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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809238

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The image shows a vintage clipping from the "Argus Pressclipping Bureau" dated June 12, 1924, with a telegraphic address and terms for clippings listed at the top. Below the header, there is a prominent news article titled "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard." The article details that the Sachs family, through Goldman, Sachs & Co., a New York-based bank, contributed $100,000 to the Harvard Business School and an additional $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The donation was part of a larger $10 million fund for the extension of Harvard University's services. The article mentions the distribution of the $5 million for various departments, including $3 million for the Business School and $3 million for the Fine Arts Department. It also notes a letter from Samuel Sachs, a senior partner of Goldman, Sachs & Co., expressing tribute to the Harvard Business School. The article also mentions Professor Paul J. Sachs, who is associated with the Harvard Art Museum. The clipping appears to be from the "N.Y. HERALD-TRIBUNE" and is part of a collection of historical clippings related to donations to Harvard.

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This image shows a historical newspaper clipping from the "N.Y. Herald - Tribune," dated February 18, 1924. The clipping is titled "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard." It details a significant donation made by the Sachs family to Harvard University. The donation is split into two parts: $100,000 is given to the Harvard Business School, and the other $100,000 is given to the Harvard fine arts department.

The article mentions that the Sachs family's gift is part of a larger $10,000,000 fund for the extension of Harvard University's services. It also notes that of this total fund, $5,000,000 is to be applied to the Business School, $3,000,000 to the fine arts department, and another $3,000,000 to the chemical department.

The article includes additional details about the Sachs family's contributions, including individual donations from Samuel, Arthur, Harry, and Walter Sachs. It also mentions Professor Paul J. Sachs, who is associated with the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and is a son of Samuel Sachs.

The clipping is from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York, and includes their terms for different numbers of clippings.

The background of the image is a plain, light-colored surface, and the clipping appears to be aged, with some discoloration and wear.

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the 1920s, mounted on or attached to a press clipping bureau's service card.

The clipping is from the N.Y. Herald Tribune, dated June 19, 1924.

The headline reads:

Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard

The sub-headline adds:

Half of Fund Goes to Business School and Half to Fine Arts Department

The article details a major philanthropic gift:

  • Goldman, Sachs & Co. (the prominent New York banking firm) donated $100,000 to the Harvard Business School.
  • Members of the Sachs family donated another $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department.
  • The article notes these gifts were part of a larger $10,000,000 fund for the expansion of Harvard University.
  • The funds were allocated as follows: $5,000,000 to the Business School, $3,000,000 to the Fine Arts Department, and $3,000,000 to the Chemical Department.
  • It mentions Bishop Lawrence’s announcement and includes a letter from Samuel Sachs, a senior partner at Goldman, Sachs & Co., who also paid tribute to the Business School.
  • The Fine Arts gift is further broken down: $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs.
  • It also notes that Professor Paul J. Sachs of Harvard is Samuel Sachs’s son.
  • The article concludes by mentioning that Edward W. Forbes’s family (director of the Fogg Art Museum) also gave $100,000 to the Fine Arts fund, bringing it close to its $250,000 goal.

The clipping is attached to the top portion of a yellowed card from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York.

Handwritten in ink on the card are the words “From: Foggy” (likely the client’s name or initials) and the telephone number “Foggy.”

The card also lists their service pricing:

TERMS:

  • $65 - for 1000 clippings
  • $30 - for 500 clippings
  • $11 - for 250 clippings
  • $5 - for 100 clippings

The entire item is presented against a plain, light blue-gray background. The paper shows signs of aging, with yellowing and slight wear, consistent with its 1924 origin. The overall impression is a preserved historical document, likely part of a professional or personal archive of press clippings.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article. It has a beige background and is printed in black text. The clipping contains information about the Sachs family donating $200,000 to Harvard University, with half of the funds going to the Harvard Business School and the other half to the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The clipping also mentions that the Sachs family is a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper. The clipping is printed on a piece of paper with a brown background. The clipping has a date of February 17, 1924. The clipping is about the Sachs family, who gave $200,000 to Harvard University. Half of the fund goes to the Business School, and the other half goes to the Fine Arts Department. The clipping also mentions that the Sachs family is a partner of Goldman Sachs & Co.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the New York Herald Tribune, dated June 16, 1914. The clipping is titled "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard" and details a significant donation made by the Sachs family to Harvard University.

Key Details from the Clipping:

  1. Donation Overview:

    • The Sachs family, bankers of New York, has donated $200,000 to Harvard University.
    • Half of the fund ($100,000) is allocated to the Harvard Business School, and the other half ($100,000) is directed to the Fine Arts Department.
  2. Breakdown of the Funds:

    • $50,000 to the Fine Arts Department.
    • $25,000 each from Samuel Sachs, Harry Sachs, and Walter Sachs.
    • $10,000 each from Arthur Sachs and Paul J. Sachs.
    • $100,000 to the Business School.
  3. Purpose of the Donation:

    • The donation is part of a larger $10,000,000 fund being raised for the extension of Harvard University.
    • The Sachs family's contribution is in recognition of the services Harvard University provides.
  4. Additional Contributions:

    • The family of Edward W. Forbes, director of the Fogg Art Museum, has also contributed $100,000 toward the fine arts fund, bringing the total for the fine arts department to $350,000 of its $500,000 goal.
  5. Context:

    • The article mentions that the donation was announced in a letter from Samuel Sachs, senior partner of Goldman, Sachs & Co., expressing gratitude for the Harvard Business School.
    • Paul J. Sachs, an associate director of the Fogg Art Museum and a son of Samuel Sachs, is also noted as a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co.

Visual Elements:

  • The clipping is presented on aged, yellowed paper, indicative of its historical context.
  • The text is typed and appears to be part of a larger document or collection, as suggested by the visible header from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau at the top, which includes contact information (address: 352 Third Ave., New York) and pricing details for press clippings.
  • The header also includes a handwritten note or signature, likely indicating the source or recipient of the clipping.

Summary:

The image captures a historical news article detailing a substantial charitable donation by the Sachs family to Harvard University in 1914, highlighting the family's support for both the Business School and the Fine Arts Department. The clipping reflects the era's philanthropy and the significant role of wealthy families in supporting educational institutions.

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The image shows an old newspaper clipping pinned to a surface. The header indicates that it originated from the "Argus Pressclipping Bureau" located at 382 Third Ave., New York. Below the header, there is a pricing structure for the service: "TERMS: $2.85—for 1000 clippings; $1.10—for 100 clippings; $0.90—for 60 clippings; $1—for 10 clippings."

The clipping itself is from the "N.Y. Herald Tribune," dated 19 Jan 1934, and the headline reads "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard." The article discusses a notable contribution to Harvard University, with half of the funds going to the Business School and the other half to the Fine Arts Department. It provides specific details about the donation and mentions individuals associated with Harvard, including Professor Paul J. Sachs.

The clip shows signs of aging, with yellowing paper and ragged edges, suggesting it is an authentic piece from the time period referenced.

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The image features a newspaper clipping mounted on a card from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau. The card includes contact information for the bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York, and lists the pricing terms for their clipping services.

The visible newspaper clipping is dated 1924 and is from the New York Herald Tribune. The subject of the clipping is a news article titled "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard," which details a donation from the Sachs family to Harvard University. The donation is divided equally, with half allocated to the Harvard Business School and the other half dedicated to the Fine Arts Department. The article explains that the funds will contribute to various initiatives within these departments and provides specific amounts for different purposes as outlined in the donation.

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The image shows a clipped newspaper article from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave, New York. The clipping has a stamp from the N.Y. Herald Tribune dated June 19, 1924. The article headline reads, "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard," with the subheading, "Half of Fund Goes to Business School and Half to Fine Arts Department."

The article details that Goldman, Sachs & Co., bankers of New York, donated $100,000 to the Harvard Business School and another $100,000 to the Harvard fine arts department. It mentions Bishop Lawrence announcing these gifts in connection with the $10,000,000 fund for the extension of Harvard University services. The total fund is $5,000,000 for the business school, $3,000,000 for the fine arts department, and $3,000,000 for the chemical department.

It also highlights a letter from Samuel Sachs, senior partner at Goldman, Sachs & Co., expressing a tribute to the Harvard Business School. The $100,000 presented to the fine arts department includes contributions from Samuel Sachs ($50,000), Arthur Sachs ($25,000), and Harry and Walter Sachs ($10,000 each).

The article ends by mentioning Professor Paul J. Sachs, Harvard's associate director of the Fogg Art Museum, who is a son of Samuel Sachs and a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co. It also notes that Edward W. Forbes' family has given $100,000 towards the fine arts fund, which is nearing its $350,000 goal.

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This image contains a newspaper clipping accompanied by a printed slip from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau. The clipping headline reads, "Sachs Family Gives $200,000 to Harvard," and details a significant donation by the Sachs family divided equally between Harvard University's Business School and Fine Arts Department. The article, dated June 19, 1924, discusses the specifics of the contribution and its allocation.

The Argus Pressclipping Bureau slip includes the bureau's address, "352 Third Ave., New York," with pricing information for their press-clipping services listed below. The New York Herald Tribune is mentioned as the source of the clipping.

The item is organized on a light blue background, and the overall layout suggests historical documentation or archival storage of an article of interest.