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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1934-1936

ARCH.2013.5.2, Rendition: 793455

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated Tuesday, May 22, 1934. The page features several articles and a photograph. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Headline and Articles:

    • The main headline reads: "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER."
    • Subheadlines include:
      • "Governor Visits Karlsruhe—Ambassador Sees Harvard Treasures."
      • "GERMAN WARSHIP WILL SAIL TODAY."
  2. Article Content:

    • The article discusses an official dinner hosted by Rear Admiral Boehm, commander of the German cruiser Karlsruhe, for Governor Ely and Dr. Luther. The dinner was held on the cruiser, which was anchored in Boston Harbor.
    • The article mentions that the German Ambassador, Dr. Hans Luther, and Governor Ely were given a tour of the ship.
    • Another part of the article reports that the German warship Karlsruhe will sail the next day.
    • There is a mention of the German Ambassador visiting Harvard to see some treasures.
  3. Photograph:

    • The photograph shows the German Ambassador, Dr. Hans Luther, viewing a tapestry at the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. He is accompanied by Dr. Edward W. Forbes, director of the museum, and Dr. Paul J. Sachs, associate director.
  4. Additional Articles:

    • There is a smaller article titled "GUARD IS RESUMED," which discusses the resumption of the guard at the State House following a Navy and State organizational meeting.
    • Another article briefly mentions a luncheon hosted by Mrs. Robert W. Winsor for the German Ambassador and his wife.
  5. Handwritten Note:

    • At the top right of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "Herald, May 22."

The overall content of the page revolves around the visit of the German Ambassador to Boston, his activities, and the events surrounding the German cruiser Karlsruhe.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping dated May 22, 1924. The article is titled "Ely, Dr. Luther Dine on Cruiser" and reports on a visit by German Ambassador Dr. Hans Luther to the United States.

Here are the key points from the article:

  1. Dinner Event:

    • The Governor, Ely, hosted a dinner on the German warship "Karlsruhe" for Dr. Luther and his party.
    • The event included Admiral Henry H. Hough, who was the commander of the vessel, and other officers.
  2. Meeting at Harvard:

    • After the dinner, Dr. Luther visited the Widener Library at Harvard University, where he met with various university officials.
    • He was particularly interested in the exhibits related to Emperor Frederick III.
  3. German Ambassador's Visit:

    • Dr. Luther was shown a collection of German nautical artifacts and was given a tour of the German Museum at Harvard University.
    • He also met with Dr. Henry F. Brownson, a prominent historian and a professor at Harvard.
  4. Guards Resumed:

    • There was a mention of the resumption of guard duties, possibly related to security or ceremonial purposes.
  5. Ship's Departure:

    • The "Karlsruhe" was scheduled to sail today at 3 P.M., heading for a port in the northern Spanish region to complete a cruise of seven days and six nights.

The article includes a photograph of Dr. Luther standing in front of an exhibit at Harvard, likely the German Museum, showcasing his admiration for the historical artifacts.

The article also notes that the German Ambassador, accompanied by several other individuals, was seen interacting with the museum curators and officials, emphasizing the cultural and diplomatic exchange.

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The image shows a newspaper page from Tuesday, May 22, 1934. The main headline reads "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER" with a subheading "Governor Visits Karlruhe — Ambassador Sees Harvard Treasures." The article discusses an unofficial dinner on board the German cruiser Karlsruhe, which was anchored in Boston Harbor. The dinner was hosted by Governor Joseph B. Ely for Dr. Hans Luther, German Ambassador, and other officials. Also mentioned is the German warship Karlsruhe, which is set to sail that day.

Next to this main article, there is another headline "GERMAN AMBASSADOR AT MUSEUM" with a photograph of Dr. Hans Luther. The article describes Dr. Luther's visit to the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, where he was shown various exhibits, including a portrait of Kaiser Wilhelm II and the room of Emperor Frederick III. He was accompanied by Dr. Edward K. Rand, Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences at Harvard, and other officials.

The page also includes smaller news snippets, such as the resumption of the guard at the German consulate and a note about the Karlsruhe's planned departure at 2 p.m. to begin a cruise to northern Spain and France, returning to Boston on June 7.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Herald" dated Tuesday, May 22, 1934. Here are the main headlines and stories featured on this page:

  1. Main Headline:

    • "Ely, Dr. Luther Dine on Cruiser"
      • This article reports that Governor Ely visited the German cruiser Karlsruhe, where both Governor Ely and Dr. Luther (Germany's ambassador to the United States) dined on board.
  2. Secondary Headline:

    • "German Ambassador at Museum"
      • Dr. Hans Luther, the German ambassador to the United States, visited Harvard University and reviewed the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The article includes a photograph of Dr. Luther in the museum.
  3. Third Headline:

    • "German Warship Will Sail Today"
      • The German cruiser Karlsruhe is set to sail today. The article describes a dinner held on the cruiser where Governor Ely was a guest of honor along with Dr. Luther. The Karlsruhe arrived in Boston from Havana and is scheduled to depart soon.
  4. Other News:

    • "Guard is Resumed"
      • Reports on an incident involving a guard who was previously attacked while protecting a tomb. The guard, Private Joseph A. Tool, was on duty at the tomb of Kaiser Frederich III in the Germanic Museum when attacked. The assailant, Walter Dorr, was apprehended and will face charges.

The page also includes smaller news briefs and updates related to the events mentioned. The articles detail the interactions between American and German officials, visits, and a minor security incident at Harvard.

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The image is a historical newspaper clipping from Tuesday, May 22, 1924. The headline reads "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER" with subheadings indicating that Governor Ely visited Karlsruhe and the German Ambassador saw Harvard treasures.

Key points in the article include:

  1. Governor Ely's Visit and Dinner:

    • Governor Ely attended an informal dinner on the German warship Karlsruhe.
    • The dinner was hosted by Admiral Henry H. Hough, Commander of the U.S. Atlantic Fleet, and included other dignitaries such as Brigadier General John H. Agnew, and Harvard University's President A. Lawrence Lowell.
    • The dinner took place in the ship’s wardroom, where a company of marines stood at attention.
  2. German Ambassador's Visit:

    • Dr. Hans Luther, the German Ambassador to the United States, visited Harvard University.
    • He inspected exhibits in the German Museum at Harvard, which included items from Emperor Frederick III's tomb.
    • Dr. Luther was escorted by Harvard officials, including President Lowell, and other notable figures such as Dr. Arthur C. Kuhn, curator of the museum, and Dr. James R. Munro, secretary to Dr. Lowell.
  3. German Warship:

    • The German warship Karlsruhe was scheduled to sail that day at 2 P.M. for a cruise to the northern Spanish coast.
    • The warship was to complete a cruise of seven and a half months, visiting various ports, and was expected to return to New York in October.

The clipping includes a small photograph of Dr. Luther admiring exhibits in the German Museum at Harvard University. The article is written in a formal style typical of news reporting from that era.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from May 22, 1924. The headline reads "Ely, Dr. Luther Dine on Cruiser," with a subheading stating that Governor Visits Karlsruhe, Ambassador Sees Harvard Treasures. Another subheading mentions that the German Warship will sail today.

The article describes an informal dinner held on the German cruiser Karlsruhe, hosted by Governor Henry H. Hough, accompanied by various dignitaries including Admiral Henry H. Hough, Brigadier General John H. Agerow, and a group of officers. The dinner took place after the Karlsruhe arrived in Boston.

The German Ambassador, Dr. Hans Luther, was also present and visited the German Museum at Harvard University, where he saw exhibits and the library. The article mentions the German Ambassador's admiration for a portrait of Kaiser Wilhelm I and his visit to the Widener Library.

The Karlsruhe, a German warship, was scheduled to sail to northern Spain the following day, departing at 3:00 PM. The text also includes a mention of a guard resumption, with a brief note on the organization of the guard and the presence of Dr. Luther at the dinner.

The newspaper clipping is from an old, yellowed page, indicating its age, and has been preserved in a binder. There is handwritten text in the top right corner that reads "Herald, May 22."

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This image shows a scrapbook page with a newspaper clipping dated Tuesday, May 22, 1934. The clipping is titled "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER" and discusses a visit by Governor Ely and Dr. Hans Luther, the German ambassador to the United States, to a German cruiser named Karlsruhe. The article mentions an informal dinner on board, Governor Ely's visit to Westford, a reception by the German warship crew, and a visit to the Harvard Museum where Dr. Luther admired a reproduction of the tomb of Emperor Frederick III. There is also a small photograph in the clipping depicting Dr. Hans Luther looking at a museum exhibit, which appears to be a suit of armor.

Handwritten above the clipping is the note: "Herald, May 22." The clipping is neatly pasted onto the scrapbook page, which appears to be part of a larger bound volume or collection.

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This is an image of an open book displaying a page which contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from Tuesday, May 22, 1934, and the headline reads "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER." It describes an event where the Governor and a person named Dr. Luther visited the Karlsruhe cruiser, and it mentions that a German Ambassador sees Harvard Treasures. Additionally, to the right, there is another section titled "GERMAN AMBASSADOR AT MUSEUM," accompanied by a black and white photograph of a man observing some large framed objects or paintings.

The newsprint is somewhat aged with slight discoloration, and it has been pasted into the scrapbook. There is a note written on the top right corner of the page which seems to say "Herald Drury," possibly indicating the clipping source or ownership. The scrapbook page number is not visible, but a '1' is written on a tab on the top left corner, possibly indicating the first page or first item. The image is taken in such a way that the left edge of the book is seen, and it conveys a sense of archival or historical research.

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This image shows an aged newspaper clipping from May 22, 1934, detailing an event involving Ely and Dr. Luther dining on a cruiser. The headline reads, "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER Governor Visits Karlsruhe – Ambassador Sees Harvard Treasures." It announces the departure of a German warship that will sail on the same day. In an accompanying photo with the caption, "GERMAN AMBASSADOR AT MUSEUM," Dr. Hans Luther, the German ambassador to the United States, is shown in a museum observing various artifacts.

The text of the article describes the visit, stating the involvement of various officials and the agenda of their activities, including dining on board the cruiser, visiting Harvard, and viewing treasures at the university. The article also mentions security concerns related to reports of anti-Nazi sentiment planning and the assurance of a renewed watch. Additionally, it mentions the resumption of the guard details which were interrupted earlier.

Handwritten notes identifying "Harold Draper" appear at the top of the clipping, indicating the suggested person who may have collected or was related to this article.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is dated Tuesday, May 22, 1934, and contains a newspaper clipping titled "ELY, DR. LUTHER DINE ON CRUISER". The article discusses a social event involving Dr. Luther Ely, likely a notable figure, who dined on a cruiser. The text mentions Governor Visits Karlruhe, Ambassador Sees Harvard Treasures, and a German warship scheduled to sail the next day. The content appears to be a historical news report, detailing the activities of Dr. Ely and other related events.

The right page features a photograph of Dr. Hans Luther, the German Ambassador to the United States, standing in front of a display at a museum. The caption beneath the photograph reads: "Dr. Hans Luther, German ambassador to the United States, admiring a reproduction of the tomb of Emperor Frederick III on exhibition in the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, which he visited yesterday." The image shows Dr. Luther in formal attire, gazing at an exhibit, likely part of a museum tour or visit.

The book itself has a green spine and appears to be part of a collection or archive, as indicated by the handwritten note at the top of the left page, which reads "Herald, Drury 2", suggesting it may be part of a scrapbook or historical documentation. The overall presentation suggests the book is a historical or archival item, possibly from a newspaper clipping collection or a personal diary.