Rappahannock News, February 5, 2004

V ** * t , ' # ‘i 1 Rappahannock County’s Family Newspaper Since 1877 126th Year... No. 6 Phone (540)675-3338 THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2004 www.timescommunity.com 50 cents Grant request sparks battle ro ‘Headwaters. . .polluted her mind’ Ron Frazier By Nicholas M. Horrock and Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Staff Writers Supervisor Ron Frazier leveled an excoriating attack Monday at a Rappahannock County school system writer for preparing and submitting a paper for a grant that he said would “infuriate” many citizens and suggested that the Board of Supervisors “consider ending the funding” for the woman’s job. Claiming that the grant writer, Amy Silver, “has apparently spent her time around Headwaters till they have polluted her mind and have her writing grant requests that would infuriate a large segment of our citizenry,” Frazier suggested that as long as the grant writer’s job is paid with public funds, not a “proposal leaves this county that is not reviewed by a third party.” Headwaters is a nonprofit group that assists education and Silver works for it and the Rappahannock County school system. “The very people putting her up to denigrating the good people of Rappahannock County for supporting our large lot zoning,” Frazier said, “were themselves partaking of the beneficial tax breaks they blame for ‘restricting funding.”’ Frazier read his condemnation of the grant paper at the public comment section of the Board of Supervisors Monday. Several others including Joy Sloane, Gwen Hays and Board Chairman Peter Estes also criticized the language of the paper. Frazier’s attack mentioned no names, but in an interview later, he acknowledged he was referring to Silver. He said Bill Dietel was one person who enjoyed the tax advantages of the county’s land rules and yet attacked them. The dispute seemed assured to reopen a battle both at the Board of Supervisors and at the School Board over the county’s zoning provisions and school funding. Angry emails and telephone calls criss-crossed the county Monday. Frazier said there were proposals to See GRANT, Page A3 This is the old business of come heres and born heres.’ Bill Dietel Does Louderback have answer to Virginia’s tax battle? By Nicholas M. Horrock Rappahannock News Staff Writer RICHMOND - As an historic confrontation looms in this capital over tax increases, one compromise legislators may grasp is the “revenue neutral” plan of Delegate Allen Louderback, a sharp-eyed former investigator with the U.S. General Accounting Office, who represents Rappahannock County. After nearly a month, the General Assembly is faced with three main proposals to reform Virginia’s tax code— a code not seriously revised since before World War I: • Democratic Gov. Mark Warner’s plan calls for increased sales and cigarette taxes as well as an income tax hike for people earning over $100,000. He wants to raise $1 billion of his $59 billion budget plan. • Sen. John H. Chichester, RStafford, chairman of the powerful Senate Finance Committee wants to raise $2.5 billion through even more radical tax hikes. • Louderback wants to reduce the sales tax to four cents; exempt $15,000 for every taxpayer, $30,000 for married couples and pay for it by extending the sales tax to the service industry. * At the same time, Republican House Speaker William J. Howell, RStafford, claims Virginia cam run the government without new taxes, by finding cuts in current programs and artfully taping federal programs. He has eased his stand recently saying he See TAX, Page A5 Meetings • On Thursday, Feb. 5 the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Rappahannock County Courthouse on Gay Street. • On Tuesday, Feb. 10 the Rappahannock County School Board will meet at 7 p.m. (closed session) and 7:30 p.m. (public session) at the Rappahannock County High School band room. • On Wednesday, Feb. 11 the Washington Town Council will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Town Hall on Gay Street. The agenda includes a resolution in recognition of the late Dr. William Young and an update on the wastewater treatment system. Rappahannock News P.O. Box 59 Washington, Va. 22747 (540) 675-3338 (540) 675-3088 (fax) Another era Carpenter Doug Obendorf points to a crack below the stairway where he found a century-old photo of an unidentified baby during restoration of The Viewtown House’ which was owned by the late Dr. J. W. Humphries who lived there from the late 1800s on and practiced medicine in the home. The house now belongs to Helen Dixon of nearby Dixie Meadows farm, shown with her dog, Cinnamon, in front of the house. Rappahannock News Photos/Richard Lykes If only walls could speak... By Mary Ann Kuhn Rappahannock News Staff Writer < Doug Obendorf was on his ladder taking down the ceiling of an old farmhouse in Viewtown last week when a shower of plaster and dust came down from under the stairway. He got off his ladder after he spotted a small piece of paper in the pile of debris on the floor. “ItSvas completely covered in dirt, just a square piece of paper. I kept rubbing it and the more I brushed it off, the more I could see a picture,” the Amissville carpenter said. It turned out to be a professional quality photograph, a very old one, 100 or more years old, of a baby dressed in a gown. Obendorf, who works for Roger Cordani General Contracting, was helping to restore the farmhouse, circa 1880, that Helen Dixon of nearby Dixie Meadows owns. “I thought it was worth coming down the ladder to look at this with all the history in the house,” said Obendorf. This isn't just any farmhouse. It is called "The Viewtown House” by those in the community and it belonged to Dr. J. W. Humphries who Dixon says, “delivered a lot of babies in the Amissville area over the years.” Dr. Humphries not only lived there but practiced medicine in the home she said. Dr. Humphries had a son, Robert, also a doctor, who was bom in the house in 1909 and died at the age of 92 only two years ago. The identity of the photo is not certain but it may be either the senior Dr. Humphries or his son. The only identification on the back of the photo is the word “Studios” and it lists locations in Philadelphia, Washington, D.C. and Atlantic City, N.J. Handwritten on the back of the photo in pencil is “Mr. J. V. Humphries Viewtown.” There are other words but they are illegible. Dixon is trying to locate members of the Humphries family or someone who knows where the relatives are to give them the photograph. “It belongs to them,” said Dixon. “I think it should be in their family.” Obendorf said that a few days after he found the photograph, he and another carpenter, Sam Ruble, were taking down more ceiling and found another piece of paper. This one appears to be a child practicing writing with the name Humphries spelled on the piece erf paper along with numbers. ^ Obendorf says he’s neyer found anything like a baby picture or a child’s handwritten note or anything so connected to a house like this. “Maybe someone wanted us to find it,” he said. Big turnout expected for Virginia Democratic primary By Nicholas M. Horrock Rappahannock News Staff Writer With all four front running presidential candidates pouring money and time into Virginia, the state’s Democrats believe they’re on a roll for a major primary voter turnout on Feb. 10 and a chance to revitalize the party here for the fall elections. Linda Bland, spokesperson for the Virginia Democratic Committee said that Senators John Kerry, D.- Mass., John Edwards, D.-N.C. former Vermont Gov. Howard Dean and retired Gen. Wesley Clark have all agreed to attend the Jefferson-Jackson Day in Richmond Saturday and that the dinner has been sold out for several days. “That’s never happened before,” she said. Even if one candidate sweeps the 269 delegate votes available on Feb. 3, Bland said, the total needed to win is nearly 2,200 and Virginia becomes a key part of the test for electability in the South. In Rappahannock County with some 5,000 registered voters, Floyd Stilley chairman of the county Democrats sees the election has an opportunity to identify- independents who will back the issues the Democrats want to emphasize. Though western Virginia has traditionally been heavily Republican, as people in Northern Virginia move out to the rural counties, the number of Democrats or liberal independents increases. Virginia does not register by party affiliation and the primary is an important time to find voters. The Rappahannock Democratic party is holding a meeting at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington Sunday at 2 p.m. to see a documentary critical of President George W. Bush’s Iraq war policy, Stilley said. The presentation will be followed by a discussion with surrogates standing in for the foui main candidates. He said Democrats from nearby counties will be invited and refreshments will be served. Polls open in Rappahannock at 6 a m. Tuesday, Feb. 10 and close at See PRIMARY, Page A6 Newsmakers m ■ People page Mitzie Young receives a plaque recognizing the contributions of her late husband. Wiliiam H. Young Jr. See Page A2. Designs galore Visit Rappahannock Mudworks for the premier wine stopper and other ceramic and porcelain gems. See Page B1. Super junk? A Super Bowl viewer’s take on the half-time extravaganza Sunday and “junk TV.” See Page A4. Friday movie Rabbit-Proof Fence’ about Aboriginal Australia will be shown Friday, Feb. 6 at The Theatre in Washington.. See Page B1.

Local Angus breeder recognized in report Monira K. Rifaat of Washington owns one bull listed in the 2004 Spring Sire Evaluation Report published by the American Angus Association in St. Joseph, Mo. Issued in both the spring and fall, the new report features the latest performance information available on 5,428 sires, and is currently accessible at www.angussiresearch.com. “The report provides both Angus breeders and commercial cattle producers using Angus genetics with accurate, predictable selection tools for improving their herd,” says Bill Bowman, American Angus Association director of performance programs. The semiannual analysis for the sire evaluation report contains more than 11 million measures used to generate genetic predictions for the Angus breed. Gray Ghost wins medals Gray Ghost Vineyards swept the “Wines of the South” competition on Jan. 16 winning silver medals on all five wines entered. The award-winning wines are the 2002 Chardonnay, 2002 Reserve Chardonnay, 2002 Adieu, Victorian White and Victorian Red. The competition is an annual event focus ing on southern wineries from Virginia to Texas. The awards were presented in Knoxville, Tfenn. Gray Ghost Winery is located at 14706 Lee Highway in Amissville and can be contacted at 540-937-4869. Its tasting room is open Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. during the winter. irC^WFtT XIB XI St 806 North Main Street • Culpeper, VA 540-825-5585 Wall to Wall Carpet • Sheet Vinyl Flooring • Residential & Commercial Wood Flooring • Laminate Flooring • Ceramic Tile Expert Installation CARPET REMNANTS! We Specialize in Custom Design Ceramic Tile 100’s to Choose From! Florida • Dal-Tile • Marazzi • FREE ESTIMATES • FREE SHOP AT /&\ HOME SERVICE v(6gO); . 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Make check or money order payable to: Rappahannock News, P.O. Box 59, Washington, VA 22747 ginia 22747. This fbtm may also be used fur CHANGE OF ADDRESS Old Address: New Address: L 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 Warrenton, 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, P.O. Box 59, Washington, Virginia 22747 Michelle Keyser to wed James McFarlane Mr. and Mrs. Donald L. Keyser Sr. of Alexandria are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Michelle Sue Keyser to James Gordon McFarlane, son of Mr. and Mrs. Daniel McFarlane of Winlock, Washington. Michelle’s paternal grandparents are Addie Keyser and the late Robert L. Keyser of Washington. Michelle’s maternal grandparents are the late Arden Clare and Dora Underwood of Center Point, W. Va. James’ paternal grandparents are Clyde McFarlane and the late Mary McFarlane of Winlock, Va. His maternal grandparents are Bill and Jo Ann Williquite of Longview, Washington. The bride-to-be is a 1995 graduate of Word of Life Academy in Springfield, Va. and a 1999 graduate of George Mason University in Fairfax where she earned a Bachelor or Arts in Psychology. She is pursuing a graduate degree at George Mason University in Special Education with a specialization in Applied Behavior Analysis and plans to graduate in August. She is employed as a child therapist at S. T. A. R. T (Services Toward Autism Recovery in Tiddlers) as the James Gordon McFarlane and Michelle Sue Keyser school age team coordinator and head therapist in Vienna. The future groom is a 1992 graduate of Winlock High School in Winlock, Washington. He is currently employed as an electrician. The couple became engaged in July of 2003. Their wedding is planned for Oct. 23 at Washington Baptist Church and the wedding reception will be held at the The Black Horse Inn in Warrenton. Rappahannock News Photo/Bruce Jones In recognition Bob Lander, President of the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection presents a proclamation to Mitzie Young commemorating her late husband, Dr. William H. Young Jr., and recognizing his many voluntary contributions to Rappahannock County. Rugged hikes and moonlight hikes start this month By Hunt Harris Special to the Rappahannock News The Ragged Mountain Resource Center will initiate its new “Rugged Hike” series on Friday, Feb. 6 and sponsor a moonlight hike on Saturday, Feb. 7. These hikes are intended to provide a challenging hiking experience for people who are in good shape and wish to maintain or improve their fitness through outdoor experiences. Some hikes will be on weekdays, some on weekends, some during the day, some at night, and some will include increased travel time. Layerable, light yet sturdy gear is recommended, along with basic nourishment for one’s self. The initial adventure will be a combined traversing of the Old Rag and Mt. Robertson trails, in daylight and in moonlight. Meet at “Mountainside Market” in Sperryville by 1 p.m. WE FINANCE COUNTRY PROPERTIES • - ■ v Mi, '4x ' V-W... LOUIS HITT Branch Manager SUSAN HEYL Loan Off,cer There's never been a better time to invest in a place in the country. ■ RESIDENTIAL FINANCING -REFINANCE -LOT FINANCING ■FIRST MORTGAGES -PRE-APPROVALS -UNIMPROVED LAND -NO ACREAGE LIMITATION -FIRST TIME HOMEBUYERS Country Mortgages^ ❖Farm Credit 540-347-3344 or 1-800-559-1016 ext 8 www.farmcredltofvirglnias.com on Friday, Feb. 6 and proceed to the upper parking lot trailhead for Old Rag on the Nethers side. The hike will begin along the Ridge Trail at 2 p.m. and continue a clockwise loop to the fire road on the northwest side of Old Rag and Mt. Robertson, eventually rejoining the fire road on the return to the parking lot. There will also be a moonlight hike of White Oak Canyon on Saturday, Feb. 7. Interested participants should meet at either “Mountainside Market” by 4 p.m. or the parking lot for White Oak Canyon on the Etlan side by 5 p.m. take-off time. Appropriate clothing and nourishment are recommended. The waterfalls have been frozen for a few weeks now, and unless the weather changes significantly, they should still be frozen, and quite stunning in the snowy moonlight twilight. Contact Hunt Harris at 540-987-3366 or do huntoldragon@earthlink.net for information about Ragged Mountain Resource Center activities. Science Fair rescheduled for Feb. 11-13 at RCES By David Naser Special to the Rappahannock News With the weather we’ve Pswer OutP Not Here! 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Pickup between 4-6 pm on Saturday, February 14th. m 9 SuNNYSlDE Farms Market 337 Gay St, Washington, Virginia • 540-675*1074 had lately, it’s not surprising that the Science Fair has been rescheduled for Feb. 11-13 at the Rappahannock County Elementary School. The public is invited to come and see the projects on Thursday, Feb. 12 in the RCES gym. Students from 6th to 12th grade will compete, hoping to advance to the regional fair in Charlottesville and vie for cash and scholarships. Here are some of the projects to look for from grades 6 and 7. For Gail O’Neal’s 6th grade class, good projects include “Can Electricity Separate a Compound?” by Austin Burnett; “Does Size Affect the Pressure Sensitivity of Concrete Blocks” by Joe Vickers; “The Effect of Worms on Decomposition” by Ashley Riggelson; “Millipedes with the Munchies” by Kendra Settle; and “Sunseekers: Which Legume will Maneuver the Maze the Quickest?” by Madison Herbert. In Holly Massie’s 7th grade class, some projects to look for include “The Effect of Bat Weight on the Distance of Ball Flight” by Chase Tupper; “The Effect of High Protein Diets on the Regeneration Rates of Planaria” by Ella Miller; “The Effect of UV Filters on Sun-sensitive Yeast” by Addie Cupp; “The Effect of Added Weight on the Downhill Velocity of Dirtbikes” by Jeff Booker; and “The Study of Handmade Holograms” by Michael Landrum. One thing is for sure— there will be a variety of projects at this year’s Science Fair so there should be something for everyone. The students have put much thought and planning into these projects. Come out and see the results. Year’s first easement The first 2004 easement was recorded on Jan. 23. It was donated by Joy Sloane, protecting some 26 acres in Old Hollow. The running total for easements in Rappahannock County is now 16,195 acres, just under 12 percent of all private land.

RCHS Quiz Bowl team takes second place; qualities for Regionals By David Naser >[>♦•< Ki 1 to the Rappahannock News Despite school cancellations last week, the Rappahannock ounty High School Panthers Bowl Team showed its academic prowess at the Bull Kun District Tournament at ( |arke County High School on •Ian 31 The turnout of spectators was impressive compared to ’ h°so f°r the other teams. Roger Mol lo and Dr. Robert Chappell Wl>re in attendance, as well as parents and well-wishers. After an initial loss to Manassas Park, the Panthers defeated Strasburg and Clarke handily, then beat Manassas Park before facing their biggest challenge, George Mason. At the end of the day, the RCHS team, captained by junior Anna Kreyling, took second place in the district, thus qualifying for the Regional Tournament slated for Feb. 14 at Riverheads High School near Staunton. The Panthers arrived at Clarke in plenty of time this year, only to find they had a bye Photo courtesy'Ron Vickers QUIZ BOWL: The RCHS Panther Quiz Bowl Team has earned a berth in the Regional tournament at Staunton on Feb. 14. in Round 1. The players gathered informally in the school cafeteria waiting for their first match or the food to arrive, whichever came first. The match came first, and it was against Manassas Park which had amassed a 6-6 season record. In this match, Anna Kreyling dominated early with correct answers about New York museums, keratin, and Ronald Reagan, the man who once quipped that Russia had been outlawed, and “the bombing will start in 5 minutes.” This answer was especially humorous since the question had come up on the bus ride to the match. The score was tied at 40 at the end of Round 1. In Round 2, the directed questions, Rappahannock answered eight questions correct to Manassas Park’s five, making the score 120-90 Panthers. Kreyling was assisted by Glen Swain, Tyler Williams, and Luke Wilson in this round. Wilson correctly identified Cy Young, although Kreyling was confused thinking he had written down “Ly Young” instead. In a surprising turn of events, the Panthers went scoreless in Round 3, actually losing points on an interruption. Manassas Park answered six questions right in a row in the middle of the round, and with the interruption on the next one for both teams, it was mathematically impossible for the Panthers to win. After a short break l and food), the Panthers took on Strasburg. In Round 1, Nathan Welch correctly answered three questions, “pumping iron", “France”, and “serfs”. Kreyling also had two correct answers that round and Julia Baumgardner got one, by identifying Sam Shepherd. At this point it was 70-10. In Round 2, with Kreyling as captain and assisted by Baumgardner, Jesse Palmer, and Leslie Tauben berger, the lead increased to 150-70. In Round 3, Swain and Kreyling were responsible for the scoring, and the final score was Panthers 220, Rams 105. In the next round, the Panthers took on Clarke County <2-10 regular season > for a fairly close match. In Round 1, Tyler Williams contributed two answers with “battery" and “hub," Swain correctly identified Sri Lanka, and Kreyling added 40 points, for 70-20 lead. In Rounds 2 and 3, Williams helped out with two correct math answers, Swain and Baumgardner one correct answer apiece; although, Kreyling answered as captain and answered a few of her own. Welch correctly identified the adrenal glands, an astronomer named Whipple with a clue from the old TV ad, “Please, don't squeeze the Charmin'' The Panthers ended up victorious at 195-155. Now came the “Battle of Second Manassas (Park)”. Having lost the first one, RCHS needed this one to secure a ticket to the Regionals. This match was also dominated by Kreyling, with Lewis Carroll’s “caterpillar”, Charlotte and Emily Bronte, and Gaugin. Jenny Ferdetta and Nathan Welch also contributed, the former with “mulberry tree” and the latter with Hermes’ “winged sandals" and “google”. The score of this match was 160-70, securing RCHS a place in the Regional Tournament. All that was left was the battle for first place. Only by beating George Mason twice could RCHS secure it. As usual, the first round was pretty even, with the Panthers trailing 40 to 50. Then, as usual, Mason moved out ahead in the directed round, outscoring the Panthers by 120 to 20, and then used their faster buzzer fingers to block RCHS out in Round 3, where they outscored RCHS 55 to 20. for a final score of 225-80. The final box scores for the day were: RCHS 115 Manassas Park 155 RCHS 220 Strasburg 105 RCHS 195 Clarke 155 RCHS 160 Manassas Park 70 RCHS 80 George Mason 225 Grant * From Page A1 censure Silver and Headwaters and Linda Dietel said supporters of Silver and the proposal were “circling the wagons.” The board assigned County Administrator John McCarthy to prepare a letter for its March meeting that would lay out for the School Board and the public the steps of review the county demanded for documents sent out on behalf of Rappahannock County. , The six-page paper that set off the controversy, entitled a “Concept Paper,” was written and submitted to the Corporation for National Service in Washington, D.C. to allow Rappahannock County to be considered for a $145,000 grant to fund a “Rappahannock Center for Nonprofit Support and Service Learning,” according to an email written by the author, Silver. 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Slay, Director of Admissions (540)347-1221, ext. 172 597 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, VA 20186 www.highlandschool.org "Highland School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, nationality, sexual orientation, or ethnic origin in the administration of its educational, employment, or admissions policies, its scholarship, athletic, and other school-administered programs." Celebrating 75 Years of Excellence in Education A copy of the email and the paper were provided to the Rappahannock News bv a third party who asked not to be identified. In the email, Silver said she “learned about the grant opportunity on short notice so there wasn’t much time to get comments from people (I had to driye it to DC.)” She said the doncept was forwarded as a Headwaters’ proposal because the applicant must have a 501(c)3 tax deferment and “by the time the full proposal is due, we’ll be likely (toI be able to apply as an independent entity.” Silver acknowledged in an interview that she had written and submitted the paper as a “volunteer” for an ad hoc group called “Rappahannock Nonprofits” with the full knowledge of some 16 people involved in nonprofit work including Bill and Linda Dietel. The work on the paper was on her own time and unconnected with her school duties, she said. Silver said all the information in the paper was the result of careful research and had been read atid reviewed bv members of the group at a meeting on Nov. 10. 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Keith, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit While many of Virginia’s elected representatives and most state leaders support legislation that strengthens the principles of open government, one bill sponsored by House Majority Leader Morgan Griffith (R-Salem) could be the undoing of Virginia’s continually evolving, 35-year-old Freedom of Information Act. House Bill 1357 would amend Section 2.2-3707 of the Code of Virginia. The substance of the bill is that, “Public access to any meeting of the General Assembly or a portion thereof shall be governed by rules established by the Joint Rules Committee.” Griffith came up with the bill in response to Attorney General Jerry Kilgore’s advisory opinion on opening partisan caucus meetings to the public. While acknowledging that caucuses themselves are not “public bodies,” Kilgore stated that a meeting of three or more legislators must be open to the public “if it is called for the purpose of discussing expected votes on matters pending before the General Assembly.” Griffith has tried to convince his colleagues that the purpose of his bill is merely to permit private caucuses and other unannounced, informal meetings, and would not apply to floor sessions, committee meetings or other routine General Assembly activities. But as written, HB 1357 goes much further than that, exempting the entire General Assembly, at any time, from the open meetings requirements. The Joint Rules Committee—of which Griffith is a member—would determine which meetings would be open to the public and which would not. We already have concerns about voice votes in committees, where the number of votes for and against a piece of legislation—like impact fees, or strengthening local growth controls—are reported, but how each member voted is not. Closing such a meeting to the public, for example, would make it impossible to find out. This can’t be allowed to happen. HB 1357 is currently under study by the House Rules Committee. It should go no further. Rappahannock Today Rappahannock News Photo. Richard lykes This view, which many Rappahannock motorists see every day above Massies Corner heading west on Route 211, captures the majesty and mystique of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Letters ‘If I have to be the lightning rod.Jet the storm begin’ I would like to state for the record that I have the highest respect for our law enforcement officers, and have commended them for their help on calls. I would also agree that they are underpaid for the risks that ■“"frhey take on a daily basis. The complaints that I have submitted to the sheriff in writing in 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, and now in 2004 are for the same mistakes that are made over, and over again. These complaints range from dispatching on the wrong radio frequency, sending deputies to fire/rescue calls before calling fire/ rescue companies, delays in dispatching fire/rescue units that have been as long as 13 minutes, sending the wrong units to calls, telling units that they were responding to an injury that the dispatcher knew was a shooting, and possibly endangering the lives of my fellow members that respond from home. I have offered solutions to these problems in open and closed meetings with the sheriff. The company I respond with is not the only one having these same problems, but the complaints have been put in writing to let everyone know that a problem exists. If I have to be the lightning rod to get our dispatchers the help they need, to be trained as fire/rescue dispatchers, adding a second dispatcher for a minimum of two dispatchers on duty 24/7, and better pay— then let the storm begin. My sole reason for writing the letters, and verbal complaints to the sheriff over the last five years is to improve our dispatch system that every citizen and responder relies on everyday. The dispatcher is the first link in any emergency response, and a mistake there can cost a citizen or a first responder his or her life. For three years the sheriff has promised to fix the many dispatch problems. Since the promises have not been fulfilled, it was time to put the issue in front of the citizenry. As for the candidate I backed in the election, I had already seen five years of lit tie to no improvement in service, and voted for a change. As for a volunteer company it is illegal for them to endorse a candidate for office, and would not do so. Mr. Raiford makes a point correctly that neither Jack Atkins or myself has law enforcement experience, but the point of the news article was about dispatching problems with fire/rescue. This is an issue that we are very experienced with, and we receive no compensation for our work as fire/rescue volunteers. As for Mr. Raiford’s home that burned to the ground, I remember responding to that house on two occasions when it was on fire. The first fire was extinguished with very little damage sustained, the second fire some years later was reported to our station by a passerby. We responded with 15 firefighters, and arrived in three minutes. The rear house was on fire and ready to collapse. The main house was well involved with fire on the second floor, and attic. The fire was extinguished, and the main house was still standing with some items salvaged from rooms on the first floor. If the homeowner had called 911 instead of trying to fight the fire for 15 minutes we may have been able to save more. Remember that in an emergency, time is the enemy. Fire doubles in size every minute, and you cannot survive without breathing for more than six minutes. To help first responders, learn CPR, post your 911 address so it can be read from the road, make sure your smoke detectors are working, and volunteer your help with local responders. Surely Mr. Raiford understands how important time is in an emergency, and therefore how crucial professional dispatching is to fire and rescue. We are trying to solve existing problems, improve performance, and save lives. I don’t see how sniping about personalities, and gossiping about politics helps. J.B. Carter, Jr. Chief, Amissville Volunteer Fire and Rescue Company ‘Silence and democracy are incompatible’ On Tuesday, Peb. 10 the voters of Rappahannock County, along with the rest of the Commonwealth of Virginia, will have the opportunity to vote in the Democratic Party Presidential Primary election. If you are a Democrat, Independent or sensible Republican, then do not pass up this chance to take part in the political process. All you have to do is go to your regular polling place and mark a ballot. All the candidates, major and minor, are on the ballot; even those who have dropped out. Whether you wish to salute Wesley Clark or jump on the John Kerry bandwagon, your presence is welcome. For those v/ho have been moved by the rantings of Howard Dean or the charm of John Edwards, this is your time. Most of all, if you are sick and tired of the heavy handed partisanship of George W. Bush’s administration and believe that the United States of America can be a better place, then turn out on Feb. 10. And no matter what your political leanings may be, speak up and participate. Silence and democracy are incompatible. Fred Schaefer SDerrwille ‘If you tear at a woman’s clothes, they just might fall off’ My family and I hardly ever watch television anymore. We can’t get cable in Goldvein, of course, and we don’t have a satellite. The television fare that’s left to us doesn’t seem worth the trouble of turning the set on. But yesterday was Super I Bowl Sunday, and that gave us an excuse to eat nachos and enjoy a good old American tradition. On the radio that afternoon, we had heard President Bush talking about how he would be watching the Super Bowl too, with some of his buddies and their families. “I’m sure it’s going to be a good, close game,” he said. “But what do I know? I’m just the president.” It has been some years since I bothered to watch the Super Bowl, but my family and I settled in front of the set, i naively expecting to see a football game. What we saw, of course, was i a TV extravaganza interrupted i by scattered moments of really \ good football. ; When I had last seen a ] Super Bowl, it had been high- t lighted by exceptionally clever 1 — albeit absurdly expensive — s commercials. This year, the r commercials were a hundred i < The Forum t Robin Earl times more expensive, but the cleverness was absent. They seemed to be dominated by singularly un-clever bathroom humor. Disappointing, of course, but the football was fun. I love an exciting passing game, and the Panthers and the Patriots really put on a show. The 59 seconds before the 2nd of the second quarter was oacked with exceptional passng and amazing catches, and lalftime gave us the chance to dear up some dishes and stretch out the kinks. My 15-year-old daughter lisappeared into her room with he phone attached to her ear; ny son, 12, hurriedly reviewed i study guide for his upcoming listory mid-term and then setled on the couch to watch the lalftime show. My 7-year-old, urrounded by pink paper, tiarkers and stickers, continled to make Valentines for her 1 Brownie troop. The kids’ dad is a veteran of many halftime shows. He had lightheartedly predicted that the “halftime with Janet Jackson” would start after the halftime experts filled the stadium with smoke. Then Janet Jackson would come up somehow from the bowels of the earth to sing and dance to mad applause. He was wrong, of course. What actually happened was that after the stadium was filled with smoke, Janet Jackson was transported down from on high, to sing and dance to mad applause. (I didn’t see much of that. I was reviewing seventh-grade history at the time.) After Jackson’s first number, a blond cowboy screamed into the microphone words that I am assuming were meant to be inspirational. I could tell they were supposed to be inspirational because he was wearing a United States flag over his tank top. I was further inspired by two nearly naked women behind him who were waving flags. Instinctively, I thought of all the Fauquier County veterans who would be unspeakably offended at the sight and anticipated the letters to the editor that we would receive at the paper. I sympathized with their outrage. The fact that the cowboy’s words were incomprehensible and the patriotic chicks in the background had perfectly vacant expressions added to my distaste. “Well, this is perfectly awful,” I stated simply, and cut out a few Valentines. When Janet Jackson returned — this time from the bowels of the earth — I was completely in the dark about whether or not I was supposed to be inspired. She was dressed in some shiny gladiator thing and I couldn’t understand what she was saying, either. I think at one point she sang about illiteracy being a bad thing, so I figured the inspiration was switched on. Justin Timberlake — who, I understand, is a former singer for one of those one-size-fits-all boys bands and a former boyfriend of Britney Spears — came on stage to join Janet Jackson. I couldn’t understand him either, but I think we were supposed to get the idea that he liked her. They kept grabbing at one another. By this point in the pro ceedings, I was fairly disgusted and was longing to see the helmeted heroes return to the field. Only myself and my 7year-ola were watching the screen when Britney’s former beau ripped the clothes off His partner’s right breast. I felt as if I’d been slapped in the face, like I’d just witnessed an over-produced rape on national television. For 10 minutes, I was in shock about what the network brain trust considered entertainment. I ranted on to my confused family (they hadn’t seen it), “degrading,” “cheap,” “asinine.” I tried out “insensitive” and “stupid” but they seemed inadequate. I lamented about what television has sunk to — imbecilic talk shows, reality TV, “American Idol” and now this. I wondered if the American public is really so base, or if the television gurus just think we are. And I felt badly for the members of the two Super Bowl teams. Do we think so little of their “entertainment value” that we need to accessorize the game with all this glitzy nonsense? I had a brief image of the members of both teams in unmatched sweats and battered equipment, choosing up sides on a tom-up field behind a high school. Arranged that way, the game would have been a lot more fun — to play in and to watch. The second half of Super Bowl XXXVIII found me in my room reading a book. The next morning on the radio, newscasters explained that the “R-rated incident” was a “wardrobe snafu,” just an innocent accident. But I saw it and I find this difficq^t to believe. Even if it was a mistake, it was a predictable one. When you play with fire, you are going to get burned; if you get slobbering drunk, you may do stupid things in front of your in-laws; if you take drugs, you might overdose; if you tear at a woman’s clothes, they just might come off. I wonder what President Bush thought of the incident. I can only hope that when the two MTV superstars were reaching new lows, he was in the kitchen getting more nachos. I wish I had been. Robin Earl is the managing editor of the Fauquier RmesDemocrat.

Historical Society conducts interviews of county residents By Judy Tole Special to the Rappahannock News The Rappahannock Historical Society has been conducting oral history interviews with residents who have lived all or most of their lives in Rappahannock County. The historical society plans to interview as many people as possible in the community endeavoring to record Rappahannock County history for the society’s archives. Oral history is the unwritten, unpublished knowledge and perspectives, flavored by colorful, detailed information, about events and ways of life within the memory of individuals. Oral history provides an effective tool that allows us to preserve oral traditions, skills and crafts. We can learn much from a personal history that we could never obtain from a textbook. These histories are engaging, significant commentaries about the past from a deeply individual perspective. The performance of an oral history interview is raw and powerful commentary. All history is jaded by interpretation, but oral history makes no pretenses about being subjective. Its subjectivity is its strength. Realizing one’s personal and family history is unique to each individual. Members of the society have been tape recording interviews which will be transcribed into written form and preserved for historical significance and public perusal. General areas of interest, for example, are family history including folktales, legends and superstitions; Rappahannock County history; school days; occupations; politics; wars and related stories and memorable characters. Several individuals have been interviewed and the society would like to add anyone interested in sharing a piece of their lives. Those who wish to participate in the Rappahannock Historical Society’s Oral History Project may contact Donna Fisher at 675-1163. Tax From Page A1 could live without cigarette and tax hikes. The Republican controlled House of Delegates is a minefield for tax proponents. In five terms in the Virginia House of Delegates, Louderback, 57, has made himself a tax expert and a leading critic of waste and disorganization in Virginia’s government. In his first year, he formed a group called the “Cost Cutting Caucus,” beginning with four delegates who met in his office to discuss ways to trim the cost of the Virginia government. Now the caucus has 30 members. From those years and service on several legislative tax commissions, Louderback has formed a tax proposal that effectively brings a new whole range of transactions under Virginia’s tax laws. He would reduce the state’s sales tax from 4.5 percent to four percent, but extend the sales tax to the service industry. “We should keep in mind,” Louderback said in an interview this week, “that they are not being taxed, they are being asked to collect a tax.” Louderback said the state tax officials could not estimate how many businesses would be effected, but he claims the service industry is “an everincreasing share of Virginia’s economic pie.” Louderback argues that there are enormous incongruities caused by this industry not being taxed. “If I buy fertilizer at the hardware store, sales tax is collected,” he wrote in a recent article. “If I contract with a maintenance company to fertilize the lawn, no sales tax is collected.” Presumably one major tax source will be Internet services, but Louderback said he has withheld those from his plan while the U. S. Congress and the industry try to work out a national sales tax. The revenue from these new sources, he claims, will allow the state to give exempt taxes on the first $15,000 in earnings, $30,000 for a married couple. The exemption alone, he said, would save $13 million “because 1.3 million low-income workers will no longer be required to file (a return).” Louderback estimates that every return processed costs the state $10. The exemptions would solidify the earlier exemption for senior citizens which Gov. Warner’s tax plan would phase out for those not yet 65. The exemption would cost the state, he estimates, $460 million which would be offset by the increased tax collections. Louderback said the new revenue would allow the state to forego the food tax, a tax levied on food consumed at home, and what he called “unfair business and professional tax on gross receipts.” Louderback said he does not believe his sales tax would be a major administrative burden for many service industries. “Take shoe repair - many of those people are selling shoes, polish, brushes and one I know even CARATS FOR PEANUTS 1 CARAT DIAMOND SOLITAIRES $1999 Princess, Round or Marquise Petersen Jewelers 625 Meadowbrook Shopping Center Culpeper, Virginia 540-825-6033 ROtJ Kl >N I Kl )N M ^ A • o40> b }S-UOl • HOURS MON SAI lO-'*. SUN 12-S i SHOPPING C INTI* • LUKAY. VA • <540 74 l-1110 • M(XiRS: MON -f Kl. »0-8; SA1 ‘>-8; SUN I.' 10 S: U) WAKttNTON CINTEK * WAKRfcNTON. \A • (540) 347-1820 « HOURS MON -SAT 10-9; SUN. 12 b Great Fashions Great Prices Every Day* k sells a computer laptop bag upon which they should be collecting taxes,” he said. 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Grant From Page A3 county funds. Bill Dietel, a leader of the non-profit group, said he read Silver’s paper and found nothing that would denigrate Rappahannock County and he approved of her submitting it for government funding. Dietel said he believed that Frazier’s attack was aimed not at Silver, but over control of the schools. He said Frazier has resisted many moves he and others have tried to make to improve the school system. He said that Frazier was in favor of a voucher program and did not send his children to the county schools. “This is the old business of come heres and born heres, “ Dietel said in an interview, suggesting it was the resentment Frazier felt about people who came to the county and sought to improve conditions that had sparked the controversy. Social Security Disability Claims • Disabled? 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The members of the ad hoc group issued a statement saying it regretted that Silver “has been maligned and imperiled as a result of a misunderstood concept paper.” The most controversial part of Silver’s paper was a section setting out “community need,” designed to persuade the reader that Rappahannock deserved more assistance than other counties. Silver said some 1,100 communities applied for the grants. The “community need section” said in part: * “While the keep Rappahannock green policy has preserved the spectacular scenery, it has also restricted funding for education, health, social services and recreation by limiting taxes and restraining development.” • Rappahannock “faces the challenges of resource VM SCHOOL Wakefield Country Day School 1059 Zachary Taylor Highway, Flint Hill, VA Second Quarter Honor Roll Students at Wakefield Country Day School in Flint Hill, Virginia Who Have Earned Honor Roll Status in the 2nd Quarter Grading Period: Headmaster’s Honors Patrick Dale - 9th Grade First Honors 12th Grade Ellen Casteleyn Daniel Griffin Robin Oyster Woong Hee Park Mooyoon So Rodger Rodriquez Karie Von Fange 11th Grade Kento Akioka Paul Beattie Danielle Dombrowski Jordan Hammelman Tamae Ito Becky Leser Aaron Marx Rachel Mar Jesse Paul James Nilan Alec Toth 10th Grade Song Yi Chang Mary Davis Caitlin Hammelman Amber Larkin Carrie Marschner Dorian Matthews Kelly O’Connor Allison Russo 9th Grade Dan Carrier Brittany Kearney Ben Luke Saawan Mehta Kevin Riedel Catrina Toth 8th Grade Marguerite Beattie Taylor Hammelman Joy Heddleston Cecilia Marschner Derek Perry Katherine Russo Alex Shafran Matthew Wingfield 7th Grade Rachel Carrier Ryan Kearney Saheel Mehta Keenan Sherwood Audrey Speer Amanda Sweeny Katherine Von Fange 6th Grade Katie Huang Louise Johns Ross Mountjoy Gaia Read Annelise Riedel Stephanie Stryker Rachel Wells Abigael Whitaker 5th Grade Laura Bancroft Patrick Brown Sarah Hazel Bret Heddleston Jessica Lester Christine Pankow Timothy Pressler Sarah Wells Carla Williams 4th Grade Bethany Burress John Morgan Christoph William Mullany Ryan Ochoa Brian Shafran 3rd Grade Rebecca Berry Woody Hazel Henry Johnson Sonia Mehta . 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There is no hospital, no pharmacy and no supermarket. The only food outlets are small convenience stores or several “upscale gourmet stores” and people without transportation have to rely on friends to even get fresh vegetables. The paper said an attempt at setting up a van to help elderly people was abandoned. • The fire and rescue services have a chronic shortage of personnel. • “The two public schools have struggled to gain full accreditation under Virginia’s standards of learning.” Buildings are in disrepair. The county “offers among the lowest teacher salaries in the region” and only 35 percent of the some 1,100 students are college bound. “Even before the economic woes of the present day, education in the county was chronically underfunded.” • There is no recreation program in the county. In another section, the proposal said that the nonprofit county groups needed the assistance of a central office and a director. The “concept” asked for a total budget of $145,000 over two years to set up such a center, including estimates of costs from telephone and computers to a $40,000 a year annual salary for a director. Linda Dietel said that Silver is an experienced grant writer who has gotten several valuable grants for Rappahannock activities. “You can’t paint with a purple brush,” she said. “These conditions are not untrue and many of us know that.” She said “we entrusted her” to prepare this grant proposal. On Saturday, Jan. 24, some 60 Rappahannock citizens involved in non-profit groups met at the county library to discuss the possibility of setting up a “non -profit support center” and some 58 people agreed it was a good idea, Linda Dietel said. Bill Dietel said the concept paper had already been sent to Washington and was not the main topic of the meeting. He thought chances were very slim that it would win government support and thought funding would likely be more like $50,000 and raised through donations. He said there was no controversy about the center, but some people asked sharp questions. Ron Frazier attended that meeting. At the supervisors’ meeting Monday he told the board that the “focus of the meeting concerned the grant proposal submitted by our very own grant writer and Headwaters for federal funds for this Center.” Frazier said that after the meeting, someone provided him with a copy of the proposal. Frazier argued that someone “relying on our grant writer’s ignorance of local politics and circumstances” used her and “she would not know she was being used.” Others in Rappahannock agreed with him. Joy Sloane said in an interview that she believed somebody had “set up” Silver “and encouraged her to do something they should have known would be damaging to her career. Somebody who was helping her did not have her interest at heart.” Gwen Hays, too, felt that Silver was left on her own: “Someone should have helped Amy to get less critical words in the document . . . .” Primary From Page A1 7 p.m. A voter must be in line before 7 p.m. to vote. The polling locations are the fire halls in Washington, Amissville, Sperry - ville, Chester Gap and Flint Hill. In Woodville votes can be cast at the Mt. Lebanon Baptist Church. The registrar’s office accepted absentee ballots through Feb. 5. The registrar’s office in the county complex in Washington is closed Friday, but open on the Monday before the election. Stilley said each candidate must get at least 15 percent of the vote to be eligible to have r delegates to the state convention and then the delegates are assigned by a proportion of the vote. The state convention in Roanoke, Va. in June will choose delegates to attend the national convention. Bland said the Democrats haven’t had a state wide primary since 1988 when it was held in March. The vote came in so late that the nomination of Massachusetts’s Gov. George Dukakis had already been decided. The African American vote in Virginia is a major element. In 1988 civil rights leader Jesse Jackson, who was running, got 45 percent of the Democratic vote. 1 Dtx Vi VALLEY AVIATION Come to Winchester and experience flying the way it should be. No Washington ADIZ! Hassle Free ■ Save Time ■ Save Money ■ Discovery Flights-$49.00 ■ Sightseeing ■ ■ Flight Instruction • Aircraft Rental « .... mm 'igfr - i Gift Certificates Available itel : - -jV Jnchester Regional Airport * 615 Airport Rd, Suite 104 (540)6653115 Diana W. Bird Bom in Virginia and raised in Florida, she came to Washington after WWII as a protegee of the National k Institute of Public Affairs. ' She worked for the ■ International Brotherhood W of Electrical Workers, marI ried Lee, her husband of 55 years, had two children, became a Quaker, taught Freshman English at the Madeira School, busied herself with the affairs of the Friends Service Committee, the Fnends Committee on National Legislation, the council for a Livable World, and she co-founded “The Art Group,” composed originally of wives of upwardly striving young lawyers, which group has flourished for some 50 years. Determinedly intellectual, she studied art, politics, literature, history, and people. She was a dedicated friend, a fierce Democrat, a tolerant wife, devoted mother of Chris and Dr. Stephanie, whose respective spouses are Mary Jane Cappello, a teacher, and Dr. Fred Ausubel, a professor at the Harvard Medical School. She was also an admiring and loving grandma to her three glorious grandchildren, Anna, Emily, and Jonathan Ausubel. 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Wine stoppers that are eye stoppers too By George Rowand Rappahannock News Staff Writer If you’ve been inside a local wine shop in the past few years, you undoubtedly have seen the merchandise produced by Rappahannock Mudworkg. Located somewhere in the shop you can usually find a wine bottle-shaped display with 30 ceramic or porcelain wine stoppers. “We bought this business a couple of years ago,” said Lynn Hubsch, owner of Rappahannock Mudworks with his wife Karen. “The former owner was moving to the Philippines, and he said, “Why don’t you buy the company?’ “Karen and I thought it would be a good thing to do, so we bought it, and we love it. The former owner had a 4,000-client list.” Put a cork in it “Our primary item is a wine stopper. We make the premier wine stopper in the United States,” Hubsch said proudly. “People collect them, they use them?—they make good gifts.” In spite of the wide-ranging business that Rappahannock Mudworks in Warrenton has, Hubsch said competition is fierce. “The ceramics business in this country is taking a beating from China,” he stated. To stay in business, Hubsch said they have had to be creative. “We have a catalog of designs that can go onto the wine stoppers, or onto any piece of ceramics or porcelain, really,” Hubsch said. “We have virtually every dog design, every horse design, hunt scenes ... seashells, dolphins, sharks, grapes ... a myriad oi designs.” He displayed a project on which he and his wife are currently working. A customer supplied them with her china and asked them to add hunt scenes to each piece. “We can do that,” Hubsch said “We do things like that all the time.” A walk through the work area at Rappahannock Mudworks shows he isn’t exaggerating. There are thousands of wine stoppers, as well as Rappahannock News Staff Photos.Mark F. Sypher FINE DESIGN: Rappahannock Mudworks, which is located in Warrenton, can place an image on pretty much any ceramic or porcelain piece, including wine stoppers. scores of salt and pepper shakers, cookie jars, mugs, coasters, lamps, candy dishes, desk pen sets, tape dispensers and dinnerware, to name but a few items. “We do most of our business over the Internet,” Hubsch said. “We have a distributor in England and one in Portugal, who supplies me with the cork for the wine stoppers. And we may soon have one in France.” The couple have been looking to expand their client base since they took over the business. “We’re approaching all the inns, the B&Bs ... I’ve even talked to a cruise ship,” Hubsch said. “I approached Playboy— I did their logo on a wine stopper and sent it to them. I haven’t heard about that, yet.” The shop is equipped with three kilns which can reach temperatures in the range of 1,200 degrees. But the company’s name, Rappahannock Mudworks, doesn’t seem to fit the type of work that’s being turned out. What gives? “The old company got its start by making wind chimes from a red clay,” said Karen Hubsch. “Then they did bird feeders and bird baths, all from the red clay. It looked like mud when it came out of the extruder, and that’s where the name came from.” Nowadays, the company has moved beyond its muddy past, though it still is possible to buy the wind chimes. Still, the main push is for higher quality goods. Hubsch said his background gave him the eye for the work. “I was a graphic designer for 30 years, and I could see that that business was changing,” he explained. “Now it’s all computers, and I didn’t want to do it that way. So I took up sculpting.” Trying to get better in that endeavor led him to Rappahannock Mudworks. “I went to the owner of this company to get him to show me how to make molds,” he said. “He was in the process of moving, and we took out a mortgage on our house and bought the company. We love what we do.” The Rappahannock Mudworks is located at 6531 Commerce Court in Warrenton. The phone number is (540) 347-7541. The business has two Web sites: www.rap.com and www. winecorks.net. ‘Rabbit-Proof Fence:’ amazing, inspirational By Joanne Hilty Special to the Rappahannock News “Rabbit-Proof Fence,” from Australian director Phillip Noyce, tackles the issues of Aboriginal Australia head-on. Discussions rage about the socalled “Stolen Generation,” a cohort of Aboriginal Australians taken by the government from their families, “for their own good,” to be integrated into white society through work as household domestics—and the government’s debt of apology to them. “Rabbit-Proof Fence” is showing at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington on Friday, Feb. 6 at 8 p.m. Molly, Daisy and Gracie, played by Everlyn Sampi, Tianna Sansbury and Laura Monaghan, are Aboriginal girls who feel the sting of governmental interference when tom from their mother and sent to live at a remote mission. Here they will be taught the ways of white Christian Australia and how to work for upper-class families as domestics. But the fiercely independent Molly is sickened by the repressive mission. She grabs Daisy and Gracie and the three make their escape. Trailing the enormous rabbit-prool fence (built to save Australia from a crippling rabbit plague) that cuts across the nation, the girls begin a 1,500-mile journey home, pursued by authorities and the chief protector of Aborigines, Mr. A. O. Neville played by Kenneth Branagh. Neville seems to have the best interests of his charges at heart, though he pushes his soldiers to the brink when the story of three escapees jeopardizes his project. The kids refer to him as “Mr. Devil,” though he’s not a vicious man. He’s just convinced his program could be a success. “Fence” provides a cause we can all get behind—a marathon journey home. Noyce’s Outback adventure builds tension through the girls’ battle with a tracker, a Terminator-type seeker named Moodoo (David Gulpili). “Fence” remains believable because the girls at its core give three wonderful performances. These girls would be street smart if the Outback had streets. Their cunning and survival instincts never cease to amaze. Sampi, as Molly, displays a wis MOVIE: 'Rabbit-Proof Fence' is the story of three Aboriginal girls taken1 by the government from their families to be taught the ways of white Christian Australia. It will be shown at The Theatre in Washington at 8 p.m. Friday. dom and strength uncommon in a 12-year-old, and her fellow travelers never get whiny or insensitive. The girls are focused on the trip and trusting of their leader. This power ful film retells a true story making it all the more enjoyable. The film is rated PG and contains emotionally intense material; run time is 95 minutes. Dynamic duo Jazz guitarist Jimmy Bruno returns to The Theatre at Washington for his sixth concert here on Saturday, Feb. 7 at 8 p.m. Mark Kramer joins him on the piano. For more information: call 675-1253 or e-mail TheatreVA@aol.com. Photos courtesy/Wendy Weinberg Smithsonian Chamber Players to perform on By Wendy Weinberg Special to the Rappahannock News The Theatre at Little Washington joins with the Smithsonian Chamber Players on Saturday, Feb. 14 in presenting another program in “The Brilliance of the Baroque” concert series at 8 p.m. On the program will be works by Johann Sebastian Bach, Antonio Vivaldi, and the brothers Alessandro and Benedetto Marcello. Harpsichordist James Weaver and cellist Kenneth Slowik are the featured artists. James Weaver founded the Smithsonian Chamber Music Society, establishing a comprehensive presentation of historically informed performances which has gained international prestige. As a performer, he divides his time among the harpsichord, fortepiano, and organ, appearing as solo artist and chamber musician throughout the United States and Europe. His numerous recordings as performer and conductor include three "Record of the Year” awards. Kenneth Slowik is artistic director of the Chamber Music Program at the National Museum of American History. He is a founding member of the Smithsonian Chamber Players, the Smithson and Axelrod string quartets, and the Castle Trio, and has been a soloist with numerous orchestras, including the National Symphony, the Baltimore Symphony, and the Cleveland Orchestra. He has made more than 50 recordings—many of them international prize winners. The program for the concert is made up of two works by Johann Sebastian Bach, the Suite in C Minor for Violoncello Solo, BWV 1011, and the Concerto in D Minor after Alessandro Marcello, BWV 974, plus cello sonatas by Benedetto Marcello and Antonio Vivaldi, in which Catherine Slowik will assist her father as continuo cellist. Tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students 18 and under. For reservations, or to obtain a copy of The Theatre’s spring schedule, phone (540) 675-1253 or send email to TheatreVA@aol.com.

divides f V. 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 11 a.m. Trinity Episcopal Rector: Rev. Jennings W. Hobson III Sunday: Holy Eucharist 8 a.m. Holy Eucharist 9:15 a.m. Sunday School, children and adults 10 a.m. Morning Prayer 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible Study & Holy Eucharist 9:30 a.m. Thursday: Meditation 7 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 p.m. First Baptist Pastor: Dr. Wendell Grant Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. St. Peter's Catholic Mission Administrator: Rev. 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., Sunday School at 10 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 9:30 a.m. Worship Services 11 a.m. Tuesday: Adult Choir 7:30 p.m. Chester Gap Baptist Pastor: Rev. Malcolm Cadd Sunday: Sunday School 10 a.m. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. Evening Worship 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. Allsberry Sunday: Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Morning Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday: Bible study 7 p.m. New Harvest Christian Fellowship Pastors: Kent and Duane Willoughby, Dana Crane Sunday: Praise/Worship service 10:30 a.m. Wednesday: Praise/Worship, Prayer, Bible Study 7:30 p.m. Services at Viewtown General Store Flint Hill Baptist Church Pastor: Rev. John S. Farrar 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 Church Pastor, Elder Forest Atwood Meets second Sunday at 10:30 a.m. Praise Fellowship, Amissville Pastor: Gene Nicholson Meeting at 14876 Lee Highway Sunday morning 10:30 a.m. Wednesday Prayer Service 7 p.m. Six more weeks of winter coming up Well, according to the news and media, a shadow of Punxsutawnev Phil was reported to have been seen on Monday, so we are in for six more weeks of winter weather. This may be the reason I only received one email and no phone calls from the Flint Hill, Huntly or Chester Gap folks this past week. Everyone has gone back into their hole for six more weeks. Maybe with Valentine's Day coming up there will be some folks who have visitors to tell us about. Flint Hill By Joanne Welch Mr; <75-3097 Happy Birthday goes out Ryan Welch, son of Roger a D.S" Geneva Welch of Flint Hill. Bill, Joanne and Elizabeth Welch, along with 24 other individuals from the Washington Baptist Church after Worship Services last Sunday, Feb. 1, enjoyed brunch at the Thornton River Grille in Sperryville to celebrate . the January and February birthdays. The fellowship was great. The Deliverance Gospel Choir of Radford University will be the special guest at the Macedonia Baptist Church in Flint Hill during the 11 a.m. Morning Worship Service on Sunday, Feb. 8. Rev. Paul Sheppard, an associate minister of the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church in Alexandria, Va., is the guest preacher for the same service. Everyone is invited to attend. My thought for the day: No news is good news. Not so. No news is just no news. Okay folks from Flint Hill, Huntly and Chester Gap call me at the phone number above or email me at wrwje@earthhnk.net. Ashleigh Camion receives employee of the month award Congratulations to Ashleigh Cannon, who is the activity assistant at the Culpeper Baptist Retirement Center, for being awarded Employee of the Month for December. Ashleigh, the daughter of Marty Cannon and the late Jimmie Cannon, has been employed there since last March. Sympathy is extended to the T. J. Dennis family upon the loss of his father Thomas Jackson Dennis who passed away at Inova Fairfax Hospital on Friday. Kellie Atkins of Sperryville was a Friday caller of Ashleigh Corbin and family on Route 707. Prayers are requested for Mrs. A. M. Smith who underwent back surgery in a Charlottesville Hospital on Friday. Mrs. Ray Frazier and Mrs. Alvin Atkins of Sperryville were Friday callers of Eunice Meade " ■: Boston By MARIE F. ATKINS p m on Hash Lane. The “Singing and Pickin” party sponsored by and held at Salem Fire Department was canceled for Friday evening, and has been rescheduled for Friday, Feb. 27. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Racey were recent visitors of Mr. and Mrs. James Dodson and Mr. and Mrs. Jim Kelchner in Winchester. Nominations for the Mary Allen Art Award, sponsored by the Windmore Foundation for the Arts, are due at the Windmore office by Friday, Feb. 13. For nomination forms, call (540) 727-8777. Belated wedding anniversary wishes go out to Mr. and Mrs. Tferry Cubbage and Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Dodson. Both couples celebrated another year on Wednesday. Birthday wishes go out to Emerson Williams of Aaron Mountain Road and my cousin, Jimmie Dodson, who both share Saturday, Feb. 7 as their day; also to Rebecca Mills and her grandfather, Bill Peregory, who celebrate on Sunday. May each of you enjoy many more. Melissa Gray, granddaughter of Mrs. Ashby Thornhill, has returned to her classes at Longwood College in Farmville after being at home because of illness. The spring baseball registration for the Rappahannock Athletic Association will continue through Saturday, Feb. 7 from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. and any young boy or girl in our area will be welcome. Registration takes place at Amissville Fire Hall. CaU 937-7900 for more information. Congratulations to Matthew Viar of Reva Way a student at Liberty University, who with others, was named to the Dean’s List, earning a 3.5 point average for the fall of 2003 semester. Family and friends are extended our prayers of sympathy and comfort at the passing of Helen Carroll, wife of Don Carroll of Sperryville who died at her residence on Saturday, Jan. 24 and to Claude Bright upon the loss of his sister, Faye, who passed away last Thursday at her residence in Fredericksburg. Washington Baptist Church to hold Scout Sunday Sunday, Feb. 8 is Scout Sunday at the 11 a.m. worship services at the Washington Baptist Church. All Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts from the county are invited to attend Roger Pearson will be in charge. The Youth Dance and Praise Team from Washington Baptist and Reynolds Memorial Baptist in Sperryville also will participate in this service. The Rev. Phil Bailey invites all to attend. Time is drawing near so mark your calendar for Saturday, Feb. 29 at 7 p.m. at which time the Washington Washington By RUTH CLARK Jl 675*3608 Baptist Church will entertain with its Eighth Annual Variety Show at The Theater on Gay Street in the town here. All youth in grades seven to 12 are encouraged to come to Reynolds Memorial Baptist Church on Sunday evenings for the youth group meetings. The Praise and Dance Tsana begins at 6:15 p.m. and regular meetings start at 7:30 p.m. with contemporary music. Friday evening Mrs. D. C. Welling of Newburgh, N. Y. visited her mother Jean B. Moffett and brother Frank Moffett. Those visiting Edward and Ruth Clark over the weekend for Ruth’s birthday were Richie Eastham, Paola Miranda and children of Front Royal, Charles and Wendy Clark of Manassas, Bobby and Tansy Frazier of Castleton, Brenda McDonald and daughter Megan of Haymarket, Kenny Miller of Stafford, Sarah Brown, Bobbie Jo Brown, Amanda Brown and son Malik. Happy birthday to Randy Beatty of Point O’ Woods Front Royal who has his day on Tuesday, Feb. 10. Thursday, Leslie Norman of Culpeper, Nina Norman and Marilyn Bailey shopped in Fredericksburg. Church News Flint Hill’s special service The Flint Hill United Methodist Church will hold a special service on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 6 p.m. Evangelist David Clanagan will present J&-- I music, songs, and the message. Everyone is welcome. Saturday nights for youth Youth Alive of Amissville meets every Saturday from 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Viewtown Store, 105 Viewtown Road. It is an alternative for Saturday nights for youth of all ages. Come for a great opportunity to participate in contemporary praise and worship. Pizza, nachos and cheese, subs, shakes, candy and snacks available for purchase. For more information call (540) 937-2668. 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) 825-6700 “See Us For All Your Building Supply Needs ” 1418 Orange Road Culpeper (540)8254)937 Sperryville Emporium "The Shop that has EVERYTHING” US. 211, West Sperryville, VA (540) 987-8235 How often we hear this phrase when the subject turns to love and romance. The poets have compared love to ripened fruit and fragrant flowers. In the Song of Solomon 4:16, we read, "Let my beloved come into his garden, and eat its pleasant fruits." As in a garden, a seed is planted... perhaps the first date. If the relationship is a well matched one the seed grows in fertile soil. The couple discovers each other's interests and points of view as the "garden" is tended and watered. Weeds may try to push through, but they are uprooted and thrown away and forgotten as the two learn to negotiate. As their relationship flowers, delicate buds give way to fragrant petals and mature love is bom. As Valentine Day approaches, may we remember that true love is strong and enduring. Yet, weeds will try to encroach. Cod is the Master Gardener. With Him our love will remain vital. Won't you reinforce that love in worship this week? SUNDAY MONDAY TVISDAY MMSDAY THUKSDAY fKIDAY SATURDAY How miippitm Colotmm locum locum | Coriothuns HI-11 14:1-9 1:1-11 3:1-17 *31-39 124-21 13:1-13 Scnpiurw Stitch Sy Tha Amarttn Bt»» Soomy 200*. K«oie<-W>Hou Hwnwni Swviom. P 0 Box 0005. CfcnoMtvil*. 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Call Jeanne Cobert k for Fauquier | or Diane Warren ill for Gainesville 540-347-4222 Upcoming Events ‘Tales from Tabriz ’ The Global Spotlight's program, “Tales from Tabriz," postponed because of snow, will take place Thursday. Feb. 5 at 7:30 p.m. in the Rappahannock High School Band Room. Carl Coon, former head of the American consulate in Tabriz. Iran and an ambassador to Nepal will relate his experiences as a young man in a very foreign and remote corner of the world. For further information, call Headwaters at 675-1819. Candidates for President On Feb. 7 at 10 a.m. at the Madison Presbyterian Church on Route 29 at Fishback Road, the candidates for the Democratic nomination for President of the United States (or their representatives) will address the audience. The Forum is sponsored by the Madison County Democratic Committee. Admission is free but come early as seating is limited. Epicurious Cow sampling There will be free samples of champagne, sparkling wines, chocolate tarts, triple cream cheeses, chocolate dipped strawberries and passion fruit sorbet at the Epicurious Cow on Saturday. Feb. 7 from 2 to 6 p.m. The llamas of West Wind Farm will show off talents. The market will be taking pre-orders for lobsters and Valentine’s Day dinner. ECOW is located at 13830 Lee Highway in Amissville. For further Information, call 540-675-2269 or email: Epicunouscow.com. Documentary & discussion The Rappahannock County Democratic Committee invites the community to view a provocative documentary, “Uncovered: The Whole Truth about the Iraq War," at The Theatre on Gay Street in Washington on Sunday, Feb. 8 at 2 p.m. The 40-minute film presents interviews with some 20 experts, all of whom have opinions about the reasons given for war and the evidence presented to support those reasons. There will be a brief discussion of the movie, light refreshments and a chance to discuss the Feb. 10 Democratic Presidential Primary. Representatives for each of the Democratic Presidential candidates have been invited to the discussion. Everyone is welcome, especially high school students, and admission is free. Vote on Feb. 10 On Tuesday, Feb. 10 Virginians will go to the polls to vote in the Democratic Presidential Primary. This is the first step in selecting the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Anyone registered to vote in Rappahannock County may participate, and voters’ names will be added to the Democratic poll book. The polls will be open from 6 a.m. until 7 p.m. at the regular voting places in each precinct. For more information, contact Floyd Stilley, Chair, Rappahannock County Democratic Committee 675-1930; Linda Dietel 675-3826; or Nancy Newlin, Registrar, 675-5380. Community services The Rappahannock-Rapidah Community Services Board and Area Agency on Aging will hold its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, Feb. 10 at 1 p.m. at 15361 Bradford Road, Culpeper. Individuals with disabilities who require special assistance to attend and participate in this meeting should contact Paula Benenson at 540-825-3100, Ext. 3146. 'Fireside chat' on Feb. 13 The Rappahannock Association for the Arts and the Community (RAAC) welcomes everyone to attend a "Fireside Chat" featuring Sperryville native and author James Russell at its Friday at the Library series on Feb. 13 at 8 p.m. at the county library. Russell will be discussing his recently released book, "Beyond the Rim: From Slavery to Redemption in Rappahannock County," in which he captures the life and times of his great grandmother, Sister Caroline Terry, who grew up as a slave on various plantations in Rappahannock County, lived through the Civil War, bore the children of a white slave master, and lived to the age of 108. George Washington contest With George Washington's birthday fast approaching, Rappahannock County Library announces its 2004 George Washington Picture and Word Poster Contest. Picture posters will be accepted from K - 5th grade and Word Posters from 3rd - 5th grade. Word posters may include both essays and poetry. Posters may not be larger than 24 x 24 inches. Home schooled and public and private school students must be residents of Rappahannock County. Entries are due at RCL by Tuesday afternoon, Feb. 17. All entries will receive a participant's award. Flyers are available at RCL or online at www.rappahannocklibrary.org. Lions Club music contest The annual music contest sponsored by the Rappahannock Lions Club on Feb. 29—the Bland Music Contest— is accepting applications from students attending any elementary or high school in Rappahannock or who is home-schooled here. Students do not have to live in Rappahannock to participate. Applications are available at the elementary and high schools, Wakefield School and the Rappahannock County Library. For more information, contact Dave Hilty, 675-2205, or e-mail at dahilty@aol.com. Casino Night March 13 The Rappahannock County School Sports Association will sponsor the fourth Annual Casino Night at the Washington School on March 13 at 7 p.m. Admission is $30 per person and includes $10,000 of gaming money to use to play roulette, black jack, craps, etc. At the end of the evening, chips will be exchanged for raffle tickets for drawings for grand prizes donated by local supporters. Admission also includes A hors d’oeuvres and soft drinks, M with a cash bar available. Call^g Cathy Kreyling at 987-8131 to purchase tickets or get Q} them at the RCHS conces- li sion stand at home gpmes. \'

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Box 631, Warrant on, VA 20188 Deadlines E mpjo^nne ntjClsgsified I,: 9swwc,ory ■ '$J & Farm Directory p.m. Monday srt‘: advertising herein is subject to the FeCaral Fair Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preterlimitation or discrimination based on race, color, reStamilial status or national origin, or intern any such references, limitations or dischmfnathe Commonwealth of Virginia forbids cBs-, seed on ekferlmess, parenthood, or handtknowmgty accept any advertising for real is in violation of the law. All persona are here- . aH dwellings advertised are avatabted basis 1 Rentals Apartments V___/ ALDIE, VA - 1BR. full i bath & kit. W D. ww carpet, pool, util inc. $1000. 703-327-2583 LEESBURG- 1 BR. 1 BA in Country Club Green, I $775 mo. Utils, not incl. Call 540-668-6164. MIDDLEBURG- IN town 2 BR. 1 BA $1300. also a '1 BR. 1 BA $700. All new appl. (WD. DW) All util. & trash coll. incl. Short or long term. Call 540-687-8171 WATERFORD-1BR 1 BA. . AC, W D. parking. Lg. yd. Pets ok1 Furn; unfurn. $1000 mo. with utils. 703-728-8456. LEESBURG- 1 BR 1 BA condo. Freshly painted. Newer w-to-w carpeting. Top fir. $875/mo. me. gas. heat, water. & sewage. 412-231-5750. LEESBURG- FOX CHAPEL. $1100/mo. 2nd fir. 3BR.2BA condo w/ balcony overlooking pool, clubhouse. Walk to shopping. No pets. Suzanne.703-759-4864 LEESBURG- RARE FIND! Big pristine 1 BR patio condo w/ amenities. $850. Photo/info at www.betcha.net/rent; 703-818-8866. N. RESTON- Northgate. 2 BR. 2 BA updated. $1250/mo. me. util, except phone & cable. Reston pools & amen. Avail Feb or March. 703-599-7443. RESTON: ABSOLUTELY Beautiful 2BR, 2BA w/ ; balcony mid level, in ; North Reston. upgraded kitchen All Brand New I Wall to Wall.Sorry No smokers/pets. Imj med. Avail. $1.395/mo. Call 703-906-5555 Jer! rry Sardone Realty, Inc. Realtors. RESTON/ 1BR, 1BA, fpl, Berber 8 tile, w'd, walk to bus/ shopping. 1 mi to Park & Ride. $1250 inc water.703-444-9685 RESTON- 2 BR, 2 FBA condo nr. Twn. Cntr. $ 1340/mo. Call 703593-0980. neaiun numn $1,300. 2BR. 1BA + vanity. FP, balcony, W/D, closets, trees, walk to Northpoint shp. ctr 703-860-4497. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 8. OPEN HOUSE, 2-5pm. $197,000. Terrific, well maintained home close to Old Town Warrenton! Great as your residence or as an investment. 3BR. 2.5BA, eat-inkitchen, walk-out basement. From 29S, exit Meetze Rd. At stop sign, R to 4 way stop make L onto Falmouth, R onto Aviary to #10. Kristin Stone, RE/MAX Allegiance 703-4083388 Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 U.DIE/LEESBURG: Immaculate1 Farm setting. 20 min. to Dulles. 5BR, 2BA. 2 Kit's on + - acre. $2,000. 703-327-1502. 3EALETON ATTRACTIVE 3BR. 2BA home on 2 acre country lot w fin family room & office. upgraded appl., Ig. wrap around deck & oversized detached 2 car garage. In nice condition location, avail. 21 04. No pets. $1250/ mo + 1.5 mos. security deposit. Owner/agent. Call 703-754-8746. IBR APT IN Marshall. $600/mo utils, incl. N/S 540-364-2293 OOTTAGE W/ garage on a farm, 5 mis W. of Warrenton, 1 non-smkg person. No pets, except 1 inside cat. Dep & refs, required. $750/mo. 540347-5555 (0 DOWN HOMES! NO RENT' NO CREDIT OK! GOVERNMENT FORECLOSED HOMES! Low/$0 Down! Call CRN. Now' 1-800-236-0251 X8927. GATE COTTAGE The Plains area 2BR, 1BA cottage on private farm. Road frontage. No pets. $1000/mo Call Cathy Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-4144 LEESBURG- FOX Ridge Dev. 3 BR, 2 5 BA. Gar. & fenced yd No pets. $1600/mo. + 1 mo. sec. dep 703-777-6155. LEESBURG- In-Town: 4/2 Cape Cod on 1 ac nr hist, district. Hrwd firs, FP. Gorgeous yd w/mature trees. Barn. Fncd.$1950/mo. $1500/ dep. 6-mo. Ise ok. N/S HH, 703-779-8437. MARSHALL, LARGE area living rm with fireplace, 1 Ig bdrm, 1 small bdrm, screened sleeping porch, vegetable garden, large yard with out buildings. $800 plus $250 utilities. 540364-0364 Week Days NO RENT! $0 DOWN! NO CREDIT OK! GOVERNMENT FORECLOSED HOMES! Low/ $0 Down! Call CRN. Now! 1-800261-4037 X8926. RESTON: Luxury 3 BR. 2.5 BA end garage TH. balcony, kit/FR combo. RR. $2100. 703-4373800. Long & Foster. SWIM, FISH, CANOE AND LAKEVIEW! Enjoy outstanding views from every room' Large deck and 2 balconies overlooking the water. New 3BR. 2BA contemporary. full bsmt, backyard gazebo on Rappahannock River. Two community lakes for swimming and boating. Located near Amissville in Rappahannock County about 20 minutes from Warrenton. Will consider pets. $ 1500/mo Owner/broker 540-6754901. WARRENTON 4BR 35 BA colonial. No pets/ smkg, $1690/ nego. Refs req 571-261-5979; T-Th 540-253-7403 WARRENTON. 3 BR, 2 BA house. 3+ acs, FP, sunroom, quiet. Sec Dep. Credit Check. $1500/month. Olafsen Realty 800-647-1505 or www.olafsen.com WASHINGTON, VA: 3BR, 1.5BA, W/D, CAC, wood stove, large deck, $1100/mo. 860-8746515. WASHINGTON, VA 2BR, 2 full BA, shed, screened porch, wd firs, Ig stone fpl w/gas logs, 3 acs, Harris Hollow, $1200/mo. 540-9842626. nManiNVa I un, va- <L Story, 2 BR, 3FBA, Shed/ garg, CAC/ heat, W/D.Sec. Dep. $1200/ mo. Real Estate III (540) 675-1373 ASHBURN- LUX Live-in style, very clean & freshly painted TH w/ rm for rent w/ closet & full BA. $600/mo. 703475-7545. Close to 267 CENTREV1LLE- 3 Ivl TH 2nd & 3rd. Ivl. 3BR, 2.5BA $1350/ mo. N/S hshold, no pets. 703830-7409.0wner/ Agent LEESBURG/ ARCOLA: Modern Cntry home. 1 individual to share 4BR, 2BA, 3-acres. $500 incl. utils, Vi mo sec. pool, horse barn & pasture. CAC, deck, Avail. 1/31. (C) 703-622-8637 (H) 703-327-2498. Financial/Mortgages HOMEOWNERS: NEED CASH? /Ciasalitfata Nkt! /r»i ow a»ii<ay Mils! /Maks !••• laipraiaaaats v'Pay Taitiaa! 800-L0AHH52 *aRM i;(wu«s awjp Monte *»iw fcMto n J5t, J •>* .»aps -w -m m ? «**• * ***>: -. •; *r ?ocw ’‘CawuTqiw >^«jos:»,na«i ^ airfete :ie*» i «•*•**! *4 NEAR VIENNA METRO I Elegant brick T/H to share, hardwood floors, deck. conv. to shops. $625/mo. 703-556-0187 STERLING - SFH Room w/ dish tv. Share kit. & laundry. Parking. . $450/mo. 703-450- I 2264. _/ A BEAUTIFUL, 2BR, TH. Marshall. Fully furnish, or will consider renting unfurn. 5 mins to I66, pub schools & shopping. 540-364-2318 Ive msg will call you back j ALDIE - SOUTH RIDGE. New, never occupied Beazer brick front. 2-car gar TH. 3BRs 2+1/2+ 11/2Bas. Open kit w/ ; adjacent family room. Huge MBR: walk-in closet, lux BA, soaking tub & s,ep shower. Fin. rec rm, fpl. '/? BA & w/o to rear yd. $1,595 incl. HOA. 703-362-2829. CENTREVILLE: $1400. Great 3BR, 2.5BA, 3 Ivl TH. Short term/ lease ■ purchase option. Call Judy at 540-295-1471. KWR. CENTREVILLE- 3 LVL, 4 BR, 3.5 BA. $1550/mo. Fin. & w/o bsmt. Hrwd. firs. Skylight, jacuzzi. 703-860-2805. GORGEOUS TH IN ex cellent location. Brick | front, 3 fin. Ivl., 3BR, 3.5 BA, $ 1,630/mo. Please call 703-771-9168 between 6-8pm or 703727-3495 (cell) LEESBURG: 2BR 1.5BA, end unit w/ FP, newly renov, $1100. 703-771-2345 or 703727-1172. _/ EESBURGIMMACULATE 3-level TH w gas FP in rec rm. spacious kt, deck & more! Avail March 15th, $1695/mo. Prudential Carruthers 703-7778200. .EESBURG: LUXURY townhouse in Leesburg Vanderbilt area Attractive, bright. 3 BR 2.5 BR townhouse on 3 levels, with garage. Landscaped, fenced in back yard and 2 level deck. Available immediately. $1600 per month Call: 703-7792184. XIDDLEBURG 2BR, 2BA, FP. W/D, Unfin. bsmt. $1200/mo. Call 540-687-3003 or 540364-3093 STERLING- 3 BR, 15 BA. Lrg. LR w/ FP. W/D. Reserved prkg. $1200/ mo. 703-4431104. ACROSS FROM FAUQUIER Courty Court House, Old Town Warrenton, 4 rms, powder room, approximately 1500 sq ft. $1,000/mo some utils incl. Excellent location. Contact Cathy Bernache Thomas & Tabot Real Estate 540-6874144 4AIN ST. The Plains, VA. $300 -$600 incls utils. Full Ba, kitchen, hi speed Internet. 540253-5083 Classified Ads Work THE FAUQUIER SPCA STRAY ANIMALS 540-788-9000 Visit our homepage at www.fauauierspca.com e-mail spca@erols.com for a complete and up to date listing r HMtth A Urgent news tor people who have used WELDING RODS Scieniisis report that elevated manganese exposure from welding rotl fumes has been associated with Parkinsonian (like Parkinson’s disease) and manganlstn Symplons Include shakiness, distorted facial expression, loss of equilibrium, decreased hand aglltty, difficulty walking. Joint pain, loss of short term memory, slurred/slow speech, stiffness In muscles and tremors. II you have experienced any oI these problems, call us today roil free at l-DOOTHE-RAGLE lor a lee consultation to evaluate your potential claim. We practice law only in Arizona, but associate with lawyers throughout the I .S. . GOLDBERG *. OSBORNE jk * I -800-THE-EAGLE « 21*. (I 800-*43-3243| »wv» isootheeaitle.coni Wit 80 Rentals Office <__/ OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE in Old Town Warrenton, VA. Utilities & weekly cleanings included, conference room avail. One 6 $350/mo & 1 @ $285/mo. 540-347-0141 OFFICE SPACE, Old Town Warrenton w/ assigned parking, $250$500/mo. Owner 540347-5555 •III across from Fauquier County Court House, Warrenton 4 rms, powder rm, approximately 1500 sq ft. $1,000/mb some utils incl Please Contact Cathy Bemache Thomas & Talbot Real Estate 540-687-4144 RETAIL, THE Plains, VA, store front, 600-900 sq ft. $600-$900 per mo. Established Traffic. 540-253-5083 WAREHOUSE, 6000 sq.ft, with 3 office rooms in White Post, VA for lease or sale. 540-837-1140. -,Hunting 9S9 ■»-— •' rropwim VDEER AND small game hunting in No. Va. Call 703-670-9783 or visit www.nsa-inc com BETHANY BEACH AREA: New lux. home in Bear Trap Dunes beach/ golf community Sleeps 8. 3 BR. 2V4 BA & gar. Bright, open floorplan w/ 2000 sq. ft. of space, new furnishings & upgraded appli. Screened porch & deck overlooking duck pond. Enjoy 3 pools, fitness center, tennis, 27-hole championship golf course. & shuttle bus to beach. Rates vary by month 888-382-9779. KIAWAH ISLAND, SC: cottage w/ river view, fishing, pool + amens, TV, VCR. DVD, 3BR, 2BA. 770-458-3993. MYRTLE BEACH/ North, SC - OCEANFRONT! Luxury Properties Great Prices. Summer Beach Rentals. Private homes/ condos. Spring/ Summer Get-AWays! Free Brochure. 1-800-525-0225 or www.elliottrealty.com - Preview Properties! Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 i>a Vacation [|>n| V_4 MYRTLE BEACH, SC/ SUNSET BEACH, NCFirst time offered. Grand Opening Preview Visit June 18, 19 & 20. (not timeshared). New’ Lakefront / Golf Community. Onsite 27 hole Golf, Gated Development only minutes to Beach. Golf, Shopping, Medical. Large homesites from the $50’s. 1866-260-4178. ORLANDO/ R_ Lux home 2 mi from Disney, 5BR & 4BA. Pool, Furn. Sleeps 12. Wkly/Daily Brochure 703-241-1537 www.360house com/76 559 WARRNTON, $299,900. brick rambler, 1700 sq. ft.fnshed,1700 unfnshd, Bethel Academy Sbdv, 3BR, 2FBA, walkout bsmt. 540-349-4868, 7154 Academy Fid. V..v A FORECLOSURE!3BR, home. Only $7,500, Won t last! For listings 800-719-3001 ext R528 BUY YOUR DREAM home with no money down Free recorded message, 1-888-7299156, ext. 90033. FDP Realty. Eastern WVs LARGEST Mountain Acreages! ONE DAY SALE! • Saturday, Feb 7th! INCREDIBLE SAVINGS! <4,000 OFF! 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V DISTRESS SALE- Bank foreclosures Free list of foreclosure properties Receive a free computerized print out. free recorded message 1888-773-6451 . ID #1042. Remax Mountain View FANTASTIC 5 BR 3 FBA 7 yr. old Col on private ' r acre Backs to trees Main Ivl BR & BA- side ■ load gar Hdwd firs on main Sep DR. FR. & Sun Rm. Lux. BA Intercom Deck Porch. W o bsmt Walk to Old Town Great curb appeal Re max. 703-321-7697 NO MONEY DOWN - Free list of properties avail, with no down payment. Free recorded message 1-888-773 6451 ID # 1043 Remax Mountain View ROUND HILL in Western Loudoun 1997. 3BR 2 5 BA. 1.6+ acres Fin. w o basement Deck, wrap around porch $386,500 . 540-4540617 or 703-609-5940 or 703-858-1860. WHITE POST- Winchester. Dundridge Farms. 4 BR. 3.5 BA. kitchen/ great room. library, family rm. bonus rm. Lovely 6 acs. on creek $359,900. Long & Foster. June Sherwood 703-317-1872. 133 Lots ft Aeraag* ASHTON WOODS PRIVATE PROPERTY for sale. All wooded, streams. end-of-road privacy & seclusion 84 acres - $219,900 1st time offered. Call 304262-2770. CROSSINGS ON THE Potomac1 9+ acres $94,900. Views of Maryland! Rare, private parcel. Nice - trees, several building sites & end-of-road privacy. Enjoy deeded access to deep boatable Potomac River Easy financing Call now 1-877-7774837. Crossings on the Potomac 9+ AC • $94,900 Views of Maiyland! Rare, private parcel w nice trees, several building sites & end-of-rd pnvacy. Enjoy deeded access to deep, boatable Potomac River. Easy financing. Call now 1-877777-4837 Crossings on the Potomac Horse Lovef'sDefighti 6+AC-$119,900 350ft Streamfront 1st time offered! Perfect meadow setting w deeded access to 650' wide Potomac River. Ready for horses! Great financing. Call now 1-877-7774837 Crossings on the Potomac POTOMAC RIVERFRONT Views of C&O Canal 4+AC-$299,900 Gorgeous parcel wlong range views of Potomac & easy access to over 260 ft frontage on deep, boatable Potomac River. A perfect boating paradise. Lowest financing in yrs. Call before it sells 1-877777-4837. HORSE LOVER'S DELIGHT' 6+ Acres $119.900. 350' streamfront. 1st time offered1 Perfect meadow setting, deeded access to 650' wide Potomac River. Ready for horses! Great financing. Call now 1-877-777-4837. LAND - APPROXIMATELY 13 acre building lots on new, rural, developer maintained. Golf course community in Irvington, Virginia. Public water' sewer. 55k to 75k. 800-795-2495. www.hillsquarter.com NEW 1600 SQ ft Log Cabin shell with lake access & free boat slip on 35,000 acre lake in Tennessee hills. $89,900. Terms 800704-3154 ext. 548. Sunset Bay, LLC. PHILOMONT/ MIDDLEBURG Beautiful, partially wooded streamside, 12.2 acre lot, well. 1.5 miles to Philomont. Avail, immed. Reduced to $320,000. Call John at 703-966-8838. POTOMAC RIVERFRONT! Views of C&O Canal 4+ acres $299,900. Gorgeous parcel. long range views of Potomac & easy access to 260+' frontage on deep boatable Potomac River. Boaters paradise1 Lowest financing in years. Call now 1-877777-4837. 1133 L#t* * PURCELLVILLE (1 mile outside) 3 2 wooded acre lot for sale Perked with well Next to Mountain View Elem School $700,000* ■ home neighborhood Gorgeous mountain views $350,000 540454 2272 TEXAS LAND LIQUIDATION 20 acre ranches 35 minutes from booming El Paso Roads, surveyed, refs. $8995. $0 down. $89 mo. Sunset Ranches. Free maps pictures 1800-843-7537 www. sunsetranches com WATTS BAR LAKE NEAR KNOXVILLE, TN- 39.000 acres TVA lake 4 miles off I-40 All utilities, dockable, spectacular views, hardwoods, level to rolling lots. 1-800-4923720 V_^ BEAUTIFUL LOTS-West Culpeper Co.- Rappahannock Hunt area. Wooded. GREAT Mntn views, 5 & 8 ac Call Linda Tara 800-2721292 x232 HOMES FROM $199 month1 Foreclosures for sale1 Stop renting and own1 4% down. 30 years @ 8.5% APR. For listing and Information call 1-800-3193323 ext. FI900 MANASSAS/ NOKESVILLE 20+ Acres. 5000+ sq. ft. home, pool, fenced, stable $775K. Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505. 800647-1505 or www.olatsen.com MARSHALL, NEAR I66 to be built, colonial. 3BR. 2.5BA. on 2 29 acs. 2 story, foyer. FP. breakfast nook. $379,900 Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505. 800647-1505, or www.olafsen.com MARSHALL - OWNERS RELOCATING 3BDRM 2Bath rambler. Rambler on corner lot in town of Marshall. Partially fenced yard, new carpet in bdrms. Move in ready. $198,500 (540) 364-4516. LOUDOUN- LOVELY townhomes. Quiet tree lined streets Starting at $189,990 Zero Down Payment. Free recorded message. 1888-729-9156. ext. 86033. FDP Realty. 180 Commercial Rentals ANTIQUE SHOP IN Luckett's available for lease 42410 Strump Town Rd. Leesburg, VA 20176. DULLES TOWN CENTER area- 1.317 sf windowed corner office suite Great location with beautiful views & kitchen, near Dulles airport. Dulles Town Center Mall & other amenities Asking $2,000 a month including all utilities & cleaning Other small & large spaces also available suitable for office, medical & retail For more information call Dulles Commercial 703450-9394 or email Countryside@dullescommercial MIDDLEBURG- MAIN St office retail for rent Prime loc. Call Bonnie. 540-687-6321. 1200 SQ. FT. office & shop on by-pass. $900/ month. Olafsen Realty 540-347-1505 or 800647-1505. www olafsen.com /-* RmI Estate *9° Wanted V J IN FORECLOSURE? House needs repair? I work w< Investors who can help and will buy your house "as is” Call John @ 703-864-6500 Keller Williams Realty. Homeowners been turned down? Refinance low as 2.95% (APR 5.85%) Bad credit loans also available. BK’s and defaults ok. Debt consolidation. Home improvement. Call now 1-800-454-0581 Place Your Ad Today Call 347-4222 Fax 349-8676 Bids & Proposals REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The Rappahannock-Rapidan Community Sen/ices Board/Area Agency on Aging, a human services organization, will receive sealed proposals for the purpose of contacting with one contractor to provide a Classification and Compensation Study. Request for Proposal package, Number 2004-1, will be available February 9, 2004 from Brenda Lockhart, Procurement Manager, Culpeper, VA 22701, telephone number 540-825-3100, Extension 3143. Sealed Request for Proposals responses must be returned by 4:00 P.M., March 5, 2004 at the office address, 15361 Bradford Road, P.O. Box 1568, Culpeper, VA 22701. The Board reserves the right to cancel this Request for Proposals or reject proposals at any time prior to an award, to waive any or all formalities or technicalities, and to accept the proposal deemed to be most advantageous to the Board. 2-04-04 #553607 v._/ HOMEOWNERS Limited offer- 2.95°o Loan Rate I believe you will find this the lowest rate available anywhere. Limited offer. Nationwide Lender Any Credit. 1-888-596-3328 AIR, WATER & WELLNESS BUSINESS. Add S15.800 or more to your income part time. Proven Systems Will Train 888-276-9038 ALL CASH CANDY ROUTE. Do you earn S800 in a day7 Your own local candy route. Includes 30 Machines and Candy. All for S9.995. 1-800-998VEND. A NEW COMPUTER BUT NO CASH? You're APPROVEDGuaranteed! •NewFast-Famous Brand. NO CREDIT CHECKBad Credit - Bankruptcy OK 1-800-420-0326 10a-9p EST *Checking Account Required ARE YOU MAKING $1000 per week? All cash vending routes with prime locations available now! 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PRiNTING/GRAPHICS Franchise has new areas available, well established location also for sale. Training, local support, financing avail. 800-645-3006 or www. Mmutemanpress.com $500 WEEKLY possible mailing sales letters. Genuine opportunity Supplies provided. Limited offer Call 1-708536-7040 (24 hours). 200 Antiqu** / ColtectiblM OLD DOMINION GUN SHOWS, Quality Collector's ShowsBealeton, Dale City, Harrisonburg, Fishersville.Leesburg. Modern, Antique & Military Arms. Don't miss our 2004 Show Schedule. Info (276) 238-1343. www.olddominionshows com BUY-SELLTRADE WANTED: Older fishing tackle, bamboo rods, reels, lures, etc. Also Coleman camp gear, hunting items, Zippo lighters Wild Game Calls & Recurved bows. Call Bob 540-545-8508, Berryville. 208 Auction* V ABSOLUTE LAND AUCTION - 217 Acres located in 9 large acreage tracts. Located in Pulaski County. VA between 1-81 and Claytor Lake with beautiful mountain views. Sale is Wednesday. February 18 at 1 00 PM at the Ken Farmer Auction Center in Radford. VA. Call Ken or Will Farmer, Woltz & Associates, Inc. (VA#321) Brokers & Auctioneers 800-551-3588 or www.woltz.com GOVERNMENT SURPLUS - Great deals on surplus and confiscated items Easy and convenient, right from your computer. Items change daily. Register free. www.govdeals com or call 800-613-0156. m 41* Computer* H 4,0 Electronic* I NEED A NEW computer? Bad Credit-No Problem! Buy a new computer now and pay for it later. New Computers and Laptops from $20/ month. Call now 1-800311-1542 For Your Employment Needs call Times Community Newspapers Call 347-4222 --> 224 Firewood V_ ' J Call the Woodpecker tor Season Firewood! All hard wood1 $160 540554-8242 No cell phone calls please SPLIT SEASONED FIREWOOD Si 00 pickup load You oaul 540-454-2272 (ooo Fumltur* / ^ I228 Appliances J A BED $149 QUEEN Pillow Top New in plastic with warranty Can deliver 703-8988768 A 100% Italian leather sofa set Brand new in original packing S1.100 Can deliver 703-898-9247. BED- $125 FULL SIZE mattress & box set New in plastic Can Deliver 703-898-8768 BED KING Pillowtop $249 New in plastic w. manufacturers warranty Can deliver. 703-8988768 BED RM — Brand new 5PC set S450 Complete in original unopened boxes Can deliver. 703-898-9247 BED SET - 7PC Cherry set: Bed. drssr. mirr. chest, nt stnd. $1000 New in boxes Can deliver. 703-898-9247 CHERRY DINING ROOM SET: Chairs,, table, hutch & buffet. Brand new in box. $950 Can deliver 703-898-9247 CHERRY SLEIGH Bed Brand new in original box Sell S350 703-8988768 DINING ROOM TABLE antique brushed black fin . 4 chairs w/end table insert. 6 mo. old. mint cond . S600/obo. Call 703-371-4438 cell. Email for more pic. Stacey 77 @ vzavenue.net DR SET: 100°o solid mahogany. hand carved. Double pedestal table. 10 chairs. S2.900. Buffet $975 China cabinet $1500. 703-691-2600 FAB RESALES! Nearly new black Ithr sofa, armchairs, office set. Queen BR set w/ matt & much more Worth seeing1 Call Rula @ 571-238-7422 MULTI-ROOM Furn. Sale- All Thomasville furn . 2 y o . cherry fin. (2) king beds. (4) double beds, matching nightstands. armoires (can be sold sep )LR chrs. & tbls. Please call or email for pricing and appt Dave 571-2231063. davekress @aol com 4 POSTER CARVED cherry twin beds w/ oval mirrored dresser. 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Chantilly, VA 20151 with copy of current driving record or call 301419-3565, ext 8034 DRIVER Sterling, VA steel fabricator has opening for truck driver with current CDL. Full time with benefits. Call: 703-471-5321 I ELECTRICIANSANECO Electrical Construction is hosting an onsite job fair this Tuesday from 3pm to 6pm at our office location at 44901 Falcon Place, Suite 116 in Sterling, VA. We are recruiting Mechanics, Foremen, and Superintendents with a min. of 7 yrs. stable experience in commercial electrical construction. We offer, Top Pay, medical and dental coverage, 7 paid holidays (starts immediately), vacation pay, and 401 Kw/ company match. Call 703-435-6775 for more Information or fax resume to 703-435-7633. EOE M/F/ DV/ Drug Free Workplace. Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call 347-4222 • Electricians • Apprentices • Helpers RESIDENTIAL All local area Jobsites. Our pay runs from $9 to $20 per hr. based on yon experience. Must have tools and own transportation to shop SUNDANCE ELEC. CONTRS., INC. 540-349-8200 EXT 12 Electricians Helpers/ Trainees New Construction Residential $9.00 start per hour Plus All Benefits. Certified Training Program. Must have transportation. Call Today 703-968-5545 EL. Kellogg Corporation Since 1961 EQLHNE NSURANCE Office Assistant needed in small office. Must possess excellent communication and telephone skills, be computer literate and possess a working knowledge of horses. Salary + benefits. Mail resume with a cover letter to: Taylor Harris Insurance Services, Ltd. P.O. Box 449, MkHeb(r& VA 20118 FUEL TRUCK DRIVER Wanted Full-Time CDL Class A or B plus HAZMAT & tank endorsements Local driving only Begin immediately (leave message) Garde Mgr Prep/Cold station & salads Wanted for French Country Inn near Winchester, VA Full time. creative, energetic, team player with experi once wanted Call 800 638 1702 for interview or fax resume 540 837 2004 HOUSEKEEPERS Needed for Country Inn, in Clarke County, VA, 10 mins. East of Winchester. gratuities. Pleasant team member needed. Weekends a must. Call 540-837-1375 for an interview Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call TODAY 540-347-4222 i Customer Service Agent Full Time NCG Insurance, located in Leesburg, VA seeks experienced commercial property & casualty Customer Service Agent. This position requires insurance background, topnotch communication skills, computer experience, attention to detail and the ability to work well under pressure. Valid property & casualty insurance license required. NCG Insurance offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Please send resume to: Valerie Stalnaker, Vice President NCG Insurance P.O. Box 6364 Leesburg, VA 20178 '""Email: vstainaker@ncainsurance.com No Phone Calls Please Nationwide paramedical co. seeks medical profs to perform mobile ins. exams in No. VA & DC. Min have min. 1 yr. venipuncture cSi vital signs exp. Local travel, tlex his, comp. pay. Mast have reliable rransp. Call 703242-0522 or tax resume to 703-242-0525. FOF l-ANDCARE SUPERVISORS We're looking for friendly Individuals who want to make a difference as Landcare Maintenance or Enhancement Supervisors in our Gainesville Branch. Great advantages of joining the TruGreen LandCare team include excel, benefits. Full timeYear round employment. Exper. preferred but will train. If you're looking for a career with long term potential - this is it! For consideration, cal Sandy Eddinger in Gamesville at: 703-968-0668 or fax resume to: 703-968-9549 EOE/M/M/F/D/V LEAD TECHNOLOGIST Instrumental. Inc is seeking a candidate interested in being a part of a strong en terprise computing company fen years of HPC computting (all platforms), in eluding I/O architectures and require merit analysis. RAID configurations, and performance optimi zation is essential Travel involved Ap plicants selected will tie subject' to gov eminent security in vestigation and must meet eligibility re quirements for ac cess to classified in formation T.mail Resume to: MAINTENANCE/ GROUNDS TECH PT, must have own tools, & Knowledge of general maintenance, electric, AC, plumbing. Must have own transportation. Warrenton, VA 540-820-7638 (cell) Fax resume to 540-249-9332 MECHANIC Sunbell Rentals in Sterling. VA is ( intently seeking mechanics. Knowledge of diesel engines and some hydraulics a plus Must have own tools and transportation We offer lop pay and benefits Call Scott @ 703-478-0210 or apply in person to 17 Douglas Ct. NEW YEAR NEW CAREER If you're presently not earning the income you desire and need, you could be the person we are looking for. AFLAC is a world leader in our field. We offer high income potential, a stxk bonus plan and incentive trips. We are looking for a self-starter, a positive thinker, a goal- oriented person who can work with a minimum of supervision. If you are interested, call for a confidential interview & details. 540-829-8870 434-960-1472 NURSING AID ATTENDANT Excellent pay, must have own transportation. 540-987-8429 PLUMBING Large plumbing company with offices in va, Md. & California Looking for top service plumbers. SIGNING BONUSES FOR MASTERS & JOURNEYMEN. TOP BENEFITS! Large call base, over 1000 calls per week. Up, to $80K per year. Call Jon 703-273-4400 Public Speaker National Production Company currently accepting applications for Full-Time FridayMonday employment. These positions involve traveling every weekend by air to major U.S. cities with fellow employees. If you enjoy working with people, consider yourself having good public speaking abilities, and enjoy traveling these positions may prove very rewarding to you. Weekend compensation range $475-$900, determined by responsibility assumed/ tasks completed. For more info 1-800-216-2680 The area’s premier FIVE STAR dealership is looking for JgeJac<*y PARTS ADVISOR for our very busy parts department We offer /Competitive Pay /Paid Vacation /Paid Sick Leave /Paid Training /401K /Health/Dental & Life Insurance Call Now! Parts Manager at: 800-374-8366 or Fax resume to: 540-347-7399 or Mail resume to: 510 Frost Ave. Warrenton, VA 20186 Retail Grocery Reset Merchandisers • 4:00 AM start with other shifts available • Rate $9.00 to start 0 Travel within 40 miles 0Must have own reliable transportation Kww.prscorporate.com 1 888 484 6604 Sales Construction Equipment Sales Well established distributor has excellent opportunity for aggressive salesperson. Top quality product lines include Environmental, Trenchers & Trenchless EQ Established N.VA territory. Full benefits, 40 IK, profit sharing and co. vehicle. Please fax resume to 301-498-8720 SECRETARY/ OFFICE ASST. Cascades area. FT Mon-Fri 8-5PM. Successful candidate will 3 yrs admin, exp., 60 wpm, exp. w/ Word, Excel, Adobe, Quickbooks. Well organized person able to prioritize assignments & maintain confidentiality. Candidate will wok directly fa the president. Fax: 703-430-1077 EOE SECRETARY PT Busy consulting firm with home office needs secretary with good typing and strong computer skills, ideal candidate is very organized and able to work independently. Two days per week. Legal experience a plus. Fax resume & salary requirements to: 540-347-0763 SHEETMETAL WORKER Sheetmetal Co., Manassas seeking experienced commercial sheet metal tech. Person should have field & shop experience & valid driver's license. Top paying company & paid vacation, holidays, health insur, profit sharing, retirement benefits & annual bonus. Pay according to experience. Please Call 703-724-1519 YARD SPOTTER Driver needed for yard. No CDL required. Full-time with benefits. Call: 703-471-5321 PJ. ASSISTANTHOME HEALTH Supplement your income with PRN visits. Great pay! Call 800-545-1785 for an application. EEOC Classified Ads Work Call 347-4222 Fauquier Times-Democrat ADS WORK Call TODAY 540-347-4222 Smith-Midland Corp., a producer of precast concrete products, is now seeking people for the following positions: PART-TIME ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office required. Performs a variety of administrative tasks supporting the Executive Administrative Assistant. Approximately 20 hours per week. FORM CARPENTER Carpentry experience required. Ability to read and interpret blueprints desired. PRODUCTION WORKERS - STEEL SHOP Ties steel rebar used in the manufacturing of precast concrete products. Ability to read a tape measure and a drawing desired. BUILDING ASSEMBLY TECHNICIAN Basic carpentry skills desired. Travel by company vehicle with in local area. Will train right individual depending on previous job experience and ability. We offer competitive wages and complete benefits, including health and dental insurance, 401K retirement and savings plan, and paid holidays and vacations. Qualified persons may contact: HR Dept. P.O. Box 300 Midland, VA 22728 Ph: 540-439-3266 Fax: 540-439-1232 Email: wtaylor@smithmidland.com NEW BUSINESS = Two strong companies are teaming up. Schneider National and Ford are offering stability and security for truck drivers. No experience necessary. INEXPERIENCED DRIVERS EXPERIENCED DRIVERS Company-paid CDL training for qualified candidates ^ HOME DAILY Earn $35-$41,000 depending upon experience 2,000 miles per week Low-cost medical & dental insurance; free vision & life $2,000 sign-on bonus Quarterly bonuses Mon, Feb. 2 at 9am. 1pm & 8pm Hampton Inn University 1655 Apple Blossom Winchester, VA 1-81, S exit 3138, N exit 313, goWonUSSO Mllmm of Advantage* www.schneider.com

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Obituaries Ethel M. Jenkins Born in Rappahannock Ethel Mae Howell Jenkins of Culpeper died Jan 30. Mrs. Jenkins was born in Rappahannock on May 8. 1920 to the late Allie E Howell and Elsie Wince Howell. She was a member of the Hopewell United Methodist Church in Lignum. Va. Mrs. Jenkins was preceded in death by her husband. Freddie William Jenkins, a son, William Ralph Jenkins and one brother, Russell A. Howell. She is survived by four daughters, Mary Anne Kline of Warfordsburg, Pa., Marjorie M. Marston of Luray, Bonnie J. Behrendt of Culpeper and Deborah C. Saunders of Manassas; seven sons. William Garfield Jenkins, Wayne E. Jenkins, Lindsay W. Jenkins and Sidney A. Jenkins all of Culpeper. Freddie M. Jenkins, Russell A. Jenkins both of Luray and Douglas C. Jenkins of Fairfax. Additional survivors include three brothers, Ranville Howell, Floyd A. Howell of Vinton and James A. Howell of Luray, 15 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. A graveside service was held Feb. 1 at Beahm’s Chapel Cemetery in Luray with Rev. Lois Phemister officiating. Lawrence G. Huff Born in Rappahannock Lawrence Grover Huff, Real estate transactions The following real estate transactions were recorded recently in the Rappahannock Circuit Court Clerk's Office: Noel Armstrong Laing and wife to Gillian S. Edwards, 19.5918 acres, Jackson Inspiring Tfwugfits by Randy Minter DECIDING FOR YOURSELF If you are the type of person who would never think of making a purchase without first carefully reviewing your options, how can you not preplan your funeral, let alone leave the choices for someone else to make? Funeral preplanning allows you to approach the whole process by visiting a funeral home and deciding for yourself where you and your family would be most comfortable. Then, have an open discussion with the licensed funeral director about your choices. Take comfort in the fact that making your own arrangements spares your family members the need to do it on their own. Preplanning is a wonderful option for many because it can relieve one's relatives of the burden of wondering what you wanted. At the MOSER FUNERAL HOME 233 Broadview Ave., Warrenton, we know it can be hard to face the fact of our death, but facing it also provides the freedom to plan what you prefer and ease the financial burden for loved ones. Call us at 347-3431 to set up an appointment. QUOTE: "Death is the veil which those who live call life: They sleep, and it is lifted.” - Percy Bysshe Shelley District. $720,000. Farfelu Crest Hill Partnership to John L. Osborne and wife, 86.5174 acres, Jackson District. Deed of giftFaith Builders Inc., to Janis Deane McAtee, three acres, Jackson District. $280,000. Michael E. Campagna to Michael E. Campagna and wife, 13.50 acres, Hampton District. Deed of gift. W.C. Thompson Funeral Home, Inc. “We Care About Tour Peace Of Mindv 503-7 North Main Street • C ulpeper, Virginia 22701 Telephone (540) 825-6700 Wilbur C. Thompson, Mortician & Notary Sernnjf the Piedmont area for over 40 wars w / Country Homes HERON POND Post and beam home with intriguing architectural details and open spaces overlooks this private lake as well as the Blue Ridge Mountains. A delightful design for entertaining; very privately situated in the countryside near Washington, VA. Enjoy the rolling fields and woodlands of this lovely 68 acre property. I $895,000 WOODLAND CHARM Three bedroom, three bath home in Rappahannock includes a spacious country kitchen, large dining/den combination with book shelves and Franklin fireplace, office, master suite with dressing room, comfortable living room and a walkout basement with a finished suite & 2 car garage. Spacious deck overlooks 5 acres of woods & private creek. $298,500 Real Estate ill Rick Kohler Mitzie Young Betsy Hille Kaye Kohler Marge Montague Washington. VA 540-6/5-1373 9 Offices RAPPAHANNOCK CHARLOTTESVILLE STAUNTON WAYNESBORO National Referral Service Available It is with great pleasure that THOMAS AND TALBOT REAL ESTATE announces that Alexander “Alex” Sharp of Washington, Virginia has joined the firm A 25 year resident of Rappahannock County with a long history of community involvement, Alex Sharp brings exceptional knowledge of Rappahannock County and he will be an invaluable asset to our firm and the customers he serves. Rappahannock Farmers Association - Chairman of Rappahannock County Board of Zoning Appeals - Chairman of Extension Leadership Council for Rappahannock County - Secretary to the Rappahannock County Water and Sewer Authority - Past 20 years, managed family cattle and apple farms. Community: A past director of the Rappahanncok League for Environmental Protection and a former member of the Board of Directors of the Virginia State Horticultural Society representing Madison and Rappahannock counties in Virginia. Part time staff person for the Piedmont Environmental Council serving as assistant to the Rappahannock League for Environmental Protection. BA in Economics, University of Virginia (1979) Graduate of Bethesda Chevy Chase High School in Chevy Chase, Maryland Licensed Real Estate salesperson in Rappahannock County from 1989-1997 and currently Please contact Alex at Thomas and Talbot Real Estate, Middleburg, VA LAND AND ESTATE AGENTS SINCE 1967 Exclusive Affiliate of Christie’s Great Estates International (540) 687-6500 or at home (540) 675-3887 Times Community Newspapers *; Fairfax: 703-437-5400 • Loudoun: 703-7711111 • Prince William: 703-396-7777 Fauquier: 540-347-4^2 • Clarke: 540-955-1111 • Rappahannock: 540-675-3349 -n i 88, of Front Royal died Jan. 30 at Royal Haven Rest Home in Front Royal. Mr. Huff was born July 8, 1915 in Gid Brown Hollow to the late Grover Marshall Huff and Nellie Elizabeth Fincham Huff. He was a retired pipe fitter from Avtex Mr. Huff was preceded in death by his wife, Viola May Mills Huff. He is survived by two sons, Jimmy Marshall Huff of Richmond and Richard Eugene Huff of Newport News and six grandchildren. A graveside service was held Feb. 2 at Prospect Hill Cemetery in Front Royal with Pastor Greg Amos officiating. CloTi rtill*’ilsii • F tl N F P ' MOM F • "Families Serving Families" Unparalleled Service Since 1830, the Benchmark of Funeral Service 11190 James Monroe Highway (Rt. 29 South) Culpeper, VA Wayne English, Funeral Director 540-825-2361 Kristen Privett, Funeral Director www.cloreenglish.com Toys for Tots Sponsor www.keymemories.com R.\PPAHANNOCK CO. - TO BE BUILT -SPLIT FOYER 3 Bedroom. 2 bath, living room, kitchen, dining room. 2 car garage and unfinished basement. RP4534941 - only - $162,500 Call "Skippv Giles’* 1-866-341-3607 Toll Free s* Refuse ,c&r Regency a® Regency 221 Broadview Avenue • Warrenton I have people looking for homes and land in Rappahannock and surrounding counties. If you are thinking of selling please give me a call. Each Office Independently Owned & Operated PUBLIC NOTICE ATTENTION PROPERTY OWNERS & RELATIVES OF PROPERTY OWNERS We are currently updating our records at Hillcrest Memory Gardens If you have not updated your records in the past 3 years, please contact us at 540-937-5251 for an appointment. , Monday through Saturday and evening appointments available. Country Living in Rappahannock County Regional, National and International Marketing Cornerstone, c. 1870 85+/- acres farm located in Rappahannock County with incredible mountain views. The 4200sf home has 5 bedrooms, 3-1/2 baths and has been completely restored with all modem conveniences. Other improvements include 18 stall stable, bam, riding ring, 5 fenced-paddocks and in-ground swimming pool. $1,500,000 . Sharp Rock Vineyards Well-established vineyard/winery and country estate located on 24+/- acres along the Hughes River, c. '1860’s home, winery, bams, 2 cottages and vineyard producing Virginia and internationally acclaimed wine. All equipment, business and wine inventory included. Great as an estate property or serious wine operation. $1,690,000 ro* High! Located on the edge of the v illage of Orlean in Fauquier County, this charming restored 1840 house is truly one of 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 Bean Hollow 171 acres located between Flint Hill and Washing streams running through the hardwoods with new ro^^ Representing owners and purchasers of Virginia's most noted properties: ordan River with numerous elevated building sites. All Justin H. Wiley (540) 672-5603 jwiley@farmandestate.com Frank Hardy, Inc., Realtors Rappahannock Office PIEDMONT CHARLOTTESVILLE TIDEWATER DELTAVILLE -Imleavoringto preserve the stewardship of land and to ensure our Virginia wav of lifet