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Busch-Reisinger Museum Scrapbook, 1980-1985

ARCH.2013.5.19, Rendition: 801090

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The image is of a section from a newspaper, specifically the "Inside" section of the Cambridge edition. The newspaper is dated February 12, 1986. Here is a detailed breakdown of the contents:

Advertisements:

  1. Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice:

    • A large advertisement for an ice skating show featuring the Greatest Stars of the Ice Skating World.
    • Highlights include the Ice Follies' Silver Medallist and Olympic Gold Medallist.
    • The show is at the Boston Garden on February 21-23.
    • Ticket prices range from $7.50 to $15.50.
  2. Low Light Plants:

    • An advertisement from The Plantscapes for a sale on low light plants.
    • The sale includes various plants like Dracaena, Philodendron, and others, with prices ranging from $5.99 to $24.99.
  3. Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale:

    • A sale celebrating Washington's Birthday with discounts on outerwear and activewear.
    • Prices are reduced by 30% to 50%.
    • The sale runs from February 16 to February 21.
    • Special offer: Free monogramming on selected sweaters with a coupon.

Inside Section Contents:

  1. Features:

    • Jazzing Up the Night: An article about the 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert on page 5.
    • Cambridge's Best Kept Secret: A feature exploring local museums and their collections on page 6.
  2. Columns:

    • Let's Eat Out: A review of Star of Siam, a Thai restaurant, on page 3.
  3. Local Pressings:

    • Reviews of local English releases including rock, jazz, and new wave variations on page 7.
  4. Screen Scene:

    • A review of Michael Blowen's book about Hollywood on page 4.
  5. Departments:

    • Happenings: Information about concerts, album parties, nightlife, black history month events, and more on page 11.
    • Calendar Choice: Highlights of events such as a Picasso exhibition, a Camellia show, and lectures on page 12.
    • Next Week: A preview of upcoming events including an exhibit on printmaking at the Museum of Fine Arts, with lectures and demonstrations on page 13.

Additional Information:

  • Editorial Staff:

    • Jan Shepard (Editor)
    • Bruce Campell (Chief Designer)
    • Terry Rapp (Art Director)
    • Tina Sang (Chief Writer)
    • Cheryl Burke (Illustrator)
  • Contact Information:

    • For home delivery: call 523-2222 or toll-free inside Mass.: 1-800-536-9654.

The newspaper section provides a mix of local event information, advertisements, and feature articles, giving a snapshot of cultural and commercial activities in Cambridge during that time.

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The image depicts a page spread from a newspaper, likely from the late 20th century. Here's a detailed summary of each section visible in the image:

  1. Ice Follies Holiday On Ice:

    • This advertisement promotes a holiday event called Ice Follies, featuring skaters.
    • It mentions that skaters include an Olympic silver medalist and a world champion.
    • Linda Fratianne, who is described as a current world skating champion, is featured.
    • Tickets for the event are on sale, with details about timing and where to purchase them (Boston Garden) and include a phone number for reservations.
    • There’s a mention of a million-dollar prize, and a note about special seating available at a cost.
  2. Low Light Plants:

    • This section advertises plants suitable for low light conditions, listing several varieties along with their prices. Specific plants include:
      • "Dracaena Marginata"
      • "Philodendron"
      • "Sansevieria"
      • "Zamioculcas Zamiifolia"
    • The advertisement includes contact information for ordering these plants.
  3. Inside Calendar:

    • This section lists the contents of the newspaper:
      • Jazzing Up the Night: An article about the annual Jazz All-Night Concert, with a note that it will be held on Friday.
      • Cambridge's Best Kept Secret: An article exploring local treasures and their stories.
      • Let's Eat Out: A feature on Thai cuisine, mentioning its influence from various regions.
      • Local Pressings: A segment on local music releases.
      • Screen Scene: A review or article on Hollywood releases.
      • Departments: An overview of various sections like Happening (events), Calendar Choice, and Next Week.
      • Prints-Pally Speaking: An article about printmaking and an exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  4. Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale:

    • This advertisement promotes a sale at Pays Outlet, celebrating Washington's Birthday.
    • They are offering discounts up to 50% on sweaters, turtlenecks, and accessories, with specific items highlighted like V-neck sweaters and crew necks.
    • The sale runs from February 16 to February 21.
    • A coupon is offered for free monogramming on selected sweaters.

The layout and style of the newspaper suggest it targets local readers with a mix of advertisements, news, and cultural features.

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The image displays an open newspaper, with both the left and right pages visible. The left page features several advertisements, while the right page contains the news sections and columns.

Left Page:

  1. Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice Advertisement: This ad promotes an ice show featuring the Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice, starring Linda Fratianne, an Olympic silver medalist. The show is scheduled for February 2 at the Boston Garden. Tickets are available at various locations, with prices ranging from $8.50 to $14.50.
  2. The Plantery Advertisement: This ad encourages readers to keep cool during hot weather with home delivery of plants from The Plantery in Woburn, MA. The contact number provided is 897-2222.
  3. Pays Outlet’s Washington’s Birthday Sale: This ad announces a sale at Pays Outlet from February 16 to February 21, with discounts of up to 50% off on sweaters, sportswear, and more. The store is located in Cambridge, MA.

Right Page:

  1. Inside Page (Calendar of Events and Sections):
    • The page includes a list of the newspaper's staff, such as Jan Shepherd (Editor), Ron Campisi (Chief Designer), etc.
    • Features:
      • "Jazzing Up the Night": An article about the 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert, which now starts on Friday evening.
      • "Cambridge's Best Kept Secret": An article exploring the hidden treasures of local museums.
    • Columns:
      • "Let's Eat Out": Review of a Thai restaurant, Siam, which features a menu influenced by China, Burma, Vietnam, Indonesia, and India.
      • "Local Pressing": Information on the latest local music releases, with a focus on the new wave genre.
      • "Screen Scene": A piece about recent Hollywood movie releases.
    • Departments:
      • "Happenings": Information on upcoming events, including concerts, plays, and lectures.
      • "Calendar Choice": Highlights of the week's events, including art exhibitions, plays, and concerts.
    • Next Week:
      • "Prints-Palely Speaking": An article about an exhibition of fine art prints at the Museum of Fine Arts, featuring works from the 17th to 20th centuries.

The newspaper appears to be a local publication, providing a mix of entertainment, cultural events, and community news.

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This image depicts a page from a newspaper, specifically the Cambridge Chronicle's "Inside" section. Here is a detailed summary of its contents:

Main Sections and Headlines:

  1. Calendar (Top Right)

    • Lists notable individuals and their roles:
      • Jon Shephard (Editor)
      • Ron Caplan (Chief Designer)
      • Terry Kelleher, among others.
  2. Features:

    • Jazzing Up the Night (Page 5):
      • The 12th annual All Night Concert is set to occur, featuring live jazz from post-midnight until dawn. This event has been a tradition for twelve years, shifting to Friday evening this year.
    • Cambridge's Best Kept Secret (Page 6):
      • An article about Harvard’s museums, which are globally renowned but underappreciated in their local community. Linda Matchan provides a tour and explores reasons behind their anonymity.
  3. Columns:

    • Let's Eat Out (Page 3):
      • A column detailing the unique delights of Thoidai, a cuisine influenced by regions such as China, Burma, Vietnam, Indonesia, and India.
  4. Local Pressings (Page 4):

    • Discusses the local singles scene, focusing on new releases and themes.
  5. Screen Scene (Page 4):

    • Michael Blowen highlights recent Hollywood public release trivia.
  6. Departments:

    • Happenings:
      • Upcoming events include children’s concerts, album plays, a nightlight Black History Month special, and more. Events are listed on Page 11.
  7. Calendar Choice (Page 12):

    • "Master Drawings by Picasso" at the Fogg Museum, along with other events like “The Mother of Us All” opera and Shirley Chisholm’s talk at Pine Manor College.
  8. Next Week:

    • A preview of next week's content focusing on printmaking.

Advertisements:

  1. Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice (Top Left):

    • Information about the ice skating show featuring Olympic medalists and world champions, including Linda Fratianne.
    • Event details include dates, showtimes, and ticket prices at the Boston Garden.
  2. Low Light Plants (Top Middle):

    • Advertisement from The Plantery showcasing houseplants suitable for low light conditions.
  3. Pays Outlet's Washington’s Birthday Sale (Bottom Left):

    • Announcement of a sale celebrating Washington’s Birthday, offering up to 50% off on various clothing items such as sweaters, turtlenecks, and accessories.
    • Sale dates: February 16 to February 21.
    • Special offer includes free monogramming on selected sweaters with a coupon.
  4. Home Delivery of The Boston Globe (Middle Right):

    • An advertisement for home delivery service of The Boston Globe, mentioning toll-free numbers for ordering.

This newspaper page combines local news, cultural events, advertisements, and columns to inform and engage its readers.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically a community or local newspaper from Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated February 1985. Here's a detailed summary of the various sections and advertisements present:

  1. Headline and Calendar Section:

    • The word "INSIDE" is prominently displayed, indicating the table of contents for the newspaper.
    • The calendar section lists features for the week, including:
      • "Jazzing Up the Night" (Page 5): A mention of the 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert with a change from Saturday to Friday.
      • "Cambridge's Best Kept Secret" (Page 6): An article about hidden treasures in Harvard’s museums.
      • "Let's Eat Out" (Page 3): A feature on Thai cuisine.
      • "Local Pressings" (Page 4): Information about local music releases.
      • "Screen Scene" (Page 4): Highlights from Hollywood publicity.
      • "Happenings" (Page 11): Various events like concerts, plays, and other activities.
      • "Calendar Choice" (Page 12): A selection of shows and events.
  2. Advertisements:

    • Ice Follies Holiday On Ice: An advertisement for an ice skating show featuring Linda Fratianne, an Olympic silver medalist and world champion, with tickets available at the Boston Garden.
    • Low Light Plants: An ad for The Plantery, a store specializing in low-light plants, with a large illustration of a palm plant.
    • Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale: An advertisement for a sale at Pays Outlet, featuring discounts on sweaters, turtlenecks, and other clothing items, running from February 16 to February 21.
      • Special offer: Free monogramming on selected sweaters.
  3. Other Sections:

    • The Globe Home Delivery: An advertisement for home delivery of The Boston Globe newspaper.
    • Prints-Pally Speaking: An article on printmaking, featuring an exhibit of monotypes at the Museum of Fine Arts, with demonstrations and lectures.

The page is a mix of local news, advertisements, and cultural events, typical of a community newspaper from the mid-1980s.

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The image shows an old newspaper page with several advertisements and sections. Here is a detailed summary of its contents:

  1. Headline and Sections:

    • Top Left Corner: Part of the headline "Cambridge" is visible, indicating the newspaper's name or location.
    • Inside Calendar Section: On the right side, the section is titled "INSIDE" and lists various features and articles:
      • Jazzing Up the Night: Announces the 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert, which will feature 12 hours of jazz, with a change in timing to Friday evening.
      • Cambridge's Best Kept Secret: An article by Linda Matchan about the lesser-known treasures in Harvard's museums.
      • Features List:
        • "Let's Eat Out" focusing on Thai cuisine.
        • "Local Pressings" discussing new local singles.
        • "Screen Scene" by Michael Blowen, covering recent Hollywood publicity.
        • Departments and happenings like concerts, album plays, and more.
        • Calendar Choice and Next Week sections.
  2. Advertisements:

    • Ice Follies Holiday On Ice: An advertisement for an ice skating show featuring Olympic Silver Medalist Linda Fratantoni. The show is taking place at the Boston Garden on February 22, with tickets available for purchase.
    • Low Light Plants: An ad for The Plantery, promoting various plants with a tropical theme.
    • Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale: A sale advertisement for sweaters and various accessories, running from February 16 to February 21. The sale includes up to 50% off and a special offer for free monogramming on selected sweaters.

The overall appearance of the newspaper is aged, with noticeable wear and tear, indicating it is quite old. The advertisements and articles reflect events and promotions from the past, likely from the late 20th century.

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The image displays an open newspaper lying on a flat surface with its pages slightly turned upwards at the edges, suggesting use or age. The visible part of the paper includes various advertisements and sections of content.

On the left, an ad for "Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice" promotes a show at the Boston Garden, with ticket information, including a phone number for Charlie Ticketron. Below this, a prominent advertisement for "Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale" features an illustration of a sweater and announces a sale from February 16-21, along with a special offer for free monogramming on selected sweaters with the coupon shown in the ad.

In the center column, there's the masthead for an "INSIDE Calendar" section, which has the names of the Editor, Editorial Coordinator, Chief Designer, Art Director, among others. Below are listed features about a jazz night, a secret of Cambridge's history, columns about eating out and local music releases, and a section called "Screen Scene" discussing Hollywood's recent movie releases.

On the top right side, there is a 'Special Sale' banner for 'LOW LIGHT PLANTS' which goes into detail about the various plants for sale and includes a drawing of a plant. The right side of the page also includes various other sections including "FEATURES," "COLUMNS," "LOCAL PRESSINGS," "SCREEN SCENE," "DEPARTMENTS," and indicates what's coming up the following week under "NEXT WEEK."

The newspaper itself shows signs of yellowing, suggesting it may be quite old or has been exposed to elements that cause the paper to age. The condition and design hint that the newspaper is probably from several decades past. The exact date, name, and location of the newspaper are not visible in the image provided.

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The image shows an open newspaper spread with multiple advertisements and a section titled "INSIDE CALENDAR" on the right page.

On the left page:

  • At the top left, there is an ad for "Ice Follies and Holiday On Ice," promoting a show at the Boston Garden, with ticket prices and a phone number to order tickets.
  • Below that, there is an advertisement for a "Special Sale on LOW LIGHT PLANTS" featuring different plants like Dracaena Janet Craig, Sansevaria, Agla. Silver Queen, Dracaena Warneckii, etc., available at The Plantery in Boston.
  • Next to the plant ad, there is a small ad for home delivery of The Boston Globe to keep cool in hot weather.
  • At the bottom left, a large ad for "Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale," offering discounts on sweaters, turtlenecks, cardigans, and other clothing from February 16 to February 21. It features a close-up photo of a sweater with a label "PAY'S OUTLET" and mentions a "Special Offer" for free monogramming on selected sweaters.

On the right page:

  • The "INSIDE CALENDAR" section lists various features, columns, departments, and next week's topics.
  • Features include:
    • "JAZZING UP THE NIGHT" about the 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert.
    • "CAMBRIDGE'S BEST KEPT SECRET" about Harvard’s museums.
  • Columns include:
    • "LET'S EAT OUT" discussing the Star of Siam restaurant.
    • "LOCAL PRESSINGS" about local singles releases.
    • "SCREEN SCENE" highlighting Hollywood trivia.
  • Departments include:
    • "HAPPENINGS" listing events and activities.
    • "CALENDAR CHOICE" highlighting art shows and various exhibits.
  • Next week's section titled "PRINTS-PALLY SPEAKING," covering printmaking and the Museum of Fine Arts exhibit on monotypes.

The newspaper is from February 16, 1981, as noted at the bottom left edge of the left page.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper or magazine page with a variety of advertisements, articles, and promotional content. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Design

  • The page is divided into multiple sections, including advertisements, editorial content, and promotional blurbs.
  • The top of the page features a bold, stylized text that reads "CAMBRIDGE," likely indicating the publication's name or location.
  • The layout is dense with text and graphics, typical of mid-20th-century print media.

Advertisements

  1. Top Left:

    • "Ice Follies and Holiday On Ice":
      • A large, eye-catching advertisement for an ice skating show.
      • Highlights performers like Linda Fratianne and Christa Vobral.
      • Mentions Olympic silver medalists and world champions.
      • Includes ticket prices and performance dates: February 16–21.
      • Contact information for tickets is provided, including a phone number and address for the Boston Garden.
  2. Top Center:

    • "LOW LIGHT PLANTS":
      • An advertisement for indoor plants suitable for low-light conditions.
      • Features images of various plants, such as palms and ferns.
      • Lists different plant varieties with prices ranging from $2.50 to $10.00.
      • Includes a note about a special sale on February 19.
  3. Bottom Left:

    • "Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale":
      • A promotional advertisement for a clothing sale.
      • Highlights discounts of up to 50% off on sweaters, cardigans, and accessories.
      • Mentions specific items like sweaters, turtlenecks, cardigans, and oxfords.
      • Sale dates: February 16–21.
      • Features an image of a sweater and the Pays Outlet logo.
  4. Bottom Center:

    • "Special Offer":
      • A smaller advertisement offering a free monogrammed sweater with a coupon.
      • Includes a small graphic of a sweater and details about the offer.

Editorial Content

  1. Top Right:

    • "INSIDE CALENDAR":
      • A section titled "Inside Calendar" lists upcoming events and features.
      • Highlights include:
        • "JAZZING UP THE NIGHT": A 12-hour jazz concert on Friday evening, Page 5.
        • "CAMBRIDGE'S BEST KEPT SECRET": An article about Harvard's hidden museums, Page 5.
        • "LET'S EAT OUT": A review of Thai cuisine at The Star of Siam, Page 3.
        • "LOCAL PRESSINGS": A review of new local music releases, Page 4.
        • "SCREEN SCENE": A review of recent Hollywood publicity trivia, Page 4.
  2. Middle Right:

    • "DEPARTMENTS":
      • Lists various sections of the publication, including:
        • Children's Concerts/Album Plays/Nightlife/Black History Month/Specials/Extra/Movies/Capsule Reviews/On Stage/Ideas/Lectures and more, Page 11.
        • CALENDAR CHOICE: Features art exhibitions and cultural events, Page 12.
  3. Bottom Right:

    • "PRINTS—NEXT WEEK":
      • A preview of an upcoming article about printmaking, including an exhibit at the Museum of Fine Arts.
      • Mentions topics like printmaking techniques, demonstrations, and lectures.

Visual Elements

  • Graphics:
    • The advertisements include illustrations of plants, sweaters, and performers.
    • Text is presented in a mix of bold headlines and smaller descriptive text.
  • Typography:
    • Uses a mix of serif and sans-serif fonts, typical of mid-20th-century design.
    • Headings are bold and attention-grabbing, while body text is more subdued.

Overall Context

The page appears to be from a local newspaper or magazine focused on community events, cultural happenings, and consumer promotions. It combines entertainment news, local business advertisements, and editorial content, reflecting the interests and needs of its readers in the mid-20th century. The design and content suggest a focus on both practical information (e.g., sales, tickets) and cultural enrichment (e.g., jazz concerts, art exhibits).

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The image is of a newspaper, with the top of the page featuring an advertisement for "Ice Follies and Holiday On Ice," which showcases an ice skating event with Linda Fratianne, an Olympic silver medalist. Below the advertisement, there is a section titled "Low Light Plants," listing various plants suitable for indoor environments with low light. The right side of the page has a section titled "Inside" with subsections like "Jazzing Up the Night," "Cambridge's Best Kept Secret," "Columns," "Local Pressings," "Screen Scene," "Departments," "Happenings," "Calendar Choice," "Next Week," and "Prints-Pally Speaking." The "Jazzing Up the Night" section mentions a 12th annual Jazz All Night Concert. The bottom left of the page features an advertisement for "Pays Outlet's Washington's Birthday Sale," promoting discounts on sweaters, cardigans, and accessories. The bottom right has a section on "Prints-Pally Speaking," discussing the art of printmaking and its exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts.