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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1920-June 1924

ARCH.2003.22, Rendition: 809251

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically from "The New York Times," dated June 17, 1925. The page contains several articles and headlines related to significant donations made to Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum by John D. Rockefeller Jr. and other benefactors.

The main headlines and articles include:

  1. Rockefeller Gives Harvard $500,000:

    • This article reports that John D. Rockefeller Jr. has made a gift of $500,000 to Harvard University for the construction of a new building for the Fogg Art Museum. The gift is intended to help in the preservation and exhibition of art and archaeological materials.
  2. Gifts of $700,000 Received for Fund:

    • This headline highlights that Mr. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co. have made significant contributions totaling $700,000 to a fund for the Fine Arts Department at Harvard. The article details the specific amounts given: $500,000 from Rockefeller and $200,000 from Goldman Sachs & Co.
  3. Committee Tells Plans:

    • This section discusses the plans of a committee to train curators and professors in archaeological research. It mentions the intention to use the funds to support the study and preservation of art and archaeological materials.
  4. To Seek New Pigment:

    • A smaller article titled "To Seek New Pigment" discusses the need for new pigments that do not stand the test of time, as mentioned by Professor Paul J. Sachs.
  5. Another $200,000 to Harvard Reported:

    • This article reports an additional gift of $200,000 to Harvard from Edward S. Harkness, a member of the Harvard Corporation. The gift is intended to support the work of the Fogg Art Museum.

The articles collectively highlight the philanthropic contributions made to support the arts and archaeological studies at Harvard University, emphasizing the significant role of private donations in advancing academic and cultural institutions.

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The image depicts a newspaper spread with multiple articles. The main article on the left page is titled "ROCKFELLER GIVES HARVARD $500,000," detailing a significant donation by John D. Rockefeller Jr. for the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions that the fund will be used to train curators and archaeologists and that an advisory committee will be formed, including representatives from Harvard and the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The article also notes that many modern paintings, once considered unimportant, have proven to be valuable over time.

Other articles on the page include:

  • "Committee Tells Plans to Seek New Pigment," referring to an effort to find a new pigment for art.
  • "Three Gifts of $100,000 to Harvard Reported," which lists substantial donations from Edward T. bed, Mrs. Edward T. bed, and Mrs. William McCall for various university purposes, including the business school and the Fogg Art Museum.
  • "Gifts of $700,000 Received for Fund," describing contributions from Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co. for the business school and fine arts, with specific amounts allocated to different funds and purposes.

The articles emphasize the importance of the donations for the development of academic programs, research, and facilities at Harvard University. The right page contains additional columns and possibly more articles, but the details are not as clearly discernible. The overall theme of the page is centered around philanthropy and its impact on education and cultural institutions.

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The image is a page from a newspaper article featuring news about significant contributions to Harvard University, particularly focusing on gifts for the Fine Arts Division.

  1. Rockefeller Gives Harvard $500,000:

    • John D. Rockefeller Jr. is mentioned as giving a substantial gift of $500,000 to Harvard for the Fogg Art Museum. This gift is intended to help raise funds for the museum's expansion and preservation.
  2. Committee Plans:

    • A committee is planning to train curators and promote archaeological research, seeking new artistic and scientific talent.
  3. New Type of Philanthropy:

    • There is an article discussing a new approach to fundraising, involving the use of modern methods like philanthropic contributions from prominent individuals, such as Mr. Rockefeller.
  4. Gifts for Fine Arts:

    • Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs are highlighted for their significant contributions totaling $700,000.
      • Specifically, $100,000 each from John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs for various Harvard Fine Arts projects.
      • Another $300,000 was reported to be received from other sources, including:
        • $100,000 from the Fogg Art Museum.
        • $100,000 from the Harvard Business School.
        • $100,000 from the Harvard Divinity School.
        • $50,000 from the Harvard Law School.
  5. Details on Contributions:

    • John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs are noted for their substantial financial support to Harvard’s Fine Arts programs, including the Harvard Business School, Harvard Law School, and other departments.
    • The contributions are detailed with specific amounts, indicating a significant boost to Harvard's resources in the Fine Arts sector.
  6. Committee and Curators:

    • The committee’s efforts to enhance the Fogg Art Museum and other artistic research are emphasized, aiming to attract new curators and engage in extensive archaeological studies.

The newspaper page underscores the generosity and impact of these contributions on Harvard’s Fine Arts initiatives and broader academic programs.

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The image is a newspaper clipping detailing a significant donation to Harvard University by John D. Rockefeller Jr., amounting to $500,000. The primary focus is on the funding of the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions several key points:

  1. Gift Details:

    • Rockefeller gives Harvard $500,000.
    • The money is intended to fund the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The gift will be applied to the endowment fund for the museum.
  2. Committee Plans:

    • The committee plans to use the money to train curators and proselytize archaeological research.
    • The committee will seek new pictorials to enhance the museum's collection.
  3. Additional Gifts:

    • Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman, Sachs & Co. have made significant contributions to the Fine Arts Department, totaling $700,000.
    • This includes $100,000 for the Fine Arts Department and $600,000 for the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The Harvard Business School and Fine Arts Department each received $100,000.
  4. Institutional Response:

    • The Harvard Divinity School, Fine Arts Department, and the Fogg Art Museum are benefiting from the donations.
    • The donations will support the training of students and the acquisition of new art pieces.
  5. Purpose and Impact:

    • The funds will be used to enhance the preservation and study of art.
    • The money will also be used for scientific training and research, including the study of pigments and their preservation.
  6. Contributors:

    • Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman, Sachs & Co. are the main contributors, with a combined contribution of $700,000.
    • Other members of the Rockefeller family and Goldman, Sachs & Co. also made notable donations.

The article highlights the substantial generosity towards Harvard's Fine Arts and Business School departments, emphasizing the importance of the contributions to the educational and research missions of the institutions.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, featuring several articles related to substantial financial contributions to Harvard University.

  1. Main Headline:

    • "ROCKFELLER GIVES HARVARD $500,000"
    • The article states that John D. Rockefeller Jr. has donated $500,000 to Harvard, specifically for the Fog Art Museum. The funds will be used to train curators and promote archaeological research.
  2. Committee Plans:

    • The article mentions that the committee will seek new pictorial materials for the museum and that modern paintings will not be a test of time.
  3. Three Gifts of $100,000 to Harvard:

    • Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co. have made significant contributions:
      • Mr. Rockefeller has given $100,000 to the Harvard Business School for the Division of Research in Business Economics.
      • Goldman Sachs & Co. has also contributed $100,000 for the same purpose.
      • Additionally, $100,000 has been given by the Rockefeller family towards the Harvard Business School, making it a total of $300,000 for the division.
  4. Gifts of $700,000 Received for Fund:

    • The article notes that the total amount received for the fund now stands at $700,000.
    • The Rockefeller family and Goldman Sachs & Co. have each contributed $100,000, with the Rockefeller family's donation being specifically earmarked for the Division of Research in Business Economics.
  5. Cheifly for Fine Arts:

    • The funds are primarily directed towards the Harvard Business School, with the aim of supporting research and development in business economics.
  6. Additional Notes:

    • The Rockefeller gift will provide a significant boost to the Business School's research capabilities, including the establishment of a new research division.
    • The contributions will help fund the salaries of faculty and researchers, as well as provide necessary facilities and equipment.

Overall, the image highlights the significant financial support provided by John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co. to Harvard University, specifically for the advancement of research in business economics and the establishment of the Fog Art Museum.

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The image displays a newspaper page from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1937. The primary headline on the page is about John D. Rockefeller Jr. making a significant donation.

Here are the key stories and details:

  1. Main Headline:

    • "ROCKEFELLER GIVES HARVARD $500,000"
    • Sub-headline: "Gift by John D. Jr. Will Be Applied to Fund Being Raised for Fogg Art Museum."

    This article reports that John D. Rockefeller Jr. donated $500,000 to Harvard University specifically for the Fogg Art Museum.

  2. Committee Tells Plans:

    • "Will Train Curators and Prosecute Archaeological Researches"
    • This section outlines plans to train curators and support archaeological research, indicating the broader goals of the committee overseeing the funds.
  3. Additional Article:

    • "GIFTS OF $700,000 RECEIVED FOR FUND"
    • Sub-headline: "Mr. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldmann Sachs Co. Make Big Contributions"

    This article discusses the total amount of $700,000 received for the fund, highlighting contributions by John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co.

  4. Other Articles:

    • "To Seek New Pigment"

      • This article mentions a modern paint company aiming to develop new pigments.
    • "$100,000 Given for Business Arts"

      • The story details a $100,000 donation to the Harvard Business School for the study of fine arts in business.
    • "THREE GIFTS OF $100,000 TO HARVARD REPORTED"

      • It covers three separate donations of $100,000 each to Harvard University by Edward S. Harkness, Jacob Schiff, and Bishop William Lawrence.

The page also features smaller articles and snippets on various topics related to Harvard University's fundraising efforts, the purpose of the funds, and the development of educational and research programs. The overall theme centers on substantial financial contributions to support Harvard's initiatives, particularly in the arts and archaeological research.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings affixed to it. The clippings are mostly about significant donations and gifts to Harvard University, particularly for the Fogg Art Museum and other university departments.

Key details from the clippings include:

  • One headline says "ROCKEFELLER GIVES HARVARD $500,000," about a gift from John D. Rockefeller Jr. that will help fund the Fogg Art Museum and be applied to funds being raised.
  • Another clipping is titled "GIFTS OF $700,000 RECEIVED FOR FUND," detailing contributions from John D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co., mainly for the Fine Arts departments and the Business School.
  • One article discusses that the $500,000 gift from Rockefeller Jr. is part of a $2,000,000 desired for the erection and endowment of the new Fogg Art Museum.
  • There is mention of additions to other university departments like the chemistry department, and the involvement of various benefactors including Samuel Sachs and Arthur Sachs.
  • The articles emphasize the importance of these donations for the development of the university's art collection, research, historical preservation, and educational programs.
  • The scrap page itself is aged, with yellowed clippings attached to a beige backing, suggesting it is an archival document.

Overall, the page documents notable philanthropic contributions in the 1920s that supported Harvard's academic and cultural institutions.

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This is an image showing a page from a newspaper or a periodical with a date stamp at the top left corner indicating "JUN 10 1924." The page includes several articles mainly concerning major financial gifts to Harvard University, highlighted by large headlines.

One headline reads "ROCKEFELLER GIVES HARVARD $500,000," explaining that a gift by John D. Rockefeller will be applied to a fund being raised for a museum. Another section titled "COMMITTEE TELLS PLANS" suggests that the committee will train curators and prosecute archaeological researches. Additionally, there is talk of seeking a "NEW PIGMENT" for modern paintings.

To the right, a larger article with the header "GIFTS OF $700,000 RECEIVED FOR FUND," further details the contributions received by Harvard, chiefly for fine arts. It mentions significant donors such as Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs and Co., along with other financial figures and plans related to the Harvard University Fine Arts Department.

A smaller article discusses "THREE GIFTS OF $100,000 TO HARVARD REPORTED" which further elaborates on the donations received for specific areas of the university.

The page is frayed around the edges, indicating age and handling, and it has been pasted onto a backing sheet or another page, which can be seen along the edges suggesting it may have been preserved in a scrapbook or an archive.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings related to financial donations and developments at Harvard University, especially concerning its Fine Arts Department.

  1. The headline "Rockefeller Gives Harvard $500,000" is prominently displayed on the left clipping. The accompanying article details John D. Rockefeller Jr.'s donation to the Fogg Art Museum Fund and outlines plans to train curators and prosecute archaeological researches, as well as to seek new pigment solutions for modern paints.

  2. Adjacent to this clipping is another article with the headline, "Gifts of $700,000 Received for Fund." This piece highlights significant contributions from Mr. J.D. Rockefeller Jr. and Goldman Sachs & Co. for Harvard's Fine Arts and Business School departments. It mentions the distribution of funds among fine arts and educational expansions.

  3. At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller newspaper clipping titled "Three Gifts of $100,000 to Harvard Reported," dated June 10, with details about donations to Harvard University totaling $300,000 from various contributors, including notable families and alumni.

The scrapbook is organized with a focus on preserving important highlights of financial contributions to Harvard University, likely indicating significant historical context for the development of Harvard’s academic resources.

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The image shows an open newspaper page dated June 10, 1924, featuring a prominent headline: "ROCKEFELLER GIVES HARVARD $300,000." The article is from The New York Times and details a significant donation made by John D. Rockefeller Jr. to Harvard University.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline and Context:

    • The main headline announces that Rockefeller has pledged $300,000 to Harvard, specifically for the Fogg Art Museum. This is a substantial gift aimed at supporting the museum's operations and expansion.
  2. Content Overview:

    • The article discusses various aspects of the donation, including:
      • The purpose of the funds: to aid the Fogg Art Museum, which is described as a leading institution for art research and education.
      • The role of the Fogg Art Museum in preserving and studying art, including its collections and research activities.
      • Additional context about Harvard's Fine Arts Department and its need for resources.
  3. Supporting Articles:

    • To the right of the main article, there is a column titled "GIFTS OF $700,000 RECEIVED FOR FUND", which discusses other significant donations to Harvard, including contributions from Mr. J. D. Rockefeller Jr. and Co., totaling $700,000. This highlights the broader context of philanthropy and fundraising at Harvard during this period.
    • The article mentions specific contributions, such as $100,000 for the Business School, $300,000 for the Fine Arts Division, and $300,000 for the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Visual Layout:

    • The page is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with columns of text and headlines in bold typography.
    • The layout includes additional smaller headlines and subheadings, such as:
      • "COMMITTEE TELLS PLANS"
      • "TO SEEK NEW PIGMENT"
      • "THREE GIFTS OF $200,000 TO HARVARD REPORTED"
    • These subheadings suggest that the page covers multiple news stories, with the Rockefeller donation being the central focus.
  5. Historical Context:

    • The article reflects the era of significant philanthropy in the early 20th century, particularly by wealthy industrialists like the Rockefeller family. It underscores the importance of private donations in supporting educational and cultural institutions.

Summary:

The image depicts a historical newspaper page from The New York Times dated June 10, 1924, highlighting a major donation of $300,000 by John D. Rockefeller Jr. to Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum. The article is part of a broader discussion of philanthropy at Harvard, with additional details on other substantial gifts totaling $700,000. The layout and content provide insight into the role of wealthy donors in supporting academic and cultural institutions during this period.