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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

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The image is a page from a book or a document that appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and event announcements. The page is dated February 11, 1922, and contains several notices and articles. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Article on the Fogg Museum:

    • The article discusses the Fogg Museum and its collection of American interiors. It mentions that the museum has acquired a mantelpiece from a house in Washington, D.C., and a door from a house in Boston. The article highlights the museum's efforts to preserve and exhibit American architectural elements.
  2. Event Announcements:

    • Sunday, February 12:
      • The MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge Annual Meeting, under the direction of Mrs. Arthur D. Little, at the 47 Workshop. Mr. Edward MacDowell will give an illustrated talk on "The MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H." and will play some of his music. The event is at the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 5:30 P.M.
    • Monday, February 13:
      • A lecture on "Indian Christian Art of the Far East" (illustrated) by Mrs. Lukens Warner, Director of the Pennsylvania Art Museum. The event is at the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 P.M.
    • Tuesday, February 14:
      • A lecture on "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial" (illustrated) by Mr. C. Howard Walker, Professor of the School of Landscape Architecture. The event is at the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4 P.M.
  3. Article on Harvard Envoys to West:

    • The article discusses the Harvard Extension Courses for 1921-1922, which include lectures by professors for adults. It mentions various courses and lectures, including those by Professor G. Howard and Professor H. W. Farnsworth. The article also highlights the Harvard Dramatic Club's production of "The Merchant of Venice" and other cultural events.
  4. Additional Clippings:

    • There are smaller clippings pasted onto the page, but their content is not fully legible in the image.

The page is part of a scrapbook or a similar collection, with handwritten annotations and pasted clippings, indicating a historical record of events and articles from February 1922.

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The image shows two pages from a publication, likely a newspaper or a program, from February 1922. Here is a detailed summary of each page:

Left Page

Headline: "To Uncover the Ruins of Colophon"
Author: Edward Capps
Publication Date: February 11, 1922

The article discusses the archaeological examination of Colophon, an ancient Greek city. It mentions:

  • The examination of the site, which has been delayed due to various factors, including the Turkish War.
  • The significance of Colophon, which was one of the twelve Ionian cities and the location of the Temple of Artemis.
  • The historical context, including the city's role in the Persian and Greek conflicts, and its later decline.
  • The interest in uncovering the ruins, which are believed to be near the present-day village of Değrimeni.
  • The involvement of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens in the project, with funding from the Greek government.

Right Page

Headline: "Gazette, February 11, 1922"

Sunday, February 12:

  • Event: The MacDowell Colony of Cambridge Annual Meeting, featuring an illustrated talk by Mrs. Edward MacDowell on the MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H., followed by a performance of Mr. MacDowell's music.

Monday, February 13:

  • Lecture: "Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Poses" by Mr. Lawson, Director of the Pennsylvania Art Museum, at 4:30 p.m. in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

Tuesday, February 14:

  • Lecture: "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial" by Mr. C. Howard Walker, at 4 p.m. in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

Additional Section: "Harvard Envoys to West"
Date: February 17, 1922

  • This section lists the appointments of exchange professors for 1922-1923, including:
    • Professor M. P.iling from the University of Leiden to Harvard.
    • Professor W. L. W. S. P. from the University of Leiden to Harvard.
    • Other appointments to various institutions, including the University of California, the University of Chicago, and the University of London.

French Professor to Lecture:

  • Professor E. P. Gauthier from the University of Bordeaux will deliver a lecture on "The French Exchange Professor at Harvard" on March 1 at 4:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum, with an illustrated talk on the cathedrals of France.

Overall, the pages contain historical, cultural, and educational content, focusing on archaeological work, music, art, and academic exchanges and lectures.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine titled "Gazette," dated February 11, 1922. Here are the details from the visible content:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The page includes an advertisement for "The American School of Classical Studies at Athens."
  2. Main Content:

    • The main section lists various events and meetings happening around that time in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

    • Sunday, February 12:

      • An annual meeting of the MacDowell Colony League, under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts and the Division of Music, featuring an illustrated talk by Mr. Edward MacDowell on "The MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H." and playing some of Mr. MacDowell's music at 3:30 p.m.
    • Monday, February 13:

      • A lecture titled "Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Frescoes" by Mr. Lawson Warner, Director of the Pennsylvania Art Museum, at 4:30 p.m.
    • Tuesday, February 14:

      • A talk on "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial," by Mr. Howard Walker, at 4:00 p.m., under the auspices of the Topian Club of the School of Landscape Architecture.
  3. Bottom Left Corner:

    • An article titled "Harvard Envoys to West" mentions two Harvard professors, Professor Mackling and Professor Appleton, who were appointed as lecturers in the 1922-1923 academic year for various institutions in the United States.

    • The article lists several Harvard students who were awarded fellowships to study abroad in 1922, including:

      • Howard M. Sturgis
      • Howard L. Sears
      • Charles W. Putnam
      • Charles B. Maclay
      • Edward T. McCaffrey
      • and others.
  4. Bottom Right Corner:

    • A small note or brief article about French professors at Harvard, Professor Paul Gaultier and Professor Eugène Fromentin, who were scheduled to lecture during March and April.

Additionally, the lower portion includes a small advertisement or reference to "The Fairbanks Memorial Lecture" and mentions an event titled "What is the New Deal?" scheduled on the 19th of March.

The page also includes some smaller text and advertisements related to the Cambridge community and cultural events.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically a section titled "Gazette," dated February 11, 1922. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Top Section (February 12, 1922)

    • The MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge Annual Meeting: This meeting was under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts, the Division of Music, and the 47th Workshop. Mrs. Edward MacDowell gave an illustrated talk on "The MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H.," followed by a musical performance by Mr. MacDowell.
  2. Middle Section (February 13, 1922)

    • Lecture on Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Freemasonry: Mr. Lawson Warner, Director of the Pennsylvania Art Museum, delivered a lecture titled "Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Freemasonry" in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 p.m.
  3. Right Section (February 14, 1922)

    • Lecture on War Memorials: Mr. C. Howard Walker gave a lecture titled "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial" in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4 p.m., under the auspices of the Topian Club of the School of Landscape Architecture.
  4. Left Section (Harvard Envoys to Western Colleges)

    • Harvard Exchange Program: This section discusses Harvard's two exchange professors, Professor Hocking and Professor Tappan, who visited several colleges in the western region. It mentions that Harvard students have been awarded John Harvard Scholarships and lists several recipients and their colleges. Additionally, it mentions a new scholarship, the John Harvard Memorial Scholarship, and details about the students who have received it.
    • French Professor at Cambridge: Professor F. E. Gaudier de Villers is noted for his French lectures at Cambridge.
  5. Additional Notes:

    • The page also contains a brief article about the "Uncovering the Ruins of Colophon," which discusses the historical and archaeological significance of the city and its excavation by American institutions.

The layout of the page includes a mix of scheduled lectures, historical information, and announcements about educational and cultural events at Harvard University and related institutions.

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The image is a page from a newspaper or a magazine, specifically a section that appears to be from a February 1922 issue. The page includes several articles and event listings.

  1. Main Article:

    • Title: "To Uncover the Ruins of Colophon"
    • Content: The article discusses the archaeological efforts to excavate the ancient city of Colophon in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). The expedition is led by Dr. Howard Crosby Butler of the American School of Classical Studies in Athens. The text describes the historical significance of Colophon, including its ancient Greek ruins, and the efforts to uncover these sites with the help of the Greek government. It mentions the discovery of ancient pottery and other artifacts, and the challenges faced in the excavation process, such as the terrain and the need for financial support.
  2. Event Listings:

    • MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge Annual Meeting:
      • Date: February 12, 1922
      • Speakers: Mrs. Edward MacDowell will give an illustrated talk on "The MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H."
      • Time: 3:30 p.m.
      • Location: Fogg Art Museum
    • Lecture on Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Frecoes:
      • Date: February 13, 1922
      • Speaker: Mr. Lawson Warner, Director of the Pennsylvania Art Museum
      • Time: 4:30 p.m.
      • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum
    • War Memorials Lecture:
      • Date: February 14, 1922
      • Speaker: Mr. C. Howard Walker
      • Topic: "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial"
      • Time: 4:00 p.m.
      • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum
  3. Harvard Envoys to West:

    • Date: February 17, 1922
    • Content: This article details Harvard's exchange program where students travel to the West to study philosophy and theology at Western colleges and universities. It mentions two professors, Alfred North Whitehead and Josiah Royce, who will visit the West to represent Harvard. The article also lists the names of the students participating in the exchange program and the institutions they will attend.
  4. French Professor to Lecture:

    • Date: March 2, 1922
    • Speaker: Professor Emile P. Gautier of the Catholic University of Paris
    • Topic: "The French Exchange Professor at Harvard"
    • Time: 4:30 p.m.
    • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum

The page also includes a small advertisement for "The Cambridge University Press" and other small print, likely related to the publication date and other minor details.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper dated Sunday, February 12, specifically "The Boston Evening Transcript."

Sections and Articles:

  1. Top Left - "To Uncover the Ruins of Colophon":

    • An article discussing archaeological efforts to excavate the ancient city of Colophon in Asia Minor. The Greek government has invited American institutions to participate in the excavation. The article mentions the historical significance of Colophon and its notable figures, such as the poet Mimnermus and the philosopher Xenophanes.
  2. Top Right - Events Listings:

    • Sunday, February 12:

      • The MacDowell Colony Lectures on Cambridge: Annual meeting under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts, with a talk by Mrs. Edward MacDowell on "The MacDowell Colony at Peterborough, N.H."
    • Monday, February 13:

      • Lecture: "Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Frescoes" by Mr. Langdon Warner at the Pennsylvania Art Museum, Lecture Room.
    • Tuesday, February 14:

      • Lecture (under the auspices of the Topian Club): "War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial," by Mr. C. Howard Walker at the Fogg Art Museum Lecture Room.
  3. Middle - "Harvard Envoys to Visit West" (Exchange Professors for 1923-University Allots):

    • An article detailing Harvard University's exchange professors who will travel to the West Coast. They include:
      • Professor Albert Bushnell Hart, visiting the University of Washington.
      • Professor Edward Kennard Rand, visiting Stanford University.
      • Other faculty members are listed with their respective destinations and fields of expertise.
  4. Bottom Left - "Fifth Lecture" (continuation from a previous page):

    • Details about a series of lectures, focusing on the upcoming lecture by Professor Ellis on the course of serving as French exchange professor. The lecture is scheduled for Wednesday at 4:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum.

Miscellaneous:

  • The page also contains various advertisements and announcements in the margins, typical of newspaper layouts from that era.

This page provides a mix of historical, cultural, and academic information, reflecting the interests and activities of the community at that time.

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This image shows a page from a publication, which appears to be an old newsletter or bulletin, dated "February 11, '22" at the top right corner, suggesting it's from February 11, 1922. The paper is aged, with some discoloration and wear at the edges.

The page lists a series of events, primarily educational lectures or presentations connected to Harvard University, given the several mentions of "Fogg Art Museum," a Harvard institution. The events listed are dated Sunday, February 12, and Tuesday, February 14, with topics covering art, music, and cultural memorials. Notably, occasions such as an annual meeting of the "MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge" and a lecture about "War Memorials" are detailed.

The text also features sections discussing "Harvard Envoys to West" regarding involved exchanges of professors for lectures for the spring term, and a small mention of a "Fresh Professor to Lecture" which indicates a new faculty member giving introductory lectures at Harvard.

The left-hand side and bottom part of the page appear to contain an article discussing the ruins of Colophon and its significance, as well as references to figures like Alexander the Great and Byron.

Overall, the page offers insights into academic and cultural activities from the early 20th century, as well as some scholarly or historical commentary.

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The image shows a page from a vintage book or magazine. The page contains several sections of text, including a column of dates on the left side and various articles and announcements on the right. The text is printed in a classic serif font, and the page has a slightly worn and aged appearance, suggesting it is from an older publication. The articles cover topics such as lectures, meetings, and announcements related to various subjects.

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The image depicts a page from a historical document, likely a newsletter or bulletin, dated February 11, 1922, and titled "The MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge." The page is numbered 36 and appears to be from an archival or institutional publication. Here is a detailed description:

General Layout:

  • The page is formatted in a classic, early 20th-century style, with dense, typed text arranged in columns.
  • The top of the page features a handwritten note at the top center: "Legatte, February 11, '22," suggesting it may have been annotated or marked by someone named Legatte.
  • The page includes a header with the title "The MacDowell Colony League of Cambridge" and a date: "SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12."

Content Overview:

The page contains several announcements and details about upcoming events, lectures, and activities. Key sections include:

1. Annual Meeting:

  • Title: "THE MACDOWELL COLONY LEAGUE OF CAMBRIDGE. Annual Meeting (under the auspices of the Division of Fine Arts, the Division of Music, and the 47 Workshop)."
  • Details:
    • Speaker: Mr. MacDowell will give an illustrated talk on "The MacDowell Music Colony."
    • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Time: 4:30 P.M.
    • Date: Monday, February 13.

2. Lecture on Indian, Chinese, and Japanese Art:

  • Title: "LECTURE: 'Indian, Chinese and Japanese Art Treasures' (Illustrated)."
  • Speaker: Mr. LANDON WARNER, Director of the Pennsylvania Museum.
  • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Time: 4:30 P.M.
    • Date: Tuesday, February 14.

3. Lecture on Landscape Architecture:

  • Title: "LECTURE (under the auspices of the Toparian Club of the School of Landscape Architecture): 'War Memorials, with Special Reference to the Proposed Boston Memorial.'"
  • Speaker: Mr. C. HOWARD WALKER.
  • Location: Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Time: 4 P.M.
    • Date: Tuesday, February 14.

4. Harvard Envoys to West:

  • Title: "HARVARD ENVOYS TO WEST."
  • Details:
    • Discusses the appointment of two Harvard professors as exchange professors at the University of Chicago.
    • Mentions the William James Lectures and the James Barr Lecture.
    • Includes a list of faculty members involved in the exchange program, such as William C. Brownell, Professor Alfred D. Wolter, and others.
    • Notes that the exchange program is part of Harvard's efforts to foster international academic collaboration.

5. French Professor to Lecture:

  • Title: "FRENCH PROFESSOR TO LECTURE."
  • Details:
    • Announces that Ennio Professeur from the University of Paris will deliver a lecture on French literature.
    • The lecture will be held in the Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on Wednesday afternoon.
    • The subject of the lecture is the country and people of France.

Additional Notes:

  • The left column contains dense text that appears to discuss historical or academic topics, possibly related to classical studies, literature, or cultural analysis. The text is difficult to decipher fully without closer inspection, but it seems to reference themes such as "The Greek Government," "American Institutions," and "the Alexandrian school."
  • The right column is dedicated to the announcements and event details described above.
  • The page has a slightly worn appearance, with some discoloration and faint markings, suggesting it is part of an older archive or collection.

Contextual Clues:

  • The document is likely from the MacDowell Colony, a well-known artists' colony in Peterborough, New Hampshire, which had strong ties to Cambridge, Massachusetts, during this era.
  • The inclusion of lectures on art, music, and literature reflects the interdisciplinary nature of the colony and its engagement with cultural and academic activities.

Conclusion:

This page serves as a historical record of cultural and academic events scheduled for early February 1922, highlighting the intellectual and artistic activities of the MacDowell Colony and its connections to institutions like Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. The detailed announcements provide insight into the educational and artistic programming of the time.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine. The page has a brown color, and it appears to be quite old, as evidenced by the faded and worn-out appearance of the paper. The text is printed in black ink and is organized into several columns. The text is arranged in a grid-like pattern, with each column containing several lines of text. The text is written in a cursive font, which was common in newspapers and magazines during the early 20th century. The page also features several headlines, which are printed in a larger font size and are located at the top of each column. The headlines are designed to grab the reader's attention and provide a brief summary of the article's content. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past and showcases the style of newspaper and magazine printing that was prevalent during the early 20th century.