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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795115

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The image is a page from the "Crimson" newspaper, dated May 18, 1925. It is aged with yellowed paper, indicating it is a historical document. The page header reads "Crimson" in large, bold letters, followed by the publication number "925" and the price "FIVE CENTS" at the top.

The main headline on the page is "C. C. STILLMAN '98 ENDOWS PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY," which discusses the establishment of a professorship in poetry at Harvard University, given in memory of Professor Charles Eliot Norton. The article explains that the donor, C. Chauncey Stillman, has endowed the position to recognize Professor Norton's service and influence. It elaborates on the broad interpretation of "poetry" used in the endowment, including verse, music, and fine arts, and mentions the intended recipients of the position.

Below the main article, there is a smaller piece titled "Norton's Work An Inspiration," which appears to be a tribute to Professor Norton written by former Ambassador Bryce. It discusses the impact of Norton's work and his influence on the students.

On the right side of the page, there are two additional articles. One is titled "Herald May 7, 1925," and the other is "Art Exhibitions," which lists various art exhibitions held in different galleries and museums as of May 1925.

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This image shows an open book or scrapbook with several newspaper clippings from 1925 pasted inside. The primary clipping on the left side is from "The Crimson," dated May 18, 1925, and priced at five cents. The headline reads, "C. C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry." The article discusses the endowment of a chair in poetry at a university in honor of Professor Charles Eliot Norton. It mentions that the term "poetry" is used in its broadest sense, including verse, music, and fine arts. The article also refers to President Eliot's tribute to Professor Norton.

On the right side, there are two additional clippings. The top clipping is from "The Gazette," dated May 23, 1925, and discusses the Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club Summer Institute in the Fine Arts at Princeton University. The bottom clipping is from "The Herald," dated May 1925, and lists various art exhibitions. The page is numbered "Page Nineteen" and includes information about different art galleries and museums, such as the Boston Art Club, Museum of Fine Arts, and Pogg Art Museum, among others.

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This image displays an open, aged copy of the student newspaper Crimson, dated May 18, 1925. The paper has a yellowed, vintage appearance, consistent with its age. The visible pages are numbered 928 (left page) and PAGE NINETEEN (right page).

The newspaper is printed in a traditional, multi-column layout with black ink on the yellowed newsprint. Several handwritten annotations in ink are visible on the pages, indicating dates such as “May 23, ’25” and “May 7, 1925,” as well as the word “Herald” on the right-hand page.


Left Page (Page 928):

  • Headline: The masthead reads “Crimson” in a large, bold serif font. Below it, the date “May 18, 1925,” and the price “PRICE FIVE CENTS.”
  • Main Headline:C. C. STILLMAN ’98 ENDOWS PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY
    • The subhead clarifies: “Chair Given in Recognition of Professor Charles Eliot Norton’s Services.”
    • A smaller sub-headline under this is: “POETRY IN WIDEST SENSE,” followed by “Includes Verse, Music, and Fine Arts—Donor Was Buyer of Beck Hall and Catholic Church.”
    • The article details the endowment of a Chair of Poetry at Harvard in memory of Professor Charles Eliot Norton, endowed by C. C. Stillman ’98.
    • The article explains that the chair is intended to cover “Poetry” in its broadest sense—encompassing verse, music, and fine arts.
    • It includes quotes from Professor Norton praising his own work, and a tribute from President Eliot, who notes Norton’s significant influence over Harvard students’ “taste, their intellectual and moral interests, and their ideas of genuine success and true happiness.”

Right Page (Page Nineteen):

  • Top Article: “HARVARD-PRINCETON FINE ARTS CLUB”

    • Announces a “Summer Institute in the Fine Arts at Princeton University” from August 24 to September 19, under the auspices of the Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club.
    • Mentions Professor Michael Ivannovitch Rosetorff of the University of Wisconsin as the primary lecturer, who will conduct two courses, a lecture course, and a seminar.
    • Provides instructions for applications to be sent to the Secretary-Treasurer, A. M. Friend, at McCormick Hall, Princeton University, before June 1.
    • Notes that further information can be obtained from Professor Sachs at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Mid-Page Ad/Announcement: “PRINCETON HOLDS SUMMER SCHOOL”

    • This is a smaller box announcing an invitation from the Fine Arts Department for advanced students to attend a special course at Princeton University. It reiterates the dates (August 24 to September 19) and the lecturer, Professor Mikhail Ivannovitch Rosetorff.
    • It also provides the same contact information (A. M. Friend, Princeton) and mentions that applications can be obtained from Professor Sachs at the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Bottom Article: “Art Exhibitions”

    • This section lists several art exhibitions.
    • Museum of Fine Arts - Paintings by John Singer Sargent, etchings by Rembrandt, and watercolors.
    • Fogg Art Museum - Paintings by Lewis H. H. F. L. W. D. G. (names are partially cut off).
    • Grace Horner Gallery - Watercolors by Laura Macomber Walker.
    • Copley Gallery - Spring exhibition including paintings by H. A. Crisp.
    • Boston City Club - Paintings by George A. Roseman.

Overall Description:

This is a historical document from May 1925, capturing news of cultural and academic developments at Harvard and Princeton. The front-page story focuses on a major endowment in the arts at Harvard, while the right page details summer programs and current art exhibitions in the Boston area. The paper’s condition and handwritten notes suggest it was a personal copy, carefully kept and annotated by its owner.

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The image is of a newspaper titled "Crimson" with two articles on the page. The first article is titled "C. C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry" and discusses how C. C. Stillman has endowed a professorship of poetry in memory of Professor Charles Eliot Norton. The article mentions that the chair will be given to the professor to deliver public lectures and that the details of tenure for the chair are yet to be determined. The second article is titled "Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club University" and discusses the Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club University, which will be held from August 24 to September 19, 1925. The article mentions that the lectures for the session will be conducted by Professor Michael Ivanovitch Rostovtzeff of the University of Wisconsin, who will conduct two courses, a lecture course, and a seminar.

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The image shows an old newspaper page with a title at the top that reads "Crimson" in bold letters. Below the title, there are various articles, each with its own heading. The first article is titled "C. C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry." It discusses the endowment of a professorship in poetry by C. C. Stillman, class of 1898. The second article is titled "Chair Given in Recognition of Professor Charles Eliot Norton's Services." It talks about a chair being given in recognition of Professor Charles Eliot Norton's services. The third article is titled "Poetry in Widest Sense," which includes verse, music, and fine arts. It mentions Beck Hall and Catholic Church. The fourth article is titled "Princeton Holds Summer School," which is about a summer school held by Princeton University. The fifth article is titled "Art Exhibitions," which lists various art exhibitions.

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The image shows an open page from a historical publication titled "Crimson," dated May 18, 1925, with a price of five cents. The page is from the Princeton University Fine Arts Club and is labeled as Page Nineteen. The content is a mix of news articles and announcements related to academic and artistic activities at Princeton University.

Key Details on the Page:

Left Column:

  1. Headline:
    "C. C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry"

    • This article announces the establishment of a professorship of poetry named after Charles Eliot Norton, a former professor and ambassador to Italy.
    • The professorship is endowed by C. C. Stillman '98 in memory of Professor Norton.
    • The chair is intended to honor Norton's legacy and contributions to literature and fine arts.
    • The article emphasizes that the term "poetry" is interpreted broadly to include verse, music, and fine arts, and that the donor, Beck Hall, was a buyer of Norton's works.
    • The chair is to be held by a professor who will deliver public lectures annually.
  2. Subheading:
    "Chair Given in Recognition of Professor Charles Eliot Norton's Services"

    • This reinforces the purpose of the endowed chair as a tribute to Norton's contributions.
  3. Additional Text:

    • Mentions Norton's work as an inspiration to many, including the former Ambassador to Italy, Myron E. Pruyn, who wrote to express his admiration for Norton's friendship and contributions.
    • The article highlights Norton's influence on students and his lasting impact on the university.

Right Column:

  1. Headline:
    "Summer Institute in the Fine Arts at Princeton"

    • This section announces a summer program in the fine arts at Princeton University, held from August 24 to September 15.
    • The program is under the direction of Professor Mikhail Ivanovich Rostovtzeff, who will conduct two courses: a lecture course and a seminar.
    • Applications must be submitted by June 1, and further particulars can be obtained from Professor Sachs at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Additional Announcements:

    • "Princeton Holds Summer School of Fine Arts"
      • Mentions that advanced students in the fine arts department have joined the summer program.
      • The program will run from May 21 to June 7, and participants will attend a special course offered by Professor Sachs.
    • Art Exhibitions:
      • Lists several art exhibitions and events, including:
        • Exhibitions by Fine Arts-Paintings, Sculpture, Drawings, Etchings, Prints, etc.
        • Exhibition of British Art at the Fogg Art Museum
        • Gallery of Embroidery
        • Gallery of Paintings by George Bellows
        • Gallery of Drawings Made by American Artists
        • Exhibition of Drawings by George Bellows
        • Exhibition of Drawings by George Bellows at the Fogg Art Museum

Visual Elements:

  • The page has a vintage, aged appearance with yellowed paper and slightly faded text, typical of early 20th-century print media.
  • The layout includes typed text with clear headings and subheadings, typical of newspaper or magazine formatting of the era.
  • There is a handwritten note at the top right corner that reads:
    "May 7, 1925" and "Page Nineteen", likely added by someone reviewing or cataloging the document.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from the Crimson, a publication from May 18, 1925, detailing significant academic and artistic events at Princeton University. The main focus is on the establishment of a Professorship of Poetry endowed by C. C. Stillman '98 in honor of Charles Eliot Norton, along with announcements of a Summer Institute in the Fine Arts and various art exhibitions. The page reflects the cultural and educational activities of the time, highlighting the university's commitment to the arts and literature.

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  • A scanned page from an old scrapbook or bound volume.
  • It features clippings from The Crimson (Harvard’s newspaper) dated May 18, 1925, price five cents.
  • The left side has a large headline: “C. C. STILLMAN ’98 ENDOWS PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY,” with a subheading about recognizing Charles Eliot Norton’s services and other columns about poetry, verse, music, and fine arts.
  • The right side contains smaller clippings about the Harvard–Princeton Fine Arts Club, summer institutes, and art exhibitions, with a handwritten note “Harvard May 1925” and a stamped “PAGE NINETEEN.”
  • The page is yellowed and aged, with the clippings pasted into a brown, bound scrapbook.

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This is a scan of a newspaper page from The Crimson dated May 18, 1925, priced at five cents. The page contains multiple articles and notices, primarily regarding academia, poetry, and fine arts. The headline article is about C.C. Stillman endowing a "Professorship of Poetry" in honor of Professor Charles Eliot Norton.

Key features:

  1. Headline Article: The largest text in the layout announces "C.C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry," discussing poetry in a wide sense, encompassing verse, music, fine arts, and architecture.
  2. Additional Notices: Articles about Harvard-Princeton collaborative events in the fine arts and summer schools are also present.
  3. Marginal Notes: Handwritten notes and clippings are pasted on the right-hand side.
  4. Specific Keywords: Mentions the involvement of Harvard University, Princeton University, and their respective contributions to the arts and academia. There's also a reference to Professor Sachs at Harvard and Professor Michael Ivanovich Rostovtzeff from the University of Wisconsin, giving lectures as part of these initiatives.

The overall design includes columns of dense text typical of newspapers from this era.

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This is an image showing an open newspaper or magazine page. It appears to be a historical document due to the yellowing of the paper and the style of text. The name "Crimson" is at the top of the page, which might indicate that this is an issue of the Harvard Crimson, the daily student newspaper of Harvard University. The date "May 18, 1925" and the price "PRICE FIVE CENTS" are also visible at the top.

The main article is titled "C. C. STILLMAN '98 ENDOWS PROFESSORSHIP OF POETRY" with a subtitle "Chair Given in Recognition of Professor Charles Eliot Norton's Services." This article discusses a donation made to endow a professorship in poetry. Other visible text includes discussions of Norton's Work, Poetry in the Widest Sense, an event related to the "HAYARD-PRINCETON FINE ARTS CLUB," and details of an "Art Exhibition" mentioning various kinds of artworks and formats, such as portraits, sketches, etchings, and other techniques or themes.

The page seems to be carefully preserved, likely due to its historical significance, and it is indicative of the educational and cultural activities of the time period. The physical condition of the paper, such as the slight tears and the foxing (browning and age spots), suggest that this is an original print rather than a reproduction.

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This is an image of a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings. The largest clipping is from the "Crimson" dated May 18, 1925, with the headline "C. C. Stillman '98 Endows Professorship of Poetry." It details how Mr. C. Chauncey Stillman endowed a chair of Poetry at the University in memory of Professor Charles Eliot Norton, discussing the broad definition of poetry that includes verse, music, fine arts, and architecture.

Other clippings include an announcement about the Harvard-Princeton Fine Arts Club's Summer Institute in Fine Arts at Princeton University, dated May 23, 1925. There is also a short clipping, dated May 7, 1925, detailing various art exhibitions, listings, and locations. At the bottom of the page, a clipping from May 21, 1925, discusses the Princeton Fine Arts Department's invitation to attend a special summer course.

The overall aesthetic is vintage, with yellowed paper indicating the age of the clippings, and the layout is typical of scrapbook designs with items pasted close together.