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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1968-1970

ARCH.2013.5.12, Rendition: 797856

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Express" newspaper, dated March 18, 1970. The newspaper is from Portland, Maine, and is labeled as the "New England Newscast." The clipping is placed inside a green-bound book.

The main content of the clipping includes several sections:

  1. Article on "Maine And The Gericault Collection":

    • The article is written by John B.
    • It discusses an exhibit at the Portland Museum of Art, featuring works by Theodore Gericault.
    • The exhibit is sponsored by Mrs. Grace Barney.
    • The article mentions that the exhibit highlights Gericault's influence on Maine artists.
    • It lists several artists influenced by Gericault, including Ludwig Kirchner, Oscar Bluemner, Karl Knaths, John Marin, and others.
  2. Real Estate Advertisements:

    • Various houses for sale are listed with their prices and brief descriptions.
    • Locations mentioned include South Portland, West Cape Elizabeth, and Brentwood.
    • Prices range from $21,900 to $38,500.
    • Real estate agencies such as Mark Stimson Associates and Andrews Agency are featured.
  3. Other Advertisements:

    • There are ads for mobile homes, land for sale, and other real estate opportunities.
    • Companies like Saco Mobile Homes, Hardy's Mobile Homes, and Plummer Mobile Homes are advertised.
    • There is also an ad for a café named "Café in the Woods."

The layout of the newspaper clipping is typical of classified and real estate sections, with multiple columns of text and advertisements. The article on the Gericault collection is accompanied by an illustration, possibly related to the exhibit.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated March 18, 1970, from Portland, Maine. The headline of the article is "Maine And The Gert Weimar Collection" by John R. Decker.

The main article discusses the Portland Museum of Art’s exhibit featuring the "Weimar Collection," which is described as a collection of thirty-five works by artists who flourished in the 1920s and 1930s. The exhibit includes works by artists such as Moholy-Nagy, Otto Mueller, Karl Heckel, Max Pechstein, and Karl Schmidt-Rottluff.

The article mentions that the museum aims to show the influence of these artists on interior design and architecture. It highlights the significance of the collection in depicting the organic form of life through art.

The newspaper page also contains several classified advertisements for real estate listings, including houses for sale in various locations around Portland and Cape Elizabeth. Some of these listings include:

  • A house in Sunset Heights Portland for $21,900.
  • A property in Brentwood West, Cape Elizabeth, for $28,500.
  • A property in Worth for $30,500.
  • Various mobile homes and trailer sales across different areas.

The classified sections feature numerous listings with prices, addresses, and brief descriptions of properties available for sale or rent.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, the New England News, dated March 18, 1970. The page is divided into several sections, with the left half primarily featuring an article and the right half containing classified advertisements, specifically real estate listings.

Article:

  • Title: "Maine And The Art Of Gerr"
  • Author: By John R. The article discusses the Portland Museum of Art's exhibit called "Art and the Interior: The Home as a Work of Art," which features the work of artist Gerr. The article provides an analysis of the artist's work and the significance of the exhibit, highlighting the relationship between art and interior design. It also mentions other artists whose work is featured in the exhibit, such as Louise Nevelson, John Moholy-Nagy, and Paul Klee.

Classified Advertisements:

  • Section: Real Estate, focused on houses for sale.
  • Listings:
    • Various homes listed for sale in different locations, including South Portland, Cape Elizabeth, and other areas. The listings include details such as prices, number of bedrooms, bathrooms, and special features. For example:
      • A home at 88 Sunset Heights, Portland for $21,900.
      • A home at 88 Andrews, Agency for $29,900.
      • A home at 88 Brentwood West, Cape Elizabeth for $28,500.
      • A home at 88 Worth, Cape Elizabeth for $38,500.
      • A mobile home at 88 Saco Mobile Homes for $17,900.

The layout of the page is typical of newspapers from this era, with a clear division between editorial content and advertisements. The font is traditional serif, and the advertisements are densely packed with information, typical of real estate listings in print media from this time period.

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This image is a page from a newspaper dated March 18, 1970, specifically the "Express" from Portland, Maine. The page contains a mix of real estate advertisements and an article about an art collection.

Key Sections:

  1. Main Article - "Weimar Collection" (Bottom Left)

    • Title: "Maine And The Geri"
    • Author: By John R.
    • The article discusses the Portland Museum of Art’s exhibition of the "Weimar Collection," featuring works by artists active in Germany during the Weimar Republic (1919-1933). The collection, curated by Geri, includes notable works by artists such as Max Beckmann, Otto Dix, George Grosz, and others.
    • The article explains the historical and artistic significance of the collection, emphasizing the innovative and sometimes controversial nature of the works.
  2. Real Estate Ads:

    • Top Section:
      • Ad for "Fine Tree Mobile Homes" in Standish, Maine, highlighting reduced prices and financing options.
      • Ads for various properties in South Portland, including those managed by Cape Realty Co.
    • Middle Section:
      • Ad for "Sunset Heights Portland" with houses for sale priced at $21,900.
      • Ad for "Andrews Agency" listing multiple properties in the Portland area.
      • Ad for "Mart Stimson Associates" offering houses for sale in the Brunswick area.
      • Ad for "Plummers Mobile Homes" in Westbrook.
    • Bottom Section:
      • Multiple ads for mobile homes and properties, including:
        • "Brentwood West Cape Elizabeth" priced at $28,500.
        • "Cape in the Woods" priced at $29,900.
        • "New Ranch" priced at $17,900 by Baker Realty.
        • Ads for Florida property and land for sale in Gorham, Maine.
      • A large ad for "Saco Mobile Homes" promoting various mobile homes and financing options.

Additional Information:

  • The ads detail various housing options, from mobile homes to traditional houses, with prices ranging from $12,900 to $33,500.
  • The page also includes smaller classified ads and mentions of real estate agencies like Jordan & Hammond, Inc.

This page effectively combines cultural content with commercial real estate advertisements, typical of newspaper layouts from that era.

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The image shows a page from the March 18, 1970, edition of the New England Newspaper, specifically the Express section from Portland, Maine. The page is a classifieds section, featuring various real estate listings and advertisements.

Real Estate Listings and Advertisements:

Houses for Sale:

  1. The Winery (Felixbury Drive):

    • $21,900
    • Description: Beautiful, spacious home with a large kitchen, fireplace, and more.
  2. Sunset Heights (Portland):

    • $28,500
    • Description: Ranch-style house with a large kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a finished basement.
  3. Brentwood West (Cape Elizabeth):

    • $29,900
    • Description: Ranch house with a large kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a spacious living area.
  4. Varnum (Split Level):

    • $36,500
    • Description: Modern split-level home with a large living area, 3 bedrooms, and 2 baths.
  5. Worth (Cape):

    • $38,500
    • Description: Cape-style home with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a large kitchen.
  6. Cape in the Woods (Cape Elizabeth):

    • $42,500
    • Description: Cape house with 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a finished basement.

Mobile Homes and Trailers:

  1. Saco Mobile Homes (Multiple listings):

    • Various models available with prices ranging from $4,995 to $9,995.
  2. Andrews Agency (Houses for Sale):

    • Listings include various homes at different prices.
  3. Hardy's Mobile Homes:

    • Models available at $3,995 and $4,995.
  4. State Trailer Sales:

    • Multiple listings for trailers and mobile homes, ranging from $2,995 to $5,995.
  5. Florida Property (Mobile Home Park):

    • Advertisement for mobile home spaces.

Land for Sale:

  1. Land for Sale in Gorham:

    • $7,000
    • Description: 10-acre lot.
  2. New Ranch:

    • $17,900
    • Description: 3-bedroom ranch with a large kitchen, fireplace, and spacious living area.

Other Advertisements:

  • Weimar Collection: An article about the Portland Museum's exhibit of "Weimar Collection" art by artists active from 1919 to 1933.
  • Jordan & Hammond, Inc.: Real estate agents with offices in Ocean House, Portland.
  • Various classified ads for services and products, such as plumbing, heating, and mobile homes.

Layout:

  • The page is divided into columns with ads for different real estate properties, mobile homes, and other services.
  • The newspaper page includes a mix of text and illustrations, such as the drawing of a house for the "Cape in the Woods" listing.

This section of the newspaper provides a snapshot of the real estate market and available properties in the Portland, Maine area in 1970.

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The image shows a page from the March 18, 1970 edition of the New England Newscap, specifically the Portland, Maine Express section. The page is a newspaper clipping featuring various advertisements and a main article.

Main Article:

The central article is titled "Maine And The Art of Gert" by John R. Jordan. It discusses an art exhibition at the Portland Museum of Art titled "Weimar Collection" which showcases thirty-five works by artists who were influenced by the Weimar period in Germany. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Paul Klee, Max Beckmann, and Otto Dix. The article mentions the museum's curator, Mrs. Grace Barne, and highlights the influence of the Weimar art scene on Maine artists.

Advertisements:

The page is filled with various advertisements for real estate and properties:

  1. Houses for Sale:

    • The Point: $21,900 for a house in South Portland.
    • Sunset Heights, Portland: $21,900 for a house with a large yard.
    • Brentwood West, Cape Elizabeth: $28,500 for a ranch-style house.
    • Worth: $29,900 for a home with a view.
    • Cape in the Woods: $36,500 for a home in South Portland.
  2. Real Estate Agencies:

    • Andrews Agency (South Portland)
    • Hardy’s Mobile Homes
    • Saco Mobile Homes
    • Baker Realty
  3. Commercial and Other Listings:

    • Florida Property: Listing for a property in Florida.
    • Land for Sale: Various listings in Gorham and other locations.
    • Trailer Sales: Various mobile home listings and sales by different companies.
    • Mobile Home Mart: Listing for mobile homes in various locations.
  4. Specific Adverts:

    • Clint Lordwell advertising for houses in the Cape area.
    • Jordan & Hammond, Inc. listing properties in various locations.

Additional Information:

The page also includes some smaller ads for miscellaneous services and items, such as a "Save the Trees" campaign and a "Plumber Mobile Homes" advertisement.

The layout is typical of a newspaper from the 1970s, with a mix of text-heavy articles and visually distinct advertisements.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with a clipping from a newspaper attached to it. The clipping is beige-colored, indicating it might be quite old. The content consists of several columns of text, mainly advertisements and articles.

The left column includes an article titled "WEIMAR COLLECTION" by John R., discussing an art exhibit at The Portland Museum of Art featuring works by artists active during the years from 1911. Below the article is a sketch of three sailboats and a rocky shoreline, indicating it might be related to the exhibit or region mentioned.

The rest of the clipping consists primarily of real estate advertisements for houses, mobile homes, rentals, land for sale, and related services in the Portland, Maine area. Prices for homes and properties are listed, ranging from about $21,000 to $36,500, reflecting the period's market.

Stapled at the top of the page is a white tag with a stamp reading "EXPRESS PORTLAND, MAINE" with a date stamped as "MAR 18 1970."

Overall, the page appears to be a historical collection documenting local news and real estate ads from Portland, Maine, around 1970.

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This image shows an open book or newspaper laid flat, revealing a page that seems to be from a real estate section, possibly dating from March 18, 1970 based on the date stamp which indicates "EXPRESS PORTLAND, ME(Maine) MAR 18 1970" and has a logo stating "New England Newspictures". The page is filled with various real estate listings, including advertisements for houses for sale in different regions such as "Sunset Heights Portland" and "Brentwood West Cape Elizabeth". Prices for the properties are listed, such as $21,900 and $28,500, which would be considered quite low by today's standards, indicating the historical nature of the document.

Additionally, there's an article titled "Maine And The German" by John L. on the left side of the page that discusses an exhibit at the Portland Museum. The content of the article mentions an art exhibit and some artists.

The page also has advertisements for mobile homes and other services related to real estate and housing. The advertisements feature bold headings, some with decorative fonts or capitalized letters to attract attention. The layouts include text and small graphics or icons typical of newspaper real estate ads from that era.

Each listing includes a brief description, price, and contact information for the real estate agency or developer. The overall appearance of the page is dense with text and various typographical styles, reflecting the advertising practices and design aesthetics of the time period.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine dated March 18, 1970, from Portland, Maine. The page is predominantly filled with classified advertisements, typical of a newspaper layout from that era. Here's a detailed breakdown:

Layout and Content:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top left corner shows the header: "EXPRESS PORTLAND, MAINE (3) 30,034", indicating the publication name, location, and circulation number.
    • The date is clearly marked as MAR 18 1970.
    • There is a handwritten note in the top left corner that reads "New England", possibly indicating a regional focus or a note by someone handling the document.
  2. Main Article:

    • A prominent article titled "Weimar Collection" is featured on the left side of the page. It discusses an exhibit at the Portland Museum of Art, highlighting the work of thirty-five artists, including notable names such as Lubdy, Nagy, Otto, Koller, Kati, Heckel, Max, Prchstein, Karl, and others.
    • The article mentions the Weimar-Thirty-five Artists exhibit, which showcased works by artists who flourished during the Weimar period. It also references the influence of artists like Paul Klee and August Macke on the exhibit.
    • The article includes details about the exhibit's focus on organic elements in nature and the artists' intentions to acknowledge the multiplicity of methods in art.
  3. Advertisements:

    • The right side of the page is dominated by classified advertisements for various real estate listings, including:
      • Houses for Sale in locations such as Sunset Heights, Portland, Brentwood West Cape Elizabeth, and others.
      • Mobile Homes and Trailers for sale, with prices ranging from $21,900 to $38,500.
      • Land for Sale and Real Estate Agencies, such as Andrews Agency, Mark Stimson Associates, and Maine Realty Bureau.
      • Rentals and Vacation Homes, including listings for properties in Cape in the Woods and New Ranch.
    • The advertisements include contact information, such as phone numbers and addresses, typical of classified ads from that time.
  4. Visual Elements:

    • There is a small illustration on the left side of the page, depicting a sailboat, which may be related to the Weimar Collection article or a decorative element.
    • The layout is dense with text, reflecting the typical style of newspapers from the early 1970s, where classified ads occupied significant space.
  5. Additional Notes:

    • The page includes a variety of other small advertisements and notices, such as "SAVE" promotions, "For Sale" listings, and "Wanted" ads.
    • The overall design is monochromatic, with text in black and white, consistent with newspaper printing of the era.

Contextual Insights:

  • The Weimar Collection article suggests a cultural or artistic focus, highlighting the influence of European modernist artists on American art during that period.
  • The real estate advertisements indicate a time when residential and mobile home markets were active, reflecting economic and lifestyle trends of the early 1970s.

In summary, the image shows a historical newspaper page from March 18, 1970, featuring a mix of cultural commentary and practical advertisements, offering a glimpse into both the artistic and commercial life of Portland, Maine, during that era.

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An open book with a white page and a white paper stuck on the top left corner of the page. The paper has some text written on it. The book has a lot of pages with text and images. The text on the paper reads "Express Portland, Maine (30,074) MAR 18 1970 New England Newsclipping." The book is probably a collection of news clippings. The text on the page reads "Sunset Heights Portland."