Princess Ashraf Pahlavi Enchants New York Visit at Pierre
The Iranian princess Ashraf Pahlavi arrives at the Pierre Hotel, wearing a ranch mink and a pear shaped diamond, pausing for tea as her hair is styled. Seated as UN delegate and women's rights advocate, she notes women's strength and sensitivity, contrasting with male as guide.
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Princess Ashraf Pahlavi Emancipation Dream and Royal Life
Princess Ashraf Pahlavi recounts her life from a forced betrothal at 16 to three marriages, motherhood struggles, and a public role as royal roving ambassador. She stresses love as a force for liberty, notes her warm bond with twin brother the Shah, and reflects on independence, travel, and diplomacy amid a life of royal scrutiny.
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Princess in exile shares views on life and power
An interview piece features Marion Javits and a princess describing life, illness, and her view on class and achievement. She contrasts American egalitarianism with Persian aristocracy, notes a love of tennis, and discusses personal health and a wish to mingle across society. She recalls encounters with Stalin and Nehru, highlighting personal warmth amid political tension.
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Pseudo-suede gains ground as year-round fabric
Pseudo suede creates a suede look-alike usable daily from midwinter to spring. False suedes are now seen as plush fabrics suitable for skirts, pantsuits and shirtdresses. Colors range from apricot to lime and mauve with neutrals. Ultrasuede tops price scale, often with designer labels, while affordable stand-ins appear on the market.
Fiber-glass chairs gain popularity in public spaces
In New York AP reports sturdy fiber-glass furniture, especially chairs, is popular in high-use locales. At Kennedy Airport the International Arrivals and Departures Building houses over 5,000 fiber-glass chairs that retain appearance and soundness despite heavy use.
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Weddings at Allentown home unite two residents
In Allentown Pennsylvania an elderly home held a wedding as 71 year old Bessie Kohler wed 77 year old Chester Frantz. The Rev John Frantz officiated with Rev Paul Haas assisting the ceremony. Pianist Elva Tyson played for the event. Onlookers included 88 year old Elva Tyson and returning couple John and Mrs Witmer who were married at the home in 1989.
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