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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1934-1936

ARCH.2013.5.2, Rendition: 793613

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The image shows an open page from a book or report, likely from the Carl Schurz Foundation, dated 1936. The text on the page discusses the establishment of centers for German art in various educational institutions and public libraries across Missouri and Kansas.

Key points include:

  1. List of Institutions: The page lists several institutions where centers for German art were established. These include:

    • St. Louis Public Library
    • Washington University
    • St. Louis University High School
    • University of Missouri
    • University of Kansas City
    • Kansas State Teachers College
    • Kansas Wesleyan University
    • University of Wichita
    • Wichita Art Association
    • University of Kansas
  2. Cost Summary: The total cost for the period from May 1, 1933, to April 24, 1936, is listed as $2,091.01.

  3. Value of the Activity: The text emphasizes the value of the activity in fostering an understanding of Germany's cultural contributions. It highlights the importance of establishing these centers to provide students with a tangible sense of German art, beyond vague notions.

  4. Centers for German Art: The section details the establishment of these centers starting in 1933. It mentions the initial lack of material and the subsequent acquisition of art institutes and museums. The text also discusses the selection of appropriate material for teaching and exhibition purposes, including the purchase of a considerable amount of material and the beginning of a modern water-color collection.

Overall, the document appears to be a report or summary of the efforts and expenses related to promoting German art in educational institutions during the mid-1930s.

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The image shows a page from a document or report dated 1936, likely from a Carl Schurz Foundation annual report.

The main content of the page discusses educational initiatives focused on German art. Here is a detailed summary of the text:

  1. Institutions Listed:

    • The page lists several educational institutions in Missouri and Kansas that participated in or supported the initiative:
      • St. Louis Public Library
      • St. Louis High Schools
      • St. Louis University
      • Washington University
      • University of Missouri
      • Kansas City Art Institute
      • University of Kansas City
      • Northeastern High School
      • State Teachers College
      • Kansas Wesleyan University
      • University of Wichita
      • Wichita Art Association
      • Baker University
      • University of Kansas
  2. Financial Information:

    • The total cost for the period from May 1, 1931, to April 24, 1936, was $2,691.01.
  3. Discussion on German Art Education:

    • The text begins by explaining the rationale for focusing on German art. It mentions the value of having a collection that would help in teaching German art and its cultural significance.
    • It notes that despite the lack of widespread interest in German art, efforts were made to promote its importance through educational initiatives.
  4. Centers for German Art:

    • In 1933, the Executive Committee was informed about the lack of emphasis on German art in many schools.
    • The committee suggested establishing three centers for developing interest in German art. An annual grant of $250 for three years was allocated for each center, with the intention that the funds would be used for acquiring and displaying German art materials, suitable for teaching and exhibition purposes.
    • The German Museum responded positively to this proposal, contributing significantly to the collection. The Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation provided funds to complete their collection and to acquire additional items. The acquired materials were sufficient to arrange three traveling exhibitions.

The page appears to be part of a report or proposal focusing on the educational efforts to promote German art through various institutions and funding support.

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The image shows an open book with handwritten notes at the top of the right-hand page that read: "Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation, 1936." Below the handwritten notes, there is a printed list of institutions, which includes:

  • St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, Mo.
  • Washington University, St. Louis, Mo.
  • High Schools, St. Louis, Mo.
  • University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.
  • Kansas City Art Institute, Kansas City, Mo.
  • William Chronic High School, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Northeastern High School, Kansas City, Mo.
  • State Teachers College, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Bethany College, Lindsborg, Kansas
  • Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, Kansas
  • University of Wichita, Wichita, Kansas
  • Fairmount College, Wichita, Kansas
  • Wichita Art Association, Wichita, Kansas
  • Baker University, Baldwin, Kansas
  • University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas

The total cost from May 1, 1935, to April 24, 1936, is listed as $2,091.01.

Below the list, there is a section titled "CENTERS FOR GERMAN ART," which discusses the need for a collection of German art in the United States for both teaching and exhibition purposes. It details a proposal made to the Executive Committee in 1933, the approval of grants for three art institutions, and the use of funds for acquiring German art. The institutions mentioned are the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, the St. Louis Art Museum, and the City Art Museum of St. Louis. The page is numbered [17] at the bottom.

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The image is a page from the Carl Schurz Foundation's Annual Report of 1936. Here are the main points detailed on the page:

  1. Recipient Institutions:
    The report lists various institutions across Missouri and Kansas that were involved in a particular activity related to German art. These include:

    • St. Louis Public Library (St. Louis, MO)
    • Washington University (St. Louis, MO)
    • High Schools (St. Louis, MO)
    • University of Missouri (Columbia, MO)
    • University of Kansas City (Kansas City, MO)
    • Northern Missouri High School (Kansas City, MO)
    • State Teachers College (Kirksville, MO)
    • Kansas Wesleyan University (Salina, KS)
    • University of Wichita (Wichita, KS)
    • Wichita Art Association (Wichita, KS)
    • Baker University (Baldwin, KS)
    • University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
  2. Financial Summary:
    The total cost for this activity from May 1, 1937, to April 24, 1936, was $2,091.01.

  3. Centers for German Art:
    The report discusses the Carl Schurz Foundation's initiative to promote German art in the United States. Key points include:

    • The Executive Committee noted that most art schools in the U.S. did not emphasize German art due to a lack of materials.
    • The Committee approved making initial grants for three art institutions to create centers for developing interest in German art.
    • A budget of $250 per annum for three years was allocated to each of these centers for purchasing German art materials.
    • The German Museum in Munich provided materials suitable for teaching purposes.
    • The Carnegie Foundation contributed significantly to these centers.
    • By the end of the period, the centers had gathered enough material to organize three traveling exhibitions.

The page emphasizes the foundation's efforts to enhance the understanding and appreciation of German art in American educational institutions.

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The image shows an open book, specifically an annual report from the Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation for the year 1936. The page contains a list of educational institutions that received grants from the foundation, detailing the period from May 1, 1931, to April 24, 1936, with a total cost of $2,091.01.

The institutions listed include:

  • St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, Mo.
  • Washington University, St. Louis, Mo.
  • High Schools, St. Louis, Mo.
  • University of Missouri, Columbia, Mo.
  • St. Louis Art Institute, St. Louis, Mo.
  • Kansas City Art Institute, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Northeastern High School, Kansas City, Mo.
  • State Teachers College, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Kansas City Art Association, Kansas City, Mo.
  • Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, Kansas
  • University of Wichita, Wichita, Kansas
  • Wichita Art Association, Wichita, Kansas
  • Baker University, Baldwin, Kansas
  • University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas

The text on the page also discusses the foundation's initiative to promote German art in educational institutions in the United States. It mentions that in 1933, the Executive Committee was informed that many art schools in the U.S. lacked materials on German art. The committee approved a proposal to establish three art centers for developing interest in German art, with an annual appropriation of $250 for three years. The German Museum in Hamburg responded to this proposal and purchased a considerable amount of material for the centers. The Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation helped complete the collection, and the materials were used for teaching and exhibitions.

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The image depicts an open page from an annual report of the Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation for the year 1936. The page lists several educational institutions and organizations in Missouri and Kansas that were allocated funds from May 1, 1935, to April 24, 1936, totaling $2,691.01.

The institutions listed include:

  • St. Louis Public Library, St. Louis, MO
  • Washington University, St. Louis, MO
  • High Schools in St. Louis, MO
  • University of Missouri, Columbia, MO
  • Kansas City Art Institute, Kansas City, MO
  • Kansas City University, Kansas City, MO
  • Northeastern High School, Kansas City, MO
  • State Teachers College, Emporia, KS
  • Kansas Wesleyan University, Salina, KS
  • University of Wichita, Wichita, KS
  • Wichita Art Association, Wichita, KS
  • Baker University, Baldwin, KS
  • University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS

The text on the page also provides a quote from a Professor of Art, highlighting the importance of having a collection of German art and its significance in the field. It mentions the efforts to establish Germany's cultural presence in the eyes of students who might otherwise have only vague or no ideas about German art.

The lower part of the page discusses the establishment of "Centers for German Art." In 1933, the Executive Committee was informed that most art schools in the United States did not emphasize German art due to a lack of materials. As a response, the committee approved the establishment of three art centers to promote German art. The German Museum in St. Louis responded to this proposal by acquiring a considerable amount of German art material with a grant from the Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation. This collection was used for teaching and exhibition purposes, and it was sufficient to organize three traveling exhibitions.

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The image shows an open book with a single printed page pasted onto the right-hand side. At the top of the page, handwritten in cursive, it says: "Carl Schutz Foundation 6th Annual Report, 1936."

The page itself contains a list of institutions under the heading "St. Louis Public Library," with locations mostly in Missouri and Kansas. Below the list is a paragraph summarizing the value and purpose of a certain activity as quoted from a Professor of Art.

Further down, there is a section titled "CENTERS FOR GERMAN ART," which explains that in 1933, an Executive Committee was informed that most art schools in the United States did not stress German art due to a lack of material. It mentions the approval of special grants to develop interest in German art and discusses the Carl Schutz Memorial Foundation's role in supporting this initiative by purchasing materials for the Germanic Museum in Cambridge for exhibitions and collections. The text ends at the bottom of the page with the page number "[17]."

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The image is of an open book or document featuring text on the right-hand side page. At the top right corner, a handwritten note reads "Carl Schurz Foundation to Harold Richards, 1936." Below this handwritten note is a printed list of institutions followed by their respective locations, beginning with "St. Louis Public Library" in St. Louis, MO and ending with "University of Kansas" in Lawrence, Kansas. The dates May 1, 1935, to April 14, 1936, and the figure 9,101 appear near the bottom of the list with a preceding statement that appears to refer to a total cost. The left-hand margin contains commentary discussing the value of art and how it provides a fuller education.

Following the list, there's a section titled "CENTERS FOR GERMAN ART" explaining that in 1933 the Executive Committee was informed about the lack of German art at most art schools in the United States. It talks about grants for the purpose of making these centers for studying German art permanent. It then outlines a cooperation with the German Museum in Cambridge and mentions financial aid they received, including the acquisition of modern art to enhance understanding of German art among students.

Throughout the text, evidence of aging on paper is visible, such as slightly discolored edges and a difference in the color tone between the center area where the book is folded and the outer edges. The bottom right corner of the right-hand side page is numbered "(17)", indicating it's a page from a larger document or publication. The left page, while mostly blank, has some text running off the page, suggesting that it's the left side continuation of page 16 or another page that includes a table or columnar information.

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The image shows a page from a book or report with text printed on it. The heading at the top indicates it is related to the Carl Schurz Foundation and its annual report from 1936. There is a handwritten note at the top left corner, which reads: "Carl Schurz Foundation, Annual Report, 1936."

Below the handwritten note, the printed text lists several institutions, primarily libraries, universities, and colleges across Missouri and Kansas, followed by an amount of a grant each institution received. These institutions include the St. Louis Public Library, Washington University, and numerous educational institutions from Kansas City, Columbia, Parkville, and other cities.

The main text beneath the list discusses centers for German art and efforts to develop interest in German art at schools in the United States. It mentions how in 1933 the Executive Committee was informed that most schools did not teach German art due to the lack of material. The Committee approved a proposal of making grants to select institutions to foster interest in German art, with a specific mention of an appropriation of $250 per annum over three years for the schools.

It also highlights the involvement of the Germanic Museum in Cambridge, which responded to the proposal and already had material and plans for completion and acquisition of art collections. The Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation grant assisted in these efforts, allowing for further expansion and arranging traveling exhibitions.

The page number at the bottom indicates "17," signifying its position within the document.

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The image shows an open book with handwritten notes and typed content on the left page. The handwritten text at the top reads: "Carl Schurz Foundation Annual Report, 1936." Below this, the typed content appears to be an excerpt from a formal report or document.

Key Elements of the Image:

  1. Handwritten Title:

    • The handwritten title at the top indicates that this is the Carl Schurz Foundation Annual Report for 1936.
  2. Typed Content:

    • The typed section includes a list of institutions and their locations, likely recipients of funding or support from the Carl Schurz Foundation. The list includes:

      • St. Louis Public Library – St. Louis, Mo.
      • Washington University – St. Louis, Mo.
      • High Schools – St. Louis, Mo.
      • University of Missouri – Columbia, Mo.
      • Kansas City Art Institute – Kansas City, Mo.
      • University of Kansas – Lawrence, Kan.
      • Northwestern High School – Kansas City, Mo.
      • State Teachers College – Kansas City, Mo.
      • Park College – Parkville, Mo.
      • Kansas Wesleyan University – Salina, Kansas.
      • University of Wichita – Wichita, Kansas.
      • Friends University – Wichita, Kansas.
      • Wichita Art Association – Wichita, Kansas.
      • Baker University – Baldwin, Kansas.
      • University of Kansas – Lawrence, Kansas.
    • A total cost is mentioned: Total cost May 1, 1935, to April 24, 1936—$2,091.01.

  3. Quotation and Commentary:

    • A quotation is included, attributed to a Professor of Art, discussing the value of the activity and its significance in the field of German art. The quotation emphasizes the need for more material to establish Germany's cultural place and suggests that the activity has made significant progress in this regard.
  4. Section Title:

    • The section is titled "CENTERS FOR GERMAN ART."
    • The text discusses a proposal made in 1933 by the Executive Committee to provide grants for the purpose of making three art institutions select for special grants. The proposal involves an appropriation of $30 per annum for three years to German art centers for developing interest in German art. The funds are intended for the selection, acquisition, and exhibition of German art material.
  5. Additional Details:

    • The text mentions the Germanic Museum and its role in responding to the proposal. It notes that the museum had already purchased a considerable amount of material on their own and that the grant from the Carl Schurz Memorial Foundation was used to complete their collection and acquire the beginnings of a modern watercolor exhibition. The new material added was sufficient to arrange for three traveling exhibitions.
  6. Page Number:

    • The page number [17] is visible at the bottom right of the typed content.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a page from an annual report of the Carl Schurz Foundation from 1936. It combines handwritten notes (indicating the title and context) with typed content detailing funding allocations, institutional recipients, and a discussion of initiatives related to German art. The content reflects the foundation's efforts to support cultural and educational initiatives, particularly in the field of German art, during that period.