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The image appears to be a scanned copy of a historical document or newspaper clipping, dated March 26, 1914, and April 2, 1914, and May 22, 1914. It features a central illustration of Japanese armor. The document is titled "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard" and discusses the presentation of a suit of Japanese armor to President Lowell of Harvard University by the Imperial University of Tokyo. The document mentions that this gift was a token of appreciation for Harvard's assistance in arranging for the services of professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo. The armor is described as being from the early Tokugawa period.
The text also includes a letter from K. Yamagawa, President of the Imperial University of Tokyo, to President Lowell, detailing the circumstances of the gift. Additionally, there are other articles mentioned in the document, such as "Specimens of Gothic Workmanship" and "FOGG ART MUSEUM Director Forbes's Annual Report Issued—Recent Valuable Additions to the Collections Mentioned," which discuss the Fogg Art Museum's collections and activities.
This image is a historical newspaper clipping from March 26, 1914, titled "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard." The article discusses a gift of a suit of Japanese armor from the Imperial University in Tokyo to President Lowell of Harvard University. The armor is now on exhibition at the Fogg Museum.
The clipping includes a photograph of a person wearing traditional Japanese armor, which appears to be from the early Tokugawa period. The armor is detailed and ornate, featuring a helmet with a distinctive design and layered armor plates.
The article explains that the armor was sent as a token of appreciation for Harvard's help in securing professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo. The letter from K. Yamagawa, President of the Imperial University of Tokyo, expresses gratitude for the assistance provided by Harvard in securing the services of Professors Kauffman and Price.
Additionally, there are other smaller articles on the page. One discusses specimens of Gothic workmanship on display at the Fogg Art Museum, presented by Mrs. George Fiske in memory of her husband. Another article is about Director Forbes's annual report, mentioning recent valuable additions to the collections at the Fogg Art Museum.
The document is preserved in a plastic sleeve, indicating its historical significance and the need for preservation.
This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping or museum bulletin, dated March 26, 1914, preserved under a clear protective cover. The page is filled with typewritten text and features a large, central photograph.
The headline reads: “How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard.” Below the headline is a full-length, black-and-white photograph of a suit of ornate Old Japanese armor, likely from the Tokugawa period. The armor is intricately detailed, showing a helmet with a prominent crest, a decorated cuirass, and layered skirt plates (kusa no katabira), with a warrior figure standing proudly with hands on hips. A caption beneath the photo notes it is “From the Harvard Alumni Bulletin” and explains: “This Gift to President Lowell of Old Japanese Armor Is ‘A Slight Token of Japan’s Appreciation of Harvard’s Help in Securing Professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo.’”
The main article to the right of the photograph details the gift: a suit of Japanese armor presented by K. Yamagawa, President of the Imperial University of Tokyo, to President Abbott Lawrence Lowell of Harvard University. It explains that the armor was sent via the Department of Foreign Affairs and the U.S. Embassy in Washington as a token of appreciation for Harvard’s assistance in securing professors for the newly established Imperial University in Tokyo. The armor is noted to be on exhibition at the Fogg Museum.
Additional, smaller articles are also present:
The document is dated multiple times (March 26, April 8, and May 28, 1914), suggesting it’s a compilation of news clippings from different sources related to Harvard University and the Fogg Museum. The paper is visibly aging, with browned edges, slight creases, and a small tear in the lower right corner — signs of its historical nature. Overall, the document serves as a historical record of international academic collaboration and cultural exchange between Japan and the United States in the early 20th century, centered around a significant gift of samurai armor to Harvard.
The image is of a newspaper clipping. The clipping is titled "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard." The clipping contains a picture of a samurai wearing armor. The clipping also contains a letter from K. Yamagawa, the President of the Imperial University of Tokyo, to President Lowell of Harvard University. The letter discusses the gift of a suit of Japanese armor that is being presented to Harvard University. The clipping also contains information about an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, including the display of rubbings from English monumental brasses and the addition of Gandhara sculptures and prints to the museum's collection.
The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine featuring a historical article. The main title at the top reads "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard." Below the title, there is a large illustration of a traditional Japanese samurai warrior in full armor, which is prominently displayed on the left side of the page.
The article discusses Japan's gesture of goodwill towards Harvard University. It mentions that Japan has gifted the university with a piece of Japanese armor, which is now on exhibit at the Fogg Museum. The article includes a letter from Tokyo Tekkō Daigaku, dated January 16, 1914, addressed to the President of Harvard University, expressing gratitude for Harvard's assistance to Japanese professors in Tokyo. The letter is signed by K. Yamaguchi, the President of Tokyo Tekkō Daigaku.
The text continues with additional information about the Fogg Museum's acquisitions, including specimens of Gothic workmanship, English art museum monumental brasses, and other valuable items such as Gandhara sculpture, a Greek head, and prints. The article highlights the museum's annual report and the enrichment of its collections through various gifts and purchases.
The page also includes smaller headlines and captions related to the article, such as "Specimens of Gothic Workmanship" and "Director Forbes's Annual Report Issued." The overall layout is typical of early 20th-century print media, with a mix of text and illustrations designed to inform and engage the reader.
The image depicts a historical document from the Fogg Art Museum, dated March 26, 1914, and titled "How Japan Pays a Debt: It Thinks It Owes to Harvard." The document appears to be a transcript or clipping from a publication, likely a university bulletin or newsletter.
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The image captures a moment of cultural exchange between Japan and the United States, highlighting Harvard University's role in facilitating academic collaboration. The gift of the Japanese armor symbolizes Japan's gratitude for Harvard's support in establishing academic ties, particularly in the field of law and political economy. The document serves as both a historical record and a celebration of cross-cultural appreciation.
This is a yellowed newspaper clipping mounted on orange backing, dated in 1914. The large headline reads: “How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard.” On the left side there is a big black-and-white illustration of a full suit of traditional Japanese armor (samurai armor with a menacing helmet and layered plates). Below the image is a caption noting that the armor was a gift to President Lowell of Harvard, as part of Japan’s appreciation for Harvard’s help in securing professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo. The right side contains smaller columns of text, including a short item titled “Specimens of Gothic Workmanship” and another note about an exhibition or museum-related items. There are handwritten date markings along the top edge.
This image shows a newspaper or newsletter clipping from March 26, 1914, detailing the donation of a suit of Japanese armor to Harvard University. The title reads, "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard" and highlights the gift symbolizing Japan's appreciation of Harvard's assistance in securing professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo.
An image of a Japanese suit of armor is prominently displayed, showing intricate details of the armor's design, referencing the medieval samurai heritage. The text below reads, "This Gift to President Lowell of Old Japanese Armor is 'A Slight Token of Japan's Appreciation of Harvard's Help in Securing Professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo.'"
Several columns of text provide more context about the donation and related cultural exchanges and academic connections. Additional smaller articles, including updates from Harvard or the local area, are also visible on the same clipping. The document shows signs of aging, with a yellowed appearance and minor tears around the edges. The word "Beaumont" and the date, "March 26, 1914," are handwritten at the top.
This image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping. The article is titled "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard" and is dated March 26, 1914. The main focus is on a gift of old Japanese armor that was presented to President Lowell of Harvard University as a token of appreciation from Japan for Harvard's help in securing professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo.
The top portion of the clipping features the title and introductory text about the suit of armor, alongside a black-and-white photograph of the armor itself. The armor looks traditional, with a helmet that has prominent features, like horns or decorative extensions, and body armor designed with various plates.
Below the photograph, a caption reads: "This Gift to President Lowell of Old Japanese Armor Is 'A Slight Token of Japan's Appreciation of Harvard's Help in Securing Professors for the Imperial University in Tokyo'". The article and photograph are from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," as indicated by the credit in the lower-left corner.
The article on the right-hand side of the clipping appears to be a separate piece related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and mentions various art pieces and collections associated with the museum, including Gothic workmanship, an annual report, and new acquisitions. The text is dense and formatted in the typical column style of newspapers from that era.
The image is a photograph or scan of a newspaper clipping dated March 26, 1914. The headline reads: "How Japan Pays a Debt It Thinks It Owes to Harvard." The clipping features a central image of Japanese armor, identified as a gift to President Lowell from the Imperial University of Tokyo, signifying Japan's appreciation for Harvard's assistance in securing professors for the university.
The text alongside the image explains the context of the gift. Key figures mentioned include K. Kamaya, President of the Imperial University of Tokyo, and Director Forbes of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, who reported on various important additions to the museum's collection.
There is a handwritten note at the top indicating the source or date, likely added after the original publication. Phrases like "Crimson - April 2, 1914" also suggest the article was referenced in other publications or reports.
The newspaper clipping is old, discolored, and shows signs of aging, such as tattered edges and a faded appearance.