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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

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The image is a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," specifically page 169. This page lists various appointments and consents given by the Board of Overseers for faculty positions at Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Frederick William Charles Lieder:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of German
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  2. Guillermo Rivera:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Spanish
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard)
  3. Frank Stenton Cawley:

    • Position: Instructor in German
    • Duration: For three years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard)
  4. Robert Franklin Field:

    • Position: Instructor in Physics
    • Duration: For three years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard)
  5. Norris Rieger Hall:

    • Position: Instructor in Chemistry
    • Duration: For three years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  6. Eliot Raymond Schaeffer:

    • Position: Instructor in Physics
    • Duration: For three years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  7. William Watson:

    • Position: First Director of the Fogg Art Museum Research in Asia
    • Duration: For five years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  8. Morton de Agua:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Education
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  9. William Peabody Gerish:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Astronomy
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  10. Edward Skinner King:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Astronomy
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  11. George La Piana:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Church History
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  12. Edwin Addison Shaw:

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Education
    • Duration: From September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: A.B. (Harvard), A.M. (Harvard), Ph.D. (Harvard)
  13. William John Lydgate Lyster:

    • Position: Professor of Military Science and Tactics at the Medical School
    • Duration: For five years from September 1, 1925
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1925
    • Educational Background: U.S. Military Academy (West Point)

The page provides a snapshot of the academic appointments and the qualifications of the individuals who were appointed to various positions at Harvard University during that period.

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The image shows an open page from the "Harvard University Gazette." The left page is numbered 168, and the right page is numbered 169. The content on these pages appears to be a list of academic appointments and recognitions, including names, titles, and dates of service.

Here is a detailed summary of the content on the right page (page 169):

  • Frederick William Charles Lidder, Assistant Professor of German, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Cornell Univ.) 1902, A.M. (Columbia) 1905, Ph.D. (Harvard) 1907. Assistant Teaching Fellow in German, 1904-1905; Assistant Professor of German, 1920-1923, Harvard University.
  • Guillermo Rivera, Assistant Professor of Spanish, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1909, A.M. 1914. Instructor in Spanish, 1920-1923, Harvard University.
  • Frank Stanton Cawley, Instructor in German, for three years from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1910, A.M. 1911, Ph.D. 1916. Assistant in German, 1916-1917; Instructor in German, 1917-1918, Harvard University.
  • Robert Franklin Field, Instructor in Physics, for three years from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1916, A.M. 1917, Ph.D. 1920. Assistant in Physics, 1919-1920; Instructor in Physics, 1920-1921, Harvard University.
  • Norris F. Hall, Instructor in Chemistry, for three years from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1915, A.M. 1916, Ph.D. 1919. Teaching Fellow in Chemistry, 1915-1916, 1919-1920; Instructor in Chemistry, 1920-1921, Harvard University.
  • Elmer Raymond Schaffer, Instructor in Physics, for three years from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1917, A.M. 1918. Assistant in the Jefferson Physical Laboratory, 1917-1918; Instructor in Physics, 1918-1919, Harvard University.
  • Langdon Warner, Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum for Research in Asia, for five years from September 1, 1922. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1903. Assistant Curator of Oriental Art, 1906-1912, Boston Museum of Fine Arts; Assistant Professor of Fine Arts, 1912-1919, Harvard University; Curator of Oriental Art, 1919-1923, Fogg Art Museum.
  • Bancroft Beatley, Assistant Professor of Education, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1915, A.M. 1916, Ed.M. 1922. Assistant in Education, 1919-1920; Assistant Professor of Education, 1920-1923, Harvard University.
  • William Peabody Gerish, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1917. Assistant in Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory, 1919-1920; Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory, 1920-1923, Harvard University.
  • Edward Skinner King, Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1911, A.M. 1912. Assistant at the Observatory, 1912-1917; Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory, 1917-1920, Harvard University.
  • George La Plante, Assistant Professor of Social Ethics, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1904, Ph.D. 1910. Instructor in Social Ethics, 1910-1915; Assistant Professor of Social Ethics, 1915-1920, Harvard University.
  • Edwin Adams Shaw, Assistant Professor of Education, from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1914, A.M. 1915, Ed.M. 1920. Assistant in Education, 1919-1920; Assistant Professor of Education, 1920-1923, Harvard University.
  • Edward Andrew Lincoln, Instructor in Education, for three years from September 1, 1923. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1919, A.M. 1920. Instructor in Education, 1920-1921, Harvard University.
  • William John Leland Lyster, Professor of Military Science and Tactics at the Military School, to serve while detailed at Harvard University by the United States Government. (Consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.)

    • Education: A.B. (U.S.M.A.) 1902. Captain, 1902-1912; Major, 1912-1917; Lieutenant Colonel, 1917-1918; Colonel, 1918-1920; Brigadier General, 1920-1923. Chief of the Military Information Division, General Staff, 1917-1918; Assistant Chief of Staff, 1st Corps Area, 1921-1923.

The text is printed in black ink, and the pages show signs of aging, with some slight discoloration and a few spots. The layout is structured in a formal, academic style typical of official university documents.

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The image displays a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically detailing appointments and promotions made in academic positions at Harvard University and affiliated institutions. Here are the key points from the page:

  1. Meeting of April 9, 1923:

    • Frederick William Charles Lieber, Assistant Professor of German, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 1, 1923.
    • Bancroft Bealley, Assistant Professor of Education, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 1, 1923.
  2. Guillermo Rivera, Assistant Professor of Spanish, was appointed from October 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 1, 1923.

  3. Frank Stanton Cawley was appointed as an Instructor in German from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  4. Robert Franklin Field, Instructor in Physics, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers.

  5. Norris Folger Hall, Instructor in Chemistry, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  6. William Peabody Gerrit, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  7. Edward Skinner King, Assistant Professor of Astronomy, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers.

  8. George La Piazza, Assistant Professor of Church History, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers.

  9. Edwin Adams Shaw, Assistant Professor of Education, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  10. Elmer Raymond Schaffer, Instructor in Physics, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  11. Langdon Warner, Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum for Research in Asia, was appointed from September 1, 1923, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers, May 14, 1923.

  12. William John Leland Lytton, Professor of Military Science and Tactics at the Medical School, was appointed to serve as a military instructor at Harvard University by the United States Government, with a consent given by the Board of Overseers.

The page also lists previous appointments and promotions, including various individuals who were promoted to Assistant Professors or Fellows and the dates of their appointments.

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The image displays a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically page 109, which lists various academic appointments and promotions made by the Board of Overseers. The entries are dated May 14, 1923, and cover several individuals and their respective roles and educational backgrounds.

  1. Frederick William Charles Lücker

    • Position: Assistant Professor of German
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Cornell University), 1902; A.M. (Harvard University), 1905; Ph.D. (Harvard University), 1907
    • Previous Experience: Assistant Teaching Fellow in German, 1904-1906; Assistant Professor of German, 1907-1923
  2. Guillermo Rivera

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Spanish
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: S.B. (Harvard University), 1909; A.M. (Harvard University), 1914
    • Previous Experience: Instructor in Spanish, 1910-1912; Harvard University
  3. Frank Stanton Cawley

    • Position: Instructor in German
    • Tenure: Three years from September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1916
    • Previous Experience: Master in Modern Languages, 1916-19; Assistant Teaching Fellow in German, 1919-1923
  4. Robert Franklin Field

    • Position: Instructor in Physics
    • Tenure: Three years from September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1910; A.M. (Harvard University), 1913; Ph.D. (Harvard University), 1916
  5. Norris Folger Hall

    • Position: Instructor in Chemistry
    • Tenure: Three years from September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1915; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916
    • Previous Experience: Assistant Teaching Fellow in Chemistry, 1919-1923
  6. Elmer Raymond Schaeffer

    • Position: Instructor in Physics
    • Tenure: Three years from September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1920
    • Previous Experience: Assistant in Physics, 1920-1923
  7. Langdon Warner

    • Position: Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum
    • Tenure: For research in Asia, five years from September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1905
  8. Bancroft Beatty

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Education
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1915; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916; Ed.M. (Harvard University), 1919
  9. Willard Peabody Gerish

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1913
  10. Edward Skinner King

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Hamilton College), 1907; A.M. (Harvard University), 1910; Ph.D. (Harvard University), 1916
  11. George La Plante

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Church History
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (College of the City of New York), 1905; S.T.M. (Harvard University), 1910
  12. Edwin Adams Shaw

    • Position: Assistant Professor of Education
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1914; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916
  13. Edward Andrews Linson

    • Position: Instructor in Education
    • Tenure: From September 1, 1923
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: A.B. (Harvard University), 1913; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916
  14. William John Leighton Lytton

    • Position: Professor of Medical Science and Tactics at the Medical School
    • Tenure: To serve while detailed at Harvard University by the United States Government
    • Consent Given: May 14, 1923
    • Education: M.D. (University of Michigan), 1902

The page also includes a note about the meeting of the Board of Overseers held on April 9, 1923, and another on May 9, 1923.

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The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically the 1923 edition, detailing faculty appointments and promotions. Here is a detailed summary:

Faculty Appointments and Promotions:

Appointments for the 1923-1924 Academic Year:

  1. Frederick William Charles Lischer

    • Assistant Professor of German.
    • Appointed from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Cornell University), 1908; A.M. (Cornell University), 1909; Ph.D. (Harvard University), 1915; Assistant Professor at the University of Wisconsin, 1919-1923.
  2. Guillermo Rivera

    • Assistant Professor of Spanish.
    • Appointed from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: S.B. (Harvard University), 1909; A.M. (Harvard University), 1914; Instructor in Spanish, 1919-1923.
  3. Frank Stanton Cawley

    • Instructor in German.
    • Appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Cornell University), 1916; Master of Arts in Modern Languages, 1918-1919; Instructor in German at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1918-1923.
  4. Robert Franklin Field

    • Instructor in Physics.
    • Appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Brown University), 1906; A.M. (Harvard University), 1907; Instructor in Physics, 1910-1915; Brown University, 1915-1923.
  5. Norris Folger Hall

    • Instructor in Chemistry.
    • Appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Harvard University), 1915; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916; Instructor in Chemistry, 1917-1923.
  6. Elmer Raymond Schaeffer

    • Instructor in Physics.
    • Appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Harvard University), 1918; Assistant in Physics, 1918-1923.
  7. Langdon Warner

    • Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum for Research in Asia.
    • Appointed from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Harvard University), 1915; Instructor in Fine Arts, 1918-1923.

Promotions:

  1. Bancroft Beatty

    • Assistant Professor of Education.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: A.B. (Harvard University), 1915; A.M. (Harvard University), 1916; Instructor in Education, 1918-1923.
  2. Willard Peabody Gerish

    • Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
  3. Edward Skinner King

    • Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
  4. George La Piana

    • Assistant Professor of Church History.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
  5. Edwin Adams Shaw

    • Assistant Professor of Education.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
  6. Edward Andrew Lincoln

    • Assistant Professor of Education.
    • Promoted from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.

Other Notable Appointments:

  1. William John Lelande Lyter
    • Professor of Military Science and Tactics.
    • Appointed from September 1, 1923.
    • Consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 14, 1923.
    • Previous roles: Graduate of the U.S. Military Academy, 1905; Lieutenant Colonel, 1923.

Meetings:

  • The meetings of the Board of Overseers are mentioned for May 14, 1923, and April 9, 1923, indicating the dates when consents for these appointments and promotions were given.

This page highlights the significant faculty changes and appointments at Harvard University for the academic year 1923-1924, reflecting the institution's focus on diverse academic disciplines and research.

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The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically page 160, detailing various faculty appointments and changes for the academic year starting in 1923. Here's a detailed summary of the information provided:

Appointments and Promotions

German:

  • Frederick William Charles Lieder: Appointed Assistant Professor of German from September 1, 1923. Formerly a Consent (given by the Board of Overseers) Instructor.

Spanish:

  • Guillermo Rivera: Appointed Assistant Professor of Spanish from September 1, 1923. Formerly a Consent Instructor.

German (Instructors):

  • Frank Stanton Cawley: Appointed Instructor in German for three years from September 1, 1923.

Physics:

  • Robert Franklin Field: Appointed Instructor in Physics for three years from September 1, 1923.

Chemistry:

  • Norris Folger Hall: Appointed Instructor in Chemistry for three years from September 1, 1923.

Physics (Additional):

  • Elmer William Schaffer: Appointed Instructor in Physics for three years from September 1, 1923.

Far Eastern Languages:

  • Langdon Warner: Appointed Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum for five years from September 1, 1922. Consent given by the Board of Overseers.

Other Positions

Education:

  • Mezzingo or Aram S.: Appointed Assistant Professor of Education from September 1, 1923.

Astronomy:

  • Edward Skinner King: Appointed Phillips Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory from September 1, 1923.

Chemistry:

  • George de Hevesy: Appointed Associate (Consent given) from September 1, 1923.

History and Classical Philology:

  • Abbott Payson Usher: Appointed Assistant Professor of History from September 1, 1923.
  • Arthur Stanley Pease: Appointed Professor of Latin from September 1, 1923.
  • Edward Kennard Rand: Appointed Pope Professor of Latin from September 1, 1923.

Economics:

  • Edwin Francis Gay: Appointed Professor of Economic History from September 1, 1923.

Military Science and Tactics:

  • William John Lantron: Appointed Professor of Military Science and Tactics.

Other Notables

  • William Morris Davis: Given Consent to become Professor Emeritus of Physical Geography from September 1, 1923.
  • Charles Franklin Thwing: Given Consent to be appointed as Lecturer on Education for three years from September 1, 1923.

Miscellaneous

The bottom part of the image contains a section for "Memorials of deceased officers" with a handwritten note mentioning "Howard Van Sinderen Lanson."

This page reflects the university's administrative updates on faculty appointments, promotions, and retirements for the academic year.

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This image shows a single page from an old book or academic journal titled "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE." The page number is 169. It contains printed text mainly listing names, titles, academic qualifications, and appointments of various Harvard University faculty members in 1923. The text is organized into two columns.

On the left column, there are entries for professors and instructors in German, Spanish, Modern Languages, Physics, Chemistry, Fine Arts, and related fields. Each entry includes the name, academic degrees, teaching history, and appointment dates, often mentioning consent given by the Board of Overseers.

The right column continues with similar information about professors and assistants in various departments like Education, Mechanical Engineering, Astronomy, Church History, and Military Science and Tactics. It also mentions specific meetings and consents by the Board of Overseers dated April 9, 1923, and April 23, 1923.

The bottom of the page has some discoloration and tears, with pieces of tape holding parts of the page. The edges of the page are slightly worn and aged. There is a red mark (possibly pen or pencil) next to one of the entries in the left column. Surrounding the page are parts of other pages or a book cover visible in the background.

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This is a photograph of a printed page from the "Harvard University Gazette." The paper appears to be aged, with some discoloration and wear evident, particularly along the edges where there might be some tearing and fraying. The content of the page consists of a number of text entries, each detailing appointments, positions, and honors associated with various individuals at Harvard University. These entries include academic titles, dates of service, and occasionally brief biographical details.

The left margin of the paper has a vertical handwritten mark in red, possibly indicating something of relevance to the person who marked it. The entries are organized in two columns with headers in a larger, bold typeface that reads "Harvard University Gazette" at the top center of the page, followed by the page number "169" in the top right corner. Meetings on specific dates, such as "April 9, 1923," are mentioned, suggesting this page likely dates from the early 20th century.
Each entry seems to be recording official changes or announcements such as appointments, leaves of absence, former positions, degrees obtained by faculty members, military service, and other professional affiliations. The tone of the entries is formal, emphasizing the official and institutional nature of the announcements.

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The image shows an old page from a book titled "Harvard University Gazette." It appears to be a list of faculty members and their titles, affiliations, and academic qualifications, arranged in a formal and structured manner. The top of the page has the title "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" with a page number labeled 169. The content includes information regarding various academic appointments and consent given by the Board of Overseers on specific dates.

The text is dense and formatted in paragraphs, each starting with the name and title of a faculty member, followed by their academic backgrounds, previous positions, and relevant dates. The page lists details such as assistant professors, instructors, and fellows in various subjects like German, Spanish, Physics, Chemistry, Education, Astronomy, Church History, etc.

The bottom of the page contains some wear and signs of damage, such as creases, folds, and discoloration. There are marginal notes and marks, likely from a reader or archivist. The visible text includes academic qualifications (e.g., A.B., Ph.D.), universities attended (e.g., Harvard, Brown), and other institutional affiliations. Overall, the image is a historical academic record or announcement from Harvard University.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated April 9, 1923. The page is from volume 169, and it contains official announcements and records related to faculty appointments, resignations, and other university matters. Here is a detailed description:

Content Overview:

The page is formatted in a structured, formal style typical of academic gazettes. It lists various faculty appointments, promotions, and resignations, along with brief biographical details for each individual. The text is typed, and the page appears to be part of an official university publication.


Key Sections and Details:

1. Faculty Appointments and Promotions:

The page lists several faculty members who have been appointed or promoted, along with their academic titles, departments, and dates of appointment. Each entry includes:

  • Name of the individual.
  • Title (e.g., Assistant Professor, Instructor).
  • Department or field of study.
  • Dates of appointment or consent given by the Board of Overseers.
  • Previous positions or qualifications (e.g., degrees, prior teaching experience).

Examples of Appointments:

  • Frederick William Chase Lisztier: Assistant Professor of German, appointed from September 1, 1923.
  • Guillermo Rivern: Assistant Professor of Spanish, appointed from September 1, 1923.
  • Frank Stanton Cawley: Instructor in German, appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
  • Robert Franklin Field: Instructor in Physics, appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
  • Norris Folger Hall: Instructor in Chemistry, appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
  • Elmer Raymond Schaeffer: Instructor in Physics, appointed for three years from September 1, 1923.
  • Langton Warner: Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum Research in Asia, appointed for five years from September 1, 1923.

2. Resignations:

The page also includes resignations of faculty members, noting their departure dates and reasons:

  • Bannett Beasley: Assistant Professor of Education, resigned effective May 14, 1923.
  • Willard Peabody Gerrish: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory, resigned effective May 14, 1923.
  • Edward Skinner King: Assistant Professor of Astronomy at the Observatory, resigned effective May 14, 1923.
  • George La Piana: Assistant Professor of Church History, resigned effective September 1, 1923.
  • Austin Adams Shaw: Assistant Professor of Education, resigned effective September 1, 1923.
  • Edward Andrews Lincoln: Instructor in Educational green, resigned effective September 1, 1923.

3. Meeting Notices:

The page also includes notices of meetings:

  • Meeting of April 9, 1923: A meeting of the Board of Overseers was held, with details of attendees and actions taken.
  • Meeting of April 25, 1923: A meeting of the Medical School of Military Science and Tactics at the Medical School, to be served while detailed at Harvard University by the United States Government.

4. Formatting and Layout:

  • The text is organized into clear sections, with headings such as "MEETING OF APRIL 9, 1923" and "MEETING OF APRIL 25, 1923."
  • Each faculty member's entry is concise, providing essential details without excessive elaboration.
  • The page includes page numbers ("169") and a header indicating the publication as the Harvard University Gazette.

5. Condition and Appearance:

  • The page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear typical of historical documents.
  • The text is legible, though some areas may appear faded due to the age of the paper.
  • The page is part of a bound volume, as indicated by the spine visible on the left side of the image.

Conclusion:

This page from the Harvard University Gazette serves as an official record of faculty changes at Harvard University in 1923. It documents appointments, resignations, and meeting notices, providing a snapshot of the academic administration and personnel movements during that period. The structured format and formal tone reflect the official nature of the publication.