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The image depicts an event program for the Fourth Annual Dinner of the Keechong Society, held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The Keechong Society was founded in 1878 and refounded in 1959.

The program includes the following details:

Menu:

• Crabmeat with Capers
• Macon Blanc Villages Clos des Toumans 1970
• Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
• Broccoli, lemon butter
• Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
• Chateau La Fontanelle 1969
• Frozen Chocolate Mousse
• After Dinner Coffee
• Liqueurs
• Cigars

Program:

• Welcome by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President of the Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade
• Introduction of the Guests of Honor by Mr. Stanley Paterson and Mr. Carl Seaburg, Descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins
• Toast to the Guests of Honor and to Perkins Descendants
• Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker by Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator
• After Dinner Talk by Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill titled "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao T'ai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

The document also includes partial information about another event, a recital held on Thursday, October 19, 1972, featuring performances by individuals associated with the Department of Germanic Languages and the Busch-Reisinger Museum. The recital included live and taped performances by James Johnson, Director, and others.

The image shows a page from a menu and program for an event organized by the Keechong Society, dated October 19, 1972, with a focus on the fourth annual dinner in a new series.

Here are the details from the image:

Event Information:

• The event is a "Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series)" held on November 8, 1972.
• The venue is the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Menu:

• Appetizer:
  • Crabmeat with Capers
  • Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970 (wine)
• Main Course:
  • Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
  • Broccoli, lemon butter
  • Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
• Chateau la Fontanelle 1969 (another wine option)
• Dessert:
  • Frozen Chocolate Mousse
• After Dinner:
  • After Dinner Coffee
  • Liqueurs
  • Cigars

Program:

• Welcome:
  • Given by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President of the Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade.
• Introduction of the Guests of Honor:
  • Mr. Stanley Paterson
  • Mr. Carl Seaburg
  • Descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins
• Toast to the Guests of Honor and Perkins Descendants
• Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker:
  • Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator
• After Dinner Talk:
  • Delivered by Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill
  • Topic: "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchurian Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao T’ai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

There is also a reference to a "Museum and the Department of Germanic Languages" on the upper left part of the image, indicating the affiliation or sponsorship of the event. Additional text is partially visible but not entirely legible.

The image displays an open program booklet for an event. The left page of the booklet features the menu for the "Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series)" held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972, at The Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The menu includes several courses:

• Crabmeat with Capers
• Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970
• Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce, Broccoli, lemon butter, Carrots Sautéed with Shallots, Chateau la Fontanelle 1969
• Frozen Chocolate Mousse, After Dinner Coffee, Liqueurs, Cigars

The right page of the booklet outlines the program for the event, beginning with a welcome by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President of the Board of Trustees of the Museum of the American China Trade. This is followed by the introduction of guests of honor, Mr. Stanley Paterson and Mr. Carl Seaburg, descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins, and a toast to the guests of honor and Perkins descendants. Following this, there is an introduction of the after-dinner speaker, Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator, and an after-dinner talk by Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill, titled "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chuntung Liang Cheng, Tao Tai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

The program also indicates that The Keechong Society, founded in 1878 and refounded in 1969, is associated with this event. The background suggests that this booklet is placed on an open book or another surface.

The image is of a program for the Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series) of the Kee Chong Society, held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972. The event took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

Program Details:

Welcome

• Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President of the Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade, will welcome the attendees.

Introduction of the Guests of Honor

• Mr. Stanley Paterson
• Mr. Carl Seaburg
  They will introduce descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins.

Toast to the Guests of Honor and to Perkins Descendants

Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker

• Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator

After Dinner Talk

• Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill
  Topic: "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao Tai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

Menu:

• Crabmeat with Capers
• Macon Blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970
• Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
  • Broccoli, lemon butter
  • Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
• Château la Foniatelle 1969
• Frozen Chocolate Mousse
• After Dinner Coffee
• Liqueurs
• Cigars

Additional Information:

• Founded: 1878
• Refounded: 1969
• Museum and the Department of Germanic Languages are mentioned at the top left, though they seem unrelated to the event itself.
• The back of the program also includes some handwritten notes, possibly mentioning a recital and other events or individuals related to tea and music.

This detailed program outlines the formal dinner event, including the speakers, guests of honor, and the multi-course meal that was served.

The image shows an old program from an event hosted by the Keechong Society. The program is for the Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series) held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The Keechong Society was founded in 1878 and refounded in 1969.

Here are the key sections and details from the program:

1. Welcome:

   • Delivered by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President of the Board of Trustees of the Museum of the American China Trade.

2. Introduction of the Guests of Honor:

   • Mr. Stanley Paterson
   • Mr. Carl Seaburg, descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins

3. Toast to the Guests of Honor and Perkins Descendants:

   • Presumably given by someone not specified in the visible text.

4. Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker:

   • Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator

5. After Dinner Talk:

   • Speaker: Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill
   • Topic: "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao T'ai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

6. Menu:

   • Crabmeat with Capers
   • Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970
   • Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
   • Broccoli, lemon butter
   • Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
   • Chateau la Fontenelle 1969
   • Frozen Chocolate Mousse
   • After Dinner Coffee
   • Liqueurs
   • Cigars

The event was part of a series of programs associated with the Museum and the Department of Germanic Languages, as indicated by the text visible in the top left corner of the image.

The image shows a page from a booklet or program for an event hosted by the Keechong Society. Here are the details:

1. Event Information:

   • The event is titled "Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series)" and was held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972.
   • The venue was The Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

2. Society Information:

   • The Keechong Society was founded in 1878 and was refounded in 1969.

3. Menu:

   • The menu includes the following dishes:
     • Crabmeat with Capers
     • Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970 (wine)
     • Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
     • Broccoli, lemon butter
     • Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
     • Chateau la Fontanelle 1969 (wine)
     • Frozen Chocolate Mousse
     • After Dinner Coffee and Liqueurs
     • Cigars

4. Program:

   • Welcome: Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President, Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade.
   • Introduction of the Guests of Honor: Mr. Stanley Paterson and Mr. Carl Seaburg, descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins.
   • Toast to the Guests of Honor and Perkins Descendants.
   • Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker: Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator.
   • After Dinner Talk: Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill, titled "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao Tai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

5. Additional Information:

   • The booklet appears to be related to the Museum and the Department of Germanic Languages, as indicated at the top of the page.

The program is a formal event detailing a dinner with a cultural and historical theme, including a talk on a notable Chinese diplomat.

This image shows two open pages from what appears to be an event program. The left page displays text indicating an affiliation with "THE DEPARTMENT OF GERMANIC LANGUAGES" and lists an event "Thursday Noon Recital" dated October 19, 1972. The bottom portion of the left page is not fully visible in the image.

The right page presents more detailed information about a specific event organized by "THE KEECHONG SOCIETY," founded in 1879 and re-founded in 1919. The content on the right page includes:

Title: "THE KEECHONG SOCIETY - Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series)"
Date and Location: "Wednesday, November 8, 1972 - The Busch-Reisinger Museum - Harvard University - Cambridge, Massachusetts"
Menu:

• Crabmeat with Capers
• Macon Blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970
• Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
• Broccoli, lemon butter, Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
• Chateau La Fontanelle 1969
• Frozen Chocolate Mousse
• After Dinner Coffee
• Liqueurs
• Cigars

Program:

• Welcome by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President, Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade
• Introduction of the Guests of Honor by Mr. Staley Paterson and Mr. Carl Seaburg, Descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins
• Toast to the Guests of Honor and to Perkins Descendants
• Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker by Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder/Curator
• After Dinner Talk by Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill titled "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao Tai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

The photo shows an open booklet, presumably on a table or flat surface, with visible signs of age such as slight discolouration of the paper.

The image shows an open printed program card for "The Keechong Society" Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series), held on Wednesday, November 8, 1972, at The Busch-Reisinger Museum at Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The left side of the program lists the dinner menu:

• Crabmeat with Capers paired with Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970 wine
• Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce, Broccoli with lemon butter, Carrots Sautéed with Shallots paired with Chateau la Fontanelle 1969 wine
• Frozen Chocolate Mousse
• After Dinner Coffee, Liqueurs, and Cigars.

The right side lists the program for the evening:

• Welcome by Mr. Ralph M. Forbes, President, Board of Trustees, Museum of the American China Trade
• Introduction of the Guests of Honor: Mr. Stanley Paterson and Mr. Carl Seaburg, descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins, including a toast to the guests of honor and Perkins descendants
• Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker: Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator
• After Dinner Talk by Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill titled "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chentung Liang Cheng, Tao T’ai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

The image shows an open book or program booklet, likely from a formal event or gathering. The visible pages contain structured text and information, formatted in a clean and organized manner. Here's a detailed description:

Left Page:

• Header: The top of the page includes a header that reads:
  "MUSEUM AND THE DEPARTMENT OF GERMANIC LANGUAGES"
  This suggests the event or program is associated with a museum or academic institution focused on Germanic languages.

• Event Details:

  • Title:
    "Fourth Annual Dinner (New Series)"
  • Date:
    "Wednesday, November 8, 1972"
  • Location:
    "The Busch-Reisinger Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts"

• Society Information:

  • "The Keechong Society" is prominently displayed, with founding and refounding dates:
    • Founded: 1878
    • Refounded: 1969

• Menu:
  The menu is listed below the event details and includes the following items:

  • Crabmeat with Capers
  • Macon blanc Villages Clos des Tournons 1970
  • Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce
  • Broccoli, lemon butter
  • Carrots Sautéed with Shallots
  • Chateau la Fontanelle 1969
  • Frozen Chocolate Mousse
  • After Dinner Coffee
  • Liqueurs
  • Cigars

Right Page:

• Program Outline:
  The right page outlines the structure of the event, titled "PROGRAM". It includes the following agenda items:

  1. Welcome

     • Mr. Ralph M. Forbes
       President, Board of Trustees
       Museum of the American China Trade

  2. Introduction of the Guests of Honor

     • Mr. Stanley Paterson
     • Mr. Carl Seaburg
     • Descendants of James and Thomas H. Perkins

  3. Toast to the Guests of Honor and to Perkins Descendants

  4. Introduction of the After Dinner Speaker

     • Mr. H. A. Crosby Forbes, Founder-Curator

  5. After Dinner Talk

     • Dr. Walter Muir Whitehill
     • Topic: "Portrait of a Chinese Diplomat of the Last Manchu Emperors: Sir Chenhung Liang Cheng, Tao T'ai, K.C.M.G., K.C.V.O."

General Observations:

• The design is formal and professional, typical of a program for a high-profile event, possibly a dinner or gala.
• The inclusion of a detailed menu and structured program suggests the event was significant, likely involving notable attendees and speakers.
• The mention of the Kechong Society and its founding/refounding dates indicates a historical or cultural context, possibly related to Chinese heritage or trade.
• The event took place at the Busch-Reisinger Museum, which is part of Harvard University, suggesting an academic or cultural setting.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a well-organized program booklet for a formal dinner event held on November 8, 1972, at the Busch-Reisinger Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The event was associated with the Keechong Society and featured a structured agenda, a detailed menu, and notable speakers and guests, reflecting a sophisticated and culturally significant occasion.

The image shows a printed document that appears to be a program for a formal dinner event. The document is open to a page that includes the title "The Keechhong Society" at the top, followed by the date "October 19, 1972." The page has a structured layout with text organized into sections. The left side of the page contains a menu with various dishes listed, such as "Crabmeat with Capers," "Macon blanc Villages Glos des Toursons 1970," "Veal Scallops Stuffed with Mushrooms in Cream Sauce," and "Frozen Chocolate Mousse." The right side of the page lists the program's schedule, including a welcome, introduction of guests of honor, a toast, and an after-dinner talk. The document is printed on white paper and has a formal and elegant appearance.