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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1973-1974

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The image shows a page from a document or letterbook, specifically from the "Friends of Switzerland, Inc." The document appears to be a letter dated March 1, 1974, addressed to a "Friend and Fellow Member."

The main content of the letter announces the next Stammtisch luncheon, scheduled for Thursday, March 14th, 1974, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. The guest speaker for the event is Dr. Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, who will discuss the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanistic languages and activities in the Greater Boston area.

The letter also mentions that this will be the last luncheon in a series, with future seasons hoping to include talks on the history of the francophiles in Boston, the history of the study of Italian, and the history of the interest in Romance languages in the United States.

Additional details include:

  • The luncheon starts with cocktails at 12:15 PM (cash bar), followed by lunch at 1:00 PM.
  • The cost is $7.22 per person, with attendance limited and reservations accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  • Reservations should be made by returning a check made out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" for $7.25 per person in the enclosed envelope.

A postscript notes that the April luncheon is scheduled exceptionally for the first Thursday, April 4th, 1974.

There is also a correction notice at the bottom stating that the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland is Wednesday, April 17th, 1974, at the Sheraton-Boston, as incorrectly mentioned in the Swiss News.

Handwritten notes at the top of the letter read: "No should [illegible] you & your [illegible] as our guest" and "Sorry folks."

The letter is signed by "THE LUNCHEON COMMITTEE" and includes the names Jerome D. Hueneker (Honorary Chairman), Jerome D. Hueneker Jr., and Charles B. Hueneker. The address provided is 535 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116, with a phone number (617) 266-2038.

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The image shows a page from a letter or memo from the Friends of Switzerland, Inc., dated March 1, 1974. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Organization Information:

    • The organization is Friends of Switzerland, Inc., located at 535 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts, 02116.
    • The letterhead includes a phone number: (617) 266-2338.
  2. Monthly Luncheon Committee:

    • The letter is signed by the Monthly Luncheon Committee, chaired by Jerome C. Hunsaker, with Jerome C. Hunsaker, Jr. and Charles E. Mongan listed as members.
  3. Main Content:

    • The letter invites members and friends to the next Stammtisch luncheon scheduled for March 14th, 1974, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
    • Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, will speak about the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area.
    • The event is part of a series that includes talks by historians and linguists on various topics, such as the history of francophiles in Boston, the history of the study of Italian, and the history of interest in Romands in the United States.
  4. Event Details:

    • The luncheon starts with cocktails from 12:15 PM, followed by the meal, with a cash bar available.
    • The cost of the luncheon including Swiss wine is $7.25 per person.
    • Attendance is limited, and reservations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Attendees should return their check made out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" for $7.25 per person in the enclosed envelope.
  5. Additional Notes:

    • The April luncheon is noted to be on the first Thursday, April 4th, 1974.
    • There is a correction at the bottom: the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland is Wednesday, May 15th (not May 15th as previously indicated in the Swiss News).
  6. Signatures and Additions:

    • The letter is signed by the Luncheon Committee and has some handwritten notes, including one that reads, “We should like to invite you as our guest,” and another that says “Regarded.”

The overall tone of the letter is formal and invites members to participate in the cultural and historical luncheons organized by the Friends of Switzerland, Inc.

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The image shows a letter from the "Friends of Switzerland, Inc." dated March 1, 1974. The letter, addressed to "Friend and Fellow Member," announces the next Stammtisch luncheon to be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Thursday, March 14th, 1974. The speakers for the event are Dean Reginald H. Phelps and Dr. Julia S. Phelps, who will discuss the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area.

The luncheon will begin with cocktails at 12:15 PM, followed by a luncheon with Swiss wine priced at $7.25 per person. Reservations are required and can be made by returning a check for $7.25 per person. The letter also notes that the April luncheon is scheduled for April 4th, 1974, and corrects the date of the Annual Dinner, specifying it will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 1974, rather than May 1st as previously indicated.

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The image is of a typewritten letter from the organization "Friends of Switzerland, Inc." based in Boston, Massachusetts. The letter is dated March 1, 1974, and is addressed to members regarding an upcoming monthly luncheon.

Key details of the letter include:

  1. Event Details:

    • The next "Stammtisch" luncheon will be held on Thursday, March 14th, 1974, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
  2. Speakers:

    • Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, will talk about the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanic languages and cultures in the Boston area.
  3. Future Topics:

    • The luncheon series will continue in the coming seasons with talks on:
      • The history of the francophiles in Boston.
      • The study of Italian and the interest in Romansh in the United States.
  4. Event Schedule:

    • Cocktails will start at 12:15 PM (cash bar available).
    • Lunch, including Swiss wine, will be served, with the price set at $7.25 per person.
  5. Reservation Information:

    • Reservations are required and accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
    • Members are asked to make early reservations by returning a check for $7.25 per person in the enclosed envelope.
  6. Additional Notes:

    • A postscript mentions that the April luncheon is scheduled for April 4th, 1974.
    • A correction is noted regarding the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland, which is Wednesday, May 15th, not May 16th as previously mentioned.

The letter is signed by the Luncheon Committee, specifically Jerome O. Hunziker as the Honorary Chairman, Ercole G. Hunziker, and Charles E. Rogan, Jr.

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The image shows a letter from the Friends of Switzerland, Inc., located at 535 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts. The letter is dated March 1, 1974, and is addressed to a "Friend and Fellow Member."

The letter announces the next Stammtisch luncheon, which will take place at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Thursday, March 14th, 1974. The speakers, Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, will discuss the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area. This event is the first in a series of luncheons planned for the coming seasons, focusing on various topics related to history and linguistics, including the francophiles in Boston, the study of Italian, and interest in Romansch in the United States.

The luncheon will start with cocktails at 12:15 PM, followed by the meal and Swiss wine, with a cost of $7.25 per person. Reservations are required and should be made by returning the enclosed check-made-out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" for $7.25 per person.

Additionally, the letter includes a postscript (P.S.) noting that the April luncheon is scheduled for April 4th, 1974, which is the first Thursday of April.

A correction is also noted at the bottom of the letter, stating that the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland is Wednesday, May 15th (not May 16th as previously mentioned in the Swiss News).

The letter is signed by the Luncheon Committee, and there are handwritten notes in the margins indicating that the sender should like to join the luncheon as their guest. The letter also mentions the names of the Honorary Chairman and other committee members.

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The image is a page from a letterhead of the "Friends of Switzerland, Inc." dated March 1, 1974. The letter is addressed to friends and fellow members of the organization.

The letter announces the next Stammtisch luncheon, scheduled for Thursday, March 14, 1974, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, will speak about the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and their interests in Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area. This talk is the first in a series of talks planned for the coming seasons, which will cover various historical and linguistic topics related to francophiles and the study of Italian and Romantic languages.

The luncheon will start at 12:15 PM with cocktails available from 12:00 PM, and the price for the luncheon, including Swiss wine, will be $7.25 per person. Reservations are limited and will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Attendees are instructed to return their check-made-out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" for $7.25 per person, as enclosed in the letter.

The postscript notes that the April luncheon is scheduled for the first Thursday of April, April 4th, 1974, an exception to the usual schedule. Additionally, there is a correction regarding the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland, which is on Wednesday, May 15th, not May 16th, as previously indicated.

The letter is signed by the Monthly Luncheon Committee, with Jerome C. Hunsaker, Jr. and Charles B. Morgan listed as committee members. The letter also includes a handwritten note in the top right corner and a marginal note on the left side.

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This image shows a typed letter on a sheet of paper from Friends of Switzerland, Inc., dated March 1, 1974. The letter is addressed to "Dear Friend and Fellow Member" and announces the upcoming Stammtisch luncheon at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Thursday, March 14th, 1974.

Key details in the letter include:

  • Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, are scheduled to speak about the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area.
  • The event is part of a cycle of talks covering topics such as the history of the Francophiles in Boston, the study of Italian, and Romansch interest in the United States.
  • The luncheon will start at 12:15 PM with cocktails, and the price, including Swiss wine, will be $7.25 per person.
  • Reservations must be made on a first-come, first-served basis using an enclosed envelope.
  • There's a note that the April luncheon is scheduled for the first Thursday, April 4th, 1974.
  • A correction clarifies that the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland is on Wednesday, May 15th (not May 16th).

Handwritten notes in blue ink on the left side of the letter say, "We should like you to join the luncheon as our guest." The word "repeated" is also handwritten near the top below printed text. Some typed sections are crossed out and corrected by hand, particularly regarding the price and envelope details.

In the top right corner, the word "Scrapbook" is lightly handwritten. The letter is signed by "THE LUNCHEON COMMITTEE," comprising Jerome C. Hunsaker (Honorary Chairman), Jerome C. Hunsaker Jr., and Charles E. Morgan. The organization's address (535 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116) and phone number are printed at the top.

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This is an image of an open book displaying a letter on the right-hand page. The letterhead reads "FRIENDS OF SWITZERLAND, INC. 535 BOYLSTON STREET, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 02116" and has a phone number below the address. The upper right corner of the page indicates "Monthly Luncheon Committee" with the names of Jerome G. Hunnseker, Honorary Chairman, Jerome C. Hunnsaker, Jr., and Charles B. Mongan. The date is stamped as "March 1, 1974."

The letter is addressed to "Dear Friend and Fellow Member," informing the recipient about an upcoming Stammtisch luncheon set for Thursday, March 14th, 1974, at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. The announcement details that the luncheon will feature a talk by Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, discussing the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and interests in Germanistic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area. A note mentions that the series of talks during the coming seasons will include topics about the history of the Francophile in Boston, the study of Italian, and the history of the interest in Romansch in the United States.

The cost of the luncheon including Swiss wine is stated as $7.25 per person and reminds members to make reservations early by returning the choice made out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" with $7.25 per person in the enclosed envelope.

The signature is "Sincerely yours, THE LUNCHEON COMMITTEE," followed by a postscript notifying the reader of a correction regarding the date of the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland, which is Wednesday, May 15th, rather than May 16th as previously stated.

An amendment or personal note appears at the very top of the letter in handwriting that says "We elected [like] you to invite Luncheon as [to] our guest n/b [noted]." The letter appears slightly yellowed with age, suggesting it is a document from the past. The left-hand page is mostly blank except for some slight discoloration.

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The image shows a page from a book or document that contains a formal letter or invitation. The letter is from the Friends of Switzerland, Inc., located at 535 Boylston Street, Boston, Massachusetts 02116. The letter is dated March 1, 1974, and is addressed to "Dear Friend and Fellow Member."

Key Details from the Letter:

  1. Event Announcement:

    • The next Stammtisch Luncheon will be held at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Thursday, March 14th, 1974.
    • The speakers will be Dean Reginald H. Phelps and his wife, Dr. Julia S. Phelps, who will discuss the history of the Busch-Reisinger Museum and topics related to Germanic languages and cultures in the Greater Boston area.
  2. Series of Talks:

    • This luncheon is the first in a series of talks planned for the coming seasons. The series aims to include discussions by historians and linguists on topics such as:
      • The history of francophiles in Boston.
      • The history of the study of Italian.
      • The history of interest in Romanian in the United States.
  3. Event Details:

    • Cocktails will begin at 12:15 PM (cash bar available).
    • The luncheon price, including Swiss wine, is $7.25 per person.
    • Attendance is limited, and reservations will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
  4. Reservation Instructions:

    • Attendees are asked to make reservations early by returning a check made out to "Ritz-Carlton Hotel" for $7.25 per person in the enclosed envelope.
  5. Postscript and Correction:

    • A postscript (P.S.) notes that the April luncheon is scheduled for Thursday, April 4th, 1974 (an exception to the usual schedule).
    • A correction is included, stating that the Annual Dinner of Friends of Switzerland is on Wednesday, May 15th (not May 16th, as previously indicated in the Swiss News).

Handwritten Notes:

  • There are handwritten annotations on the letter:
    • "He should like the luncheon" — suggesting a personal note about someone's interest in attending.
    • "you to join our guest" — indicating an invitation or suggestion for someone to attend.
    • "as our guest" — reinforcing the idea of inviting someone as a guest.
    • "repeated" — possibly indicating that the invitation or suggestion was reiterated.

Overall Context:

The document appears to be an invitation or announcement for a cultural and intellectual event organized by the Friends of Switzerland, Inc., aimed at members and fellows. It emphasizes the educational and social aspects of the luncheon, with a focus on Germanic and related cultural studies. The handwritten notes suggest that the page may have been part of a personal or organizational record, possibly used for tracking RSVPs or planning.

The layout, formatting, and content indicate a formal and organized approach to event planning and communication.

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An open book with a white page that has a handwritten note on the left side and a printed text on the right side. The handwritten note reads "In should like the luncheon you to join our guest as." The printed text is titled "Monthly Luncheon Committee" and includes the names of Jerome C. Hunsaker, Honorary Chairman, and Jerome C. Hunsaker, Jr. Charles E. Mangan. The text also includes a date of March 1, 1974, and a message that reads, "Dear Friend and Fellow Member: The next Stammtisch luncheon will take place at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel on Thursday, March 14th, 1974."