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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809232

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The image shows a clipping of a newspaper article dated June 18, 1924, from the Boston Globe. The article is titled "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000" and details a donation of $300,000 to Harvard University. Specifically, the article states:

  • $200,000 was given for the Fine Arts Department.
  • $100,000 was given for the Harvard Business School.

The article highlights that the donation was made by Goldman, Sachs & Co., the families of Sachs, and Forbes donors. It also mentions that a Forbes family relative directs the Fogg Museum. The article includes a brief description of the donation and the reasons behind it, emphasizing the interest in business school education and the development of good management in industrial and commercial companies. The article is part of the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York. The clipping is marked "Fogg" in the upper right corner.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is glued or attached to a piece of paper from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Avenue, New York. The headline of the clipping reads: "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000." The article details a donation of $200,000 for fine arts and $100,000 for business, given by Goldman, Sachs & Co., and members of the Sachs and Forbes families. The text mentions Bishop William Lawrence, chairman of the committee in charge of raising a $10,000,000 fund, and Prof. Paul J. Sachs, associate director of the Museum, who is a relative of the donors. The article also discusses the interests of the donors in the development of good management in industrial and commercial companies. The clipping has a handwritten note at the top that says "Fogg."

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This image displays a historical newspaper clipping, mounted on a larger piece of aged, off-white paper from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, and presented against a plain, light gray background.

Here is a detailed description of its contents:

1. The Clipping Source:

  • The clipping is identified as being from the BOSTON GLOBE, located in Boston, Mass.
  • The date of the article is JUN 18 1924.
  • It was processed by the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, with an address of 352 Third Ave., New York.

2. The Newspaper Article:
The article, printed on yellowed newsprint with visible columnar text, announces a significant financial gift to Harvard University. The main headline reads:

HARVARD’S FUND GIVEN $300,000

Below this, a sub-headline details the allocation:

$200,000 for Fine Arts, $100,000 for Business

The article names the donors:

Goldman, Sachs & Co, Families of Sachs and Forbes Donors
Forbes Family Relative Directs Fogg Museum

The body of the article explains that Goldman, Sachs & Co. (bankers at 23 Pine St., New York City), contributed $100,000 to the Harvard Business School. Members of the Sachs family gave a further $100,000 to the Harvard fine arts department. This was announced by Bishop William Lawrence, chairman of the committee raising a $10,000,000 fund.

It notes that Prof. Paul J. Sachs (Harvard 1899, associate director of the Museum) is a son of Samuel Sachs, Sr., a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co. Samuel Sachs stated the firm’s gift to the business school was due to their “great interest in the development of good management in industrial and commercial companies.” The $100,000 for fine arts included contributions of $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $25,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. The article also mentions that Edith C. Forbes, a relative of the Forbes family, directs the Fogg Museum.

3. Handwritten Annotation:
On the upper portion of the Argus Bureau paper, above the clipping, there is a handwritten signature or name in black ink: “Fogg M”. This is likely an abbreviation for “Fogg Museum,” indicating that this clipping was probably collected and filed by the museum’s staff.

In summary, the image is a preserved historical artifact—a 1924 newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe detailing a $300,000 donation to Harvard University from Goldman, Sachs & Co. and the Sachs family, with a specific allocation for the Fogg Museum’s fine arts department. The clipping was professionally clipped by Argus Pressclipping Bureau and appears to have been archived by the Fogg Museum itself.

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The image features two pieces of paper, one with a handwritten note and the other with a newspaper clipping. The handwritten note is on the left and appears to be an envelope with a stamp on it. The newspaper clipping is on the right and contains a headline that reads "Harvard's Fund Given $300,000." The clipping also includes a paragraph of text that provides more information about the donation, including the names of the donors and the purpose of the funds. The image has a vintage look, with a slightly faded and worn appearance.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper, which is an article about Harvard's fund. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper, which is probably a clipping from a newspaper. The clipping has the words "Harvard's Fund Given $300,000" printed on it. The clipping is attached to the paper with the words "Argus Pressclipping Bureau" printed on it. The clipping is attached to the paper with the words "Boston Globe" printed on it.

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The image shows a historical newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated June 1, 1924. The clipping is titled "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000," and it reports on a significant donation to Harvard University. The article details that Goldman, Sachs & Co., along with members of the Sachs and Forbes families, have contributed a total of $300,000 to Harvard. Specifically:

  • $200,000 is allocated for the Fine Arts department.
  • $100,000 is designated for the Business School.

The donation is highlighted as a substantial contribution, with the article noting that the Sachs family, including Samuel Sachs Sr., a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co., decided to support Harvard due to the firm's "great interest in the development of good management in industrial and commercial companies."

The clipping also mentions that the donation includes $30,000 for the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard's Fine Arts department. The article is attributed to the "Ligus Pressclipping Bureau" and is sourced from the Boston Globe. The top of the clipping features handwritten text, likely a note or annotation, reading "Fogg m." The overall appearance of the clipping suggests it is an archival or historical document, preserved for its significance in documenting a major financial contribution to Harvard University.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping and a letter on a gray background. The clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated June 18, 1924, and reports that Harvard's Fund has been given $300,000. The letter is from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau in New York, dated June 18, 1924, and includes the text "Foggy M" in black ink at the top.

  • The newspaper clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated June 18, 1924.
    • The headline reads "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000".
    • The article reports that Goldman, Sachs & Co., families of Sachs, and Forbes donors have given $200,000 for Fine Arts and $100,000 for Business.
    • The article also mentions that the Forbes family relative directs the Fogg Museum.
  • The letter is from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau in New York, dated June 18, 1924.
    • The letter includes the text "Foggy M" in black ink at the top.
    • The letter is addressed to an unknown recipient and discusses the clipping from the Boston Globe.
  • The background of the image is gray.

In summary, the image shows a newspaper clipping and a letter on a gray background. The clipping reports that Harvard's Fund has been given $300,000, while the letter discusses the clipping and includes the text "Foggy M" in black ink at the top.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping and a letter, both of which are related to a donation made by the Harvard Fund. The newspaper clipping is from an unknown source and features a headline that reads "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000" in large font. Below this, it states "$200,000 for Fine Arts, $100,000 for Business." The article also mentions that Goldman, Sachs & Co., families of Sachs and Forbes donors, have contributed to the fund.

Adjacent to the newspaper clipping is a letter from the Ligus Pressclipping Bureau, dated June 18, 1924. The letter is addressed to the Fogg Museum and includes a handwritten note at the top that reads "Fogg m." The letter appears to be a notification of the donation and may have been sent to the museum as part of their press clipping service.

Overall, the image suggests that the Harvard Fund received a significant donation from Goldman, Sachs & Co. and other donors, which will be used to support fine arts and business initiatives at the university. The inclusion of the letter from the Ligus Pressclipping Bureau adds context to the image, indicating that the news of the donation was widely reported and may have been of interest to the Fogg Museum.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping on a gray background, featuring a news article about a significant donation to Harvard University. The clipping is accompanied by a card from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, which provided the clipping service.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • Title: "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000"
  • Date: June 18, 1924
  • Source: Boston Globe
  • Content: The article reports on a $300,000 donation to Harvard University, with $200,000 allocated for Fine Arts and $100,000 for Business.
  • Donors: The donation was made by Goldman, Sachs & Co., families of Sachs and Forbes donors, and the Forbes family relative.
  • Additional Information: The article provides details about the donation, including the names of the donors and the purpose of the funds.

Argus Pressclipping Bureau Card:

  • Address: 332 Third Ave., New York
  • Service: Clipping service for newspapers and other publications
  • Date: June 18, 1924
  • Newspaper: Boston Globe

Background:

  • Color: Gray

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a significant event in Harvard University's history, highlighting the generosity of its donors and the importance of the donation to the university's development.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping and a card, likely from the early 20th century, set against a light gray background.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • The clipping is yellowed and torn at the bottom.
  • It features a headline that reads "HARVARD'S FUND GIVEN $300,000" in large letters.
  • Below the headline, smaller text provides details about the donation:
    • $200,000 for Fine Arts
    • $100,000 for Business
  • The article mentions Goldman, Sachs & Co., Families of Sachs and Forbes as donors.
  • A Forbes Family Relative directs the Fogg Museum.

Card:

  • The card is also yellowed and features a handwritten signature in black ink.
  • It bears the address "Argus Pressclipping Bureau / 352 Third Ave., / New York" in small text.
  • Below this, it states "CLIPPING FROM / BOSTON GLOBE / Boston, Massor / JUN 1-8 1924".

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or artifact, possibly related to a significant event or donation to Harvard University.