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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with two articles pasted on one of its pages. The page is dated "Sept. 29" in handwriting. The two articles are as follows:

1. The article on the left, titled "Cabbages and Kings," is from the section "The Music Makers." It describes an event where a team of workmen from Holland assembled a modern classical organ at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The article details the reactions of attendees, including a woman who speaks Dutch and expresses her admiration for the organ, and Mr. Flentrop, who explains the organ's features and history. The organ, named "Biggie," is praised for its beautiful sound, and the article concludes with the attendees looking forward to the organ's first public performance.

2. The article on the right is from "The Harvard Crimson" and continues the story of the organ's assembly. It describes the organ, "Biggie," being ready to play, with attendees gathering to hear it. The article details the challenges faced during the event, including a leaking pipe that is temporarily fixed with scotch tape. Mr. Flentrop, the organ builder, and his team work to address the issue, and the article concludes with the hope that the organ will be fully functional for its first performance. The piece is written by Stephen C. Clapp.

The page appears to be part of a collection, possibly a personal scrapbook, dedicated to this specific event or topic.

The image shows a two-page spread from a book or magazine, featuring an article titled "Cabbages and Kings: The Music Makers."

Left Page Summary:

The left page contains the beginning of the article "The Music Makers." The text describes the establishment of a modern classical organ in the Dutch town of Zuidlaren, which had been largely unknown until this event. The new organ, located at the Burch-Reisinger Museum, attracted music lovers and received enthusiastic feedback.

A humorous story is recounted involving E. Power Biggs, a well-known organist, who expressed his eagerness to play the new organ. Biggs humorously remarked on the difficulty of understanding Dutch and the unusual experience of having to play an organ in a blue chemisé (a term used to describe the organ's unusual appearance). Dirk Flentrop, a renowned organ builder, joked about the organ’s age and its condition, noting it was treated like an antique despite being new.

Right Page Summary:

The right page continues with the article titled "The Harvard Crimson," featuring a subheading or continuation that appears to narrate a concert event.

The text describes a concert where E. Power Biggs and Dirk Flentrop performed. The audience was amused by the ritual of filling the organ pipes with champagne, a medieval custom. Mrs. Biggs was tasked with pouring the champagne, and she humorously struggled with the tap. The event proceeded with laughter and light-hearted moments, including a playful interaction with the wine and glasses.

The article ends with a description of the music played during the concert and a light note on the event's success, mentioning that the organ was finally unveiled and played by Mr. Biggs.

Additionally, the right page includes a handwritten date, "Sept. 29," and some signatures or autographs at the bottom, likely from the people involved in the event.

The image shows two newspaper clippings placed inside a book. Here is a detailed summary of each:

Left Clipping:

Headline: CABBAGES AND KINGS
Subheading: The Music Makers

The article describes a unique event at the Busch-Reisinger Museum where a team of workers from Zandam, Holland, assembled a modern classical organ. The event attracted music lovers and featured E. Power Biggs playing the organ after its completion. The article includes anecdotes and details about the assembly process and the workers' experiences, such as:

• The workers speaking Dutch and the challenges of communication.
• A builder, Dirk Flentrop, explaining the meticulous process of building the organ and the custom of drinking from the organ pipe.
• The organ's intricate details and the workers' pride in their craft.

Right Clipping:

Headline: THE HARVARD CRIMSON
Date: September 29

This article details a humorous account of the same event, focusing on the playful drinking custom from the organ pipes. Key points include:

• The workers filling the organ pipes with champagne and everyone drinking from them.
• The humorous reactions of the attendees, including a lady in a blue dress and Mr. Flentrop.
• The article mentions the custom of drinking from the pipes and the reactions of the guests, with a focus on the jovial atmosphere.
• The end of the concert and the subsequent party where the organ pipes were used for drinking.
• A photograph of the event is mentioned as being sent to the Christian Advocate.

Both articles capture the excitement and cultural significance of the organ's completion, highlighting the blend of traditional craftsmanship and festive celebration.

The image shows an open book, specifically a newspaper or magazine, with two distinct articles on display.

1. Left Page:

   • The headline reads "Cabbages and Kings: The Music Makers."
   • The article discusses an event where a group of workmen from Zandvoort, Holland, assembled a new modern classical organ at Busch-Reisinger Museum.
   • The text mentions that the christening of the organ featured E. Power Biggs and free drinks for attendees. It describes the atmosphere of the event, where the organ was played and the audience enjoyed the music.
   • There is a mention of an organ built two hundred years ago and its continued use, indicating its reliability. The organ was described as having a "logic, not electricity."
   • Dirk Flentrop, the organ builder, is quoted explaining the custom of drinking from the organ pipe, a practice he inherited from his father.
   • The article notes the excitement of the attendees and the harmonious sound of the organ.

2. Right Page:

   • The headline reads "THE HARVARD CRIMSON."
   • This article continues the story from the left page, detailing the christening event more vividly.
   • It describes the organ playing and the audience's reaction, including a custom where champagne is poured into the organ pipe and everyone drinks from it.
   • There's a humorous account of a mishap where the wine spills, and everyone attempts to repair the pipe with scotch tape.
   • The article concludes with a light-hearted mention of the event being photographed and sent to the Christian Advocate, with a note about the organist's skill and the overall enjoyment of the event.

The book itself has some handwritten notes, including a signature "Crimson" and the date "Sept. 29" on the right page. The left page also has some handwritten notes in the margins. The book's cover is visible, showing it has a green spine.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine from the 1960s, titled "Cabbages and Kings: The Music Makers," featuring an article from the Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper at Harvard University.

The article describes an event where a group of organ builders from Zandvoort, Holland, assembled a modern classical organ at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The event was attended by music lovers and featured a performance by E. Power Biggs, an organist, along with free drinks. The article includes several quotes from attendees:

1. A Dutchman in a blue shirt expresses confusion about the organ's mechanics and its workings.
2. Organ builder Dirk Flentrop explains that they do not take customers to see their old organs but that their work is still effective, even after two hundred years.
3. Another quote mentions a humorous anecdote involving a broken glass and a suggestion to try a specific organist, Steuben.

The second part of the article, also from the Harvard Crimson, recounts the event after the organ performance. Biggs played works by Jan Pieterszoon Sweelinck, Bach, and others. Post-performance, the party moved to a room where a four-foot organ pipe was dismantled. The article humorously recounts an incident where wine spills from a pipe, leading to an amusing sequence involving the use of Scotch tape and the organist’s efforts to prevent further leaks.

The article is signed by Stevens C. Clapp, who presumably wrote or contributed to the piece. There are also some handwritten notes and annotations on the page.

The image shows an open page of a book or a scrapbook. There are two newspaper clippings pasted onto the page. The first clipping, titled "Cabbages and Kings," discusses an event where a group of organists and friends gathered to christen a new modern classical organ. The article mentions that the organ was built by workmen from Zundam, Holland, and features a colonial blown-glass bottle with a mechanized jig. The second clipping, titled "The Harvard Crimson," is a humorous piece about an organ recital by E. Power Biggs. It describes a chaotic scene where the organ leaks, wine is spilled, and the audience and performers struggle to manage the situation. The page also has handwritten notes in the margins and on the side, including dates and the word "Crimson." The overall tone of the clippings is light-hearted and satirical.

The image shows an open book or scrapbook. On the right side, there's an article clipped from a newspaper or magazine titled "The Music Makers," which appears to discuss a classical organ event attended by various enthusiasts and experts in the field. The language of the snippet suggests a light-hearted or amusing tone toward the event being described.

There's also a header "Cabbages and Kings" above the title of the article, which might be a section or column in the publication from which it was clipped. At the bottom right of the page, there is a logo or heading that reads "THE HARVARD CRIMSON," indicating that the article might be from a publication affiliated with Harvard University.

On the left page, there is handwriting that reads "Crimson Sept. 29," which might indicate the source and date when the article was published.

The left page also has a side margin with a green bookmark or ribbon, while the top corner has what appears to be a portion of another page or paper sticking out. There are shadows indicating the thickness of the pages and the depth of the book or scrapbook.

The image shows an open book or album with two newspaper clippings pasted on the right-hand page. The clippings feature text from articles, with one titled "The Music Makers" under the heading "Cabbages and Kings" and the other appearing to be from "The Harvard Crimso..." (likely "The Harvard Crimson"). The articles seem related to a musical event or a concert involving an organ and musical performances. The page also has handwritten text in pencil, which includes the word "Crimson" and a date that appears to be "Sept. 29." The book has a green cover visible at the top left, and the edges of the pasted clippings show some discoloration or aging. The right side of the page also has a paper flap folded outward.

The image shows an open book with two visible pages, each featuring text and some handwritten annotations. The left page is titled "Some Weeks, Music Makers" and discusses a musical event involving an organ at the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The text describes the organ's construction, its features, and reactions from attendees, including anecdotes about the organ's sound and performance. Handwritten notes appear in the margins, including the words "Ese Sept" and a signature that reads "Crummon Sept. 29."

The right page is titled "The Harvard Crimson" and appears to be a news or feature article from The Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper. The article recounts a humorous incident involving an organ performance at a concert. It describes the organ's construction, a mishap with wine spilling onto the organ pipes, and the reactions of attendees, including a quote from a person named Mr. Flentrop. The text includes dialogue and commentary, creating a lighthearted narrative about the event.

Both pages are part of a book with a green spine and white pages, suggesting it is a collection of articles, essays, or literary works. The handwritten notes on the left page indicate that the book may have been annotated or used for personal reference or study. The overall presentation suggests a historical or archival context, possibly from the early to mid-20th century, given the style of the text and the handwriting.

The image shows an open book with two pages displaying text. The book appears to be a novel or a collection of stories, as the text is formatted in a narrative style with dialogue and descriptive passages. The pages have a vintage look, with slightly yellowed edges and a worn appearance, suggesting that it is an older book. The text is written in black ink and is arranged in paragraphs, with some sections highlighted in italics or bold font. The content of the text seems to be a fictional story, with characters and events described in detail.