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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795215

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The image is a newspaper page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated Thursday, June 24, 1920. The main headline reads "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." The page is part of the "School and College Commencement Section."

The layout includes several photographs and a detailed article. The photographs depict various buildings and scenes from Harvard University. The images showcase the architectural landscape of the campus, including dormitories and other academic buildings.

The article discusses the progress of Harvard's building program, highlighting the construction and development of new facilities on campus. It mentions the work done by President Lowell and the Board of Overseers, as well as the financial contributions made by donors. The article also describes the impact of these new buildings on the university's infrastructure and academic environment.

Overall, the page provides a historical snapshot of Harvard University's expansion and development efforts at the end of the 1919-1920 academic year.

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The image shows a historical newspaper page from the "Boston Evening Transcript," dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. It is a special "School and College Commencement Section" focusing on Harvard University.

The front page of this section features the headline "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." The layout includes several photographs and illustrations:

  1. Top Left: A panoramic view of the Harvard campus, showcasing a wide range of buildings and the Charles River in the foreground.
  2. Top Right: A detailed view of a section of the campus, likely showing some of the newer buildings or ongoing construction.
  3. Middle Left: A circular photograph of a large building, likely a dormitory or academic building, with a significant amount of architectural detail.
  4. Middle Right: An illustration of a prominent building, possibly a historic structure on campus, with a detailed facade and chimneys.
  5. Bottom Left: Two smaller images; one shows a view of a building framed by trees, and the other appears to show a close-up of a courtyard or garden area with a fountain.

The article provides updates on Harvard's building projects, which were likely part of the expansion and modernization efforts during that period. The text mentions various aspects of the construction and the significance of the buildings to the university's operations and academic life. There is also a smaller inset article at the bottom right corner, detailing a specific building or event related to Harvard's activities.

The overall tone of the section is informative and celebratory, highlighting the progress and achievements of Harvard University during the academic year.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Thursday, June 24, 1909. The focus of the clippings is on Harvard University's building program and its progress as the academic year ends.

The front page of the newspaper includes a large headline titled "Harvard's Building Program," accompanied by several photographs depicting various parts of the Harvard campus. The images include:

  • An expansive view of the Harvard campus, showing a panoramic view of the buildings and landscape.
  • A closer view of a building under construction, likely part of the expansion efforts.
  • A photograph of a building labeled as "The Memorial Hall."
  • Additional smaller images of campus buildings and grounds.

The clippings also cover a section titled "Commencement Section," which includes information and pictures related to Harvard's commencement ceremonies. There are detailed articles and smaller images showing the commencement events, including the processions and the buildings involved.

The layout of the newspaper is divided into sections, with the main article on Harvard's building program spanning multiple columns and pages. The photographs are integrated within the text, providing a visual account of the construction and academic activities at Harvard University. The newspaper also includes a smaller inset with a continuation of the story or additional details, likely a follow-up on the building program or commencement events.

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This image features a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript dated June 24, 1906. The headline reads, "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends," indicating a focus on the construction and development activities at Harvard University.

The newspaper page is divided into sections, with a prominent emphasis on the school and college commencement section. Several images are included:

  1. The top left corner shows a panoramic view of a campus area, likely Harvard’s, with buildings and surrounding landscapes.
  2. Below the panoramic view, there is an oval image of a large building that appears to be one of the older Harvard structures, possibly a dormitory or a hall of residence.
  3. To the right of the oval image, there is another photograph of a building that looks like a more modern architectural style compared to the older structure in the oval.

There are also smaller inset photographs:

  • One inset at the bottom left corner depicts a tree-lined street or pathway, possibly part of a campus walkway.
  • Another inset at the bottom right corner shows an exterior view of what looks like a historical building with a large, classical facade.

The main text discusses the various aspects of the building program, mentioning specific projects and their progress. It highlights the construction and renovation efforts undertaken during the academic year, likely aimed at enhancing the facilities available to the students and faculty.

Overall, the article provides a snapshot of the significant developments and infrastructural improvements Harvard was undertaking at the time.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper, the Boston Evening Transcript, specifically the "School and College Commencement Section" from Thursday, June 24, 1926. The front page is devoted to articles and photographs related to the conclusion of the academic year and the commencement ceremonies at various institutions, with a particular focus on Harvard's building program.

The layout of the page includes several black and white photographs and illustrations. The prominent headline reads "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends," suggesting that the university is making progress with construction projects even as the school year concludes. Below this headline, there are multiple images of buildings, likely part of the new construction or notable structures at Harvard.

The photographs are accompanied by detailed captions, and there is a significant amount of text providing further context and information about the developments. The images and text together convey a sense of the institutional advancements and the commemoration of academic achievements.

The newspaper is slightly yellowed and shows signs of age, adding to its historical charm. The condition of the paper suggests it has been well-preserved considering its age.

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The image is a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" newspaper, dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. It is part of the "School and College Commencement Section."

The headline on the page reads: "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends."

Several photographs accompany the article:

  1. A panoramic view of Harvard's campus, showing a broad landscape with various buildings along the Charles River.
  2. An image of the Semitic Museum building.
  3. An architectural illustration of a planned or existing building (possibly the Harkness Commons).
  4. An image of a large, multi-story building which appears to be part of the Harvard campus.
  5. A smaller photograph of a tree-lined street labeled "Widener Library."

The article text is extensive and discusses various aspects of Harvard University's building program. It includes details on new constructions, expansions, and renovations, mentioning specific buildings like:

  • The President's House
  • The Semitic Museum
  • New dormitories and other structures

The article also highlights the contributions of donors, such as Edward S. Harkness, and provides a detailed account of how these buildings fit into the broader development of the campus. Additionally, there are smaller segments related to historical facts and possibly other university-related news.

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This image shows an open newspaper spread titled "Boston Evening Transcript." The top of the page indicates that it is from the "School and College Commencement Section" and is dated Thursday, June 24, 1926.

The headline of the main article reads "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends," suggesting the article is about the development and construction activities at Harvard University at the time. There are several photographs within the spread, including what appears to be historic buildings, possibly part of the Harvard campus or related construction. The photographs show different angles of buildings and surroundings, offering a glimpse into the architectural styles and campus environment of the era.

The body of the article contains several columns of text, but the words are too small to read in this image. The pages seem yellowed with age, and there’s visible creasing and wear, suggesting the physical newspaper is quite old.

To the left side of the spread, part of another page of the newspaper is visible, also with aging and wear evident, but without any discernible details about its content.

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This image depicts a section from an old newspaper titled the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated June 24, 1926. The section is labeled "School and College Commencement Section."

The headline of the page reads, "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." Accompanying the headline are several black-and-white photographs showing different views of Harvard University buildings and the surrounding area.

There are four distinct images:

  1. The top photograph appears to be a panoramic view of Harvard's buildings as seen from across the water.
  2. The lower left oval photograph shows a brick building with chimneys.
  3. The lower right rectangular photograph features a large building surrounded by trees.
  4. Towards the bottom center, there is another smaller photograph depicting another building partly obscured by trees.

There is also an article on the lower left part of the page with text describing Harvard's building program, including a mention of donations and the upcoming construction projects.

The newspaper is aged with visible yellowing, indicative of its old publication date. There is a tear in one of the photographs in the lower section, and some corners of the pages are slightly bent or worn.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript. The clipping features a headline that reads "SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COMMENCMENT SECTION" and a subheading "Boston Evening Transcript." Below the headline is a photo collage featuring various images of buildings, including Harvard University's buildings. The clipping is placed on a gray surface, and the edges of the paper are slightly torn, indicating that it has been removed from a larger publication.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping that appears to be from the Boston Evening Transcript, with the date June 24, 1926, printed on it. The clipping is torn and has a few creases. The headline reads "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." There are several photographs of buildings and construction sites, along with some text describing the progress of Harvard's building program.