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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795051

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The image shows a newspaper page dated October 5, 1924. The page contains several articles and announcements. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer:

    • Several faculty members at Harvard have been busy writing books and magazine articles during their summer vacation.
    • Notable works include:
      • Professor R. T. Crane's book "The External Relations of Europe."
      • Professor C. H. Haskins' book "The Rise of Universities."
      • Professor E. K. Rand's book "Founders of the Middle Ages."
      • Professor A. C. Coolidge's book "The United States as a World Power."
      • Professor F. W. Taussig's book "Free Trade, the Tariff, and Reciprocity."
      • Professor W. C. Lane's book "A Catalogue of the Roman and Byzantine Coins."
      • Professor A. M. Schlesinger's book "New Viewpoints in American History."
      • Professor G. H. Blakeslee's book "The Origin and Nature of Indian Place Names in the United States."
      • Professor A. E. Kennelly's book "Electricity and Magnetism."
      • Professor R. M. Wenley's book "Socrates and Christ."
  2. Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship:

    • J. A. Colotti, an ex-stone cutter, received the Sachs Fellowship worth $2000.
    • Colotti worked on the construction of the Fogg Museum of Art and created a stone-cutting tool that aided in the project.
    • He plans to use the fellowship to study historic monuments in Italy.
  3. Directors Plan for New Museum of Art:

    • The Fogg Museum of Art plans to build a new museum on Quincy Street.
    • The new building will provide extensive facilities for the study of paintings and sculptures.
    • It will include a complete laboratory for the study of paintings and museums.
    • The current Fogg Museum will be torn down or used for other purposes.
    • The new museum will have a large saltery for the storage of paintings, a lecture room, and a library.
    • The construction is expected to begin in the spring of 1925 and be completed by the fall of 1926.

The page is well-preserved, with clear, legible text and a few minor signs of aging. The articles provide insights into the academic and cultural activities at Harvard University during that period.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Harvard publication, dated October 5, 1929. The headline reads, "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer," detailing the various literary and academic projects undertaken by Harvard faculty members during their summer break.

Key Sections and Articles:

  1. General Faculty Activities:

    • Many Harvard professors spent their summer engaged in writing projects, contributing to various fields such as economics, history, literature, and science.
    • Prof. Thomas Nixon Carver wrote a textbook on economic theory.
    • Prof. Charles H. Haskins worked on a new book related to the history of medieval institutions.
    • Prof. Roger B. Merriman completed a volume on the history of Spain and Portugal.
    • Prof. William Scott Ferguson wrote on Greek imperialism.
    • Prof. Edward A. Whitney translated a French book on the history of art.
    • Prof. George C. Chase worked on a new volume about Aristotle.
    • Prof. Edward K. Rand finished a book on the medieval Latin poets.
    • Prof. William L. Langer wrote about the diplomacy of imperialism.
    • Prof. Arthur M. Schlesinger was busy with a volume on American social history.
  2. Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship:

    • J. A. Collett, a former stone cutter from Bathurst, New South Wales, received the Sachs Fellowship worth $2000.
    • He began an expert in creating architectural decorations and was awarded for his talent and dedication.
    • Collett plans to study natural mnemonic systems.
  3. Director's Plan for New Museum of Art:

    • The article discusses plans for the Fogg Museum of Art's new building.
    • Edward W. Forbes, the director, outlined the design and purposes, including extensive facilities for the study of paintings and sculptures.
    • The new building will be located on Quincy Street and will include laboratories, classrooms, and galleries.
  4. French Choirs:

    • Prof. Irving Babbitt published an article on French choirs in the "Nation."
    • The article discusses the historical significance and evolution of choral music in France.
  5. Will Provide Extensive Facilities:

    • The new museum will provide advanced facilities for studying and conserving art.
    • Plans include climate-controlled rooms for different art forms and ample space for research and exhibitions.

The articles collectively highlight the diverse scholarly activities and achievements of Harvard faculty and the significant developments in the university's infrastructure.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from October 5, 1924, featuring several articles related to Harvard University and its faculty activities during the summer months.

  1. Main Article: "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer"

    • This article highlights how several Harvard faculty members used their summer vacation to publish books and magazine articles.
    • Notable mentions include:
      • Prof. C. H. Haskins, who wrote on the history of medieval Europe.
      • Prof. W. W. Willoughby, who worked on the Constitution of the United States.
      • Prof. W. W. Taussig, who published on international trade.
      • Prof. A. Lawrence Lowell, who wrote about the American Constitution.
      • Prof. F. J. E. Woodbridge, who published on psychology.
      • Prof. T. E. Lawrence, who wrote about the Middle East.
      • Prof. C. H. Grandgent, who published on the history of New England.
      • Prof. Irving Babbitt, who published on criticism.
      • Prof. H. C. Babbott, who worked on the history of American thought.
      • Prof. W. A. Neilson, who published on the history of the United States.
      • Prof. F. J. Robinson, who worked on the history of American literature.
      • Prof. A. C. Baugh, who wrote on the history of English.
      • Prof. F. W. Taussig, who published on economics.
      • Prof. E. K. Rand, who wrote on the history of the American Revolution.
      • Prof. W. C. Ford, who published on the history of the United States.
      • Prof. J. T. Shotwell, who wrote on the history of international relations.
      • Prof. F. J. E. Woodbridge, who published on psychology.
      • Prof. W. E. H. Lecky, who wrote on the history of European morals.
      • Prof. J. H. Randall, who worked on the history of the American Revolution.
      • Prof. E. K. Rand, who wrote on the history of the United States.
      • Prof. C. H. Grandgent, who published on the history of New England.
  2. Other Articles:

    • "Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship": This article discusses J. A. Collett, a former stone cutter who received a Sachs Fellowship to study abroad on an income of $4,000.
    • "Directors Plan for New Museum of Art": The article mentions plans for a new museum of art at Harvard, with an estimated cost of $2,000,000. The museum will include a complete laboratory for the study of paints and mediums and will be located on Quincy Street.

The articles provide a snapshot of academic productivity and institutional developments at Harvard during that period.

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The image displays a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Crimson dated October 5, 1924. It contains several articles:

  1. Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer:

    • The article discusses the extensive writing and publishing activities of Harvard professors during the summer. It mentions various professors who were busy writing books, articles, and reviews. Notable authors include Prof. C. H. Haskins, who wrote on the history of medieval philosophy, and Prof. J. R. Seeley, who published on the history of the Mediterranean Sea. The article also highlights the involvement of Prof. R. W. Emerson, who was writing a book on the history of the University of Virginia.
  2. Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship:

    • This article from October 10, 1924, reports that J. A. Collette, an American of Italian descent, received the Sachs Research Fellowship, valued at $1,800. Collette is noted for his expertise in architectural stone carving and his work on the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.
  3. Directors Plan for New Museum of Art:

    • This article, dated October 12, 1924, discusses the plans for a new museum of art on Quincy Street in Boston. The new museum will be a complete laboratory for the study of paints and media, featuring new buildings and facilities. The plans include a laboratory for the study of paints, a library, and classrooms for teaching art. The total cost is estimated at $185,000, with the building to be located on Quincy Street near the Foggs Museum.

The articles together provide a snapshot of the intellectual and cultural activities at Harvard and in Boston during the mid-1920s, highlighting the contributions of professors and the development of new educational and artistic facilities.

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The image is a page from an old newspaper, specifically dated October 5, 1924. The main articles on this page are:

  1. Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer:

    • This article highlights the activities of various Harvard professors during their summer vacations. It mentions that these professors are contributing significantly to publishing books and magazine articles. Specific professors are named, such as Prof. C. T. Cogswell and Prof. Perry Busy, who have been involved in extensive research and writing.
  2. Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship:

    • This piece discusses J. A. Coletti, an ex-stone cutter from Italy, who received a Sachs Research Fellowship. The article mentions that Coletti was studying abroad in Italy and received an income of $4,000 for his research.
  3. Directors Plan for New Museum of Art:

    • This article describes the plans for a new museum of art, which will be on Quincy Street. The proposed building will be a complete laboratory for the study of paintings and new mediums. It mentions the financial arrangements and the vision of Professor Paul Sachs, the Amoco Director of the Fogg Museum of Art.

In addition, there are smaller sections and captions about:

  • The disposition of the current Fogg Museum and the reasons for its relocation.
  • The detailed plans and facilities for the new museum, including a large gallery, exhibition space, and a collection of art.

The layout of the page includes a mixture of headlines, photographs (though not clear in detail), and text, giving a snapshot of academic and cultural activities in 1924 at Harvard.

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The image displays a newspaper page with various articles. The main article, titled "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer," details how several Harvard faculty members spent their summer writing books and magazine articles. The article lists numerous professors and their respective works, which range from history and literature to science and education. Other articles on the page include "Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship," which mentions J. A. Coletti being awarded the Sachs Research Fellowship to study architecture in Rome; "Directors Plan for New Museum of Art," about plans to build a new building for the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard; and several other smaller news pieces. The page is dated October 5, 1924.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper or magazine dated around October 1924, containing various articles related to Harvard University.

  1. The main article at the top is titled "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer," dated Oct. 5, 1924. It discusses several faculty members publishing books and magazine articles over the summer, often while on vacation. Professors mentioned include Prof. J.D.M. Ford, Prof. A.E. Ritch, Prof. H.W. Holmes, and others, along with topics like history, literature, French, political parties, and the department of sociology.

  2. On the bottom left side, there is an article titled "Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship," dated Oct. 10, 1924. It talks about J.A. Coletti, a stone cutter from Boston who received a $2000 fellowship for advanced studies in the history, principles, or methods of fine arts.

  3. The center bottom article, dated Oct. 10, 1924, is titled "Directors Plan for New Museum of Art." It discusses plans and fundraising efforts for a new Fogg Museum of Art building on Quincy Street, mentioning a shortfall of $185,000 needed to complete the $2,000,000 cost. The article covers the vision for a larger, better-equipped museum facility with ample space for study and storage.

  4. On the bottom right, an article outlines the extensive facilities planned for the new museum, emphasizing the importance of space for research and permanent collections so that items are not deteriorated due to storage conditions.

Overall, this page documents academic, cultural, and institutional developments around Harvard University during the summer of 1924.

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You've shared an image of a vintage newspaper article. The top headline reads "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer," and the article is dated "October 5, 1924". The article discusses the scholarly activities of Harvard professors during their summer vacations, mentioning that several faculty members are planning to publish books and magazine articles that winter.

Below this, there is a smaller section with the headline "TALENTED EX-STONE CUTTER RECEIVES SACHS FELLOWSHIP," which speaks about an individual receiving a fellowship to continue their study abroad.

On the right side of the image, another article begins with the bold title "DIRECTORS PLAN FOR NEW MUSEUM OF ART" dated "October 14, 1924," and discusses plans for the construction of a new art museum.

The paper has a yellowish tint, suggesting age, and the edges of the paper are frayed, indicating wear. There are some markings in pen on the articles, probably made by a reader annotating or highlighting certain parts of the text.

Given that this is a historical document, it serves not only as a record of the events and plans of that time but also as an artifact demonstrating the newspaper design and journalistic style of the early 20th century.

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The image depicts a page from an old newspaper or magazine, dated October 5, 1924. The page is yellowed and appears to be preserved in a scrapbook. The main headline reads: "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer." The subheadline elaborates, mentioning that several faculty members are preparing to publish books and magazine articles during the winter, which were written while on vacation.

The text describes various professors' summer activities and their contributions to scholarly work, including books and articles reviewed by critics. Articles on topics such as desert timelands, French critics, and personal observations by faculty members are mentioned.

Below the main article, there are two smaller related articles:

  1. "TALENTED EX-STONE CUTTER RECEIVES SACHS FELLOWSHIP" dated October 6, 1924, detailing J.A. Collett, an American of Italian descent, who was awarded the Sachs Research Fellowship to study abroad.
  2. "DIRECTORS PLAN FOR NEW MUSEUM OF ART" dated October 10, 1924, discussing the planning and construction of a new museum of art at Harvard, including financial aspects and the layout of the new facility.

Other smaller articles contribute to the insights regarding a variety of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University. The page is filled with columns of text, with edited marks visible throughout, indicating it might have been arranged for preservation or review.

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The image depicts an open page from a historical newspaper or publication dated October 5, 1924. The layout is characteristic of early 20th-century print media, with dense, justified text and multiple columns. The content appears to focus on academic and cultural activities at Harvard University, as indicated by the prominent headline: "Pens of Many Professors at Harvard Busy During Summer."

Key Observations:

  1. Headline and Context:

    • The main headline highlights that several faculty members at Harvard are engaged in writing books and magazine articles during their summer vacation. This suggests a focus on scholarly productivity outside the regular academic term.
  2. Article Content:

    • The article discusses various professors and their summer activities, including research, publications, and travel. Specific names and topics are mentioned, such as:
      • Prof. Perry Bush, who is noted for his work in sociology and government.
      • Prof. Irving Babbit, who published essays on French critics.
      • Prof. J. A. Colleti, who received a Sachs Fellowship to study historic monuments abroad.
    • The text includes details about the subjects these professors are exploring, such as medieval history, French literature, and architectural studies.
  3. Additional News Items:

    • The page also contains other news items, including:
      • "Talented Ex-Stone Cutter Receives Sachs Fellowship": This subheading announces that J. A. Colleti, an architect and stonecutter, has been awarded a Sachs Fellowship to study historic monuments in Europe.
      • "Directors Plan for New Museum of Art": This section discusses plans for a new museum of art, including the creation of a complete laboratory for the study of paints and mediums, and the potential use of the Fogg Art Museum as a temporary space.
      • "Will Be on Quincy St.": This mentions the relocation or expansion of a facility, possibly related to the museum or university.
  4. Design and Layout:

    • The page features a classic newspaper design with multiple columns of text, subheadings, and dated entries (e.g., "Oct. 5, 1924").
    • The text is printed in a serif font, typical of the era, and includes some typographical elements such as underlines and italics for emphasis.
  5. Condition and Presentation:

    • The paper appears aged, with a slightly yellowed tone and some creasing, indicating its historical nature.
    • The page is open, showing two facing pages with continuous text flow.

Summary:

The image captures a snapshot of academic life at Harvard University in 1924, emphasizing the summer productivity of its faculty through writing and research. It also highlights broader institutional developments, such as plans for a new museum of art and the awarding of fellowships to support scholarly pursuits. The layout and content reflect the journalistic style of the early 20th century, providing insight into both the intellectual and administrative activities of the time.