Thursday, April 8, 2004 • Kilmarnock, Virginia • Eighty-seventh Year • Number 26 • Three Sections • 50¢ White Stone offi cials con sider the possibilities of annexation by Robb Hoff Supreme Court regarding the annexation $18.3-million in federal funds. WHITE STONE—The town council last request. It would be heard by a three-mem- The grant request was re-submitted this week fl oated ini tial plans for pursuing an ber panel of state Circuit Court judges. year and Jewell said the town could expect to an nexation of areas outside White Stone’s Council member David Jones noted that hear in June or July whether or not it would incorporated town limits. annexation could also benefi t the county if gain CTB ap proval this time around. Council member Jack John son presented the town provides services without county Jones said Bailey assured town offi cials information concerning the procedures and expense while the county continues to col- that the applica tion would be considered legalities of annexation. A re lated discussion lect property tax revenues from town resi- important to him regardless of whether or not is set for the May council meeting. dents. raters who preview the applications consid- Areas between the town’s existing bound- “It’s actually an asset to the county,” said ered it important. aries and the Robert O. Norris Bridge, the Jones. “They get the money and don’t have The grant would be applied toward the Carters Creek bridge, James Wharf Road, to pay for the services.” estimated $900,000 cost of the second phase Beach Road and Mosquito Creek Road were Main Street of White Stone’s Main Street project, which identifi ed by Johnson as suit able for poten- Town manager Sherri Jewell reported includes utility relocations at the town center, tial annexation. on a recent meet ing among town offi cials right-of-way purchases at the town center, Mayor Lloyd B. Hubbard Jr. said annex- and Ambrose Bailey, the Freder icksburg Dis- design and engi neering, and pavers for cross- ation can be bene fi cial to the owners of trict representa tive on the Virginia Com- walks and sidewalks. the an nexed property “as long as you can monwealth Transportation Board, to seek In a related matter, council unanimously offer the people more than what they already clarifi cation on why the town was denied a adopted a resolu tion supporting the town’s have.” $500,000 grant for its Main Street enhance- af fi liate membership in the Vir ginia Main Hubbard cited town water, the fi re depart- ments last year. Street Program at no cost to the town. ment and the town police force as services Jewell, Hubbard and Jones were joined by Town offi ce already provided in the town. He noted that Northern Neck District Planning Commis- Council authorized Jones to coordinate the services for sewage treatment and solid waste sion transportation director Donald McCann remainder of the design stage for the new disposal could boost support for annexation. for the meeting. town offi ce with architect William Prilla- Council would have to pur sue annexation Jones said they were told the town’s appli- man. The future offi ce site on Rappahannock through the court system. The process cation last year was rated at “the bottom of Drive is designed to accom modate the town re quires council to petition the Lancaster the pile” of more than 200 grant applica- administration and police offi ces in addi tion County Circuit Court to notify the Virginia tions received by the CTB for allocation of (continued on page A15)
In Edwardsville, a cross draped in purple lilac stands strong against high winds early in Holy Week. (Photo by Reid Pierce Armstrong) Celebrate Easter Listed here are some of the special events planned throughout the community dur ing Holy Week and on Easter Sunday. Consult the church di rectory on page B2 for addi tional services. Thursday, April 8 • A Holy Communion service begins at 7:30 p.m. at Kil- marnock United Methodist Church. • A Holy Communion service begins at 7:30 p.m. at Heathsville United Methodist Church. • Holy Eucharist: Rite I and stripping of the altar begin at 7 p.m. at Grace Episcopal Church. • A Holy Thursday Mass be gins at 7 p.m. at Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church. • A Maundy Thursday Liturgy begins at noon at St. Mary’s Whitechapel Episcopal Church. Market survives chilly climate • A Maundy Thursday Liturgy begins at 7 p.m. at Trinity With children and dogs in tow, families braved the chilly weather last Saturday and visited the fi rst Irvington Farmers’ Market of Episcopal Church. the 2004 season. Some 90 vendors are registered for the monthly gathering of producers and artisans. The market continues on • A Maundy Thursday Service begins at 5 p.m. at St. the fi rst Saturday of each month through the year. (Photo by Robert Mason Jr.) Stephens Episcopal Church. • A Maundy Thursday Service begins at 7:30 p.m. at Corrot toman Baptist Church. • A Holy Thursday Service begins at 7:30 p.m. at Saint Andrews Presbyterian Church. • A Service of Shadows be gins at 6 p.m. at Wesley Pres- Vineyard friends conclude year byterian Church. The Rev. Donald McClean will offi ci ate. Friday, April 9 • The Kilmarnock United Methodist Church Chancel Choir, under the direction of Winnie McCrobie, will pre- of learning, working and sipping sent “Song of the Shadows” at 7:30 p.m. • A community choir under the direction of Cres Saunders IRVINGTON—Since join ing seminars combined with wine- will present John Rutter’s “Requiem” at 8 p.m. at Kil- in the spring of 2003 to plant tasting events scheduled through- marnock Baptist Church. The 38-member ensemble repre- hybrid and vinifera grape vines out the year, members are also sents 10 different churches in the Northern Neck and in Irvington, members of White on call to vineyard management Middle Peninsula. Supporting the choir will be a seven- Fences Friends of the Vineyard when unexpected forces of nature member instrumental ensemble featur ing harp, oboe, tim- have lived up to their pledge to “ call for additional crew. This pani, cello, fl ute, bells and organ. Learn, Work, Sip.” occurred twice in 2003, when • A Good Friday Liturgy will be held at noon at Grace In February, they gathered in hands were invited to walk the Episcopal Church. the vidal blanc block to par- vine rows looking for signs of • A Good Friday Eucharist Service will be held at 7 p.m. at ticipate in a winter pruning work- insect infestation and help tie Saint Francis de Sales Catholic Church. shop with vineyard con sultant down cordons prior to the ar rival • A Good Friday Liturgy will be delivered at noon at St. Lucie Morton. of Hurricane Isabel. Mary’s Whitechapel Episcopal Church. “Look to the future while prun- “Friends of the Vineyard mem- • A Good Friday Liturgy will be delivered at 7 p.m. at ing back” was the maxim Morton bers are encouraged to drop (continued on page A15) offered on that brisk morning in anytime,” said Hollingsworth. while instructing par ticipants to “We want them to feel a kind bravely prune up to 90 percent of ownership in this vineyard, as of the vine’s fi rst year horizontal if it’s an extension of their own growth. backyard.” Locate the vine’s head, count Pruning in snipping and clean- six buds out on each op posing ing pairs, taking breaks for cordon or fruiting arm, then refreshments and to unload their swiftly snip through the seventh trimmings onto the burn pile, the buds and remove the remaining friends retired after completing hardened tendrils,” said Morton. 32 rows, or an acre of vines, Morton explained to the group in under three hours. Later that how winter pruning helps vines afternoon, the friends regrouped, to develop big, strong shoots at cleaned and prettied at Zipporah, the head of the trunk “just where Vineyard consultant Luci Morton shows mem bers how to fi nd the Carters Creek home of White they are needed for strong vas- the head of a vine and where to snip the buds. Fences partner Bill Westbrook, to cular fl ow.” Left unpruned, the regale in a chocolate dessert and year-old trunks would fail un der lected trim mings to take back to through expe rience and to par- wine pairing party. the weight of 32 pounds of fruit her fi rst-grade class to examine ticipate in our many milestones,” The fi nal event of the Friends per arm. Pruning reduces their under a microscope. said Hollingsworth. of the Vineyard’s fi rst year was anticipated fall harvest weight to Morton and vineyard man ager Milestones for the approach ing designed to chal lenge “chocohol- a more practical fi ve pounds per Mark Hollingsworth worked 2004 season include addi tional ics” and lovers of fi ne wines to arm. aloud through a math ematical planting, pruning, har vesting, exper iment with various wine and “Each bud is packed with the formula that included vine spac- sorting, crushing and eventually chocolate pairings by match ing miracle of nature,” said Morton. ing, vines per acre, the two arm wine making. fl avors, sweetness, acidity and “Peeling back their protective cordon system and anticipated In addition to three planned (continued on page A16) jackets will reveal intact leaves harvest ton nage, before setting and grape clus ters in perfect min- members loose among the vines iature.” with snipping tools. “What fun” said member Joan “What you are doing today Marple, who pruned in tandem will shape the architecture of this with her husband, Allen, and col- vineyard for decades to come,” Morton reminded her privileged Inside charges. Record offi ce “In trying organic viticul ture, ■ Treading water: to be closed we want to keep the vines as Shoaling and budget problems clean as possible, minimizing dis- hamper boaters on the ICW .. B10 on Good Friday eases that tend to take up in old dead wood,” Hollingsworth said. ■ Bus terminals: Look inside for The Rappahannock Record offi ce Education was a major Bay Transit to build Northern Neck, Landmark Madeline Mahoney of Burgess celebrates yet another will be closed tomorrow, April 9, in ob jective in the decision to form Middle Peninsula facilities ...... B1 demolished:Vintage Years! B1 holiday with a managerie of lawn art. This Easter, four observance of Good Friday and the Friends of the Vineyard. giant, infl atable bunnies stand guard over a yard fi lled weekend celebration of Easter. “Establishing a vineyard is a Business ...... B7-9 Directory ....C18-19 Schools ...... B5-6 with carrot trees, colorful eggs and Easter rabbits. (Photo The offi ce will reopen Monday, lengthy commitment. We wanted Calendar ...... A2 Obituaries ...... B3 Sports ...... A11-14 by Reid Pierce Armstrong) April 12, at 9 a.m. The regular dead- to give people in our community Churches...... B2-4 Opinion...... A4-5 Upcoming .. A2-3,6+ line schedule remans in effect. the chance to learn viticulture Classified ..... C1-13 Police report...... B1 Wildlife notes .. A13 A2 Upcoming Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 April 10 Saturday Bill and Pam Gurley will per- form at Pipers Pub in Kil- 8 Thursday marnock at 7 p.m. Dinner Dining Guide reserva tions recom mended. Maundy Thursday 435-7178. The Rotary Breakfast Club meets .Country Music is featured at DOCK ‘N DINE TRADITIONAL at 7:30 a.m. at Rappahan nock Donk’s Theater on Route 198 in DINING Westminster-Canterbury. Mathews. The show begins at 8 Bingo is played at the American p.m. 725-7760. CONRAD’S UPPER DECK: SANDPIPER RESTAURANT: Legion Post 86 on Waverly Avenue Income Tax Preparation ser- Waterside restaurant overlooking Est. 1982. Casual relaxed dining with in Kilmarnock at 7 p.m. vices and e-fi ling are available Rappahannock River, specializing in friendly service. Featuring nightly spe- The Wetlands Board for Lan caster at Lancaster Community Library fresh local seafood. Extensive all you cials, charbroiled steaks and fresh sea- can eat buffet plus a full menu. Boat County meets at 9:30 a.m. at the from 1 to 4 p.m. food dishes. Full menu. (D) Route 3, White The Computer Users Group dockage. Friday & Saturday only 5-9 courthouse in Lancaster. Stone. 435-6176. The Board of Supervisors for meets at 10 a.m. at Lancaster pm (D) Route 624, Mollusk 462-7400. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Northumberland County meets at Community Library in Kil- SANDPIPER REEF RESTAURANT: 2 p.m. at the courthouse in Heaths- marnock. TRADITIONAL 4 Star Dining on the Piankatank. An Easter Egg Hunt will be ville. Public hearings begin at 7 Friendly, local atmosphere. Fresh sea- p.m. held at the Reedville fFsher- DINING food, prime beef. Thurs-Sat. 5-9. Sun. The Upper Lancaster Ruritan men’s Museum at 2 p.m. The ALEXANDER’S: 11:30-2. Special Parties-Off Nights. Club meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Easter Bunny will arrive aboard Full service dining-Lunch & Dinner. Ruritan Center in Lively. the Elva C. 453-6529. Char-grilled steaks, seafood, salad Reservations accepted. Off Rt. 198 in American Legion Post 117 meets RApple Seeds, a Macintosh bar. Sunday brunch 11-3, closed Mathews County. (D). 725-3331. Users Group, will meet at 10:30 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– at 7:30 p.m. at the post home in Tues., Wireless internet access. THAI POT: Authentic Thai cuisine. Reedville. a.m. at Rappahannock Westmin- Power Point capability available for Serving lunch and dinner. Dine in and The Interfaith Service Council ster-Canterbury near Irvington. meetings. 555 North Main St., carry-out. Hours: Lunch 11am-3pm. meets at 7:30 p.m. at Wicomico Fourth-grade History Fair Kilmarnock. Take-out available. 804- Episcopal Church in Wicomico Projects are on display at the 435-3100. Dinner 5pm-10pm., Mon.-Sat. Catering Church. the Studio Gallery in Kilmarnock –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– available. 238 N. Main St., Kilmarnock, Registratiion Is Due for the Cobbs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. BAY BREEZE DELI: 436-Thai. Hall Chapter NSDAR annual anni- A Dameron Marsh Walk begins Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– versary luncheon at Rappahan- at 10 a.m. The Natural Area Pre- Breakfast all day! Open late. Daily THE LITTLE PEOPLE'S GUILD & nock Westminster-Canterbury on serve is off Route 606 in Nor- specials. Mon. - Sat. - 6 a.m. - 8 p.m. CAFÉ LOTTÉ : Great BBQ Ribs, April 12. $15. Call 453-5691. thumberland County. Sun.- 6 a.m.- 4 p.m. Lancaster Square, chicken, homemade salad, delicious The Lancaster Band Boosters Kilmarnock. 435-7796. desserts & more. Serving lunch Mon.- Emily Brown reviews Moss Hart –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– books at 10:30 a.m. at Books will sell ham biscuits, muffi ns, Piano concert set DIXIE DELI: Thurs. 11-3, Lunch and dinner Fri. - and Conversation at Rappahan- coffee and orange juice from 8 Family owned and operated (forever!) Sat. 11-8. Closed Sundays. 529-5938 nock Westminster-Canterbury. to 11 a.m. at Farm and Home Ruskin Cooper will per form works by Liszt, Mozart, Chopin Serving lunch 5 days a week, Mon- Lottsburg, Va. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Fourth-grade History Fair Proj- Supply in Kilmarnock. and Rachmaninoff at Grace Episcopal Church on April 25 at Fri., 10:30-3:00, Subs, soup, our fa- THE STEAMBOAT RESTAURANT: ects are on display at the Bayne 5:30 p.m. Admission to the concert, sponsored by the Rappah- mous potato & chicken salad and Enjoy casual dining while overlooking the Center at Christ Church from 9 annock Music Study Club, is free. sandwiches, 50 Irvington Rd., beautiful Piankatank River Golf Club. We a.m. to 4 p.m. 11 Sunday Kilmarnock 435-6745. A Variety Show sponsored by ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– offer a traditional lunch menu, gourmet the Lancaster High School Key LEE'S RESTAURANT: and traditional evening menus and Sun- Club begins at 7 p.m. at the Lan- 13 Tuesday 14 Wednesday Hometown cooking and atmosphere day Brunch selections. Open Tues.-Sat., caster Middle School Theater. $7 Easter Narcotics Anonymous meets at The Northern Neck Bay Tones in a popular downtown Kilmarnock 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, Thurs., Fri. & Sat. The Widowed Persons Service tradition. Full menu, local seafood in adults/$5 students.Tickets available for Lancaster and Northumber- 7 p.m. at Charterhouse in Kilmar- meets at 3 p.m. at St. Andrews evenings 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm, and Sun- at Chesapeake Bank and Lan- nock. Presbyte r ian Church in Kil- season. (B,L,D) Main St., Kilmarnock. day Brunch 10:30 am - 2:00 pm. Ban- land counties holds its lunch 435-1255. caster High School. brunch at the Great Fortune “Surfi n’ the Net,” a computer marnock. 438-5127. quets, functions and group outings also ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– available. Call 776-6589 (Reservations immediately following church ser- workshop for middle and high A Grief Support Group meets at PIPER’S PUB & TEA ROOM: vices. school students, begins at 3 p.m. 4 p.m. at the White Stone United The finest in Celtic cuisine served suggested). Located off Rt. 33 at 629, Methodist Church. 435-7585. Hartfield, Va. Friday at Northumberland Public Library in a comfortable pub styled atmo- ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 9 in Heathsville. 580-5051. Piper’s Pub in Kilmarnock hosts sphere in downtown Kilmarnock. TOBY'S: The Kilmarnock & District Pipe an acoustic jam session open to all Open Wednesday-Saturday, 11:30- Good Friday Monday Casual dining, fresh seafood, steaks, Narcotics Anonymous meets at 12 Band rehearses at 7:15 p.m. at musicians, beginning at 7 p.m. For 2:30 Lunch, 5:30-till Dinner, Wednes- The Historyland Community chops & pasta. Open 7 days at 3 pm. 8 p.m. in Charterhouse in Kilmar- Campbell Memorial Presbyterian dinner reservations, call 435-7178. day night open mike, Thursday Irish Workshop meets at the Lan- (D) 804-776-6913. Deltaville, just off nock. 580-4400. caster Woman’s Club clubhouse Church in Weems. 462-7125. Income Tax Preparation services nite, Live entertainment Saturday at The Kilmarnock Planning Com- and e-fi ling are available at Lan- Rt. 33. Bingo is played at the Upper Lan- from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Brown 8 pm with cover charge. 37 N. Main ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– caster Ruritan Center in Lively at mission meets at 7 p.m. at the caster Community Library from 1 St., Kilmarnock. 804-435-7178. bag lunch. Visitors welcome. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– WILLABY’S: 7:30 p.m. The Annual Anniversary Lun- town offi ce. A public hearing is set to 4 p.m. Dave Long is featured on the to rezone 33 acres on James B. The Virginia Watermens RIVER CROSSING: Comfortable casual atmosphere. Fea- cheon of the Cobbs Hall Chap- Fine dining in casual elegance with turing daily chef's specials, gourmet piano from 6 to 9 p.m. at ter NSDAR begins at 11:45 a.m. Jones Memorial Highway. Associatione meets at 7 p.m. at Bambery’s Restaurant in Heaths- Bridge will be played at 1 p.m. at the Pilot House in Topping. spectacular sunsets overlooking the burgers & delectable desserts. Eat in at Rappahannock Westminster- Rappahannock at the bridge. Special- ville. For dinner reservations, call Canterbury. Rappahannock Westminster-Can- Duplicate Bridge will be played or carry out available. Monday-Satur- 580-8181. terbury. at 1 p.m. at the Woman’s Club izing in seafood, steaks and pasta. day 11-3. Items available for take home A Birdwalk will be led by Weekdays 5-9 p.m. Closed Tuesdays. Fourth-grade History Fair Proj- The Kilmarnock Museum Board of White Stone. Men, women, and until 4:00. White Stone. (L) 435-0044. the Northern Neck Audubon Lounge open 4 pm-till. Weekend en- ects are on display at the Bayne Society along the Chesapeake of Directors meets at 2 p.m. at the newcomers are invited. No reser- ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Center at Christ Church from 9 museum on North Main Street. vations needed. 435-2755. tertainment. 888-309-9644, White To place your ad in the Trail near Courthouse Landing. Stone (D) 436-8439 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hikers meet at the Grace Church The Rappahannock Pistol and The Lancaster Lions Club will ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– dining guide, call 435-1701 The Bank of Lancaster Relay for parking lot in Kilmarnock at 8:30 Rifl e Club meets at 7 p.m. meets at 7 p.m. at Willaby’s Res- Life team is sponsoring a bake a.m. at the Northside Branch of the taurant in White Stone. sale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the A Neuro Muscular Support Bank of Lancaster in Kilmarnock. The Woman’s Club of Lancaster main offi ce in Kilmarnock. The sale and Self Help Group meets at 435-2143. meets at 10:45 a.m. Virginia Dar- Claybrook Annual includes cakes, pies and breads. 10 a.m. at the Riverside Well- "Boat Talk," an exchange of ideas nell, president of the GFWC- Proceeds benefi t the American ness Center in Tappahannock. on classic and wooden boats, will Virginia, is the speaker. Guests Cancer Society. be held at 5 p.m. at the Reedville welcome. Call Anne Hanchey, Easter Egg Hunt Fishermens Museum. 462-9829. 462-0133. Claybrook Baptist Church • Weems lA Fashion Show to benefi t Read Food For Thought, benefi tting ESSEX 5 CINEMAS Aloud at NES begins at 11 a.m. Rice’s Hotel/Hughlett’s Tavern, fea- Sat., April 10 • 10 am-12 pm located on Route 17 in the Essex Square Shopping Center, at Tommy’s Restaurant in Reed- tures local decoy carvers at Children 12 & under are invited to attend Tappahannock • Movie Hotline: 804-445-1166 ville. $20. For reservations, call 5:30 p.m. at the Northumberland ADULTS: $6.00 CHILDREN 11 AND UNDER: $4.00 453-4158. County Historical Society building Games • Prizes • Refreshments SENIORS 62 AND OLDER: $4.00 in Heathsville. Dinner follows at ALL SHOWS BEFORE 6:00 ARE $4.00 FOR EVERYONE The Tavern. $30. Lecture only, $5. Story of the Resurrection * NO PASSES OR COUPONS 13 Tuesday For resevations, call 580-3377. For info call 438-5570 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CALL 804-443-0837 Fourth-grade History Fair Proj- Fourth-grade History Fair Proj- FRI. 4/9 SUN. 4/11 ects are on display at the the JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION (PG13) JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION (PG13) ects are on display at the the 5:20, 7:30, 9:45 1:00, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30 Studio Gallery in Kilmarnock from HOME ON THE RANGE (PG) HOME ON THE RANGE (PG) Studio Gallery in Kilmarnock from 5:15, 7:15, 9:15 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:15 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. WALKING TALL (PG13) WALKING TALL (PG13) Singles ... over 50 5:20, 7:20, 9:35 1:25, 3:20, 5:20, 7:20 The Civil Air Patrol Squadron of HELLBOY (PG13) HELLBOY (PG13) 4:45, 7:25, 9:55 2:15, 4:45, 7:25 Hummel Field meets at 7 p.m. in SCOOBY DOO 2 (PG) SCOOBY DOO 2 (PG) the Miller Building at Christchurch 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00 14 Wednesday Dinner at Seven Club The Kiwanis Club meets at 7:30 School. 435-6078. SAT. 4/10 MON.-THURS. 4/12-4/15 The Grace Church Men’s Break- JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION (PG13) JOHNSON FAMILY VACATION (PG13) a.m. at St. Andrews Presb yter ian 1:00, 3:10, 5:20, 7:30, 9:45 7:30 fast begins at 7:30 a.m. River HOME ON THE RANGE (PG) HOME ON THE RANGE (PG) Church in Kilmarnock. now forming 1:15, 3:15, 5:15, 7:15, 9:15 7:15 Counties Community Foundation WALKING TALL (PG13) WALKING TALL (PG13) The Rotary Club for Kilmarnock, 1:25, 3:20, 5:20, 7:20, 9:35 7:20 Irvington and White Stone meets director Margaret Nost is the HELLBOY (PG13) HELLBOY (PG13) speaker. If interested in attending monthly dinners at upscale 2:15, 4:45, 7:25, 9:55 7:25 at 12:30 p.m. at Rappahannock SCOOBY DOO 2 (PG) SCOOBY DOO 2 (PG) Ann Messick will lead a walk at 1:00, 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 7:00 Westminster-Canterbury. restaurants, send name and phone number to: Hickory Hollow and Cabin Swamp at 9:30 a.m. The goal for the joint hike among members of the P.O. Box 226, Kilmarnock, VA 22482-0226 Northern Neck Chapter of the Vir- ginia Native Plant Society and the Northern Neck Chapter of the National Audubon Society, is to fi nd early wildfl owers such as the trout lily. Bethel Emanuel United (Continued on page A3) Methodist Men’s Yard Sale (Rain or Shine) Brass Polishing of Williamsburg April 17 • 7 am to 2 pm Polishing Brass & Brass Beds Donations accepted: Cars, Trucks, Boats, Brass, Copper, Silver & Pewter Household items, Toys, etc. until April 15. Fireplace Accessories Door Handles/Knockers Other Home Items Rt. 201 • Lively, VA • 804-462-6103 Lamps & Lamp Repair Free Pick-up/Delivery Corn Dogs Funnel Cakes 30 years experience Serving Virginia Wayne Harris • 757- 220-3466 Cell: 757-810-1677 PLAN NOW TO ATTEND donk’s the 16th Annual THEATER ROUTE 198 at HUDGINS GRACE CHURCH IN MATHEWS, VA Phone (804) 725-7760 YAR D SALE VIRGINIA’S Lil Ole Opry presents: SATURDAY, MAY 1ST 2nd Talent Search 2004 8 AM-1 PM
Saturday • Apr. 10, 2004 • 8 p.m. AT THE PLUS ★ ★ ★ ★ All the Opry Regulars BOYS CAMP IN KILMARNOCK ★ Shades of Country ★★ (Auction of special items begins at 10 AM) ★ Uncle Jimmy Wickham Adults: $12.00 • Children under 12: $2.00 Outdoor café with hamburgers ★ TICKETS: N&N Services–Woods Cross Roads 693-7614 hot dogs/soft drinks/coffee available Country Casuals, Mathews 725-4050 Carolina Bar-B-Q, Gloucester Pt. 684-2450 Lynne’s Family Restau rant, Mathews 725-9996 All proceeds distributed to The Blue Fin Restaurant, Gloucester 693-9390 Country Flower Shop, Hudgins (next to Donk’s) 725-5222 Seabreeze Restau rant, Gwynn’s Island 725-4000 community non-profit organizations The Mathews County Visitor Center 725-4229 Website: www.donkstheater.com $30,000 in 2003 For Information and Reservations 725-7760 Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 • A3
Players set • Ornamentals • Premium Nursery Stock • Grasses auditions For happy gardeners . . . Groundcovers • •Trees • The Lancaster Players will hold auditions for “Morning’s At Seven” Greenpoint Nursery, Inc. by Paul Osborn, on April 19 and 20 at 7 p.m. at The Playhouse in White An eclectic collection for Stone. aesthetic reflection The production has a cast of nine, fi ve women and four men. The ages 804-435-0531 of the cast members range from 81 S. Main • Kilmarnock, Va. 40 to 74. Younger actors can play older characters, said director John • • Vines • Shrubs Perennials Baumhardt. • Culinary & Medicinal Herbs • Native & Wetland Specimens • The play is set in a Midwestern town in 1939, and revolves around the four Gibbs sisters and their fami lies. The production will be staged CORA’S COOKING June 16 through 20 and June 23 through 26. at Kilmarnock Antique Gallery Rehearsals begin May 3. No previous experience is needed School Street, Sat., April 10 • 8 am to audition. No prepa ration is nec- Easter Special: Hot cross buns, the famous essary. Scripts and monologues will be made available at auditions. For Irvington Farmer’s Market sausage biscuits, more information, call Baumhardt From left, leads Ben Stallings and Kara Stenger rehearse with accompanist Ed Layman. cinnamon buns, sandwiches and drinks. at 436-9027. Scheduled for every Saturday except Upcoming Cast of 30 rehearses for spring musical for the first Saturday of every month. In the spirit of and to counter including many fi rst-timers to the (Continued from page A2) what may soon become a tedious musical stage. Along with sea- 2004 Presidential campaign, The “Of Thee I Sing” soned players returning year after Center for the Arts has chosen April 29 through May 2 year, they have been in rehearsals the political, musical satire “Of for the past month. 15 Thursday Arts Building The Rotary Breakfast Club Thee I Sing” by George and Ira Ticket sales begin this week at meets at 7:30 a.m. at Rappahan- Gershwin for its 14th community Kilmarnock Twice Told Tales and the Bank nock Westminster-Canterbury. musical. of Lancaster in Kilmarnock, The Bingo is played at the American The show will run from April Northern Neck State Bank in Bur- Legion Post 86 on Waverly Avenue 29 through May 2 at the Arts this old-time “spin.” Signature gess, and by calling The Arts Build- in Kilmarnock at 7 p.m. Building in Kilmarnock. music and lyrics by the Gershwin ing at 435-2400. Tickets are $15. The Planning Commission for The musical premiered in the brothers insure a wonderful the- Show times are 8 p.m. for eve- Fine Arts and Crafts Lancaster County meets at 7 p.m. at the courthouse in Lancaster. 30s and was revived in the 50s. ater experience. ning performances and 3 p.m. on The Planning Commission for Only the “Capitol Steps” can rival The show boasts a cast of 30, May 2. Rappahannock Art League Northumberland County meets at 19 North Main Street, Kilmarnock 7 p.m. at the courthouse in Heaths- ville. Hours: 10 till 4, Tuesday–Saturday The Rappatomac Writers meets Terry Garland returns to The Playhouse (804) 436-9309 from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Chinn House at Rappahannock Commu- nity College in Warsaw. for two-nights of boot-stomping blues The Breast Cancer Support Group meets from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Consider the lot of the typi cal house in White Stone. Garland is in the Warsaw Baptist Church Fel- rural musician in the early days often fea tured at clubs and festivals lowship Hall. 333-0005, 580-7039 of blues using makeshift instru- around the country, in Europe and or 462-7517. ments with no amplifi caiton. Play- Japan. He opened for legendary Duplicate Bridge will be played ers would stomp their feet to make blues great, B.B. King at a sold-out at 1 p.m. at the Woman’s Club up for the lack of a drum kit, rig concert last year at The Carpenter of White Stone. Men, women, and up har monicas on chest holders so Center in Richmond. He also has newcomers are invited. No reser- they could double up. performed at the Kennedy Center vations needed. 435-2755. Add the scrape of a glass slide with Nighthawks harmonica player The RFM Photo Group meets at 4 p.m. at the Reedville Fishermen’s made from a bottle, an old res- Mark Wenner at a con cert to kick Museum. 453-6529. onator guitar and a strong voice, off the U.S. Congress proclaimed Fourth-grade History Fair Proj- and one or two players could raise “Year of the Blues.” ects are on display at the the enough fuss to get folks dancing. His career has included Studio Gallery in Kilmarnock from Terry Garland of Richmond is appearances with White Stone’s 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. one of those players. He makes as own Ray Pittman, rock legend Registration Is Due for the 22nd much music by him self as some Leon Russell and actor and blues annual meeting of Northumberland fi ve-piece bands. Terry Garland afi cionado Bruce Willis. Preservation Inc. on April 22 at Armed with an acoustic gui tar, a His prior performances in April Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club. $25. The program is "113 dobro, a stomping boot heel and a of the best examples of “Delta 2003 at The Playhouse were both Years of Innovation in the Menha- voice as raw as it needs to be, Gar- blues” around. sellouts. den Industry." For more informa- land attacks songs by Willie Dixon, On April 16 and 17, The Lan- Doors open at 7 p.m.; the perfor- tion, call president Emily Lawson at Jimmy Reed, Lightnin’ Hopkins caster Players will host Garland mance begins at 8 p.m. A cash bar 435-3121. and Johnny Winter. Garland is one and his “Delta blues” at The Play- will serve beer, wine and spirits. Admission is $15. For reservations, call 435-3776. Credit card reserva- ✃ tions are accepted by phone, or pay The Center for the Arts by cash or check at the door. Presents its Annual Spring Musical The Of Thee I Sing Lancaster
A timely political satire by Easter Buffet Brunch George & Ira Gershwin Players Sunday, April 11, 2004 Two Shows Only Please join us for our traditional Fri/Sat. April 16-17, doors open at 7 pm. Easter Sunday Brunch For an old-fashioned, foot- stompin’ bluesy good time, in the Dining Room come hear . . . Seatings from
Terry 10am until 2pm Garland Reservations Required in concert Acoustical Blues $15 Cash bar. $35.00 Back by popular demand! Children: Under 10 years - Half Price April 29th, 30th & AUDITIONS Under 5 years - Complimentary May 1st - 8 p.m. One child per adult please. April 19 & 20: 7 pm: May 2nd - 3 p.m. Mornings at Seven Cold & Hot Food Selections including: Cast: 5 women/4 men, Smoked salmon display with Smoked scallops, Mussels & Accompaniments ages 30-70 A sweetly funny play about Fresh Bagels with a Selection of Flavored Cream Cheeses The Arts Building, four sisters and their hus- Old Bay Peel & Eat Shrimp bands who have lived forever Seafood Pasta Salad Rt. 200, Kilmarnock side-by-side in a small, Mid- western town. Their settled Classic Eggs Benedict with Hollandaise Sauce Tickets ($12) are available at: lives are disrupted and the Cheese Blintz Topped with Fruit Compote Bank of Lancaster, Bank of Northumberland, family secrets revealed when Roast Loin of Pork with Pan Jus with Homemade Mango Chutney the middle-aged nephew de- Twice Told Tales, The Arts Building cides to marry. Breast of Chicken Stuffed with Ricotta Cheese, Fresh Basil and and through our web site Director: John Baumhardt, Sun-Dried Tomatoes on a Tomato Leek Buerre Blanc 436-9027 for information. Poached Salmon Topped with a Champagne Crab Sauce May 3 & 4: 7 pm: Omelets Made to Order To reserve tickets or more Radio Theater Carving Stations of Roast Leg of Lamb & Herb Roasted Prime Rib more info call 435-2400 Open cast call to pre-record AND MORE... radio shows to be aired on or visit www.nnarts.org WNDJ, one evening each month. Producer: Thea Marshall. Call 438-6608 for information Call 438-4450 for Reservations A4 Opinion Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004
Fiction or Letters to the Editor Fact Excerpts by Henry Lane Hull from Bob’s Almanac Don’t blame gallon by changing our stop efore there was Wal-Mart, there was Cov- seem all the more youthful. signs to proven safe yield signs. by Robert Mason Jr. ington’s, and before Covington’s I do not As the years passed and his listings and sales the bus drivers Another thing we could do when Bremember. Covington’s was Kilmarnock’s developed, the nostalgia many of us experienced we need an oil change is, as I Just call me the Easter To The Editor: own department store, variety shop, toy empo- for the old stand on Main Street ameliorated as we have been do ing for years, to Bobby. rium, licensing bureau and all-round place to get saw Bill so happy in his newfound venture. Cov- I am so tired of bus drivers get- I may not be as popular as ting blamed for everything. Like change the oil fi lter and add just almost anything. It was on Main Street and it was ington’s was more than a store; it was a meeting one quart of oil. the Easter bunny. I may not the pride of Bill and Ruth Covington. place for the community. Sam Walton could have running people off the roads, and have long floppy ears or a driving so fast when buses do not Bernard “Bob” Nadel Each of them was a perfectionist, as I noted two learned from sitting at Ruth and Bill’s feet. They Irvington little cotton tail, but I like car- years ago on the occasion of Ruth’s death at age knew how to make their customers their friends, run over 45 mph. rots and I enjoy a good egg 80. Now, Bill, too, has gone and the emptiness and they did so genuinely and happily. People should really thank the hunt. that came with the store’s closing many years ago, That same spirit Bill carried over into real bus drivers for they have a big Drive with care The Easter bunny and the and then with Ruth’s passing, has come a fi nal estate. Many newcomers to the Northern Neck responsibility. They have to go in the work zone Easter egg had their origins time. Bill, like his late brother, Roland, was the will tell you that Bill Covington was their fi rst through many hours of training in pre-Christian fertility lore epitome of gentlemanliness. He spoke in modu- friend here. For Bill, the closing and exchange of and testing, then they have to take To The Editor: associated with the pagans. lated tones, never with anger, and always with an documents and checks was only the beginning of random tests. My name is Jim Ford and I However, one of the great eye to the good in everything and more impor- having made new friends. Many might have come Those who complain to the am a safety engineer for the Vir- mysteries of Easter remains tantly, in everybody. to know Bill through his store or through his sub- school board and to the sheriff’s ginia Department of Transpor- unanswered. Why a bunny and Bill and Ruth were married in 1941 and in the sequent role in real estate, but the business con- offi ce, must not have any thing tation (VDOT). not an Easter chicken, or an last years of their marriage experienced a number nection was only a very small part of making his better to do with their time. Over the years, I have served Easter rooster? of serious health problems. They set their sights acquaintance. Once met, Bill was one’s friend for- Instead of rushing to Kil- in several safety-re lated posi- Nevertheless, I particularly on celebrating 60 years of marriage with a deter- ever. marnock to get your breakfast tions. I have been a state trooper, enjoy a challenging hunt with mination that proved invincible. They made it, but My lasting story about Ruth and Bill concerned and catch the daily gossip, you a safety engi neer, and an emer- my nieces and nephew. As the within a year Ruth was gone. For much of the last a magnifi cent High Victorian desk that had been need to put energy into helping gency response team member children grow older, the task period of their marriage, she had been the care- left in a farmhouse they had purchased outside children in Lancaster County by with the Federal Highway of hiding the eggs becomes giver for Bill, and it seemed shocking that she Kilmarnock. They had spared no effort in restor- using your spare time at the Administration (FHWA), and I more intense. It is best should go fi rst. ing and preserving it and later designed a new schools. have seen many serious inci- described as cutthroat. They had been such a partnership in Kilmar- home on the property with a ceiling suffi cient to Those who complain about bus dents involving citizens and Their ages are 4, 12, 15 and nock for so long and had overcome so many ill- accommodate it. Later again, when they moved drivers should spend a day in highway workers. 18, so the game varies in diffi- nesses, that it seemed they always would be so, from that home to another they built nearby, the their shoes. In my capacity with VDOT, culty. The older children may but then it seemed that their store might have architectural plans had to be such as to afford a Charles Durr I am immediately called to any not go for the more obvious lasted as well. When it closed, Bill was about 70, place of honor for the desk. Lancaster job site on which there has been hiding places. Their mother, but he abhorred the notion of retirement and as It was a large piece, dating from about 1850, an incident. I assess the incident my sister, must join in the Roland had done, also late in life, he studied for with many cubbyholes and a resplendent burl Reduce gas in an effort to de termine what search for the more elusive and obtained a real estate license. walnut fi nish. No one could visit any of their suc- occurred and what we, VDOT, eggs. At an age when so many are well into retire- cessive homes without pausing in awe in front of consumption could do to prevent a reoccur- The family hunt has ment, Bill began a blossoming new career. He it. Bill told me many years ago that it had become through change rence. Some incidents may be repeated from year-to-year and Ruth had built several spectacular houses a part of them and always would be. When I simple “fender benders,” but haphazardly as we are for themselves, each tailored for their particular learned of each of their deaths, I returned to the To The Editor: I know the potential is always together for the holiday, orig- tastes and lifestyle. In his new arena, Bill was phrase, for indeed, both Ruth and Bill became The pain at the pump is acer- there for multiple fatalities. inating when another niece, able to fi nd the perfect house for others as well. part of their friend’s lives and always will be. bated by the knowledge that During National Work Zone now 25, was about 4. Her He immediately took to the give-and-take of real William Harry Covington Sr., September 27, much of this money winds up in Awareness Week, April 4-10, mother, my other sister, also estate with a level of enthusiasm that made him 1918-April 3, 2004. R.I.P. the hands of those who would and throughout the year, I joined in. kill us. encourage you to use caution in Because we all, my sisters By this time, most of us are highway work zones. and I, hunted eggs as chil- familiar with the usual reme dies Last year in Virginia, crashes dren, maybe there is some sort Delegate’s Report for better mileage such as fully in highway work zones killed of renewal at work. infl ated tires, tune ups, and not 15 people, most of them motor- The game is the focus. exceeding 60 miles-per-hour; ists. Take last Easter, for exam- by Del. Albert C. Pollard Jr. but what about inertia? There are 10 basic tips for ple. Confined to a portion of Objects at rest tend to re main driving safely in work zones: my mother’s yard, we man- Cost Too Great? After great machinations and parliamentary backbends needed at rest. Objects in mo tion tend expect the unexpected, slow aged to break a bird bath and In the beginning of the 20th mischief, the Senate bill came out to achieve that goal. to remain in motion. It requires down, don’t tailgate, keep a safe lose two eggs. A prime hiding of the House Com mittee with an So, the court’s likely ruling has an equal amount of negative distance between your vehicle spot required access by an century, a wealthy young woman took a trip to Europe and saw a amendment. The amendment was great importance. These are the energy to stop a vehicle than it and construction workers and automobile key. simple enough: it called for those most watched legisla tive bills in takes to restore the vehicle to their equipment, pay attention We use the hollow plastic beautiful necklace for $500. She wanted to buy the necklace, but draft regulations to be circu lated a generation and the court may its prior velocity; so energy is to the signs, obey road crew variety for the hunt. The hard- to certain parties. Although not rule on whether the end justifi es lost both ways, plus idling time fl aggers, stay alert and mini- boiled, dyed and decorated fi rst tele graphed her father for permis sion. particularly oner ous, the amend- the means. In short, they will rule and jack rabbit starts from dead mize distrac tions, keep up with variety are better reserved for ment gave many of us pause if “no cost is too great,” or “no, inertia the traffi c fl ow, schedule enough snacking. His telegraph reply was, “No cost is too great.” She bought the because of the intent of the pre- cost is too great.” We could improve miles per time to drive safely, and be This year, I’m going pre- vious bills. After some debate patient and stay calm. pared with a tool box, a roll necklace. Unfortunately, what her father and questioning on the bill, the Before getting on the road, of duct tape, a hammer, a Speaker called for the vote. check radio, television and shovel and a step ladder. I may meant was, “No, cost is too great.” I stood up and inquired of the NAPS questions websites including even make a reconnaissance Speaker whether the amendment www.VirginiaDOT.org for traf- trip and hide a few in advance We all know rules of gram mar are important. The rules of parlia- was germane to the bill. Since the fi c information. so I’m not pressed for time on underlying bill dealt only with Bay Act effectiveness I hope I don’t meet you in Easter day. mentary procedure are as impor- tant to getting a bill passed as the a date change, the committee one of our work zones. I hope they show up. by Lynton Land, for the sors, are intended to en force the David J. (Jim) Ford rules of grammar are to convey- amendment was ruled not ger- Northumberland Association provisions of the Bay Act. These Reclaiming the eggs may mane and the bill was effectively VDOT Safety Engineer prove more difficult than ing thoughts. for Progressive Stewardship offi cials include Jack Larson in Indeed, one of Virginia’s great- defeated. Thus, a single, well- Lancaster and W. H. Shirley hiding them. placed question defeated the Highlighting the recent annual Moving on It’s worth it. est tools against runaway govern- meeting of the Northumberland in Northumberland. CBLAD is ment is the fact that amendments action of a whole committee. assigned to periodically evaluate To The Editor: To see my mother playing This becomes all the more Association for Progres sive Stew- with her grandchildren is one must be germane to the title and ardship (NAPS) was a presenta- compliance, accept complaints, Twenty-fi ve years ago my hus- purpose of the bill. Unlike Wash- interesting because of Virgini a’s and enforce the Bay Act as a last band and I moved to Deltaville of the joys of Easter. so-called “single purpose rule” tion by Beth Baldwin of the ington, no one can add an amend- Chesapeake Bay Local Assis- resort. CBLAD has only once, from the city. We continued to ment for, say, the Scooby-Doo for bills as outlined in its Consti- in 1993, requested that a county work in the Richmond area. tution. According to some conser- tance Department (CBLAD). Rappahannock Record Museum to a bill dealing with She addressed enforcement of be sued for non-compliance, and While Christmas shopping in education. vative lawmakers, the Governor only a few county evaluations Kilmarnock, I found a small Deadlines violated this sin gle purpose rule the Chesa peake Bay Preservation The new Speaker has, in my Act available at have been completed. building soon to be available Display advertising: mind, done Virginia a service by when he in cluded tax increases Monday at 5 p.m. www.cblad.state.va.us. It remains to be seen how for rent. I immediately started construing even tighter rules for in a bud get bill designed to spend CBLAD will evaluate Lancaster asking family, friends and the Classified advertising: money. Furthermore, some con- Baldwin noted each county whether something is germane. in Tidewater Virginia has its and Northumberland for compli- salesman in my line of busi ness Tuesday at noon For instance, this past session tend that the House vio lated this ance, the recommendations they about starting over in the North- rule when it put a referendum own Bay Act ordinance, which News with photos and there was a series of bills that is locally administered and will make and time frame they ern Neck. for calendar listing: tried to push along the Matta- component on to the same budget will specify for the counties to My most memorable com ment bill. enforced. CBLAD provides fi nan- Tuesday at 11 a.m. poni reservoir. All of these were cial and technical assistance. address defi ciencies. was “You know everybody there defeated except for one bill deal- These conservatives, led by Baldwin said citizens have the is related and they don’t like All other news: Delegate Bob Marshall of Prince NAPS is becoming increas- Tuesday at 2 p.m. ing with changing the effective ingly alarmed by the failure of the right to submit complaints to strangers much.” date of regulations pertaining to William, are taking these actions CBLAD in writing at the James When I opened my business, email: [email protected] to court as a kind of preemptive Bay Act to signifi cantly improve water sup ply planning from 2004 the bay after some 15 years. It Monroe Building, 101 N. 14th Hair, Etc., 24 years ago, I felt 804-435-1701 to 2005. strike against possible dual pur- Street, 17th Floor, Richmond, I would have to overcome the pose budget bills. While the sub- is clear that over-fertilization, or adding excess nitrogen and phos- VA 23219, or by phone at ‘come here’ status. Nothing ject matter might seem arcane, it 800-243-7229, preferably in coor- could be farther from reality. is very important. Indeed, even phorous to the bay, is the pri- mary reason for the decline of the dination with local offi cials. The community welcomed me Subscribe to the Record! some who favor more revenue are Complaints include violations and I have had 24 years to val- concerned about the precedent of bay’s health. Nitrate and phos- phate trigger the growth of tiny such as excessive vegetation idate that fact. Rappahannock Record Circulation Dept. suspended algae that cloud the clearance in the resource pro- With a sad heart and after 24 P. O. Box 400 • Kilmarnock, VA 22482-0400 water. There are insuffi cient ani- tection area (RPA), commonly years, I am moving my business appahannock mals to eat all the algae, so the called the 100-foot buffer; a lack to my hometown of Deltaville. For papers mailed to addresses in Lancaster, short-lived plants die and accu- of erosion or sediment control This has been a diffi cult deci- Record USPS (455-600) mulate on the bottom. As the for land disturbances greater than sion. It is time to be closer to Northumberland, Richmond, 27 N. Main St., P.O. Box 400, 2,500 square feet; or construction home. Kilmarnock, VA 22482-0400 cells decay, oxygen is consumed, Westmoreland and Middlesex Counties: which stresses or even kills ani- in the RPA without local author- I express my gratitude to my 804-435-1701 • FAX: 804-435-2632 ity. employees, past and present, and Web site: www.rrecord.com mals, especially in the summer. ❑ $20.00 per year ❑ $15.00 per 6 months Submerged aquatic vegetation Formal complaints, subject to to all the individuals and busi- Mr. and Mrs. Frederick A. Gaskins, (SAV) pro vides a measure of the the Free dom of Information Act, nesses that have contributed to For papers mailed to other areas: General Managers will receive a for mal response my success. Robert D. Mason Jr., Editor cloudiness of the water because the submerged grasses require from CBLAD, and they re quire Kilmarnock has become my ❑ $28.00 per year ❑ $22.00 per 6 months Newsroom: Lisa Hinton-Valdrighi, Robb Hoff, Reid Armstrong and light to penetrate to the bottom. identifi cation by name, address second home and I will con- ❑ $20.00 student Katherine Shrader. William R. Fix, There has been lit tle, if any, and telephone number. Informal tinue to support its businesses copy editor. complaints do not require iden- and look back fondly on my Advertising: Linda Troise, improvement in the abun dance of ❑ Payment enclosed New ❑ Renewed ❑ manager; K.C. Troise, Marilyn SAV since the inception of the tifi cation and will not prompt a years as part of the community. Bryant, Chris McClintock. Bay Act in 1969, indicating that formal response. Lana Falkenstein Production: Wayne Smith, Karyn M. NAPS regards enforcement at Hair, Etc. ❑ Bristow, Gloria Bosher, Brenda Burtner, the water has not be come clearer. ❑ Bill me Charge to or fadfaf Susan Faulkner, Sharon Daniel. SAV continues to occupy only local and state levels to be, at Business: Gladys Larson and Ann Shelton, account managers; Anna about 10 percent of the area that best, extremely permis sive. Do Spring cleaning Ticer, circulation manager. we want to improve water quality Name:______it once occupied. To The Editor: J. E. Currell, Publisher, 1927-1993 Another excellent measure of in the Chesapeake Bay and our local wa terways? On behalf of the community Published weekly except Christmas bay health is the size of the “dead of Morattico, I would like to Address:______week at Kilmarnock, Lancaster Co., VA. zone,” or the volume of water If the answer is no, then let’s Periodicals Postage Paid at Kilmarnock, just continue the status quo with thank the Morattico Hunters who VA 22482 and additional mailing offices. in the bay unable to support life picked up trash on Morattico Postmaster: Send address changes to the in the summer because of low local offi cials dragging their feet City:______State:_____ Zip:______Rappahannock Record, P. O. Box 400, and CBLAD and other state offi - Road last weekend. Kilmarnock, VA 22482-0400. oxygen levels. With all the spring fl owers in Last year the volume of the cials looking the other way. Subscriptions (payable in advance): $20 If, however, the answer is bloom, they have enhanced the Telephone: ______per year in the Northern Neck and Mid- dead zone was the largest ever beauty of our roads, allowing dlesex County; $28 per year elsewhere. recorded. The Bay Act is clearly yes, the time has come, actually Single copy, $ .50. long overdue, to face the situa- travelers to see the beauty of not functioning satisfactorily. spring. We are lucky to have such Credit Card No.: ______Member: Virginia Press Association Sev eral provisions of local ordi- tion and accept the pain that will and National Newspaper Association. environment-friendly hunters. nances, such as mandated septic be in fl icted by changes in behav- ior. We, the citizens of Morattico, Printed on tank inspection and pump-out as would like to keep our roadways Expiration Date: ______recycled paper. necessary, have never been imple- Improving waterways will require con scious effort and sac- clean. Stash your trash when you All items submitted for publication are mented or enforced in Lancaster enter and leave our town. Signature: ______subject to inclusion in digital or other and Northumberland counties. rifi ces by everyone. electronic formats for use in other Rap- Farmers, silviculturists, home- Mary Graham pahannock Record products. Responsible county offi cials, Morattico as directed by boards of supervi- (continued on page A5) Animal Tails Local Democrats Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 • A5 By Audrey Thomasson to continue strategy sessions; caucus set Ye s teryear It takes a village past her and raced through the While it may take a village Lancaster County Democrats in Lancaster County house to greet the Kuhns. They on April 17 will hold the fourth in to raise a child, in the case of held their breath as the exuber- Rusty, a year-old golden re triever, Strategic Planning sessions con- (A nostalgic reprint from the all but the fi rst named residing ant dog charged into the room, ducted by rural planning expert, it took a network of volunteers running up to each one, tail wag- March 25, 1904, issue of the Vir- at Broun’s Store, the home of from animal rescue organizations Dr. Jack Russell. ginia Citizen) the deceased. The grandchildren ging wildly. But to every one’s The session begins at 9:30 a.m. across the state to save him. amazement, when he turned to The Late Edwin Broun number 13, and one great-grand- Because the golden retriever is at the home of chairman Norm Brevity of announcement last child. Brian, Rusty screeched to a halt. Mosher, 27 Virginia Avenue in such an intelligent, gentle breed He ap proached Brian slowly, sat week of the passing away of one Judge Broun was born and they are often used as guide dogs. Irvington. of the noted landmarks of the reared and died at “Easton,” his obediently by his side and kept This stage will involve fi ne- So it was a real surprise when a his head in the boy’s lap for the Northern Neck was occasioned lovely home on the border of couple showed up at the Glouces- tuning and fi nal decisions on by the tardy news of his death Northumberland and Lancaster entire visit. Rusty sensed the need strategies and objectives for the ter-Mathews Humane Society to to be careful with him. reaching this portion of Lan- counties, of which counties he drop off their young golden with various committee operations in caster. It does not satisfy us to was judge during the period It has been fi ve years since preparation for developing spe- the explanation they could not Rusty was adopted by the Kuhns. leave without further notice the 1878-83. For 65 years, and at handle him. It wasn’t that he was cifi c action plans. departure of so nobel a spirit. the time of his death, he was a In that time, he has earned cer- At noon, a Democratic caucus too energetic. Nor was he destruc- tifi cates in obedi ence and agility If he had lived a few months member of the Methodist church, tive. The problem was they had to will convene to vote for the three longer Edwin Broun, farmer, his fi rst membership being at training and marched with the delegates and two alternates who follow him around with a roll of Greenbelt Canine Training Corp patriot, judge, citizen, would old Dameron’s chapel, later at will be candidates at the district have passed the 85th mile stone Rehoboth and at the time of his paper towels to mop up globs of Rusty in the St. Patrick’s Day Parade. mucus he kept sneezing all over level to attend the national Dem- in a life probably checkered with death at the new church Edgely, His favorite pastime is to sit on ocratic Convention in Boston on the place. the front porch and watch what care and the troubles which fall which had been erected nearer Rusty appeared to have some July 26. Anyone interested in to the lot of men, but uncheck- his home. Judge Broun with to try to construct an open ing, the neighbors are up to. And being a delegate should pre-fi le kind of respiratory infec tion that but it was an expensive operation while Rusty is still an exuberant ered with stain or blemish; or fi f- four others -- Lyttleton Cockrell, resulted in an accu mulation of with Mosher between April 12 teen winters more than the span Richard H. Lyell, Capt. Chas. with no promise of success. The and playful dog, the village will and 14. mucus in his nose, causing him alternatives were to leave things be happy to learn he has lived up of life allotted mortals by bibli- Robinson and James Walker, to constantly sneeze or cough it alone or end Rusty’s misery by to his reputa tion as a special dog cal presage. all now across the River--origi- out. An tibiotics and other medi- euthanasia when it comes to his gentle way W Bay Act . . . . To him and his estimable wife, nated and founded Marvin Grove cines had no effect. The condi- For Page, there were no with Brian. (continued from page A4) who survives, during their sixty- Camp, and to the time of his tion was so bizarre it baffl ed all op tions. Rusty needed the opera- If you would like to see a story owners and others must rigor- four and a third years, marital death he continued an active the veterinarians who exam ined tion and she would fi nd a way to on your pet, e-mail your request ously respect the RPA with a goal bliss were born a number of member of its committee. him. And while the vol unteers pay for it. When Van Leeuwan to animal [email protected]. of establishing large trees along children, only four of whom are (Transcribed by volunteers of the Genealogy and Re search at the shelter were anxious to heard the diagnosis, she called Lancaster County all our waterways so the roots of now living--Capt. Wm. Broun, of help him, they were even more animal lovers around Gloucester Animal Welfare League: 435-0822 the trees can remove some of the Washington, D.C., Roswell B., Center of the Mary Ball Wash- anxious to get him off the prem- for fi nancial help. She even or 462-0091. nitrate and phosphate from the Edwin Jr. and Miss Bettie Broun, ington Museum and Library.) ises and into foster care in case tracked down one couple at their Dogs: 4 mixed-breeds, 2 yrs, M&F, groundwater. med, friendly. Emma, English setter, Rusty’s ailment was contagious. summer home on Martha’s Vine- 7 yrs, lemon & wh, spayed, all shots, Septic systems must be main- • Ornamentals • Premium Nursery Stock • Grasses Until they could fi nd a foster yard in Massachusetts. In all, 25 gentle. Shep-Lab, spayed, all shots. tained prop erly, and everyone Groundcovers • •Trees Premium • Ornamentals • Stock • Shrubs • Nursery home, he was isolated from the animal lovers in their village paid Six Lab-mix puppies, 8 wks, blk & wh, must minimize the use of fertil- other animals. for Rusty’s opera tion. M&F, first shots. izer, which may require nutrient Cats: Kitty-Kitty, orange tabby, 18 mos, A really big . . . The shelter’s veteran volun teer, Next came six weeks of M, needs home now. Kittens, 8-10 management plans for nitrogen Jane Van Leeuwan, con tacted re strained recovery to allow the mos, all col ors, M&F. Orange F, 1 yr, and phosphorous for all agricul- Joyce Page at the Animal Welfare constructed hole to heal. And good with kids. Orange tabby, neu- tural practices. League in Lan caster County to when the surgeon declared Rusty tered, 8 mos. 3 kittens, F, 9 wks, These kinds of actions have mixed colors. Dusty, 6 yrs, wh & blk, Tropical Houseplant see if she could foster Rusty. Page ‘good as new,’ his growing family neutered, declawed. Sweetpea, 2 yrs, been adopted voluntarily by a didn’t give it a second thought of friends breathed a collective grey & wh, coon-like mane, spayed, very few people, and they are Medicinal Herbs • and drove across two counties sigh of relief. Rusty became a all shots. Marmalade, neutered, 1 yr, largely not enforced. Unless prac- to pick him up. At the shelter, healthy exuberant puppy, happily shots. 4 kittens, 6wks. Many others tices change, water clarity will Spring Sale available. Van Leeuwan was waiting on the bounding through the house and Other animals: Homes needed imme- not improve and the dead zone front porch with Rusty so that he yard. diately for 2 pigs and 2 rabbits. will continue to enlarge. friday, saturday & sunday wouldn’t have to stay in isola- Page knew he was a special dog Lancaster Animal Shelter: $20 fee. tion. and she wanted to fi nd a special 462-7175. Page followed up on the dog’s family to adopt him. She turned Dogs: Terrier-mix, F, 10 lbs, blond, 3 Letters policy yrs. Hound-golden retriever mix, F. 2 Letters on any subject of public interest medical care with her own vet- to Golden Re triever Rescue, Edu- Jack Russell-mix, M, 1 yr. Chow-mix, are welcome and encouraged. When erinarians. They tried several cation and Training in northern 5 mos, br, F. German shepherd-mix, writing, please observe the following options, with no re sults. When Virginia. They placed Rusty in a F, with litter of 6. guidelines. Cats: 2 F, calicos, 7 mos & 1 yr. a head x-ray failed to reveal the temporary foster home along with Friends of the Shelter: 435-0737. DO: cause, Rusty was referred to a another foster, a mature golden Animals First: 462-5067. • Be as brief as possible. criti cal care animal hospital near retriever. • Sign your name. Northumberland County • Include your address. Richmond. Linda and James Kuhn were Friends of the Shelter : 435-2597. • Include your phone number for verifi- Greenpoint Nursery, Inc. Dogs: Rusty, terrier-mix, blk&red, M, cation or clarification purposes (the Specialists ran tests and dis- looking to add a canine mem ber phone number will not be published). covered a rare condition known to their family of two boys, Eric, 8 mos, great pet. Rudy, 2 yrs, neu- • Include a hometown and phone num- as nasopharyngeal stricture, in 7, and Brian, ll. Brian has a rare tered, shepherd-chow mix, loves ber in all e-mail correspondence. (send kids. Cassie, hound, spayed, all shots, to
tured artists for April. The 18 S. Main St. • Kilmarnock, VA • 435-1783 rrrepeat ex hibit includes 37 pieces in various media. Included are a collage by Tina McCloud, watercolors by Gib Pulley and Beverly Rainey, stained glass by Re nate Easter Sale Baumgarner and Lynn Abrams, oils by Buddy Southhall and Check out all our new Easter Myrle Johnson, an acrylic by Nancy Sweet, a chickadee carv- Bunnies & gifts for the Easter ing by Jim Kurovics and many other works. Basket and save 20% “We like to exhibit for the seniors,” said Patty Zierow, Mathews Art Gallery manager and MAG board member. “It’s really fun when you’re hang- Adams ing the exhibit and the seniors go up and down, up and down Jewelry & Fine Gifts watching the pieces go up.” The MAG exhibit will re main at RW-C through May 3. This Thursday, Friday & Saturday Browsing hours are daily from Make your selection and let us 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. gift wrap free of charge! Stepping Stones Happy Easter Presorting for the yard sale to host barbecue From left, Phyllis TeStrake, Marriann Smith and Rhonnie Kerr sort donated linens and pillows dinner, dance Mon.-Thurs. 9-5 for the annual Grace Church Yard Sale. The sale is May 1 at the Alexandria Police Boys Camp Elsie & Betty Fri. & Sat. 9-4:30 on Boys Camp Road. Donations in clean, working order can be delivered to the Boys Camp 10 Main St., Kilmarnock • 804-435-1574 between 9 a.m. and noon on Saturdays. The Stepping Stones Square and Round Dance Club will hold a barbecue supper and square dance April 17 at the Freeshade Community Center in Syringa. Supper will be served from 5 to 7 Former Colts coach p.m. There will be plenty of bar- BOOTH’S becue with a little chicken too, all the trimmings and homemade desserts. LANDSCAPING CO. Line dancing is from 7 to 8 to address Viewpoints p.m. Squares, rounds and lines LAWN & GARDEN WORLD are from 8 to 10:30 p.m. Callers “Finest selection Coach Ted Marchibroda will to the Patriots, 24-14. will be Dick Kurtz for squares, close the Viewpoints 2004 season “As a radio analyst, “As a radio analyst, Ted pro- Bill Kahlbaum for rounds and of plant material at Rappahannock Westminster- vides tremendous insight because David Trimble for lines. in the area” Canterbury with a presentation Ted provides tremen- of what he knows about the This also marks the club’s April 19 at 11 a.m. about his dous insight because game and the play ers,” said co- 2004 State Convention Booster experiences in the National Foot- commentator Bob Lamey. “I’ve Dance. (804)435-2800 ball League. of what he knows known him as head coach and in Tickets will be available at the He coached for nearly four about the game and the broadcast booth, and he is the door. Contributions are ac cepted; NOW OPEN decades. In 1975 he became head the players.” best. He never says a cross word adults $7, children ages 6 to 12 coach of the Baltimore Colts, —Bob Lamey about anybody. People love him $3, children under 6 are free. turned them around from a dismal commentator here.” 10% OFF SPRING SALE record to a 10-4 season, and was Born in Franklin, Pa., Marchi- named NFL Coach of the Year. broda quarterbacked New York’s Annuals, Perennials, Hanging Baskets, He guided the Colts through St. Bonaventure University team fi ve seasons, took the helm of the involved in the game, and the to its best season in history Large Trees, Shrubs and always the Indianapolis Colts from 1992-95, Indianapolis Colts were an excel- in 1951. When St. Bonaventure and was the fi rst head coach of the lent team to follow this year,” discontinued its football pro- most unique plants around Baltimore Ravens, from 1996-98. said Marchibroda. gram, Marchibroda transferred Since 1999, he has traveled with The Colts won the AFC South to the University of Detroit 85 North Main Street the Colts as color commentator title with a 12-4 season, won two where he led the nation in total Hours: Tues. - Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5 for Indianapolis FM radio station playoff games, and were one step offense. 804-435-2800 Q95. away from the Super Bowl when In 1953 he was a fi rst-round ~Plenty of parking on Brent Street and in rear ~ “Broadcasting still keeps me they lost the AFC Championship draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steel- ers, left for military service, returned in 1955, and in 1956 was the league’s second leading passer. An arm injury ended his hop hop playing career in 1957. He has always coached quar- peep peep terbacks and admires the Colts’ Peyton Manning. Perfect for “He’s right up there with the best,” said Marchibroda. “He plays extremely well and pre- Every pares very well.” Marchibroda and his wife, Ann, Occasion live in Weems, where he enjoys
gardening, golf and grandchil- hop hop dren. A light lunch will follow his presentation. Call 438-4000 for reservations. NPI makes menhaden its peep peep
meeting topic Religious jewelry for someone special. Where the cool chicks shop The 22nd annual meeting of Choose from our lovely Northumberland Preservation selection in 14K gold Inc. will be held at 6:30 p.m. and Sterling Silver. on April 22 at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club. The program, entitled “113 Years of Innovation in the Menhaden Industry,” will be presented by speakers Tom Ross’s Rings and Blencoe and Jane Crowther. Blencoe, human resources Things, Ltd. manager for Omega Protein, is - live stylishly - an alumnus of Virginia Tech 200 Irvington Rd. • Kilmarnock and serves as chairman of the 435-3529 Store hours Tuesday-Saturday 10:00-5:30 • Sunday 10:00-4:00 Virginia Marine Products Monday-Friday 9-5 • Saturday 9-4 CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY Board. Crowther, a graduate of Longwood College, is senior director of the refined oils A Special Gift division of Omega Protein. The cost for the buffet din- is waiting for you! ner meeting is $25 per person. The deadline for reservations is Thursday, April 15. From April 8-18 Checks payable to Northum- berland Preservation Inc. may visit our store and receive a be mailed to Betty Jackson, free limited edition umbrella P.O. Box 1, Wicomico Church, (a $25 value) with a Vera Bradley purchase of $75 or more. VA 22579. Hurry...quantities are limited. The meeting is open to the public. Non-members are encouraged to attend. THE DANDELION For more information, call president Emily Lawson at Distinctive Ladies’ Clothing & Gifts 435-3121. Irvington, Virginia Hours: Monday thru Saturday Email news to [email protected]! 9:30 to 5:30 • 438-5194 A8 • Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 Relay for Life activities are Daily Visits • Overnights • Extended Stays announced Tess Dumais • Bonded The Northern Neck State Bank “Banking on a Cure” team is con- [email protected] • Wicomico Church • 804-580-5295 ducting several fund-raising proj- ects for Relay for Life. The annual relay for Lan caster and Northumberland counties to benefi t the Ameri can Cancer Soci- Ann’s ety will be held May 7 and 8 at Lan- cater High School Meanwhile, activities sponsored Antiques by “Banking on a Cure” include a jelly bean raffl e at Northern Neck State Bank of fi ces in Kil marnock, Relocated ~~ Reopening Lodge donates to fi re departments White Stone, Reedville and Bur- Palestine Lodge #100 recently presented donations to the Lancaster County volunteer fi re gess. departments. From left, past master Joseph Wood Jr., worshipful master Louis Lee and Bur ton A $1 contribution buys a chance April 16, 2004 Moody award checks to Melvin Gordon and Tom Jones of the Kilmarnock VFD, Mike Ercelino of on a jar of jelly beans. The object the White Stone VFD and Joe Hecht of the Upper Lancaster VFD. of the raffl e is to guess how many jelly beans are in the jar. Easter bake 7121 Northumberland Highway/Rt. 360 sales will be held on Good Friday, Heathsville, VA April 9, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Kil- marnock and White Stone of fi ces. Westmoreland NAACP Also at the Kilmarnock branch, Next to Subway in the an adult and a child Easter basket Former Women’s Club Building will be raffl ed at 2 p.m. Tickets are $1. call 804-580-4800 to celebrate heritage day Donations to the American Cancer Society may be made at The Westmoreland County memorabilia, documents, histori- African-American life and expe- Kilmarnock, White Stone, Reed- Hours NAACP, in collaboration with cal objects and other records and rience. ville and Burgess branches and at Wednesday, Thursday & Sunday the Smithsonian’s Anacostia antiques that often languish in Heritage preservation is cru- the bank tent at the relay. Museum and Center for African church buildings and homes. Per- cial, for it is the foundation The banks also have sign-up Noon - 5 pm American History and Culture, is sons may consult with experts for understanding and appreciat- sheets for luminaries in honor of Friday & Saturday holding a Cultural Heritage Day and with Smithsonian curators on ing African-American culture and a cancer survivor or in memory of in Westmoreland County. the signifi cance and care of his- public history. For this reason, a cancer victim. The luminary fee 10 am - 5 pm The program to document and torical materials. the museum is launching a is $10. The luminaries will be lit Closed Monday & Tuesday preserve African-American his- The Anacostia Museum has national educational initiative to during opening ceremonies at the tory and heritage is April 24 from long offered exhibits, literature, help communities understand the re lay. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the A. T. and educational programs focus- importance of saving the letters, Johnson Museum in Montross. ing on the African-American documents, photographs, family Cultural Heritage Day is an experience. One of the museum’s mementos, and other objects that opportunity for churches, church primary goals is to document and can be found in homes, busi- Area Join the members and others to bring preserve historical and cultural nesses and community institu- out long-forgotten photographs, artifacts that tell the stories of tions. Events Morattico Waterfront Museum! Chorale concert tickets go on sale ■ Basket class to meet Take a journey down memory at 3 p.m. at St. Clare Walker ments that refl ect on pastoral New Judy Penry returns to the Reed- lane with the Chesapeake Cho- Middle School in Locust Hill. England themes. Religious songs ville Fish ermen’s Mu seum on I wish to (become a new member) (renew membership) of rale’s spring concert, “Those Pieces include the Andrews Sis- include a dis tinctive, modern April 16 and 17 for a two-day the Morattico Waterfront Museum Nantucket-style bas ket class. The Were the Days,” a tribute to those ters’ popular ‘40s wartime song, arrangement of “Jesus Loves All memberships are for a 12-month period. special mo ments in life. “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy” and Me.” project is a nine-inch oval jew- Under the direction of David show tunes like “Get Me to the Tickets are available for $5 elry basket. ( ) Individual $15 ( ) Family $30 Sessions are from 9 a.m. to 3 G. Stephenson with S. Douglas Church On Time” from “My Fair from chorale members and in ( ) Contributing $50 ( ) Sustaining $100 Harris on piano, the 100-voice lady” and “There is Nothin’ Like Kilmarnock at All Occasions p.m. each day with partici pation chorus will sing a variety of sec- A Dame” from South Pacifi c.” Gifts and Cards and the Bank of limited to 6 students. The fee is ( ) Additional $_____ ular and religious songs. Additionally, the poetic words of Lancaster; or call 776-6018. $135 per person and includes all Benefactor Concerts are April 24 at 8 p.m. Robert Frost are set to mu sic in Proceeds from ticket sales materials, mold rental and instruc- tion. To reg ister, call 453-6529. at Mathews High School’s new “The Pasture” and “The Road enhance music programs in area Name:______concert audito rium and April 25 Not Taken,” expressive arrange- schools. ■ Watermen to speak The Watermen’s Museum in Address: ______Yorktown in cooperation with the Celebrate Yorktown Committee City:______State:_____Zip:______Stay in Touch . . . will present the last in a series, “In Their Own Words,” at York Please make checks payable to The Morattico Waterfront Be Informed . . . Hall on April 18 at 2 p.m. Museum. All contributions are tax deductible in accordance The program will discuss how That’s what all the visitors with the Internal Revenue Act. seafood gets from the wa ter to Mail checks to: and summer residents do. the plate, and how the watermen may be working the water in the Morattico Waterfront Museum future. York Hall is at Main and P.O. Box 80 . . . Ballard streets in Yorktown. Call Morattico, VA 22523 757- 887-2641 for reservations
1st1st IssueIssue ofof thethe season!season! Rappahannock Westminster-Canterbury Available in hundreds of stores in Lancaster, Middlesex, Nor- VIEWPOINTS 2004 thumberland, Mathews, Rich- mond, Gloucester and West- Viewpoints is an eclectic seminar series sponsored by Rappahan- moreland counties. nock Westminster-Canterbury for our residents and the greater community. We welcome you to one or all of the events and invite New issues appear monthly May thru September, an in- you to be our guest for refreshments following the presentations. valuable guide for the thou- sands of visitors to the area . . . where to stay, what to eat, mu- Ted Marchibroda seums, galleries, where to launch your boat or dock your Radio Analyst for the Indianapolis Colts boat, and even where the best Former NFL Head Coach fishing is. Monday, April 19, 2004 at 11 a.m. ______A complete calendar too, along with monthly features about special people and places in this Previous Presenters area. Dr. Brian Latell ADVERTISING Senior Associate, Center for Strategic & International Studies DEADLINE FOR THE MAY ISSUE IS Adjunct Professor, School of Foreign Service, Georgetown University APRIL 22 Paul B. Ebert 27,000 Circulation Commonwealth’s Attorney Published April 30 Prince William County, Virginia CALL TODAY! Rappahannock Mrs. Robert E. Lee IV Record Vice Regent Mount Vernon Ladies’ Association e-mail: [email protected] 1-800-435-1701 • 804-435-1701 All Viewpoints presentations are followed by complimentary lun- Southside Sentinel cheon receptions. Reservations are required due to space limitations. email: [email protected] Reservations will be taken one event at a time. Call (804)438-4000. 804-758-2328 • 800-758-2329 Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 • A9 Annual tour features Lancaster ‘Water Views’
The Garden Club of the Northern Neck will host a tour of “Water Views” in Lan caster County from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on April 21. The tour is part of the 71st Historic Garden Week in Virginia, which generates funds to restore historic gardens and grounds throughout the Commonwealth. Visitors will explore varying architectural styles along the shores of Dymer, In dian and Carters creeks. Tour sites include Christ Church, The Tides Inn, the Boat House, Dymer Hall, Blue Water Farm and Camelia Cottage.
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Tickets Advance ticket and box CAMELLIA COTTAGE Blue Water Farm lunch reservations must be re ceived by April 10. Send A tree-lined drive leads to Blue Water condition. A two-story glass porch frames a self-addressed, stamped Farm, a home with a striking view of the house on the east. envelope to Mrs. Frederick Camellia Cottage Indian Creek’s confl uence with the bay. Bathroom walls and the back staircase Moring, P.O. Box 692, White The original white frame farmhouse was have been painted by local artist Betty Stone, VA 22578; call Farther upstream on Indian Creek inal trim, hard ware, flooring, wain- built in 1871 by Clifford Flippo and later Carlson. The owners have collected Penn- 435-8877; or email garden- sits Camellia Cottage, circa 1916, a scoting and banisters. A pantry owned by Capt. and Mrs. Willis Bryant. sylvania and Bal timore antiques and day2004@ya hoo.com. Make charming Craftsman style bungalow with a stone floor and wainscoting Several renovations and ad ditions in American folk art, including an early checks payable to the Garden on 8.6 lush acres. Rare camellias and adjoins the kitchen. the 1950s and 1970s have resulted in a Nancy Thomas piece. Club of the Northern Neck. hollies were planted by former owner The current owners pur chased the Greek Revival home with unparalleled The white frame house with green A combination ticket for H.C. “Maci” McSwain, a horticultur- property in 2002. Antique furniture water views. The curent owners bought shutters sits on 17 acres. The gardens, the lunch and tour is $32 in ist and Lancaster County Extension throughout the cottage includes a the house in 1989 and haave remodeled designed by lo cal gardeners Joe Bridges advance. Agent during the 1960s. country French refectory table, an the kitchen and family room, now their and John Pitman, consist of infor mal The tour ticket is $22 in Remnants of a nursery area are English server, and a chest from the favorite spots for enter taining family and plantings of boxwood, magnolias, spring ad vance, or $25 on the tour still visible in a “Secret Garden.” Richmond Coffee Co. quilting friends. bulbs, and roses. date, available at each house. An arched bridge over a tidal The property is home to Lancaster Many original pine and chestnut fl oors Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Stemple are the Single house admission is pond leads to a deep-water dock. County’s oldest dairy barn, which and a wide staircase, remain in excellent owners. $10. The home was creatively restored housed Fleets Bay Dairy. Refresh- For bus or group tour infor- in 2000 and featured on HGTV’s ments will be served. mation, contact Moring. Tour “Homes Across America.” Great Mr. and Mrs. Charles Car roll are buses will be escorted by lo cal effort was made to sal vage the orig- the owners. guides. Dymer Hall Dymer Hall is a white brick Classical Revival tiles enhance American, European and Chi- style home with a sweeping view of Dymer nese heirloom antiques. Family oil paintings Creek and the Chesa peake Bay. Cherry fl oors, grace the faux-embellished walls in the public graced by oriental carpets and fi ne antiques, rooms. give the feel of an English country house. Com- A pool house serves as a guest house and pleted in 2000, the house encompasses 75 acres entertainment center. The pool is sited to take of man icured lawns, a grove of stately oaks, advantage of the water views from the mile- and lovely gar dens. Crepe myrtles and wil low long shoreline. oaks line the driveway. Gardenias, roses, boxwood and azaleas A courtyard leads to a stone entry porch, grace the formal fl owerbeds. The Boathouse, which includes a second-fl oor greeting bal- which also serves as an addi tional guest house, cony framed by massive redwood columns. is home to a collection of model boats. Docked The foyer features an elegant curved stairway nearby are a variety of family boats. DYMER HALL and herringbone cherry fl oors. De tailed mill- Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Bryant II are the work, marble ap pointments and hand-painted owners.
Correction Stanley W. Dawson Jr., AIA added. Architect, was commis sioned in The guest house and boathouse Easter Goodies by the Train-full ! 1979 by Mr. and Mrs. H. Wesley were in existence at the time the Richardson Jr. to design the resi- main house was constructed, and dence known as The Boat House. the two existing structures were Sale Starts Thursday, April 8 thru Saturday, April 10 It was completed in October modi fi ed to conform with the of 1981. The two-story porch main house, thereby creating the off 30%off was part of the original design complex that exists today. 804-436-TOYS (8697) and construction, but were both Previous articles indicated the Selected Games open porches and have since home was completed in 1982 and 50% Playmobile & been enclosed or ‘glassed in,’ not the porches were added. Language Little Dolls Handpaintedfrom Austria Eggs Limited Supply
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PPREMIERREMIER tion. “Worse than that, is how unfa- The Morattico Waterfront auchtacund Indians of the Algon- One guest said she had lived miliar Americans are with the SSAILINGAILING SSCHOOLCHOOL Museum celebrated spring with a quin Nation who pre-dated Capt. on Mount Vernon prop erty, vol- man behind the image,” said 804.438.9300804.438.9300 potluck dinner at the museum on John Smith’s arrival in the early unteered at the man sion, and Lee. www.premiersailing.com March 20. Eighty members and 17th century. received her 1,000-hour volun- Citing educational statistics www.premiersailing.com guests attended. Permanent exhibits at the new teer plaque from Lee. Another addressing the diminished pres- Home-cooked food and spe- museum range from early history had been an employee at Mount ence of Washington in so cial cial displays of antique farm and to the turn-of-the-cen tury heyday Vernon and built her Lancaster studies curricula, she said that garden tools contributed by com- of the settlement as a busy steam- home as a replica. Another intro- Mount Vernon will expand its munity members were features boat stop on the Rappahannock duced herself as the mother existing educational programs of the event. In keeping with the River. A growing collection of of James C. Rees, executive with a new 50,000-square-foot spring gardening theme, Morat- artifacts, photographs, and docu- di rector of Mount Vernon with center to house exhibits, displays tico native Cecil Bromley exhib- ments includes old country store whom the Ladies’ Association and theater presentations about ited his 1939 Farmall tractor. At items and antique tools of the works closely. Washing ton. Easter Buffet the close of the celebration, mem- waterman’s trade. Lee said that Mount Vernon “We will immerse visitors in bers gathered on the porch of the Morattico residents estab lished had changed hands fi ve times George Washington’s life,” said museum and applauded as Brom- the museum in 2003 to preserve within the Washington family Lee. Sunday, April 11 ley cranked the tractor and drove the history of the river front and in the mid-19th century was The effort will in clude it home. village and create a community being allowed to founder. resources for teachers nation- 11:30 a.m. til 6 p.m. Guests also viewed recent center. Ann Pamela Cunningham of wide and a movie depicting the museum acquisitions. A The museum will sponsor a South Carolina started the real Washington. 6,000-year-old axe head iden- “pig picking” on May 15 at 4 p.m. as sociation in 1853 with a repre- “We have raised $65 mil lion Fried Oysters • Deviled Crabs tifi ed as a ceremonial piece with music by the Shane Cooley sentative from each of 13 states, and have $20 million more to • highlights a collection of na tive Band. A limited num ber of tickets rallied thousands of other women go,” continued Lee, “We are con- Ham Turkey with Dressing American arrowheads and axe is available to the public. Admis- and men to the cause, and in fi dent we can do that and plan to Numerous Salads & Vegetables heads from the village. Morattico sion is $15 per person. For reser- 1860 the associ ation became start building in June. Construc- derives its name from the Mor- vations, call 462-0442. owners of Mount Vernon. tion will take two years, so that Lots of Desserts, Many Sugar-Free Although there were Union we open in late 2006 or 2007.” and Confederate soldiers nearby With Lee was her husband, Four-night Bermuda trip during the Civil War, the grounds great-grandson of Gen. Robert Also, $12.95 per person of Mount Vernon remained free E. Lee. They have a fi ve-week- of confl ict. old grandson, Robert E. Lee added to auction items George Washington is the most VI. $6 for children 10 and under memorialized individual in The next Viewpoints pre- The Chesapeake Academy idays and tropical resort des- America. Streets and col lege sentation features coach Ted Auction will be offering four tinations available through halls are named for him. Stamps Marchibroda on April 19 at 11 nights at Ariel Sands, the Ber- Meridian during the auction. and currency bear his image. His a.m. Call RW-C at 438-4000 for The Pilot House Inn muda beachfront resort owned by Nick Trotter at Meridian will statues grace city parks. reservations. 2737 Greys Point Rd. • Topping, Va. 23169 actor Michael Douglas and Cath- assist the winning bidder with erine Zeta-Jones. The vacation is special arrangements in Ber- (804) 758-2262 for reservations for two people at any time during muda including tee times at the 2004 season with no blackout prestigious golf clubs. Get things out from dates. Proceeds from the May 8 auc- The Ariel Sands trip is tion support the academic, co- underfoot with Classifieds or ganized by Meridian Yacht curricular programs and fi nancial Charters and adds Bermuda to scholarships at Chesa peake Acad- the growing list of yachting hol- emy in Irvington. Kilmarnock Museum According to reports at an museum hosted an ice cream annual meeting last Saturday, social that included a book sign- 2003 was a banner year for the ing and two artifact identi fi cation museum with visitors from Aus- sessions. tria, The Netherlands, England, During the meeting the board Ireland and four sep arate visi- accepted the resignation of Bud tors from Kilmarnock, Scotland. Bussells and elected Fletcher The museum hosted people from Brown III as his re placement. 19 different states and 55 dif- Other business included a ferent Virginia localities. They report by Peggy Hill on the his- also welcomed groups from the tory of the museum build ing. Northern Neck Heritage Bus tour, Kilmarnock town manager Lee Virginia Beach/Chesapeake Parks Capps gave a brief talk about the and Recreation, Northern Neck upcoming plans for the towns’ Antique Auto Club, Mayfair 75th anniversary celebration and House, Northern Virginia Rotary progress that has been made with and Boy Scouts from Reading, the Main Street project. Pa., and Pack 242 of Kilmar- The museum will hold its reg- nock. ular board meeting on Thursday, Among special events, the April 13, at 2 p.m.
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On March 27, he took a mandatory hunter educa- tion course, which is grueling, though fulfi lling, and obtained his certifi cation after an 11-hour day. On Sunday, his excitement could hardly be contained as we drove to Hampton to obtain his hunting license. April 3 was spring gobbler youth day, and 4 a.m. came early. However, we needed no alarm clock this day. My son and I were very eager to take to our hunt, one that each of us had dreamt about. With all applicable gear in hand, we took to our journey. The Northern Neck is abundant with wildlife. While our mission was to persuade the ever Spring sports on ice due to chilly weather elusive gobbler into our set up, this morning Bundled up, Lancaster’s varsity soccer goalkeeper Chris Felthouse fends off a shot, while track held more than we could have ever expected. team members take their laps (background) during spring sports practices last week. The cold, Once inside our blind at 5:15 a.m. at the rainy weather fi nally broke this week as teams across the Northern Neck rushed to get make-up end of a farm fi eld and nestled between two games in before spring break begins. Nearly all of Lancaster’s softball and baseball games were tracts of woodland, it was simply a matter of postponed last week due to rain. Winter hopefully made its parting shot last weekend with snow time before the action began. A sentry hen fl urries early Saturday morning in lower Lancaster County and blustery 30-degree weather to appeared at 5:35 a.m. to see who was enticing start the week Monday morning. Temperatures were expected to rise to a more seasonal 70 her clan to the fi eld. She was very inquisitive degrees by today. (Photo by Lisa Hinton-Valdrighi) and intrigued by the hen and jake decoy which David G. Miles of White Stone weighs in his mysteriously appeared in the fi eld exactly 20 fi rst turkey. yards from our blind. Almost simultaneously, four deer entered the boy with the knowledge and patience to antici- LHS boys place third, girls eighth fi eld with no idea of our presence. It is a beauti- pate that this turkey would circle the decoy, ful sight to watch these wild creatures in their leaving himself open for David to get his fi re- natural habitat with no inhibitions. Once the arm into position. With a steady aim, a deliber- in West Point Invitational track meet deer sought the sanctity of the woods, the hen ate removal of the safety, and a clean shot, this turkey was down by 6:30 a.m. by Lisa Hinton-Valdrighi relay. Essex by two points last Wednes- was back to investigating the decoys. By 6:20 a.m., she was at ease and called for There are moments that will never be forgot- The Lancaster High School Demetrius Means placed fi fth day in a four-team meet at LHS. ten when it comes to parents and their children. in the 800-meter run in 2:19 and The Lady Dev ils fi nished with the rest of the clan to enter the fi eld. One by boys track team got off to its one, the hens appeared followed by the tom This was certainly one of those memorable best start in years Saturday with came in sixth in the mile in 81.5 points while the Trojans moments. 5:21.6. came in second with 79.5, turkey in all his glory. In full strut, and without a third-place fi nish at the West hesitation, he proceeded to confront the jake David, I congratulate you, I am very proud of Point Invitationals. Ge’Ron Wiggins had the best Mathews took third with 30 and you, and most of all, Dad loves you. fi nish among the boys, taking Northumberland placed fourth decoy. The Devils fi nished behind The patience and commitment at this point (David R. Miles of White Stone has been second place in the 400-meter with 21. turkey hunting for some 10 years.) Group AA King George and usu- run in 51.05. Jamie Veney placed Bradley won the shot put would make any father proud. A 12-year-old ally dominant Sussex Central to third in that same event in 53.01 (27’3”) and the discus (86’7”), fi nish among the top three in the and both Wiggins and Veney ran while Rekita Smith cleared 4’4” 15-team meet. the 4X100-meter relay. to win the high jump. On the The Foxes took fi rst with 125 Julia Bradley led the LHS girls track, Kayana Roane won the Devils said giving JV Devils team points. The Tigers came in to an eighth-place fi nish among 100-meter dash in 13.8 and second with 59.5 points, edging 13 teams. Bradley fi n ished fi fth Brianne Oltermann won the Lancaster by half a point. among discus throwers with a 100-meter hurdles in 19.2. scorch The Devils, with 59 points, 68’8” toss and came in eighth Essex dominated in the boys up too many runs fi nished on top among the fi ve with a 26’1 1/4” throw of the shot meet, beating Lancaster by 39 The varsity Devils need to get “We had an opportunity to score Northern Neck teams at the invi- put. points. The Trojans won seven stingy. some runs in the top of the seventh,” Pointers tational. Essex placed fourth with Erica Patton led the Lady events to score 120 points. Lan- “The story of the season so far said Wilmore, “but mental miscues 55 points. Devils distance runners, tak ing caster fi nished sec ond with 81, is that we keep giving people too keep stopping us from taking advan- Jonathan Frith went four Montel Mitchell was the high- sixth in the mile in 6:59.6 and Northumberland third with 31, many runs,” said LHS coach Ashley tage of opportunities.” innings, struck out four and scorer for Lancaster, taking third seventh in the two-mile in 15:49. Mathews fourth with 29 and Wilmore. Gutknecht led the Devils at bat, al lowed just three hits as the in the long jump (20’8”) and the Brianne Oltermann was third in Christchurch fi fth with 20. Lancaster gave up fi ve un earned going 2-for-4, He had a home run, winning pitcher last Tuesday 200-meter dash (23.4), placing the 100-hurdles (19.5) and team- Henderson won the high jump runs to West Point last Monday when two RBI and scored twice. William when Lancaster’s JV baseball fourth in the high jump (5’7”), mate Jackie Murray came in fi fth (6’0”), took second in the long the Pointers edged the Devils, 7-5, Saunders was 2-for-4 with a run and team routed West Point, 11-1. coming in fi fth in the 100-meter (20.0), while Ashley Henderson jump (20’10”) and fourth in the in a non-district baseball game. RBI and Tim Blake went 2-for-4 It was Frith’s second win dash (11.92) and fi nishing eighth placed eighth in the long jump 100-meter dash (12.2) to fi nish as LHS falls to 0-5 with the loss. with a run scored. over the Pointers in as many in the triple jump (36’6 1/2”). He (13.6). the high scorer for the Devils. Matt Hathaway was the los ing Lancaster will host Surry April weeks. The Devils improved to was also a member of the 4X400- The girls’ 4X100-meter re lay Mitchell won the long jump pitcher. He gave up two earned 9 in a make-up game, then take 2-0 overall. meter relay team, which placed team of Murran, Hender son, (21’) and took second in the runs. He retired fi ve batters at the next week off for spring break. The Taylor Clark pitched relief, third in 45.96. Dominique Robinson and Wyne- 100-meter dash (11.8) and plate, walked two and allowed six Devils re sume play on Tuesday, retiring four batters and giving Curtis Henderson took sec ond sha Seldon came in third in 56.9 Ge’Ron Wiggins won the hits in fi ve innings. Rob Gutknecht April 20, when they open the North- up four hits in two innings of in the high jump (5’10”), sixth and the 4X400 team of Olter- 400-meter (55.2). closed with two strikeouts in one ern Neck District sched ule at Wash- work. in the triple jump (27’3”), sev- mann, Elizabeth Bedell, Emily Brian Meyers claimed two fi rst inning. ington & Lee. At the plate for Lancaster, enth in the long jump (19’9.5”), Shrader and Tabitha Rinehart place spots for Northum berland, Nathan Blake hit 3-for-3 with eighth in the 200-meter (29.45) took fourth in 5:09. winning the shot put (42’3 1/2”) a stolen base, two runs scored and ran a leg of the 1600-meter The Lancaster girls edged and the discus (120’3”). and four RBI. JV Devils crank up James Jackson was also 3-for-3 with a pair of stolen LHS varsity bases, three runs and two RBI. Scoreboard the scoring machine Taylor batted 2-for-4 with three booters open With a repeat of its season three walks. stolen bases, an RBI and run Varsity baseball 5. Christchurch, 20. opener, the Lancaster JV softball Tiffany Lee was perfect at bat, scored and Jonathan George West Point 7, Lancaster 5 Girls team shut out West Point, 16-0, going 2-for-2 with two walks went 1-for-4 with an RBI and 1. Lancaster, 81.5; soccer season last Tuesday to improve to 3-0 and four runs scored. Abby Rob- run. JV baseball 2. Essex, 79.5; overall. bins went 1-for-3 with a walk Lancaster has a two-week Lancaster 11, West Point 1 3. Mathews, 30; The Lady Devils have scored and two runs and Sarah Robert- break before opening Northern 4. Northumberland, 21. with 7-0 win Neck District play against Varsity softball Freshman Billy Jackson 32 runs against the Pointers in son batted 1-for-3 with a walk two outings and turned in their and run. Washington & Lee in Mon tross Lancaster 4, West Point 3 stunned Middlesex with six on April 20. —Upcoming— goals in Lancaster’s soccer second 16-0 win over the Tide- Madison Smith and Killion JV softball water team in three weeks. also scored twice each, while Lancaster 16, West Point 0 Varsity baseball/ season opener Thursday to set a new single-game scoring Therese Killion recorded her Beka Conboy, Lucy McCann, second win over West Point, Sara Caudle, Heather Davis and Soccer softball record. THE Rwww.rrecord.comECORD (Lancaster’s home games will Jackson had a hat trick in going fi ve innings with eight April Rasmussen scored once Lancaster 7, Middlesex 0 be played at 6 p.m. at Dream strikeouts, one allowed hit and apiece. ONLINE West Point 4, Lancaster 2 Fields. All away games and each half as the varsity Devils routed the Chargers, 7-0. Track other games listed are at 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted.) Eva Kretz opened the scor- ✵ RAPPAHANNOCK ALMANAC ✵ West Point Invitational: ing for Lancaster and Jackson Boys April 9: 1. King George, 125; Surry at Lancaster added his first three goals for a White Stone/Grey’s Point Tides, Sun, & Moon – April, 2004 April 13: 2. Sussex, 59; 4-0 lead at the half. ^ 4/9^ ^ 4/09^ ^ 4/13^ ^ 4/13^ Mathews at Northumberland 3. Lancaster, 59; The Devils are off to a 1-1 Fri 4/9 Sunrise 6:39 High 3:06 1.8' Tue 4/13 Moonrise 3:47 Low 1:08 0.2' 4. Essex, 55; April 14: start after losing to West Point Randolph-Henry at Essex Moonset 9:21 Low 9:52 0.0' Sunrise 6:33 High 7:25 1.6' 5. King William, 52; this week in regional competi- Sunset 7:36 High 3:29 1.4' Moonset 1:39 Low 2:04 0.2' (softball only) 6. Nandua, 46; s Low 9:51 0.0' x Sunset 7:40 High 7:52 1.3' tion. ^ 4/10^ ^ 4/10^ ^ 4/14^ ^ 4/14^ 7. Charles City, 31; The Pointers jumped out to a 8. Washington & Lee, 30.5; JV baseball/softball Sat 4/10 Moonrise 1:01 High 4:02 1.8' Wed 4/14 Moonrise 4:23 Low 2:21 0.2' April 13: 3-0 lead by the half and went Sunrise 6:37 Low 10:50 0.1' Sunrise 6:32 High 8:32 1.5' 9. Amelia, 25; Northumberland at Mathews on to edge Lancaster, 4-2. 10. West Point, 22; Moonset 10:16 High 4:26 1.4' Moonset 2:48 Low 3:04 0.2' The Devils cut the deficit to t Sunset 7:37 Low 10:50 0.1' y Sunset 7:41 High 8:56 1.4' 11. Northumberland, 21; ^ 4/11^ ^ 4/11^ ^ 4/15^ ^ 4/15^ Soccer one, 3-2, early in the second 12. Mathews, 16; (JV 5:30 p.m., varsity 7 p.m.) Sun 4/11 Moonrise 2:07 High 5:05 1.7' Thu 4/15 Moonrise 4:54 Low 3:26 0.1' 13. King & Queen, 14; half after a penalty shot by Sunrise 6:36 Low 11:53 0.2' Sunrise 6:30 High 9:31 1.5' April 8: Jacob Jackson and a goal just 14. Middlesex, 12; Northumberland at James Moonset 11:19 High 5:30 1.3' Moonset 3:55 Low 3:56 0.1' 15. Rappahannock, 9. seconds later by B. Jackson. V Sunset 7:38 Low 11:56 0.1' z Sunset 7:42 High 9:52 1.5' Monroe 3rd Q. - 11:46 ^ 4/12^ ^ 4/12^ ^ 4/16^ ^ 4/16^ Girls Lancaster took just five shots W&L at Lancaster Mon 4/12 Moonrise 3:02 High 6:14 1.6' Fri 4/16 Moonrise 5:20 Low 4:24 0.1' 1. West Point, 89; on goal, while keeper Chris Sunrise 6:34 Low 12:59 0.2' Sunrise 6:29 High 10:23 1.5' 2. Sussex, 77; Track Felthouse fended off 10 West Moonset 12:28 High 6:41 1.3' Moonset 4:59 Low 4:43 0.1' 3. Amelia, 76; April 3: Point attempts. w Sunset 7:39 { Sunset 7:43 High 10:40 1.6' 4. Essex, 71.5; Northumberland and The Devils will play at home 5. Middlesex, 50.5; Lancaster at West Point Invita- tonight (April 8) in a Northern Corrections High Low Height 5. Nandua, 50.5; tional (10 a.m.) PM times are in boldface type. Neck District game against Piankatank River, Cherry Pt. -1:42 -1:44 86% Unusually high & low tides are also in boldface. 7. King William, 48; April 7: Great Wicomico River Light 0:30 0:20 76% Washington & Lee. They take ©BenETech 2004 ([email protected]) 8. Lancaster, 44; Lancaster and W&L at Nor- Smith Point Light 1:01 0:44 86% 9. Mathews, 19; thumberland (4 p.m.) next week off for spring break 10. King & Queen, 16; before resuming play at James Ice ¥ Bait ¥ Tackle ¥ Live Peelers ¥ Blood Worms 11. Northumberland, 13; Boys tennis Monroe on April 19. Chum ¥ Marine Supplies 12. Rappahannock, 12; (4:30 p.m.) 13. Charles City, 5.5. April 8: Watch the Blue Boxes for We have the largest Lancaster Meet: James Monroe at Essex variety of the freshest Boys 1. Essex, 120; Girls tennis seafood in the area! 2. Lancaster, 81; (4:30 p.m.) 435-6750 3. Northumberland, 31; April 8: Rt. 3 ¥ White Stone ¥ Mon-Thurs 9-5, Fri-Sat 9-6 4. Mathews, 29; James Monroe at Essex Published May A12 • Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 LHS girls edge 435-1701 .... this number will get you places! West Point, 4-3 The varsity Lady Devils evened their record to 2-2 last week with a 4-3 win over West Point in a non- Internet Access district softball game. Kaballero Kori George recorded the win and Brandy Gilbert the save. George went fi ve innings on the mound with two strikeouts and fi ve hits $14.95* per month al lowed, while Gilbert struck out one and didn’t allow a hit in two innings. Lancaster, with eight total hits 804-436-9428 and eight walks, was led at the plate by Becky Smith and Brittany *Yearly Plan Dodson. Dodson went 4-for-5 with three RBI and Smith batted 2-for-4 with a run scored. Enika Saunders drew three walks to score once Closest Marina to the Bay ! and Cabel Dixon walked twice and scored once. Boat Slips The Devils will play Surry at Dream Fields April 9 and take next • Covered week off for spring break before • Uncovered opening Northern Neck District play Limited number Eight Boy Scout troops recently gathered for a spring campout at the Upper Lancaster Ruritan April 20 at Washington & Lee. Available Center. The bridge in the rear served as a ceremonial passage for boys crossing over from Webe- los II to Boy Scout Troops.
Boy Scouts hold spring campout Call Now Eight troops of the Northern dogs, hamburgers and beverages The Commissioner’s Cup for before boating Neck and Rappahannock Dis- and the rest was potluck. best overall troop was presented season starts! tricts of the Heart of Virginia After dinner, the District Award to Troop 235 of White Stone Bap- Council recently held a campout of Merit was presented to Scout- tist Church. The Scoutmaster is 804-580-7292 at the Upper Lancaster Ruritan master Ford Becker of Troop 203, Ken Abrams. Center in Lively. There were 87 sponsored by the Warsaw Bap- The highlight of the cam pout Ingram Bay Marina youth and leaders in the group tist Church, and the longest char- for the scouts is the crossover with Scoutmaster Steve Pittman tered troop in the Northern Neck ceremony. The Scouts used their of Troop 222 in Lively. District. knowledge of knots and lashings The spring campout has three Becker and his sons, Hank to build a bridge on which 19 elements. It is the fi rst oppor- and Robert, are all Eagle Scouts. Webelos II Scouts crossed over to tunity for the troops to camp Becker has long been a volunteer a Boy Scout Troop. The respec- ATTENTION FARMERS together, it is the occa sion for leader in scouting and has served tive Scoutmasters were at the end Tom Reade the annual district dinner where as Scoutmaster of Troop 203 for of the bridge to receive the new a District Award of Merit is pre- seven years. He also served as Scouts and present each boy with LUCK LIME sented and it is when Webelos II Scoutmaster of a District Camp- a Boy Scout handbook and a Tom Reade Scouts cross over to a Boy Scout o-ree in 2001. Scout necker chief. Delivered in bulk or you Troop. In 2003, he was awarded the The ceremony was coordi nated earns BSA can pick it up at The campout started April 2, Daniel Carter Beard Masonic by members of the Nawaka Lodge with gray skies and rain sprinkles, Scouter of the Year Award. The of the Order of the Arrow, led but the weather was better on presentation of the District by Chapter Chief Andrew Smith. Silver Beaver Saturday and Sunday. The dinner Award of Merit was made by Craig Smith served as Akela. The Tom Reade, membership chair- WHW, Inc., was attended by about 200 Cub district chairman Bill Evans and crossing over is a ceremony with man of the Northern Neck District Scouts, Boy Scouts, parents and district com missioner Sam torches and a bonfi re held at of Scouting, recently received a 417 Grey’s Point Road, siblings. The district pro vided hot Bridgeman. sunset. Silver Beaver Award at a ceremony at the Scottish Rite Temple in Rich- Topping Scotty mond. The award is the highest a Boy Scout Council can bestow upon a volunteer. Sports Reade’s long list of volunteer 804-758-2190 positions in scouting began when Corner his son joined Cub Scouts in North- Office Hours: Crew ern Virginia. When he and his wife, Monday - Friday The St. Margaret’s crew team Pat, retired and moved to Kilmar- traveled to Norfolk on March nock, he continued his service to 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. 27 for its first regatta. Against youth of the Northern Neck. He also crews from Norfolk Academy has served as committee chairman and Great Bridge High School, for several years for Troop 242. the Scotties held their own. In the first race of the day, Cubs on the go the Novice Eight won on the 1400m course. The Varsity Four Pit KAYAK Boys from Cub Scout Pack 235 of White Stone Baptist Church placed third and two Novice recently built go-carts as part of a den advancement program. Fours placed fifth and seventh. Materials for the project were donated by Eubanks Hardware Demo and Sale and Southern States Farm and Home Supply in Kilmarnock. Varsity softball Stop From left on their go-carts are Sam Friday, Alex Alderks, Danny The varsity softball team beat McGrath and Dustin Crenshaw. Lancaster, 10-4, on March 25. Saturday, April 10 Ö 11:00 am-4:00 pm Becky Clark of Lively had a Virginia Motor Speedway solid game as pitcher. April 3 results: Selected new and used kayaks 10% to 30% off SMS nipped St. Catherine’s Super late models School, 3-2, on March 30. St. - Booper All Accessories 10% to 50% off. Aeronautical group Bare, first; Bo Fethers, second; Catherine’s racked up two runs Louie Littlepage, third. Factory Representatives on site in the top of sixth, and St. Mar- Late models - John Staton, to visit Fighter Factory garet’s answered with a pair of first; Ralph Haley Jr., second; runs in the same in ning. Billy Hubbard, third. The regular meeting of the ervations and checks, $25 per The Scotties held the Saints Modifieds - Mark Claar Sr., Virginia Aeronautical Historical person, payable to VAHS/NNMP, scoreless in the seventh, and first; Aubrey Thurston, second; Bay Trails Outfitters Society/Northern Neck/Middle Pen- to Don McGonegal, 15 Stingray at the bottom of the seventh Renee Weeks, third. Waterfront Kayak Farm insula Chapter, scheduled for April Lane, White Stone, VA 22578. with two outs, another inning All-Americans - Davis Lip- 15, will not be held because of a On May 20, the annual dinner looked likely. Then Catherine Rt. 609, Mathews - 804-725-0626 Chilton of Lancaster singled scombe, first; Marty Coltrain, scheduled trip to the Suffolk Fighter meeting will be held at the River second; Mitch Smith, third. www.baytrails.com Factory on Monday, April 12. Crossing near White Stone. Social and stole second. On the next Upcoming races: The bus will leave the Pilot hour begins at 5 p.m.; dinner will pitch, she took advantage of an From the Hardees in Mathews, follow Rt. 14 east 3.75 miles. House in Topping at 8:15 a.m.; be served at 6:30 p.m. error to steal third and home to April 10: departs the Ice House Field in New offi cers will be inducted. win the game. (VMS is on Route 17, eight Left on Rt. 608. Left on Rt. 609. One mile on right. White Stone at 8:45 a.m., and The guest speaker is chapter JV softball miles north of Saluda. Pit gates arrives at the Fighter Factory member Floyd Criswell. He will The junior varsity fell to open at noon; specta tor gates at 10:45 a.m. Lunch may be speak on the space program. Lancaster, 4-3, on March 25. at 4 p.m. Track activities begin obtained in the airport cafeteria. Reservations may be made by Despite the loss, pitcher Keri at 5:45 p.m.) Return will be approximately sending checks, $23 per person, Super late models, late Straughan of Hague struck out models, sportsmen, chargers. 3:30 p.m. to Don McGonegal. For more 11 Lancaster hitters. Contact Gary Ellis at 435-2947 information, call George Jensen The JV Scotties beat St. for more information. Send res- at 435-2840. Catherine’s, 13-03. THE RECORD SPORTS • Screened Topsoil ONLINE www.rrecord.com • Sand • Fill Dirt JIM’S • Treated Mulch GYM • Gravel 52 S. Main St. (804) 815-6343 or (804) 776-9037 Kilmarnock 436-0202 • 435-4074 Delivered to Your Site
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Major Additions • Dorm ers • Decks • Rec Rooms Gone fi shin’ Kitchens • Baths • Garages • Carports • Screened Porches Some area contractors teamed up with Redlaw Mechanical, Ferguson and American Standard Built-In Bookcases & Wa ll Units for a day of fi shing in the Gulf Stream. The group chartered the Captain B.C. out of Oregon Inlet, N.C., and came home with tuna, dolphin and mako shark. From left are Robert Smith of Robert TOM JENNINGS Smith Home Services, Jim Walder of Redlaw Mechanical, Inc., Brian Maynor and Jeff Watson of White Stone, Va. 435-0091 Ferguson, Jerry Webber of Jerry Webber Plumbing and Steve Burton, Burton’s Heating and AC. Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 • A13 WINDOW Nature Walks planned The Northern Neck Chapter 435-1701 .... this number will get you places! ON WILDLIFE of the Virginia Native Plant Society and the Northern Neck by Joyce Fitchett Russell Chapter of the National Thank you, Dr. David Shriver, for me to see him well. Audubon Society recently for identifying my lit tle blue Why was the bumble bee an nounced their spring field Lazy Days Pools & Spas insect as a carpet bee tle that also on my window having trouble trips. (804) 435-2136 • Route 200 North • Kilmarnock On April 14 at 9:30 a.m., eats furniture. flying? All bees seem to be Tuesday - Friday 9-3 • Saturday 9-1 David, an entomologist, is an hav ing problems now, but we Ann Messick will lead a walk expert on insects, and says were glad to see a honey bee at Hickory Hollow and Cabin I’ll probably see more of this at Hickory Hollow nature trail Swamp looking for early wild- pest because they are prolific last week. flowers such as the trout lily. and ubiquitous, living both Are those red-capped chip ping On April 19 at 9:30 a.m., in doors and outdoors. Trying to sparrows ground-feeding on this- retired state forester Henry SPRING BLOWOUT SALE eradicate them would be hope- tle seeds after dark ev ery day? Bashore will lead a walk at April 8-17 • 20% off all chemicals less, as well At least fi ve Bushmill Stream. 50% off selected items as environ- pairs of cardi- On April 22 from 9:30 a.m. to noon, ecologist Phil Coull- mentally nals are there Ann Messick destructive. I every night and ing will lead a walk at Dam- POOL SCHOOL 101 am very for- day too. eron Marsh. Friday, April 16 • 6 p.m. tunate to have Are baby On April 29 at 10 a.m., Friday, April 16 • 6 p.m. David advise crows and Master Gardener Anne Olsen Chris Broseker me. Inciden- grack les call- will lead a tour of her gardens. Baquacil Sales Representative tally, the First ing for food all On May 1 at 8:30 a.m., there Lady of Cal- day too? will be a walk with both chap- • Refreshments ters at Hickory Hollow. A con- ifornia is his Some scenes • Door Prizes cousin. are funny. A tinental breakfast prior to the Another pair of grack- walk is $8. mystery down les, one on each On May 6 at 9:30 a.m., Henry Beginning April 6 Bashore will lead a walk at on the farm side of a dove, Tues.-Fri. 9-5 • Sat. 9-1 attracted the are planning to Chilton Woods in search of atten tion of the steal any grain blooming showy or chids. Man I Married of corn he aims On May 10 at 8:30 a.m., there this week. It’s a for. will be a walk with both chap- white fl owering tree we’ve never Some squirrels are burying ker- ters at Hickory Hollow with an Great outdoor living... seen there before. I consulted nels of corn, while one is drag- $8 continental break fast. A trout lily another ex pert, Henry Bashore, ging a corn cob across the front On May 17 at 10 a.m., Anne begins under a Durasol Retractable Awning! who says it’s a fruit tree, prob- yard. Dickerson will lead a tour of orchids. ably apple or cherry, but we’ll Bluebirds come for baths and her native plant garden. To register for walks, call have to wait patiently for leaves water, but their tree and nesting On May 23 from 2 to 4 p.m., Messick at 435-6673. For the to sprout and more identifying box were destroyed by Isabel. Messick will lead a walk at May 1 and 10 events, call Paul characteristics to develop in order Goldfi nches, some turning Hickory Hollow in search of Servis at 435-1788, or Messick to be more specifi c. canary yellow for breeding if he cannot be reached. I’ve had more questions this season, are enjoying the this tle week. Was that a grey king bird seeds I put out often. Dameron darting in and out of a cedar tree There is never a dull mo ment to catch insects? He fl ew too fast in nature-hunting. Marsh walks Audubon Bowling Results set for April to hike Wild flowers are blooming Men’s League Ladies League and migratory birds have local trail On April 1, Cap’n John’s won three Northern Neck Surgical Services arrived in numbers. These are Durasol Retractable Awnings games and lost one against Evans won two games against Callis Sea- two good reasons to join the The Northern Neck Audubon Bowling Center. For Cap’n John’s, food when Terry Stillman bowled April 10 and April 24 Dameron Society (NNAS) will conduct are designed to create a cool and natural extension to Ernie George had the high set of 350 a 350 set with games of 110 and your home. They provide instant UV protection and help with games of 123 and 117. Harry 142. Bev Benson rolled a 312 set Marsh walks. a bird walk Monday, April 12, Donavon bowled a game of 117 in with games of 100 and 120. Elsie The walks focus on the his- along the Chesapeake Trail in conserve energy by lowering indoor temperatures. Every a 325 set. Joe Hinson rolled a 105 Rose had a 109 game. Julia George tory, plant and animal com- the Courthouse Landing area awning is custom-made and professionally installed, so you game. For Evans, John Forrester had bowled a game of 103 and Betty of Lancaster County. the highs set of the week of 383 with Steffey had games of 103 and 107. munities, and the geology of can choose from a wide variety of colors and styles to suit games of 128, 122 and 133. Johnny For Callis, Mary Savalina bowled the area. Through a partnership agree- your needs. Call your local independent Durasol dealer today Evans bowled games of 134 and 115. a 341 set with games of 116 and The walks are guided by ment with Lancaster County, for more information! Woodie Evans rolled a 120 game. 133. Gayle Conrad rolled a 312 set local naturalists. Jane Peterson NNAS recently as sumed stew- The Oaks Restaurant won three with games of 102 and 118. Donna ardship of the Chesapeake games and lost one against H. W. Thomas had a game of 109 and Lil- and Susan Lindsay will lead Painting. For The Oaks, Lee Gill had lian Potter a 106 game. the April 10 walk. Peterson Trail, which had been the the high set of 367 with games of 140 R. P. Waller won three games and Tisha Hauser will lead the waterside section of the long and 120. Louis Coates bowled a 143 against Yeatman’s Forklift when Ilva April 24 walk. closed Corrotoman River Trail. durasol.com game in a 365 set. Bob Huff rolled Jett bowled a 112 game. For Yeat- A number of im provements to a 111 game. For H&W, Bill Hender- man’s, Myrtle Royall rolled a 336 set Walks begin from the Dam- shot bowled the high set of 356 with with games of 106 and 133. Gladys eron Marsh parking lot at 10 the 12-acre property are under games of 121 and 141. Wayne Con- Sisson had a 328 set with games of a.m. way. drey rolled a 121 game in a 328 set. 104, 110 and 114. To get there from Kil- Hikers meet at 8:30 a.m. in Clay Gill had a 133 game. J. C. Marsh won three games marnock, take Route 200 to the parking lot of Grace Epis- 702 Church Ln. D&L Marine Construction won three against Cap’n Red’s Seafood when copal Church in Kilmarnock. games and lost one against Lenny’s Vickie White bowled a 302 set with Shiloh Road (Route 606) east. Tappahannock , Va. Auto Repair. For D&L, Mark Obshar- a game of 120. Greta Walker rolled Proceed to Ball Neck Road Binoculars and water-resistant sky had the high set of 378 with a 114 game. Marie Piccard had a (Route 605) and turn left. Go shoes are recommended. 804-445-0026 games of 140 and 128. Lacy Rose 103 game as did Sandra Evans. bowled games of 129 and 127 in a For Cap’n Red’s, Millie Faulkner about a mile to Cloverdale 359 set. Steve Hinson rolled games of bowled a 112 game, Ruth Moore a Road (Route 606) and turn 143 and 124. For Lenny’s, Curly Lewis 104 game and Alma George a 103 right. bowled a 352 set with two games of game. Go to Guarding Point Lane 126. Steve Edwards rolled the high The Lively Oaks Girls won three set of 365 with games of 142 and games against Young Country when and bear left and go two-tenths 119. Chuck Morris had a 119 game Jean Reynolds bowled a 341 set of the mile to a right turn and Lenny Dawson a 116 game. with games of 113 and 130. Nancy where the road be comes gravel. High game: Lee Gill, 182; Lacy Carter had a 332 set with games of Follow the gravel road to the Rose, 168; John Forrester, 164; 113 and 121. Patsy Headley rolled Wayne Condrey, 158; John Hollowell, a 307 set with a 121 game, Becky preserve en trance. 156. Thrift a 310 set with games of 101 The parking area is two- High set: Lacy Rose, 408; Wayne and 116 and Lynn Gordon had a 108 tenths of a mile past the pre- Condrey, 404; Curly Lewis, 402; Lee game. For Young Country, Theresa serve entrance sign. Gill, 400; Steve Edwards, 394. Davis had a 333 set with games of High team game: Evans, 546; The 102, 112 and 119. Cathy Savalina Oaks, 512; D&L, 510; Lenny’s, 506; bowled a 322 set with a 132 game. Cap’n John’s, 494; H&W, 484. JoAnne Paulette rolled two games High team set: Evans, 1,519; The of 105 and Linda Lake had games Oaks, 1,456; Cap’n John’s, 1,414; of 102 and 104. Bridge Lenny’s, 1,410; D&L, 1,396; H&W, High average: Theresa Davis, 111; 1,387. Lynn Gordon, 110; Linda Lake and High average: Wayne Condrey, 121; Donna Thomas, 109. Results Lee Gill, Louis Coates and Johnny Standings Evans, 119; Curly Lewis, 117. W L Standings Young Country 17 10 The regular monthly sand- W L J. C. Marsh 15 12 The Oaks Restaurant 31 17 Cap’n Red’s Seafood 15 12 wich bridge at the Woman’s Evans Bowling Center 29 19 Callis Seafood 14 13 Club of White Stone was held D&L Marine Const. 24 24 Lively Oaks Girls 14 13 March 5. Lenny’s Auto Repair 22 26 Yeatman’s Forklift 14 13 Chairman Ginger Philbrick H&W Painting 22 26 N.N. Surgical Services 13 14 Cap’n John’s 16 32 R. P. Waller 6 21 and her committee of Ann Harris, Nancy Lee, Lorraine Kahan, Barbara Bernhardt, Linda Jennings, Carolyn Reed Fishing club sets meeting and Mary Nivin Stover pre- The Deltaville Chapter of the Brown will tell about her expe- pared the luncheon. Coastal Conservation Association rience as well as her expertise Dolly Abel had high score of Virginia will meet at 5 p.m. in catch ing big red and black and Flo Gentry placed second. April 22 at Taylor’s Restaurant in drum. Rita Conkle won the door Deltaville. Other business includes an prize. The program begins at 7 p.m. update on the CCAVA men haden Sandwich bridge is held the with a presentation by Carolyn initiative for new regulations first Friday of every month at Brown, the new owner of the regarding fl ounder and rockfi sh. the clubhouse in White Stone. Virginia state record rockfi sh, To attend, including dinner, call Call Carolyn Reed at 435-6207 a whopping 63-pound striper. 779-0436, or 776-0762. to place a reservation for the May 7 luncheon.
Five-and-a-half tables of dupli- cate bridge were in play March 30 at the Woman’s Club of White Stone. Winners north/south were fi rst, Ilva Doggett and Kay Williams; and second, Al Jodrey and Char- Jett’s Marine, Inc. lie Smith. Family owned and operated since 1929 Winners east/west were fi rst, 18477 Northumberland Highway Jane Hughes and Mary Andrews; second, Judy Peifer and Virginia Reedville, Virginia 22539 Adair; and third, Mary John Gil- 804-453-3611 christ and Dianne Monroe. The next bridge for this group email: [email protected] • www.jettsmarine.com is April 14, at 1 p.m.
Six tables of duplicate bridge were in play April 1 at Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club. Winners north/south were fi rst, Dianne Monroe and Babs Murphy; and second, Norma Drinnon and Barbara Hubbard. Winners east/west were fi rst, Mary John Gilchrist and Barbara Bryant; and second, Joy Straughan and Helen Kinne. The next bridge for this group is April 29 at 1 p.m. A14 • Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 RFM tourney hole-in-one 435-1701 .... this number will get you places! Marine Construction prize is a John Deere Gator DOCKS • BULKHEADING • JETTIES • BOATHOUSES RIP RAP • BACKHOE WORK • LOT CLEARING The Reedville Fishermen’s FREE ESTIMATES AND PERMIT DRAWINGS Museum recently announced the L.D. Barnes donation of a special hole-in-one prize for the10th annual golf tour- P. O. Box 213, White Stone, Virginia 22578 nament. Office: (804) 435-6097 • Home: (804) 435-3016 A 2004 John Deere Gator, 25 Years in Business valued at $5,500 has been donated We Aim To Please by Rappahannock Trac tor of Kilmarnock as a hole-in-one prize for Hole #13, “The Gator Hole.” The tournament is May 7 at Indian Creek Yacht and Coun try Club and is limited to 25 teams of GreenShore Solutions four or a total of 100 participants. Proceeds benefi t the educational Ecological Restoration and programs of the museum. The tournament day begins Erosion Control with check-in at 7:30 a.m. and Marshgrass Buffer Planting access to the driving range. The format is a modifi ed captain’s and Wetland Construction choice with an 8:30 a.m. shot- gun start. Following play on the 18-hole course, a catered lun- Call now for estimate on spring planting cheon will be served and prizes will be awarded in the categories Phone: 580-2576 or 436-8819; of team low scores in each fl ight, cellular 761-7197 longest drives for both men and women and straight est drive. Advance registration of $220 per foursome or $55 per individ- ual player closes April 28. After that, fees increase to $260 or INTRODUCING $65. Registration in cludes unlim- ited range balls, golf cart, on- course snacks and beverages and lunch. Mulli gans and powerballs are available for $5 each. For registration forms, call 453-6529 or email rfm staff@ Don Robertson of Rappahannock Tractor Co. displays a 2004 John Deere Gator. crosslink.net. Leukemia Cup 2004 events planned The Southern Chesapeake Leu- fi tters will again lead the tour 6:30 p.m. on June 30, at Fishing boats will be ex citing to watch as kemia Cup Regatta, pre sented and provide kayaks for those who Bay Yacht Club and the “Leuke- observers get a chance to see sev- by SunTrust, returns for a sixth need them. Registration fees are mia Cup Junior Sail-a-thon” for eral rare and treasured vessels, season. The highlight is Regatta $25 for singles, $50 for tandems. elementary school-aged children, many of them restored to pris tine Weekend in Deltaville July 9 and The Southern Chesapeake also at Fishing Bay Yacht Club, condition. 10. Power Leukemia Cup Poker Run on June 24. Registration fees for sailors are The Leukemia Cup Regatta is May 22, beginning at 10 a.m. at “Regatta Weekend” opens with $100 for fund-raising boats and campaign opens with a Regatta The Tides in Irving ton. The fund- a welcome reception and auction $25 for racing-only boats. VIP/ Kick-Off Party at the Hope & raising goal is $25,000. Registra- at the Deltaville fi rehouse at 7 spectator boat tickets are $50, Glory Inn in Irvington April 29, tion fees are $100 for skippers p.m. July 9. which includes lunch and refresh- from 7 to 9 p.m. The Trick Dog and $25 for each crew member. Sailing on July 10 begins with ments. Cafe will provide food. “Leukemia Cup Regatta Night a light breakfast and skipper’s The top fund-raiser will be pre- The Christchurch Leukemia at the Ballpark” on June 19 fea- meeting at 8 a.m. VIP/spectator sented the Leukemia Cup Trophy Cup Junior Challenge sets sail tures a semi-pro base ball game boats will de part to watch the and an all-expenses-paid Carib- on the Rappahannock River at between the Deltaville Deltas and races at 10 a.m. Racing begins at bean cruise, sponsored by The Christchurch School at 10 a.m. Freder icksburg Meadow Farms 11 a.m. Moorings. Several other incen- May 8. at 7:30 p.m. There will be door A new addition to the fl eet this tives are also planned. Also on May 8, a Leukemia prizes, an exciting raffl e and other year is a Classic Yacht Class, The “Grand Gala and Awards Cup Kayak Tour of Urbanna fun activities. Tickets are $4. featuring wooden sail boats and Ceremony” on the evening of Creek begins at 9 a.m. Jan and Other events in June include others more than 25 years old. July 10 will be at Stingray Harbor Shawn Towne of Bay Trails Out- an “Arts at Fishing Bay Party” at Organizers believe this group of Marina in Deltaville. Refresh Registration due for 4-H camp The deadline to register for 4-H land counties will camp together camp is May 1. from June 14 to 18. The camp provides a fun-fi lled The camp is open to all boys The Tartan Golf Course week with campfi res, new friends, and girls ages 9 to 13. The cost is canoeing, games and learning at $140 for all meals, lodging, pro- the Jamestown 4-H Center on the grams and trans portation. Finan- The Tartan Golf Course, located near Historic Christ Church in James River near Williamsburg. cial aid is available. Youth of Northumberland, Lan- For more information, call Weems, is celebrating over 40 years of providing The Northern caster, Richmond and Westmore- 462-5780 or 580-5694. Neck with quality golf. This traditional design offers all levels of golfers fun and challenges. For a limited time The Tartan will offer yearly memberships with specials in initiation fees to new members. Take advantage of Sir Guy Campbell’s dream.
Amenities: St. Andrews Grille (Member Dinners and Specials) The Quinton Oaks Ladies Golf Association holds an organiza- Tournament program (Adult Men, Women, and Juniors) tional meeting. Discounts in Golf Shop • Men and Women Play Days Club Golf No Monthly Dues • Single and Family Cart Plans Grandchildren under 17 included in Family Membership ICYCC 18-holers PGA Golf Professional • Fully stocked Golf Shop On March 30, the Indian Creek Yacht and Country Club 18-hol- ers held a spring lun cheon. Lois Spence introduced guest Initiation Fees Waived speaker Rose Hunter, president -Limited Time- of the women’s division of the Virginia State Golf Association. Chairman Ginny Alm wel- The Tartan Golf Course comed new members and the executive board vice charman Seek Tradition Lou Swats, secretary Mary Ellen Swarts, treasurer Pat Susan and From left, Rose Hunter and past chairman Nancy Galloway. Ginny Alm enjoyed the recent Golf pro Kevin Aines spoke on Indian Creek Yacht and Coun- Wednesday clinics. try Club 18-holers organi- Quinton Oaks ladies zational luncheon. The Quinton Oaks Ladies Golf Association held an team was Jack Johnson, Dick or ganizational meeting March Rounds, Pete Conway and Dave 31. Ruble. President Darlene Bean Craig Callahan, Billy Hud- in troduced the offi cers and com- son, Bob Alm and Fred Spei dell mittee members for the upcom- were second; Myers Cog gin, ing 18-hole league sea son. Dick O’Brien, Woody Woodard ICYCC men and Charles Mc Grath, third; On April 3, the men’s open ing Emerson Gravatt, Bill Durham, breakfast and scramble was held Dick Davis and Joe Forshaw, with 60 players. The for mat was fourth; and Jack Blunt, Joe a blind draw team scramble. Dugan, Herb Vaughan and Joe Shooting a 67, the winning Brown, fi fth.
THE RECORD ONLINE www.rrecord.com 633 St. Andrews Lane • Weems, Virginia • 804-438-6200 From the front Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 • A15 Band Boosters raise funds, plan sales LANCASTER—The Lancaster ing, Creston Saunders Corp., Bay High School Band Boosters held Internists, A Friend, House of their fi rst fund-raiser on March 28 Music, Basic Accounting, David with a “basket bingo” at the Upper W. Humphreys CPA, Sherry Ran- Lancaster Ruritan Center. The sone, investment executive with event grossed $1,640.70 which Davenport and Company, Beat- will go towards sending the Red ley Custom Cabinets and Pittco Devils Band to London to per- Inc. Many thanks also to the par- form in the 2005 New Year’s Day ents of band students who helped parade. with “Basket Bingo” and do nated The Band Boosters thank Jef- baked goods for the concession frey Haywood and Joe Hecht stand. for helping them pre pare for the The next fund-raiser will take event. They also thank the Upper place at Farm and Home Supply Lancaster Volunteer Fire Depart- every Saturday in April and May ment members, Heads Up Hair- from 8 to 11 a.m. They will sell works for donating an Easter hot ham biscuits, muffi ns, hot basket of hair supplies and coffee and orange juice. All funds Rhonda Winegar for do nating LHS band director Robbie Spiers and Band Boosters fund-rais- raised will go towards the trip to a Longaberger basket for raffl e ing chairman Sherry Ransone plan events to raise money for the London. The band boosters also prizes, The Oaks Restaurant in trip to London. will participate in the Menokin Lively for donat ing hamburgers, Americana Music Festival on hot dogs and buns for the conces- They also thank the follow ing April 24. They will serve Philly Diane Sanders (left) was presented with a plaque by White Rhonda Winegar, Lively Drug sion stand, and the Ruritan mem- who donated a Longaberger Co., Delmarva Septic Solutions, cheese steak subs and cold Stone Mayor Lloyd B. Hubbard last week. The town council bers for use of their building. basket for each bingo game: drinks. recognized Sanders for her dedication and perseverance in the Samuel H. George, Lee’s Paint- effort to build a community playground and tennis court in town, which were also named for her. County hearing docket includes eight items HEATHSVILLE—Exten- Marina is requesting a zoning pays more per citizen than any Norman Scott of Rappahan- sions, exceptions and revisions ordinance change to remove all of the surrounding counties. nock Community College will will be considered by the Nor- references to a three-story limit During the afternoon busi- also be presenting budget thumberland County on buildings. The planning ness session, Allyn Gemerek requests. supervisors tonight (April 8). commission recom mended that of Bay Aging, school superin- The afternoon session begins Public hearings on eight mat- the board of su pervisors tendent Clint Stables and at 2 p.m. at the courthouse. ters begin at 7 p.m. in the courts approve the request. building at 69 Judicial Place. The county staff has also rec- Wade and Susan Zimbro are ommended that the board revise seeking an after-the-fact per- height regulations in the light mit to establish an apartment industrial district, primar ily in in their Wicomico Church Reedville and Mundy Point. office building. The building Incorporating three amend- also houses Middle Bay Realty ments, the change would create and several other businesses. standard setback criteria for Dwellings in business zones buildings between 35 and 45 require special permits. feet. Buildings taller than 45 The preliminary design stage for the future White Stone town John Jennings plans to feet would be considered on a offi ce on Rappahannock Drive is rendered in this drawing by ex pand his boat yard on case-by-case basis. architect William D. Prillaman. The drawing and preliminary Cockrell’s Creek near Fairport Following the hearings, John plans were reviewed for future consideration last week by the by 20 slips and 170 feet. A Rellick of Rappahannock Legal White Stone town council. similar permit expired. He is Services will address the board request ing a special exceptions regarding his new office hours W White Stone . . . . (continued from page A1) permit. in Northumberland. James and Sharon-Rose Last autumn, the board to a public meeting room. ing to turn around near the Robert Fleming seek an exception to denied Rellick’s request for However, Johnson questioned O. Norris Bridge. the Bay Act to complete a additional funding in part the size of the meeting room, Kent said the police department house on Cockrell’s Creek that because the services were dif- which was not speci fi ed. recently received a $1,500 grant they started prior to the Bay ficult for citizens to access. “The only question is how large from the Virginia Department of Act. The foundation, which While the new office hours may the meeting room is,” said John- Motor Vehicles for a police car has already been constructed, make it easier for the county’s son, who added that he would video camera system with cord- is partially within the 50-foot poorest citizens to use the legal like to see it ac commodate up to less micro phone for recording resource protection area. aid service, Northumberland’s 75 people. communi cations outside of the James Dunn of Deep Water supervisors say the county still Council requested that a car. 972-square-foot portion previ- Council asked Kent to re search ously reserved for a sublease laws pertaining to the operation offi ce be reduced to provide for of motorized scoot ers and lawn Kilmarnock sets hearings more meeting room area in the mowers on Beach Road after 3,000-square-foot building. council re ceived a complaint for rezoning of 33 acres ‘Blue’ to be raffl ed Police about ac tivity potentially danger- ous to children. KILMARNOCK—Public ings, townhouses, tourist homes, Carver John Trescott sells Chief-of-police Ryan Kent hearings on a request to re zone 33 professional offi ces, offi ce build- tickets for a chance on reported the resignation of one Other action acres in Kilmarnock will begin ings and possible mixed uses. “Blue” to Karen Burke of of the town’s three part-time offi - In other action, council set next week. The parcel is on The town planning commis- Burke’s Jewelers in Kil- cers, Chris Bryant, who is moving public hearings on May 6 at the James B. Jones Memorial High- sion will hold a public hearing on marnock. “Blue,” the hand- out-of-state. Council convened in town offi ce concerning a request way between Black Stump Road the request next Tuesday, April carved blue heron (right), closed session to discuss hiring by Jennifer and Donald McCann and Cox’s Farm Road. 13, at 7 p.m. in the town offi ce at was donated to the New- a replacement, but no action was to rezone the Parker Estate house Leland Corporation presi dent 514 North Main Street. some’s Lunch Bunch Relay reported. neighbor ing Lawler Real Estate H. Lee Self fi led the ap plication Another hearing will be held for Life team raffl e to Kent reported the arrests of on Rappahannock Drive. to rezone the Goldie C. Farrell on April 19 when the town coun- ben efi t the American Can- Timothy M. Jones, 33, of Lan- The McCanns seek to rezone property from resi dential use for cil considers the re quest and the cer Soci ety. Tickets are $1 caster on April 1 on charges of the property from resi dential use single-family dwellings (R-1) to planning com mission’s recom- each. Tickets are available felony third offense driving under to commercial use for offi ce space medium-density residential use mendation. at Newsome’s Restaurant the infl uence of alcohol, driving and add a second fl oor to the (R-2). Documents related to the appli- in Burgess, Alley Cafe in under a suspended li cense and structure. The application lists pro posed cation may be viewed at the town Kil marnock and from team speeding, and George H. McNeal The town planning commis- uses to include single-family offi ce Monday through Friday members. III, 62, of Reedville on April 6 by sion’s public hearing begins at 6 dwellings, multi-family dwell- from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Richmond County authorities on p.m. and the town council’s hear- a White Stone charge of making a ing follows at 7 p.m. threatening phone call and felony Council also authorized the probation vio lation. town manager to seek estimates W Celebrate Easter . . . . (continued from page A1) Kent also reported a mis- for an audit review of town demeanor arrest on a Lancaster fi nances by local com panies. Trin ity Episcopal Church. sunrise service at 6:30 a.m. at the end hold an Easter sunrise service at 6 a.m. County warrant, a reckless driv- Hubbard said the audit review is • A Good Friday service be gins at 5 p.m. of Route 222 on Carters Creek. The sing- at 752 Tranquillity Road, Tides on the ing charge for driving 80 mph in a requirement for the town to be at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church. ing of hymns, the of fering of prayers, Chesapeake. Follow the signs on Gaskins a 45-mph zone, and a motorcycle considered for mu nicipal bond Saturday, April 10 the scripture reading and meditation will Beach Road, east to Tranquillity Road. A accident in which the rider sus- issues for projects like water and • The Student Ministries of Coan Baptist extend some 30 minutes. Fol lowing wor- Flower Cross service and Sunday School tained a hip injury after attempt- sewer devel opment. Church invites all children to an Easter ship, a continental breakfast will be follow at 9:30 a.m. at the church. fel lowship at 10 a.m. Partici pants will served in the church fellowship hall. A • Heathsville United Methodist Church take a fun look at the real meaning tra ditional Easter service begins at 11 will hold an Easter sunrise service at 6 Bresett to chair NNE of Easter and enjoy recreational activi- a.m. in the church sanc tuary. a.m. at the Mallard Bay Club house. The ties. Lunch will be provided. Coan Bap- • The Angel Visit Baptist Church in Rev. James B. Godwin is the preacher. An Chris Bresett again will chair mittee will host its annual oyster tist Church is at 2068 Coan Stage Road Dunnsville will hold an Easter sunrise Easter Eucharist will be cele brated at 10 the committee for The Northern roast, and there will be another between Heathsville and Lottsburg. service at 6 a.m. Following the ser vice, a.m. at the church. Neck Entertains, a series of 15 road rally with clues leading to a • The Easter Bunny arrives at 2 p.m. on breakfast will be served in the church fel- • A Holy Eucharist: Rite I service begins social gatherings to benefi t the surprise destination. the Elva C. at the Reedville Fishermen’s lowship hall. at 8 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church. The Rappahannock Westminster-Can- Individual parties are Mu seum. An Easter egg hunt fol lows on • White Stone United Methodist Church Flowering of the Cross and Presentation terbury Foundation Fellowship un derwritten by area hosts and the grounds of the museum and neighbor- will hold an Easter sunrise service at of Mite Boxes begin at 9 a.m., followed Fund. Planning has already begun hostesses and range from bridge ing Bethany United Methodist Church. 6 a.m. in the Memorial Garden. Rev. by a Holy Eucharist: Rite II service at for the 12th season. and mahjong luncheons to water- Refreshments will be served. Richard Newlon of Maple Grove Baptist 9:15 a.m. and a Holy Eu charist: Rite I “We had a good fi rst meet ing side dinner parties with culinary • A traditional Easter egg hunt will Church is the preacher. The service will service at 11 a.m. and people are raring to go,” said themes. be held at 10 a.m. at Grace Episcopal move indoors if it rains. Re freshments • Easter Sunday Mass will be repeated at Bresett. “We are very enthusias- The full complement of events Church. will be served fol lowing the service. 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. at Saint Francis tic about this year, and hopefully will be described in NNE book- • An Easter egg hunt will be held at 10 a.m. • Hopewell United Methodist Church will de Sales Catholic Church. we won’t have another Isabel.” lets, to be mailed in August. at Claybrook Baptist Church in Weems. hold an Easter sunrise service at 6:30 • A Holy Eucharist and ser mon will Although the committee enjoys Guests for each occa sion will be • An Easter Saturday Vigil will be a.m. at 2836 Ridge Road in Lan caster. be delivered at 11:15 a.m. at St. developing new ideas for parties, chosen lottery-style from those observed at 7 p.m. at Saint Francis de • Kilmarnock United Methodist Church Mary’s Whitechapel Episcopal Church. tradition mandates that favorites who apply for places. Anyone Sales Catholic Church. will hold an Easter sunrise service at An Easter egg hunt for children follows be repeated. For certain, the com- wishing to be added to the mail- • A Holy Saturday Liturgy will be deliv- 6:30 a.m. at the Alexandria Police Youth the ser vice. ing list should call Linda Reeves ered at 10 a.m. at St. Mary’s Whitechapel Camp. Easter morning services will also • A Holy Eucharist and ser mon will be at RW-C at 438-4013. Epis copal Church. be held at the church at 9 and 11 a.m. delivered at 9:30 a.m. at Trinity Episco- Rappahannock Record Committee members are Susan Sunday, April 11 • The Tibitha Church of God will hold pal Church. An Easter egg hunt for chil- Deadlines Beauchamp, Jenny Boyenga, Sue • Queen Esther Baptist Church in Lan- an Easter sunrise service at 6 a.m. at The dren follows the ser vice. Broadway, Hoppie Cockrell, Gables in Reedville. The service moves • A Festival Eucharist begins at 8:45 a.m. Display advertising: caster will hold an Easter sunrise service Kathleen Hansen, Anne Marie at 7 a.m. A fellowship breakfast follows indoors if it rains. Breakfast follows at and 11 a.m. at St. Stephens Episcopal Monday at 5 p.m. Jones, Barbara Shanklin, Pat Wil- and regular morning services will be held the church. A 10 a.m. worship service Church. Classified advertising: lett, Sue Woodard and Patsy at 11 a.m. features an Easter can tata by Heaven • Bethel-Emmanuel United Methodist Blackwell, previous chairman and Tuesday at noon • Coan Baptist Church will hold an Easter Bound Kids. Church will hold an Easter sunrise ser- liaison from the RW-C Founda- sunrise service on Honest Point in Lotts- • Lighthouse Baptist Church will hold an vice at 6:30 a.m. at the Weakley residence News with photos and tion board. burg at 6:30 a.m. Take Lake Road to Easter sunrise service at 6 a.m. at the in Morattico. for calendar listing: The Fellowship Fund pro vides Honest Point Road and fol low it to the home of Billy and Bootsie Burgess in • Hartswell Baptist Church and Holy Tab- Tuesday at 11 a.m. fi nancial assistance to qualifi ed end. The service will be held where the Fairport. A caravan will as semble at the ernacle of God will hold an Easter sun- residents or potential residents for All other news: Coan and Potomac rivers meet. A conti- church at 5:30 a.m. to go to the Burgess rise service at 7 a.m. at Hartswell. entrance or monthly residential home. Breakfast follows at the church. • Wesley Presbyterian Church will hold a Tuesday at 2 p.m. nental breakfast will be served. The ser- fees. It also supports the West- vice will move indoors if it rains. Sunday school will be held at 10 a.m., Resurrection Ser vice at 9 a.m. The annual email: [email protected] bury Club, RW-C’s adult day pro- • Campbell Memorial Presbyterian followed by a worship service at 11 a.m. Easter egg hunt at 3 p.m. will be followed 804-435-1701 gram open to RW-C residents and Church in Weems will hold an Easter • Bethany United Methodist Church will by a covered dish supper. the community. A16 • Rappahannock Record, Kilmarnock, Va. • April 8, 2004 W Friends . . . . (continued from page A1) textures of award winning Vir- ginia wines with a variety of chocolate delicacies. Excite the Senses “It was a surprising suc cess,” said Hollingsworth, who pro- motes Virginia wines that White Fences’ aspires to emulate at every opportunity. “Virginia is one of the most exciting wine producing re gions in the United States to day,” Hol- lingsworth said. Scientifi c tech- niques and modern pesticides, coupled with a grape-friendly cli- mate and visionary vintners, have enabled Virginia to emerge as a prominent vinifera grape grow- ing state. “Virginia went from 6 wineries in 1980 to 80 in 2003. That’s an increase of 1,250 percent,” said Hollingsworth. Virginia wines are continu ing to win national and inter national acclaim, he added. Powered by Honda A friends event in September Four Stroke featured a presen tation by White Outboards. Fence’s wine making consultant Michael Shapps on the state of the Virginia wine industry, along with a guided tasting of high qual- ity Bordeaux-style wines from the Shenandoah region. The wine tasting was coupled with a hoe- down weeding party the follow- ing morning, as Friends were invited to as sist with the removal of un wanted vegetation around the base of the vines prior to the planting of a fall cover crop of fescue. Friends members are kept informed of vineyard progress by IT’S ALL ABOUT POWER. a colorful picture-laden quarterly newsletter fi lled with informative yet friendly technical informa- tion on vineyard highlights, set- backs, and expectations. Topics range from the use of roses as indi cator plants for black rot and grow tubes as mini-greenhouse shelters to the effects of pesky predators on young vines and the history of viticulture in Virginia. White Fences welcomes Jett’s anyone to join Friends of the Vineyard for an annual mem- bership fee of $100 per person. To join or renew membership, Marine, Inc. mail a check payable to White Family owned and operated since 1929 Fences, P.O. Box 677, Irvington, email: [email protected] VA 22480. Direct inquiries to www.jettsmarine.com 18477 Northumberland Hwy. [email protected] or friends@ whitefenceswinery.com Reedville, Virginia 22539 (804) 453-3611 Conditions are good for kites To Place Your Ad Tanner Steensma of Weems enjoyed last weekend’s windy con- * Compared to comparably sized 2-stroke outboards at trolling speed. ditions by fl ying a kite in a Kilmarnock fi eld. (Photo by Robb Call 435-1701 Always wear a personal flotation device while boating and read your owner’s manual. Hoff) ©2004 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Jett’s Marine, Inc. Family owned and operated since 1929 18477 Northumberland Hwy. Reedville, Virginia 22539 (804) 453-3611 email: [email protected] www.jettsmarine.com
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