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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795262

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The image appears to be a page from a publication titled "Harvard University Gazette." The page is numbered 77 and contains a schedule of events for a period spanning December 30 to January 1. The events are related to the meetings and sessions of various academic associations, such as the American Philological Association, the Linguistic Society of America, the Archaeological Institute of America, and the Modern Language Association of America. The schedule includes dates, times, and locations for the meetings, as well as information about the presidents and speakers for the events. Additionally, there is a section titled "Sunday Services" that lists the time and place for various church services in the Harvard Square area, with details about the ministers and the times for the services. The page also mentions that Sunday services in the University are not omitted during recesses and that Appleton Chapel is kept open continuously for Sunday worship.

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This image is of a printed page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated as page 77. It appears to be a schedule or listing of events taking place at Harvard University during the week leading up to and including New Year's Day. The page layout is divided into sections with clear headings and subheadings for clarity.

Key details include:

1. Schedule of Events:

  • The schedule is broken down by days, starting with Thursday, December 30, and ending with Saturday, January 1.
  • The events primarily take place in various locations around the university campus, such as the Fogg Art Museum, Emerson D, Sanders Theatre, and different lecture halls.
  • Notable events include:
    • Sessions of the American Philological Association, Linguistic Society of America, and Archaeological Institute of America, all scheduled for 2:30 PM on December 30.
    • The Modern Language Association of America has a general meeting at 9:30 AM on December 31, followed by group meetings at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM.

2. New Year's Day (Saturday, January 1):

  • It is noted as a holiday, with a mention that it is the last day for receiving Ph.D. theses for the degree at the Midyear.

3. Sunday Services:

  • Detailed listings of Sunday services for December 26 and January 2 are provided, specifying the ministers leading the services and their affiliations with Harvard University.
  • Services are held at various churches in and around Cambridge, including:
    • Appleton Chapel (on campus).
    • Christ Church, St. John's Memorial Chapel, St. Paul's Church, First Church (Unitarian), Church of the New Jerusalem, Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church, and First Church in Cambridge (Congregational).
  • Specific times for services, church schools, and other events are listed.

4. Note on Sunday Services:

  • The bottom of the page states that Sunday services continue during academic recesses, and Appleton Chapel remains open for Sunday worship throughout the college year until Baccalaureate Sunday.

The page is printed on aged, yellowed paper, indicating it is an older document. There are some visible creases and slight discoloration, suggesting it has been stored and handled over time. The text is clean and legible, with a formal and organized presentation characteristic of university publications.

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This image displays an open, aged book, specifically an issue of the Harvard University Gazette, with page number 77 clearly visible at the top right.

The page shows a printed schedule of events and services for late December 1915 and early January 1916. The content is organized into sections with bold headings, including:

  • THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30 (Continued): Lists meetings of the American Philological Association, Linguistic Society of America, and the Modern Language Association, held in Emerson D, Fogg Art Museum, and other locations.
  • FRIDAY, DECEMBER 31: Details group meetings of the Modern Language Association across several campus locations like Emerson, Sever, Harvard, and the Fogg Art Museum.
  • SATURDAY, JANUARY 1: Notes it is "New Year's Day. A Holiday" and mentions the "Last day for receiving theses of candidates for the degree of Ph.D. at the Mid-Years."
  • SUNDAY SERVICES: This major section provides a detailed schedule of religious services for several churches near Harvard Square, including:
    • Appleton Chapel (Sunday Morning)
    • Old Cambridge Baptist Church
    • Church of the New Jerusalem
    • Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church
    • First Church in Cambridge (Congregational)
    • Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal)
    • St. John's Memorial Chapel (Episcopal Theological School)
    • St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic)
    • First Church (Unitarian)
    • First Church of Christ, Scientist
      Each entry lists the minister, address, and specific times for services throughout the week (Sunday, Week-day Masses, etc.).

A final section, SUNDAY SERVICES DURING RECESSIONS, clarifies that university Sunday services continue uninterrupted during recesses until Baccalaureate Sunday.

The paper is yellowed with age, and the typeface is characteristic of early 20th-century printing. The book is bound and appears to be from an archival collection. The text is primarily in English. The overall layout is a dense, information-heavy schedule, typical of a university bulletin for students and faculty.

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The image shows an open book with a page displaying a schedule of events and activities for Harvard University. The page is titled "Harvard University Gazette" and is dated Thursday, December 30, with a continuation on Friday, December 31, and Saturday, January 1. The schedule includes various academic and social events, such as meetings of different associations, lectures, and church services. The page also mentions New Year's Day as a holiday and the reception of candidates for the degree of Ph.D. The text is written in a formal and academic style, with a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters. The page has a slightly yellowish tint, indicating its age.

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The image shows an open book with two pages. The pages are yellowed, suggesting that the book is old. The book is titled "Harvard University Gazette," and the pages are numbered 77 and 78. The page on the left contains a list of events and meetings that are scheduled to take place at Harvard University. The page on the right contains a list of Sunday services that are available at various churches in the area.

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The image depicts a page from a historical publication titled "Harvard University Gazette," specifically issue number 77. The page is formatted as a schedule or announcement, listing various academic, cultural, and religious events and services for the period spanning Thursday, December 30, to Sunday, January 1.

Key Features of the Page:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the title "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" and the page number 77.
    • Below the title, the date range is indicated: Thursday, December 30 (Continued).
  2. Academic and Cultural Events:

    • The page lists several academic and cultural events, including:
      • Thursday, December 30:
        • 2:30 P.M.: Joint Session of the American Philological Association and the Linguistic Society of America, with Emerson D. Fogg Art Museum as the venue.
        • 2:30 P.M.: Fifth Session of the Archaeological Institute of America, also at the Fogg Art Museum.
        • 2:30 P.M.: General Meeting of the Modern Language Association, addressed by Professor T. Atkinson Jenkins of the University of Chicago, held at Sanders Theatre.
      • Friday, December 31:
        • 9:30 A.M.: General Meeting of the Modern Language Association of America, at New Lecture Hall.
        • 2:00 P.M.: Group Meetings of the Modern Language Association of America, including sessions on Emerson D. F. J., Sever 6. II; Harvard 1; New Lecture Hall; Fogg Art Museum; Germanic Museum.
        • 4:00 P.M.: Group Meetings of the Modern Language Association of America, including sessions on Emerson A. D., F. J.; Sever 11; Harvard 2; Fogg Art Museum; Germanic Museum.
      • Saturday, January 1:
        • New Year's Day: Last day for receiving theses of candidates for the degree of Ph.D. at the Mid-Year Years.
  3. Sunday Services:

    • The page includes a detailed schedule of Sunday services for various churches near Harvard Square, including:
      • Appleton Chapel (Sunday Morning and Evening services).
      • Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal).
      • St. John's Memorial Chapel (Episcopal Theological School).
      • Henry Corner of Brattle and Mason Streets.
      • St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic).
      • Ascension and St. Michael Church.
      • First Church (Unitarian).
      • First Church of Christ, Scientist.
      • First Church of Christ, Scientist (Massachusetts Avenue).
    • Each church entry provides details such as the reverend or pastor, service times, and additional notes (e.g., "Holy Communion," "Evening Prayer," etc.).
  4. Additional Notes:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a note stating: "Sunday services in the University are not omitted in recesses, and Appleton Chapel is kept open continuously for Sunday worship from the first Sunday in September to the last Sunday in June, inclusive."
    • The page also includes a section titled "SUNDAY SERVICES DURING RECESSES," which elaborates on the continuity of services during academic breaks.
  5. Layout and Formatting:

    • The text is neatly organized into columns, with clear headings and subheadings.
    • The page uses a typewriter or similar printing style, characteristic of early 20th-century publications.
    • The left margin features faint vertical lines, likely for binding or indexing purposes.

Overall Context:

The page serves as an official announcement or schedule for the Harvard University community, detailing academic conferences, cultural events, and religious services for the end of December and early January. It reflects the academic and religious life of the time, highlighting the importance of both scholarly gatherings and spiritual practices in the university's calendar.

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  • A photograph of an old, open book page laid on a light gray surface. The page is slightly yellowed with aged edges.
  • The page header reads “HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE” and is numbered 77 in the top corner.
  • The text appears to be a schedule of events and meetings, covering Thursday, December 30; Friday, December 31; Saturday, January 1; and Sunday services.
  • It lists various academic meetings (e.g., sessions of the American Philological Association, Linguistic Society of America, Archaeological Institute of America, Modern Language Association) with times like 2:30 P.M. and 9:30 A.M.
  • There is a section marked “New Year’s Day. A Holiday.” and a “Sunday services” block describing church schedules around the Cambridge area.
  • The left edge shows a partially visible adjacent page with dense, small-type text; the page is bound and slightly curled along the spine.

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This image is of a page from the "Harvard University Gazette." It is formatted into columns and organized by dates and sections. The page includes a schedule of events, detailed descriptions of sessions, and religious services information.

The main sections include:

  1. Thursday, December 30: Scheduled events, such as a joint session of the American Philological Association and the Linguistic Society of America, as well as a general meeting of the Modern Language Association of America.

  2. Friday, December 31: More meetings associated with the Modern Language Association of America and further group meetings in multiple locations.

  3. Saturday, January 1: Special notices about New Year’s Day being a holiday.

  4. Sunday services: Listings of religious services available in various locations, including Appleton Chapel and churches in Cambridge near Harvard Square, with details such as time, location, and officiants.

Additional details specific to academic or religious contexts, like last days to submit theses for advanced degrees, are also included. Text alignment and fonts reflect formal typesetting typical of a university document.

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This image shows a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," specifically page number 77. The contents of the page relate to scheduled events on different dates, mostly focusing on the end of December and the beginning of January. Events include various meetings and sessions associated with certain societies and academic disciplines, such as the American Philological Association and the Modern Language Association.

The text is set in a traditional, formal layout typical for academic or institutional announcements. The schedule details the times and locations for meetings, lectures, and sessions on subjects such as archaeology, modern languages, linguistics, and theology.

Notable details mentioned in the image include:

  • A joint session of the American Philological Association and the Linguistic Society of America.
  • A meeting by the President of the university, referred to as President T. Atkinson Jenkins of the University of Chicago.
  • A lecture by Emerson D.F., Sever Hall; Harvard; New Art Museum; Germanic Museum listed under group meetings of the Modern Language Association.
  • The mention of New Year's Day being a holiday and a note about the last day for receiving theses of candidates for the degree of Ph.D. at the Mid-Years.

The bottom portion of the page lists information about Sunday services, with the times and locations for various religious gatherings, including Protestant Episcopal, Baptist, Congregational, and Christian Scientist services. It also notes that Sunday services at the University are not omitted during recesses, and Appleton Chapel is kept open continuously for Sunday worship from the first Sunday of the College year until Baccalaureate Sunday.

The typographical style, the paper quality, and the mention of dates suggest this page is from a historical document, and not a contemporary publication.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette. The page is numbered 77 and includes detailed listings of events and services from Thursday, December 30 through Saturday, January 1.

For December 30, it lists events such as:

  • 2:30 P.M. Joint Session of the American Philological Association and the Linguistic Society of America
  • 2:30 P.M. Fifth Session of the Archaeological Institute of America
  • 2:30 P.M. General Meeting of the Modern Language Association of America

For December 31, the schedule includes:

  • 9:30 A.M. General Meeting of the Modern Language Association of America
  • 2:00 P.M. Group Meetings of the Modern Language Association of America
  • 4:00 P.M. Group Meetings of the Modern Language Association of America

For January 1, there is a reminder that it's New Year's Day (a holiday) and the last day to receive theses of candidates for the degree of Ph.D. at the Mid-Years.

The page also features "Sunday Services," listing times and details for services at various chapels and churches, including Appleton Chapel (where there are services led by Harvard University ministers), Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal), Old Cambridge Baptist Church, First Methodist Episcopal Church, and others. There is a note that Sunday services at Appleton Chapel continue through recesses. The section lists chapels such as First Church (Congregational) and St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic) with their respective service times and locations.