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networks reported on the damage to buildings and loss of lives at Zinnia claiming it was the work of terrorists and warning they will be caught and anyone who helps them will be considered terrorist as well. The governor has issued a statement that those who interfere with his National Guard troops and state police will be caught and turned over to the federal government for prosecution as terrorists. He claims thirty people were killed at Xenia and twenty more in the new Vienna area by these cowardly murderers. Everyone is talking about it and wondering who it could be, and saying they wish they had the guts to do it themselves.
    They may have their chance soon Tim. He showed them the two way military type radios and other supplies Richard had brought him. It’s time for us to organize into teams and operate in this area doing whatever we can to harass them and slow them down. We need to take the fight to them every way we can. Go back to your homes then contact those willing to serve with us. Assemble your men and return here tomorrow after dark. Have each man bring several days rations of food and other personal needs. How many men does each of you have now you can depend on? James said he would have twenty with others ready when needed. Joshua said I will bring twenty now and have more if needed later. Jeffrey and Tim said we have twenty and we also can bring more when needed. Goldie said good that’s sixty total, I will contact Richard and tell him we need ten four wheel drive vehicles with fictitious registration for transportation. Have drivers you can trust drop your men off here tomorrow then take their vehicles back home with them.
    He called Richard and advised him of their plans and needs. Richard assured him the vehicles and any other supplies needed were on hand and ready. He said he would have m-16 carbines and ammo for all sixty men and field cloths if needed. Goldie advised him where to bring the vehicles and supplies and Richard said he knew the place well and would arrive after dark. Goldie told Tim and his sons it is done. We will have vehicles, guns, ammo, field rations, and any supplies needed for all of us delivered here tomorrow night. You guys go home now and prepare and I will see you here tomorrow after dusk. James asked where will you spend the night and tomorrow dad? He said I will make sure the house is not being watched then spend some time with your mother tonight. At this time they don’t know who is causing them problems so it will be safe. I will call each of you tomorrow at noon to make sure everything is going well and will see you here tomorrow night. You guys leave now and go home I will be all right.
    He said I’ll walk on ahead to make sure the road is clear of traffic before you come out. He walked to the edge of the road and looked then after making certain the way was clear he motioned them to bring the truck on out. He waved and gave them thumbs up as they pulled away. Slowly the old man walked back to where his car was hidden. He waited a while then carefully edged the car towards the road. Seeing no vehicle lights he pulled out and started down the road towards Vienna. He drove across to the edge of town then along the road behind the community where he lived. He had once befriended a local farmer nearby so he stopped at the home and talked for a few moments. He asked if he could leave his car parked near the barn for a time. The farmer said just park it by the barn it would be fine and out of the way. He thanked the old-timer and said he would be after it later then walked along the cemetery road to a place where he could watch his home.
    He made his way along the creek and walked along the pines to the rear of his home. He could see his wife sitting in her favorite chair watching television with their daughter. He entered the house and quietly closed the door behind him. He stood quietly for a moment listening then carefully walked to the dining area where he could see the