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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, July 1924-April 1927

ARCH.2003.23, Rendition: 795263

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper titled "Boston Herald." The date at the top of the page indicates it is from Wednesday, December 29, 1915. The page contains several sections of text, including an article about an event at a convention and various market news sections. The main headline on the left side of the page reads "ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION." The article discusses a professor from Marquette University who criticized Esperanto, a constructed international auxiliary language. The right side of the page features sections titled "COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS," "CHICAGO GRAIN MARKET," "NEW YORK COTTON MARKET," and "FRESH FISH ARRIVALS," with accompanying market data and prices. The page also includes a section titled "LOCAL PRICES" at the bottom right, listing prices for various goods such as apples, beans, and cheese. The overall appearance of the page is aged, with yellowed paper and some creases, suggesting it is a historical document.

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The image shows a page from the Boston Herald, dated Wednesday, December 29, 1926. The page contains several sections of news and information:

  1. Esperanto Hit at Convention:

    • The main article on the left discusses a convention where Esperanto was criticized for being clumsy and lacking brevity. A Marquette Professor named Prof. A. R. Nykl condemned Esperanto, stating that it fails as an international language due to its rigid principles, rigidity, and lack of flexibility in word-building. The article also mentions other topics discussed at the convention, including papers on English and primitive Germanic sound changes, the New Darius inscription, and the hypothesis of the Italo-Celtic passive in 'R'.
  2. Commercial Market News:

    • This section on the right provides updates on various markets, including the Chicago Grain Market and the New York Cotton Market. It details the prices and fluctuations of different commodities like wheat, corn, oats, and cotton. The article mentions heavy selling in the grain markets, leading to a drop in prices, and the effect of weather conditions on the market.
  3. Fresh Fish Arrivals:

    • This section lists the fresh fish arrivals in Boston, detailing the types of fish, their quantities, and the vessels they arrived on. The fish include haddock, cod, and others, with specific details about the number of pounds and the vessels like Str Fabla, Str Alden A Mills, and Str Saturn.
  4. Local Prices:

    • This section at the bottom right provides local prices for various goods such as apples, beans, butter, and cheese. It specifies the prices per unit for different types of these goods, indicating that the quotations are strictly wholesale and retailers must expect to pay more for small lots.

The page is well-organized with clear headings and subheadings, making it easy to navigate through the different sections of news and market information.

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This image displays an open, aged newspaper, identified as the Boston Herald, Wednesday, December 29, 1937, resting on a white surface. The paper is visibly yellowed with age, and the binding along the center shows considerable wear, including fraying and darkening, which is indicative of its historical nature.

The page shown (page 15, as noted at the top) is divided into two main columns of text, presenting distinct news sections.

Left Column:

  • Headline:ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION
  • Sub-headline: “Chummy, Lacks Brevity Marquette Professor Declares”
  • Content: This article reports on the second day of a joint convention held in Cambridge, attended by over 500 scientists and scholars. The convention involved the Archeological Institute of America, the American Philological Association, the College Art Association of America, the Modern Language Association, and the Linguistic Society of America. The focus is on a discussion at the Linguistic Society meeting about Esperanto, described as “chummy” but lacking “brevity” by Professor F. K. H. Scholz of Marquette University. The piece mentions various professors and academics who gave papers on linguistic topics.

Right Column:

  • Main Headline:COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS
  • Subheadings and Content: This section is a detailed financial and commodity report:
    • Chicago Grain Market: Provides a detailed analysis of the Chicago market, including closing figures for wheat, corn, and oats on December 28. It reports on contract prices, supply issues (notably the North American supply being “unfavorable”), and the overall trend of prices being “very little support on the bulges.”
    • Cash Statistics: A table showing cash prices for various grades of wheat.
    • New York Cotton Market: A brief report on the New York cotton market, noting a “revolutionary tone” and a “small” advance, closing at 12.73.
    • Local Prices: Lists local prices for fresh fish (such as cod, haddock, halibut, lobster, oysters), vegetables, and fresh milk.
    • Wool Prices: A list of prices for various grades of wool (e.g., "Merino, No. 1," "Texas, No. 1").
    • Hides and Leather: Includes a small table with prices for different hides.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of American life in late 1937, juxtaposing a cultural and academic story about the international language Esperanto with dense, practical reporting on commodity markets and local prices. The physical condition of the newspaper underscores its authenticity as a historical artifact.

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The image shows a newspaper page with several articles and headlines. The main headline reads "Boston Herald, Wednesday, December 29, 1911" and "Commercial Market News." The page has several columns with articles on topics such as the Chicago Grain Market, the New York Cotton Market, and the Fresh Fish Arrivals. The articles contain information about prices, supply, and demand for various commodities, as well as news about the markets. The page appears to be from a historical newspaper archive.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper that appears to be from the early 20th century. The page is yellowed with age and has a slightly worn texture, indicating that it has been preserved for a long time. The newspaper is open to a specific page that features several articles, each with a distinct headline and column layout.

The top headline reads "ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION," suggesting that the article discusses a significant event or discussion related to the Esperanto language. Below this headline, there is a smaller article titled "COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS," which likely covers economic or market-related news.

The layout of the page is typical of newspapers from that era, with columns of text that are densely packed. The font is serif, which was common for newspapers of the time. The articles are separated by thin lines, and there are no images or photographs accompanying the text, which was also typical of newspapers before the widespread use of photography in print media.

The text is written in a formal and somewhat archaic style, reflecting the language and tone of the early 20th century. The articles are likely to cover topics of interest to the general public, such as language conventions, economic news, and possibly other current events of the time.

Overall, the image represents a snapshot of historical journalism, providing insight into the types of news that were considered important and the format in which they were presented to the public during the early 20th century.

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The image depicts a page from a historical newspaper, specifically the Boston Herald dated Wednesday, December 20, 1911. The page is divided into several sections, each presenting different types of content:

Main Headline:

  • The prominent headline at the top reads: "ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION", indicating a story about Esperanto being discussed or criticized at a convention. The subheadline mentions "Chumsky, Lacks Brevity" and "Marquette Professor Declares", suggesting a critique or commentary by a Marquette professor, likely Chumsky, who is noted for lacking brevity in his statements.

Article Content:

  • The article discusses a convention held at Harvard, focusing on the American Philological Association, the College Art Association, and the Modern Language Association of America. It highlights debates and discussions around Esperanto, a constructed international auxiliary language. The article includes quotes and perspectives from various participants, including a statement by a professor who expresses skepticism about Esperanto's practicality and utility.

Commercial Market News Section:

  • Below the main article, there is a section titled "COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS", which provides updates on various markets:
    • Chicago Grain Market: Details on grain prices, including wheat, corn, and oats, with specific figures and trends.
    • New York Cotton Market: Information on cotton prices and market conditions.
    • Fresh Fish Arrivals: A table listing quantities and prices of fresh fish arrivals, including species like cod, haddock, and mackerel.
    • Local Prices: A list of local prices for various goods, such as butter, eggs, and other commodities, with specific pricing details.

Layout and Design:

  • The page features a classic newspaper layout with dense columns of text, typical of early 20th-century printing styles.
  • The top of the page includes the newspaper's name, date, and day of the week, formatted in a traditional manner.
  • The text is printed in a serif font, and the page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear, suggesting it is a historical document.

Overall Context:

  • The page offers a glimpse into early 20th-century news reporting, combining cultural and linguistic discussions (Esperanto) with economic and commercial updates (market prices). It reflects the era's interest in international languages and the importance of market data in daily news coverage.

This image provides a snapshot of both cultural debates and economic reporting from 1911.

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  • The image shows an open, aged book or scrapbook with a pasted newspaper clipping.
  • The clipping features two headlines: “ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION” on the left and “COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS” across the top of the right side.
  • The text is small and densely packed into narrow columns, with some tables or boxed sections in the market news.
  • The paper is yellowed with age, and the clipping is held in place with what looks like tape or glue along the edges.
  • The overall feel is vintage/archival, suggesting a historical newspaper clipping embedded in a larger volume.

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This is an aged newspaper article exhibiting a yellowed page consistent with typical signs of wear over time. The page is titled "Boston Herald, Wednesday, December 29," with the year incompletely visible but likely from the early 20th century, suggesting its antique nature.

The page includes two columns with the headings:

  1. “Esperanto Hit at Convention”: Discusses a scholarly critique of the Esperanto language, mentioning that it is viewed as clumsy and lacking brevity, as expressed by a professor at Marquette University. The section references Harvard events during the convention, mentioning various academic institutions.

  2. "Commercial Market News": Provides detailed data and updates on financial markets, including the Chicago Grain Market, New York Cotton Market, Fresh Fish Arrivals, and Local Prices. Tables of numerical data and commodity prices are included.

The text style, dense layout, and structured columns reflect the newspaper format of the time.

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The image shows an old newspaper page, with visible signs of age and wear around the edges. The paper's title is partially seen at the top, indicating it is from the "BOSTON HERALD, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29," but the year is not visible. There are several columns of text, with headlines indicating different news sections such as "ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION," "COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS," "FRESH FISH ARRIVALS," "LOCAL PRICES," and "NEW YORK COTTON MARKET."

The text is small and dense, typical of newspapers from earlier periods, and there are no accompanying images or graphics within the visible sections of the page. The article about Esperanto claims it is "Clumsy, Lacks Brevity" according to a "Marquette Professor." Various monetary values and statistics are listed under the market news sections, indicating economic reports of the time, including details on commodity prices and market movements. The overall appearance suggests this newspaper page is likely from the early 20th century.

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This image depicts an old newspaper page from the Boston Herald, dated Wednesday, December 29. The page is divided into two main sections with the following headlines:

  1. "ESPERANTO HIT AT CONVENTION" - This section discusses the second day's session of a joint convention held at Harvard, which included various academic organizations such as the Archaeological Institute of America, the Philological Association of America, the College Art Association of America, the Modern Language Association, and the Linguistic Society of America. There is criticism of Esperanto within the text, with one professor from Marquette University describing portions of it as clumsy and lacking brevity.

  2. "COMMERCIAL MARKET NEWS" - This section provides detailed information on different market reports, including the Chicago Grain Market, Fresh Fish Arrivals, New York Cotton Market, and Local Prices. It contains numerical data such as prices, statistics, and arrivals in various market segments.

The newspaper has a distinct aged appearance, with yellowing pages and small, tightly packed text typical of old publications.