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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795058

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or bulletin, specifically from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated December 4, 1924. The page contains several articles and sections:

  1. Dartmouth Head to Be Union Speaker: This article discusses President E. M. Hopkins of Dartmouth College, who will speak at Harvard's Union on Thursday night about the topic "The Relation of a Man's College Education to His Life Work." It mentions that the lecture is the first arranged by the Committee on the Choice of Vocations and that new members of the committee have been announced.

  2. Fogg Art Museum: This section provides information about a recent acquisition at the Fogg Art Museum, an Egyptian relief depicting a Pharaoh protected by the Hawk of Horus, believed to date from the period of Seti I, the 19th dynasty. The piece is described as having been placed on the landing of the main stairway. It also mentions an exhibition of Italian and German engravings of the 15th century, including works by Mantegna, Pollaiuolo, Mocetto, and others, with prints loaned by the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Fogg Art Museum Collection.

  3. Letters on the Resignation: This section contains letters to the editor addressing the resignation of Professor George P. Baker from Harvard. The letters express concern and regret over the resignation, with one letter mentioning Professor Baker's distinguished service for over 30 years and the establishment of the Harvard-Yale football rivalry.

  4. Music and Acoustics: This section announces a series of lectures by Professor Frederick A. Saunders on "The Relations between Acoustics and the Art of Music," scheduled for December 8 and 10.

The page is aged, with yellowing paper and some visible wear at the edges, indicating it is from an older publication.

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This image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page contains a newspaper clipping titled "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER," dated December 1, 1924. The clipping discusses President E.M. Hopkins of Dartmouth College giving a lecture at the Union on the subject of "The Relation of a Man’s College Education to His Life Work." It also mentions the Vocations Committee and new members appointed to the committee.

The right page contains several clippings and handwritten notes. The top clipping is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and discusses a recent acquisition of an Egyptian relief representing Pharaoh protected by the Hawk of Horus. It also mentions an exhibition of Italian and German engravings and a painting by Winslow Homer.

Below this, there is a section from the "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" dated December 4, 1924. It includes letters on the resignation of Professor George P. Baker and a section titled "MUSIC AND ACOUSTICS," which discusses a series of lectures by Professor Frederick A. Saunders on the relations between acoustics and the art of music.

The pages are yellowed, indicating the book is old, and there is a small red mark near the bottom of the right page. The book appears to be a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings and letters.

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This image displays an open, aged copy of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 4, 1924 (Volume 27, Number 3), resting on a neutral surface.

The bulletin is printed on off-white, yellowed paper with visible creases, fold lines, and some minor wear, indicating its age. The layout is characteristic of early 20th-century newspapers or periodicals, with multiple columns of dense, black serif text.

Left-Hand Page (Front Page or Section Header):

  • Main Headline: "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER" — This article announces that President E. M. Hopkins of Dartmouth College will be the featured speaker at a Union event on Thursday night, December 4th, 1924. The topic is “The Relation of a Man’s College Education to His Life Work,” under the auspices of the Committee on the Choice of Vocations.
  • Sub-headline: "TALKS THURSDAY NIGHT"
  • The article details President Hopkins’ background, his role on the new Committee on Vocations (established in 1923 and 1926), and lists its members, including twenty graduates and five undergraduates. It also mentions plans for the committee to mail out questionnaires to alumni.

Right-Hand Page (Pages 326 and 327):

  • Top Article: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
    • This piece reports on a recent acquisition: an Egyptian relief representing Pharaohs protected by the Hawk of Horus, dating from the period of Seti I (19th dynasty).
    • It also announces a new exhibition of Italian and German engravings from the 15th century in the Print Room, featuring works by Mantegna, Pollaiuolo, Mocetto, Giulio Campagnola, Jacopo de' Barbari, Master E. S., and Schongauer.
    • It notes that prints on loan from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts (by Professor Paul J. Sachs and others) and a modern watercolor, "Canoe in the Rapids" by Winslow Homer, have been added to the Fogg Museum Collection.
  • Letter Section: "LETTERS ON THE RESIGNATION"
    • This section contains formal letters to the Editor of the Bulletin responding to the resignation of Professor George P. Baker.
    • A letter from A. Lawrence Lowell (President of Harvard) expresses regret over Professor Baker’s resignation and acknowledges his service.
    • Two additional letters from Steven Hecksher, '96 (Philadelphia) and H. D. Bussnell, '98 offer support and criticism regarding Baker’s resignation and the management of the Workshop, lamenting his departure to Yale and the subsequent loss of the Harvard-Yale football game.
    • A letter from Theodore Simon, '14 (New York City) criticizes the University's management and offers praise for “Percy Wendell” (likely referring to the football coach).
  • Bottom Article: "MUSIC AND ACOUSTICS"
    • This announcement details an upcoming lecture series by Professor Frederick A. Saunders of the Department of Physics on “The Relations between Acoustics and the Art of Music.” The remaining lectures are scheduled for Monday, December 8, and Wednesday, December 10, at 4:30 PM.

The text is printed in a two-column format on the right-hand page, with standard serif typography. The date "Dec. 4, '24" is clearly printed at the top of the right-hand page, confirming the issue date. A small, handwritten date stamp, "Dec 4 1924," is visible on the upper right corner of the right-hand page, likely added later.

In summary, the image captures a historic Harvard alumni publication from 1924, reporting on campus events, museum acquisitions, faculty changes, and upcoming lectures, offering a detailed snapshot of university life at that time.

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The image is of an open book with two pages visible. The left page contains a headline that reads "Dartmouth Head to Be Union Speaker" and an article discussing President Hopkins' upcoming lecture on the relation of a man's college education to his life work. The article mentions the first of a series of lectures by the Vocations Committee and includes a list of names of new members appointed to the committee. The right page contains a headline that reads "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and an article about the Fogg Art Museum's acquisition of an Egyptian relief sculpture from the period of Seti I. The article also mentions an exhibition of Italian and German engravings, as well as a painting by Winslow Homer. The bottom of the page contains letters to the editor, one of which is about Professor Baker's resignation.

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The image depicts an open book with several pages visible. The book appears to be a collection of articles or essays, as it contains multiple sections with distinct headings and content. The pages are yellowed with age, suggesting that the book is quite old.

On the left page, there is a heading that reads "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER," followed by a date, "Dec. 5." Below this heading, there is a paragraph of text that seems to be an announcement or news article. The text is dense and appears to be written in a formal style, typical of academic or institutional publications.

On the right page, there is a heading that reads "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN," followed by another heading that says "LETTERS ON THE RESIGNATION." This page contains several letters written in a formal tone, addressing the resignation of a certain individual, likely a faculty member or administrator, from Harvard University. The letters express various opinions and reactions to the resignation.

Below these letters, there is another section titled "MUSIC AND ACOUSTICS," which seems to be an article or essay on the subject of music and acoustics. The text in this section is also formal and academic in nature.

Overall, the image conveys a sense of historical documentation, likely from an academic or institutional publication, containing news articles, letters, and essays on various topics. The aged appearance of the book adds to its historical significance and the sense of nostalgia it evokes.

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The image shows an open book, likely a historical publication, featuring two facing pages. The left page is titled "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER" and appears to be from a newspaper or bulletin dated December 1, 1924. The content discusses President Hopkins of Dartmouth College, who will give the first of a series of lectures held by the Vocations Committee. The article details Hopkins' background, his role as president of Dartmouth, and mentions his upcoming speech on the subject of "The Relation of a Man’s College Education to His Life." It also provides information about the Vocations Committee, its members, and its purpose.

The right page is titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and contains a letter from Professor Baker to Mr. Baker, dated December 1, 1924. The letter discusses Professor Baker's resignation from Harvard University, expressing his regret and gratitude for his time there. It also includes a response from Stevens Heckscher, who defends Baker's decision to leave, arguing that Harvard graduates could have raised more than the $30 million needed for the university rather than departing opportunities. Additionally, there is a section titled "LETTERS ON THE BULLETIN" where another individual, Theodore Simon, responds to the situation, defending Baker's decision and expressing disappointment with Harvard's handling of the matter.

The right page also includes a section titled "MUSIC AND ACOUSTICS", which announces a series of lectures by Professor Frederick A. Saunders, including topics such as "The Laboratory and the Art of Music" and "The Acoustics on 'The Relations between the two remaining lectures in the series will be given on Monday, December 9, at 4:30 p.m. and Wednesday, December 10, at 4:30 p.m."

The layout and content suggest that this is an archival or historical document, likely from a university alumni bulletin or similar publication, combining news, letters, and announcements. The handwritten markings and annotations on the pages indicate that this is an old, possibly well-preserved copy.

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The image shows a page from an old book or newspaper, with the title "Dartmouth Head to Be Union Speaker" at the top. The page is yellowed and worn, with a few tears and creases.

  • Title and Date
    • The title "Dartmouth Head to Be Union Speaker" is written in large letters at the top of the page.
    • The date "Dec. 1, 1924" is written below the title.
  • Article
    • The article is about President Hopkins giving his first lecture as a member of the Vocations Committee.
    • It mentions that he will speak on the subject of "The Relation of a Man's College Education to His Life Work."
    • The article also mentions that he has just been appointed to the Committee.
  • Other Articles
    • There are several other articles on the page, including one about the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and another about Music and Acoustics.
    • These articles appear to be unrelated to the main article about President Hopkins.
  • Layout
    • The page is divided into columns, with the main article taking up most of the space.
    • The other articles are smaller and are placed in the margins or at the bottom of the page.
  • Overall
    • The page appears to be from an old newspaper or magazine, possibly from the early 20th century.
    • The content suggests that it may have been published during a time of significant change and growth for Dartmouth College.

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The image depicts a page from an old book or magazine, featuring a collection of articles and advertisements. The page is yellowed with age, indicating that it may be several decades old.

Left Side:

  • A headline reads "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER" in bold font.
  • Below the headline, there are several paragraphs of text discussing the upcoming event.
  • To the right of the main article, there is a column of smaller text that appears to be an advertisement for a lecture series.

Right Side:

  • A large article titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" takes up most of the space.
  • The article discusses various topics related to Harvard University, including alumni news, events, and announcements.
  • At the bottom of the page, there is a section titled "LETTERS ON THE RESIGNATION" which appears to be a collection of letters from readers responding to a previous article about a resignation.

Overall:

  • The page has a classic, vintage feel to it, with its yellowed paper and traditional typography.
  • The content suggests that the publication is focused on academic and intellectual topics, with a strong emphasis on Harvard University.
  • The inclusion of advertisements and reader letters adds a personal touch to the publication, making it feel more like a community newsletter than a formal academic journal.

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The image shows a scanned or photographed page from an old book or magazine, specifically the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging.

Key Features:

  • Page Layout: The page is divided into two main sections: a left-hand column and a right-hand section.
  • Left-Hand Column:
    • Contains an article titled "DARTMOUTH HEAD TO BE UNION SPEAKER" in bold font.
    • The article discusses a lecture by President Hopkins of Dartmouth College.
  • Right-Hand Section:
    • Titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" at the top.
    • Features several letters to the editor, discussing various topics related to Harvard University, including the resignation of Professor George P. Baker and the loss of the Brown football game.
  • Visual Details:
    • The page has a worn, aged appearance, with visible creases and discoloration.
    • The text is printed in black ink, with some headings and titles in bold font.
    • The overall design and layout suggest a formal, academic publication.

Context:
The image appears to be a historical document, likely from the early 20th century, given the style of the publication and the content of the articles. The "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" was a regular publication that kept alumni informed about university news and events. The letters to the editor provide insight into the concerns and discussions of the Harvard community during that time.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper or magazine page, featuring two distinct articles.

Article 1: Dartmouth Head to be Union Speaker

  • The article is titled "Dartmouth Head to be Union Speaker" and appears to be from an older publication.
  • It discusses President Hopkins' upcoming lecture at the Union on Thursday night, focusing on "The Relation of a Man's College Education to His Life Work."
  • The article provides details about President Hopkins' educational background and career, highlighting his experience as secretary to the president of Dartmouth for seven years and his subsequent work with various firms in Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia.

Article 2: Harvard Alumni Bulletin

  • The second article is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and features a collection of letters and announcements.
  • One letter expresses regret over Professor Baker's resignation, citing his significant contributions to the University despite some perceived shortcomings.
  • Another section announces the addition of modern color slides to the Fogg Museum Collection, including a painting by Winslow Homer titled "Chano in the Rapids."
  • A list of new members on the Vocations Committee is also provided, along with information about upcoming events, such as a lecture by Professor Frederick A. Saunders on "The Relations between Acoustics and Music."