William Carrigan

Named 300 times. These are the 294 blocks the name was read from, in the order the paper printed them.

Dec 31, 1981 the Historical Society, provided ...a staggering amount for a small group of volunteers to raise. Then Mr. Carrigan stepped in. He gave $1,250 as an outright gift and another $1,000 as a loan. His contribution enabled the Society to make its home in the...
Dec 31, 1981 culture. "One of his biggest ...meant so much for all the people of the county. I think Mr. Carrigan is such a wonderful person. He’s so good. He’s given his whole hearted support every time he’s been asked." The fireworks that have delighted local residents...
Jan 21, 1982 When old man winter is beating ...the town’s annual Independence Day Fair. The Fourth of July celebrations centered around William Carrigan’s fireworks extravaganza offer Washington’s financially desperate fire and rescue company a wonderful opportunity to raise much needed revenue. It presents local civic clubs and organizations,...
Mar 25, 1982 A group of citizens interested in the arts have ...the movie house in Washington, (2) rental of the old Washington school from William Carrigan and (3) purchase of another building or purchase of a lot and construction of a building. The interested individuals who have been involved over the...
Apr 8, 1982 “I would like to see a real center for ...center with rental offices or renting the old Washington school which belongs to William Carrigan and renovating the huge building into an arts and community center. “It’s a long way to where you’re going," commented William Carrigan after
Apr 15, 1982 An informal group of citizens interested in establishing, an ...some type of artscommunity center. At present, the old Washington school owned by William Carrigan is the preferred site for such a center. “There's no need to approach Mr. Carrigan again until there is a corporation," stated Waldron O’Connor. Frank...
May 6, 1982 Inc., a non-profit corporation ...a speech therapy and tutorial program and teaches international folk dancing here, — William Carrigan, businessman and long-time weekend resident who has been very involved in community affairs, including the county library and historical society. He puts on
May 27, 1982 . ■ 4«l l i B i—■IMflB— S1LIDEN IS ...that the photograph was taken around 1907. ■ The building, now owned by William Carrigan, first served as a high school and™ then an elementary school until its closing in 1969.
Jun 17, 1982 provided by Moddy Aylor, ...p.m. and the grand finale of the day, games and fireworks provided by William Carrigan at Avon Hall. For further information or to reserve a booth, call Roger Roach after 7 p.m. at 9878101.
Jun 24, 1982 For the 22nd year, Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan For the 22nd year, Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan invite the people of Rappahannock County to join them for a picnic supper, games, music, pageantry and fireworks on the hill side at Avon Hall to celebrate the nation's Independence Day....
Jul 1, 1982 The streets of the town of ...At 6:30, the action will move to Avon Hall where Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan will again host an Independence Day program featuring foot races for youngsters, storing patriotic music and th* grand finale of fireworks at dark. Phil Irwin...
Jul 8, 1982 _____ -R»ppth«nnofk Nfw* Pkoto/BiU Youaf rititWORKS AT AVON HALL ...the past 22 years, the extravaganza was a gift from Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan to the people of Rappahannock County.
Aug 12, 1982 elected and given the mandate to form a nonprofit, ...to obtain the use of the old Washington school now owned by Mr. William Carrigan for such a center. Luke stressed that it was important for all those interested in the arts in Rappahannock to come to the August 30...
Sep 2, 1982 n> ini’tm: m t<:hi>so> ...in the counts, had iniliallv hoped to work out a lease with owner William Carrigan lor the old Washington school. At Mondas night's general membership meeting. Jo\ Luke. in lent m RAAC president, acknowledged that Carrigan’s building was considered ideal...
May 12, 1983 As part of Rappahannock’s sesquicentennial celebration, a group of ...the county’s 250th birthday. The time capsule committee—Rayner V. Snead, Mary Botts Quainlance, William Carrigan, Lucia Kilby, Grace Sims and Diane Bruce—propose to erect a
May 12, 1983 A gentleman from the F. T. Valley was recently ...drop-ins who arrived a little ahead of the rush have been reported by William Carrigan. He’s been watching two Canadian Geese search the shore line of a pond in front of his Avon Hall, apparently looking for a vacation residence....
May 26, 1983 “This should be an interesting event,” said William Carrigan, “This should be an interesting event,” said William Carrigan, one of the organizers behind Rappahannock’s 100 year time capsule which will be sealed this July 4th for reopening on Independence Day in the year 2083. “Would not it be interesting...
May 26, 1983 stones, collected and donated by students, names of children ...the information to Diane Bruce or any member of the time capsule committee: William Carrigan. Ravner V. Snead, Mary Botts Quaintance, Lucia Kilby, Dorothy Davis and Grace Sims. Suggested topics include farming, fruit culture, animal husbandry, fine arts and crafts,...
Jun 9, 1983 The people who live the story of Rappahannock County. ...who live the story of Rappahannock County. “All are invited to contribute,” emphasized William Carrigan, one of the organizers behind the effort. “We want letters and pictures from the school children of today to the school children of 100 years...
Jun 9, 1983 should be written on the ...the time capsule committee: Rayner Snead, Diane Bruce, Mary Botts Quaintance, Lucia Kilby, William Carrigan Dorothy Davis or Grace Sims. The same people may also be contacted for additional information. The time capsule will be sealed the afternoon of •July...
Jun 16, 1983 10 YEARS AGO ...of duty. In announcing plans for the annual fireworks display at Avon Hall, William Carrigan said: “Let us remember that the fourth of July is not a partisan affair, but a day for all people to enjoy in celebration. It...
Aug 4, 1983 “The water is here to take care of all ...and our lawns — but I don’t have the means to deliver it,” William Carrigan told the Rappahannock News this weekend, offering water from the lake at Avon Hall to Washington residents who can haul it. Carrigan volunteered his water...
Nov 24, 1983 pie living today; to provide an opportunity to assess ...will Rappahannock be as beautiful 100 years from now .'" reported committee chairman William Carrigan. "Many children seem to fear the future. They ask ‘Will the nuclear war have destroyed civilization?’ One thing is very sure. When this pyramid capsule...
Nov 24, 1983 Time Capsule Time Capsule (Continued from Page l) pood and evil of mankind.” According to Carrigan, the capsule will be sealed between Christmas and New Tears. the exact date and time to be announced in the ast issue of the Rappahanlock News...
Dec 15, 1983 The time capsule project was organized as part of ...can get further information from Mary Botts Quaintance, Grace Sims, Lucia Kilby or William Carrigan. Material may be delivered to the Rappahannock News office through December 23.
Jun 28, 1984 f4: “We cordially invite the people of Rappahannock County ...This simple statement has served as an open invitation than Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan, owners of Avon Hall in Washington, for 23 yean. It’s one statement that doesn’t grow trite with The evening program at Avon Hall has become...
Jul 19, 1984 The Rest ...two weeks by a group of dedicated members of the Virginia Horse Association,’’ William Carrigan of Avon Hall noted. Mr. Carrigan made special mention of show organizers: Betty Lena, Cynthia Warner, Linda Lawrence, and Leah Miller.
Jul 26, 1984 TOWN COUNCIL ...to erect a sign for "The Family Worship Center of Rappahannock Cornty" at William Carrigan's old school house. Tax map reference no. 20A(1)78 (2) SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION NO. 31: James V.
Aug 2, 1984 TOWN COUNCIL ...to erect a sign for "The Family Worship Center of Rappahannock County" at William Carrigan's old school house Tax map reference no. 20A(1)78 (2) SPECIAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION NO 31: James V DeBergh has applied lor a special use permit...
Sep 20, 1984 News PttofeVJane Bangley News PttofeVJane Bangley Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan were honored by Mrs. Dale Metzinger (c) at the special ceremony. Carrigan Honored For Service, Patriotism
Sep 20, 1984 By JANE BANGLEY ...On Sunday, September 16, the Culpeper Minute Mai Chapter of the DAR surprised William Carrigan by bestowing the honor on him. About 35 people watched as Mr. Carrigan received the award at the Rappahannock County Library. It was a fitting...
Jun 13, 1985 Gearing Up ...Up for the 4th Once again Avon Hall, owned by Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan, will be the site of the Fourth of July celebration. The grand tradition continues. Though still three weeks off, the event is nearly all planned,...
Jun 20, 1985 For the 24th consecutive year, Mr. and Mrs. William For the 24th consecutive year, Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan have invited the community to celebrate Independence Day at Avon Hall. Mr. Carrigan says a good program has been set up and that he hopes everyone will turn out to...
Jun 20, 1985 Rappahannock News Photo FOR THE 24TH consecutive year, Mr. Rappahannock News Photo FOR THE 24TH consecutive year, Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan have invited the community to celebrate the Fourth of July at Avon Hall in Washington.
Jun 27, 1985 (Continued from Page 1) Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan (Continued from Page 1) Mr. and Mrs. William Carrigan have invited the community to celebrate with them the grand occasion of Independence Day. People are encouraged to bring picnic supplies, including blankets and folding chairs in case the ground is...
Jul 11, 1985 Rappahannock News Photo/Jane Bangley AS HOST OF the evening ...AS HOST OF the evening Fourth of July festivities at Avon Hall, Mr. William Carrigan conducted an inspection of the Maryland Regiment of the Colonial Army and a Scotch Brigade before a mock battle between the two forces.
May 29, 1986 Homecoming at Gid Brown ...choirs, are invited to participate. All interested ministers and choral directors should contact William Carrigan at Avon Hall, P.O. Box 196, Washington, Va. He may be reached by phone at 675-3527 (weekends) or 301-949-0024 (evenings during the week).
Jun 5, 1986 Choral celebration on Fourth of July ...groups are invited to participate. All interested ministers and choral directors should contact William Carrigan at Avon Hall, P.O. Box 196, Washington, Va. He may be reached by phone at 675-3527 (weekends) or 301-949-0024 (evenings during the week). Washington Baptist...
Jun 12, 1986 The theme for the Fourth of July celebration at ...July celebration at Avon Hall in Washington will be “For God and Country.” William Carrigan said that the festivities will be “in the spirit of celebration for the peace and freedom we are privileged to have in our time.” For...
Jun 12, 1986 children’s choirs, which will march and sing among the ...begin. All musical directors and pastors of Rappahannock churches are urged to contact William Carrigan as soon as possible. He may be reached on weekends at Avon Hall (675-3527) or in the evening during the week at (301) 949-0024. Microphones,...