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The image depicts an open book or document with a label affixed to the top of one of the pages. The label reads:
"GERMANIC MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY
DOCUMENTARY SKETCHES
DRAWINGS AND WATER COLORS OF LIFE
IN AN ARIZONA MINING TOWN AND
ON THE SAN FRANCISCO WATER FRONT
BY LEWIS W. RUBENSTEIN
MAY 4TH TO JUNE 1ST, 1938"
Below the label, there is a handwritten note that says:
"Here. Reads Commercial Record.
April 1928"
Additionally, there is a small clipping from a newspaper or magazine taped to the page. The clipping is titled "Urgus Germanic Institute" and reads:
"Professor Kohler proposes Harvard Centralize
A proposal for the establishment of an
Institute of Germanic Studies at Harvard,
centralizing all the university's teaching
and research in Germanic subjects,
is contained in the annual report of Dr.
Kuno Francke, chairman of the
Germanic Museum, made public recently.
The plan, which Professor Francke said
German scholars in this country, if it is
carried out, will be of the greatest
interest in German scholarship that has
been proposed in many years.
Dr. Kohler pointed out that an institute
of this kind would be a great advantage
to the university and the country, and
urged that steps be taken to
establish it as soon as possible."
The book or document appears to be aged, with some discoloration and wear visible on the pages. The binding of the book is green.
The image shows the inside of a book from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The page features a title and author information for a publication titled "Documentary Sketches: Drawings and Water Colors of Life in an Arizona Mining Town and on the San Francisco Water Front" by Lewis W. Rubenstein. The dates listed are from May 4th to June 1st, 1938.
Below the title, there is a handwritten note dated April 1928, which reads: "Hermann Amer. recommended 8/28."
Additionally, there is a smaller printed article clipped to the page. This article, titled "Urges German Institute," discusses a proposal by Professor Kuhn to centralize the work of the German Museum at Harvard. It mentions Charles L. Kuhn, the curator of the Harvard German Museum, and highlights his argument that such centralization would stimulate interest in German culture and provide more resources for German scholars in the United States. The article emphasizes the need for an institution devoted to German studies and the suitability of the Harvard German Museum for housing the proposed institute.
The image shows a page from a book or an exhibition catalog from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The page features a taped section with the following details:
Below this, there is a handwritten note, which is not entirely clear, followed by a clipped newspaper article. The headline of the article reads, "Urges Germanic Institute," and it appears to be about a proposal for the establishment of an institute for Germanic studies at Harvard University. The article mentions Professor Kuno Francke and Charles L. Kuhn, the curator of the Harvard Germanic Museum. The article suggests that the new institute would centralize teaching and research in German arts and letters at Harvard. The clipping is slightly damaged, with some parts torn off, but the general sense is that it supports the idea of creating a dedicated space for Germanic studies.
The image depicts an exhibition pamphlet from the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition is titled "Documentary Sketches: Drawings and Water Colors of Life in an Arizona Mining Town and on the San Francisco Water Front." The artist featured in the exhibition is Lewis W. Rubenstein. The exhibition was held from May 4th to June 1st, 1938.
Additionally, there is a handwritten note at the bottom of the cover addressed to "Herrn Professor Berwald," dated August 28, 1938.
Inside the pamphlet, there is a typed proposal for the establishment of a Germanic Institute at Harvard University, authored by Professor Kuno Francke of the Department of Germanic Languages and Literatures. The proposal highlights:
The proposal underscores the unique opportunity to create a central hub for German studies, which would be beneficial for both the university and the broader scholarly community.
The image shows an open book from the collection of the Germanic Museum at Harvard University. The book contains a title page and a newspaper clipping.
Title Page:
Newspaper Clipping:
Headline: Urges Germanic Institute
Subtitle: Professor Kuhn Proposes Harvard Centralize Work of Department
Content:
The clipping discusses a proposal for establishing an institute at Harvard University to centralize all university teaching, research, and collections in German arts and letters. This proposal is made by Charles L. Kuhn, curator of the Germanic Museum. The article suggests that this institute will stimulate a greater interest in Germanic studies and will be equipped with space for a library, museum, and research facilities.
Additional Note: There is a handwritten note on the title page mentioning "Germanic Amer. commenced 1876."
This book appears to be a collection of sketches and watercolors by Lewis W. Rubenstein, focusing on life in an Arizona mining town and the San Francisco waterfront, documented during the specified dates in 1938.
The image shows an open book with several notable features:
Book Cover/Title Page:
Noted Dates and Names:
Clipped Article:
The overall appearance suggests that the book has historical significance, possibly related to the Germanic Museum at Harvard University and the efforts to promote German arts and culture during the late 1920s to 1930s.
The image shows a page from a catalogue or book, which appears to be quite old given the yellowing of the paper and the typeface used. On the right edge of the page, you can see that this is part of a bound document, as the spine of the book is visible, indicating that this page is fairly close to the front cover.
The main focus of the page is a pasted label or insert that reads:
"GERMANIC MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY
DOCUMENTARY SKETCHES
DRAWINGS AND WATER COLORS OF LIFE
IN AN ARIZONA MINING TOWN AND
ON THE SAN FRANCISCO WATER FRONT
BY LEWIS W. RUBENSTEIN
MAY 4TH TO JUNE 1ST, 1938"
Beneath this label, there is a handwritten note that seems to be referencing the exhibit mentioned above, possibly with a date "May 15, 1937," suggesting that the note or memory associated with this exhibit precedes the dates mentioned on the label.
On the left of the label, we see another piece of paper with text suggesting some discussion regarding the Germanic Museum and the university's endeavors in relation to German culture and education. The visible text also mentions the name Dr. Kuno Francke. Without the full context, it's not possible to provide a detailed understanding of this text, but it may be related to the larger context of the museum or activities related to the studies and exhibitions of German art and culture at Harvard University.
The condition and historical significance of the documents indicate they could be of interest to someone studying art history, museum history, or the specific work of Lewis W. Rubenstein and his depiction of the American West and the San Francisco waterfront during that period.
The image depicts an open book with a few notable pieces of text attached to one of the pages. The top section features a beige flyer with black text, announcing an exhibition titled "Documentary Sketches" by Lewis W. Rubenstein. The exhibition was to be held at the Germanic Museum at Harvard University from May 4th to June 1st, 1938, showcasing drawings and watercolors depicting life in an Arizona mining town and on the San Francisco waterfront.
Below the flyer, a handwritten note reads "Mrs and Commercial Trad. Apr 1938." Additionally, there is a small newspaper clipping discussing a proposal for the establishment of a Germanic Institute at Harvard University. The article highlights how the institute would centralize the work of the German studies department and increase the number of German scholars in the country, aiming to stimulate greater interest in German scholarship than existed in the past. Dr. Kahn, mentioned in the clipping, suggests that the institute, dedicated to German culture, would be adequately equipped with space for libraries and offices.
The image shows an open book or album with a label and a newspaper clipping attached to one of the pages.
The label at the top reads:
"GERMANIC MUSEUM, HARVARD UNIVERSITY
DOCUMENTARY SKETCHES
DRAWINGS AND WATER COLORS OF LIFE IN AN ARIZONA MINING TOWN AND ON THE SAN FRANCISCO WATER FRONT
By LEWIS W. RUBENSTEIN
MAY 4TH TO JUNE 1ST, 1938"
Below the label, there is a clipping from a newspaper or periodical headlined "Urges Germanic Institute." It discusses a proposal made by Professor Kuhn to establish an institute of German studies at Harvard to centralize work and research in German arts and letters, supported by Dr. Charles L. Kuhn, curator of the Harvard Germanic Museum. It mentions the need for space for libraries, classrooms, and offices and states that the Germanic Museum is well suited to house the proposed institute.
There is also some handwritten text above the clipping, though it is faint and partially illegible. The handwriting appears to say "German Amer. Commercial..." followed by "Apr. 1928."
The book page is part of a larger bound volume with a green cloth cover visible on the right side of the image. The page edges show some yellowing, indicating age.
The image shows an open book with a title page and handwritten annotations. The book is titled "Documentary Sketches: Drawings and Water Colors of Life in an Arizona Mining Town and on the San Francisco Water Front" by Lewis W. Rubenstein, dated May 4th to June 1st, 1938. The book is associated with the Germanic Museum at Harvard University.
Below the title page, there is a typed document titled "Urges Germanic Institute", which appears to be a letter or memo from Professor Kuhn, Professor of Germanic Studies at Harvard, dated April 9, 1938. The document discusses a proposal to establish an institute of German studies at Harvard, emphasizing the growing interest in German scholarship and the need for dedicated facilities such as libraries, classrooms, and offices. The Germanic Museum is mentioned as an ideal location for housing the proposed institute.
Handwritten notes are visible on the title page and the typed document. The handwriting includes the name "Henn. Ruder Communicate Field" and the date "Apr 9 '38", likely indicating a note or annotation made by someone reviewing or referencing the document. The overall appearance suggests this is an archival or historical document, possibly from a collection of letters, reports, or records related to academic or institutional matters.