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Nanotectonica design research seminar Jonas Coersmeier at Pratt Institute, Graduate Architecture, Spring 2020. Students: Valeria Cedillos, Victoria Tsukerman
I used Photoshop for ipad to create this. The original image comes from the movie trailer for the second "300" movie.
Seen at the 2013 Luton Festival of Transport is a Morris Ital 1.7HLS dating from 1980-1. Very nice original example. Quite a high spec this one. Good to see one still on the road.
An Example of a Screenshot from The Season 1 "Phineas and Ferb" Episode where Phineas, Ferb and Company visit Their Aunt Betty Jo on their camping trip but this screenshot is from the scene is where Candace gets hers in a surprise prank which is actually a GIANT servo motor-powered Sasquatch character controlled by Betty Jo Flynn!
Title: Parte Orientale Dell' Europa
Map Maker: Vincenzo Maria Coronelli
Place / Date: Venice / 1692
Description:
Nice example of Coronelli's map of the Eastern half of Europe, extending from Russia to Cyprus.
Armenia on antique maps
pfanderson: While Prezi is pretty and engaging, the more I am subjected to it from the audience view, the less I like it.
laurasolomon: @pfanderson Can you tell me why? Been looking at Prezi as potential tool.
greaterumbrage: @pfanderson You have to have a real creative/design spark to do prezi right. It's not good for presenting the way most people present.
biochembelle: I've yet to see Prezi used. mT @pfanderson: Prezi is pretty, engaging... more I am subjected to it from audience view, the less I like it.
pfanderson: @laurasolomon @greaterumbrage Exactly. Can be very good, can be beyond horrible. My big prob w/ @prezi is "queasy" in the front row phenom
doctorzen: @pfanderson But how do you feel about vanilla PowerPoint / KeyNote in comparison to Prezi? @biochembelle
laurasolomon: @pfanderson @pumpedlibrarian So I should skip Prezi if I'm a presenter?
pfanderson: @laurasolomon @pumpedlibrarian I would say explore, test it out, use with caution, be careful of transitions. #prezi
pfanderson: @laurasolomon @pumpedlibrarian Be especially sensitive to people with perceptual / cognitive disabilities/sensitivities #prezi
pfanderson: @pumpedlibrarian @laurasolomon Agreed! My fave example of good #prezi was done in form of a board game. Worked really well. Rare, tho.
pfanderson: I'm in presentations at #Google today, and most are using #prezi to present. I can't look at screen. Missing content trying to avoid swoop
pumpedlibrarian: @pfanderson @laurasolomon that sounds really interesting, definitely a prezi i would have liked to see
pfanderson: @pumpedlibrarian @laurasolomon Here it is: Playing to Learn prezi.com/rj_b-gw3u8xl/playing-to-learn/
alisha764: @pfanderson is it prezi or overkill with animation? Or just poor presentations?
pumpedlibrarian: @pfanderson how serendipitous, btw, this prezi will be useful to my emerging leaders group! our topic is video games/libraries
pfanderson: @alisha764 A bad PPT only bores you, it doesn't make you feel physically sick. A bad #Prezi does. Yes, overkill w/ animation, poor use.
laurasolomon: @pfanderson @pumpedlibrarian Good example! I will have to think on this before I make the jump to Prezi.
pfanderson: @mlrethlefsen I was a big fan of Prezi for a short time. There are some truly wonderful presentations built in it. Unfortunately, it's hard.
juliewbee: @pfanderson Prezi makes me so nauseous!
pfanderson: @juliewbee YES!!! I literally FLINCH away during transitions, and throw my hands over my eyes. #prezi
Another HDR style processing of an old shot from Cuba. It was done in St.Clara, the city Che Guevarra is buried in. It is the masterpiece of an electrician, and an example how the people have to work there.
Experimental Tipiṭaka e-card in Homage to the Teaching of the Buddha
This e-card with image printed from the World Tipiṭaka Project Archive 1999-2008 shows the 40-volume World Tipiṭaka Edition on display in front of the Buddha Statute, in the Maha Bodhi Vihara, Buddha Gaya, Republic of India.
The occasion was February 12, 2008, the opening day of the Annual Tipiṭaka Chanting organised by Maha Bodhi Society of India. The World Tipiṭaka Edition in Roman script which had been presented in 2007 to the Maha Bodhi Society of India by Princess Galayani Vadhana was this year chanted for the first time in India by the Venerable monks from all over the world.
600 sets of the World Tipiṭaka Edition "Chanting Version in Roman Script 2008" was also preseted as a Dhamma Gift to the Anuual Chanting Ceremony as a chanting manual this year.
The World Tipiṭaka Edition "Chanting Version in Roman Script 2008" was published by Dhamma Society with support from Princess Galyani' Tipiṭaka Endownment Fund.
Digital Archives from Dhamma Society's World Tipiṭaka Project in Roman Script, 1999-2008.
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บัตร e-card แสดงการนำเสนอภาพจากคลังจดหมายเหตุอิเล็คทรอนิกส์ในโครงการพระไตรปิฎกสากล อักษรโรมัน ดำเนินการโดยกองทุนสนทนาธัมม์นำสุข ท่านผู้หญิงมณีรัตน์ บุนนาค ในพระสังฆราชูปถัมภ์สมเด็จพระญาณสังวร สมเด็จพระสังฆราช สกลมหาสังฆปริณายก
ภาพประวัติศาสตร์นี้บันทึกการพระราชทานพระไตรปิฎกสากล อักษรโรมัน "ฉบับสังวัธยาย" ได้แก่ฉบับการพิมพ์ด้วยกระดาษมาตรฐานและปกอ่าน ซึ่งเป็นพระธัมมทานแก่พระสงฆ์เถรวาทนานาชาติที่มาร่วมสวดสังวัธยายพระไตรปิฎกในงานประจำปี จัดโดยสมาคมหาโพธิแห่งประเทศอินเดีย ณ พุทธคยา ระหว่างวันที่ 12-22 กุมภาพันธ์ 2551.
โครงการพระไตรปิฎกสากลได้บันทึกภาพคณะสงฆ์นานาชาติ ในเช้าตรู่ที่หนาวเย็นของวันที่ 13 กุมภาพันธ์ 2551 ซึ่งเป็นวันแรกของการมอบพระไตรปิฎกธัมมทาน โดยได้จัดขึ้นภายในวิหารของสมาคมมหาโพธิแห่งประเทศอินเดีย และได้เชิญพระสงฆ์ผู้รับพระไตรปิฎกสากลมาร่วมกันถ่ายภาพหน้าอาคารประวัติศาสต์ของสมาคมมหาโพธิ ซึ่งก่อตั้งโดยท่านธัมมปาละชาวศรีลังกา และได้จัดตั้งอนุสาวรียของท่าน ณ บริเวณด้านหน้าของอาคารมหาโพธิ ในวาระ 100 ปี แห่งชาติกาล
ภาพนี้ชวนให้อนุสรณ์ถึงเหตุการในการอนุรักษ์และเผยแผ่ที่สำคัญในพระพุทธศาสนา ได้แก่การที่พระเจ้าอโศกทรงอนุรักษ์สถานตรัสรู้ ณ ต้นพระศรีมหาโพธิ สังเวชนียสถาน ณ พุทธคยา และการพื้นฟูพระพุทธศาสนาในดินแดนพุทธภูมิตลอดศตวรรษที่ผ่านมาโดยท่านธัมมปาละ และปัจจุบันได้รับช่วงการศึกษาพระไตรปิฎกสากล ซึ่งเป็นพระธัมมทานจากสมเด็จพระเจ้าพี่นางเธอ เจ้าฟ้ากัลยาณิวัฒนาจากประเทศไทย
สิ่งสำคัญที่สมเด็จพระเจ้าพี่นางเธอได้ทรงสร้่างไว้ คือ การประดิษฐานพระไตรปิฎกสากล อักษรโรมัน ณ สถานที่ตรัสรู้ของพระบรมศาสดา อันเป็นการสร้างพระธัมมเจดีย์ คือ พระไตรปิฎก เคี่ยงคู่กับพระเจดีย์ศรีมหาโพธิที่พระเจ้าอโศกมหาราชได้ทรงสร้่างไว้เป็นเวลากว่า 2000 ปีที่แล้ว
พระธัมม์เจดีย์ย่อมบังเกิดขึ้นในจิตใจของบุคคล เมื่อมีการสวดสังวัธยายพระไตรปิฎกโดยพระสงฆ์ และอ่านสังวัธยายโดยประชาชนชาวโลกที่มีศรัทธาและปัญญา อันเป็นการรักษาพระพุทธศาสนาให้ยืนยาวตลอดกาลนาน
การมาร่วมชุมนุมของประชาชนเป็นจำนวนมาในทางที่เป็นกุศลย่อมนำความมั่นคงมาสู่สังคมส่วนร่วมได้
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No visit to York would be complete without a walk around the City Walls. At 3.4 kilometres long, the beautifully preserved walls are the longest medieval town walls in England. About 2.5 million people walk along all or part of the City walls each year, enjoying some amazing views. The completion of the entire circuit will take approximately 2 hours. There are five main bars or gateways, one Victorian gateway, one postern (a small gateway) and 45 towers.
York City Walls
The city or ‘bar’ walls of York are the most complete example of medieval city walls still standing in England today. Beneath the medieval stonework lie the remains of earlier walls dating as far back as the Roman period.
The Roman walls survived into the 9th century when, in AD 866, York was invaded by the Danish Vikings. The Vikings buried the existing Roman wall under an earth bank and topped with a palisade – a tall fence of pointed wooden stakes.
The wooden palisade was replaced in the 13th and 14th centuries with the stone wall we see today.
The medieval city walls originally included 4 main gates or ‘bars’ (Bootham Bar, Monk Bar, Walmgate Bar and Micklegate Bar), 6 postern or secondary gates and 44 intermediate towers. The defensive perimeter stretched over 2 miles encompassing the medieval city and castle.
By the late 18th century, however, the walls were no longer required as defences for the city and had fallen into disrepair. In 1800, the Corporation of York applied for an Act of Parliament to demolish them. In addition to the poor condition of the walls at the time, the narrow gateways of the bars were inconvenient and the walls themselves hindered the city’s expansion.
Many other cities, including London, were removing their outdated, medieval city walls at this time. In York, however, the city officials met with fierce and influential opposition and by the mid-nineteenth century the Corporation had been forced to back down.
Unfortunately, the call for preservation came too late for some parts of the walls – the barbicans at all but one of the gateways (Walmgate Bar) had been torn down along with 3 postern gates, 5 towers and 300 yards of the wall itself.
Since the mid-nineteenth century the walls have been restored and maintained for public access, including the planting of spring flowers on the old Viking embankment. Today the walls are a Scheduled Ancient Monument and a Grade 1 listed building.
Bootham Bar
There has been a gateway here for nearly 2000 years - Bootham Bar is on the site of one of the four main entrances to the Roman fortress.
The existing structure is not Roman but it has been around for quite a while. The archway itself dates from the 11th century and the rest of the structure is largely from the 14th century. In 1501 a door knocker was installed as Scots were required to knock first and seek permission from the Lord Mayor to enter the city.
The bar was damaged during the siege of York in 1644. Like Micklegate Bar, it was sometimes used to display the heads of traitors, the heads of three rebels opposing Charles II’s restoration were placed here in 1663.
Bootham Bar was the last of the gates to lose its barbican, demolished in 1835.
Fishergate Bar
1315AD - 1487AD
Fishergate Bar is one of six gateways in the city walls. It faces South towards Selby. Nearby used to be the large flooded area known as the King’s Fishpond.
‘Barram Fishergate’ is the first documented reference to the bar, in 1315. A central stone above the archway reveals the date of the current bar. It contains the York coat of arms and an inscription which reads:
‘A.doi m.cccc.lxxx.vii Sr Willm Tod knight mayre this wal was mayd in his days lx yadys’
This tells us that sixty yards of the wall, including the bar, was built in 1487 under Sir William Tod, mayor of York.
But just two years later, in 1489, Fishergate Bar suffered considerable damage in the Yorkshire peasants’ revolt against Henry VII. The rebels burned the gates of the bar after murdering the Earl of Northumberland. The gateway was bricked up soon after and wasn’t re-opened until 1834, to give better access for the cattle market.
Micklegate Bar
Micklegate Bar was the most important of York’s four main medieval gateways and the focus for grand events. The name comes from 'Micklelith', meaning great street.
It was the main entrance to the city for anyone arriving from the South. At least half a dozen reigning monarchs have passed through this gate and by tradition they stop here to ask the Lord Mayor's permission to enter the city.
The lower section of the bar dates from the 12th century, the top two storeys from the 14th. The building was inhabited from 1196. Like the other main gates, Micklegate Bar originally had a barbican built on the front, in this case demolished in 1826.
For centuries the severed heads of rebels and traitors were displayed above the gate, the many victims include Sir Henry Purcey (Hotspur) in 1403 and Richard, Duke of York in 1460. The last of the severed heads was removed in 1754.
Monk Bar
Monk Bar is the largest and most ornate of the bars, it dates from the early 14th century. It was a self-contained fortress, with each floor capable of being defended. On the front of the bar is an arch supporting a gallery, including 'murder-holes' through which missiles and boiling water could be rained down upon attackers.
Monk Bar has the city’s only working portcullis, in use until 1970. Like the other main gateways, Monk Bar originally had a barbican on the front. This was demolished in 1825.
The rooms above the gateway have had various uses over the years, including as a home and as a jail for rebellious Catholics in the 16th century.
The Red Tower
1490AD - 1491AD
The Red Tower, built in 1490, forms the only brick section of York’s famous city walls. Because it was built of brick its construction did not sit well with the local stone masons. So much so that it was the cause of dispute, and even murder.
The masons who worked on the majority of York’s walls and buildings were unhappy about the employment of tilers to build the Red Tower; their unhappiness led to them attempting to sabotage the building of the tower. The tilers had to ask for protection from the city council to stop the masons from threatening them and breaking their tools.
This protection made little difference, however. In 1491, the tiler John Patrik was murdered. Two leading masons, William Hindley and Christopher Homer, were charged with the murder but quickly acquitted.
The first recorded use of the name “The Red Tower” was in 1511, presumably in reference to its red brick colour rather than its bloody past.
Despite forming an important and unique part of the city walls, the Red Tower fell quickly into disrepair. It had to be repaired multiple times, notably in 1541 and 1545, and was in ruins by 1736. It was roughly restored in 1800 and became known as ‘Brimstone House’ – probably a reference to its former use as a manufactory for gunpowder. It has two storeys, and a garderobe. The way that the tower appears now is thanks to G F Jones’ restorations in 1857-8.
Walmgate Bar
Walmgate Bar is the most complete of the four main medieval gateways to the city, it is the only bar to retain its barbican, portcullis and inner doors.
Its oldest part is a 12th century stone archway, the walled barbican at the front dates from the 14th century, the wooden gates from the 15th century and the timber-framed building on the inside from the 16th century.
It was burned by rebels in 1489 and battered by cannon during the siege of 1644.
Baile Hill
William the Conqueror ordered two castles to be built in York, one on either side of the River Ouse.
They formed a defensive system in response to the recent violent unrest.
'York Castle' was later reinforced and eventually rebuilt in stone and so now appears much more substantial. But originally both castles were of a similar size and layout.
Baile Hill is the name given to all that remains of York's other castle. It was the man-made mound, or motte, of the castle.
Excavations in 1979 revealed remains of timber buildings and a strong fence at the summit of the mound, together with a staircase up one side. The surrounding bailey was defended by a bank of earth built on top of the original Roman city wall.
Barker Tower
This river-side tower was built in the 14th century. It was positioned at the boundary of the medieval city-centre and, in conjunction with Lendal Tower on the opposite bank, was used to control river traffic entering the city. A great iron chain was stretched across the river between the two towers and boatmen had to pay a toll to cross it. The chain also served as a defence for the city. As early as 1380 Thomas Smyth was named as the tower’s ‘keeper of the chain’.
For boats coming downstream it would be the second toll in quick succession; St Mary's Abbey had its own tower and toll collection system a little further up the river.
Barker tower was leased for long periods to various ferrymen (and at least one woman) who ran passengers across the Ouse until Lendal Bridge was built in 1863. The ferry ran 'in summer and winter, fair weather and foul, Sundays and weekdays'.
The ferry was put out of business when Lendal Bridge opened in 1863. The tower has had plenty of other uses over the years, including as a mortuary for a brief time in the 19th century.
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1968 Porsche 911 Soft-Window Targa
Chassis No. 11880191
Engine No. 3281118
The Porsche 911S Soft Window Targa was a true example of innovation for the German manufacturer. As an unprecedented addition, the 911 offered the first soft window Targa top, which also benefited from a foldaway back window and removable roof section. The vast majority of the models were actually optioned with hard windows, making this particular example one of the rarest and most desirable Porsche 911s.
With recent sales at their all time record-breaking highs, early 911s have become extremely popular among enthusiasts and collectors everywhere. The 911’s thrilling drivability and rakish good looks has proved great success for the marquee, and will continue to remain a strong investment for many years to come.
This Car: According to the Porsche Certificate of Authenticity, this rare Soft-Window Targa was completed at the factory on April 30, 1968, destined for US delivery. Originally finished in Irish Green over brown leatherette upholstery, the distinctive 911 was fully outfitted at the factory with the desirable 911 S instruments and oil tank, chrome wheels with Pirelli tires, headrests and a Blaupunkt “Frankfurt” radio.
Early service records dating back to 1977 indicate this car was a regularly used and cared for California car. It was eventually acquired by well-known Porsche enthusiast Frank Gallogly of Lime Rock, Connecticut. When it was discovered, the Targa was a beautifully maintained example wearing optional Fuchs wheels and classic blue and yellow California plates.
After some time with its new owner, the Porsche was sold to a Texas collector who had been searching for a well-kept early 911. Shortly after, it underwent a sympathetic restoration that aimed at making the car more presentable throughout, while taking care not to disturb its highly original character.
At this time, Autosport Designs Inc. of Huntington Station, New York, was commissioned to repaint the bodywork in the original Irish Green, an era-evoking shade that nicely compliments the of the short wheelbase 911. The engine and transmission were then rebuilt as needed to ensure that the car’s performance was in keeping with its freshened appearance.
Fortunately, the decision was made to retain the original upholstery, which displays a light consistent patina. The interior has a lovely period correct look, especially with the color-keyed Cocoa floor mats.
Since then, the Porsche has seen casual use and is poised for many more years of enjoyment. With a recent carburetor adjustments along with new plugs and wires, the car remains in excellent running and driving condition! The 911 ought to be an ideal companion for pleasant drives, the occasional Porsche gathering, rallies, slalom courses, and especially long-distance tours such as the Texas 1000, Northwest Passage, and Copperstate 1000 to name a few.
Not only is this a particularly rare and versatile 911, it is offered with owner’s manuals, tools, a substantial file of documentation and a Certificate of Authenticity from Porsche.
Combining the most enjoyable qualities of the early short-wheelbase 911 with a unique open-air experience, these Soft-Window Targas have earned a devoted following of Porsche enthusiasts. The example presented here exudes charm and represents an exciting opportunity to acquire a well-rounded 1960’s sports car.
A Rare and Versatile Early 911
Matching-Numbers Example
Well-Kept Original Interior
Distinctive Color Combination
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Mahishasuramardhini Mandapa (Cave Temple; also known as Yampuri) is an example of Indian rock-cut architecture dating from the late 7th century, of the Pallava dynasty. It is a rock-cut cave temple located on a hill, near a lighthouse, along with other caves in Mamallapuram. It is the one of the finest testimonials of ancient Vishwakarma Sthapathis (Vishwakarma sculpture). Mamallapuram, also popularly known as Mahabalipuram, is a small village to the south of Chennai, in the state of Tamil Nadu, India. The temple is part of the Group of Monuments at Mahabalipuram, a UNESCO World Heritage Site inscribed in 1984. This Cave Temple has many interesting architectural features of which three exquisitely carved reliefs on the cave walls of three sanctums are prominent. One is of Vishnu reclining on the seven hooded serpent, Adisesha, another of Durga, the main deity of the cave temple slaying the buffalo headed demon Mahishasura, and the third sanctum also has a sculpture of Vishnu. The cave also depicts many scenes from the Puranas (Hindu mythology stories in Sanskrit dating from the 5th century AD).
LEGEND
According to legend, Durga killed the demon Mahishasura, who was considered unconquerable. Hence, following his slaying, she was given the title Mahishasuramardhini (conqueror of Mahisha). The granite-carved cave temple depicts the goddess Mahishasuramardhini, considered an incarnation of the goddess Durga, and is named after her as "Mahishasuramardhini Cave Temple". The cave's interior relief depicts this battle. The goddess is shown riding a lion, her several arms holding a bow and arrow, pursuing the retreating Mahisha with his followers.
HISTORY
The cave is dated to the period of king Narasimhavarman Mahamalla (630–668 AD) of the Pallava dynasty, after whom the town is also named. The cave architecture is also said to be a continuation of the great religious themes that were carved in Western India. The cave reflects a transitional style of architecture in its columns mounted on seated lions and frescoes carved on the walls inside the cave which evolved during the rule of Pallava kings Mahendra Varman I and Rajasimha or Narasimhavarman I known as Mamalla. This style was continued by Mamalla's son Parameshvaravarman I. Historical research has also confirmed that Mahabalipuram town came to be established only after it was named after Mamalla and the caves and rathas are all attributed to his reign during the year 650 AD.
GEOGRAPHY
Mahishasura Mardhini Cave or Mantapa is situated on the top of a hill range along with other caves in Mahabalipuram town, on the Coromandel Coast of the Bay of Bengal of the Indian Ocean. Now in the Kanchipuram district, it is approximately 58 km from Chennai city (previously, Madras) and about 32 km from Chingelpet. A lighthouse is located beside it. A structural temple of the 8th century called the Olakkannesvara Temple (mistakenly called a Mahishasura temple) is situated near this cave at a vantage location which provides scenic views of Mamallapuram. The area is a high security zone as there is a nuclear power station a few kilometers to the south; hence, photography is prohibited.
LAYOUT
The cave shrine faces east and has three chambers. Its internal dimensions are 9.8 m in length, 4.6 m in width, and 3.8 m in height. There is frontal projection of the main central chamber when compared to the two chambers which flank it. In the front façade of the cave are 10 horseshoe-shaped windows which are kudus on the cornice; these are unfinished carvings. The cornice also depicts carvings of five gable-roofed semi-complete shrines. The façade has four carved pillars and two pilasters at the ends, which are part of the façade and are carved in the traditional Pallava architectural style. The central chamber is fronted by a small mukhamandapa (entrance porch), which has two carved pillars with lion bases in the Pallava style.
ARCHITECTURE
The mandapa is one of the most important caves in Mahabalipuram. It is dedicated to the goddess Mahishasuramardini, who is considered an incarnation of the goddess Durga. The mandapa is carved into the granite rock face of a hill. The verandah cut at the cave entrance, long and calumniated, has a composition of three chambers; the central chamber entrance depicts guardians (dwarapalas) on the flanks. The back wall of the central chamber features a carving of a Somaskanda panel; this panel is carved with images of Shiva and his consort Parvathi in their regal dress, each wearing a crown known as kirita-mukuta and other ornamentation, with their son Skanda seated between them. This panel also shows the carving of Nandi (bull), Shiva's mount (Vahana). Chandesa, an ardent devotee of Shiva, is carved to the left of the carved images of the trinity gods Shiva, Brahma, and Vishnu, who are shown standing behind the main image of Shiva and Parvathi. The carving of the trinity gods gives the impression that they are pleased with the seated couple of Shiva, his consort and their son. In the individual depiction, Brahma is carved with four heads and four hands, with the upper hands holding a water vessel and akshamala; the lower right hand is shown raised in an appreciative gesture to Shiva, while the left hand is in a kataka mudra. Vishnu's carving is also depicted with four hands; chakra and shankha are held in his upper hands, with the lower left hand showing a gesture of appreciation to Shiva, and the lower right hand held up in a kataka mudra. The image of Surya (Sun) is carved on the top part of the panel, between Brahma and Vishnu. A separate Brahma panel carving appears on the back wall of the left chamber, while the right chamber is repeated with a panel of Shiva that, according to the opinion of archaeologists, was originally meant to host a panel of Vishnu. Another interpretation mooted for the dominance of Shiva panels in this cave is that the religious leaning of the Kings who ruled at that time changed from Vaishnavism to Shavisim. Additionally, the Somaskanda panel in this cave is of a different architectural composition than similar panels carved in Dharmaraja Ratha, the Shore Temple, and the Atiranachanda Cave. Archeologists suggest the panel here was created during the reign of Rajasimha.
The north wall in the cave contains a relief depicting the battle scene of the two adversaries, goddess Durga and the demon buffalo-headed Mahishasura. This panel symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. The carving is considered one of the best creations of the Pallava period. In the war scene, Durga appears with eight hands riding a fierce-looking lion. She is holding a khadga (sword), dhanush (bow), bana (arrows), ghanta (bell) in her four right hands; her four left hands display pasa, sankha, and dagger. An attendant holds a chatra (parasol) over Durga's head. She is in the battlefield with her army of female warriors and ganas (dwarfs). She is shown attacking, with arrows, the demon Mahisha, causing him to retreat with his followers. Mahishasura is armed with a gada (club).
On the southern face of the cave, there is a panel of Vishnu in an Anantasayana mudra, a reclining posture, lying on the bed of a serpent. He is shown with two hands holding the coil of the five-headed serpent known as Adisesha, which forms a cover over Vishbu's head. Madhu and Kaitabha, the two demons, are carved near Vishnu's feet in an attacking mode, armed with a gada (mace). The demons are in a position of retreat, as Adisesha hisses at them with flames emerging from its hoods. Vishnu, unconcerned, is patting Adisesha to pacify him. Also shown in the panel are the two ganas (dwarfs). Dwarfs are Vishnu's ayudhapurushas (as his personified weapons); the male gana is known as shankha or Panchajanya, and the female gana is Vishnu's gada Kaumodaki. Also seen in the panel, at its lower end, are three figures; his chakra (discus) is Sudarshana in ayudha-purusha form, Nandaka on the right is his khadga (sword), and the female figure is Bhudevi, also as ayudha-purusha.
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The solemnity of Corpus Christi is but one example of the sublime liturgical treasures that follow in the afterglow of the Paschal season. It is a most fitting liturgical celebration that reminds the faithful of our Eucharist Lord who remains substantially present with us in our tabernacles until the end of time.
Throughout the ages, the Catholic Church has always remained steadfast in upholding the Eucharist as the source and summit of Christian life. She has always held that after the consecration the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of our Lord is contained under the species of bread and wine. Thus, this feast can be said to be an exaltation of the Church's doctrine of the Eucharist.
The Eucharist is also a sacrament of unity and of charity. By baptism we are incorporated into the Mystical Body of Christ and through the Eucharist our souls are nourished spiritually. “Thus the Lord unites us with Himself through the Eucharist—Sacrament and Sacrifice—and He unites us with Himself and with one another by a bond stronger than any natural union. Thus united, He sends us into the whole world to bear witness, through faith and works, to God’s love” (John Paul II).
May we too go forth with our Lord into the streets to bear witness to God's love in this sacrament of unity and charity!
Woodlawn Cemetery Company 335 Maple Ave Fairmont, WV 26554
Woodlawn Cemetery, located in Fairmont, West Virginia is an example of the rural cemetery. It was laid out by Tell W. Nicolet of the firm of Morris and Knowles of Pittsburgh, PA. It is a National Historic District. Today, the cemetery covers 42 acres (170,000 m2) and has over 15,000 burials.
The cemetery was established in the early Spring of 1875. Joseph R. Hamilton was climbing the fence between his father's farm and that of Norval Barns. The loaded rifle he was carrying accidentally discharged, killing him. His father's decision to "bury him where he lay" led to the families establishing a small burying ground. They opened the fence line between their properties and enclosed about a quarter of an acre to use for family burials.
Ten years later, in December 1885, the Woodlawn Cemetery Company was incorporated and plots were offered for sale to the larger community. 5 acres (20,000 m2) were purchased from each of the land owners, Elmus Hamilton and Norval Barns. Many of the early leaders of the Fairmont community were laid to rest here. Among them is Francis Harrison Pierpont, the Governor of the Restored State of Virginia from 1861-1868, his wife Julia and three of their four children.
Boaz Fleming, the founder of Fairmont, is here with his wife, Elizabeth. Other members of his family are here as well, including Clarissa Fleming Hamilton, his grandson Elmus Hamilton,owner of the Hamilton farm, and great-grandson, Joseph R. Hamilton. Another descendant is Aretas B. Fleming, eighth governor of West Virginia. A lawyer, Mr. Fleming was among the men who created the Fairmont Development Company and worked to develop Fairmont, West Virginia.
James Otis Watson is considered the father of the bituminous coal industry in north central West Virginia. He and Pierpont owned the first coal mine to be commercially viable following the completion of the Baltimore and Ohio railroad linking Fairmont with the eastern seaboard markets. One of his daughters married Aretas B. Fleming. His sons, James Edwin Watson, Sylvanus Lamb Watson and Clarence Wayland Watson are also buried here.
Historical figures buried at Woodlawn
Times West Virginian
The following is a list of the historical figures buried at Woodlawn Cemetery and their contribution to the history of Fairmont, Marion County and West Virginia.
This list was compiled from the application made to the U.S. Department of the Interior in order for the cemetery to be considered for the National Register of Historic Places and does not reflect a complete list of all persons of note buried at the cemetery.
Francis H. Pierpont (1814-1899) — The “Father of West Virginia.” Pierpont was chosen as Provisional Governor of Restored Virginia in 1861 during a Union convention. He was later elected to that position from 1863-68 and was instrumental in the creation of the state of West Virginia in 1863.
Julia Augusta Robertson Pierpont (1828-1886) — The wife of Gov. Pierpont. She is credited by many historians as the founder of Decoration Day (Memorial Day) in 1866.
Boaz Fleming (1758-1830) — The founding father of Fairmont. He cleared a section of land he own and sold individual lots to create Fairmont, the county seat of Marion, which was created from pieces of Monongalia and Harrison counties.
James Otis Watson (1815-1902) — Father of the Coal Industry West of the Alleghenies. He opened his first mine in 1852 with his friend, Francis Pierpont. Later the Watson Coal Co. and Hutchinson Coal Co. combined to form the Consolidated Coal Co.
Clyde E. Hutchinson (1861-1926) — Founder of Hutchinson Coal Co., one of the predecessors of Consolidated Coal Co.
A. Brooks Fleming (1839-1923) — Governor of West Virginia from 1890-1893. He also served as county prosecuting attorney, the West Virginia House of Delegates and judge of the 2nd District Judicial Circuit.
Matthew Mansfield Neely (1874-1958) — Governor of West Virginia from 1940-44. Also served as mayor of Fairmont, delegate, congressman and U.S. senator.
The Rev. William Ryland White (1820-93) — The first state superintendent of West Virginia public schools from 1863-69, resigning to become president of the new Fairmont State Normal School (Fairmont State University).
Bernard Butcher (1853-1918) — Elected as state superintendent of schools in 1880 and was instrumental in legislation for the education of black teachers and the creation of Arbor Day. He also organized the Marion County Historical Society in 1908.
Thomas C. Miller (1844-1926) — Educator who also served as state superintendent of schools (1900-09), principal of West Virginia University (1893) and Shepherd Normal School.
Victims of Newburg Mine explosion — While they are not marked individually, six victims of the 1886 Preston County explosion are buried there under a single monument, including a father, son, three stepsons and another relative.
George Albert Dunnington (1858-1928) — Editor of the Fairmont Index.
Judge Harry Evans Watkins (1898-1963) — U.S. Federal District Judge Frank C. Haymond (1887-1972) — Longtime justice of the Supreme Court of West Virginia.
Another not so great example of Flickr's totally unwanted (and incorrect) retrospective tagging of my images....and probably yours too.
The grey (gray - more of which later) ones are mine and the white ones have been added by Flickr.
This photo is not
a. anything to do with racing
b. it is NOT a car
c. yes its a vehicle so has a rim and a tire - but who cares
d. in merrie olde England we spell it "tyre" and would NEVER use the phrase "auto racing"
e. this photo has nothing whatsoever to do with sport
Lots of the feedback in the forum relates to the difference between the American and the British spellings eg they use Railroad and we say Railway. They use Gray and we use Grey.
One of my photos of a Honda Gold Wing has now been tagged "motor scooter" LOL
..and one of Manchester United's Stadium, Old Trafford, has been tagged as a "ballpark".
Flickr have totally lost the plot.
If you don't like the new system (and lets face it, who would?) please feel free to bleat about it here:-
www.flickr.com/help/forum/en-us/72157652019487118/
Lack of bleating will no doubt lead to similar **** being foisted upon us in the future.
Fatherhood was achieved on Father’s Day and will follow suit each day henceforth with a continuous movement where Fit Fathers commune for the benefit of their kids. We share and learn from one another to enhance positive experiences for our families, friends and community.
Naturally, Father’s Day in the Maryland, DC and Virginia area was ignited the “Fit Fathers” way for the 4th year in a row with exercise, laughter, dance, music and fun. We bring dads and father figures together annually to demonstrate the importance of being health conscious and leading by example through positive, nutritional choices. Hype for the event was built from engaging social media campaigns and coverage from Fox 5 DC, News Channel 8, CBS Radio, Radio One, SiriusXM, Black Enterprise and a host of other elite media outlets. Additionally, with $2,500 in prizes at stake for our fitness challenges, over 500 attendees came to the celebration ready for action which resulted in an eventful day.