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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795207

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Sunday Herald Tribune" dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The page includes a main article titled "Swedish Prince Has Uneventful Boston Visit," which details the visit of a Swedish prince to Boston. The article mentions that the prince and Crown Princess Louise of Sweden had a hurried trip to Harvard, where they attended a luncheon with thirty guests at the Fogg Art Museum. The prince and princess then went to the races. The article also describes the visit as uneventful and notes that the prince's motorcade was not met with the usual fanfare.

Additionally, the page includes other smaller articles and notices. One notice on the left side of the page is titled "Events of the Coming Week" and lists various events happening in the upcoming week, including a lecture by Professor George H. Knubel and a concert by the Harvard Glee Club. Another small article discusses the painting of Professor George L. Kittredge's portrait by Bela L. Pratt, which will be presented to Harvard University.

The layout of the page is typical of a newspaper from the era, with multiple columns of text and clear headlines for each article. The text is printed in black ink on a yellowed, aged paper, indicating the document's historical nature.

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated Saturday, June 19, 1926, specifically from the Cambridge Tribune. The page contains two main articles.

Left Side:
The left section details events from the evening of June 18, 1926. It lists several exhibitions at the Cambridge Exhibition Hall, including:

  • The Cambridge Art Club Exhibition.
  • The Drawing Exhibition of the Society of Arts and Crafts, Cambridge.
  • The Children's Museum - Drawings by Children of Cambridge Schools.
  • The Cambridge Women's Art Club Exhibition.
  • The Exhibition of the Society of Arts and Crafts, Cambridge, including works by William Caswell.
  • The Exhibition of the Cambridge Women's Art Club.
  • The Exhibition of the Children's Museum.

It also mentions the painting of Professor George L. Kittredge, a former Harvard professor, who was announced to be hung in the Harvard Club.

Right Side:
The right section features two main headlines and articles:

  1. Headline: "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT"

    • This article recounts the visit of the Swedish royal party to Boston, detailing their hurried schedule and cancellation of several numbers in the Royal Program. The Swedish Prince and Crown Princess were rushed from Boston to Cambridge, where they lunched at the Fenway Court. The article describes the chaotic and rushed nature of their visit, mentioning that the Prince and Princess had to rush to catch the train back to Cambridge, leading to a hurried and less-than-ideal experience.
  2. Headline: "LAST-MINUTE CANCELLATION OF SEVERAL NUMBERS IN THE ROYAL PROGRAM HURRIED HARVARD TRIP"

    • This article provides additional context of the hurried schedule. It mentions that the visit was planned to include luncheon and races but had to be canceled last-minute due to the late arrival of the royal party. The royal party visited Harvard, and the story details the visit's hurried nature, including a brief mention of the Prince's stop at the Harvard Square barber shop.

The page includes a brief note about the Prince’s visit to the University Library, where he was greeted by Provost Lowell and then went to the Harvard Museum. The article concludes with the Prince’s departure to catch the train back to Boston.

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The image shows a newspaper page from the Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The main headline on the page reads "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT." The article details the visit of Prince Gustaf Adolf of Sweden to Boston, mentioning that his schedule included a hurried trip to Harvard, where he had lunch with thirty guests at the Fenway Court. The article also notes that several numbers in the royal program were canceled at the last minute. The Prince's visit to Harvard was uneventful, with the Prince spending more time than planned at the university, including a brief rest in the library. The Prince was accompanied by Princess Sibylla, and the article describes their arrival and brief tour of the Harvard campus, including seeing the statue of John Harvard. The article concludes with the Prince and Princess leaving for New York that evening.

Other sections of the newspaper include references to events such as the opening of the Fogg Art Museum, exhibitions at the Buswell Hall, and the appointment of a new professor at the Harvard Medical School. There is also an announcement about the painting of Professor George L. Kittredge being presented to the university. The page also includes an advertisement for a transcript service. The overall tone of the newspaper is formal, with detailed descriptions of events and a focus on academic and cultural activities.

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The image is a scanned copy of a newspaper page from the Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The main headline reads "Swedish Prince Has Uneventful Boston Visit."

Key Articles and Sections:

  1. Main Article: "Swedish Prince Has Uneventful Boston Visit"

    • Subheading: Last-Minute Cancellation of Several Numbers in the Royal Program
    • The article describes the visit of a Swedish Prince to Boston, which was relatively uneventful. It highlights last-minute changes to the planned itinerary.
    • The prince, along with his entourage, visited Harvard University. The visit included a hurried tour due to time constraints, with some events being canceled or altered.
    • The group was received at the Fogg Art Museum and later attended a luncheon at the Faculty Club.
    • The prince was also supposed to attend the horse races at the Fenway Court but had to leave early due to time pressures.
  2. Article: "HURRIED HARVARD TRIP"

    • The visit to Harvard was brief, with many planned activities either rushed or skipped.
    • The prince and his party toured the campus, visiting the Fogg Museum and the Faculty Club.
    • The prince was shown various parts of Harvard Yard and given a quick overview of the university's history.
  3. Article: "Luncheon to Thirty Guests at the Fenway Court—The Princess Goes to the Races"

    • The article details a luncheon held for the Swedish prince and his party.
    • Princess Louise of Sweden attended the horse races, which was part of the planned but altered schedule.
  4. Cambridge Tribune Column:

    • Includes a brief piece on local happenings and news.
    • Mentions the painting of President George L. Kittredge and its display at the English High School.

Additional Information:

  • The newspaper contains various other small articles and notes about local events and announcements.
  • The tone of the reporting is formal and informative, reflecting the period's journalistic style.

Overall, the newspaper page gives a detailed account of the Swedish prince's visit to Boston and Harvard University, focusing on the adjustments made to the schedule and the activities undertaken.

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The image shows a page from the Cambridge Tribune dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The main article on the page is titled "Swedish Prince Has Uneventful Boston Visit" and discusses the visit of the Swedish Crown Prince Gustaf Adolf to Boston.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Last-Minute Cancellations: Several events in the royal program were canceled last minute, including the visit to Harvard Yard and a luncheon at Fenway Court.

  2. Hurried Harvard Trip: The Crown Prince was supposed to visit Harvard, but the event was canceled. Instead, he was driven quickly to Cambridge, where he visited the Harvard Yard.

  3. Princess Goes to the Races: The Crown Princess Louise went to the races while the Prince was at Harvard.

  4. Events at Harvard: The Crown Prince's visit to Harvard was hurried and included a visit to the Memorial Hall and the Lowell Library, where he was greeted by President Lowell. The Prince also met with a group of students and faculty.

  5. Princess at Fenway Court: The Crown Princess had a luncheon at Fenway Court with thirty guests, which was described as a pleasant and relaxed affair.

  6. Arrival and Departure: The royal party arrived in Boston via the Boston and Maine Railroad and left through the South Station. Their departure was marked by a brief stop at the Fenway Court, where they were hosted by the President of Harvard.

The article provides a detailed account of the Crown Prince's brief and somewhat rushed visit to Boston, highlighting the changes and cancellations that occurred in the royal itinerary.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Cambridge Tribune" dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The headline of the main article is "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT," which describes the visit of the Swedish royal party to Boston and Harvard.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Cancellation of Events: Several events in the royal program were last-minute cancellations, including a luncheon for thirty guests at Fenway Court and the Princess's attendance at the races.

  2. Hurried Harvard Trip: The Swedish Prince and Princess arrived in Cambridge hurriedly, spending only about an hour and a half at Harvard. They were driven directly from Boston by a motorcade of automobiles, arriving at Harvard Yard at around 11 a.m.

  3. Reception at Harvard: The Prince and Princess were met by a number of prominent figures, including President Lowell, and were escorted to the Fogg Museum, where they viewed the art collection. They were also shown the Peabody Museum and the Harvard Library.

  4. Departure from Harvard: The royal party left Harvard Yard after their visit and proceeded to Boston, where they were greeted by a large crowd at the Boston Common. They were driven in an open carriage along Boylston Street, with the Prince waving to the crowd.

  5. Other Events: The article mentions that the Swedish royal party also visited Yale University and Princeton, but the focus is mainly on the events in Cambridge and Boston.

The article is detailed and captures the excitement and logistical aspects of the royal visit, including the Prince's interactions with the public and the Harvard community.

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This image is a photo of a newspaper clipping or a full page from a newspaper dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. The heading of the article is "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT" with a subtitle "Last-Minute Cancellation of Several Numbers in the Royal Program". There is another mention of "HURRIED HARVARD TRIP Luncheon to Thirty Guests at the Fenway Court—The Princess Goes to the Races".

The article appears to discuss the events of a visit by a Swedish prince to Boston and how some scheduled engagements were canceled or altered. These alterations may have led to the visit being described as "uneventful." The article notes a "hurried Harvard trip" suggesting there may have been a brief visit to Harvard University, and mentions the princess attending the races.

The newspaper itself shows signs of age, with yellowed pages and some slight wear at the seams. The text of the article is in English and is aligned in narrow columns, typical for newspapers of that era. There are other smaller articles and texts visible on the page, but most of them are partially obscured or cut off. The photo captures part of an adjacent page from the same publication, the "Cambridge Tribune". It appears this newspaper page or clipping is preserved in a scrapbook or binder, as indicated by the visible edge of the page and the spine of the book or binder.

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The image features a page from a dated publication, most likely a scrapbook or newspaper archive. It comprises two main articles:

  1. On the left side, a small article from the "Cambridge Tribune" dated Saturday, June 19, 1926, with the title "Events of the Coming Week." The article mentions various events such as museum exhibitions and lectures happening in the coming week at Harvard and MIT, including the paintings of Professor George L.M. Kittredge.

  2. The larger article is titled "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT" from the "Transcript" also dated Saturday, June 19, 1926. It details the visit of Crown Prince Gustaf Adolph and Crown Princess Louise of Sweden to Boston. The visit included a hurried trip to Harvard and a luncheon at Fenway Court, attended by thirty guests. The article describes the formalities, last-minute changes to the program, and the sightseeing trip the royal party made through Harvard and Boston.

The page itself shows signs of aging, such as yellowing and browning of the paper, suggesting it is a historical document that has been preserved over time. Both articles are neatly cut out and affixed to the page, indicative of careful archival practices.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings and a hand-written heading. The primary and largest clipping is titled "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT" and discusses the visit of Crown Prince Gustaf and Crown Princess Louise of Sweden to Boston on June 19, 1926. It describes their hurried visit to Harvard, including details about their arrival, the route taken by their automobiles, and some of the day's itinerary such as a luncheon at Fenway Court and a visit to the races. The article mentions the lack of significant public gatherings or disruptions during their visit.

To the left of this clipping is a smaller article related to the painting of Professor George L. Kittridge, a portrait painted by Charles S. Hopkinson for Harvard.

At the top, handwritten in ink, is the title "Transcript Saturday, June 19, 1926."

Above the main article at the top left is a small note titled "Events of the Coming Week," listing exhibitions and events at various Boston museums.

The page overall looks aged with yellowed paper, typical of archival materials. The clippings are neatly affixed to the page.

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The image depicts an open book, likely a newspaper or a journal, with visible text printed on aged, yellowed paper. The book appears to be from the early 20th century, as indicated by the style of the typography and the content.

Key Observations:

Layout and Structure:

  • The book is open to a single page, showing a column of text on the left and a larger headline on the right.
  • The left column contains smaller text, likely news or editorial content, with a structured layout typical of newspapers or journals from that era.
  • The right column features a prominent headline in larger, bold text, drawing attention to a significant story.

Content:

  • Headline: The headline reads:
    "SWEDISH PRINCE HAS UNEVENTFUL BOSTON VISIT"
    This suggests the article is reporting on a visit by a Swedish prince to Boston, emphasizing that the visit was uneventful.

  • Subheadings and Text: Below the headline, there are subheadings and additional text, including:

    • "Last-Minute Cancellation of Several Numbers in the Royal Program"
    • "HURRIED HARVARD TRIP"
    • "Lunch to Thirty Guests at the Fenway Court—The Princess Goes to the Races"

    These subheadings indicate that the article covers various aspects of the prince's visit, such as a last-minute change in plans, a hurried trip to Harvard, and a luncheon followed by a visit to the races.

  • Additional Text: The article includes details about the prince's itinerary, including his arrival, interactions with local figures, and the logistical aspects of the visit. The text mentions specific locations such as Harvard, the Fenway Court, and the races, as well as references to the prince's entourage and local authorities.

Visual Condition:

  • The paper shows signs of aging, with a yellowish tint and slight wear, suggesting it is an old or historical document.
  • The book is bound with visible spines on the right side, indicating it is part of a larger collection or volume.

Handwritten Notes:

  • At the top of the page, there is handwritten text that reads:
    "Transcript Saturday, June 19, 1926"
    This suggests that the page is a transcript or copy of an original document dated June 19, 1926. The handwriting is neat and appears to be a transcription or annotation made later.

Contextual Clues:

  • The mention of "Swedish Prince" and specific locations like Harvard and the Fenway Court places the event in a historical context, likely referring to a royal visit in the early 20th century.
  • The detailed reporting style and structured layout are characteristic of newspapers from that period, focusing on significant public events and their logistics.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a historical newspaper or journal page documenting the visit of a Swedish prince to Boston in 1926. The content highlights the prince's itinerary, including notable events such as a hurried trip to Harvard, a luncheon, and a visit to the races. The aged appearance of the paper and the handwritten transcription note reinforce its historical significance. The article emphasizes that the visit was largely uneventful, despite some last-minute changes to the program.