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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "New York Commercial" dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is titled "$300,000 More for Harvard Fine Arts" and discusses contributions from the Sachs Firm and Family to the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The Sachs family donated $100,000, and the Forbes family donated $100,000. The Sachs firm also contributed $100,000 to the Harvard Business School. The accompanying text provides details about the contributions, including the names of the individuals involved and the amounts given. The clipping is dated and appears to be a cut-and-paste from a newspaper, with some text and headings in bold, and the date is clearly marked. The top of the page has an annotation that reads "Argus Pressclipping Bureau" and "352 Third Ave., New York." The paper is marked with the words "CLIPPING FROM" suggesting it was part of a collection of cuttings.

This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the New York Commercial newspaper dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is titled "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS." It reports that the Sachs firm and family have donated $200,000 and the Forbes family has given $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department.

The article details that Goldman, Sachs & Co., bankers of New York, have given $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School, while members of the Sachs family have given $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The donations are part of Bishop Lawrence's campaign to raise a minimum of $10,000,000 for the extension of Harvard University's services, with specific allocations for chemistry, fine arts, and the business school.

The family of Edward W. Forbes, director of the Fogg Art Museum, has given $100,000 toward the Fine Arts fund, which is now within $350,000 of its goal. The announcement of these gifts was made by Bishop Lawrence, and the Sachs family's gift includes contributions from Samuel Sachs, Arthur Sachs, and Harry and Walter Sachs.

The clipping is mounted on a piece of paper with the stamp of the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York. There is also a handwritten note on the paper that says "Fogg."

This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, preserved on a piece of off-white paper, likely from a press clipping service. The clipping is dated 18 June 1924 and was sourced from the New York Commercial.

At the top of the clipping, there is a blue ink stamp from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, 352 Third Ave., New York, with the words “CLIPPING FROM” stamped below it. Above this stamp, there is a handwritten note in pencil that appears to read “Fogg”, likely referring to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

The headline of the article is prominently displayed in bold, capitalized letters:

$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS

The sub-headline clarifies the donors:

Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000.

The body of the article explains that Goldman, Sachs & Co. (then known as Goldman Sachs, with the & Co. designation common at the time) and members of the Sachs family contributed $100,000 each, totaling $200,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department. This gift was part of Bishop Lawrence’s campaign to raise $10,000,000 for Harvard University, with specific allocations for chemistry, fine arts, and the business school.

The Forbes family, specifically the family of Edward W. Forbes—then director of the Fogg Art Museum—donated $100,000 toward the Fine Arts fund, bringing the total recent gifts to $300,000. The article notes this brought the fund to within $350,000 of its $10 million goal.

Further details specify that the Sachs family’s $100,000 gift included $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. It also mentions Professor Paul J. Sachs (Harvard 1900), an associate director of the Fogg Art Museum and son of Samuel Sachs, who had previously been a member of Goldman Sachs Company.

The clipping is slightly aged, with yellowed paper and a torn bottom edge. The entire item rests on a plain, light blue-gray surface, suggesting it is being archived or photographed for historical record. The artifact provides a snapshot of philanthropy to Harvard University in the 1920s, highlighting the involvement of prominent financial families in supporting the arts and education.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the year 1924. The clipping is about the Sachs family and Forbes family donating a total of $300,000 to Harvard Fine Arts. The Sachs family donated $200,000, and the Forbes family donated $100,000. The clipping also mentions that the Sachs family's donation includes $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 each from Arthur Sachs and Walter Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and J. Sachs. The clipping also mentions that the Forbes family's donation includes $100,000 for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school.

The image depicts a clipping from a newspaper featuring an article about a significant donation to Harvard University. The clipping is pinned to a gray background, likely for display or archival purposes. The article announces that the Sachs family and the Forbes family have donated a combined sum of $300,000 to Harvard's Fine Arts Department.

The Sachs family, through Goldman Sachs & Co., has contributed $200,000, while the Forbes family has donated $100,000. The donation is intended to support the expansion of the Harvard Fine Arts Department, including the establishment of the Bishop Lawrence Fund, which will provide scholarships and support for fine arts students.

The article also mentions that the Sachs family's gift includes $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. Professor Paul J. Sachs, associated with the Fogg Art Museum, is highlighted as a key figure in the donation process.

The clipping is from the New York Commercial, dated June 18, 1924, and is pinned to the Argus Press Clipping Bureau in New York, indicating it was part of a press clipping service. The clipping is marked with a reference number and the date it was clipped, suggesting it was preserved for historical or reference purposes.

The image shows a historical newspaper clipping or article from June 18, 1924, titled "Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000". The article is from the New York Commercial, dated 18 June 1924, and is sourced from Argus Pressclipping Bureau located at 352 Third Ave., New York.

Key Details:

1. Headline:

   • "Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000"
   • The article announces significant contributions totaling $300,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts department.

2. Contributions:

   • Goldman, Sachs & Co. (bankers of New York) contributed $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School and members of the Sachs family contributed $100,000 to the Bishop Lawrence Art Department for the Harvard Fine Arts Campaign.
   • The Forbes family contributed $100,000 toward the Fine Arts fund.

3. Purpose of the Funds:

   • The funds are intended to support the extension of the Fine Arts department at Harvard University. The campaign aims to raise a minimum of $10,000,000, with specific allocations:
     • $8,000,000 for chemistry.
     • $2,000,000 for fine arts.
     • $5,000,000 for the business school.

4. Additional Details:

   • The Sachs family contributions include:
     • $50,000 from Samuel Sachs.
     • $25,000 from Arthur Sachs.
     • $10,000 each from Harry Sachs, Professor Paul J. Sachs, and Havard Professor J. Walter.
   • Havard Professor J. Walter is noted as a son of Mr. Samuel Sachs, who is a former member of the firm Goldman Sachs Company.

5. Visual Elements:

   • The clipping appears slightly worn, with visible creases and a handwritten note or marking at the top left corner reading "6299".
   • The text is printed in a classic newspaper style, with bold headlines and clear subheadings.

Context:

The article reflects a significant moment in the history of Harvard University, highlighting substantial financial support from prominent families and businesses for the development of the Fine Arts department. The contributions underscore the importance placed on arts and education during this era.

The image shows a newspaper clipping and a letter from the Arts Pressclipping Bureau.

• The newspaper clipping is from the New York Commercial, dated December 18, 1924.
  • It reports that Sachs Firm and Family have given $200,000 to Harvard Fine Arts.
  • The Forbes Family has also given $100,000.
  • The article mentions that Goldman, Sachs & Co., bankers of New York, have given $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School.
  • The total amount given by the Sachs family is $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department to Bishop Lawrence's campaign for the extension of the service of Harvard University through raising a minimum of $10,000,000, of which $3,000,000 would be for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school.
  • The family of Edward W. Forbes, who is director of the Fogg Art Museum, has given $100,000 toward the Fine Arts fund, which is now within $350,000 of its goal.
  • The announcement of these gifts was made yesterday by Bishop Lawrence.
  • The Sacks' family gift of $100,000 for fine arts includes $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs.
  • Professor Paul J. Sachs, Harvard 1900, associated director of the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard, is a son of Mr. Samuel Sachs and is former member of the firm of Goldman Sachs Company.
• The letter from the Arts Pressclipping Bureau is addressed to "Clipper's Fogg" at 352 Third Ave., New York.
  • It is dated December 18, 1924.
  • It includes the newspaper clipping and is stamped "New York Commercial" and "New York Commercial".

The image appears to be a collection of documents related to donations to Harvard University, specifically the Harvard Fine Arts Department and the Fogg Art Museum.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the New York Commercial, dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is titled "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS" and features an article about the Sachs family's donation to Harvard University.

Key Points:

• Donation Amount: The Sachs family has given $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School, while members of the Sachs family have contributed $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
• Total Donation: The total donation from the Sachs family amounts to $200,000.
• Forbes Family Donation: The Forbes family has also made a significant contribution of $100,000.
• Total Funds Raised: With these donations, the total funds raised for the extension of the service of Harvard University through raising a minimum of $10,000,000, of which $2,000,000 would be for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school, now stand at $350,000.
• Announcement: The announcement of these gifts was made yesterday by Bishop Lawrence.
• Additional Donations: Other notable donations include:
  • Samuel Sachs' family gift of $100,000 for fine arts.
  • Arthur Sachs and Sachs, $25,000 from Harry and Walter Sachs.
  • Professor Paul J. Sachs, $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs.
• Associated Director: Professor Paul J. Sachs is the associated director of the Harvard 1900, and is a son of Mr. Samuel Sachs and is former member of the firm of Goldman Sachs Company.

Overall, the image provides information about the significant donations made by the Sachs and Forbes families to Harvard University, highlighting their contributions to the institution's growth and development.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping on a gray background, with the clipping itself being a yellowed piece of paper.

• The clipping is from the "Argus Press Clipping Bureau" located at "352 Third Ave., New York."
• The clipping is dated "June 18, 1924" and is from the "New York Commercial."
• The headline of the clipping reads "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS."
• The article reports that the Sachs firm and family have given $200,000, and the Forbes family has given $100,000 to Harvard University's Fine Arts department.
• The clipping is placed on top of a larger piece of paper with the same address as the clipping bureau, and appears to be a cover sheet or envelope for the clipping.
• The overall appearance of the clipping and the background suggests that it is an archival or historical document, possibly from a museum or library collection.

The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, accompanied by a receipt from the Argus Press Clipping Bureau in New York. The clipping is yellowed and features a headline that reads "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS" with the subheading "Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000." The article discusses donations to Harvard University's Fine Arts department.

• Newspaper Clipping:
  • Headline: $300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS
  • Subheading: Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000.
  • Content: The article reports on donations to Harvard University's Fine Arts department, including $200,000 from the Sachs Firm and family, and $100,000 from the Forbes Family.
• Receipt:
  • Source: Argus Press Clipping Bureau, New York
  • Address: 352 Third Ave., New York
  • Date: June 18, 1924
  • Content: The receipt indicates that it is a clipping from the New York Commercial, with a handwritten note "Hogg" in cursive.

The image provides a glimpse into the historical context of philanthropic efforts towards Harvard University's Fine Arts department in the early 20th century.