Rugs reflect 16th century Persian design influence
The passage notes that many modern Oriental rug patterns originate from 16th century designs. Persian kings of that era promoted rug design and weaving, shaping the craft's development.
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1947
Page
10
The passage notes that many modern Oriental rug patterns originate from 16th century designs. Persian kings of that era promoted rug design and weaving, shaping the craft's development.
Three monarchs ruled England for over fifty years each namely Henry III George III and Queen Victoria highlighting exceptional tenures across medieval and modern eras.
Dr. Robert F. Galbreath of the First Presbyterian Church spoke on the theme Having On the Wedding Garment to a fine outdoor audience on the lawn of the First Christian Church. The event marked the city’s first outdoor service aided by favorable weather and featured songs led by Robert Duff and performances by Mrs. Clark McClelland and Mrs. Glenn McCracken. Organizers announced next Sunday's talk by Dr. J Paul Graham and noted the twilight meditations run through August 31 on the First Christian Lawn.
Princeton reports Albert Einstein and an emergency committee of atomic scientists warn a full atom bomb war could erupt within eight years. They accuse the United Nations of failing to create a workable plan for atomic control and say the Soviet Union may lead in 1955. They caution that two blocs stockpiling bombs could ruin peace.
Mrs. Louisa Dean of Plano marked her 104th birthday for a second time. She hosted a family gathering including a great-great-grandchild four great-grandchildren and four grandchildren. She shared the day with nurse Elizabeth Culmer who cares for her at home. The article notes a line about the U.S. food production growth versus population.
Hollywood star Joan Crawford says she earned 400000 on paper last year but lives on a budget. She jokes about needing a bigger allowance and paying lunch cash because she is broke, while promoting Daisy Kenyon after Possessed.
Oil City report says four Beaver Falls residents were injured in a Sunday crash into a bridge guard rail. The victims Charlies Estermyer 19 Jane McBride 16 Ramsey MacKenzie 17 and his brother Edward suffered possible skull fractures and internal injuries with three listed as serious.
Quincey California reports missing Greta Mary Gale age 2 during a family camping trip near Lassen Volcano National Park. Campers forest rangers and deputies search brush around Lee's Camp fifteen miles from Chester as authorities consider kidnapping. Former Congressman John H. Tolan fell ill from a heart attack and stroke after learning of the disappearance. Gale is Oakland resident William Gale Jr.'s wife. Tolan is Berkeley resident and former congressman.
Seven youths and a pastor from Shenango Presbytery depart Pittsburgh at 11 21 PM for Grinnell Iowa to join the annual Presbyterian Church U S A youth conference. The group travels on a special train boarding in Philadelphia and gathering delegates at key Pennsylvania cities. Rev John M Fife of Westfield Presbyterian leads as official advisor. delegates include Marilyn Morgan Sharon Mary Jane Meehan Slippery Rock Ellwood City Dorothy Woods Sharpsville Roy Marion William Greene Theodore Hoffman Ellwood City Bruce Brown Ellfield.
Closing exercises for the Daily Vacation Bible School of the First Pentecostal Church of Wampum were held Friday at 7 30 pm. The program showcased student learning and handwork projects before a large crowd, with 136 enrolled and an average attendance of 110.
A red and blue tricycle owned by the Barkley family at 371 Neshannock Avenue was reported stolen to police.
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