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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1960-1962

ARCH.2013.5.9, Rendition: 797106

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The image shows an open book with a list of names and titles, likely from a formal event or organization. The document appears to be from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated November 20, 1961.

Contents of the Document:

  1. Heading:

    • "Cambridge Society for Early Music"

  2. Board of Directors:

    • President: Mr. Harry L. Kraus
    • Vice President: Mrs. Eric Heaz
    • Secretary: Mrs. Margaret E. Crosby
    • Treasurer: Mrs. S. Roy Burroughs
    • Members:
      • Mr. Leo L. Beranek
      • Mr. Leonard Berkley
      • Mr. David M. Davis
      • Mr. Geoffrey H. Gifford
      • Mr. John Gozzer
      • Mrs. John L. Loeb
      • Miss Laura W. Hill, Executive Secretary

  3. Usher's Committee:

    • Miss Bessy White
    • Miss Sterling Dove, III

  4. Patrons and Associate Members (1961):

    • A long list of names, including Mr. and Mrs. Jose de Varon, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Abernathy, and many others.

Additional Notes:

  • There is a handwritten note at the top of the right page that reads "November 20, 1961."
  • Another handwritten note at the bottom of the right page reads "[after-concert reception held at Museum]."

The document seems to be a formal program or directory for an event held by the Cambridge Society for Early Music, listing the board of directors, ushers, and patrons/associate members. The handwritten notes indicate specific details about the event date and a post-concert reception.

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The image is a scanned page from a document related to the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated November 20, 1961. Here's a detailed summary of its contents:

  1. Board of Directors:

    • Harry J. Kraut, President
    • Overton H. Taylor, Secretary
    • Eric Herre, Vice President
    • Roy Burroughs, Treasurer

    Other members listed include:

    • Leo L. Beranek
    • John N. Burke
    • Chilton R. Carot
    • John W. Coberly
    • William H. Drury, Jr.
    • George H. Gofford
    • John Grover
    • John W. Armstrong
    • Roy L. McDonald
    • Laura W. Hill, Executive Secretary

  2. Ushers Committee:

    • Co-Chairmen: Betsy Witte, Sterling Dow, III

  3. Patrons and Associate Members (1961):
    The document lists a large number of patrons and associate members, including:

    • Mr. and Mrs. Jose de Varcon
    • Mrs. Sterling Dow
    • Mr. and Mrs. James E. Eastman
    • Mr. and Mrs. Otto Eckstein
    • Mr. and Mrs. John T. Edsall
    • Mr. and Mrs. Richard S. Emmet, Jr.
    • Dr. and Mrs. Albert C. England, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Fay
    • Mr. and Mrs. Murray Forbes, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Carl J. Friedrich
    • Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Garber
    • Mr. and Mrs. Theodore S. Goldman
    • Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hamlin, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Harold Heins
    • Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Held
    • Mr. and Mrs. Edward Hale
    • Mr. and Mrs. Harold Hein
    • Mr. and Mrs. David D. Jacobus
    • Mr. and Mrs. William B. King
    • Mr. and Mrs. Stanley R. Kittredge
    • Mr. and Mrs. Harry J. Kraut
    • Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lamson
    • Mr. and Mrs. William L. Langer
    • Mr. and Mrs. William C. Lowdermilk
    • Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. L. McIlwain
    • Mr. and Mrs. Norman F. Ramsey
    • Mr. and Mrs. John W. Richards
    • Mr. and Mrs. John H. Rogers
    • Mr. and Mrs. Pierre T. Stoffyn
    • Mr. and Mrs. Edgar B. Taft
    • Mr. and Mrs. Charles H. Taylor
    • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur B. Vershbow

    The document also includes a note of thanks to friends who have helped the society by their contributions.

  4. Annotations:

    • There is a handwritten note on the top right corner of the page, indicating the date "November 20, 1961".
    • There is another handwritten note at the bottom right corner that reads: "After-concert reception held at Museum".

The document appears to be an organizational record, listing key personnel, committee members, and patrons associated with the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

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The image shows an open page from a program or booklet of the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated November 20, 1961. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Board of Directors:

    • President: Mr. Harry J. Kraut
    • Vice President: Mr. Eric Herz
    • Secretary: Mrs. Overton H. Taylor
    • Treasurer: Mrs. S. Roy Burroughs
    • Members: Includes Mr. Leo L. Beranek, Mr. John N. Burke, Mrs. Chilton R. Carot, Mrs. William H. Drury Jr., Mr. George H. Gifford, Mr. William H. Drey, Jr., Mr. John W. Armstrong, Mrs. Adolph Ulman, and Miss Laura W. Hill (Executive Secretary).

  2. Ushers Committee:

    • Co-Chairmen: Miss Betsy White and Mrs. Sterling Dow, III

  3. Patrons and Associate Members - 1961:

    • Lists numerous individuals and couples who were patrons and associate members for the year 1961. Some of the names include:
      • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Abrahams
      • Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick W. Atwood
      • Mr. and Mrs. David A. Barbour
      • Mrs. William H. Drury, Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drey
      • Mr. and Mrs. Gordon W. Allport
      • Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. MacWilliams
      • Dr. and Mrs. William H. H. Quinby
      • Mr. and Mrs. John W. Armstrong
      • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Burghardt
      • Mr. and Mrs. Roy Burroughs
      • Mr. and Mrs. John N. Burke
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drey Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drury Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Gifford
      • Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Dunham
      • Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Dow
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drey
      • Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. MacWilliams
      • Mr. and Mrs. James E. Eastman
      • Mr. and Mrs. William E. Eastman
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Gifford
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drury Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Dunham
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drey Jr.
      • And many more, including various couples and individuals listed alphabetically.

  4. Additional Note:

    • There is a handwritten note on the right page saying, "after-concert reception held at Museum."

The page also contains the society's logo at the top, which features a musical note with a treble clef. The bottom of the page shows the date and a handwritten note about the reception, indicating the event took place in 1961.

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The image shows a page from an old book or report, specifically a document listing the Cambridge Society for Early Music for the year 1961. The page is divided into several sections:

  1. Board of Directors:

    • The President is Mr. Harry J. Kraut.
    • The Vice President is Mr. Eric Herz.
    • The Secretary is Mrs. Overton H. Taylor.
    • The Treasurer is Mrs. S. Roy Burroughs.
    • Additional directors listed include Mr. Leo L. Benveniste, Mr. John N. Burke, Mr. Leonard R. Carot, among others.
    • The Executive Secretary is Miss Laura W. Hill.

  2. Ushers Committee:

    • Co-chairmen are Miss Betsy Witte and Mrs. Sterling Dow, III.

  3. Patrons and Associate Members:

    • The list includes names of individuals and couples who are patrons and associate members of the society for the year 1961. Notable names include:
      • Mr. and Mrs. Jose de Varon
      • Mr. and Mrs. Sterling Dow
      • Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick W. Axkoyd
      • Several others, such as Dr. and Mrs. Charles H. Beebe, and many more.

At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note mentioning an "after-concert reception held at Museum."

The book appears to be from a period when the Cambridge Society for Early Music was active, and it includes names of important patrons and members who contributed to its activities. The page is part of an archival document, likely intended for historical reference.

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The image shows an open program booklet for the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated November 20, 1961. The left page lists the Board of Directors, Ushers Committee, and Patrons and Associate Members for the year 1961. Key individuals mentioned include Harry J. Kraut as President, Eric Herze as Vice President, and Overton H. Taylor as Secretary, among others.

The right page continues with the list of Patrons and Associate Members. At the top of the right page, there is a handwritten note that says "November 20, 1961." At the bottom of the right page, another handwritten note reads, "Easter concert reception held at Museum."

The booklet includes detailed names and titles, suggesting a formal event, with specific committees and supporters acknowledged. The handwritten notes provide additional context about the date and an event related to the society.

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The image displays a page from a program or booklet for the Cambridge Society for Early Music, dated 1961. The content includes several sections:

  1. Header:

    • The name of the organization: "Cambridge Society for Early Music."
    • The volume and issue number: "Nervenben 20, 1961."

  2. Board of Directors:

    • President: Mr. Harry J. Kraut
    • First Vice President: Mr. Eric Herz
    • Secretary: Mrs. Overton H. Taylor
    • Treasurer: Mrs. S. Roy Burroughs
    • Additional directors listed include:
      • Mrs. Leo L. Beranek
      • Mr. John L. Burk
      • Mr. Leonard Burkat
      • Mrs. Chilton R. Cabot
      • Mr. John H. Davison
      • Mr. George H. Gofford
      • Mr. John Grozier
      • Mrs. Robert W. King
      • Mr. George Lyman
      • Mr. Robert Middleton
      • Mr. George W. Woodworth
    • Executive Secretary: Miss Laura W. Hill

  3. Ushers Committee:

    • Chaired by Miss Betsy Wittie, with Mrs. Sterling Dow, III as Co-Chairmen.

  4. Patrons and Associate Members – 1961:

    • A list of individuals and couples who are patrons and associate members. Some of the names include:
      • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Abrahams
      • Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Annis
      • Mrs. James S. Ballantine
      • Mr. and Mrs. Henry P. Beede
      • Mr. and Mrs. John Nicholas Brown
      • Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Clarke
      • Mr. and Mrs. Edwin F. Cave
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Claflin
      • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Drury, Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. John E. Eckelmann
      • Mr. and Mrs. William M. Fitts
      • Mr. and Mrs. Frederick M. Garland
      • Mr. and Mrs. John T. Gifford
      • Mr. and Mrs. William J. Gledhill
      • Mr. and Mrs. Richard Hale
      • Mr. and Mrs. John D. Hamilton
      • Mr. and Mrs. William A. Jackson
      • Mrs. Philip L. Barbour, Sr.
      • And many others.

  5. Handwritten Note:

    • At the bottom, there is a handwritten note mentioning "after concert reception help at Museum."

  6. Acknowledgement:

    • The society expresses thanks to the friends who helped the cause with their many and generous contributions.

Overall, the image provides detailed information about the organizational structure and supporters of the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1961.

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The image shows an open book with a typed page laid across it. The typed page contains lists of names under various headings related to the Cambridge Society for Early Music in 1961.

On the left side of the typed page:

  • There is the logo of the Cambridge Society for Early Music at the top.
  • Underneath the logo, it says "BOARD OF DIRECTORS" with a list of names including Mr. Harry J. Kraut (President) and Mr. Eric Herz (Vice President).
  • Below the Board of Directors, there is a section for the "USHERS COMMITTEE," listing Miss Betsy Wythe and Mrs. Sterling Dow as Co-Chairmen.
  • Following this is a list titled "PATRONS AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS - 1961," which includes numerous names.

On the right side of the typed page:

  • The heading reads "PATRONS AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS – 1961."
  • This is a continuation of the list of names of patrons and associate members affiliated with the society.

The underlying book's page visible beneath the typed sheet has a handwritten note in purple ink at the bottom right side that reads: "[after - concert reception held at Museum]." At the top center of the page, there is also a handwritten date "November 20, 1961."

The entire scene gives the impression of documentation or archival material related to a 1961 event or membership details for the Cambridge Society for Early Music.

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This image features an open book or booklet displaying two pages. The left page is headed "CAMBRIDGE SOCIETY FOR EARLY MUSIC" and lists the Board of Directors, the Ushers Committee, and the Patrons and Associate Members for the year 1961. The right page continues the list of Patrons and Associate Members. Both pages contain several columns of names with various titles and positions within the society, indicating a structured organization likely dedicated to the promotion or appreciation of early music in the Cambridge area.

Additionally, there is a handwritten note on the top-right corner of the right page indicating the date "November 20, 1961." On the lower right side, outside the booklet, another handwritten note reads "[after concert reception held at Museum]" which likely refers to an event associated with the society that was celebrated at a museum following a concert. The photograph seems to capture a historic record or archival document related to the society's activities and members.

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The image shows an open book, likely a program or a commemorative publication, featuring two pages filled with lists of individuals. The left page is titled "BOARD OF DIRECTORS" and lists the names of individuals associated with the Cambridge Society for Early Music, including the President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and other officers. The names are presented in a formal, structured format, with titles such as "Mr.," "Mrs.," and "Miss" preceding each name. The right page is titled "PATRONS AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS – 1961" and lists a long roster of individuals who supported or contributed to the society. The names are similarly formatted, with titles and surnames clearly visible.

Key Observations:

  1. Left Page:

    • Title: "BOARD OF DIRECTORS"
    • Content: Lists the officers and members of the board, including:
      • President: Mr. Harry J. Kraut
      • Vice President: Mr. Eric Herz
      • Secretary: Mrs. Overton H. Taylor
      • Treasurer: Mrs. S. Roy Burroughs
      • Co-Chairmen: Miss Betsy White, Miss Sterling Dow, III
      • Executive Secretary: Miss Laura W. Hill
    • Additional Names: Includes other board members such as Mr. Leo L. Bernstein, Mr. John L. Burke, Mr. Leonard Buskat, and others.

  2. Right Page:

    • Title: "PATRONS AND ASSOCIATE MEMBERS – 1961"
    • Content: Lists a comprehensive roster of patrons and associate members, including:
      • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Abraham
      • Mr. and Mrs. Frederick W. Ackoyd
      • Mr. and Mrs. Thomas E. Adams
      • Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Alexander
      • Mr. and Mrs. Albert W. Alport
      • Mr. and Mrs. John Armstrong
      • Mrs. Killian Barnett
      • Mr. and Mrs. David M. Bernstein
      • Miss Elizabeth L. Benner
      • Mr. and Mrs. Leo L. Benatek
      • Miss Elizabeth Bode
      • Mr. Ewin Bodky
    • Additional Names: Includes many other patrons and associate members, such as Mr. and Mrs. John D. MacWilliams, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Loud, Mr. and Mrs. Kalman Novak, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel L. Slosberg, Mr. and Mrs. Oliver H. Straus, Mr. and Mrs. Adolph Ullman, Mr. and Mrs. Edward B. Witten, and many more.

  3. Handwritten Notes:

    • At the top of the left page, there is a handwritten note that reads "November 20, 1961".
    • At the bottom of the right page, there is a handwritten note that reads "aplos-concert reception held at Museum", indicating that a concert reception took place at a museum on that date.

Contextual Clues:

  • The document appears to be from 1961, as indicated by the title of the right page and the handwritten date.
  • The Cambridge Society for Early Music is the organization being referenced, as indicated by the text at the top of the left page and the formal structure of the lists.
  • The handwritten notes suggest that this document may have been used to record events or acknowledgments related to the society's activities.

Summary:

The image depicts a formal document from the Cambridge Society for Early Music, listing the Board of Directors and Patrons and Associate Members for the year 1961. The document includes detailed names and titles of individuals who supported or were involved with the society. Handwritten notes indicate a concert reception held at a museum on November 20, 1961. The overall layout and content suggest this is a commemorative or archival publication.

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The image is a photograph of a book, specifically a membership directory of the Cambridge Society for Early Music. The book is open to a page with handwritten notes in purple ink. The page has a list of names, including the Board of Directors, Ushers Committee, and Patrons and Associate Members for the year 1961. The names are listed in alphabetical order, and the list includes the names of individuals and their affiliations. The handwritten note at the bottom of the page reads "after - concert reception held at Museum".