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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated March 1924. The content includes several sections:

1. Selection of Speakers:

   • It discusses the selection process for speakers for the upcoming Harvard Alumni Association meeting.
   • The announcement calls for the election of a speaker to address the Undergraduate Dinner on the evening of June 25.
   • It outlines the procedure for submitting nominations and voting.

2. The University Register:

   • Announces the publication of the Harvard University Register, Volume 22, which will be available for sale.
   • The register contains information about the officers, faculty, students, and alumni of Harvard University.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards:

   • Lists the recipients of the Rhodes Scholarships for the year, including their names, colleges, and hometowns.
   • Mentions that there were 107 candidates for the 32 scholarships.

4. Address by President Hopkins:

   • President Hopkins of Dartmouth College spoke at the Harvard Union on the topic "The Influence of the College Life on His Life Work."
   • The article summarizes his speech, which emphasized the importance of college experiences and friendships in shaping one's life and career.

5. Art Notes from Boston:

   • Provides updates on various art exhibitions and events in Boston.
   • Mentions an exhibition of Durer engravings at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Highlights a collection of etchings by Whistler at the Copley Gallery.
   • Notes an exhibition of paintings by Pedro Sobrevals at the Grace Horne Gallery.
   • Describes an exhibition of works by the Boston Art Club and the Guild of Boston Artists.

6. Miscellaneous Note:

   • A small note at the bottom left mentions an exhibition of Durer engravings at the Fogg Art Museum, available for viewing in the Print Room.

The page is neatly laid out with clear headings and sections, providing a snapshot of academic and cultural activities related to Harvard University in March 1924.

The image displays a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated December 22, 1924. The page contains several articles and announcements:

1. Selection of Speakers:

   • It outlines a procedure for selecting speakers for the Union. Members of the Union wishing to hear a particular speaker must submit a petition with signatures to the Undergraduate Committee. The committee will then vote on the speaker, and if the majority approves, the speaker's name is forwarded to the Speaker's Committee.

2. University Register:

   • The Harvard University Register, the official publication of Harvard University, is noted for its distribution. The Register will be available before the Christmas vacation and continues to cover organizational activities, undergraduate publications, athletic teams, and other university-related news.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards:

   • Information is provided about the distribution of 32 Rhodes Scholarships. The list includes names of selected students from various colleges and universities, such as Dartmouth College, Columbia University, and the University of Michigan.

4. Address by President Hopkins:

   • Dr. E. M. Hopkins, President of Dartmouth College, addressed the Harvard Union on December 1. His speech is noted for its content on "The Relation of Education to a Man's Work."

5. Art News:

   • Boston Transcript:
     • A mention of the Transcript's exhibition of paintings, including works by John L. Gardner and other artists. The exhibition was well-attended, and the museum's admission charges were noted to be minimal.
   • Fogg Art Museum:
     • A selection from the fine collection of Dürer engravings is on display in the Fogg Art Museum's Prints Room.

6. University Gazette:

   • Details about the Fogg Art Museum's exhibition of Dürer engravings, which is noted as a significant event.
   • An event at the Boston Public Library featuring the Jonas Lie exhibition, which attracted considerable interest.

The overall focus of the page is on educational and cultural activities at Harvard University and surrounding institutions.

The image displays a two-page spread from a publication, likely the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated December 27, 1924. The left page (page 397) contains several sections, including details about the Harvard Union, The University Register, and Rhodes Scholarship Awards. The Harvard Union section discusses the process for inviting speakers, including the roles of various committees and the conditions under which petitions may be granted or denied. The University Register section lists various staff and their roles. The Rhodes Scholarship Awards section lists the recipients of the scholarship.

The right page features various news headlines under the title "Art News." The main article discusses the success of an exhibition at the Boston Museum, which attracted many visitors, including some who came specifically to see the portrait of Mrs. John L. Gardner. The article also mentions the museum's policy of free admission and the positive reactions of visitors. Other news items include an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, an exhibition of paintings by local artists at the Copley Gallery, and an exhibition of early American paintings at the Boston Public Library. The page also includes a note about the Harvard Art Museum's collection of engravings being displayed in the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated February 27, 1937. Here is a detailed summary of its contents:

Sections and Articles:

1. Harvard Alumni Bulletin:

   • Speakers and Committees:
     • The article discusses the election of speakers and committees within the Union at Harvard. The Undergraduate Committee is noted for its efficient organization, with various roles such as the Recording Secretary and the Debating Secretary mentioned.
     • The Union has a structured hierarchy where members can progress from listeners to speakers based on merit.

2. The University Register:

   • This section announces the upcoming publication of the "Harvard University Register" for the academic year 1936-37. It will be available for subscription starting March 10.
   • The Register contains comprehensive listings, including alumni information, clubs, social organizations, and faculty members.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards:

   • Lists the names of recent Rhodes Scholarship awardees from various colleges and universities. Two Harvard undergraduates, John L. Hart and John E. Dowling, are among those named.

4. Art News - Boston:

   • According to the Transcript:
     • The Boston art scene is highlighted, mentioning several exhibitions:
       • The Boston Society of Independent Artists' 14th annual show at Copley Plaza.
       • The Boston Museum of Fine Arts' exhibition of Persian miniatures.
       • An exhibition of the Boston Print Makers at the Boston Art Club.
       • The exhibition of paintings by Lois Mailou Jones at the Grace Horne Gallery.
       • A display of watercolors by Martha G. Newman at Goodspeed's.
       • The Bostonian Society's display of prints and paintings by Eleanor P. Gowen.

5. University Fogg Art Museum:

   • Announces a new exhibition from the Fogg collection of Dürer engravings in the Print Room.

Address to President Hopkins:

• Dr. Ernest Martin Hopkins, President of Dartmouth College, is noted to speak at the Harvard Union on Thursday evening.

Advertisements:

• There is an advertisement for the "Harvard University Register" at the bottom of the page.

Overall, the bulletin provides updates on university activities, notable appointments, and cultural news relevant to Harvard alumni and the broader academic community.

The image displays a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 27, 1924. The page contains several sections and articles:

1. Harvard University Committee on Speakers:

   • The committee, which includes Dr. E. M. Hopkins, President of Dartmouth College, and other members, is tasked with selecting speakers for the Undergraduate Committee on Speakers. The committee has decided that a given speaker will be petitioned by the Undergraduate Committee and that a majority vote is necessary to select a speaker. The committee will also have the authority to change the speaker if necessary, and the members of the committee will be voted upon by the Undergraduate Council.

2. The University Register:

   • The Harvard University Register, priced at $2.50, is mentioned as being ready for distribution before the Christmas vacation. It includes a list of faculty members, such as President A. Lawrence Lowell, Dean of Harvard College, and various professors and lecturers.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards:

   • Two Harvard undergraduates have been awarded Rhodes Scholarships. John L. J. Hart from Denver and Mason Hammond from Nashville are the recipients, along with other awardees from various colleges and universities.

4. Art News:

   • An article discusses the exhibition of French art at the Fogg Art Museum, curated by Mrs. Gardner. The exhibition includes works by artists such as Manet, Monet, Degas, and Renoir. The article also mentions the opening of a new exhibition at the Boston Public Library and a series of lectures by Professor C. N. Greenough.

5. University Fogg Art Museum:

   • A selection from the fine collection of Dürer engravings belonging to the Fogg Art Museum is now on exhibition in the Print Room.

The page is from a publication that was likely sent to alumni for updates on university activities and achievements.

The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically from December 1924, with the page number 397. The page contains two main sections of text:

Left Side:

"Harvard Alumni Bulletin"

1. Selection of Speakers:

   • The Undergraduate Committee has guidelines for selecting speakers.
   • Any member wishing to nominate a speaker must submit their name to the committee in writing.
   • The committee will then decide if the speaker is suitable for a public appearance at Harvard.
   • If the speaker is deemed suitable, the committee will request a written biography and a photograph from the speaker or their representative.
   • The committee will then vote on whether the speaker should be invited to Harvard.
   • The Secretary of the committee will handle the arrangements and votes.

2. The University Register:

   • The Harvard University Register is mentioned, which is an annual publication containing information about the university.
   • It includes a list of faculty members, courses, and other relevant details.
   • The price of the register is $2.50.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards:

   • The list of 507 candidates for the 32 Rhodes Scholarships is distributed among various colleges and universities.
   • The candidates include students from different colleges and universities, with notable names from institutions like Harvard, Yale, Princeton, and others.

4. Address by President Hopkins:

   • Dr. E. M. Hopkins, President of Dartmouth College, gave a speech at Harvard on December 4, 1924.
   • The address was titled "The Relation of Education to a Man's College Education to His Work."
   • The committee for this year will distribute questionnaires to members to gather opinions about the lectures and their usefulness.

Right Side:

"Art News"

1. Boston Exhibitions:

   • The Transcript, a newspaper, reported on a recent art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The exhibition, which featured works from the Fogg Art Museum, included a variety of paintings and sculptures.
   • The exhibition was well-attended, with many visitors showing interest in the artworks.
   • An exhibition of European paintings, including works by artists like Titian and Rembrandt, was also mentioned.
   • A special exhibition at the Boston Public Library featured paintings from the 19th century, including works by Thomas Cole and Winslow Homer.

2. University Fogg Art Museum:

   • An exhibition of fine engravings from the Fogg Art Museum is highlighted, taking place in the Print Room.

The page also contains a small note at the bottom left indicating that the image is from the University Gazette dated December 17, 1924.

The image shows a scanned page from what appears to be an old document or publication. Specifically, it is page 397 of the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin". The page is somewhat yellowed with age, indicating that the document is likely historic or archival.

The text on the page is dense and primarily in a small, serif font, organized into several columns. There are various headings including "THE UNIVERSITY REGISTER", "RHODES SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS", "ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT HOPKINS", and a section from "ART NEWS, DEC. 27, '24", presumably referencing December 27, 1924.

The "ART NEWS" section discusses exhibitions and events related to art, mentioning places like the Fogg Art Museum and the Boston Public Library. It also references several artists and pieces, including a "Dürer engraving" collection, which implies historical and cultural content.

Additionally, there is a hand-written note at the top of the page that says "Terrell" and a label affixed towards the bottom that reads "FOGG ART MUSEUM Dec. 27, '24", suggesting that this page may have been part of a record or reference pertaining to the Fogg Art Museum on that date.

The document's condition is overall good, although it shows signs of wear typical for paper of its age. It's bound on the left edge, indicating it is part of a bound volume of collected pages.

The image is a photographed page from a magazine or journal, specifically labeled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," page number 397. The date "Feb 28 1924" appears handwritten in the top margin. Various articles and notices are on this page, detailing speeches, exhibitions, and awards related to Harvard University.

Key sections on the page include:

1. Address by President Hopkins: Dr. E. M. Hopkins, President of Dartmouth College, spoke at Harvard on December 4th about "The Role of a Man's College Education to His Life Work."

2. The University Register: Information about the Harvard University Register, described as "Who's Who" of Harvard, will be distributed after Christmas vacation.

3. Rhodes Scholarship Awards: Lists 32 recipients among Harvard's undergraduate and one graduate student, with detail about the selection commendation.

4. Exhibition Notices: Several cut-out notices are pinned near the bottom of the page. They describe various exhibitions, including:

   • Dürer engravings at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Boston Art News mentioning exhibitions and art collections.
   • The withdrawal of certain artwork from Boston institutions and details of others on display such as "The Dying Bohemia" by the late Ehrlich Gallery.

The page also includes handwritten annotations and cut-out notices pasted onto the page, providing extra information about art exhibitions and upcoming events at Harvard.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook or an album that contains various clippings and typed text relating to Harvard University and Boston cultural events circa 1924.

The main clipping in the center is from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated December 8, 1924, featuring an address by President E. M. Hopkins of Dartmouth College on "The Relation of a Man’s College Education to His Life Work." It mentions the formation of a committee to distribute questionnaires among Harvard senior and junior classes about business and professional life opportunities and lists committee members including professors and deans.

Below this is a small clipping titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM Dec. 27, '24," which notes that a selection from the fine collection of Dürer engravings at the Fogg Art Museum is now on exhibition in the Print Room.

To the right is a clipping from "Art News, Dec. 27, ’24" titled "BOSTON." It reports on the soon-to-open Fenway Court or the Henry Lee and Fogg Art Museums transitioning to public access with new admission policies, upcoming exhibitions, and art events. It mentions Mrs. John L. Gardner’s donation, the reduction of admission fees, the Texas exhibition, and other art activities in the Boston area, including local artist exhibitions and the Grace Horne Gallery.

The page is held in place by corners of clear plastic photo corners, indicating it has been preserved carefully. Some edges of the clippings show slight aging and wear, consistent with the date range from the 1920s. Overall, the contents highlight academic and cultural events, scholarships, and art exhibitions relevant to Harvard and Boston during that era.

The image is of a vintage magazine or newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 1924. It features several articles and announcements, including:

1. Harvard Alumni Bulletin Announcement: This section includes information about the Harvard University Register, "Who's Who at Harvard," which will be available for sale at $2.50. It also mentions the Rhodes Scholarships recipients for the year.

2. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition: A selection of fine engravings from the collection of the Fogg Art Museum is being exhibited in the Print Room.

3. Art News: This section provides updates on art exhibitions and events. It mentions:

   • An exhibition of watercolors by Lois Meyneill at the Copley Gallery.
   • An exhibition of paintings by Pedro Subercaseaux at the Boston Public Library.
   • An exhibition of prints by Boris Anisfeld at the Boston Art Club.
   • An exhibition of jewelry by Martha Gertrude Peet at the Society of Arts and Crafts.
   • An exhibition of block-printed textiles by Elwyn G. Gowan at the Vose Gallery.

4. General Gardner Museum: This section reports on the General Gardner Museum at Fenway Court, which has reduced its admission fee to 50 cents for a fairly private collection of European paintings.

The clipping is placed on a beige background and is slightly yellowed, indicating its age. The text is printed in black ink and includes a mix of formal and informal language, reflecting the style of the era.