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The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
JEWRY PREPARES
 1O-YEAR PROGRAM
Servic e to Democracy Chief Motive of New Na-
 tiOnWide Movement

AS step in the 10 year program of service to democracy by all mem bers of the Union of American Hebrew congregations and its aff1I- ates, the union has joined the Gen. tral conference of American Rabbis in appointing new joint national committee on ceremonials to guide stimulate experimentation in the creation and observance of Jewish cerebonials for synagogue and home, according to an announcement just made 8 he Cincinnati office of he union.
 Union work in this committee or ganized to use timely ideas Jewish services is a part of the new pro- gram, Rabbi Jacoob D. Schwarz, di- rectir of synagogue activities for he union, explained. The program of service on civic enterprise as well as in the synagogue will reach a climax in the unions 18th anniversary eel ebrotion in 1948.
 we recognize that current trends are vitalized by contact with relg- ious idealism," the director con- tinued. ''The synagogue can give srength to democracy by focusing the attention of is members on pres ent day problems as its share in service."
 Four members of the committee appointed by the central conference, a neural body representing liberal American rabbis, are: Dr. James G Heller of Cincinnati, O.; Israel Bet tan of Cincinnati, O. Rabbi Abra- ham J. Feldman of Hartford, Conn and Rabbi Louis Witt of Dayton, c
 The U.A.H.C. has appointed four members: Rabbi Emil W. Leipziger of New Orleans, La; Rabbi Jacob P. Rudik of Great Neck, L. l.; Dr. George zepin of Cincinnati, O. and Rabbi Jacob D. Schwarz of Cincin- nati. O.
 The union, national organization Of liberal American Jewish congre- gations, which was founded in 1873 by Dr. Isaac M. Wise, will hold it's 36th biennial council in Cincinna ti, January 15-19, 1889. Union affihates, the National Federation of Temple Sisterhoods and the National Feder- tion of Temple Brotherhoods will have biennial meetings in conjunc- ton with the union assembly. Tenn pie youth will also gather in Cincin- nati for the frs national youth con- vention, Jan. 14-15.
 The joint committee on ceremo- nials will act as clearing house for new ceremonials. Suggestions com- ing for the committee will be relayed to all union congregations in a supplement to The Synagogue, monthly publication of the union.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Extra Policemen On
 Traffic Duty Tonight
 For Anticipated Rush
Chamber of Commerce Assures Merchants of Police Departments Eagerness to Assist Shopping
 Crowds Homes to Be Watched

Police will do everything possible to cooperate with merchants and shoppers during the rush period from now till Christmas, Supt. Will liam J. Roach said today. Extra po- lice will be on duty tonight in the downtown area, as stores remain open till 9 o'clock.
 Extra Police
 Extra men will be assigned to duty at traffic intersections and crosswalks Saturday night, and every night next week, when stores are likewise open till g. Plainclothes- men have also been assigned to duty in stores to prevent shoplifting.
 Supt. Roach also announced to- day that extra motor patrolmen will patrol streets about the city to prevent speeding and reckless driv- ing during the heavy traffic of the holiday season.
 Merchants have been informed through the Waterbury Chamber of Commerce that police will cooperate fully with store owners in handling crowds, transferring money and per- forming other duties.
 Precautions
 Supt, Roach today advised the following precautions:
 When leaving for the shopping trip-in the daytime;
 l. Never leave valuable clothing, furS or rugs on the line when you are going out. They may not be there when you return.
 3. Carefully examine the defenses of your home. Be positive that all doors and windows are locked. If not the house may be found ran- sacked on your return.
 If leaving for shopping at night;
 l. Leave light burning in the house; turn of your porch light.
 2. Do not pull down window shades.
 3. Do not leave your key under the mat, over the door or in the mail box. This suggestion is for any time of the day or night you are absent from your home. 1
 4. Be sure that all doors and windows are securely locked. Get in the habit of double-locking the doors.
 6. Close the garage doors; open garage doors reveal your absence.
 6. Do not leave notes indicating the time you will return.
 While downtown shopping these suggestions, if carried out, will prove effective:
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
CONTINUANCES
 GRANTED DRIVERS
Four Have Cases Post poned By Judge Conway
 Until Monday

Five drivers charged with viola tions of the motor vehicle laws were given continuances by Judge T. E. Conway in city court today.
 Continuances to Monday were given Salvatore Calvo, 26, of 326 South Main street, charged with violating the rules of the road; Eu- gene Ricciardelh, 9, of Milldale, charged with reckless driving; Jer- ry Brown, 38, of Fuller street, charged with driving without li- cense; and Kenneth Farrow, 19, of 90 Highlawn street, charged with reckless driving.
 A continuance to the 27th was given Louis Freedman, 59, of 178 South Main street, charged with speeding.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
LUTHER LEACUERS
 PLAN XMASPARTY
Blue Team, Membership Contest Winners, to Be
 Guests Tomorrow

Christmas customs in other lands will be presented at Christmas party of the Luther League of Zion Evangelical Lutheran church in the church parlors tomorrow evening of this week. Guests of honor at this occasion will be the blue team, win ners in an attendance and member ship contest held during the past year.
 Refreshments will be served by members of the losing teams, the reds, the golds and the whites. The committees in charge plan to have Christmas decorations and ask everyone to bring ten cent gift. Carl H. Thompson, president of the league, is in general charge of ar- engagements assisted by the following committee heads: George E. Ericson, Mrs. Roland Palmer, and Everett Grahn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Police Planning to Safeguard Christmas Shoppns
Barbieris Hosts
 To NaUaI Guest.

John B. Smith, Yeonnan Sec Ond Class, U. s. Navy, attached to and serving on board the U. s. s. Falcon, a submarine res- cue vessel based at the subma- rine base, New London, Conn, arrived in this city yesterday for a two weeks vacation.
 Smith is staying at the home of MT. and Mrs. Steve Barbieri, of 60 South Elm street, parents of the late Louis R. Barbieri, whose body he escorted from the U. s. Naval Hospital, Mare Island, California.
 "Smitty," as he is commonly called, was recently selected to take the advanced stenOgra- pher's and secretariaI course at the Stenographer's School U. s. Naval Destroyer Base, San Diego, Calf, after success fully competing with other men of similar rating, and is sched- uled to appear at the school on the 2nd of January, the start of the school curriculum.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15

1. Hold your purse tightly while walking on the streets or it may be taken by purse Snatchers before you realize it.
 2. Do not leave your purse on counters while examining merchant disc. It may be stolen before you realize it.
 3. If you have brought your car downtown and are placing your bundles in it while you shop make sure that the doors of the car are locked. If you are careless in not locking your car you may find your bundles gone when you return.
 The police department makes the following plea:
 To the Motorists Please use ex- tra caution while driving through the shopping district. Cooperate with the police by beng Careful Driver"
 To the Pedestrian-Use the cross- walks. Observe the signals of the officers placed at these locations for your protection. Cooperate with the police by being a "Safe Walker"
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Frank Cruess, 7I, Struck By Auto On
 West Main Street

Frank Cruess, n, of 52 wan street, suffered minor injuries at 9:3O this morning when. struck by an automobile while crossing West Main street, from the Green to Leayenwgrth street. MT. Cruess, a prominent local merchant, is president and treasurer of Frank Cruess dss Sons Co.
 Motor PatrOIman Thomas Bedding reported that MT. Cruess walked into the side of an automobile operated by Ed- ward J. Lane, B, of 50 HiIIvieW avenue. Lane was not held.
 MT. Cruess was taken to St Mary's hospital, where he was given treatment for a lacera- ton over the left eye.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
CHAMBER STAFF
 ENJOYS SOCIAL

Staff members of the Waterbury Chamber of Commerce and the Wa terbury Credit Rating Bureau held their annual Christmas party last night at the Elton. Among the guests of honor were Harry Liebes- kind, president of the Chamber of Commerce; David B. Meth, chair man of the Credit Rating bureau; and Frank Green, secretary of the Chamber of Commerce.
 Also attending were: Misses Ber- nice Kolet, Margaret ODonnell, Margaret Kelley, Mildred Hebert, Marie Mullen, Barbara Dickens, Muriel McDuff, Helen Lang, Alta Francher, Peggy Blake, Margery Comber, Mrs. Frank Green and Mrs. John Lawley.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
On Committee

Two Waterbury men, Charles Nulty of the Diamond Ginger Ale and John Barry of Quality Liquors are members of the committee of arrangements.
 About three hundred are expected to attend the dinner-meeting. At torney- -General-elec Francis Pallot- ti of Hartford, William Berkinshaw of the Federal Alcohol administra- tion, Frank Bergin of the state n- quor commission and Superior Court Judge P. B. O'Sullivan will address the gathering.
 Dr. Sturges is a former dean of Yale Law School. His work in con- nection with the National Distillers Institute has been outstanding and has won for Dr. Sturges the esteem and respect of the entire liquor in- dustry. He served in the capacity of arbitrator of the Connecticut Wholesale Liquor Dealers Associa- tion, Inc.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
METHODIST WOMEN PLAN HAM SUPPER
POllyanna Class to Serve St. Paul's Guests To-
 morrow Evening

A fresh ham supper and Christ mas sale will be sponsored by St. Paurs M. E. church on East Farms street tomorrow evening between 5 and 7:30 o'clock.
 Mrs. John Moshier will be in charge of the kitchen, assisted by Mrs. Jane Lockhart, Mrs. Robert Kiersted, Mrs. August Paul, Mrs. Theodore Kirsch. Mrs. Henry KuntZ Mrs. Wilson Miller, Jr., and Mrs. Asa Smith.
 Tickets will be in charge of Mrs.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Canadian Legion

The Waterbury post of the Can- adian Legion and its auxiliary will sponsor a children's Christmas party Thursday night at 7:30 o'clock in the Canadian Legion hall on Bank street. Edward B. Peters anal Mrs. Sarah Gibson are in charge of arrangements. A New Years eve party is also planned.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Kitchener Post

A Christmas party for the chiI- dren of members of Lord Kitchener post auxiliary, British War Vet erans association, will be held De- cembeE 22 at , p. m. in the posts quarters on Scovill street. The ar- engagements committee includes Mrs. Susan Boyd, chairman; Mrs. George Crichton, Mrs. Helen Marshall and Mrs. Myra Marshall.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
DINNER ARRANGED
 FOR DIR. STURCES
Head of Distillers Institute Returning to State For
 Testimonial

Dr. Wesley A. 2Curges, head of the National Distillers Institute ir Washington, D. c. will be the chief guest of honor Friday evening when representatives of the Liquor Indus try of Connecticut, as well as of na- tionally known distillers and impor- ters gather for dinner at the Seven Gables Inn.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
TOY TRAIN SANITY BUILDER

London -(UP)-A toy electric train is helping to cure bad cases of schizophrenia at Wadsley Mental hospital, according to a report of the lunacy board. The board will repeat the experiment in other hos pitals, and are seeking some similar distraction for women patients.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15

Hugh Sutherland and the supply room will be directed by Mrs. Rob ert Bulk and Mrs. Lewis Sage. The office department will be handled by Mrs. Lillian Warner. Members of the Pollyanna class will have charge of the tables.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
TOLEDO BUSY OIL PORT

Toledo, O.-CUP)-Although no oil was handled through the port here 10 years ago, it is expected that 1898 shipments may top 100000 tons. Last year, more than 900,531 tons of oil products were handled in and out by lake freighters.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Behind The Lines
American Legion

Crporal Coyle auxiliary, Ameri- can Legion, held its annual Christ mas party last night after a bus mess meeting in the Legion home.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
Full Weather Report

Boston, Dec. 15 (UP)-Weather forecast:
 CONNECTICUT-F air tonight and Friday. Continued cold.
 MAINE, RHODE ISLAND and NJ MASSACHUSETTS, Fair tonight and Friday. Continued cold.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
ISLAND HAS MASS WEDDING

Miscouche, P.EI.-CUP)-Prince Edward Islands first mass we'd ding' has been celebrated here. Three couples were married at one ceremony at the St. John Baptist Roman Catholic church.
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15
STAGE DOOR"


 Stage Door,'I an Edna Ferber- George Kaufman play, will be pre- sented tonight and tomorrow eve- ming at the Waterbury Women's club by the Civic Theater. The produc- tion is expected to result in an unanimous verdict on the part of theater-goers to be the best all- around effort of the local theater group.
 Under the direction of James Fur ness an excellent cast of g, veterans and newcomers, have rehearsed most diligently for this particular show. A record attendance is ex- pected for both evenings.
 Fishermen must hereafter have
The Waterbury Democrat., 1938-12-15

Fishermen must hereafter have licenses to take their catches into Ireland.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

with short puffed sleeves. Her hat
was made on the same style as the
brides cap, but with a nose length
veil. She carried q bouquet of>yellow
roses
MIR. Edward McQueeney, brother
OF the bridegroom, was the best man,
while the ushers were Mr.. William
McQueeney. brother of the bride.
groom, and Mr.. William Butke, r.,
brother Of the bride.
Immediately after the ceremony
there was wedding breakfast at the
home Of the brides parents. The
bridal party received before the fire.
place in the living room, which was
banked with palms. On the mantel
were spring flowers and ferns. Mrs.
Dorothy Powers of Chevy Chase, d. c.,
wife of the late Representative Caleb
Powers Of Kentucky and an aunt OF
the bride, assisted at the buffet table.
Mrs. Butke wore wood violet crepe
dress Of street length made with
plated sleeves and waist. a black felt
hat and q corsage bouquet of gar
denias.
Mrs. McQueeny, mother of the
bridegroom, was in flowered crepe
dress with a navy blue background
and matching accessories and wore q
corsage bouquet Of roses.
The couple left on q wedding trip
to New York City and after a week
will make their home at 1349 Penn
sylvania avenue Sc, Washington
The bride wore for her travelling cos
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Miss Helen Butke,
Mr.. McQueeney
Wed Today.

|OUR LADY OF SORROWS Cath
olic Church in Takoma Park,
Nd. was the scene Of the wedding
this morning Of Miss Helen Marie
Butke. daughter Of Mr.. and Mrs. Will
liam Henry Butke of Takoma Park,
and Mr.. Thomas Hugh McQueeney,
son Of Mr.. and Mrs. William Nc
Queeney, also Of Takoma Park.
A nuptial mass was celebrated by
the Rev. Austin Healy following the
ceremony at o'clock. Vocal selec-
tions were sung and played by Miss
Lille Doering of Washington, who
also accompanied Miss Eva Owens
of Takoma Park, Md, who sang.
Large vases of pink gladioli and
lighted tapers formed effective decora-
tions on the altar, which was banked
with palms.
Escorted to the altar by her father.
the bride wore becoming gown of
white slipper satin made with a long
full skirt which fell into a three-yard
circular train. The tight bodice was
heart shaped about the low neckline
and the puffed sleeves. which tightened
from the elbows down, were pointed
over the wrists. Her only piece of
jeWelry was a long gold chain and
cross. Her veil Of illusion was shoulder
length and she wore face veil which
she lifted as she left the altar. 1t
was held in place by a bandeau of
tiny satin flowers and she carried a
bouquet of white roses and lilies of
the valley.
Miss Winifred johnson of Takoma
Park was the only attendant, wearing
a dress similar to that of the bride,
but in copper-color satin and made
Evening star., 1938-02-21
MANY MARRIAGES FOUND
UNRECORDED IN W, VA.
Ministers Blamed by County Clerk
for Failure to Return
Certificates.

WHEELING. w. Va. R.-County
Clerk Raymond Falland reported that
while you may have been married in
Ohio County, it's possible his Office
has no record of the ceremony-and
consequently the marital ties have
no legal status.
Falland blamed ministers, who. he
said. failed to make returns of Ger
tificates to his Office after the cere-
mony. He said:
There was one case in Marshall
County where priest died and the
administrator of the estate, another
priest, made the reports of all mar
riages not previously reported.
There were las marriages he had
not reported and many of these were
Evening star., 1938-02-21

~APT. AND MRS. JOHN H.
GIBBONS, who are spending
the midseason at Palm Beach,
were hosts at luncheon yes
terday, entertaining at the Bath and
Tennis Club. Their guests included
the former Assistant Secretary of the
Treasury, Mr.. Clarence Hewes, Mr.. and
Mrs. E. Victor Loew, M. and Mrs.
Harry Pelham Robbins and Mrs.
LIE Brun Rhinelander.
Mr.. and Mrs. Robert r. Hit of
New York, son and daughter-in-la law
of Mr.. and Mrs R. S. Reynolds Hit
of Washington, have gone to Palm
Beach, where they are members of a
house party being entertained by Mr..
and Mrs. Barclay M. Douglas. Mr.
and Mrs. Douglas were hosts at a
buffet luncheon yesterday for their
guests.
DR.. and Mrs. j. Breckenridge Bayne
have returned from a trip to New
York and Atlantic City, and will leave
soon for Miami and Boca Ration, Fla.
They will be accompanied by Mrs.
Bayne's mother, Mrs. William Evans
of Pittsburgh, Pa.
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Patrons Listed
For Benefit.

The Royal italian Ambassador and
Donna Matilde de Suvich head the
patronage list for the Marconi monu-
ment concert at the Raleigh Hotel
Wednesday night. The program will
be given by Angelo Pilotto, leading
baritone of the famous La Scala Opera
OF Milan, Italy, and Clelia Flora
vanti, popular Washington mezzo-
soprano.
Other patrons of the benefit in
clude Mrs. Robert Woods Bliss. Mrs.
Jouett Shouse. Mrs. Arthur j. Seaton,
Miss Emma T. Hahn. Col. and Mrs.
c. c. Schiffeler. Mrs. Huron w. Law
son, Miss Gretchen Hood, Mrs. Helen
Robichaux, Mrs Ann Wright and Miss
Elizabeth D'Aigle.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Benwood families, most of them hav-
ing husbands killed in the BenWood
mine disaster. They dated as far
back as 1914.
There had been numerous appli-
cations for copies of marriage GER
tificates by widows of the Benwood
mine explosion that could not supply
because there was no official record
of the marriage in my Office.
However. all priests must keep
their records and there was no real
danger in this instance, but II records
were not kept and the priest died
there would have been a serious sit
uation for some of these widows"
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Acacia Chapter
Pre.Lenten Dance.

Acacia Chapter, o. E. S., will hold
Its annual pre-Lenten dance and card
party in the grand ballroom of the
Wardman Park Hotel Thursday night
at 8 o'clock. This will be the fifth
annual affair of this kind by the chap
ter. Mrs. Alice Romer is in charge
Of the dance and Mrs. Leah Ebersole
heads the committee in charge of the
card tables
Evening star., 1938-02-21

tune q three-piece wooden suit In navy
blue with red specks, the coat having
q gray wolf collar: . navy blue straw
hat and matching accessories. She
also wore a corsage Of white roses
from the center Of her bridal bou-
quet.
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Speakers Are Listed.

Assistant States Attorney Waldo
Burnside OF Hyattsville, a former
Judge Of the Prince Georges County
Police Court, and County Legislator
Ralph w. Powers Of Calvert Hills will
address the Bladensburg District
Evening star., 1938-02-21
County Offices to Close.

ROCKVILLE. Md, Feb. 21 (SpeciaD
Tomorrow, Washington's birthday
anniversary, will be holiday for en-
ployes Of Montgomery County and
county commissioners will defer their
weekly meeting until Thursday.
Public schools Of the county, how
ever, will be in session, but will mark
the day with appropriate exercises.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

luncheon yesterday at the Alibi Club,
in Palm Beach, where she is spending
the midwinter.
Mr.. and Mrs George H. Bostwick,
son-in-law and daughter OF Mrs.
Merriam Curtis OF Washington, have
returned to their New York home after
spending some time at Aiken, S. c.
Mrs. J. Redmond Vose has come
from New York and is at the Shore
ham for months visit. She came
back from Europe in the fall, and eX-
poets to return there in June Mrs.
Vose spends some time at the Shore
ham each season and has many
friends in the Capital.
Mr.. and Mrs. F. J. Blaise, Chicago,
are stopping at the Hotel Raleigh
while visiting in the Capital.
Mrs. M. NJ Wells Of New York City
and her daughter. Miss Clara Wells,
are stopping at the Wardman Park
Hotel while in Washington for an in
definite stay.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Mr. and Mrs William Allen enter
tanned Thursday evening in celebra-
tion Of their 25th wedding anniversary
at their home in Takoma Park.
Mr.. and Mrs. Allen were married
In Nashville and Mrs Allen before her
marriage was Miss Ada Robertson.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Democratic Club tonight at 8 o'clock
in the fire house at Bladensburp.
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Social Notes
OF Nearby
Sections
London Visitor
Is Studying
4.H Clubs.

u y RS. ROBERT Fl. MOSLEY Of
Au London, England, is in Fair
fax, Va, to make study Of
the All Club work in the
county. which she expects to COM
pare with similar work among the
younger girls in England.
Mrs Lawrence Douglas, wife of
the commonwealth attorney of Ar
lington. is on three-week motor trip
through Florida.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Allen enter
tanned Thursday evening in celebra-
ton Of their 25th wedding anniversary
at their home in Takoma Park
Mr.. and Mrs. Allen were married
In Nashville and Mrs Allen before her
marriage was Miss Ada Robertson.
Mr. and Mrs. w. Lewis Leigh of
Fairfax, Va, were the week end guests
Of Mrs. Leighs mother. Mrs. E. G.
Smith, in Peak. Hanover County, Va.
Mr. and Mrs. Walter E. Lindner of
Silver Spring, Md, entertained at a
dinner party Thursday evening in
honor of Mrs. Lindner's aunt. Mrs.
Harriet Whitehead of Mount Rainier.
Md.
Mr.. Marcel Pfalzgraf of the Virginia
Polytechnic Institute at Blacksburg,
Va, is spending few days in Fairfax,
Va. with his father, Mr. Jacques
Pfalzgraf.
Mrs. J. w. Wizeman, Mrs. ]. O.
Frank and Mrs. o. B. Livingston were
guests Thursday of Mrs. w. T. West
colt of Falls Church at luncheon and
bridge.
Mrs Tarleton Bean of Avenel, Md,
entertained at dessert bridge party
Wednesday afternoon at her home.
Mrs. Harold Kennedy entertained
Mrs H. c. Fowler, Mrs. Andrew Stew
art and Mrs R. A. Cattell of Wash
ington; Mrs. Ben Lindsey of RiXey,
Mrs. Herbert FRANKIE of Colonial VIII
lage and Mrs. Albert Lester and Mrs.
Guy Shreve of Falls Church at lunch
con Thursday.
Mrs. Ira c. Whitacre entertained at
bridge Thursday afternoon at her
home in Woodside, Md.
Mrs. John Mcknight of Lyon Park,
with Mrs. E. F. Inbody and Mr.. and
Mrs. Hugh Reid, jr, of Cherrydale,
left by motor Friday for Florida. Mrs.
Mcknight will leave the party at
Winter Haven. while the others will
continue to Miami for a brief vaca-
tion.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Italy Is increasing its sales tax.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Mrs. Lawrence Douglas, wife of
the commonwealth attorney of Ar
Iington. is on a three-week motor trip
through Florida.
Evening star., 1938-02-21
Residential Society
Capt. and Mrs. John HI. Gibbons
Are Hosts at Palm Beach.

Miss Bell Gurnee was hostess at
luncheon yesterday at the Alibi Club,
in Palm Beach, where she is spending
the midwinter.
Evening star., 1938-02-21

Mr.. and Mrs. w. Lewis Leigh of
Fairfax, Va, were the week end guests
OF Mrs. Leigh's mother, Mrs. E. G..
Smith, in Peak, Hanover County, Va.