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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article dated June 18, 1924. The article is titled "$300,000 More for Harvard Fine Arts." The text details significant financial contributions to Harvard University's Fine Arts Department.

Key points from the article include:

1. Sachs Family Contribution:

   • The Sachs family, associated with Goldman Sachs & Co., bankers of New York, has donated $200,000 to Harvard University.
   • This donation is part of a larger campaign initiated by Bishop Lawrence to raise $8,000,000 for Harvard University, of which $3,000,000 is allocated for fine arts and $5,000,000 for business administration.
   • The Sachs family's donation includes $100,000 from Arthur Sachs and $25,000 each from Harry, Walter, and Paul Sachs.
   • Professor Paul J. Sachs of Harvard, associated director of the Fogg Art Museum, is a son of Mr. Samuel Sachs and a former member of the firm of Goldman Sachs Company.

2. Forbes Family Contribution:

   • The family of Edward W. Forbes, who is the director of the Fogg Art Museum, has contributed $100,000 to the Fine Arts fund.
   • This brings the total fund within $350,000 of its goal.

The article highlights the philanthropic efforts of these families in supporting the fine arts at Harvard University.

The image shows a clipped newspaper article from the New York Commercial, dated June 18, 1924. The article is titled "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS" and details significant donations to Harvard University's Fine Arts Department.

The main points of the article are as follows:

• Goldman, Sachs & Co. has donated $100,000 towards the Harvard Business School.
• Members of the Sachs family have given $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
• The Forbes family has given $100,000, totaling $300,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
• The Sachs donation includes $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $30,000 from his son, Professor Paul J. Sachs, $10,000 from Harry Sachs, and $10,000 from another member of the family.

The article also mentions that these donations were announced by Bishop Lawrence. The Sachs family's gift was part of a larger campaign to raise $10,000,000 for various Harvard University departments, with $3,000,000 earmarked for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for other unspecified purposes.

The clipping appears to be from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, New York, as indicated at the top of the paper.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau dated June 1924. The clipping is titled "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS" and highlights contributions made by the Sachs firm and family, as well as the Forbes family, to Harvard University's Fine Arts Department.

Here are the detailed contributions:

1. Goldman, Sachs & Co. gave $100,000 to the Harvard Business School.

2. The Sachs Family contributed $200,000 to the Fine Arts Department. This included:

   • $50,000 from Samuel Sachs
   • $20,000 from Henry Sachs
   • $10,000 each from Harry Sachs and Professor Paul J. Sachs.

3. The Forbes Family gave $100,000 towards the Fine Arts fund.

The announcement of these gifts was made by Bishop Lawrence. The Sachs family's gift was significant enough to include various members and is noted as part of the campaign for the Fine Arts Department at Harvard University, with a minimum goal of $10,000,000. The contributions were part of a broader campaign to support several academic departments, including chemistry, fine arts, and others.

The clipping is from the New York Commercial, as indicated by the stamp and date.

The image shows a yellowed, clipped newspaper article from the New York Commercial, dated June 18, 1924. The headline reads "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS." The article reports that Goldman, Sachs & Co. of New York has donated $100,000 towards the Harvard Business School, and members of the Sachs family have given an additional $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department. Furthermore, the family of Edward W. Forbes, who is the director of the Fogg Art Museum, has given $100,000 towards the Fine Arts Fund. The total amount raised is announced to be within $100,000 of the $3,000,000 goal for the Harvard College and the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences. The article also details that the Sachs' family gift for fine arts includes contributions from various family members. The clipping appears to be pasted on a piece of paper, with some handwriting at the top, possibly indicating it was saved as a record or for significant reference.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the New York Commercial, dated June 12, 1924. The headline reads: "$300,000 More for Harvard Fine Arts."

The article details significant financial contributions made to Harvard University, specifically for its Fine Arts programs:

1. Goldman, Sachs & Co. Contribution:

   • The banking firm Goldman, Sachs & Co., based in New York, donated $100,000 to the Harvard Business School.

2. Sachs Family Contributions:

   • Members of the Sachs family collectively gave $200,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
   • This contribution is part of a larger campaign by Bishop William Lawrence to raise a minimum of $10,000,000 for expanding Harvard University. The funds are allocated as follows:
     • $3,000,000 for chemistry
     • $2,000,000 for fine arts
     • $5,000,000 for business school

   The Sachs family’s $200,000 gift includes:

   • $100,000 from Mrs. Samuel Sachs
   • $50,000 from Samuel Sachs
   • $25,000 from Walter E. Sachs
   • $10,000 each from Harry Sachs and Professor Paul J. Sachs

   Professor Paul J. Sachs, a Harvard alumnus from 1900 and associate director of the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard, is noted as a partner in the firm of Goldman Sachs Company.

3. Forbes Family Contribution:

   • The family of Edward W. Forbes, who is the director of the Fogg Art Museum, donated $100,000 toward the fine arts, bringing their total contribution to $350,000.

The announcement of these gifts was made by Bishop Lawrence.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the "New York Commercial" dated June 18, 1934. The clipping is from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau and is titled "$300,000 More for Harvard Fine Arts."

The article reports that Goldman, Sachs & Co., a banking firm in New York, along with members of the Sachs family, have donated a total of $300,000 to Harvard University. Specifically:

• Goldman, Sachs & Co. gave $100,000 towards the Harvard Business School.
• The Sachs family gave $200,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department for Bishop Lawrence's campaign for Harvard University. This amount includes:
  • $50,000 from Samuel Sachs
  • $50,000 from Maurice Sachs
  • $50,000 from the Sachs family trust
  • $10,000 each from Harry Sachs and Professor Paul J. Sachs

Additionally, the Forbes family donated $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department. Edward W. Forbes, who is the director of the Fogg Art Museum, made this contribution.

The total campaign goal for Harvard University was $10,000,000, with allocations for various departments, including $3,000,000 for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for unspecified uses. The announcement of these gifts was made by Bishop Lawrence.

The clipping has some handwritten notes and markings, indicating it was clipped from a newspaper and preserved.

The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping with a grayish background. The paper is slightly yellowed with age, indicating it might be old. Across the top of the clipping is a stamped or printed address "Drugs Prescribing Bureau, 352 Third Ave., New York," suggesting it may have been used as a bookmark or for notetaking related to the address.

The newspaper clipping appears to be from the "New York Commercial" dated June 18, 1924, as seen on the top part of the excerpt. The headline reads, "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS," followed by a subheadline stating, "Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000." The article references significant financial contributions from Goldman, Sachs & Co. and members of the Sachs family to the Harvard Business School and Harvard Fine Arts Department, as well as a donation from the family of Edward W. Forbes. The text is cut off at the bottom, so the full content of the article is not visible.

It is important to note that the physical condition of the paper, including any tears, creases, or other marks, cannot be explicitly described as the image provided is of high resolution and clear focus, but it does give the overall impression of an old document.

The image shows a newspaper clipping dated June 18, 1924, from the New York Commercial. The clipping describes a donation of $300,000 to Harvard University for fine arts and business school purposes. Specifically, it mentions that the Sachs Firm and family gave $200,000, and the Forbes family gave $100,000. The donation by Goldman, Sachs & Co. includes $100,000 for the Harvard Business School and $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The donation campaign was led by Bishop Lawrence with a goal of raising a minimum of $1,000,000. Edward W. Forbes, director of the Fog Art Museum, also pledged $10,000 to the Fine Arts Department, contributing to the total $310,000 raised. The clipping also highlights individual contributions and the involvement of Harvard alumni in the donation efforts.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau in New York, dated June 18, 1924. The headline reads "$300,000 MORE FOR HARVARD FINE ARTS" with a subtitle stating "Sachs Firm and Family Give $200,000 and Forbes Family $100,000."

The text explains that Goldman, Sachs & Co., bankers of New York, gave $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School, and members of the Sachs family contributed $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department to Bishop Lawrence’s campaign. This campaign aims to raise a minimum of $10,000,000 for Harvard University, with specific allocations including $3,000,000 for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school.

Additionally, the family of Edward W. Forbes, director of the Fogg Art Museum, donated $100,000 toward the Fine Arts fund, which has now raised $350,000 of its goal. The announcement was made by Bishop Lawrence. The Sachs family’s gift includes contributions from Samuel Sachs ($50,000), Arthur Sachs ($25,000), and Harry and Walter Sachs ($10,000 each). Professor Paul J. Sachs of Harvard, associated director of the Fogg Art Museum, is mentioned as the son of Samuel Sachs, a former member of Goldman Sachs.

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.