. How can I tell the difference between a hand-painted plate and one that has a printed design on it? Kathy Phillips Columbia. S.C. A. A magnifying glass will do the trick. If you see that the design is composed of a secession of tiny dots, you'll know it s printed, but if you see small brush marks or strokes you'll know it's handpainted. However, some china pieces have printed designs that are partiallj handpainted over the printed parts to give it a more elegant lode. 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Krause and Clifford Mishler available in a gigantic 2,280-page edition with over 48,750 coin images, and overwhelming information you won't find elsewhere, for $58.99 postpaid from Krause Publications, P.O. Box 5009, Iola, Wis. 54945-5009, or phone (800) 258-0929 toll free to order. Write Anita Gold, P.O. Box 597401, Chicago, III. 60659. Enclose a self-addressed stamped envelope with a copy of this column and the name of the paper in which it appears for a reply. 1 # Service in Celebration of Dr. Warren Krebser August 2, 2003 at 9:30am-11:00am Flint Hill Public House, Flint Hill, Virginia _/ assembled audience, expressed the gratitude of all members of the club for the outstanding support and generosity for the Lions’ service programs through the year from community donors, especially from local businesses. This enables the Lions to continue the many kinds of services to meet community needs. The new Lion “management team” members were sworn in by Lion Crawford Hemmersley, a member of the Brandy Station Lions Club who is also our Zone Chairman. He said this Lions Club was one of the best in Virginia. The incoming Lion Tbam is a good mixture of veterans and rookies: President, Tbm Tepper; 1st Vice-President Ken Marlor: 2nd Vice-President, Dave Hilty; 3rd Vice-president, Walter Kilby; Secretary, Jim Tredway; Treasurer, Phil Smith; Lion Tamer, Bill Cushman; Tail Twister, Holly Pendleton; Directors. Joel Daczewitz, Roger Welch. Greg Whalen. Mike Leake; Membership Committee Chairman, Bob Metcalfe; and immediate past President, Yogi Bear. Photo courtesy of Bruce Jones LIONS AWARD: Crystal Jenkins, winner of the Lions Club’s two-year scholarship to a community college, receives an initial check for $500 from a former Lions Club president, Gary Settle. PEGGY EWING RICHARDSON CONE Peggy E Cone, 76. of Fairfield in Berryville, Virginia arxi Southern Pines, North Carolina, died in her home on Tuesday, July 15. 2003. She was bom on July 4,1927 to the late Edgar Adlai Ewing and Maijone Walker She attended the Chatham Hall School and the Holton Arms School in Washington. D.C., where she graduated in 1944. Peggy was an active horsewoman throughout her life. In her early years she purchased her first horse, Henry's Dream from Ginnie and Pappy Moss of Southern Pines. She and Henry’s Dream fox hunted and showed extensively and successfully. In addition to the Mosses, Mrs. Cone rode for the late Mrs. T. A. Randolph and Mrs. M.W. . Greenhalgh, among others. Under her own name and that of Redpath Stables, she bred and raised thoroughbreds for the show ring and racetrack. Her mare, TowmaA, which she trained on the farm, raced 119 starts and was claimed twice. Mrs. Lone got tier back both tunes and later retired tier as a broodmare Other notable horses she raced included Hem O’ Plenty and Rugged Trail Mrs. Cone was well known for the Norwich (Jones) Terriers she bred Her first ck >g was acquired from the Lae Theo Randolph of Upperville. Mrs. Cone ms also active in the Norwich and Norfolk Temer Qub. In 1952, Peggy Ewing married John D. Richardson. II of Fairfield Benyville. VA. He preceded her in death on November 1, 1983. In 1964, Peggy took over The Colony Shop, a ladies clothing store owned and operated by her mother in Pinehurst, NC. She relocated the shop to her Virginia home w here it has since been in continuous operation. The Colony Shop sponsored fashion show s lo benefit the Clarke County Visiting Nursing Association and other channes. Mrs. Cone was a member of Grace Episcopal Church in Berryville and was a founding member of the Clarke County Humane Foundation providing the county with a new animal shelter In 1990 she married Robie Lloyd Cone of Toledo, Ohio. Mrs. Cone is survived by two daughters. Robin R Greenhalgh and Walker R Thomas of Berryville. VA, and four granddaughters. A memorial service was held at Grace Episcopal Church on Friday, July 18, 2003. Memorial contributions may be made to the Clarke County Humane Foundation, P.O. Box 713, Berryville. VA 22611 or WalthourMoss Foundation, P.O. Box 1089, Southern Pines. NC. 28388. T July Furniture Sale 15 off during the month of July Strong. ilurahlr. »r«ttirr|»roof. I \ |*r<iln1ni. «i«»nl I iwttl painting. ami rnjuirr »rn lilt I** inatntr mmf IV fukiinf rtuitr luunp ami thr Inkling «!«•< h rhau ha%r *» (MwiiuMi*. \%ailal»l<- in white nr hunter jyrrrn. 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——ftappafjannotfe jSctoscEstablished 1877 An Independent Newspaper Published Every Thursday ARTHUR W. ARUNDEL, PUBLISHER Mary Ann Kuhn, 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: 249 Main Street, Washington, Va. Mailing address: P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747-0059 Telephone (540) 675-3338 Fax: (540) 675-3088 e-mail: makuhn@tlmespapers.com Hours: 8:30 a m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday Member, Audit Bureau of Circulations www.TimesCommunity.com Our View Help wanted If it weren't for the Piersons, Massies, Galls, ZinnDays, Russos, Hogans, Millers and other parents of our world here, we wouldn't be able to carry as much news as we do about the children of Rappahannock County. Time and again, these parents provide us with photos and stories about the events county children participate in, whether it is the Farm Fair and 4-H Club activities as in today's paper, or Scout outings and sports. We are thankful for their help in bringing us this news for our community newspaper. Just as the Rappahannock County elementary school has an ad for an elementary school principal, so too do we seek more help from the community. We hope to cover more activities involving county children and to do that, we ask parents to let us know about upcoming events and to share their photos and stories with us, as well as their dreams for their children. Letters to the Editor We welcome your opinions and comments. Letters must be exclusive to the Rappahannock News, must be signed and include the writer’s telephone number and home address which can be verified (not for publication). Due to space limitations, published letters are subject to abridgment for length, accuracy and clarity. For the best chance of publication, letters should be 250 words or less. Longer letters from those with special experience on a current issue may be published as a guest column (with your photo). While unable to acknowledge letters, we appreciate your views towards the newspaper’s editorial values. Letters should be addressed to Letters to the Editor, Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Va. 22747 and submitted via U S. Mail, Fax (675-3088) or by e-mail (makuhn@timespapers.com). Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photo/Jan Clatterbuck SUMMERTIME: Caroline Ruffner spends three hours a day tending to her organic garden on Harris Hollow Road. Her passion in life, she says, is working in her garden which uses no sprays or insect killers. She grows vegetables, herbs and these Oriental pink lilies "La Cla'idad" which stand over six feet tall. Letters ‘Why we fight’ During World War II, Hollywood produced a series of movies to brief troops on the various conflicts they’d be entering, so they could better understand why they fought and served. It may not be the perfect metaphor, but it comes to mind as the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company ponders the community’s recent generosity. Fire and rescue vVork is a big job, but one made much easier when individuals in a good community make it especially rewarding. Response to the company’s annual appeal, which began late last year, broke records. The number of new donors and the level of individual gifts was extraordinary, heartening everyone in the department. .^"New events, like the Fall 2002 Open House and the spring Country Festival, brought a terrific response from the community—and some great new c*nnections. Now comes word that otr June carnival, the one with ankle-sucking mud and constant downpours, did as well, and possibly better, than previous, more favorable years. Many members of the community contributed to thet success: • Nancy Jones outdid herself this year in truck raffle ticket sales and brought those sales in earlier than ever. She’s the fine-looking woman featured in an earlier photo promoting the raffle; • Kathleen Lee patiently handled the ruts and havoc on her adjacent property, which she generously offers as a parking area each year. We’ll make it good as new as soon as conditions allow, Kathleen, we promise; • Wayne Blosser and his family once again worked morning to midnight to feed the entire community Wayne’s famous barbecued chicken dinners, despite heavy demands the weather put on his schedule; • Bob Miloslovich took a Sunday afternoon to help drag carnival rides out of the mud with his tractor, so other towns could have their carnivals without delay; • Local Boy Scouts rose well above and beyond the call when their parking attendant volunteer duties turned into vehicle extrication procedures, proving the promise of our commu■ nity’s next generation of volunteers; • And our wonderful Ladies Auxiliary braved the conditions to cook and serve our hundreds of guests as if the sun was shining and the birds were singing—in other words, as graciously and deliciously as ever. These are only a few of those who volunteered loads of time and good cheer to make the carnival a success and a whole lot of fun. To all who do so much to make our volunteer fire and rescue services tick, we are grateful. But to those wonderful neighbors who keep Flint Hill’s Company 4 up and running, we salute you. You fill us with energy and enthusiasm and fuel our desire to serve. Thank you, from the Flint Hill Volunteer Fire & Rescue Company bottom of our-soggy, muddy hearts. Monica Worth President Down Memory Lane From Back Issues of the Rappahannock News 53 YEARS AGO July 27, 1950 Mayor William F. Moffett Jr., was one of the six mayors of American towns named Washington, who was a guest of the National Capital Sesquicentennial Commission in Washington, D.C., July 19. These six mayors are heads of towns ranging in population from 507 to 5,880. Mayor Moffett was asked (by a reporter for The Washington Post), "What does a mayor of a town with a population of about 500 do?" Mayor Moffett answered, ". . .You try to get the streets mowed off." A black mountain rattlesnake which was caught Sunday is on display at the Moore and Payne Motors at Washington. The snake measures 2 and a half feet in length and four inches around and has six rattles. The snake was found in a blackberry patch on the Ernest Smoot farm in Harris Hollow by Loring Anderson. A large crowd of people from various parts of the county and many outsiders attended the public auction of some of the personal property of Mrs. Lillie M. Lillard held Saturday at the J. W. Critzer service .station in Washington. An unusually large collection of fine tools attracted men buyers. The ladies, as usual, enjoyed the sale of household articles. 25 YEARS AGO July 27, 1978 The Rappahannock Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on rezoning approximately 127 acres from agricultural to residential subdivision for Margaret Pryde and Mary Van Brederode on Aug. 16 at the courthouse. Attorney Douglas Baumgardner presenting the landowners at last Wednesday's commission meeting, told the planners that proposals called for the land on Route 211 across from the high school to be divided into three lotsJd one 35-acre, one 15-acre and one 87.5 acres. From modest beginnings Five years ago as a joint project between the Extension Office and the Welfare Department, the 4-H day camp at Hazel River has grown to become THE summer event for an army of Rappahannock youngsters. This year 85 kids swarmed onto the Methodist Church grounds at Hazel River for Five days of summertime activity. Marie Davis and Martha Kidwell taught crafts. Stu Eiland and Kay DeLuise were instructors in canoeing. Wood, Tippy Jenkins, Jim Bankston and Irv Kenyon joined together to teach nature classes. Vinnie DeLuise, Lynne Baines and Elsie Gheen were swimming instructors. 10 YEARS AGO July 28, 1993 After some heated public discussion, the Rappahannock County Planning Commission recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve Faith Mountain Corporation’s application for rezoning for expansion. If the Board approves, the corporation plans to build a catalog mail-order facility on the site.The property is adjacent to the corporation's present facilities on U. S. 211/522. Attorney Douglas Baumgardner said that Faith Mountain is the county's second largest employer and that they employ 60 employees, of which 56 are county residents. In a short meeting last week the Architectural Review Board (ARB) unanimously approved the addition of a bath to a private residence. The bath will be constructed on the second floor of The Meadows on Porter Street. The building is the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ed Barton. Mr. Barton, a member of the ARB, did not vote on the issue. In other matters board chairman Donna Kevis pointed out that the ARB is responsible for architecture only, not safety. She said the board had received several letters complaining that the wooden stairs in front of the log cabin on Main Street next to the Clopton House blocked half the sidewalk. The ARB approved building the stairs. COMPILED BY MARY ANN KUHN L A n ■ —«i -<■ tdmn* Photo courtesy of Lyt Wood OUT-OF-THE-ATTIC: This photo was taken in 1989, the second year of the Rappahannock Nature Camp, which at the time was held at the Shaw House at Rock Mills. Counselor Elizabeth Conover isiourth from the left. Director Lyt Wood and visiting instructor Robin Purnell can be seen in the back row. Johanna Tole is second from right; the other campers are unidentified. The 16th session of the camp is now in session at Singing Creek near Sperryville.

More Letters ■ i Final forum July 31 to give views on county’s future We, as county residents, should turn out on July 31 for the last in a series of public forums by the Rappahannock County Planning Commission to give our views on the county’s future. The meeting will be held at the Flint Hill Fire Hall at 7:30 p.m. Chairman Tom Junk has invited all to attend and give their views which will be considered for inclusion in the revised county' Comprehensive Plan due to be published mid-2004. Since last fall, the Planning Commission has been on the road visiting each of the county’s five districts discussing with citizens the various sections of the plan and listening to comments about what needs to be revised and included. The initial meeting was in Chester Gap with subsequent sessions in fire halls at Amissville, Sperryville, Washington and Castleton. The scheduled meeting at Flint Hill is most likely to be the last time the public can state their druthers before the plan is reviewed and reworked in the commissioners’ work sessions. The revised plan will be presented to the Board of Supervisors for approval early next year, with public hearings again held by both bodies. The plan will then be the guiding principal for implementing ordinances for the next five years at which time the process will be repeated as required by Virginia law. ^ As the commissioners and supervisors have often said during the current process, the plan has stood the county well regarding our environment and quality of life. The enacted zoning and subdivision ordinances based on the plan’s tenets have maintained the rural character of the county. This is testament to the quality of work completed by the planners in 1998. We are now facing new and serious pressures on three borders and within our borders by development and the basic document used to guide us for the next five years requires a strengthening of those aspects to enable the county to remain as we intend. At previous meetings, the commissioners have heard comments urging them to take care not to overly restrict property owners’ rights and to consider how we use and protect our natural resources as well as preserve historic structures and places. Others commented on how important it is to remember that the county is here for the people to live and work. Elders are concerned about what will be for their children: the schools, work opportunities, costs of living, owning land, their way of life. This final meeting with the commissioners affords all who have not yet spoken to do so in an informal discussion atmosphere. Written statements are readily accepted but not a requirement as a record of the comments is made for future review by the commissioners. Should citizens prefer, written statements may be forwarded to the county administrator at any time for inclusion in the record. For more information call John McCarthy, County Administrator, 675-5330, or Tom Junk, Chairman, Planning Commission, 9878617. We all need to share our views of what we want for our county. Bob Lander Castleton Accident From Page A1 the motorcycle," First Sgt. Ed Murphy of the state police said. The impact killed Dudley instantly. Her stepfather, who resides in Triangle, was in cardiac arrest when emergency crews arrived and later was pronounced dead at Fauquier Hospital. The driver of the van, Royce Kim Rollins, an electrician who lives in Amissville, was on his way to a baseball game at Vint Hill Farms at the time of the 2:15 p.m. accident, police said. Rollins was taken to Fauquier Hospital with nonlife threatening soft tissue injuries, police said, and released later that evening. When reached at home, Rollins said he did not wish to comment at this time. The sudden death of this Liberty High School student has rocked the Bealeton area. Students and teachers learned of the death late Sunday night and are trying to cope with the loss. "She was the happiest person I know," said classmate Krysta Norman. "She always had a big smile on her face. Most people have good days and bad days. I don't think Jessica ever had a bad day." Norman played varsity basketball with Dudley. She called her an asset to the team. "Jessica always brought the team up, every time," Norman said. "She was a very enthusiastic player." Coach Ellen Allen is distraught over the young player's death. Allen first met Dudley when the student transferred from Woodbridge High School during her sophomore year. While Dudley was in Allen's lOth-grade physical education class, the coach convinced the young athlete to try out for the team. "I will miss her smile," Allen said. "When she would come off the bench to play for us she gave 100 percent. A jj^ecious life has been taken^ A number of Dudley’s friends needed to see the place where their friend lost her life. They decided to meet on Monday at the comer of Route 602 and Haven Court, to leave flowers and grieve together. The Haven Court entrance was littered with bits of vehicle debris, and new stains were on the asphalt. No brake marks could be seen on the highway pavement. Brittany Booth, 17, said she just needed to be there, close to her friend. "She was such a good person," Booth said. "Always doing other things for people, never for herself. She was a very giving person." Joined by her friend Amber Wilson, 17, Booth laid flowers by the side of the road where Dudley was killed. The two girls hugged and cried for several minutes. For Robby Hamblin, 16, this was a return trip to the site. Hamblin, who works as a volunteer emergency medical technician for Company One out of Warrenton, was dispatched to the scene of the accident early Sunday afternoon. At the time, Hamblin did not know it was his friend who had been killed. "I kept looking at her, she looked so familiar," Hamblin said. "It was the first time I had seen a body and it had to be my friend. People were afraid I wouldn't want to be a volunteer anymore, but this just makes me want to be one even more." He added, "She was such a sweet, beautiful girl. She had no enemies in the world." At the site, Hamblin walked his friends through the accident, explaining what had happened to the rising senior. "She didn't suffer," Hamblin said, choked with emotion. "I think that is important for them to hear that." Dudley's aunt Bonnie Haines remembers the teenager fondly. Haines said that during the school year, Dudley lived with her father Greg Simpson and Haines' sister Wanda Simpson of Warrenton, but decided to stay the summer with her mother Shannon Elkins and her stepfather. Haines said, "I called her Smiley.' She had all the hopes and dreams like most young girls and wanted to be a basketball player. "She was such a sweet and loving child," Haines said. "We will really miss her." Sarah L. Greenhalgh may be reached at sgreenhalgh@ timespapers.com. ‘I would rather see a bear than a copperhead’ I have lived on this same property (a mile down Route 231) nearly 20 years. I had seen bear but never so close and in my yard. Summer of 2001 we had a huge one eating tat food at our back glass sliding doors. He was at least 500 pounds and came back several nights.We stopped leaving cat food outside. The year 2002 brought at least four sightings in our yard, but none as big as 2001. This year I have been sitting at my computer and two times have seen them calmly strolling across my yard. I have seen at least eight, (maybe the same two?) and they no longer come just at night, but late morning and at dusk as well. I rushed out to take this picture of two of them as they came up my lawn across my driveway and headed for the woods. They are not nearly as big as our bear of 2001, but they certainly do not seem afraid of people. Personally, I would rather see a bear than a copperhead any day! Mary Riggleson Sperryville Vacancy From Page A1 “I really sincerely hope we can fill the math position quickly so we can have all of our teaching positions filled,” he said. He said it is not rare to have a teaching vacancy this late in the game. “Part of what you find with filling a math position is that the application pool is so much smaller then it would be say in English, The biggest challenge is that you have to really search for qualified applicants,” said Chappell. This small pool is not the only challenge Rappahannock faces. Chappell said the county must also compete with the higher salaries offered in Northern Virginia. He said Rappahannock’s salary for an entry level teacher is $30,188 but individuals with equal amounts of experience can earn in the upper $30,000 range at schools farther north. He is optimistic about Rappahannock’s ability to compete in the face of these larger salaries, and pointed to a decline in teacher resignations this year as evidence of the schools strengths. “I think the 43 percent reduction in teacher resignations is evidence of the Board of Supervisors’ strong financial support for the schools. I’m very grateful to the supervisors,” he said. “If we’re going to keep pace with other schools, we have to be able to compete with the big boys up there." In order to continue competing. the schools hope to increase the presence of student teachers on campus who may choose to return as fulltime faculty once their degrees are completed. Also being considered are recruitment fairs at major colleges and universities. Other options which have been approved by the School Board include use of teachers placed through the Visiting International Faculty program, a program based in North Carolina which places qualified international faculty in schools across the country. Also being considered is the Virginia Department of Educations’ Career Switcher program This program, which has been used for placement in Rappahannock in the past, is designed for individuals who are moving from a career in another field to a career in education. 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Speeding From Page A1 Road and Main Street and had no success. She asked the Tbwn Council to intercede. The sheriff is scheduled to speak at next month's Tbwn Council hearing on Aug. 13 and residents will have the opportunity to ask questions and hear the sheriff s ideas on the issue, according to Mayor Gene Leggett. In the letter to VDOT, Sheriff Sherertz said that the speeding locations "of perceived severity' are: • Route 628 Fodderstack Road between Jones Lane (private) and the four-way stop adjacent to the Inn at Little Washington and the Post Office. "The greater number of complaints are generated in the section between the VDOT lot and the stop signs,' wrote the sheriff. • Route 211/522 Business (Main Street) between Baldwin’s Grocery and the four-way stop at the Inn And the Post Office. Traffic was reported speeding in both directions. • Route 211/522 Business (Warren Avenue) between the Washington Fire & Rescue building and the four-way stop at the Inn and Post Office. Speeding was reported in both directions. The sheriff said in an interview Tuesday he hasn't receivedv"flf¥iy feedback" from VDOT yet. A reporter's call into Cubbage at VDOT brought a response from Garrett Moore, resident engineer for VDOT, who said the sheriffs letter came into his office Monday. We certainly want to support the county," he said. We are going to evaluate it . . but the specifics we don t know yet.” VDOT representatives and the sheriff are scheduled to meet Friday to tour the speeding sites and work up a plan. Sheriff Sherertz said in the interview he has been talking to "a lot of people around town" about the speeding issue. He said one person who had "an excellent idea" was for mer town resident Louise van Dort who suggested to him that a four-way stop at Fodderstack Road and Harris Hollow Road would require motorists to slow down sooner as they approach town. She also suggested a four-way stop for Main Street at the intersection of Porter Street. The Warren Avenue entrance to Washington could have a warning sign that the speed limit is radar enforced. In the letter to VDOT, Sherertz said it may be that the "signing solution . . . would resolve the majority of these speeding complaints should the data indicate a high percentage of violations." In the interview, Sherertz said, "I want to have some data to look at." In the meantime, "we are going to continue our enforcement effort," he said. From May 19 to June 11 his office began "an enhanced enforcement effort" county wide after obtaining a DMV grant to offer overtime to deputies. The program resulted in 95 citations, he said, 15 of which were issued in the town. 911 From Page A1 Office received a 911 hangup. "If you call 911, you are going to get a cop at your door," said Sheriff Larry Sherertz, explaining the policy he instituted when he became sheriff. When the "cop" came to the Woodville door, he, Capt. Brown, saw marijuana growing in a garden next to the house. Capt. 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Bob Lander, President of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection reading from a paper, asked whether the jerking of RVs, boats, trailfiifjl, etc., would be allowed; whether personal workshops would be housed in a storage shed; whether personal “flea markets” would spring up, being operated out of a shed and whether there was any office to administer the facility? Lander suggested adherence to the pending lighting ordinance; the use of pervious pavement instead of normal asphalt; the creation of semi-public walkways linking adjacent properties; and the use of a “rain garden” instead of a retention pond. When Chairman Tom Junk asked Planning Commission' members for their comments. Jennifer Matthews, representing the county’s Board of Zoning Appeals, asked about lighting and was assured by the applicant that the roof overhang would provide down shielding. On her question about resiricuons on me use or sheds, it was noted that the Virginia Self Storage Association provided comprehensive guidelines and a copy of such could be provided. The storage sheds would be used for storage only. It was noted later, that operations would be from dawn to dusk, but 24-hour access would be available by an automated card-key system. This would allow tradesmen to store tools and supplies and retrieve such at early morning hours for jobs, say, in Northern Virginia. Ray Brown, Jackson District, asked if there was a real need for self-storage sheds in the county. The applicant felt there was, that it would be profitable and such a facility was due. Ron Frazier, the Board of Supervisor’s representative on the Planning Commission, commented on the pedestrian walkways idea. He felt there was a basic conflict between traffic and sidewalks along Route 211. Tom Junk, Piedmont District, stressed the need for a turn lane due to future development in the area, and noted that signage could be restricted to the entry area off Route 211. He also felt the use of berms along the edge of Route 211 would mitigate the visual impact of the entire commercial district as it developed. Tom Tepper, StonewallHawthorne District, favored keeping large trees along the edge of Lee Highway, instead of removing them in favor of berms. This became a discussion point, berms vs. trees, and was resolved by recommending that trees be retained until they failed. Tepper was also concerned with the, visual effect of the uncommonly long sides of the storage shed facility. He recommended that it be “articulated,” that is, the length be broken up by bumping out sections here and there. Tepper also suggested that the color of the split block facade be red, in keeping with the new Rappahannock National Bank across the way. On the runoff and drainage situation, it was concluded that the use of a bioretention pond or a “rain garden” would be better than the use of impervious pavement. McCarthy noted that gasoline, oil and other toxic liquids might be a problem to groundwater in the area if filtered through an impervious pavement. A1 Henry, Hampton District, noted that the number of units, 125-135, was reasonable, considering facilities elsewhere have 1,000 units or more, built in phases. Henry felt trees were better than berms. He suggested that a pedestrian easement, say 10-feet, would be desirable. It was also clarified that inoperable vehicles would not be stored at the facility. Charles Strittmatter, Wakefield District, the lone nay vote, asked what economic benefits would accrue to the county from the storage shed facility. McCarthy said it would be in the form of real estate taxes. Before the vote on the application, the following list of 12 conditions for approval was prepared, with the understanding that the detailed site plan, possibly due in September, would specifically address these conditions: A turn lane is required; signage is allowed only at existing access/entrance; deeded right-of-way access to property through Mid State Electric is to be prepared; no storage of inoperable vehicles; all utilities on site to be buried; all lighting on site to be down-shielded and interior to site. Other conditions are: Any chain-link fence to be PVC coated in either hunter green or black; a right-of-way of 8-10 feet for pedestrian access along existing VDOT right-of-way for future pedestrian access; stormwater on site to be managed by “rain garden” retention and stormwater pond as secondary means; articulate exterior (western) wall of buildings, with architectural features to break up mass; materials for structures to be pitched standing seam metal roof (hunter green) and walls to be split face block; retain frontage trees and expand landscape or berm front at Route 211.

• Neighbors/B2, B4 • Classifieds/B5, B6, B7 • Obituaries/B8 • Real Estate/B8 July 24, 2003 www.timescommunity.com Summer vacation: fun, sun and no TV, Headwaters' photos courtesy of Naomi Smoot-Kimble David Williams, Tiericia Shak and Beth Pratt sit with Gizmo. They were part of a Headwaters' course in animal grooming at the Rappahannock Animal Shelter. Angelica Vittitow is in her second week of basket weaving. Sarah Hazel paints a tile in a Headwaters' class this month. What Rappahannock offers By Naomi Smoot-Kimble Special to the Rappahannock News Remember summer vacation? Three months of fun, sun and relaxation without teachers, homework or alarm clocks. Many school districts around the nation are opting to turn these lazy days of summer into mere memories. And as more schools adopt year-round calendars others fear the disadvantage their students may have because of the three-month break from structured classroom learning. Dr. Jerry Martin of Rappahannock’s Clinic said these vacations have outlasted their usefulness. “Summer vacations, to me, are a hold over from when we were an agrarian society,” he said. Summer vacation, he .explained in an interview, was initially intended as a break from classes so children could assist their families with farm work. Now that America has moved towards a less agrarian society, and children are less likely to participate in the labor force, vacations are less of a necessity. Martin said that the modem benefits of a summer vacation vary depending on how children spend their time. “If you’re going to sit in front of the television all day, then I think it’s a horrible idea,” he said. “Sedentary life styles lead to being overweight. I think kids need to exercise their muscles, they need to learn sports.” If children are active during this time off he feels the results are different. “It’s really a golden opportunity to broaden your horizons, to read books and to learn new sports,” he said. Virginia Miller, a registered nurse who also works at Rappahannock’s Clinic said many children are inactive during the summer months. “They sit and watch television all day. That’s why kids are so obese, they spend too much time with video games and computers,” said Miller. Ann Baumgardner, Director of Blue Ridge Counseling Services in Warrenton, says there can be many benefits to a well-used summer vacation. When children have the opportunity to take vacations and spend time with their family she said it can be an excellent opportunity for bonding. ‘Tor the kids that can’t have that,” she said, “it’s a negative thing.” Tb her, television is not as big of a problem as a lack of supervision. “Now that a lot of parents work outside the home, more children are left unsupervised. They may be left by themselves all day. They need supervision,” she said. How does one solve the perceived ills of summer? “The obvious answer,” Martin said, “is to get rid of the television, or restrict its use. People see it as a surrogate babysitter.” This can be seen in the vast amount of time children spend with their television sets, both watching and playing. According to James D. Ivory of the University of Wyoming, in 1993 children were spending an average of 4.2 hours per week playing video games. The See SUMMER, Page B4 4 H photos courtesy of Kenner Love Campers honed their fishing skills in the pond during 4-H day camp. Sally Havstad teaches 4-H campers about flower arranging as her students look on. Children who participated in the 4-H Day Camp's Creeks and Critters class enjoyed wading in the creek while learning about marine life. Pan'Masters Steel Orchestra Bluemont Concert: Pan Masters Steel Orchestra The Bluemont Concert Series will present the Pan Masters Steel Orchestra on Saturday, July 26 at 7:30 p.m. on the lawn of the old Warren Green building in historic Warrenton. The evening’s performance is made possible by the support of the Fauquier Bank. Admission is $5 per person; $3 for Bluemont friends and seniors and $1 for children under six. Proceeds go to support Bluemont’s year round Artist-InEducation Program in area schools. See BLUEMONT, Page B2 Civil War tour slated for Sept. 20 at historical park By Mary Hoffherr Special to the Rappahannock News The Blue Ridge Civil War Round Table is sponsoring a bus tour of Pamplin Historical Park & The National Museum of the Civil War Soldier on Saturday, Sept. 20. The bus leaves the Amissville Methodist Church parking lot, located on Route 642 Viewtown Road just off Route 211 at 8 a.m. and returns at 5:30 p.m. The cost is $35 per person (includes bus, three-hour guided tour by a park ranger, and plenty of time to visit areas of interest. Bring a lunch and enjoy the picnic grounds or purchase lunch at the new cafeteria (prices range from $5 to $7). Make checks payable to the “BRCWRT” and mail to P. O. Box 362, Amissville, Va., 20106. Reservations are confirmed only when check is received. No refunds unless bus is canceled. Please include your name and phone number with your check. For further information contact: Mary Hoffherr at 540-9373859 or email mho4@erols.com. Reservations will be closed on Sept. 6 or when the bus is full. Located just south of Petersburg, Virginia Pamplin Historical Park is the site of the Battle of Petersburg. This critical Civil War battle occurred on the morning of April 2, 1865. Union troops led by Ulysses S. Grant’s broke through the defensive line of Robert E. Lee’s troops, ending the 10 month campaign of Petersburg and setting in motion the events leading to Lee’s surrender at Appomattox one week later. There will be a three-hour tour lead by a Pamplin Park ranger. In addition visitors can visit the National Museum of The Civil War Soldier the park’s centerpiece. The 25,000 square foot, $13 million facility provides realistic scenes of training camps, field hospitals, winter bivouacs and a Civil War battlefield. Thirteen Civil War soldiers tell of their experiences in camp, on the march and in battle. At the Battlefield Center a fiber optic battle map explains the 10-month campaign in 1864-1865 for the city of Petersburg. See TOUR, Page B2 h——I ■— *1 An historical interpreter, dressed in a Confederate uniform, stands watch at the Fortifications exhibit at Pamplin Historical Park in Petersburg, Va.

- Activities A • V: L Shiloh Baptist Pastor: Rev. Michael Tinsley Sr. Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship service 11 a m. F.T. Baptist Pastor: Dan Yowell Sunday: Sunday-School 10 a.m. Worship'll a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9 a.m. Morning Prayer 10 a.m. Promise Land Baptist Pastor: Herbert Johnson Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. New Hope Baptist Bible Pastor: Carl R. Menefee Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6 p.m. Wednesday: Evening Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Father Robert J. DeMartino Masses: Saturday Vigil, 5:30 p.m. Sunday, 8:30 and 10 a.m. Holy Days of Obligation call 675-3432 Weekdays Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. Confessions: 4:30-5 p.m., Saturday, after masses. Forest Grove Baptist Pastor: Dan Hough Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship Service 11 a.m. Macedonia Baptist Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. County Methodist services Rappahannock County Methodist churches will have worship ‘ services as follows: Flint Hill at 8:45 a.m.; Willis Chapel at 10 a.m.; and Sperryville at 11:15 a.m. The Rev. Merlin Shorb is pastor and invites the public. Washington Baptist Pastor: Rev. Phillip Bailey Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist > Interim Pastor: Rev. Malcolm Cadd Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Morning Service 11 a.m. Evening Service 6:30 p.m. Tuesday: Bible Study 7 p.m. Massanova Pentecostal Pastor: Rev. L. D. Savage Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Youth 5:45 p.m. Evening Worship 7 p.m. Tuesday: Worship 7 p.m. Hopewell Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. Henry A. Townes Associate pastor: Rev. Anna L. Alls berry Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a m. Morning Worship 11 a m. Wednesday: Bible study 7 p.m. , New Harvest Christian Fellowship Sunday: Worship service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday and Friday: Home group 7 p.m. Services at Viewtown General Store Flint Hill Baptist Church Speaker: Rev. John Farrar Second, Fourth & Fifth Sunday: Worship Service 11 a.m. Gid Brown Hollow Pentecostal Sunday: Sunday School 11 a.m. Second and Fourth Sundays only Battle Run Primitive Baptist Churc^ Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m Church News Church celebrations Shiloh Baptist Church, organized July 27, 1873 in Woodville, invites everyone to share in a day of fellowship at its Anniversary Picnic celebrating 130 years of service on Saturday, July 26 at 12 noon on the church grounds. Come and share lots of good food and Christian fellowship. It is a great opportunity to bring a specialty dish. The Promise Land Baptist Church Senior Choir, Men’s chorus and Young Adult chorus have combined to celebrate their anniversaries on Saturday, July 26 at 6 p.m. at the Promise Land Baptist Church in Washington. Brother Baylon Brooks and the Voices of Salvation from the Mt. Paren Baptist Church Linden. Va. will be the guest singers. Everyone is invited to the celebration. Bethel Baptist Church Senior Choir of Amissville is inviting one and all to help celebrate its anniversary on Saturday, Aug. 2 at 5 p.m. There will be various choirs, a soloist and musical groups. Come and enjoy an evening of joyous music and fellowship. The Rev. Forrest L. Freeman Sr. is the pastor. Vacation Bible School Vacation Bible School will be held the week of Aug. 11-15 from 9 a.m. to 11 a m. at the Fellowship Assembly of God. This year’s theme is “I'm On My Way To Heaven." Join each day to sing, share Bible stories and make crafts. For more information call Judv Cress at 987-8230. Homecoming on Aug. 5 Mt. Moriah Baptist Church in Amissville invites everyone to join its annual Homecoming celebration on Sunday, Aug. 3. at Pre-homecoming revival services begin at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 31 with guest preacher, the Rev. Reese Washington, pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, Madison Mills, Va., and on Friday, Aug. 1 with guest preacher Rev. Gillison Wanzer, pastor of First Springs Baptist Church, Turnbull, Va. Sunday all day service begins at 11 a m. with Pastor Lemuel Montgomery. Dinner will be served following morning service. Guest preacher Rev. Arthur Greene, pastor of Swift Ford Baptist Church in Criglersville and vice-moderator of the Second National Ketoctan Baptist Association will speak at 3 p.m. ‘Rangers’ & ‘Missionettes’ Fellowship Assembly of God is seeking young men and women interested in joining the Royal Rangers’ and Missionettes’ program. Their meetings are held Wednesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. Royal Rangers is an international program of the Assemblies of God that is similar to Boy Scouts, but with a more direct emphasis on the development of a boy’s Christian character for ages kindergarten though high school. These goals are achieved through activities, exciting outings and structured learning. Royal Rangers is divided into groups according to grade level, with advancement occurring each September. Missionettes is an international program of the Assemblies of God that is similar to Girl Scouts, in which girls ages three through high school gather to learn about Jesus and biblical truths through activities, crafts and projects, memorization, songs and relationships. Parents interested in having their children participate in these programs may call 987-8230. Gid Brown revival The Gid Brown Bible Baptist Church in Washington will hold a revival from July 23-27 with Evangelist Jerry Whiteheart at 7:30 p.m. Pastor John Burke invites all to attend. There is special singing nightly and a nursery is provided. Summer parties and events in Viewtown Gladys Dodson was surprised with a birthday party by her family and friends on Saturday at the Forest Grove School. Some 40 people attended. Janet, Lori, Devyn, Dalton and Kaylee Hitt, Julia, Leigh Ann and Lila Hodo and Karen and Qane Chapmas spent Tuesday at Vint Hill pool. Sherry Corbin had a birthday party for her son, Gerry Corbin Jr., at Mountain Run Lake on Sunday Some 20 people attended. Devyn, Dalton and Kaylee Wit: Viewtown By JOAN REID 937-4968 Hitt, LeigJvAnn and Lila Hodo went to Vacation Bible School at Gourdvine Church. Junior and Gloria Switzer went to a crab feast in Maryland over the weekend. Charles, Shirley and James Dodson, Susie Weaver and Carolyn Dodson went to Chincoteague, Va. over the weekend. More July birthday wishes go out, this time, to my mother, Gladys Dodson and my son, Joey Reid, whose birthdays were on the 5th of July, also my daughter, Sherry Corbin who celebrated her birthday on the 13th and my grandson, Gerry Corbin on the 18th. Janet Hitt, Gloria Switzer, Sherelene Wayland, Shirley Bawkley, June Compton, Carol Smith and Susie Coffey all went on a boat ride down the James River on the Annabelle Lee. Janet and Roger Hitt hosted a 4th of July cookout for their family and friends. I’d like to thank everyone for their support at , the Amissville carnival. It was a huge success. Elizabeth Switzer has returned home and is doing well. Bluemont From Page B1 The popular Pan Masters Steel Orchestra thrills audiences with exotic island instruments, great music and dancing on the green. Its eclectic repertoire ranges from traditional island calypso, reggae and soca to the band’s interpretations of Stevie Wonder, the Beatles, J.S. Bach and more. Originally from the Islands of Trinidad and Tobago, the Pan Masters are perennial winners of Baltimore, Washington and New York City steel band competitions, including outstanding performance awards at the D.C. Caribbean Carnival for the past 10 years. The Pan Masters have performed for Bluemont since 1982, and many of the current band members are children of the original Pan Masters. A Bluemont audience favorite, this fantastic performance is not to be missed. Plan to bring a lawn chair or a blanket to sit on. Fauquier Habitat for Humanity will provide homemade refreshments as a fundraiser for its programs. Door prizes donated by local merchants will be awarded during the intermission. Pets, alcohol and smoking are prohibited at all Bluemont events. In case of bad weather, the concert will be held at the Taylor Middle School auditorium. Tour From Page B1 The park also contains the Tudor Hall Plantation, a restored 1812 home that was used as headquarters during the Petersburg Campaign by Confederate Brig. General Samuel McGown. This plantation features outbuildings including a working kitchen and two slave quarters. Adjacent to the Tudor Hall is The Field Quarter, one of the finest interpretive sites of slave life in America. Reconstructed cabins and outbuildings along with agriculture plots illustrate the living and working environment for field slaves. The provocative video “Viewpoints of the 1850s,” brings visitors in touch with 19th century Americans and their feelings about slavery. The park is also home to the Banks House, used by Lt. Gen. U. S. Grant as headquarters on the night following the battle of April 2. The complex features an original slave quarter and kitchen, one of only a few such structures remaining in Virginia. Breakthrough / Trail: walk in the footsteps of history. Discover picket posts, house sites, and a remarkable stretch of original Confederate fortifications. Brookside Restaurant - & Gift Shop U S. 211 E Luray Foothills of Blue Ridge Mountains Sun. to Thurs. 7 a m. - 10:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday 7 to 8:30 p m. (540) 743-5698 ROBERT J. CLATTERBUCK Plumbing and Heating Flint Hill, VA 675-3378 W.C. THOMPSON FUNERAL HOME 503-7 NORTH MAIN ST. CULPEPER, VIRGINIA (540) 82S6700 CHERRY STREET Building Supply Corp. “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs ” 1418 Oranoe Road Culpeper (540)825-0937 Sperryville Emporium “The Shop that has EVERYTHING" U. S. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 Do you sometimes wonder if God hears you? In our world, we expect expediency. Faster is better. Yet, God’s way does not conform to mankind’s impatience; rather God has His own timetable that cannot be rushed. We read in 2 Peter 3:8-9... “But do not forget one thing, dear friends: With the Lord a day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years is like a day. The Lord is not slow in keeping His promise, as some understand slowness...” The nineteenth century master theologian and pulpit speaker. t, Charles Spurgeon, advised... “If [your] vision tarry, wait for it to % come.' and the appointed time shall surely brin&it." Go about your g daily business, trusting in God's Word, for answers to your prayers may come to you in ways you may not understand. Later you realize... “I know now why God gave me that particular situation"; or “My decision was guided by the Lord". Matthew 6:8 assures us, ... “for your Father knows what you need before you ask Him." Learn more about God’s answers to prayer as you worship this week. Why not do it God’s way? 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Henselstone Window & Door Systems 540-937-5796 More of what you’re looking for. Get Into It! Call Jeanne Cobert 540-347-4222 Upcoming Events 7ravelin’Jack & Co. Puppeteer Christopher Hudert and his cast of puppets will present three American folk-tales at the Rappahannock County Library on Saturday, July 26 from 2-3 p.m. Told in the style that entertained audiences in America's Colonial days, the first tale. ‘‘Foolish Jack,” tells about Jack's adventures when he leaves home. The puppets next investigate “Why Dogs Chase Cats.” The final tale, "A Bundle of Troubles," reminds us to count our blessings, not our troubles. This program is suggested for K-5 and family audiences. Baseball registration Babe Ruth Fall Baseball registration will be held at Stuart Field on the following dates: July 26 from 9 a m. to 12 noon, July 31 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Aug. 1 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. ,Aug. 2 and Aug. 9, from 9 a.m. to 12 noon New registrants will need to provide birth certificates for age verification. Any questions, call Randy Johnson 540-347-5624 or Tom Beaver, 540-937-3005. Open Gy ms There will be open gyms for the following teams at the Rappahannock County High School: Mondays, Girls' Basketball 6-8 p.m., Grades 6-12; Tuesdays and Thursdays Boys’ Basketball 5:30-8 p.m. Grades 8-12; Wednesdays, Girls’ Volleyball 6-8 p.m., Grades 8-12. These days and times are in effect until Aug. 1. Family reunion The Jenkins-Sisk-Woodard family reunion will be held Sunday, Aug?3 at the Rappahannock County Recreation Center on Route 211 in Washington at 12 noon. Bring your family and a covered dish. For more information, call Louise Woodard 6752041. Fiberarts workshop to open Misty Mountain Farm will open its new Fiberarts Workshop in Amissville on Saturday, Aug. 2 from 10 a m. to 4 p.m. Classes will be held throughout August in weaving, hand-spinning, felting and knitting. TheTe will be a Fiber Camp for children with visits with the farm’s sheep, angora goats and llamas. The workshop will have hand-dyed yarns for weavers and knitters as well as hand-spun and handwoven items available. For more information, call 937-4707. Culpeper soccer course The Culpeper Soccer Association is holding a “F” certificate course on Aug. 1-2 at St. Luke’s Lutheran School in Culpeper. This will be a U-8-U-10 module. Interested individuals may contact Barb Phelps at 825-6795 to register. The cost of the course is $15.00 per person. Dwyer family reunion The 14th annual Dwyer Family Reunion will be held at the Fire Hall in Washington on Saturday, July 26 at 10 a.m. Summer theatre camp There is still time to register for the Rainbow Bridge Youth Theatre Summer Performing Arts Camp in Washington with Kitty Keller Keyser, Jean Elizabeth, Dontez Harris and Aron Weisgerber. The camp runs the week of July 28 and the week of August 8 Monday-Friday from 10 a m. to 4 p.m. for ages 6 8. 9-12 and teens working in three groups and performing together. They will produce “The Chumash Story: A Rainbow Bridge Legend.” The camp features theatre games, character building, scene study, stagecraft, creative movement, music percussion, wind and string instruments and nature outings. The program will culminate in a performance for family and friends. Cost is $225 (members $195). To register call: 987-9727. Area artists invited to show The Middle Street Gallery in Little Washington invites area artists to submit artwork for an exhibition entitled “Wood.Stone Steel." $ Acceptable artwork can either be made from wood, stone or metal or artists can take these materials as subject matter. Both two and three-dimensional art are welcome. There is no entry fee. The jury may reject artwork deemed inappropriate. The gallery will deduct a 40 percent commission from work sold. The exhibition will run from Aug. 1-Aug. 31. All work must arrive at the gallery no later than July 29. Call Steven Kenny at (540) 675-2355 for more information and to arrange for delivery of artwork. Free Clinic open on July 30 Tiae Rappahannock Free Clinic, a local branch of the Fauquier Free Clinic operates on the first, third and fifth Wednesday evenings of each month. The clinic will be open on July 30 in the Rappahannock County Health Department in Washington. Patient registration is from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. For further information, call 675-2525 or 347-0394. Summer art classes The Oldway Art Center will sponsor summer studio classes for children ages five to nine on Wednesdays until Aug. 13 and for children ages 10 to 16 on Thursdays until Aug. 14 from 1 to 3 p.m. Persons 17 and older can attend on Fridays until Aug. 15 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The cost is $50 per session. The full six weeks is recommended, but not required. Art supplies will be provided for ages five to nine only. Call Monica Newell at (540) 987-9056 or email at Elvisbellylint@hotmail.com. Virginia Department of Veterans Affairs Claim Agent Walt Phillips will visit the Culpeper Office of the Virginia Employment Commission on Tuesday, July 29 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to assist military veterans with Federal Veterans Affairs forms. The Culpeper VEC office is located at 529 Meadowbrook Shopping Center. Veterans needing to contact Phillips before his visits can call 800-925-0640. Shenandoah National Park 'continues its Field Seminar Series on Saturday, Aug. 9 with a daylong seminar about "Air Quality.” On some days poor air quality makes it difficult to enjoy the panoramic views of Skyline Drive. Park rangers and sciemtists will lead discussions and hands-on outdoor exploration, including a visit!to the park's air monitoring and data collection facility. The cost is $30. Advance registration is required. Call 540-999-3489. Claim agent visits seminar

Novum Baptist Church plans Bible School for Aug. 11-15 Novum Baptist church under the leadership of Pastor Jeff Light has scheduled Vacation Bible School for Aug. 11-15. Dinner will be served from 6 - 7 p.m. at which time Bible school activities will begin and continue until 9 o’clock each evening. On the program for Friday evening will be the Master Hands Puppet Show. A nursery will be provided and all ages are welcome so plan now to bring your children for a great time in the Lord. Belated birthday wishes go out to Allan Knighting who reached number 40 Sunday. Expressions of sympathy are extended to the family of George Jenkins and the family of Laney “Lighting” Menefee, Boston By MARIE RATIONS 987-8802 both of whom passed away last Monday. May our Lord grant comfort to all those at this time. Birthday greetings of the week go out to Randy Norman who celebrates today. Thursday to Turner Foster who adds another year on Friday, Chriss Hetzer claims Monday as his day, my niece Michele Swindler celebrates on Tuesday, also on this day we extend wedding anniversary wishes to Earl and Laura Wharton. Mr. and Mrs. Jake Robinson ,of Castleton Ford Road dined at Golden Corral in Culpeper Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Shelvv Frazier of Castleton Ford Road and Brenda Frazier of Culpeper were Sunday luncheon guests of Mr. Frazier’s sister, Marie Atkins of Acornbrook Lane, Sperryville. Leanna Wharton was a afternoon caller in the Atkins' home. Local residents are urged to support the Girl Scouts in their fund raisers, as troop 642 will be having a car wash at Wal-Mart from 9 a m. until 3 p.m. and troop 133 will be having their car wash at Advance Auto Parts 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. Both washes will be Saturday, July 26 so plan now’ to support this great organization. Bargain shoppers take note. We have word that Goodwill Industries will be coming to town in August and plans to occupy the former Martin Furniture Company building across from Tractor Supply. Belated congratulations go out to Mr. and Mrs. Charles Johnson who celebrated their 35th wedding anniversary with a renewal of vows at Canaan Baptist Church last Saturday. Any students in our area who will be attending Culpeper County Schools for the first time, are encouraged to register this summer and for more information call the school office. An apology is in order for an item last week: Mr. and Mrs. Willie Me Farland celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary, instead of 62nd, thanks to daughter Peggy for the correction. The “Singing and Pickin'" party for the month will be held tomorrow Friday, July 25 at the Salem Fire Hall from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pastor Jeff Light and his choir from Novum Baptist Church plan to take part in the program. Food and beverages will be available from the fire department. Members and friends of Bethel Baptist Church, Reva Way, enjoyed an evening of Gospel singing and a covered dish dinner Saturday evening. Condolences go out to the family of Deacon Howard Glascoe who passed away at Culpeper Regional Hospital and was laid to rest last Wednesday at Canaan Baptist Church Cemetery, Reva Way. His daughter, Marlene Ware has been a long-time faithful nurse at Culpeper Hospital. All plant lovers out there— Sunday, July 27 has been designated as “Take your plants for a walk” day. Aileen company reunion provided ‘a great time’ The Aileen Reunion was ' held at the Flint Hill Fire Department carnival grounds on Saturday with approximately 32 former employees and their families present. The weather was nice, the food was good and everyone had a great time and are looking forward to next year. The Administrative Board of the Flint Hill United Methodist Church met on Thursday at the church. Those present were Barbara Jamison, Mary Frances Bywaters, Bill Pumphrey, Harriet Davis, Esther Settle, Mable Lillard, Shelby Welch, and Merlin Shorb. Mike, Tina and. Laura Crane of Bowie, Md. spent Sunday with his parents, Ernie and Thelma Crane. Our prayers to all those on the sick list. We wish them a speedy recovery. Sunday guests of David and Renee Calisto and Nikki were Carol Nicholson, Chris and Anna Foster, Brenda Hensley, Karen Williams, Duck Jones and Jessie Keyser. Bill and Robin Dennis and Ashlyn and Matthew Dennis Flint Hill By POLLY AYLOR 987-8136 of Jackson, S. C. visited the Ranny Aylor home and F. D. Coffey home on Monday and., with other relatives and friends in the area. They were house guests of Loucille West in Front Royal and return to their home on Thursday. The Flint Hill Baptist Church has worship service on the second, fourth, and fifth Sundays at 11 a.m. Everyone is welcome. The Rev. John Farrar will deliver the message. The Flint Hill United Methodist Church has worship service each Sunday at 8:45 a.m. Choir practice is held on Wednesday at the church at 6:30 p.m. Baptist church members to work with Indians Ellen Mustoe and Frieda Herman, members of the Washington Baptist Church, will be traveling on a mission trip from July 26 until Aug. 2 to Eagle Butte, S. D to work with the Lakota Indians. We pray for a safe and rewarding trip. Rev. Larry Horton will be preaching the 11 a.m. worship services at the Washington Baptist Church on Sunday July 27. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Jones of Gainesville were Tuesday afternoon visitors of Marilyn Bailey. Happy Birthday to Jonathan Deal who has his day on Monday, July 28. Saturday night Mike and Michelle Hankinson of Warrenton, Kenny Miller of Stafford and Sarah Brown had dinner at Griffin Tavern in Flint Hill. The occasion was Washington ByRUTHtLARK 675-3608 ' - Kenny’s birthday. Happy Birthday to our nephew, Gerald Frazier in Spotsylvania who has his day on Monday, July 28 and to Cassie Longyear who will celebrate her day on the 28th also. Recent week-end guests of Alice Butler, Phil Butler and daughter, Kayla were Bill Covelle of McLean, Katherine Covelle and Margaret Griffin of Angola, Ind. Saturday Mr. and Mrs. Harry Harris and children, Sarah and Jamie of Chester Gap entertained with an 82nd birthday party for Bill Covelle. Guests were Katherine Covelle and Margaret Griffin of Angola, Ind., Martha Saunders and daughters Jennifer and Melissa of San Diego, Calif., Mr. and Mrs. Randy Gibson and sons of Chesapeake and Alice Butler, Phil Butler and daughter Kayla of Washington. Mr. and Mrs. Bobby Weakley and son Ronnie Hawkins of Fredericksburg were Sunday guests of Erma Jenkins. Bobby and Tansy Frazier of Castleton were Tuesday evening visitors of Edward and Ruth Clark on Fodderstack Road. Lewis and Dorothy Carroll of Powhatan spent Wednesday until Saturday with Edward and Ruth Clark. Wednesday visitors of Edward and Ruth Clark and their house guests were Brenda McDonald and children Megan and Danny and friend Joe of Haymarket. Dorothy Henny and daughter, Judy of Leesburg were Saturday luncheon guests of Edward and Ruth Clark. Sunday evening Charles and Wendy Clark visited Edward and Ruth Clark. Mark Bailey, daughter Katie and his mother, Marilyn Bailey attended an outside jazz concert in Warrenton on Saturday evening. Give me a call at 675-3608 when you have an item for this column.. Have a safe week! Sheriff candidate Butler to meet with Casdeton residents Steve Butler, local candidate for Rappahannock County Sheriff, will be at the Castleton Community Volunteer Fire Company #5, 593 Castleton View Road, to meet with community residents on Aug. 2 from 5 to 7 p.m. Complementary “cook-out The Perfect Gift .Anytime UWIHSTM “On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” tolls the story of Rappahannock County and its people The soft-bound book includes old photographs and special articles which appeared each month of the 1983 sesquicentennial year in the Rappahannock News plus stories of historical interest from past years. Featuring chapters on education, soldiers, doctors, slavery, freemen and integration, mountain people and the park, The Depression, old mills and settlements, travel, entertainment, natural disasters, mountain justice and farming. The collection of articles was written by the Rappahannock News staff with the help and cooperation of hundreds of Rappahannock people. Stop by the Rappahannock News office or call 540-675-3338 for your copy "On The Morning Side Of The Blue Ridge” $11.95 , yj plus tax and $2.00 for postage style” food will be served. Butler will address guests at 6 p.m. A question and answer period will follow. Election Day is on Tuesday Nov. 4. Rita and Emory bazaar of Mountain Laurel Lane have been busy this summer entertaining family. Rita’s mother flew in from Florida for a mini family reunion held June 12-13. Two of the couple’s three sons, Zottan, accompanied by wife, Molly, and daughter, Mia, and Tibor, with wife, Heidi, and sons, Keaton and Corvin, have been visiting on weekends to enjoy time with family and our beautiful county. Rita and Emory refer to the area they reside in as “Hidden Hollow.” Emory is secretary of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. This past year, M. Rita Lazaar, Certified Public Accountant, moved her business from Fairfax to Castleton. She now runs her business from home (937-1775) assisted by JoAnn Bankston. Saturday, the Thomas family of Midnight Lane visited Rixeyville to attend a family dinner in honor of Michelle and Joe Thomas’July birthdays. The family went swimming and rode 4-wheelers. Joe is Mike Thomas’ father and Michelle is his sister. Camels and donkeys and Castleton By ROSE REED zebras, oh my! That’s what you see these days when you drive by the pasture at Castleton Farm. It’s a hoot. Hope you are eryoying your summer. Call me sometime, we’ll write your story. Summer From Page B1 popularity of such games has increased to the point that entire magazines, websites and tournaments exist for so called gamers, individuals who are interested in video games. i Considering its extreme ! popularity it may seem dauntIing for parents to find activities other then television for their children to participate in, however there is a surprising number of summertime activities for children in Rappahannock. Nature Camp, Belle Meade’s Day Camp, summer reading programs at the ! library, Pony Club, 4-H Camps and Farm Fairs, and the Headwaters’ Summer Program are among the activities in which children can participate. Headwaters’ Summer Program was a two-week event this summer which children grades two through eight could attend free of charge. Course offerings included, drama, stain glass art, candle making, creative writing and photography. “Basically what we were trying to do,” said Headwaters’ Board Member Beth Hilscher, “is offer a wide variety of enrichment programs that these children might not otherwise be exposed to.” Many students who attended Headwaters’ activities were far from the average television junkies. Tiericia Shak, who participated in Headwaters tile making and pet care seminars, said that she had also taken a cooking class this summer at Lord Fairfax Community College. Beth Pratt said that she too had done other things this summer, including attending 4-H camp. Kenner Love, Rappahannock County’s 4-H Extension Agent, said that in addition to getting children involved, his organization’s programs are “trying to teach kids responsibility. We’re trying to help them develop life skills they can use later on.” Summer vacation in Rappahannock is here to stay, at least for now. School Superintendent Bob Chappell said that lack of air conditioned facilities makes the breaks a necessity. Hilscher urged parents to keep their children active during the vacation and acknowledged, “It’s a challenge for parents to make it a productive time.” Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? Turned Down? • Over 31 Years Experience • No Recovery - NO FEE Announcing our new location in Culpeper. •• ^ 400 South Main Street, 3rd Floor (Upstairs from the Social Security Office) Earl J. Oberbauer, Jr. Attorney At Law 540-829-6900 • 1-800-434-3059 FREE INITIAL CONSULTATION Providing Affordable, Quality Legal Sendees Since ll>75 «J»< ’

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Monday advertising herein Is Fair Housing Act, which mal any preference, limitation or on race, color, religion, sex, status or national origin, or intention to references, limitations or the Commonwealth o1 Elimination based on etderKna or handicap. not knowingly accept any state which Is In violation hereby Informed that available on an ASH8URN VILLAGE: Fully furnished, lake view 1 BR w/ health club. Util. inc. Reasonable. 703-729-0905. N. MADISON County. 4BR, AC, W/D hook-up, $800/mo. Sec. dep. & credit report required. 540-987-9211 SPERRYVILLE AREA- 1 BR apt., new cabinets, carpet & paint. $650 + sec. dep. No pets. 540987-8789. WATERFORD- 1BR, 1BA, CAC, W/D, Off street parking. Lg. yd. Pets ok! $1,100/mo. w/ util. 540-882-9785 RESTON: RENT to Own! 3BR, 2BA. Pets ok. Available 8/1. Also, LEESBURG TH 3/2.5. 703-777-2330 O/A. ALDIE- 2-story stonehouse in country setting, 4BR, 1-1/2BA, 2 end. porches, lg yd, no pets, no groups. AvI 815.$1500.703-327-4573 BERRYVILLE: 3 BR. 1.5 BA on priv. farm.2 story, porch, views. $1200/ mo. + util. Up to 3 people. 540-955-3964. BETWEEN MIDDLEBURG & Marshall. 4BR, 2 FBA, $1200/mo. Sec. dep. req. 540-364' 7678. HOUSE & BARN Picture perfect country home/ farmette on 5 acs. 3BR, 2full BA, CAC, DW, W/D, enclosed yard for toddler or pet. 2 stall barn & tack & feed rm, paddock & loads of room to roam. Sparkling clean. $1950/mo 540-428-1873 RAPP. CO, LODGE style house, loft sleeps 4 comfortably, + 2 downstairs, FP, 2 full baths, W/D. elect, heat, on 400 ac farm, spectacular view of Old Rag, use of private lake. $1600/ mo plus utils. Call Mary 540-987-9154. UNISON 4 BR COTTAGE on horse farm. Full equip kitchen, Lge basement - porch. AC - CH refs req $1800 per mo. 540-554-8671 WASHINGTON, VACharming 1 BR cottage in exc. cond. on farm estate w/ mtn views. AH appls. w/d. woodstve, electr. basebd heat. No pets. $800/mo to mo + utils. Refs & sec. dep. 3 mi from Dual hwy. 540675-3328. HAYMARKET AREA: Non-smkg. No pets. Rural/ peaceful, single fam. home. Kitch priv. $400+util 703-753-2020 $500/mo Includes utilities. furnished rm, short term ok. sec. dep. & refs req, W/D, A/C, use of house amenities. Rappahannock Co. 540-987-8248 STERLING- 1 rm w/ balcony in N/S TH, $420/ mo. utils incl. Kit privg, Cable, phn jk. Nr pond. No pets. 703-404-8429. ASHBURN- LUXURIOUS Live-in style, very clean & freshly painted TH w/ room for rent w/ closet & full BA. $600/ mo. 703-475-7545. A BEAUTIFUL, 3BR. TH. Marshall. W/D, garbage disposal, freshly painted. Avail, immed. 540-364-2318 LEESBURG: END unit. 3BR, 1.5BA, exc. cond. fenced yard. Avail 8/1. $1,150/ mo. + security. 703-507-6665. PT of Rocks, MD- 15 min FR Leesburg. 4 yr old EU, 3BR, 2.5BA, W/D, no pets, exc. cd. $1195 + util 301-473-4387. STERLING 3BR TH 1.5 BA gas heat w/d AC dw near schools, college, shopping. Avail immed. $1095mo.540-662-4313 WARRENTON, TH, 3BR, 2.5BA, W/D. garage, no-smk, no pets, 1 yr lease. 703-505-5403. FORMER COUNTY RESIDENT seeks 2-3 BR home in quiet, rural area. Sept. 03-Aug.'04. Prefer furnished. Can pay up to $ 1400/mo. Email mjenmill @aol.com or call 805684-3883 (CA) between 10am-10pm EST. LEASE/RENT Cattle grazing land wanted in Rappahannock County. Flying “A" Farms. 540987-9001. *" Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 ipo-r: i NEW HOME BETWEEN Warrenton & Marshall brick front colonial 4BR, 2.5BA on 3+ acres. 540-364-2977. RAPPAHANNOCK CO. Farmhouse, 2BR, 1BA, Vi ac w/ views, secluded yet convenient. $165K. 540-987-7216. WARRENTON, 85 Moffett Ave., 3BR, full basement, stone FP, 2 driveways, work shop, screened porch. $215K. 540-349-9139 4 MILES W. of Berryville All brick ranch, 4BR, 2 full BA. full basement, in ground pool. 1.82 acres. $350,000. 540662-0736. 133 ^ - . 1* 3 acres w/ access to over 600 ft. wide Potomac River for tremendous water recreation! Beautiful meadow setting w/ gorgeous views. Only $69,900. Easy financing. Won't last, call owner now 304262-2771. 5.5 Acres w/over 250’ of deep boatable Potomac River frontage. Easy access to river w/views of C&O Canal. Mins to town. Rare opp’ty to own! $249,900. Call owner now 304262-2771. 10+ ACS. in established development, Creedmore South, Warrenton. 1.8 mis from Rt. 29 540-349-5925 31 + AC w/access to HISTORIC TROUGHiust mins away! Hardwood setting, close to town. County road, perc, \ new survey. Only $84,900. Call 304262-2770. Ashton Woods HIGH ELEVATION MTN VIEWS 21+ AC $69,900 Interstate Access Gorgeous acreage w/ views of historic Trough! Mins to large canoeing & fishing river. Best financing everl Call now 1-800-888-1262 Deep Water Potomac 3+/-AC-$129,900 Gated Community C & 0 Canal Enjoy breathtaking views of C&O Canal & Potomac w/ deeded access to boatable Potomac. Very private gated community mins to town. Only 1 in area. Low financing. Call now 1-877-777-4837. FOR SALE BY OWNER, 84 AC. Beautiful hardwoods. seasonal stream, private deeded access to 10,000 acre wildlife mgmt area. Great for recreation, retirement & enjoyment Only $249,900. Call owner 304-262-2770. 550 ft STREAM Potomac Rtoer Access 7+ AC - $89,900 Pristine pasture & oaks on large spring-fed stream w/deeded access to 650' wide deep, boatable Potomac River. State rd frontage. Special financing. Call now 1877-777-4837. LEESBURG: 1 acre lot, desirable neighborhood convenient location and views. $195,000. 703777-8562. ONLY ONE! 20+ac*$62,190 Big Mtn Views New! Mix of meadows & woods - level w/ ina. Be 1st to see! Won’t last, call now 1800-888-1262 POTOMAC RIVERFRONT 3 to 20 acres, deepwater riverfront. River view & river access. Hardwoods, meadows, streams. Visit: potomacriverfront.com 360° VIEWS! OWN THE MTN TOP 40 AC *$109,900 Heavily wooded wilderness acreage w / seasonal stream. Privacy unmatched! Build or camp. Long term low rate financing. Call now 1-800-888-1262. SELL YOUR HOUSE in 10 days. We buy houses. Little equity, behind in paymts? No problem. 540-272-2530 fORTH MADISON AREA on scenic byway. Antique store avail, for rent, heat & AC. 540-987-9211 WARRENTON, VA 3930 sq ft commercial property/retail on busy Rt. 29 (old bypass). Call Brian (or more information. 540-347-3470 Ads Work Call a Rep Today Call 347-4222 FORD TRACTOR 1962 - 601 Workmaster. Finish mower, bush hog. blade & other accessories. $5,000. 540-349-9289. A BDRM 5-pc cherry sleigh, dresser, mirror, chest. nightstand, $1395.Never used. Can deliver. 703-924-6664. A BDRM, 2-pc luxury firm pillow top, queen set, $199; king, 3-pc set, $299; full sz set, $175. Can del. 703-924-6664 A BEAUTIFUL DR set 12-PC cherry, table, china, server, sell $2295, never used. Can deliver. 703-924-6664. A BED - CHERRY SLEIGH w/ mattress set. $450. Brand new, 703-898-9247. A BED- $139 FULL SIZE mattress set. New in plastic. Can Deliver. 703-898-9247 A BED $249 KING Pillowtop. New in plastic w/ manufact. warranty Can deliver. 703-8989247 A BED - $1195 - 5PC Cherry set: Bed, drssr, mirr, chest, nt stnd. New in box. Can deliver. 703-898-9247. A BED $149 QUEEN ( Pillow Top. New in plastic with warranty. Can deliver. 703-8989247 ALL IIALIAN LCAIMtH sofa & loveseat. New in original rapper $1,100. Can deliver. 703-8989247. ANTIQUE WALNUT BR set. $750. Call Dave @ 703-727-2344. DINING RM SET Cherry Queen Anne, dbl pedestal table. 8 chairs $1495. Sideboard $49§. China Cab. $995. Will divide. 703-691-2600. DINING ROOM SET - Cherry; Chairs, table, hutch & buffet. Brand new in box $950. Can deliver. 703-898-9247. MOVING SALE - 7/26, 8am-lpm. Furniture, microwave, lawn care* clothes & misc. 20089\ Colchester Road, Purcellville. MULTI FAMILY GARAGE SALE- 7/25-26. 8am ? From Warrenton: 211 W, to Rt. 729 S. follow signs ChapmanCompton 540-675-3796 We’ve Got Northern Virginia All Wrapped UP! Times Classified. Call Today! 540-347-4222 TRI COUNTY FEEDS. Marshall, VA; Pennfield Horse Feeds. Stallmai SALE. $36.50. HAV AH, Tim, Mixed, Straw, Shavings. 888-8233337 NOVA & Montgomery Co. MD. Prime Time Miniatures AMHA, Aug. 2, 12-4p Open House, Miniature horse sale. Food. 7457 Leigh Rd. Warrenton. TENNESSE WALKER; Quarter Mix, Gelding 7yrs. old. 15.3 hands. Very quiet! Perfect for trail riding. $3,000 Call daytime only 540-9879264. or e-mail: ginnaleath@aol.com 248 iMKl Need mulch delivered? DOUBLE SHREDDED QUALITY hard wood mulch, Under $20. per yard (Hus delivery. 540364-6452 Hand hewn beams/ logs. Pine/ oak flooring. Glass, doors, mantels, hardware, columns, screen doors, garden gates, cast iron tubs. Call about restoring vour windows ARI HITKCH RAI. 01.0 HOl'SK PARTS, INC. 540-631 -8906 2 BEAUTIFUL THOMAS hincade paintings, must sacrifice, call evenings. 540-^7-9531 WRANGLER JEANS. 13MWZ, 0936 DEN. Popular sizes in stock. Special orders invited. Happy T rails Western Wear, Beale ton. 540-4391395 BRITTANY SPANIEL PUPS, AKC. Champion bloodlines, excl. hunter Stock. 540-364-3137 FOUND, VIEWTOWN area, med. black, long hair, male puppy. 540937-9909 /-N V---> AUSTRALIAN CATTLE DOG, 3 yr old. male, aH shots, excel dog. Agility prospect. Cattle Dog Rescue. 540-347-4207 ■FREE BEAGLE. To good home. 540-364-3137 FREE KITTENS, 4 mo. old, to loving homes only 703-431-8448. FREE MULCH- For gardens- U Haul, 4mi. off Rte 29 on Rte 651 #6860 Sumerduck Rd, Remington, VA. 540439-2607 -!——'M . t LOST, ALL white Great Pyrenee, thin. Amissville area. female. “Felicia" Reward. 540347-5318 NANNY Haymarket family seeks a PT Nanny for 22 month old in their home. Tues. & Weds. 8:30-7:30. References required. 703-743-5780 An alternative for the Elderly. Nurse w/ 30 yrs. exp. will care tor your loved ones m my pnv. home 5 ac. of quite, safe, <Se relaxing environment. Ref. avail. 540-662-1205 Your AD Could BE HERE Call 347-4222 ChantHy bated Atphali company taolu the folUneinp positions: • Roller Operator • Lutrman • Screed Operators • Shovelraan • Tac Truck Driver iCDLt Only experienced need apply. A Drug Free workplace. Call 703-714-1982 far consideration. With 18 Newspapers In Our Times Community Newspapers Group, We’ve Got Northern Virginia Wrapped up! Call 347-4222 P*ts ■/' Rappahannock Animal Welfare League Landfill, Rt 639, East of Airussville Daily 8:00 a m - 12:00 Noon, except closed Wed. & Sun. CAN YOU MAKE A PLACE IN YOUR HOME FOR GIZMO7 This 6-7 vt. old plott hound has been with us almost 4 years! Yet, he's good natured (except with cats), fnendlv and our smartest dog He's won best tnck and musical haybail awards at RAVVL's Dog Day Afternoon He catches treats m the air He needs someone to love him Can you help!’ 540-937-3336 or 540-937-3283 (voice mail)

CRANE OPERATOR Smith-Midland Corp. a precast concrete producer, has immediate opening for an experienced operator familiar with a 35 ton crane. We offer medical and dental insurance, 401K savings plan, paid vacation and holidays. This is a full-time and year round position. Qualified persons may apply at Smith-Midland Corp. 5119 Catlett Rd. Midland, VA r PURDY BROS. TRUCKING CO., INC. WINCHESTER, VA. DUE TO EXPANDING BUSINESS HIRING FULL-TIME & PART-TIM DRIVERS • $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS • 99% NO TOUCH FREIGHT • 2001 MODEL CENTURY CLASS • FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS • UP TO 32 CENTS PER MILE • 401K • MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, INS. REQUIRMENTS: • VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE • CLASS A CDL • GOOD MVR Midwest, over the road and regional positions INTERESTED, QUALIFIED DRIVERS CALL JERRY 1-888-444-9943 _Local: 540-868-2021 Do You Enjoy Working with Children? Join our team in after-school activities. For elementary school (1st-5th grade) CASA For middle school (6th-8th grade) YAS Recruitment numbers: 04-009 CASA Program Leader 04-011 Middle School Leader Substitute Positions Available Salary Range: $10.70 - $13.90 hr. Visit the Loudoun County Website: www.loudoun.aov Or call the 24-Hour Jobline: 1703) 777-0536 For more information and an application. CARPENTER FORM CARPENTER Smith-Midland Corporation, a precast concrete producer, is seeking a form carpenter experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints. This is year round work. We offer a competitive wages with reviews at 6 months and 1 year. Excellent benefits include 401K retirement & savings plan, health & dental insurance, paid vacation, and education reimbursement. Pay range4 $10.95 - $13.60 per hour. Qualified persons may contact: Personnel Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Phone: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 Email: wtaylor@smithmidland.com EOE M/F/D/V CASA Supervisor 1 onrlonn Countv Government Positions available during the school year with the Children's After School Activities (CASA) program at various community con ter and school sites in Loudoun County Work schedule is Monday Friday. 2:00 6:00 pm, plus time for planning, preparation, and meetings, according to the school ralon dar. Duties include supervision, organization, and management of after school programs for children in grades 1 5 Staff supervision also included. Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a BA in Elementary Education or related field and at least six months experience in supervising children during recreation or educational at tivities (Hiring Range S11.33 S18G3, hr) Ref 04 010. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Web site: www loudotin.gov or call 24 hr job line (703) 777 0536. Human Resources: (703) 777 0213. TDD USERS ONLY (703) 777 0107 EOE. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/ EXECUTIVE SECRETARY Smith-Midland Corp. is seeking an Administrative Assistant to the CKO. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years exix ri ence working directly with a CEO. Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office is required. Duties include transcribing correspondence, taking meeting minutes, proofing, supposing other office personnel and other duties such as planning meetings, corporate functions and company events, making travel arrangements and directing inquires from stockholders. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefit package, including medical/dental insurance. 401K plan .and educational reimbursement. Qualified applicants may send resumes including salary history to: Human Resources Dept. Smith-Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 E-mail: wtaylor@smithmidland.com EOE M/F/D/V has openings in Northern Virginia for MOBILE PRO TECHNICIANS. Mobile Pro Technician is not just a job. It is an entrepreneurial opportunity. You'll manage our all-mobile auto glass operation within your own assigned market area. With the support ofSafelite's resources, you'll manage our all mobile auto glass operation within you own assigned market area With the support of Safelites resources. you'll have all you need to deliver convenient mobile service to all Safelite customers in your area To qualify you must have a minimum of three years auto glass installation experience and you must pass a preemployment drug screen and have a valid driver's license with an acceptable record. We offer superior wages, a company provided installation van, and many other benefits! To apply mall a resume to M. Myers, 1875 Shiloh Dr, York, PA 17404 or call 717-767-4095 and leave a message. HOUSEKEEPER RESERVATIONS Middleton Inn, Washington, VA. A A Expe rie 11 ce pref er red. Good starting rate. Come xcork in a friendly upbeat environment! Please contact Michelle 540-675-2020 to schedule an interview ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT fhis is a multitask position providing support :o the Operations and HR Department. Apolicants must be proficient in Microsoft Word and have advance knowledge in excel Beginning pay range is in the mid to upper 20's. We offer Health and Dental Insurance, 401K retirement and savings plan, paid vacation and educational reimbursement. Qualified applicants may send resumes to: Smith Midland Corp. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Fax: 540-439-1232 Email: wtaylor@smithmidland.com Rappahannock County Public Schools is seeking an outstanding Elementary School Principal This person must demonstrate the belief that all children can be successful and possess the skills to move toward achieving that goal. Must hold Masters Degree in Educational Administration; be immediately eligible for Virginia license with Elementary Principal endorsement, administrative experience preferred. Salary: $51.193-$81,218 based on experience. For application call 987-8773. Deadline: Noon on July 23. EOE. ASAP PAVING Residential/Commercial Seeking qualified personnel. Asphalt experience is required. Benefits available. • CDL Drivers • Screed Workers • Lute Workers • Equipment Operators • Laborers • Project Foremen Fax resumes to: 540-364-2242 or call Vickie: 540-364-7368 For Spanish: 540-364-7443, Jessica PURDY BROS. TRUCKING CO., INC. WINCHESTER, VA. 1 DUE TO EXPANDING BUSINESS HIRING FULL-TIME & PART-TIME DRIVERS • $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS • 99% NO TOUCH FREIGHT • 2001 MODEL CENTURY CLASS • FREIGHTLINER TRUCKS • UP TO 32 CENTS PER MILE • 401K • MEDICAL, DENTAL, VISION, LIFE, INS. REQUIRMENTS: • VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE • CUVSS A CDL • GOOD MVR Midwest, over the road and regional positions INTERESTED, QUALIFIED DRIVERS CALL JERRY 1-888-444-9943 Local: 540-868-2021 MIDDLE SCHOOL LEADER Loudoun County Government Positions available during the school year with the Youth After School (YAS) program at various school sites in Loudoun County. Work schedule is. Monday - Friday, 2:30 - 6:00 p m., according to the school schedule. Duties include assisting in implementing after school activities for adolescents in grades 6-8. Requires a High School diploma and at least six months experience' in. supervising children during recreational or educational activities. (Hiring Range: $10.70- $13.90/hr) Ref #04-011. For additional information and to receive a required application contact Web site: www.loudoun.gov or call 24-hr job line: (703) 777-0536. Human Resources: (703) 777-0213. TDD USERS ONLY: (703) 7770107. EOE SOCIAL WORKER Rappahannock Co. Department of Social Services has and opening for a Social Worker. Must meet the following requirements: Have knowledge of social work principles and practices: knowledge of social, economic and health problems that face individuals, ability to exchange information orally; ability to make and implement case decisions; ability to assess strengths and needs, ability to respond to clients' emotions, ability to plan and manage work, with supervision, ability to write and ability to interpret laws, policies and regulations. Special requirements: Must possess a minimum of baccalaureate degree in Human Services field or a baccalaureate degree in any field plus two years of related experience. Salary range: $26,190 $33,921 You must submit a completed Commonwealth of Virginia application form. These may be obtained from State and local offices of the Department of Social Services, Virginia Employment Commission, or on the website at www.dpt.state.va.us. Application must be received a the Rappahannock County Department of Social Services at 354 Gay Street, Washington, VA 22747, by noon on Friday, August 15, 2003 EOE FlritThW ' S_* CONSTRUCTION EOE RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISOR Northern VA Be Where It All Happens Spend 95% of your time in the field supervising on-site home building operations from start to finish. Assume full responsibility for homes including scheduling and supervising subcontractors to ensure quality control. Excellent Salary, benefits, and PRODUCTION/QUALITY BONUSES are available. Forward resume, salary history to: career@ushome.com Fax: 727-796-8476 US Home Corporation 311 Park Place Blvd, Suite 200 Clearwater, FL 33759 Construction Laborers & Carpenters needed. Must have transportation. 540-349-4266 CONSTRUCTION LEADS, CARPENTERS & HELPERS No Va- Design-build firm of equestrian facilities. Must be courteous & very detail oriented. Will train. Competitive wages with excellent benefits. FT year round with advancement opportunities. Drug & alcohol free workplace. Must have transportation. 703-830-9500 CONSTRUCTION Moore Brothers Company, Inc. is currently hiring hard working laborers and CDL class A or B drivers experienced with utility work for full time equipment, trenchers, backhoes and boom trucks. Work located in Fredericksburg and Northern, VA areas. Excellent pay and benefits. Call (703)930-2501 for more information. Drug Free Workplace. Equal Opportunity Employer. COOK for Mexican Restaurant in Sperryville. Must be experienced. 540-428-2878 Country Cafe Positions available • Waitstaff • Dishwasher Evenings, Mon - Sat. FT/PT Apply within: Country Cafe 389A Main Street Washington, VA 540-675-1066 DRIVERS/ HELPERS local moving company. Must have driver's license & reliable car. Pay $8- $15/hr includes full medical benefits, paid holidays, vacation, & personal days, guaranteed hours. 540-439-6007 CASA Supervisor - Year Round Parks, Recreation, and Comm Services Three (30 hr/wk) year-round positions available with the Children’s After School Activities (CASA) program. Locations are Countryside Elementary School in Sterling, Mountain View Elementary School in Purcellville and Reid Elementary School in Leesburg. Scheduled hours are 2:00 - 6:00 p.m., Monday - Friday, plus time for planning, preparation, and meetings according to the school calendar. Summer hours are to be determined, but will fall between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Duties include supervision, organization, and management of after school and summer programs for school aged children. Staff supervision also included. 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Must be drug free and neat. EOE. Apply in person Dualco, Inc. 21595 Cedar Lane Sterling, VA INSTALLER for truck & van accessories. HILLWOOD SALES 703-754-4611 INSTALLERS Top Window Co. in search of experienced detail oriented installers with carpentry skills. Top Pay! Call 703-222-6900 General Management MARKETING MANAGER Small growing web catalog in Culpeper seeks a Marketing Manager to develop marketing programs for a variety of customer bases and oversee general operation. The right person must be computer literate, creative, and have the ability to manage high levels of activity and demands. Key responsibilities include: copy writing, web content, develop pricing and promotional programs, in-person/phone sales, direct mail campaigns and processing orders. Experience required. We offer attractive salary, health, dental and flexible hours. If you have this unique marketing and management profile send resume w/ salary history by e-mail to: staffina@recreationdvnamics.com or fax to: 540-937-7435, Attn: President All inquiries handled with complete confidentiality Full Tlnw Employment LABORERS FOREMAN For drainage and landscape company in Gainesville/ Haymarket area Must have valid driver’s lie. & transportation. 703-754-1085 LEAD CARPENTER’S/ WORKING SUPERINTENDENTS Wanted for remodeling projects & insurance repairs! Jenkins Restorations Inc. hiring. Good pay, paid vacation. holiday's, health ins., profit sharing and 401K. Only qualified applicants need apply! 703-450-6580 Legal Ass’t /Paralegal Established firm, seeking legal secretary. Litigation experience preferred. Health & retirement benefits. Send resume to: JEC/325059 P.O. Box 631 Warrentbn, Va 20)88 MAINTENANCE/ GROUNDS TECH FT, must have own tools, & knowledge of general maintenance, electric, AC, plumbing,. Must have own transportation. Benefits. 540-820-7638 (cell) Fax resume to 540-249-9332 MAINTENANCE PERSON PT/FT in Warrenton for 68 unit rental property. Duties include grounds work, painting & maintenance of. apartments. General knowledge of plumbing & electrical work. Paid holidays & vacation benefit package available. Salary commensurate with experience. CALL: 540-349-1353 Between 7 am & 3 pm Contact Sylvia Jolley EOE PAINTING/ COATING CREWS Needed immediately for liquid siding, 2-3 person crews. Own equipment needed. Great pay scale. Paid on completion. 703-222-3322 PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT I2479USPS UA POSTAL JOBS NOW HIRING FOR 2003! $14.80 TO $36.00 +Hour Free call-Ap Exam info. • Federal Hire • Full Benefits • Paid Training 1-800-892-5144 Ext. 146 It took 6 YEARS to graduate. Find a job in about 6 MINUTES. 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Laney B. Menefee Born in Rappahannock Laney Rv+en Menefee. 75. of Culpeper died July 14 at Culpeper Regional Hospital He was him Sept. 23. 1927 in Rappahannock County. Mr Menefee was a member of Ml Lebanon Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his wife. Corine Grady Wharton Menefee. two sisters, Alice Virginia Peyton and Ella Mae Menefee and two brothers, Elbert Menefee and Issac Menefee. Mr. Menefee is survived bytwo sons. James William Menefee of Bealeton. George William Menefee of Woodbridge and four daughters, Frances Ann Brooks. Ruby M. Orange, and Betty A. Settle all from Culpeper and Juanita Kenney from Reva. Additional survivors include, 10 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren. A funeral service was held July 18 at Found and Sons Chapel with Rev. John S. Farrar and Deacon Virgil Jones officiating. Interment followed in Fairview Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to the Culpeper Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 731, Culpeper, Va. 22701 or the Madison Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 23, Madison, Va. 22727. Barbara B. Nowlin Amissville resident Barbara B. Nowlin, 57, of Amissville died July 10 at University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville. Mrs. Nowlin is survived by her husband, John Nowlin and one son, John Paul Nowlin from Amissville. Additional survivors include one brother, George Raab, from Long Island, N. Y. A private family service was held. George H. Jenkins Bom in Rappahannock George Jenkins, 73, of Sperryville died July 14. He was a retired steel worker. Mr. Jenkins was preceded in death by one brother, Nelson R. Jenkins. He is survived by two brothers, Richard J. Jenkins of Boston, Frank T. Jenkins from Fairfax and two sisters, Maude Racer from Boston and Mary Atkins from Sperryville. A funeral service was held July 18 at Clore-English Funeral Home in Culpeper with Rev. Oliver Bowles and Rev. Virgil Wilson officiating. Interment followed in Culpeper National Cemetery with military honors provided by the American Legion Post 330 and V. F. W. Post 2524 Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, P. O. Box 5216 Glen Allen, Va. 230585216. John Chadwell Jr. Born in Huntly Staff Sgt. John Daniel Chadwell Jr., 78, of Fayetteville, N. C. died May 1, at his resident. He was a Navy Veteran of World War II and retired from the army having served m the Vietnam War. He was a member of the American Legion, Disabled American Veterans and VFW. Mr. Chadwell is survived by his wife, Ruth S. Chadwell and three daughters, Gail L. Dasen of Cary, N. C. Faye A. Chadwell of Eugene, Ore., and Barbara Sue Chadwell of Asheboro, N. C. and four sons, Gary W. Chadwell of Pearl City, Hawaii, Mark H. Chadwell of Gamer, N. C., Lam- D. Chadwell of Edmond, Okla., and Dennis L. Chadwell of Cary, N. C. Additional Survivors include a sister, Annie B. Mauck of Front Royal, a brother, Lawrence Chadwell of Huntly and seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. A funeral was held May 6 at Rogers & Breece Funeral Home in Fayetteville. Eppie H. Burke Family in County Eppie Hunter Burke, 91, of Berryville died July 15 at Rosehill Nursing Home in Berryville, Va. Mr. Burke is preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Jones Burke. He is survived by two sons, Charles E. Burke of Seabrook, Md., and James Burke of Rappahannock and one daughter, Dorothy Martin of Berryville. Additional survivors include 10 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and four great-great grandchildren. A funeral service was held on July 19 at First Assembly of God in Front Royal. Interment was followed at Panorama Memorial Gardens in Strasburg, Va. Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently in the Rappahannock Circuit Court Clerk’s Office: Charles W. Dodson and others to Anna Virginia Dodson, one acre. .1903 acre, Wakefield District. Deed of gift. Kathryn Davis to Keir A. Whitson and wife, 1.0144 acres, Hampton District. $192,199. Joseph L. Coldren Sr. and others to Joshua Dillow, Blue Ridge Mountain Estates, Lots 1, 2, 3, 4, Section 6, Plat 7, Wakefield District. $83,000. Janies Robert Gibson to Donald R. Chandler and wife, Skvland Falls Estates, Lots 9, 10,' 11, 12. 13, 14, Wakefield District. $89,900. Janies Stewart Willis and wife to Jeff B. Franzen and wife, 41.5781 acres, Tbwn of Washington, Hampton District. $1,590,000. ‘Cooter’s Place’ to celebrate 25th anniversary of ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ This year's Dukesfest, the annual gathering of “Dukes of Hazzard” fans in Sperryville will celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary at “Cooter’s Place” on Saturday, Aug. 9 and Sunday, Aug. 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Among the cast members appearing will be James Best, who portrayed Sheriff Roscoe P. Coltrane, Sonny Shroyer, who played Deputy Enos Strate, and Rick Hurst, the comic actor who played Hazzard Deputy Cletus Hogg. Also appearing will be Don Pedro Colley, who was Sheriff Little of neighboring Chickasaw County, and several of the Dukes famed stuntmen, who will perform in a special stunt driving performance on Saturday evening at 6 p.m. “Cooter” himself, Ben Jones, the former Congressman who played the loyal sidekick mechanic for Bo and Luke Duke, will host the event. “There will be two days of great country and bluegrass music, a Mopar show, a classic car gathering, a Model Car show, and General Lees from all over America and Canada,” said Jones, who along with his wife Alma have operated the Dukes’ theme store for five years. “This year is very special to the cast and crew of the show because we started filming in 1978, 25 years ago. One critic said that our show wouldn’t last past the first commercial break. Has anybody ever been more wrong?” Jones explained, “Although Dukesfest is all free, The Hazzardous Stunt Show will be a separate event, beginning at 6 p.m. on Saturday evening (. fort I i sglrsh -1 u n i >' ar "hoHr m m “Families Serving Families" Unparalleled Service Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA rVayne English, Funeral Director 540-825-2361 Kristen Privett, Funeral Director www.cloreenglish.com Toys for Tots Sponsor www.keymemories.com only. There will be a $10 admission charged for that event. Seniors will pay only $5 and there will be no charge for children 12 and under.” Parking is free along designated areas off Route 211. Free shuttle buses will deliver folks to Cooter’s. r 1 Inspiring IfwngfitA by Randy Minter HELPING CHILDREN UNDERSTAND Most parents wait until they are confronted with death before they start thinking about how to help their children with the concept. That may not be tlie best time, especially if parents are also dealing with the loss. Better to take a few moments and reflect on your beliefs about death and your experiences with it. Then, there are endless opportunities to talk with children about death as a part of like. Most parents ignore these chances, however, trying to protect their children from “unpleasantness.” Experts say that parents should, instead seize these opportunities. The dying blooms on a rose bush can teach a lesson about life and death, as can the changing seasons or the death of a pet. Children understand so much more than we ever imagine so it’s important to give them the right material so they can more easily process what they observe. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME, 223 Broadview Ave., we have resources for you to help your children understand the loss of a parent or loved one. Just ask us for the help you need. Call us at 347-3431 to set up an appointment “Seeing death as the end of life is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean.” David Searls Bean Hollow - New Listing I 7l acres located between Flint Hill and Washington. Frontage on Jordan River with numerous streams running through the property. Mixture of gentle slope and elevated building sites. All hardwoods with new roads through property. $990,000 Fox Flight - l ocated on the edge of the village of Orlean in Fauquier County, this charming restored 1840 house is truly one ot a kind. Situated well off the road with mountain views and an extensive garden, this property is ideal for a weekend home or a hunt box in the heart of the Old Dominion Hounds Hunt. Property includes restored 2200 s. f. home, stable, pasture, and a garage. $639,000 Cornerstone, c. 1870 - 85- - acres farm located in Rappahannock C ounty with incredible mountain views. The 4200sf home has 5 bedrooms, 3-1/2 baths and has been completely restored with all modern conveniences. Other improvements include 18 stall stable, barn, riding ring, 5 fenced-paddocks and in-ground swimming pool. SI.500.000. Finally - Located just outside the village of Flint Hill, on 40+/open elevated acres, 4400 sf custom home built by well known builder. Incredible mountain views in every direction. Property also has bam suitable for stable conversion. Pond with great flow. $869,000. Montpelier c. 1745. Under Contract - Early 18th century manor house on 400+/- acres in the Francis Thornton Valley, at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Rappahannock County. Grand eightcolumned portico, beautiful carved mantels and graceful main stairway. Dependencies include tenant house, ice house, bam, smoke house, 2 additional tenant cottages, and a 2500 ft. grass landing strip w ith three hangars. $2,600,000 Summerhill, Linder Contract - Beautiful 200 acre estate located in the Shenandoah Valley. Set at an elevation of 1200 ft, the 7,000sf home w as 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 01 Frank Hardy, Inc.. Realtors Passive solar home with 3 BR/2BA on 14 acres with open floor plan. Hot tub, hardwood floors, new kitchen, and recreation room could be possible 4th BR. Perfect escape for the weekend or full time residence. Provides peace & quiet. $395,000 Great Farmhouse located in Sperryville. 4 BR/2 BA on two separate lots: .73 & .22, private landscaped yard. $220,000 175 acres of open and rolling hayfields situated at the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The property includes several miles of board fencing, handbuilt stone walls, four spring fed ponds, cattle bams. Covington River flows through the property with a hard surface driveway leading you through the farm. This entire parcel is protected by Virginia Outdoor Foundation Conservation Easement. $1,100,000 12699 Lee Highway • Washington, VA 22747 Sam Snead, Broker Amy Sloane Umbers Denise Chandler Dulcida Estrada Emily Taylor Rappahannock Office: 540-987-9243 www.SamSneadRealty.com Hlf you wish to search the Multiple Listing System go to Homesdatabase.com/samsnead ' Country Living in Virginia Regional, National and International Marketing BEAN HOLLOW 171 acres located between Flint Hill and Washington. Frontage on Jordan River with numerous streams running through the property. Mixture of gentle slope and elevated building sites. All hardwoods with new roads through property. $990,000 ^ Justin H. Wiley, (540) 672-5603 Representing owners and purchasers of Virginia’s most noted properties: Frank Hardy. Inc.. Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS Sotheby s WARRENTON PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE GLOUCESTER SOLD Regional, National and International Marketing Mount Prospect Justin Wiley of Frank Hardy, Inc. is pleased to announce the recent sale of Mount Prospect, a circa 1850's brick manor set on 41 acres on the edge of Historic Washington, Virginia. From its hill top position the home, completely restored and expanded, maintains its “prospect” of the town with its church steeples to the north east and the Blue Ridge Mountains to the west. Amenities include pool, guest house, stable and restored smoke house. Justin H. Wiley, (540) 672-5603 Representing owners and purchasers of Virginia’s most noted properties: Frank Hardy, Inc . Realtors FARM AND ESTATE BROKERS Sotheby's WARRENTON PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE GLOUCESTER