Nubians adapt under Lake Nasser in Aswan dam era
Nubia, once 50 000 people in mud huts, now submerged by Lake Nasser behind the Aswan Dam, prompts an exodus to new villages at Kom Ombo. Ethnological studies show loss of old ways yet a push to maintain tribal governance and new marketplaces while facing economic-driven social changes and shifting marriage norms.
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Aswan
Egypt
Ethiopia
Nasser
Kom Ombo
Cairo
Lake Nasser
American University of Cairo
Bok To Talk At Unveiling Of Telescope
Dr. Bart J. Bok will speak at the unveiling of the UA Sinch telescope in Huntington Park California. The 1.3 million dollar instrument will operate atop Kitt Peak near Tucson by mid 1968 and features a GE lens cast at Steward Observatory.
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Bart J. Bok
University of Arizona
Steward Observatory
Huntington Park
Calif
United States
Kitt Peak
Tucson
General Electric Co
L. & F. Machine Co
Boller & Chivens
Perkins-Elmer Corp
Shasta Rug Sizes and Regulated Prices List
Reg. prices for Shasta area rugs in multiple sizes. 48x58 and 48x84 priced from 7 to 10 dollars, 72x58 from 12 to 14, 96x58 from 15 to 18, 72x84 from 14 to 18, 96x84 from 18 to 23, 120x84 at 30, and 144x84 at 30 dollars listed.
Slabweave offers Roc-Lonized insulated lining option
New slabweave product features a washable self lining labeled Roc-Lonized for insulation. It promises no cain-stain and a two year color guarantee. Available in white gold or natural colors.
Price cuts on bed spreads and draperies shown
Reg. 30 twin spread now 24.99 Reg. 35 full spread now 29.99 Reg. 45 king or queen spread now 39.99 Matching draperies include 48x84 lined drapery reg 16 and 96x84 lined drapery reg 32. Sale items feature substantial discounts on bedding and window treatments.
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Bok
Shasta
Bengazi
Flora
Suxor
Levy's Draper
Lady Pepperell
Levy's Linens
Brocatello
Regal Mills
Orig
Twin
AMC
Dacron
Tivoli Rugby Regal
Zefran
Save! Wamsutta Towers
Jacquard
Cannon
Bangkok
Joe
Cannon Royal Family
Lavy’s
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