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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

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The image is a page from a document detailing appointments, resignations, and other administrative changes at Harvard College, dated around November 24, 1924. The page is divided into several sections:

  1. President and Fellows of Harvard College - Appointments:

    • Members of the Committee on the Degrees in Arts and Sciences: Appointed for one year from November 24, 1924.
      • Faculty Members: Various professors and instructors from different departments.
      • Graduate Students: A.B., M.D., LL.B., Ph.D.
    • Instructors in Fine Arts: Appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
      • Kenneth John Conant, A.B., M.Arch.
      • Charles Louis Kuhn, A.M.
      • Gustave Hill Morgan, B.S., A.B.
      • Henry Edwards Scutt, Jr., A.B.
    • Assistants in Fine Arts: Appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
      • Various individuals with different academic backgrounds.
    • Tutor in Fine Arts: Appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
      • Arthur Kingsley Porter, Ph.D.
    • Members of the Faculty of the Graduate School of Business Administration: Appointed from September 1, 1924.
      • Various professors and instructors.
    • Instructors in Economics: Appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
      • Various individuals with different academic backgrounds.
    • Assistants in Economics: Appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
      • Various individuals with different academic backgrounds.
    • Eliot Professor of Greek Literature: Appointed from September 1, 1925.
      • Herbert Weir Smyth, Ph.D.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • A recent acquisition of the Fogg Art Museum is a very beautiful Egyptian relief representing the king offering dates to the god Amon.
    • The relief is from the 18th dynasty and is a fine example of the sculpture of that period.
    • The museum has also acquired several modern watercolors and prints.
    • An exhibition of Italian and German Masters of the 18th century is being held.
    • The museum has lent prints to the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
  3. Ross Gives Egyptian Bas-Relief to Fogg Museum:

    • Denman W. Ross has given a bas-relief of the 18th dynasty to the Fogg Museum.
    • The relief is a fine example of the sculpture of that period.
    • The museum has also acquired several modern watercolors and prints.
  4. Resignations:

    • The following resignations were received and accepted:
      • Pierre R. Chardon, Instructor in Romance Languages, effective November 1, 1924.
      • Alan Seeger, Instructor in English, effective November 1, 1924.
      • Richard H. Shryock, Instructor in History, effective November 1, 1924.
      • Herbert Weir Smyth, Eliot Professor of Greek Literature, effective September 1, 1925.

The document appears to be a formal record of administrative changes and acquisitions at Harvard College and the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is a page from a Harvard College document, specifically from the year 1924, detailing the appointments, resignations, and other academic activities related to the President and Fellows of Harvard College.

Appointments

  1. Committee on the Regulation of Athletic Sports:

    • Meeting on October 27, 1924, with members appointed for the year 1924-25.
  2. Faculty Members:

    • Henry P. Walcott, A.B., Chairman
    • Various members including Chester Noyes Greenough, Ph.D., Roger Irving Lee, A.B., M.D., and others.
  3. Graduate Members:

    • Roger Irving Lee, A.B., M.D.
    • William John Bingham, A.B.
    • Trustees of the Bingham Fund of Fine Arts for one year from January 1, 1925, including William Surges Bigelow, A.B., M.D.
  4. Tutors in Fine Arts for one year from September 1, 1924:

    • Kenneth John Conant, A.B., M.Arch.
    • Joseph Stanislaus Jablonski, A.B.
    • Charles Louis Kuhn, A.M.
    • Charles Hill Morgan, A.B.
    • Edwin Gates Nash, A.M.
    • Henry Edwards Scott, Jr., A.B.
  5. Assistants for one year from September 1, 1924:

    • Earl Augustus Aldrich, A.M. (Comparative Literature)
    • William Connelly, S.B., A.M. (Greek and Latin)
    • Jared Williams Davis, A.M. (Astronomy)
    • William Andrew Ellis, A.M. (Economics)
    • Joseph James Furlong, A.B. (Chemistry)
    • James Armstrong Mitchell, S.B., A.M. (Astronomy)
    • Harry Benson Watson, S.B., A.M. (Comparative Literature)
  6. Research Fellow in Physiology:

    • Abraham Aaron Roback, Ph.D.

Resignations

  • George Pierce Baker, Professor of Dramatic Literature (effective December 1, 1925)
  • Alan Reed Jewett, Tutor in Fine Arts (effective September 1, 1925)

Notable Academic Activities

  • Fogg Art Museum:
    • The Fogg Art Museum features an exhibition of Egyptian antiquities, including a sarcophagus of the 19th dynasty from the tomb of the High Priest of Amun, Nebamun.
    • The museum also has an exhibition of Italian drawings and engravings, including works by masters such as Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, and Michelangelo.
    • An exhibition of watercolors by Winslow Homer is also mentioned, highlighting a painting titled "Canoe in the Rapids."

Additional Information

  • Dr. Ross and Egyptian Artifacts:
    • Dr. Ross is mentioned for giving a relief of an Egyptian tomb to the Fogg Museum, which is now displayed in the print room.

Notable Figures and Events

  • The page also lists various professors and their academic achievements, such as Thomas Reed Powell, Professor of Law, and his extensive list of publications and academic positions.
  • Herbert Weir Smyth, Eliot Professor of Greek Literature, Emeritus, is noted for his significant contributions to the field.

The document provides a detailed snapshot of academic life and administrative changes at Harvard College in 1924, including faculty appointments, resignations, and notable exhibitions and acquisitions in the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image displays a page from a historical document, likely a record or minutes of a meeting from Harvard College, specifically dated October 27, 1924, and November 24, 1924.

Here are the key points from the image:

  1. Appointments:

    • Committee on the Regulation of Athletic Sports:

      • Members appointed for 1924-25.
      • Faculty members include Henry P. Walcott, A.B., Chairman; Henry Briggs, A.M., LL.D.; Chester Noyes Greenwood, Ph.D.
      • Graduate members include Roger Irving Lee, A.B., M.D.; Benjamin Lorring Young, A.B., LL.B.; William John Bingham, A.B.
    • Trustees of the Bingham of Fine Arts:

      • Appointed for one year from January 1, 1925.
      • Includes William Sturge Bigelow, A.B., M.D.; George Henry Chase, Ph.D.; George Ellsworth Johnson, A.M.
    • Administrative Board of the Graduate School of Education:

      • Thomas Reed Powell, Professor of Law, appointed for the year 1924-25.
    • Faculty of the Graduate School of Business Administration:

      • Members appointed for one year from September 1, 1924, including:
        • William Preston Biddle, A.B., M.B.A.
        • Neil Hopper Horton, A.B., M.B.A.
        • William Dorsey Kennedy, A.B., M.B.A.
        • Charles Edward Merriam, A.B., M.A.
        • Dean Waldo Hubbard, A.B., M.B.A.
    • Tutors in Fine Arts:

      • Kenneth John Conant, A.B., M.A., and others appointed for one year from September 1, 1924.
    • Assistants:

      • Various individuals appointed for one year from September 1, 1924, including:
        • Earl Augustus Aldrich, A.M. (Comparative Literature)
        • Willard Connelly, S.B., A.M. (Greek and Latin)
        • Jared Williams Davis, A.M. (Astronomy)
        • Harry Benson Watton, S.B., A.M. (Comparative Literature)
    • Research Fellows:

      • Abraham Aaron Roback, Ph.D., Research Fellow in Psychology for one year from September 1, 1924.
    • Eliot Professor of Greek Literature:

      • Herbert Weir Smyth, Ph.D., appointed for the year 1924-25.
  2. Resignations:

    • George Pierce Baker, Professor of Dramatic Literature:
      • Effective December 1, 1924.
    • Alan Reed Johnson, Tutor in Fine Arts:
      • Effective September 1, 1925.
    • Other resignations and appointments of secretaries and professors:
      • Herbert Weir Smyth, Elliot Professor of Greek Literature, Emeritus.
      • Other resignations include:
        • Robert Ames, Secretary of the Law School.
        • Herbert Weir Smyth, Elliot Professor of Greek Literature.
        • Various other faculty members, such as George Pierce Baker and others.
  3. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The page includes an article titled "Dr. Ross Gives Egyptian Relief to Fogg Museum," detailing a recent acquisition of an Egyptian relief by Dr. Demar Russell Ross.
    • The relief, representing Pharaoh Seti I, is noted for its excellent state of preservation and its historical significance.
    • The museum also houses other notable works, such as engravings by Albrecht Dürer and prints by Rembrandt, among others.

The document is a detailed record of faculty appointments, resignations, and notable acquisitions within Harvard College and the Fogg Art Museum for the year 1924.

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The image is a page from a Harvard College publication detailing the appointments, resignations, and faculty activities for the academic year 1924.

Appointments:

  1. Meeting on October 27, 1924:

    • Members of the Committee on the Regulation of Athletic Sports for the year 1924-25.
  2. Faculty Members:

    • Henry Pympancher, A.B., Chairman.
    • Members include:
      • William Briggs, A.M., LL.D., Litt.D.
      • Chester Noyes Greenwood, Ph.D.
      • Roger Irving Lee, A.B., M.D.
      • Benjamin Lorring Young, A.B., LL.B.
      • William John Bingham, A.B.
  3. Trustees of the Department of Fine Arts:

    • William Sturge Bishop, A.M., M.D.
    • George Henry Chase, A.B., Ph.D.
    • George Ellsworth Johnson, A.M., Member of the Administrative Board of the Graduate School of Education.
  4. Additional Faculty Appointments:

    • Thomas Reed Powell, Professor of Law, from September 1, 1925.
    • Members of the Faculty of Business Administration for one year starting September 1, 1924.
    • Tutors in Fine Arts for one year starting September 1, 1924.
  5. Assistants:

    • Various assistants appointed for one year starting September 1, 1924, in fields such as Comparative Literature, Greek and Latin, Astronomy, Chemistry, and Economics.

Notable Art and Museum Announcements:

  • Fogg Art Museum:
    • Acquisitions and exhibitions including:
      • A relief by Dr. Deman W. Ross.
      • A significant Egyptian relief from the Hawk of Horus, dating back to the 19th Dynasty.
      • An exhibition of Italian engravings from the 15th to the 19th century, including works by Mantegna, Tintoretto, and others.
      • A modern watercolor painting by Winslow Homer.

Resignations:

  • Effective December 1, 1924:

    • George Pierce Baker, Professor of Dramatic Literature.
    • A.B. (Harvard) to Harvard Law School.
    • Alan Reed Jones, Tutor in Fine Arts.
  • Effective September 1, 1925:

    • Various faculty members including:
      • Robert Cushing Ames, Secretary of the Law School.
      • Herbert W. Smith, Professor of Greek Literature.
      • Herbert Weir Smith, Professor of Greek Literature.
      • Herbert W. Smith, Elliot Professor of Greek Literature.

The document captures the administrative and academic activities and transitions within Harvard College in 1924.

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The image depicts a page from a historical or academic document, likely a report or record from Harvard College, dated November 29, 1924. The contents are divided into several sections, including appointments, meetings, and resignations.

  1. Appointments:

    • The document lists various appointments, such as the election of faculty members and their roles. For example, Henry Rosovsky is appointed as a professor, and several other individuals are noted for their specific roles and departments. The appointments are often accompanied by the date of the meeting when the appointment was approved, such as October 27, 1924, or November 24, 1924.
  2. Meetings:

    • Details of meetings are recorded, including the dates. For instance, a meeting on October 27, 1924, and another on November 24, 1924, are mentioned.
  3. Resignations:

    • The document also lists resignations, specifying the individuals and their positions. For example, George Pierre Baker is listed as resigning from his post as Professor of Dramatic Literature, effective December 1, 1924.
  4. Additional Information:

    • There is a section that mentions the Fogg Art Museum and its recent acquisition of a piece of Egyptian relief, which is described as an important example of Egyptian art. The relief was presented by Dr. Denman W. Ross and is a significant addition to the museum's collection.

The text is formal and precise, typical of academic or institutional records, and the layout is structured with clear headings and dates for easy reference. The document provides a snapshot of the administrative changes and acquisitions at Harvard College during that period.

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The image displays a page from a report or bulletin of Harvard College, dated around the early to mid-1920s. This particular page includes several sections detailing appointments, resignations, trustees, and other administrative updates.

  1. Appointments:

    • Marketing or October 27, 1924:
      • New members of the Committee to Regulate Athletic Sports include John Finley, Jr., Chester Noyes Greenough, and LeBaron Russell Briggs.
      • Faculty members: William L. Langer, Arthur B. Emmons, II, LeBaron Russell Briggs, A. M. A. L. LD., Chester Noyes Greenough, and others.
      • Graduate members: Roger Irving Lee, Benjamin Loring Young, William John Roehmann.
      • Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts for one year starting January 1, 1925: George Harold Edgell, John Templeman Coolidge, George Henry Chase, and others.
      • Thomas Reed Powell appointed as Professor of Law from September 1, 1925.
    • Meetings on November 24, 1924:
      • Members of the Faculty of the Graduate School of Business Administration: Clinton P. Biddle, Neil H. Borden, William L. Crum, among others.
      • Abraham Aron Roback appointed as Research Fellow in Psychology starting from September 1, 1924.
      • Tutors in Fine Arts for the academic year: Kenneth John Conant, Morris Carter, Joseph Hudnut, Charles Louis Kuhn, among others.
      • Assistants for one year from September 1, 1924: Earle Calvert Arbuthnot, William Alexander Jackson, and others.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • Recent acquisitions include a piece of Ptolemaic jewelry, a portrait from the Fayum region, and a significant donation of Egyptian artifacts by Dr. Denman W. Ross.
    • An exhibition of German paintings, featuring works by artists like Albrecht Dürer and Hans Holbein the Younger, is noted.
    • An upcoming exhibition of modern watercolors, primarily from the Windsor Homer collection.
  3. Resignations (effective and accepted):

    • George Philip Baker, effective December 1, 1924.
    • Edward Laurens Mark, effective September 1, 1925.
    • Various other resignations from positions such as Professor of Dramatic Literature, Instructor in Classics, and others.
  4. Additional Notes:

    • The resignation of Edward Waldo Forbes, Director of the Fogg Museum, was requested but he retained his position.
    • Additional resignations from the Law School and other departments.

Overall, the page details a comprehensive list of academic and administrative changes within Harvard College during this period.

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The image shows an old, yellowed book or journal page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings appear to be from a 1924 publication related to Harvard College and the Fogg Art Museum. The content covers:

  1. Appointments at Harvard College, listing members of the Committee on the Regulation of Athletic Sports, Graduate Members, Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts for one year, members of the Faculty of the Graduate School of Business Administration for one year, tutors in Fine Arts for one year, assistants for one year, and a research fellow in Psychology for one year. Names and qualifications are listed in detail.

  2. A report on a recent acquisition by the Fogg Art Museum, describing a beautiful Egyptian relief representing Pharaoh Seti, likely from the 19th dynasty, donated by Dr. Denman W. Ross. It also mentions an exhibit of Italian and German engravings from the 15th century on display, and a painting by Winslow Homer titled "Canoe in the Rapids".

  3. A section on resignations received and accepted, listing individuals who resigned from various academic positions with their titles and dates of service.

The page is dated "Gazette, Nov. 29, '24" at the top in handwritten script. The clippings are neatly pasted and arranged with some creasing and page edge wear visible on the book itself.

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The image shows a scanned document that appears to be an academic or administrative record or report, possibly from Harvard College or University, considering the top header "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE". It contains announcements and records such as appointments, resignations, and listings of faculty and fellows in various academic roles and departments with dates and responsibilities. The document also includes minutiae on donations, such as a reference to the gift of Dr. Denman W. Ross.

The scan captures two adjacent pages, with the left side providing a list of historical appointments, meetings, and the names, degrees, and positions of individuals involved with Harvard. On the right side, a passage discusses an Egyptian bas-relief from the reign of Pharaoh Rameses II, a gift by Dr. Ross, and an exhibition involving Italian and German engravings of the fifteenth century. It also mentions the addition of modern watercolors by Winslow Homer and the transfer of a picture to the Fogg Art Museum.

This image is purely informational with no graphical elements or photographs. It serves as a record of proceedings and decisions made within the institution, such as personnel changes, and gives indications of cultural activities and the growth of the institution's collections.

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This image depicts a page from a historical scrapbook or archival document related to Harvard University. The page is primarily filled with text, comprising various announcements, with some headlines in bold for emphasis.

There are three primary sections:

  1. Appointments: Detailing the various appointments made by the President and Fellows of Harvard College as of October 27, 1924, and November 24, 1924. It lists faculty and administrative positions with names and academic titles. It mentions several committees and individuals across different departments.

  2. Fogg Art Museum: A section labeled "Fogg Art Museum" dated November 21, 1924, announces a recent acquisition, which seems to be an Egyptian relief representing Pharaoh protected by the Hawk of Horus. It describes the origin, donation, and specific details about the relief's history and significance. It also mentions other exhibitions and collections at the museum, including European artists and modern watercolors.

  3. Resignations: This section details various resignations received, listing the individuals and their positions, alongside the dates when their resignations will take effect. Names mentioned include George Pierce Baker, Alan Reed Fishel, Richard Ames, and Herbert Weir Smyth, all of whom were professors or tutors.

An additional note at the top right of the page specifies an article about "Dr. Ross Gives Egyptian Bas-Relief to Fogg Museum," elaborating on the donation and its provenance.

The page shows signs of age, with yellowing paper and a historical style of typesetting, suggesting it comes from a period in the early 20th century.

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The image depicts two pages from a historical document, likely an official record or publication from Harvard College, dated around the mid-20th century. The pages are part of a formal record or bulletin, possibly a university report, minutes, or an annual catalog. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Header: The top of the page reads "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE."
  • Content:
    • The page lists the Meetings of the Committee on the Regulation of Athletics held on October 27, 1924, and November 24, 1924. It includes the names of officers and members of the committee.
    • It also lists Faculty Members, including their titles, such as Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, and Professor.
    • The page continues with the Graduate Members, including names like Roger Irving Lee, A.B., M.D., William John Bingham, A.B., and others.
    • Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts for the year 1924–25 are listed, including William Templeton, George Henry Chase, and George Ellsworth Johnson.
    • Members of the Faculty of the Graduate School of Business Administration for the year 1924–25 are also included, such as Clinton Poston Biddle, Neil Hopper Borden, and William Livermore Kennedy.
    • Tutors in Fine Arts for the academic year 1924–25 are listed, including Kenneth John Conant, Joseph Stanislas Kubala, and Charles Louis Kuhn.
    • Assistants for one year from September 1, 1924, are also mentioned, such as Willard Connelly, Jared Williams Davis, and Harry Benson Watson.

Right Page:

  • Header: The top of the page is titled "Dr. Ross Gives Egyptian Relief to the Fogg Art Museum."
  • Content:
    • The page discusses a significant donation to the Fogg Art Museum by Dr. George Arthur Plimpton. It details the donation of an Egyptian relief depicting the god Pharaoh Ptah, dating from the 18th dynasty, specifically the period of Amenhotep III.
    • The relief is described as part of a series of reliefs at Abydos, and it is noted that this particular piece is a very beautiful example of Egyptian art. The donation is highlighted as a generous gift that will be displayed in the Main Stairway of the museum.
    • The page also mentions an exhibition of Italian and German engravings from the Mezzotinto Collection, curated by Giuseppe Mantenga. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Bartoli, Moechetti, Giulio Campagnola, Mantegna, Bartoli, Masters L. S. Schongauer, and others.
    • Additionally, the page references a modern watercolor painting by Winslow Homer, titled "The Rapids," which was formerly in the Bigelow Collection and was shown in the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, during an exhibition held in 1911.
    • Resignations are listed at the bottom, indicating individuals who have resigned from various positions, such as George Pierce Baker, A.B. Harvard '07, LL.B. '10, and Alan Reed Priest, A.B. '25, Tutor in Fine Arts.

General Observations:

  • The document appears to be a formal record or bulletin, likely from the Harvard University Archives or a similar institutional publication.
  • The pages are typed, with some handwritten annotations visible, such as the date "Nov. 29, 1924" and the signature at the top of the right page.
  • The content reflects the administrative, academic, and cultural activities of Harvard College and its associated institutions, such as the Museum of Fine Arts.
  • The right page emphasizes the cultural significance of the donation and the museum's exhibitions, highlighting the institution's role in preserving and showcasing art.

This document provides insight into the administrative and cultural life of Harvard College during the early 20th century, showcasing both institutional governance and artistic patronage.