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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1972-1973

ARCH.2013.5.15, Rendition: 800793

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The image shows an invitation from Harvard College. The invitation is for a special convocation marking the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan. The event features an address by Chancellor Willy Brandt and is scheduled for Monday, June 5, 1972, at 11:00 a.m. in Sanders Theatre. The response address is given as West European Studies, 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Additionally, there is a response card included, addressed to "Professor Paul Ackerman." The response card requests the presentation of the card for directions to the luncheon at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, also on June 5, 1972.

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The image shows two invitation cards from Harvard College, both dated June 1972.

  1. Top Invitation Card:

    • The card is from "The President and Fellows of Harvard College."
    • It invites guests to a special convocation marking the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan.
    • Chancellor Willy Brandt is scheduled to deliver an address on Monday, June 5, 1972, at eleven o'clock in the morning in Sanders Theatre.
    • The card instructs guests to reply on the enclosed card to the address: West European Studies, 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Bottom Invitation Card:

    • This card is addressed to Professor Paul Ackerman.
    • It instructs him to present this card for directions to the lunch at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, specifically at the Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery on June 5, 1972.

The Harvard College logo is present at the top left corner of the top card. The overall tone and content of these invitations indicate an academic or cultural event associated with Harvard College.

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The image shows two pieces of paper, likely invitations, placed in what appears to be an open book or album.

  1. The larger piece of paper at the top is an invitation from Harvard College:

    • The invitation is from "The President and Fellows of Harvard College."
    • It requests the honor of the recipient's company at a special convocation.
    • The event is for the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan.
    • Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address on Monday, June 5, 1972, at 11:00 AM in Sanders Theatre.
    • The invitation is issued by West European Studies at 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
    • There is a note at the bottom asking to reply on the enclosed card.
  2. The smaller piece of paper at the bottom is a separate card:

    • It is signed by "Professor Paul Ackermann."
    • It instructs the recipient to present the card for direction to the luncheon at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery on June 5, 1972.

The documents are part of an event related to Harvard College, specifically commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Marshall Plan.

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The image contains two documents related to an event at Harvard College.

  1. Invitation Card (Top Document):

    • The invitation is from "The President and Fellows of Harvard College."
    • It requests the honor of the recipient's company at a special convocation.
    • The event commemorates the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan.
    • Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address on Monday, June 5, 1972, at 11:00 AM in Sanders Theatre.
    • The invitation card also includes a request to reply on the enclosed card to West European Studies, 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  2. Admission Card (Bottom Document):

    • The card is signed by "Professor Paul Ackerman."
    • It instructs the bearer to present this card for directions to the luncheon at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, on June 5, 1972.

Both documents are neatly placed in what appears to be an album or a binder, suggesting they are preserved as mementos.

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The image shows an invitation card from Harvard College, specifically from "The President and Fellows." The details of the invitation are as follows:

  1. Event Purpose: The invitation is for a special convocation celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan.

  2. Guest Speaker: Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address.

  3. Date and Time: The event is scheduled for Monday, June 5, 1972, at eleven o'clock in the morning.

  4. Location: The event will take place in Sanders Theatre.

  5. RSVP Instructions: Recipients of the invitation are requested to reply using the enclosed card to:
    West European Studies
    5 Bryant Street
    Cambridge, Massachusetts

  6. Additional Note: There is a handwritten name, "Professor Paul Ackermann," at the bottom left of the invitation.

  7. Luncheon Information: A separate note at the bottom right indicates that the card should be presented for directions to a luncheon at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, specifically in the Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, on the same day, June 5, 1972.

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The image shows an invitation from Harvard College for a special convocation commemorating the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan. The event details are as follows:

  • Date and Time: Monday, June the fifth, nineteen hundred and seventy-two at eleven o'clock in the morning.
  • Location: Sanders Theatre.
  • Speaker: Chancellor Willy Brandt.
  • RSVP: Responses are requested on the enclosed card to West European Studies, 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Additionally, there is a smaller card attached to the invitation addressed to "Professor Paul Ackerman." This card provides directions to a luncheon at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, on June 5, 1972. The card instructs Professor Ackerman to present this card for direction to the luncheon.

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This image shows an open invitation from Harvard College. The left page of the invitation reads:

"The President and Fellows
of Harvard College
request the honor of your company
at a special convocation
on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the
Marshall Plan
Chancellor Willy Brandt
will deliver an address
on
Monday, June the fifth
nineteen hundred and seventy-two
at eleven o'clock in the morning
in
Sanders Theatre

Please reply on the enclosed card to
West European Studies
5 Bryant Street
Cambridge, Massachusetts"

On the bottom right of the left page, there seems to be a logo or emblem but the details are not clear.

The right lower corner features a separate smaller card with printed and handwritten text. The printed text says:

"Professor Paul [Surname]
Please present this card
for direction to the luncheon
Busch-Reisinger Museum
Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery
June 5, 1972"

The surname of the professor is handwritten on the card and I will refrain from transcribing it to maintain privacy, as per the guidelines provided. The overall image provides historical context, suggesting that this invitation was for an event honoring the 25th anniversary of the Marshall Plan, and it appears to include an invitation to a luncheon at a specific gallery within the museum.

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The image shows two printed cards mounted on a page.

The top card bears the Harvard College shield at the top and contains an invitation. The text reads:

"The President and Fellows of Harvard College request the honor of your company at a special convocation on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan. Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address on Monday, June the fifth nineteen hundred and seventy-two at eleven o'clock in the morning in Sanders Theatre."

There is also a struck-through line mentioning a reply card and an address for West European Studies at 5 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The lower card appears to be a luncheon direction card, addressed to "Professor Paul Ackermann" (handwritten at the top). It reads:

"Please present this card for direction to the luncheon Busch-Reisinger Museum Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery June 5, 1972."

Both cards are neatly affixed to a blank page with some age discoloration visible on the cards.

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The image shows a book open to a page with two cards placed on it. The first card is a formal invitation printed in black ink on white paper. It reads, "The President and Fellows of Harvard College request the honor of your company at a special convocation on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan." The card is signed by "Chancellor Willy Brandt" and includes the date and time of the event. The second card is a white card with black text that reads, "Please present this card for direction to the luncheon." Below this, it reads, "Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, June 5, 1972." The cards are placed on a page of a book, which appears to be a collection of historical documents or records.

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The image shows an open book or folder containing two formal invitation cards.

Top Card:

  • Design and Layout:

    • The card is white with a formal, typed layout.
    • At the top, there is a small, embossed logo or crest, which appears to represent an institution or organization.
  • Text Content:

    • The text is centered and reads:

      The President and Fellows of Harvard College request the honor of your company at a special convocation on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Marshall Plan. Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address on Monday, June the fifth nineteen hundred and seventy-two at eleven o'clock in the morning in Sanders Theatre.

    • Below the main text, there is a smaller note that says:

      Please reply on the enclosed card to West European Studies, 3 Bryant Street, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Bottom Card:

  • Design and Layout:

    • This card is also white and appears to be handwritten.
    • It has a more personal and informal tone compared to the top card.
  • Text Content:

    • The handwritten text at the top reads:

      Professor Paul Ackermann

    • Below this, there is typed text that states:

      Please present this card for direction to the luncheon at Busch-Reisinger Museum, Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery, June 5, 1972.

Overall Context:

  • The cards appear to be related to a formal event commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Marshall Plan at Harvard College.
  • The top card is an official invitation from Harvard College, requesting attendance at a convocation where Chancellor Willy Brandt will deliver an address.
  • The bottom card is a personalized note or reply card, likely intended for attendees to present for luncheon directions at the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Kuno Francke Memorial Gallery on June 5, 1972.
  • The cards are part of an organized event, with clear instructions for RSVP and additional details for attendees.

The image conveys a sense of formality and historical significance, reflecting an academic or diplomatic occasion.