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The image shows a page from the "Harvard Graduates' Magazine" dated June 1924. The page is titled "News from the Classes" and contains updates from the Class of 1900.

The main content of the page discusses the formation of a Class Committee for the Class of 1900, which includes a nominating committee of seven members: Counsellor Hobbs (chairman), George Nichols, Dr. C. S. Oakman, A. S. Morrison, G. C. Kimball, and D. G. Harris. The committee has proposed fourteen men as candidates for the Class Committee, representing various regions including New England, New York State, and other parts of the country.

The page also details a dinner held at the Harvard Club in New York City on April 2, 1924, which was attended by about forty-five men. Various speakers, including D. G. Harris, P. L. Higginson, N. F. Ayer, P. J. Sachs, G. C. Kimball, and G. A. Morrison, discussed topics such as the proposed organization of a new Class Committee, conditions at Harvard, and the activities of the Alumni Association.

Additionally, the page includes updates on individual class members:

  • L. B. Brown chaired a committee that attended a performance of "Cyrano de Bergerac."
  • H. Augustine's address is listed as 7 Linden Street, Cambridge, and he is taking a course in the Graduate School of Business Administration.
  • W. M. Chadbourne is a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on Appointment Office and has a new address.
  • W. S. Davis published a book titled "The Medieval Parson."
  • O. D. Evans has been appointed Chief of the Vocational Education Division in the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction.
  • B. A. G. Fuller published "History of Greek Philosophy."
  • A. W. Hollis is the first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis, Missouri.

The page is marked with the handwritten note "Harvard Graduates' Magazine June 1924" at the bottom.

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1924

News from the Classes

673

ARTHUR DRINKWATER, Sec.
995 Charles River Road, Cambridge

In accordance with the plans recently submitted by the Class Committee to the Class for the election of a new Class Committee, a nominating committee of seven members has been appointed to nominate candidates for the Class Committee. The nominating committee, consisting of Conrad Hobbs, chairman, George Newlands, Dr. C. S. Oakman, A. M. Goodrich, E. A. Morse, G. C. Kimball, and D. G. Harris, will propose the names of fourteen candidates for the Class Committee to be composed of seven, of whom two shall be from New England, two from New York State, and three from other parts of the country. The plans for a Class gathering on Saturday, April 12, in New York City, were carried through very successfully. Under the supervision of C. O. Swain about twelve men went by special tug to Bayonne, N. J., where they inspected the Standard Oil Refinery and then returned to New York City, where they were met at the Harvard Club by about forty-five men. D. G. Harris presided. F. L. Higginson spoke about the plans for the Twentieth-fifth Anniversary Fund. N. F. Ayer spoke about the proposed organization of a new Class Committee. P. J. Sachs gave an extremely interesting account of conditions at Harvard in the Chemistry, Fine Arts, and Business Departments, and explained about the special fund being raised by the Committee of which he is chairman. G. C. Kimball and G. A. Morrison from Pittsburgh and G. A. Morrison from Milwaukee with messages from their respective cities and interesting comments on the activities of the Alumni Association. The dinner was most enjoyable. The committee in charge was L. B. Brown, chairman, T. Crimmins, C. O. Swain, and W. P. Macleod. — Nov. 8, 1923, about thirty members of the Class attended the performance of Cyrano de Bergerac, played by Walter Hampden, 1900, at the National Theatre, New York City. A number of the members were accompanied by their wives. After the play the party had a dance at the Ritz and an opportunity to meet Walter Hampden and his wife. The evening was a very pleasant one in every way. — W. H. Armstrong’s home address is 7 Linwood Street, Cambridge. He has been taking a course in the Graduate School in landscape architecture and city planning. — N. F. Ayer has been elected commodore of the Eastern Yacht Club. — H. B. Baldwin’s address is 36 Rutland Square, Boston. — J. H. Bufford’s business address is 81 Toxteth Street, Brookline. — W. M. Chadbourne is a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on Appointment Offices. — A. Corstvet’s address is care of Thomas Corstvet, R. R. 1, Muskego Center, Wis. — D. H. Davis is a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on the War Memorial. — W. D. Harris published “Life on a Medieval Barony” (Harper): A picture of a typical feudal community in the thirteenth century. — O. D. Evans, who has been assistant director of Vocational Education in charge of the Continuation Schools in the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction, has resigned that position to join the staff of the National Transportation Institute, Washington, D. C. — B. A. G. Fuller has published “The History of Greek Philosophy” (Holt). — Thales to Descartes, a student’s edition. — S. P. Goodale, who was elected first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis, Mo. — A. W. Helleis, who

Harvard Graduates’ league again

June, 1924

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The image shows a page from a document titled "News from the Classes," dated 1924, specifically from the year 1900. The document pertains to the activities of the Harvard Class of 1900.

Key points from the text include:

  1. Class Committee Activities: A nominating committee has been appointed to nominate candidates for a new Class Committee. The committee includes Conrad Hobbs, George Noyes, D. S. Oskam, A. M. Goodridge, H. H. Merrill, G. C. Kimball, and D. G. Harris.

  2. Class Gathering: Plans were successfully submitted for a class gathering on April 12 in New York City. The gathering involved about forty-five members, with Ralph Pulliam guiding the dinner at the Harvard Club.

  3. Speakers and Discussions:

    • C. O. Swain discussed the proposed organization of a new Class Committee.
    • P. J. Sachs spoke about the conditions at Harvard in the Chemistry, Fine Arts, and Business Departments.
    • F. L. Higgins talked about the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Fund.
    • N. F. Ayer discussed the organization of the new Class Committee.
    • G. C. Kimball and G. A. Morrison shared messages from their respective cities and comments on Alumni Association activities.
  4. Attendances and Activities:

    • A performance of "Cyrano de Bergerac" was attended by members on November 8, 1923.
    • Various members’ addresses and affiliations are listed, including W. H. Armstrong, H. B. Baldwin, J. H. Bufford, W. M. Chadbourne, and others.
  5. Notable Mentions:

    • Walter Hampden’s performance at the National Theatre, New York City.
    • The resignation of O. D. Evans from his position in the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction.
    • Academic and professional updates on members such as B. A. G. Fuller's publication of "The History of Greek Philosophy" and S. P. Goddard's election as the first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis.

The page is signed by an individual, presumably a member of the Harvard Class of 1900, and dated 1924.

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The image is a page from a document titled "News from the Classes" dated 1924, specifically from the year 1900 class of Harvard University. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Arthur Drinkwater:

    • Address: 995 Charles River Road, Cambridge.
  2. Class Committee for New Class Committee:

    • A nominating committee of seven members was appointed to nominate candidates for the Class Committee.
    • The committee included Conrad Hobbs (chairman), George Nye, D. S. Osborn, A. M. Goodrich, H. J. Merrill, G. C. Kimball, and D. G. Harris.
    • The committee proposed fourteen men, seven of whom were from New England, two from New York State, and three from other parts of the country.
    • The plans for the Class gathering in New York City on Saturday, April 12, were successfully executed, with a dinner at the Harvard Club attended by around forty-five men.
  3. Class Activities:

    • The dinner was presided over by D. G. Harris.
    • F. L. Higginson spoke about the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Fund.
    • N. F. Ayer discussed the proposed organization of a new Class Committee.
    • P. J. Sachs gave an account of Harvard's departments and conditions.
    • G. C. Kimball and G. A. Morison spoke on behalf of the Alumni Association, with messages from Pittsburgh, Milwaukee, and other cities.
  4. Entertainment and Socials:

    • The Class Committee arranged for a performance of "Cyrano de Bergerac" by Walter Hampden at the National Theatre in New York City.
    • About thirty members attended the performance, followed by a dance at the Ritz.
    • W. H. Armstrong's home address was listed as 7 Linnet Street, Cambridge.
  5. Other Members' Activities:

    • N. F. Ayer has been elected commodore of the Eastern Yacht Club.
    • H. B. Baldwin’s address is 36 Rutland Square, Boston.
    • J. H. Bufford's business address is 81 Toxteth Street, Brookline.
    • W. M. Chadbourne is a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on Appointment Offices.
    • A. Corstvet's address is care of Thomas Corstvet, 2132 N. 1st St., Muskegoe Center, Wis.
    • D. F. Harris is a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on War Memorials.
    • W. S. Davis published "Life on a Medieval Barony" (Harper).
    • O. D. Evans, former director of Vocational Education in Pennsylvania, resigned to join the National Transportation Institute.
    • B. A. G. Fuller published "Thales to Democritus: A Study of Greek Philosophy" (Holt).
    • S. P. Goddard has been elected first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis, Mo.
    • A. W. Hollis is mentioned without further detail.

The page concludes with the Harvard Grads' League's signature and the date "June 1924."

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The image displays a document titled "News from the Classes" from the year 1924. The document is a letter from the Harvard Graduate School, specifically from Arthur Drinkwater, who is listed with an address at 995 Charles River Road, Cambridge.

The letter discusses a Class Committee meeting held on April 12, 1900, in New York City. The committee was responsible for electing a new Class Committee of seven members. A special committee, consisting of Conrad Hobbs, George Newbold, D. S. Osborn, A. M. Goodridge, H. B. Merrill, G. C. Kimball, and D. G. Harris, proposed fourteen candidates, with seven to be selected.

The dinner was attended by around forty-five men, including notable figures such as Ralph Pulitzer and D. G. Harris, who presided over the meeting. Various speeches were given, including one by F. L. Higginson about the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Fund and another by N. F. Ayer about the proposed organization of a new Class Committee. P. J. Sachs provided an account of conditions at Harvard in the Chemistry, Fine Arts, and Business Departments.

The document also mentions a performance of "Cyrano de Bergerac" at the National Theatre, which was attended by members and their wives, followed by a dance. Additionally, there are updates on various members, such as H. Armstrong's home address, N. F. Ayer's election as commodore of the Eastern Yacht Club, and J. H. Bufford's business address. Other notes include W. Chadbourne's membership in the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on Appointment Offices, W. M. Corstvet's address, and S. P. Goddard's election as vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis.

The letter concludes with several personal updates, including O. D. Evans's new position as director of Vocational Education in Pennsylvania and B. A. G. Fuller's publication on Greek Philosophy. The document is signed by Harvard Graduate School's secretary and dated June 1924.

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The image is a page from a publication titled "News from the Classes" dated 1924. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

Class of 1900

Arthur Drinkwater, Secretary
903 Charles River Road, Cambridge

  • A plan was submitted to the class for the election of a new Class Committee. A nominating committee of seven members was appointed to nominate candidates. The nominating committee includes:

    • C. F. Bobb
    • George Nichols
    • Dr. C. L. Alsberg
    • M. Goodridge
    • C. H. Morrill
    • G. Kimball
    • D. G. Harris
  • They will propose fourteen men as candidates for the Class Committee. Of these, two will be from New England (excluding New York State), two from New York State, and three from other parts of the country.

  • The plans for a class gathering on Saturday, April 12, in New York City were carried out successfully. The event was supervised by O. C. Swain.

  • The reunion dinner was held at the Harvard Club, attended by about forty-five men. Ralph Pulitzer was the toastmaster. Speeches were made by:

    • D. G. Harris, who talked about the proposed Twenty-fifth Anniversary Fund.
    • N. F. Ayer, who spoke about the organization of a new Class Committee.
    • P. J. Sachs, who gave an interesting account of the Harvard Fund and Business Department.
  • The special fund, managed by Bishop Lawrence, is now being raised.

  • Greetings were sent by classmates from Pittsburgh and Milwaukee.

Other Notable Mentions

  • Walter Hampden (Class of 1900) performed in "Cyrano de Bergerac" at the National Theatre, New York City. Many class members attended the play and met Hampden afterward.

  • W. H. Lincoln from the class gave a home address.

  • F. L. Higginsoon and W. S. Davis mentioned their publications and roles:

    • "Life on a Medieval Barony" by W. S. Davis.
    • O. D. Evans was assistant director of Vocational Education in Pennsylvania.
  • Members elected to various positions:

    • A. Cortsvet to the Appointment Office at Harvard.
    • S. P. Goddard as first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis.

The page concludes with a handwritten note "June 1924" and the signature of what appears to be the publication's name, "Harvard Graduates' Magazine."

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The image shows a page of printed text with the heading "1924] News from the Classes 673" at the top, indicating that it is likely from a publication detailing updates on alumni or members of an institution, possibly from the year 1924. The text contains various paragraphs that seem to discuss people and events, such as class reunions, committee appointments, and academic endeavors.

There is a handwritten note at the bottom of the page that appears to be a signature or a personal note, along with what looks like a date, "June 1924." The handwriting is cursive, and the note may be a signature of someone named "Harold" or a similar name, though the exact text is not entirely clear. The paper is mounted on a blue background, and the overall condition suggests that it could be of historical interest or part of an archive collection.

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The image depicts a page from a publication titled "News from the Classes," dated 1924. It appears to be associated with alumni news from various Harvard University classes.

The content of the page includes updates about the class of 1900. It mentions Arthur Dizinger as the Secretary for that class. The top part describes the class committee's activities, noting the nomination of members for a new Class Committee. The required geographic representation for this committee is detailed, indicating members from different regions including New England and states beyond.

Additionally, there are specific updates and reports about class meetings and gatherings. For instance, there is mention of a class meeting held on April 12 in New York City and further plans for another meeting on May 28. The activities covered include visits to specific locations, dinners, and events, among them the attendance at a performance of "Cyrano de Bergerac" at the National Theatre in New York City.

The report also touches upon various individuals from the class contributing to meetings, speaking at events, discussing fellow alumni's progress, and committee appointments. The names cited include L. B. Brown, T. Crimmins, C. S. Swain, W. P. Macdonell, and others who were involved and present during those specific alumni activities.

At the bottom of the page, there is a handwritten note in cursive referencing "Harvard Graduates Mag azine" and "June, 1924."

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Description of the Image

The image shows a page from a publication titled "News from the Classes", dated 1924, and appears to be part of a larger document, possibly a yearbook, alumni magazine, or university newsletter. The page number is 673, and it is labeled as "1900" at the top, indicating it may be referencing events or updates related to the class of 1900.

Content Overview:

The text is a formal report detailing various activities, nominations, and updates related to the Class of 1900. It includes information about:

  1. Class Committee Nominations:

    • A committee has been appointed to nominate candidates for the Class Committee.
    • The nominating committee consists of:
      • Conrad Hobbs (chairman)
      • George Nichols
      • D. C. S. Oakman
      • A. M. Goodridge
      • C. H. Morill
      • G. C. Kimball
      • D. G. Harris
    • The committee is tasked with proposing the names of fourteen men as candidates for a Class Committee of ten members, with specific requirements:
      • Seven from New England
      • Two from New York State
      • Three from other parts of the country
  2. Class Gathering:

    • A class gathering was held on Saturday, April 12, in New York City.
    • The event was supervised by C. O. Swain and was described as very successful.
    • Attendees inspected the Standard Oil Refinery in Bayonne, New Jersey, guided by Ralph Pulitzer.
    • Upon returning to New York City, the group attended a dinner at the Harvard Club, where approximately forty-five men were present.
    • G. Harris presided over the dinner, and F. L. Higginson spoke about plans for the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Fund.
    • N. F. Ayer gave an interesting account of conditions at the Harvard Chemistry, Fine Arts, and Business Departments, which had recently been combined.
  3. Special Committee:

    • A special committee was appointed to explore the possibility of establishing a Class Fund, with Bishop from Pittsburgh and G. C. Kimball from Milwaukee as chairs.
    • Messages and comments from their respective cities were shared regarding the activities of the Alumni Association.
  4. Additional News:

    • The page also includes brief updates about individuals associated with the class, such as:
      • W. L. Armstrong, a landscape architect in Cambridge, who was elected commodore of the Eastern Yacht Club.
      • H. B. Baldwin, whose business address is listed as Joxeth Street, Brooklyn.
      • W. M. Chadbourne, a member of the Associated Harvard Clubs Committee on Appointment Offices.
      • Thomas Costvet, a member of the Wisconsin Memorial—Life on a Medieval Barony.
      • D. F. Davis, who has published "War and Peace" in the War Memorial.
      • N. F. Ayer, elected first vice-president of the Harvard Club of St. Louis, Missouri.
      • O. D. Evans, who has resigned from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction.
      • A. G. Fuller, who has published "History of Greek Philosophy" (Holl: Thales to Democritus).

Visual Elements:

  • The page is printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, suggesting it is a historical document.
  • The text is typed in a formal, serif font typical of early 20th-century printing.
  • There is a handwritten note at the bottom of the page that reads:
    "Harvard Graduates League Orgine" followed by "June 1924", indicating that this page may have been part of an archive or collection related to Harvard graduates.

Contextual Clues:

  • The document reflects the organizational and social activities of alumni from the Class of 1900, highlighting their engagement in class-related events, fund-raising efforts, and professional achievements.
  • The mention of specific locations (e.g., New York City, Bayonne, Cambridge) and institutions (e.g., Harvard Club, Standard Oil Refinery) situates the content within a historical context of early 20th-century American academia and industry.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from a formal publication detailing the activities, nominations, and updates of the Class of 1900. It covers class gatherings, committee appointments, professional achievements of alumni, and organizational efforts, all presented in a structured, formal tone typical of early 20th-century alumni publications. The handwritten note at the bottom suggests the page was part of an archive or collection related to Harvard graduates.

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This is a page from a book or magazine with the title "News from the Classes" and the year 1924. The page has a white background and is divided into two columns. The left column contains the names and addresses of individuals, while the right column provides additional information about them. The text is written in black ink and appears to be a list of names and addresses of people who are associated with the Harvard Club.