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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing newspaper clippings. The clippings are from a publication dated January 28, 1970. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

1. Top Clipping:

   • The main headline reads "Mather?"
   • Below the headline is an illustration of a crest or coat of arms featuring several human figures.
   • The article discusses the design of Mather House, a dormitory at Harvard University, and its amenities. It mentions that Mather House will provide an Eastern light to the Yard and includes details about its construction and features.
   • The article also mentions that a stained glass window from the Busch-Reisinger Museum will be installed in the building.
   • It continues on page six.

2. Left Clipping:

   • This clipping appears to be an advertisement or a schedule for a series of films titled "The Damned."
   • It lists the showtimes for various films such as "Day of the Triffids," "The Bride of Frankenstein," "Son of Dracula," "Barbarella," and "Voyage to the End of the E1."
   • The films are scheduled for different times on Tuesday, January 27, and Wednesday, January 28.

3. Bottom Clipping:

   • This is a continuation of the article about Mather House from page one.
   • It discusses the process of students moving into the new Mather House and the logistics involved.
   • The article mentions that the move was delayed due to construction issues and that students were temporarily housed in Leverett House.
   • It also includes comments from students and administrators about the moving process and the amenities of the new dormitory.
   • The article concludes by mentioning that the move was completed by the end of the week.

The clippings are neatly arranged in the scrapbook, suggesting they were saved for their historical or personal significance.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from January 28, 1970, with several articles and a partial page of content related to the Mather House at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Corner:

   • Headline: "Dark and Distant Places"
   • Subtitle: "An Anthology of Horror and Science Fiction"
   • The article mentions a book and its publication details.

2. Top Center:

   • Article titled "Father?" with a subtitle "Last Week: These Are The Damned At!"
   • It lists a variety of horror-themed events:
     • "Day of the Triffids at 5:20, January 20th"
     • "The Bride of Frankenstein" performance times
     • "Son of Dracula" at 5:25, 6:15, 8:25
     • "Barbarbara" at 1:10 and 1:55
     • "Voyage to the End of the Universe" at 7:00
     • "It Came from Outer Space" at 5:25, 9:25, and 12:15
     • "It Conquered the World" at 5:25 and 12:15
     • "The Haunted Earth" at 4:25
     • "The Giant Ants" at 5:30, 8:50, and midnight

3. Top Right:

   • Illustration of a map or architectural design with the caption: "The newly designed Mather House shield is highlighted by three dancing flames. A new exhibit at the Peabody Museum will be installed on a pedestal in the courtyard."
   • A mention of Philip D. Irwin, who moved into the Mather House at 8:00 am.

4. Bottom Section:

   • Title: "Mather" (Continued from Page One)
   • Details about the Mather House:
     • It was inaugurated with a new library and a move-in for students.
     • John J. Gilman, the Supervisor of the House Libraries, acquired 2,000 new books.
     • The library’s quality is highlighted as better than the usual Harvard library standards.
     • Construction began in 1963, with groundbreaking in 1964, and the building was completed in 1967.
     • The article mentions a significant amount of funding from the "Gift for a Ten-Month House Program."

The entire spread highlights the news and events related to the new and expanded Mather House at Harvard, including its new library and student accommodations, as well as some entertainment events that were scheduled during that week.

The image shows an open book or scrapbook with two newspaper clippings pasted on one of the pages. The page is dated Wednesday, January 28, 1970. The clippings are as follows:

1. The top clipping is an article titled "Mother?" which discusses the newly designed Mather House shield, featuring three dancing ions. It also mentions that the shield will be installed on a pedestal in the courtyard. The article goes on to describe the living arrangements and comforts in Mather, including that each resident has a single room with a private bath, and that the house is fully carpeted. It notes that construction of Mather began in 1967, with most of the funding coming from a gift by Mrs. Timothy Healy. The article also mentions that the total cost of the building is about $6.7 million. There is a related illustration of the shield with three ions.

2. The bottom clipping continues the article about Mather. It describes the Radcliffe gift, which helped start the construction of Mather. The article details that the building plans were designed with flexibility for future changes. It also notes that the construction of Mather has influenced plans for other houses, leading to the elimination of some dining halls. The article also mentions that the total cost of the building is approximately $6.7 million, with funds raised through the "Gift for a Tenure House" program.

The text at the top left of the page seems to be an unrelated clipping, possibly about a book or an article titled "Dark and Distant Places," mentioning various literary works and events such as "The Damned at 1," "Day of the Triffids," and "The Bride of Frankenstein," along with their respective times and dates for showings. It also includes a mention of a "Mather House" event at 8:00 p.m. in the lounge.

The image shows a page from a newspaper dated Wednesday, January 28, 1970. The page contains several movie listings and an article about the newly designed "Mather House" at a university.

Movie Listings:

The section titled "Dark and Distant Places" includes an anthology of horror and sci-fi movies playing that week:

1. These Are The Damned at 1

   • Joseph Losey's science-fiction thriller.
   • Showing at 1 PM, 4:30 PM, and 8 PM.
   • Rating: X (suitable for adults only).

2. The Brides of Frankenstein combined with Son of Dracula at 2:25, 5:15, 8:05

   • Classic horror films.

3. Barbarella at 1, 7:10, and 10 PM

   • A science-fiction film starring Jane Fonda.

4. Voyage to the End of the Universe at 3:05 PM

   • A Czech sci-fi film.

5. It Conquered the World and X: The Unknown

   • Two B-movies shown together at 6:15 PM, 9:25 PM, and 12:15 AM.

6. This Island Earth at 7:32 PM

   • A 1950s science fiction film.

7. Them! at 5:30, 8:50, and Midnight

   • A classic giant ant sci-fi movie.

Article: "Mather"

The article is a continuation from a previous page and discusses the history and renovation of Mather House, one of the undergraduate residences at Harvard University.

Key Points:

• Philip D. Irwin, who lived in Mather House when it was still known as Radcliffe's "North House," got married there.
• The original Mather House was built in a neo-Georgian style, opening in 1930.
• In 1964, a new Mather House was planned, with construction beginning in 1966.
• The new design, costing around $9.5 million, was created by Perry, Dean, and Stewart.
• The new Mather House includes unique features such as a courtyard, a single room within the suite for the Resident Tutor, and carpet-tiling machines in the dining hall.
• The renovation aimed to provide modern amenities and more spacious living quarters for students.

The image shows a page from a newspaper dated Wednesday, January 28, 1970. The page contains several clippings and articles about various events and topics.

1. Top Left Corner:

   • A small article fragment about a historical figure, likely mentioning a place named "Mother," and the simple story of keeping one's place.

2. Top Right Corner:

   • An article titled "Dark and Distant Places," an anthology of horror and science fiction stories. The article lists various events, including:
     • "These Are The Damned at 1" on Thursday, January 29.
     • "Day of the Triffids at 5:20" on Friday, January 30.
     • "The Bride of Frankenstein" continuing at 8:30.
     • "Son of Dracula at 5:25" and "Barbarella at 1:10" on Saturday, January 31.
     • "Voyage to the End of the Universe" and other science fiction titles at various times.
     • A mention of the Mather House shield design.

3. Middle Right Side:

   • An article titled "Mother?" discussing the newly designed Mather House. It highlights that everyone is guaranteed a single room within their suite and mentions the first student to move into Mather House, Philip D. Irwin.

4. Bottom Section:

   • A continuation of the article titled "Mother," which starts from page one. It discusses the history of Mather House, including:
     • The move of a Radcliffe girl into the Lowell suites.
     • The purchase of 2000 new books by John J. Gillen, Supervisor of the House Libraries.
     • The origins of the Mather House fund, established in 1967 with a $1.5 million donation from the Ford Foundation.
     • The construction of Mather House, which began in 1962 and was completed in 1964.

The page provides a mix of entertainment listings and informative articles about university life, particularly focusing on Mather House and its facilities.

The image depicts pages from an old newspaper, specifically the Harvard Crimson from Wednesday, January 28, 1970. The pages are focused on a feature story about the new Mather House at Harvard University.

Key points from the newspaper pages include:

1. Mather House Introduction:

   • The article discusses the newly designed Mather House, which is highlighted by three dancing lions.
   • Philip D. Irwin, the first student to move into Mather, is mentioned. He moved in on January 27.

2. History and Construction:

   • The house was named after President Pusey, who was the president from 1853 to 1860.
   • The construction of Mather was initially planned to begin in 1962 but was delayed due to the University needing to buy out a few small parcels of land.
   • The construction was resumed in 1966, and the building was completed in 1969.
   • The house was designed by the architectural firm of Perry, Shaw, and Hitchcock.

3. Library and Books:

   • The library at Mather House contains 2000 new books, with plans to increase this number to 5000 by the spring.
   • The library was established to emphasize quality over quantity.

4. Cost and Features:

   • The building cost $2.5 million, with $1.5 million coming from the "Gift for a Mather House" and other sources.
   • Mather House is a part of the Harvard College Program.

5. Student Life:

   • Each student in Mather is guaranteed a single room.
   • The house features a modern dining hall and other amenities.

6. Additional Articles:

   • The front page features a list of events and showtimes for various performances and movies at Harvard, including "The Damned at 1," "The Triffids at 5:20," "The Bride of Frankenstein at 8," "Son of Dracula at 5:30," "Barbarella at 1:10," and "Voyage to the End of the Universe at 8."

The newspaper provides a snapshot of life and events at Harvard University in early 1970, emphasizing the introduction and significance of the new Mather House.

The image showcases a page from a book or scrapbook where a newspaper or magazine article has been pasted. The article is dated Wednesday, January 28, 1970, and the heading at the top says "Mather." The article itself seems to be related to a particular house or potentially a college house, as there is a mention of a newly designed shield for Mather House and a discussion regarding the experiences of living there, including a quote from an individual about the room sizes.

Part of the article is cut off, and it's clipped with the annotation "CLIP AND SAVE" at the bottom. The article continues on another page, which isn't visible in the image. There's also a smaller headline above that reads "DARK AND DISTANT PLACES" which suggests the article discusses locations or events of a perhaps mysterious or esoteric nature. Additionally, there are listings for events such as "Day of the Triffids" at specified times, indicating some kind of schedule, possibly related to broadcast or screening times for films or shows.

The book or scrapbook onto which the article has been pasted lies open, and we can see the edges of other pages, indicating it may contain more clippings or entries of similar nature.

The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page is titled "Dark and Distant Places" and appears to be a listing or index of various entries, possibly from a catalog or anthology. Each entry includes a title, date, and brief description. Examples include:

• "These Are the Damned" (January 24, 1970)
• "Day of the Trifid" (January 31, 1970)
• "The Bride of Frankenstein" (January 31, 1970)
• "Son of Dracula" (January 31, 1970)
• "Barbarella" (January 31, 1970)
• "Voyage to the End of the Universe" (February 7, 1970)
• "It Came From Outer Space" (February 14, 1970)
• "It Conquered the World!" (February 21, 1970)
• "Them!" (February 28, 1970)
• "Giant" (February 28, 1970)

The right page is an article titled "Mather", dated Wednesday, January 28, 1970. The article discusses the Mather House, a newly designed building. Key points from the article include:

• The Mather House shield is highlighted, featuring three dancing lions.
• The building is described as being installed on a pedestal in the Busch-Reisinger Museum.
• Philip D. Irwin, a student, is mentioned as the first to move into the Mather House.
• The article notes that the Mather House is part of a larger project, with a campaign to fundraise $8 million for a Mather House Fund.
• The Mather House is part of the Herald College Program.
• Construction of the Mather House was delayed due to broken building materials and the need to eliminate a carpet-rotting machine in the dining hall.

The layout includes a small illustration or diagram near the top of the right page, which appears to depict a stylized design or emblem related to the Mather House. The overall design suggests the book is likely a newspaper or magazine, given the dated entries and article format.

The image depicts an open book with a newspaper clipping inserted between its pages. The clipping is a page from a newspaper, dated January 28, 1970, and contains an article about "Dark and Distant Places," which appears to be a collection of horror stories. The article lists various horror movies scheduled to be shown at a theater, including "The Bride of Frankenstein," "Son of Dracula," "Barbarella," and "Voyage to the End of the Universe." The clipping also includes an illustration of a shield with stars and a lion, possibly related to the article or the theater's branding. The book itself appears to be a hardcover volume with a green cover, and the pages are predominantly white with black text. The clipping is placed in the middle of the book, with the left page showing part of the article and the right page showing a continuation of the article and additional text.

An open book with two pieces of paper inserted into the pages. The book is opened to a blank page. The papers are white with black text. The paper on the left has a headline that reads "Father?" and the paper on the right has a headline that reads "Mather." The paper on the left has a black and white drawing of a shield with a tree design.