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This image shows a page from a historical newspaper titled "Boston Evening Transcript," dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. The section is labeled "School and College Commencement Section," and it appears to be a special edition covering the academic year's completion and activities, specifically focusing on Harvard's building program.

The page contains several photographs and articles. The photographs include:

1. A panoramic view of a campus with buildings and a river in the background.
2. A close-up of a campus building with trees and a road.
3. An oval-shaped photo of a different section of the campus with a row of buildings and a large tree in the foreground.
4. A close-up of a long, brick building with rows of windows, likely part of the university's main structure.

The accompanying text discusses Harvard's building program, the progress of academic year activities, and mentions the formation of new quadrangles as part of President A. Lawrence Lowell's Yard Building Scheme. It also touches on the construction of new dormitories, the new Fogg Museum, and the cloistering of the Harvard Yard to mitigate noise from Massachusetts Avenue traffic.

The newspaper seems well-preserved, with a yellowed tone indicating its age. The text and photographs suggest this was a significant time for Harvard's development and expansion.

This image is a vintage newspaper spread from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. The section is titled "School and College Commencement Section" and focuses on Harvard University's building program at the end of the academic year. The layout includes both text and several photographs, which are labeled and described in the accompanying captions.

Key Features:

1. Headline and Title:

   • The main headline reads: "Harvard’s Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends."
   • The newspaper's name, "Boston Evening Transcript," is prominently displayed at the top.

2. Photographs:

   • There are four large photographs, each labeled with a number and a description:
     1. The fourth unit of President A. Lawrence Lowell's building plan, the Business School group.
     2. McKinlock Hall, the new addition to the Freshman Dormitory group on the Charles River.
     3. Straus Hall, another dormitory.
     4. The new Fogg Museum on Quincy Street.

3. Text:

   • The text discusses the construction and progress of various buildings at Harvard University.
   • It mentions the formation of new quadrangles, the protection of the yard from the noise of Massachusetts Avenue traffic, and the plans for the new dormitories and library.
   • Specific details about the design and construction of the buildings are provided, including the use of red brick and the layout of the interiors.

4. Design Elements:

   • The page includes decorative elements such as small illustrations of books and leaves around the photographs.
   • The text is arranged in columns, typical of newspaper layouts.

5. Condition:

   • The newspaper appears to be aged, with a yellowed, slightly brittle look, indicating its historical nature.
   • The page is folded, and the crease is visible in the middle.

Overall, the image provides a detailed look at the architectural and planning efforts at Harvard University during the 1920s, as reported in a local newspaper.

This image displays a vintage, sepia-toned newspaper page from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Thursday, June 24, 1920.

The page is titled the "SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT SECTION" and features an article focused on Harvard University.

Headline & Main Topic:

The primary headline reads:

Harvard’s Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends

This suggests the article discusses ongoing construction and expansion projects at Harvard during that period.

Visual Content:

The page is richly illustrated with several black-and-white photographs of Harvard buildings and campus scenes:

1. Top Panoramic Photo: A wide-angle view of the Harvard campus, showing multiple buildings, a river (likely the Charles River), and construction cranes, indicating active development.

2. Circular Inset Photo: Located on the left, this shows a long, multi-storied brick building (likely a dormitory or academic hall) with a grassy courtyard in front and people walking nearby. The caption mentions “Formation of New Quadrangles” and “Architectural Group.”

3. Right-Side Photo: A detailed view of a large, traditional brick building with numerous windows and a central entrance flanked by columns — characteristic of Harvard’s Georgian or Collegiate Gothic architecture.

4. Bottom Photo: A tree-lined path or walkway, giving a sense of the campus’s landscaped environment.

Text Content:

Below the photographs is dense text, organized into columns. The article begins with a large “T” and discusses topics such as:

• The formation of “New Quadrangles” to expand campus housing.
• The “Architectural Group,” likely referring to a group of buildings or a design style.
• Specific projects, including “Hollis Hall” and a “New Building for the Law School.”
• Progress on the “President Lowell’s First Building Scheme,” as part of the “Project of Protecting the Yard from the State of Massachusetts.”

Physical Condition:

The newspaper page appears aged — yellowed with some creases, tears, and tape repairs, especially near the fold, indicating it is part of an old scrapbook or bound collection. The top left corner reveals the edge of other similarly aged pages tucked underneath.

Summary:

This is a historical newspaper clipping showcasing Harvard University’s campus development in 1920, featuring architectural photos and detailed reporting on construction efforts tied to academic expansion and campus beautification. It serves as a snapshot of early 20th-century university growth and planning.

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.

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.

The image shows a page from a historical newspaper titled "Boston Evening Transcript", dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. The page is divided into two main sections: "School and College" and "Commencement Section".

Top Section:

• Headline: "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends"
• Visual Elements:
  • A photograph of a cityscape with buildings, possibly a university campus, and a body of water in the background. This suggests an urban setting, likely near a river or harbor.
  • The photograph appears to depict a panoramic view of the area, showing structures that could be academic or institutional buildings.

Middle Section:

• Left Side:
  • A circular illustration of a large, historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple stories, chimneys, and a symmetrical design. This building is likely part of Harvard University's campus.
  • The illustration is labeled with the number "36", possibly indicating its significance or location within the campus.
• Right Side:
  • A photograph of another historic building, also with classic architecture, including a pitched roof, multiple windows, and a well-maintained lawn. This building appears to be part of the same campus, possibly a dormitory or administrative structure.

Bottom Section:

• Left Column:
  • Textual Content: The left column contains an article with dense, typeset text. The headline begins with "The Harvard Design", suggesting a discussion about architectural plans or campus development. The text appears to be descriptive, possibly detailing the design, history, or significance of the buildings shown in the illustrations.
• Right Column:
  • Photograph: A smaller image showing a tree-lined path or driveway, likely on the Harvard campus. The path is flanked by trees and appears to lead toward a building or open area, emphasizing the campus's greenery and planned layout.

Overall Context:

The page highlights Harvard University's building program and its progress as the academic year concludes. The combination of photographs and illustrations provides a visual representation of the campus, showcasing both historic and possibly new structures. The article likely discusses the architectural significance, development plans, or historical context of these buildings. The layout and design of the page suggest it is from a newspaper focused on education and university life, offering readers a glimpse into the institution's growth and heritage.

The image shows an old newspaper clipping from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. The headline reads, "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." It features a section titled "School and College Commencement Section."

The page includes several black-and-white photographs depicting different views of Harvard's campus buildings. The top photo shows a wide, panoramic view of the campus with some ongoing construction visible. Below it, there is an oval photo of a building under construction, and next to it a more complete building with many windows and trees around it. There is also a smaller image at the bottom showing a tree-lined area, likely part of the campus grounds.

The text underneath discusses the formation of new quadrangles as part of President Lowell's Yard Building Scheme, improvements at the Medical School, and details about several specific buildings including McKinlock Hall. The article appears to emphasize the progress and expansion of Harvard University's facilities during that period. The overall layout includes decorative elements such as an illustrated pen at the top left and floral motifs around the oval photograph.

This image displays a vintage newspaper layout from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. The headline reads, "Harvard's Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends." It is part of the "School and College Commencement Section." The page contains black-and-white photographs, captions, and text detailing Harvard University's development projects and academic events.

Key Elements:

1. Top Section:

   • A wide photograph depicts a river, rooftops, and construction in progress, alongside notable surrounding buildings.

2. Middle Section:

   • An oval-framed photograph shows a large brick building with multiple windows and chimneys, surrounded by grassy fields and trees.
   • On the right, there is a rectangular photograph of another brick building with Georgian architectural design, displaying lush greenery and an open courtyard.

3. Bottom Section:

   • Text-heavy columns elaborate on construction developments, notable achievements, and planning for new accommodations.
   • Additional smaller photographs show tree-filled outdoor settings and parts of the campus.

The document as a whole serves as a historical artifact showcasing accomplishments and expansion efforts of Harvard University during the 1920s.

This is a scanned vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Thursday, June 24, 1926. It’s a School and College Commencement Section spread with the headline “Harvard’s Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends.”

What’s depicted:

• Several black-and-white photos of Harvard University buildings and campus scenes, arranged in a collage:
  • A wide panoramic view (appears to be a campus/harbor scene).
  • A circular inset photo of a large brick building.
  • A long brick building with many windows.
  • A brick building with classic architecture and a large lawn or quad.
  • A tree-lined street or quad area (smaller photos toward the bottom).
• Text columns accompany the photos with captions (the right side has numbered captions).
• The page has a worn, yellowed look with a vertical crease down the middle, suggesting it’s a torn clipping mounted on a page or in a scrapbook.
• The design includes a top header strip reading “SCHOOL AND COLLEGE COMMENCEMENT SECTION” and a masthead for “Boston Evening Transcript,” with the subheading “Harvard’s Building Program Progresses as Academic Year Ends.”

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.