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The image is a page from a Harvard University publication, likely a bulletin or newsletter, detailing various events and exhibitions happening on campus. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Student Art Treasures Exhibition:

   • An exhibition of student-collected artworks will be held at the Fogg Art Museum starting November 12.
   • The exhibit features works collected by students at Harvard and Radcliffe, including paintings, prints, drawings, and sculptures.
   • The exhibition aims to stimulate interest in art collecting and will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. on weekdays, and from 1 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. on Sundays.
   • The exhibit is open to the public, and objects of artistic merit are encouraged for submission.

2. Lecture on the Fogg Museum's Treasures:

   • A lecture titled "The Treasures of the Fogg Museum" will be held on October 26 at 4:30 p.m. in the Fogg Museum.
   • The lecture will be delivered by Mr. Edward W. Forbes, Director of the Fogg Museum.

3. Oxford Scholar at Harvard:

   • Dr. E. A. Lowe from Oxford University will deliver a lecture on "Modern Forgery at Fogg" on November 1 at 4:30 p.m.
   • Dr. Lowe will discuss his research on forgery and the detection of forged documents.

4. Organ Recitals:

   • A series of organ recitals will be held in Appleton Chapel from November 2 to May 24 at 5 p.m. on specified Tuesdays.

5. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition:

   • The Fogg Art Museum is showcasing reproductions of "living art" by contemporary artists, gifted by Alfred H. Barr and graduate students.
   • The exhibition includes works by Picasso, Derain, Matisse, and other modern artists.
   • The exhibition will close on November 8.

6. Graduate School of Education Community Chorus:

   • A chorus for men and women in the Graduate School of Education is being organized.
   • The chorus will be directed by Professor Davidson and will practice in Lawrence 20, Lawrence Hall, on Kirland Street.

7. Harvard College Library Exhibitions:

   • Special collections and selected groups of books and manuscripts are on display in the Treasure Room and the Widener Room.
   • Current exhibits include memorials of Charles William Eliot, gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, items from Princeton University, and documents relating to the early history of Harvard College.

The page provides a snapshot of the cultural and academic activities happening at Harvard University during that period.

The image is a page from a newspaper or university bulletin detailing various events and announcements at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Student Art Exhibition

• Location: Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge
• Dates: November 12 (opening), with viewing times from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Monday, 2 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, and 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Thursday.
• Purpose: To stimulate interest in art collecting.
• Call for Art: Students are encouraged to submit art objects by November 7. Accepted items include paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, pottery, glassware, metalwork, and more. Objects must have intrinsic value and are subject to approval.
• Exhibition: The exhibit will include works by students from Harvard and Radcliffe.

Lectures

• Topic: "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts"
• Speaker: Dr. E. A. Lowe, lecturer in paleography at Oxford University
• Date: Friday, November 25, at 4:30 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum
• Details: The lecture will cover the history and significance of ancient texts and forgeries.

Organ Recitals

• Location: Appleton Chapel
• Dates and Times: Tuesday afternoons at 5 p.m. on November 30, December 14, January 25, February 15, March 29, April 26, and May 24.
• Details: Open to the public, these recitals will be performed by various organists.

Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions

• Exhibition: "Living Art" and "Facsimile reproductions"
• Details: The museum will show reproductions of artworks after paintings, drawings, and engravings by contemporary artists, including works by Alfred H. Barr and Jere Abbott.
• Closing Date: November 8

Graduate School of Education

• Community Chorus:
  • Location: Lawrence Hall, Room 20
  • Details: A chorus for men and women, open to all members of the University and properly qualified persons. Conducted by Professor Davison and students in the course, Education M17-18. Rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings.

Harvard College Library

• Special Collections:
  • Memorials of Charles William Eliot: In the Treasure Room.
  • Gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman: In the Widener Room.
  • Books relating to the Early History of Harvard College: In the Widener Room.
  • Bindings from the Angling Collection: Given by Daniel B. Fearing, in the Widener Room.

Additional Notes

• The page also includes announcements for other events like the transfer of Dr. E. A. Lowe to Harvard and other related activities.

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The image is a page from a historical Harvard University publication, likely a newspaper or bulletin, detailing various events and announcements from the early 20th century.

1. Student Art Exhibition at Fogg Museum:

   • The Fogg Art Museum will host an exhibition of artworks collected by students from the University and Radcliffe. The exhibit will open on November 12.
   • The exhibition is open to all students interested in art, with objects to be displayed from 10 to 11:00 AM on Monday, 2 to 3:15 PM on Wednesday, and 11 to 12 PM on Thursday.
   • The purpose is to stimulate interest in art collecting.
   • Students are asked to submit objects by November 7.

2. Lectures:

   • Gilbert Murray will lecture on Wednesday, October 25, at 4:30 PM in New Hall, titled "The Greeks and the East."
   • Dr. F. E. Brown will lecture on October 27 at 8:00 PM in New Hall on "Hindoo and Buddhist Architecture."
   • Dr. F. E. A. Lowe will speak on October 29 at 4:30 PM in New Hall on "The Forgeries of Ancient Texts."

3. Organ Recitals:

   • Organ recitals will be held at the Appleton Chapel on Tuesdays at 5:00 PM from November 30 to May 24.

4. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

   • The Fogg Art Museum will show reproductions of "Living Art" and "Facesimile reproductions after paintings, drawings, and engravings, and photographs after sculpture, by contemporary artists."
   • The exhibition will include works by modern artists such as Picasso, Deraïn, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, Charles Demuth, and others.
   • The exhibit will be open until November 8.

5. Community Chorus at the Graduate School of Education:

   • A chorus for men and women at the Graduate School of Education, open to all members of the University, will be organized under Professor Davidson's course, Education M17-18.
   • The chorus will meet on Wednesdays and will practice conducting for students in the course. It will offer members the chance to study and enjoy choral music.

6. Harvard College Library Exhibitions:

   • Special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts are on display in the Treasure Room and Widener Room.
   • Currently on display:
     1. Memoirs of Charles William Eliot.
     2. Gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, including items from Princeton University.
     3. Books and documents related to the early history of Harvard College.
     4. Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing.

The events and exhibitions provide a glimpse into the academic and cultural activities at Harvard University during this period.

The image is a page from a Harvard University newspaper or yearbook from the 1920s, showcasing various announcements and events. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

1. Student Art Exhibition at the Fogg Museum:

   • Dates and Time: The exhibition will be open from November 12 to November 27.
   • Location: Fogg Museum, Cambridge.
   • Details: It features works of art collected by students at Harvard University. Students who own objects of interest can submit them to be part of the exhibition. The goal is to stimulate interest in art collecting.
   • Exhibition Hours: Monday to Thursday from 2:00 to 11:00 PM, and on Wednesday from 10:00 to 3:15 PM.
   • Deadline: Objects must be submitted before November 7.

2. Organ Recitals:

   • Dates and Time: Organ recitals will be held on Tuesdays from November 30 to May 24, at 5:00 PM.
   • Venue: Appleton Chapel.

3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibit:

   • Description: The museum is showing reproductions of "Living Art" and "Facsimile reproductions after paintings, drawings, and engravings by contemporary artists."
   • Curators: Arranged by Mr. Barr, Alfred H. Barr, and Jere Abbott, graduate students from Harvard.
   • Artists Represented: Pieces by artists such as Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaisse, Matisse, and Charles Demuth, among others.

4. Lectures:

   • Title: "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts".
   • Date and Time: October 30, 1926, at 4:30 PM in the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Speaker: Dr. A. A. Lowe, a lecturer at Oxford University.

5. Oxford Savant at Harvard:

   • Date and Time: October 26, 1926, at 4:30 PM in the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Speaker: Dr. A. A. Lowe will talk on "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts".

6. Graduate School of Education - Community Chorus:

   • Description: A special chorus for men and women from the Graduate School of Education, open to qualified members of the university.
   • Organizer: Professor Davidson’s course, Education M17-18.
   • Meetings: Held on Wednesday evenings.
   • Venue: Lawrence Hall, Room 20.

7. Harvard College Library Exhibitions:

   • Memorials of Charles William Eliot: In the Treasure Room.
   • Gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman: In the Widener Room.
   • Books and Documents Relating to the Early History of Harvard College: In the Treasure Room.
   • Bindings from the Angling Collection by Daniel B. Fearng: In the Treasure Room.

These events and exhibitions highlight the cultural and educational activities of the university during that time period.

The document presents several announcements related to Harvard University. The Fogg Museum will host an exhibition of student-collected art, open from November 12 to 27, with a loan call for art objects by October 27. The museum is also displaying reproductions of contemporary art, including works by Derain, Maillol, and others, until November 8. The Harvard University Glee Club will present an all-Mendelssohn concert on November 29 at Sanders Theatre. Organ recitals will be held in Appleton Chapel on Tuesday afternoons during the academic year. The Graduate School of Education has formed a community chorus, and the Harvard College Library is showcasing special collections, including memorabilia of Charles William Eliot and early Harvard history documents. Notable lectures include one on the Forgeries of Ancient Texts by Dr. E. A. Lowe on October 26.

The image is a page from a Harvard University publication, detailing various events, exhibitions, and announcements. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Student Art Treasures Exhibition at Fogg Museum:

   • The Fogg Art Museum will exhibit works of art collected by students from the University's art history and radcliffe courses.
   • The exhibition opens on November 12 and runs until November 22.
   • Students are asked to submit their objects by November 7.
   • The term "objects of artistic merit" includes various forms of art such as paintings, drawings, pottery, textiles, bronzes, and more.
   • The purpose is to encourage art-collecting among students.

2. Transcript of Lectures:

   • On Saturday, October 28, at 8:15 p.m., a lecture titled "Modern Painting: An Ancient Text" by Dr. Meyer Schapiro will be given in the Fogg Art Museum.
   • On Friday, November 3, at 8:15 p.m., Dr. E. A. Lowe from the Institute for Advanced Study will give a lecture on palaeography.

3. Oxford Savant at Harvard:

   • Dr. E. A. Lowe will also participate in a discussion on "The Art of the Book in Modern Foregry of Ancient Texts" on Tuesday, October 31, at 4:30 p.m.

4. Music Events:

   • Princeton-Harvard annual concert at Paine Hall on Friday, November 3, at 8:15 p.m.
   • Organ recitals open to the public will be held in Appleton Chapel during the season of 1926-27 on Tuesday afternoons from November 30 to May 24, excluding certain dates.

5. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

   • The museum is showcasing reproductions of famous artworks after various artists like paintings, drawings, engravings, and sculptures.
   • An exhibition of works by Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, Charles Demuth, and other modern artists will be on display until November 8.

6. Graduate School of Education:

   • A community chorus for men and women is being formed and will meet on Tuesdays and Fridays.
   • The chorus, directed by Professor Davison, will perform in the new Graduate School of Education building.

7. Harvard College Library Announcements:

   • Special collections and manuscripts are available in the Treasure Room and Widener Room, with rotating exhibitions.
   • Current exhibition in the Treasure Room includes:
     1. Memorials of Charles William Eliot.
     2. A few gifts received from Charles Chauncey Stillman.
     3. Items from Princeton University.
     4. Books and documents related to the early history of Harvard College.
     5. Bindings from the Angling Collection by Daniel B. Fearing.

This page provides a comprehensive look at the cultural and academic activities happening at Harvard University during that period.

This image shows a page from an old publication or scrapbook related to Harvard University, containing various clippings about events and announcements dated around 1926. The text includes:

1. An announcement about "Student Art Treasures" to be shown at the Fogg Museum starting November 12, 1926. It is an exhibition of student-collected art objects including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, pottery, glassware, textiles, and more. Students who own objects of artistic merit are encouraged to exhibit them, with submission deadlines and consultation details included.

2. An announcement about organ recitals open to the public during the 1926-27 season at Appleton Chapel, listing specific dates of recitals scheduled on Tuesdays at 5 p.m.

3. Information about the Fogg Art Museum showing a series of reproductions of "Living Art," which includes facsimile reproductions of paintings, drawings, engravings, sculptures, and photographs. The reproductions were a gift from Alfred H. Barr and Jere Abbott, and included works by artists like Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Matisse, and others. The exhibition closes November 8.

4. A note about a Community Chorus organized for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, open to all university members. It details the rehearsal schedule, leadership, and goals of the chorus.

5. Harvard College Library exhibition details listing special collections and selected books/manuscripts on display in the Treasure Room and Widener Room, including memorials for Charles William Eliot, gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, and bindings from the Angling Collection.

6. Two small clippings from the "Transcript" dated October 29 and October 30, 1926:

   • One announces a lecture titled "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" by Dr. E. A. Lowe at the Fogg Art Museum on November 2.
   • The other notes Dr. E. A. Lowe, a lecturer in paleography at Oxford University, will give a talk on ancient forgeries at the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the page reflects scholarly and cultural activities at Harvard in the mid-1920s, with an emphasis on art exhibitions, public lectures, music events, and library collections.

The image shows a snapshot of a newspaper page with several articles and announcements related to events and displays at Harvard University from what appears to be a historical document. The font style and paper quality suggest it's quite old.

On the left side of the image, the headline "STUDENT ART TREASURES ARE TO BE SHOWN AT FOGG MUSEUM" stands out, discussing an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum with a call for students to loan objects of artistic merit. The exhibition would open on November 12, and objects for the exhibition should be submitted before November 7. Below that, there's a notice about a talk on "Modern Forgeries of Ancient Texts" by Dr. E. A. Lowe scheduled for various dates.

The right side features several sections:

• A section under "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" headlines a series of organ recitals at the Appleton Chapel on specified Tuesdays.
• An announcement titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" details a current exhibition of reproductions of "Living Art" and "Facsimile reproductions of paintings, drawings, and engravings, and photographs after sculpture by contemporary artists," mentioning that it includes work from Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, Charles Demuth, and other modern artists. The exhibition will close on November 8.
• A section on "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION" talks about a community chorus formed at the school.
• Lastly, the "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY" section describes special collections on exhibition, including manuscripts and books that can be seen in the Treasure Room and the Widener Room. Lists include memorials of Charles William Eliot and gifts from others, among various items on display.

The date "Saturday, Oct. 30, 1926" is visible, providing context for the period of these announcements. This gives the reader an idea of academic and cultural events occurring at Harvard University during the late 1920s.

This image depicts a page from a printed publication, likely from Harvard University, dated from the year 1926 based on multiple references within the text. The page includes several announcements and notices related to events, exhibits, and educational opportunities.

1. Student Art Treasures at Fogg Museum:

   • An announcement that starting November 12, an exhibition of student-collected art will be displayed at the Fogg Art Museum. This exhibit aims to stimulate interest in art-collecting as a hobby and will feature various forms of artistic media including paintings, sculptures, prints, drawings, pottery, and more. There are specific details about when and where students can consult about their submissions and the process of approval based on artistic merit rather than market value.

2. Organ Recitals:

   • A schedule of organ recitals at Appleton Chapel during the 1926–27 season, listing specific dates for these Tuesday afternoon performances.

3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition:

   • Information about an ongoing show at the Fogg Art Museum presenting facsimile reproductions of contemporary artists' works, including pieces by Picasso, Derain, Maillol, Archipenko, Gaston Lachaise, Matisse, and Charles Demuth.

4. Graduate School of Education Community Chorus:

   • Details about a chorus formed for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, aimed at providing practice in conducting and enjoyment of choral music under the direction of Professor Davison. Meetings are scheduled for Wednesday evenings in Lawrence Hall.

5. Harvard College Library:

   • A brief mention of the special collections and selected groups of books and manuscripts available for viewing in the Treasure Room and Widener Room, listing specific collections including memorials of Charles William Eliot, gifts from Charles Chauncey Stillman, items from Princeton University, documents related to the early history of Harvard College, and bindings from the angling collection given by Daniel B. Fearing.

6. Transcript Notices for Lectures:

   • Two notices about lectures at the Fogg Museum by Dr. E. A. Lowe from Oxford University. One lecture is on “Modern Forgers of Ancient Texts” scheduled for November 2, 1926, and another transcription does not specify a lecture title but mentions Dr. Lowe’s background and areas of expertise.

Overall, the image showcases historical educational and cultural activities within the Harvard University community in late 1926.

The image is a scanned page from a historical document, likely a university bulletin or newsletter, dated October 30, 1926. It is from Harvard University and contains several announcements and details about campus events, exhibitions, and academic activities. Here is a detailed description:

Header and Layout

• The page is formatted with a clean, typewritten layout typical of early 20th-century printed materials.
• The header at the top indicates it is from Harvard University.
• The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different events, exhibitions, and announcements.

Main Sections and Content

1. Student Art Treasures Exhibition

• Title: "STUDENT ART TREASURES ARE TO BE SHOWN AT FOGG MUSEUM"
• Details:
  • An exhibition of student art will be open at the Fogg Museum on November 12.
  • The exhibition is part of a call for Wednesday Evening Issues, with a deadline of October 27 at 4 p.m.
  • The exhibition aims to stimulate interest in art collecting among students.
  • Art Objects: Students are invited to submit works of art, including paintings, sculpture, prints, drawings, watercolors, bronzes, and prints. The term "art merit" is defined as the value of the object in the eyes of the artist, not its market value.
  • Submission Deadline: Objects must be submitted before November 7.
  • Exhibition Hours: The exhibition will be open from Monday to Thursday, 2 to 5 p.m., and on Friday from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

2. Organ Recitals

• Title: "Organ Recitals"
• Details:
  • A series of organ recitals will be held at Appleton Chapel at 5 o’clock on specific Tuesday afternoons:
    • November 30
    • December 14
    • January 23
    • February 13
    • March 29
    • April 26, and May 24.
  • The recitals are open to the public.

3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibition

• Title: "FOGG ART MUSEUM"
• Details:
  • The Fogg Art Museum is showcasing reproductions of paintings, drawings, and engravings done after works by contemporary artists.
  • The exhibition includes:
    • Living Art: Reproductions after paintings.
    • Facsimile Reproductions after drawings and engravings.
    • Photographs after sculpture, gifted by contemporary artists.
  • The exhibition features works by notable artists such as:
    • Picasso
    • Derain
    • Maillol
    • Archipenko
    • Gaston Lachaise
    • Matisse
    • Charles Demuth
    • And other modern artists.
  • The exhibition is described as being "close on modern art."

4. Graduate School of Education – Community Chorus

• Title: "GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION – Community Chorus"
• Details:
  • A chorus has been organized for men and women in the Graduate School of Education, but it is open to all qualified members of the University and the public.
  • The chorus is connected with Professor Davison’s course, Education M17–18 (Singing in Schools and Communities).
  • Meetings will be held on Wednesday evenings, directed by Professor Davison.
  • The chorus will offer students the opportunity to study and enjoy the best choral music.
  • The chorus will meet at 5 p.m. in Lawrence Hall on Kirkland Street, and Room 20 is located in the rear of the building.

5. Harvard College Library

• Title: "HARVARD COLLEGE LIBRARY"
• Details:
  • The library features special collections or selected groups of books and manuscripts, which are always on exhibition in the Treasure Room and the Widerer Room.
  • These exhibitions are changed from time to time.
  • The current exhibition in the Treasure Room includes:
    1. Memorials of Charles William Eliot.
    2. A few of the gifts received from Charles Chauncey Stillman, '98.'
    3. Princeton University Books and documents relating to the Early History of Harvard College.
    4. Bindings from the Angling Collection given by Daniel B. Fearing, '82.'

6. Additional Announcements

• Transcript, Sat., Oct. 30, 1926:

  • Mentions a lecture at the Fogg Museum titled "Lecture on the Subject of an Illustrated Lecture will be at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Friday, November 5, at 4:30 p.m."
  • The lecture will be delivered by Dr. T. A. Lowe, a lecturer in philology at Oxford University.
  • The lecture is part of a series on "Modern Forgeries at 430 Texts" and will focus on forgeries of ancient texts.

• Oxford Savant at Harvard:

  • Dr. E. A. Lowe, lecturer in palaeography at Oxford University, will lecture at the Fogg Museum on Tuesday, November 9, at 4:30 p.m..
  • The lecture is titled "Forgery at Lowe to Talk on Modern Forgeries at 430 Texts."
  • Dr. Lowe is described as a research associate of the Carnegie Institution at Washington since 1913 and an honorary lecturer at Oxford since 1914.
  • His published works include:
    • "The Beneventan Script"
    • "The Bobbio Missal"
    • Commentaries on some notable ancient classics.

Visual Elements

• The page includes typewritten text with clear headings and subheadings.
• There are no images or illustrations on the page; it is purely textual.
• The layout is organized into distinct sections, each with its own title and details.
• The page appears to be part of a larger document, as indicated by the page number "36" at the top right corner.

Overall Context

The document serves as an informational bulletin for Harvard University students, faculty, and the public, announcing upcoming events, exhibitions, lectures, and academic activities. It highlights the university’s commitment to the arts, music, education, and research, showcasing a variety of cultural and intellectual offerings available to the campus community. The inclusion of details about student art exhibitions, organ recitals, and lectures by distinguished scholars reflects the vibrant academic and cultural life at Harvard in the 1920s.