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The image shows a page from a printed newspaper or magazine. The headline reads, "AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H." Below the headline, there is a subheading that says, "Triangular 'Thinking Party' Will Seek to Elucidate Art and Religion." The page appears to be from a publication dated Monday, November 8, 1926. The content discusses an upcoming symposium at the Phillips Brooks House in Cambridge, Massachusetts, focusing on the relationship between art and religion. It mentions three distinguished representatives from different departments of art at the University of Harvard who will speak on the symposium's theme. The text also provides details about the speakers, their topics, and the overall purpose of the symposium. The paper has a yellowed appearance, indicating it is an older document, and the text is somewhat faded but still readable.

This image shows an article from a newspaper dated Monday, November 8, 1926, located in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article is titled "AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H." and discusses a symposium about the relationship between religion and art. The event features three distinguished representatives from different departments of art at the University, who will discuss the effect of art on religion and vice versa.

The article mentions that the symposium will be held at 8 o'clock in the evening in Peabody Hall of the Phillips Brooks House and will be open to all members of the University. The speakers include Professor J. L. Lowes from the Department of English, Professor A. T. Davison from the Department of Music, and Professor G. H. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture. The symposium aims to show that the common foundation for art and the inspiration for it has been religious ecstasy, and that the emotion driving men to create beautiful things is the same as the one that makes them worship a deity. The event is described as a "thinking party" and is expected to be especially interesting to college men.

This image displays a single, aged page from a newspaper or periodical, dated Monday, November 8, 1926, from Cambridge, Mass. The paper has yellowed with time, and the edges show signs of wear, suggesting it is part of a bound volume or scrapbook.

The main article, prominently titled “AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H.”, announces an upcoming event at the Phillips Brooks House. The layout features large, bold headlines and sub-headings, with text organized into distinct sections.

Key content of the article:

• The Event: A “Triangular ‘Thinking Party’” designed to “Elucidate Art and Religion.” This symposium is described as an innovation and the first of its kind to be presented at Harvard or any other college.
• The Speakers: Three distinguished professors representing different academic departments will speak:
  • Professor J. L. Lowes ('03), from the Department of English, will open the discussion on “Religion and Literature.”
  • Professor A. T. Davison ('06), from the Department of Music, will discuss “Religion and Music.”
  • Professor G. H. Edgell ('09), Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Chairman of the Council of the School of Architecture, will conclude with “Religion and the Fine Arts.” His talk will include lantern slides.
• Structure: Each speaker is given 25 minutes. The symposium is structured as a “triangular” discussion, aiming to show the “common foundation for art and in great measure the inspiration for it has been religious ecstasy.” The event aims to demonstrate that the emotion driving art is the same as that which inspires worship.
• Location & Time: The meeting will be held in Peabody Hall of the Phillips Brooks House at 8 o’clock that evening and is open to all members of the University.
• Additional Context: A separate column on the right, attributed to G. T. Landell '27, offers perspective on symposia as a format for bringing together diverse thinkers to share views on a common subject.
• Quotes: The article includes quotes from Professor Edgell, who calls the symposium a “thinking party,” and from Professor Lowes, who notes the symposium’s “Double Objective” — discussing religion’s influence on art and the influence of art on religion.
• Future Events: The article mentions that the symposium is arranged by the Lecture Committee of Phillips Brooks House and will be followed by a similar meeting on November 18 on “Science and Religion,” featuring Dr. John Roach Straton.

Overall, the page reflects an effort to engage the university community in intellectual discourse at the intersection of the arts, aesthetics, and religion in the late 1920s.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, dated November 8, 1926, featuring an article titled "Aesthetics Enters Symposium at P.B.H." The article discusses a symposium organized by the Phillips Brooks House, which will feature three distinguished representatives from different fields of art—Lowes, Davison, and Edgell—to discuss the influence of religion on art and vice versa. The article provides a brief overview of each speaker's perspective, including Lowes's talk on "Religion and Literature," Davison's discussion on "Church Music," and Edgell's focus on "Thinking Party." The symposium is scheduled to take place at Peabody Hall at the Phillips Brooks House at 8 o'clock, and it will be open to all members of the university. The article also mentions that the symposium will be followed by a similar meeting on November 18 on "Science and Religion."

The image is a photograph of an open book, showing two facing pages. The book appears to be a newspaper or a publication with a date at the top of the left page, indicating it is from Cambridge, Massachusetts, on Monday, November 8, 1926.

The left page features a headline that reads "AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H." followed by a subheading "Triangular 'Thinking Party' Will Seek Elucidate Art and Religion." Below this, there is a smaller heading "THREE ART MEDIA TAKEN" with the names "Lowes, Davison, and Edgell to Express Views—Will Discuss Effect of Art on Religion and Vice Versa."

The text under the headings details an upcoming event at the Phillips Brooks House, which is described as an "innovation in the form of its lecture." The event is to be held at 8 o'clock and is open to all members of the University. The symposium is to be presented at Harvard or any other college in the country and marks definite advances in the lecture course often associated with the Phillips Brooks House.

The article continues with details about the speakers and their topics. Professor J. L. Lowes, '98, of the Department of English, will discuss "Religion and Literature." Professor A. T. Davison, '06, of the Department of Music, will speak on "Religion and Music." Professor G. H. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Chairman of the Council of the School of Architecture, will conclude the symposium with a discussion of "Religion and the Fine Arts."

Each speaker is allotted 25 minutes to present their views. The article emphasizes that the purpose of the event is to show that the common foundation for art and in great measure for religion is religious ecstasy. The article also mentions that the event will be of great interest and will be open to all members of the University.

The right page of the book is blank, suggesting that the image captures only one side of the publication, with the content focused solely on the left page. The background of the book is beige, and the text is in black, making it easily readable. The edges of the book are slightly worn, indicating that it has been handled frequently.

The image shows an open page from a historical newspaper, specifically from the Cambridge Tribune dated Monday, November 8, 1926. The page features a news article titled "AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H.", which discusses an upcoming symposium at the Phillips Brooks House in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The symposium is described as an innovative event titled "Triangular 'Thinking Party' Will Seek to Elucidate Art and Religion."

Key Details from the Article:

1. Event Overview:

   • The symposium is scheduled to take place on November 27 at the Phillips Brooks House.
   • It is open to the public and will be presented on the evening of that day, starting at 8 o'clock.
   • The symposium is part of a series of lectures and discussions hosted by the Phillips Brooks House.

2. Topics and Speakers:

   • The symposium will focus on three distinct art media: Lowe, Davison, and Edel.
   • Lowe will discuss Effect of Art on Views—Will Discuss Art Express Religion and Vice Versa.
   • Davison will speak on Church Music.
   • Edel will address Religious Esthetic.

3. Speakers' Backgrounds:

   • Professor J. L. Lowe of the English Department will discuss the relationship between art and religion.
   • Professor A. T. Davison, of the Music Department, will focus on church music.
   • Professor G. H. Edell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and Chairman of the Council of the School of Art, will explore religious esthetics.

4. Format and Structure:

   • Each speaker will be allowed 25 minutes to present their views.
   • The symposium is described as a form of “whispering parliament”, where participants will exchange opinions and ideas in a relaxed, conversational setting.
   • The event aims to bring together leaders from various branches of thought to share their views on a common subject—art and religion.

5. Additional Information:

   • The symposium is part of a broader series of lectures and discussions at the Phillips Brooks House.
   • A similar meeting is planned for November 18 on the topic of “Science and Religion.”
   • The symposium is expected to be of interest to scholars, artists, and anyone interested in the intersection of art and religion.

Visual Characteristics:

• The page is aged, with visible signs of wear, such as discoloration and slight creasing.
• The text is printed in a classic serif font typical of early 20th-century newspapers.
• The layout includes a clear headline, subheadings, and body text organized in paragraphs, providing a structured presentation of the news.

This article reflects the intellectual and cultural climate of the 1920s, highlighting the interdisciplinary approach to exploring the relationship between art and religion.

• The image shows an old newspaper clipping pasted into a scrapbook/page.
• The clipping is from Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated Monday, November 8, 1926.
• The main headline reads: “AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H.”
• Subheadings include: “Triangular ‘Thinking Party’ Will Seek to Elucidate Art and Religion” and “THREE ART MEDIA TAKEN.”
• The article mentions participants such as Lowes, Davison, and Edgel, who will express views on the effect of art on religion and vice versa.
• There is a smaller accompanying clipping or inset to the right with additional details about the event, likely describing the schedule or scope of the symposium.
• The page around the clipping is a light tan color, with the clipping itself slightly aged and the paper edges showing wear.

This image depicts a page from an old book or newspaper, dated Monday, November 8, 1926. The visible article is titled "Aesthetics Enters Symposium at P.B.H." It describes a symposium held at Phillips Brooks House, aimed at exploring the relationship between art and religion in a triangular "Thinking Party" format. The article mentions the participation of three different art media representatives focusing on topics like religion's influence on art, church music, and the connection between art and worship. The text suggests it was an event designed for university students, specifically at Harvard, and emphasizes the significance of aesthetics and interdisciplinary dialogue. The page shows evidence of being part of a bound volume, as it includes visible binding on the left margin.

The image shows an open book, presumably a vintage book or an archival document given its color and condition. The right page has an article from a newspaper with the headline "AESTHETICS ENTERS SYMPOSIUM AT P.B.H." and the subheading "Triangular 'Thinking Party' Will Seek to Elucidate Art and Religion". The date at the top is "CAMBRIDGE, MASS., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1926."

The article details an upcoming symposium where three different art media will be taken up, with speakers from Harvard University discussing topics related to art, religion, and the intersection of the two. Specific mentions include Professor Jerome H. Buckley on literature and religion, Professor C. H. Moore on Greek, medieval, and contemporary sculpture, and discussions on church music and its relationship to worship. It appears to be an academic event with a scholarly approach towards these topics.

Certain names and details pertaining to the event are mentioned throughout the article. There is a mention of the Phillips Brooks House, the location of the event, as well as names of various professors and their subject matters.

The left page of the book (or document) is mostly blank, with only the edge of the book spine visible, and slight discoloration due to age. This suggests the article was considered significant enough to be mounted or preserved on its own in the publication.

The image is of a newspaper page from Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated Monday, November 8, 1926. The page contains an article entitled "Aesthetics Enter Symposium at P.B.H.", which discusses a triangular "Thinking Party" event aimed at elucidating the relationship between art and religion. The symposium is described as featuring discussions from three different representatives of the university's art department, including Professors J. L. Lowes, A. T. Davison, and G. H. Edgell. Topics to be covered include "Religion and Literature," "Religion and Music," and "Religion and the Plastic Arts." The symposium is organized by the Phillips Brooks House and involves a debate format whereby speakers present their views, followed by audience evaluation to determine findings. The event emphasizes the exploration of the connections between art forms and religious experience, marking an advance in the Phillips Brooks lecture series.