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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809240

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The image shows a clippings from a newspaper article dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is from the New York Evening Mail and is related to a gift made by the Sachs family, who were bankers, to Harvard University. The Sachs family contributed $100,000 each for the Harvard Business School and the Harvard Fine Arts Department. The total campaign goal was $10,000,000, with specific allocations for chemistry, fine arts, and the business school. The article also mentions a donation of $100,000 for the fine arts from the Sachs family, with $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. Professor Paul J. Sachs, a former member of the firm of Goldman, Sachs & Co., is noted as a son of Samuel Sachs and an associate director of the Fogg Museum of Harvard. The clippings are dated and have a handwritten note at the top mentioning the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York.

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This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the "New York Eye Mail," dated June 18, 1924. The clipping is mounted on a white backing paper that includes the header "Argus Pressclipping Bureau, 352 Third Ave., New York" and the notation "CLIPPING FROM."

The headline of the article reads: "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000." The article is dated Wednesday and reports on a donation made by Goldman, Sachs & Co., a banking firm in New York City, to the Harvard Business School. Additionally, members of the Sachs family have given $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department.

The article mentions that these donations are part of a campaign to raise $10,000,000, with specific allocations for chemistry ($3,000,000), fine arts ($2,000,000), and the business school ($5,000,000).

The $100,000 for fine arts includes contributions from Samuel Sachs ($50,000), Arthur Sachs ($25,000), and Harry and Walter Sachs ($10,000 each). It also notes that Professor Paul J. Sachs, a Harvard graduate and associate director of the Fogg Museum of Harvard, is a son of Samuel Sachs and a former member of the firm Goldman, Sachs & Co.

The clipping is stamped with the number "497899" at the top.

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a larger, off-white piece of paper, likely for archival purposes.

At the top of the backing sheet, a handwritten number "497099" is visible in cursive ink.

Below the handwritten number, a pre-printed header identifies the source of the clipping as:
Argus Pressclipping Bureau
352 Third Ave., New York

Further down, printed text indicates the clipping’s origin:
CLIPPING FROM
New York Eve. Mail
16 JUNE 1924

The central focus is the newspaper clipping itself, which is yellowed with age. Its headline, printed in bold, reads:
Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000

The article, datelined CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Wednesday, reports that coinciding with Harvard’s Class Day, Bishop Lawrence announced that Goldman, Sachs & Co. (bankers in New York City) donated $100,000 to the Harvard Business School, and members of the Sachs family donated $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department.

The gifts were part of a larger $10 million fundraising campaign, with specific amounts allocated to chemistry ($3 million), fine arts ($2 million), and the business school ($5 million).

The $100,000 for fine arts was detailed as contributions from: $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. The article also notes that Professor Paul J. Sachs, associate director of the Fogg Museum at Harvard and a 1900 graduate, is a son of Samuel Sachs and a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co.

The overall presentation suggests this is a preserved historical document, possibly from a press clipping service or personal archive, documenting a significant philanthropic event from 1924.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000." The clipping is attached to a larger piece of paper, which appears to be a clipping from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau in New York City, dated June 10, 1924. The clipping is from the New York Evening Telegram.

The article reports that Goldman, Sachs & Co., a banking firm based in New York City, has donated $100,000 to the Harvard Business School. Additionally, members of the Sachs family, who are associated with the banking firm, have contributed another $100,000 to the Harvard Fine Arts Department. These donations are part of a larger campaign to raise $10,000,000 for Harvard, with $3,000,000 allocated for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school.

The Sachs family's contributions to the fine arts department include $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. The article also mentions that Professor Paul J. Sachs, an associate director of the Fogg Museum of Harvard and a former member of Goldman, Sachs & Co., is the son of Samuel Sachs.

The image is mounted on a gray background, and the clipping itself is somewhat faded, indicating its age. The article provides a glimpse into the philanthropy of the Sachs family and their contributions to higher education in the early 20th century.

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A piece of paper is placed on a gray surface. It has a few words printed on it, and it is pasted with another piece of paper with some text. The text on the top piece of paper reads "497999" and "Argus Pressclipping Bureau 352 Third Ave., New York." Below it, the text reads "Clipping from 4 Y Even Telegram New York Eve Mail 10 JUNE 1924." The bottom piece of paper has the text "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000."

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper, specifically from the New York Eve. Mail dated 16 June 1934. The clipping is titled "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000" and is sourced from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau located at 352 Third Ave., New York.

Key Details in the Clipping:

  1. Headline:

    • The headline announces that the Sachs family, bankers from New York City, have donated a total of $200,000 to Harvard University.
  2. Donors:

    • The donation includes:
      • $100,000 from Goldman, Sachs & Co. (a banking firm).
      • $100,000 from members of the Sachs family.
  3. Purpose of the Donation:

    • The funds are part of a larger campaign to raise $10,000,000 for Harvard. The breakdown of the campaign includes:
      • $3,000,000 for chemistry.
      • $2,000,000 for fine arts.
      • $5,000,000 for the business school.
  4. Breakdown of the Sachs Family Donation:

    • The $100,000 for fine arts is further detailed:
      • $50,000 from Samuel Sachs.
      • $25,000 each from Arthur Sachs and Harry Sachs.
      • $10,000 each from Walter Sachs and Paul J. Sachs.
  5. Background Information:

    • Paul J. Sachs is noted as an associate director of the Fogg Museum of Harvard, a son of Samuel Sachs, and a former member of the firm Goldman, Sachs & Co. He is also identified as a Harvard alumnus, having graduated in 1900.

Visual Elements:

  • The clipping is typed and appears to be a printed excerpt from a newspaper.
  • The top of the clipping includes a handwritten note with the year "1979", likely indicating when the clipping was archived or cataloged.
  • The layout is clean and formal, typical of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century.

Context:

The clipping highlights a significant charitable contribution to Harvard University during the 1930s, reflecting the generosity of prominent banking families and their support for education and the arts. The Sachs family's donation underscores their commitment to academic and cultural institutions.

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The image presents a collection of two newspaper clippings, one on top of the other, against a light gray background.

The top clipping is from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau, located at 352 Third Ave., New York, with a handwritten date "19799" and a stamp indicating "CLIPPING FROM." Below this, a typed message reads "A F. Fox Telegram New York Eve. Mail 18 JUNE 1924."

The bottom clipping is a news article titled "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000," dated "CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Wednesday - Coincidental with the observance of Class Day at Harvard, Bishop Lawrence announced that Goldman, Sachs & Co., bankers, of New York city, have given $100,000 toward the Harvard Business School, and members of the Sachs family have given $100,000 for the Harvard Fine Arts Department."

The article continues, stating that the gifts are toward the campaign to raise $10,000,000, of which $3,000,000 will be for chemistry, $2,000,000 for fine arts, and $5,000,000 for the business school. The $100,000 for fine arts includes $50,000 from Samuel Sachs, $25,000 from Arthur Sachs, and $10,000 each from Harry and Walter Sachs. Professor Paul J. Sachs, Harvard 1900, associate director of the Fogg Museum of Harvard, is a son of Samuel Sachs and is a former member of the firm of Goldman, Sachs & Co.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from 1934, featuring a headline that reads "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000." The article reports on the generous donation made by the Sachs family to Harvard University. The clipping is accompanied by a handwritten note with the date "June 19, 1934," and a typed address for the Argus Press Clipping Bureau in New York.

Key Points:

  • Headline: "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000"
  • Date: June 19, 1934
  • Donation: The Sachs family donated $200,000 to Harvard University
  • Address: Argus Press Clipping Bureau, 352 Third Ave., New York

Summary:

The image showcases a historic newspaper clipping from 1934, highlighting the significant contribution made by the Sachs family to Harvard University. The article provides details about the donation, including the amount and the purpose of the gift. The accompanying handwritten note and typed address add context to the clipping, providing information about its origin and date. Overall, the image offers a glimpse into the philanthropic efforts of the Sachs family and their support for education.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping and its corresponding envelope from the Argus Pressclipping Bureau.

The envelope is cream-colored, with the bureau's address, "352 Third Ave., New York," printed on it. The top of the envelope features a handwritten number, "49799," in black ink. Below this, the words "CLIPPING FROM" are typed, followed by a partially obscured line that appears to read "A Y five Telegrams New York Eve. Mail." The date "to JUNE 1924" is also visible.

The newspaper clipping is attached to the bottom of the envelope and is yellowed with age. It features a headline that reads, "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000." The article discusses a donation made by the Sachs family to Harvard University, specifically to the Harvard Business School and the Fine Arts Department. The clipping is torn at the bottom, but the visible text provides details about the donation, including the amount and the individuals involved.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to focus attention on the envelope and clipping. Overall, the image presents a historical document that provides insight into a significant event or transaction involving the Sachs family and Harvard University.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping and a receipt, likely from the early 20th century.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • The clipping is rectangular in shape.
  • It features a headline that reads "Sachs Family, Bankers, Give Harvard $200,000."
  • The article discusses a donation of $200,000 by the Sachs family to Harvard University.
  • The text is in black ink on a yellowed paper background.
  • The date of the article appears to be June 13, 1924.

Receipt:

  • The receipt is placed above the newspaper clipping.
  • It has a light yellow color with blue and black text.
  • The top of the receipt displays the address "Argus Pressclipping Bureau" and "352 Third Ave., New York."
  • Below this information is the phrase "CLIPPING FROM" followed by two lines of text that are difficult to read.
  • A handwritten number "497099" is visible at the top of the receipt.

Background:

  • The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or artifact related to a significant donation made by the Sachs family to Harvard University in 1924.