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The image shows an open page from the "Harvard University Gazette," Volume XXIII, Number 31, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928. The page is titled "Calendar" and lists events scheduled for Sunday, April 22, and Monday, April 23, 1928.

Sunday, April 22:

• Morning Service: The Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill, Rector of Trinity Church, Boston, will speak at Appleton Chapel at 11 a.m. Seats in the North Gallery are open to the public.

Monday, April 23:

1. Illustrated Lecture: "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia, Conducted during 1927-28 by the Fogg Museum of Art, the Semitic Museum, and the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad." Presented by Professor David G. Lyon at the Semitic Museum, Room 1, at 4 p.m.
2. Physical Colloquium:
   • "Thunderstorms" by Mr. F. V. Hunt.
   • "Wave-Mechanics and the Emission of Photo-Electrons" by Professor J. C. Slater. Held at the Jefferson Physical Laboratory at 4:15 p.m.
3. William Belden Noble Lectures:
   • "The Doctrine of God" by the Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion and Dean of King's College, London. Held at Emerson D, at 5 p.m.
4. Modern Language Conference: "The Problem of Art-Theatres" by Mr. Elliott Davenport Oaks, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre. Held at the Common Room (over Conant Hall) at 8:15 p.m.

Notes:

• The page also includes a note about an informal dinner given by Mr. Robert Cason for American artists, directors, and custodians of art collections at Copley Square, Boston.
• There is an announcement about an exhibition of paintings, sculpture, and etchings by American artists at the Copley Square Hotel, organized by Gilbert Stuart.
• A list of art exhibitions and galleries in Boston and New York is provided, detailing various shows and their dates.

The layout is typical of a university gazette from the period, with a formal and structured presentation of events and announcements.

The image displays a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," specifically Volume XXIII, Number 31, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928. The main content on the page is the calendar of events for the week starting Sunday, April 22, 1928. Key events listed include:

1. Sunday, April 22:

   • Morning Service at Appleton Chapel at 11 A.M. by The Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill.

2. Monday, April 23:

   • Illustrated Lecture on "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia" by Professor David G. Lyon at the Semitic Museum, Room 1, at 4 P.M.
   • Physical Colloquium with topics "Thunderstorms" by Mr. F.V. Hunt and "Wave Mechanics and the Emission of Photo-Electrons" by Professor J.C. Slater at the Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 3, at 4:45 P.M.
   • William Belden Noble Lectures on "The Doctrine of God" by The Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion and Dean, King's College, London, at Emerson D, at 8 P.M.
   • Modern Language Conference on "The Problem of Art Theatres" by Mr. Eliot Cary, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre, at the Common Room, at 8 P.M.

The page also includes an article about an art exhibition at the Casson Galleries, featuring works by American artists such as Gilbert Stuart, R. D. G., F. A. Seary, E. H. and others, open from April 16 to 28. The exhibition includes portraits, miniatures, landscapes, and marine paintings, with admission free on Sundays from 1 to 5 P.M.

Additionally, there are mentions of other art exhibitions and events taking place at different galleries, including the Jordan Marsh Company, C. Hopkin Gallery, D. & R. Richmond Gallery, and the Print Shop, with various types of art on display, such as water colors, paintings, and French prints.

The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928. The main headline is "Harvard," and the publication is Volume XXIII, Number 31.

Calendar Section:

The calendar outlines events for the upcoming week:

Sunday, April 22:

• Morning Service: Conducted by the Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill, Rector of Trinity Church, Boston, at Appleton Chapel at 11 A.M.
• Seats in the North Gallery will be open to the public.
• Illustrated Lecture: "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia" by Professor David G. Lyon at the Semitic Museum, Room 1, at 4 P.M.

Monday, April 23:

• Physical Colloquium: On "Pfund Series" and the emission of photo-electrons by Mr. F. Y. Hunt, in Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 31, at 4:30 P.M.
• William Belden Noble Lectures: "The Doctrine of God," by The Rev. Walter R. Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion and Dean, King's College, London, in Emerson D, at 8 P.M.
• Modern Language Converse: On "The Problem of Art-Theatres" by Mr. Eliott Carpenter, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre, in the Common Room.

Art Exhibitions:

The article details an important exhibition of American art opening at the Fogg Museum of Art on April 16, scheduled to remain open until April 30. The exhibition includes works by significant American artists and covers a wide array of media such as paintings, watercolors, drawings, and sculptures. The display aims to present a comprehensive view of the country's artistic activity over the past century, with a special focus on contemporary artists.

The exhibition is curated by Robert Cason, and the works are sourced from various private collections and galleries, including those from New York City, Chicago, and other locations. The article highlights the importance of this exhibition for students, the academic community, museum officials, and art patrons.

Upcoming Events and Exhibits:

The right column lists various art exhibitions by local artists and groups at different galleries and venues, including:

• Jordan Marsh Company: Watercolors by a group of local artists.
• Copley Galleries: Paintings by Aiden R. Hibbard.
• Doll & Richards Gallery: Watercolors by Dodge MacKnight.
• Grace Horne Galleries: Paintings by F. W. Benson.
• Harvard Cooperative Society: Paintings by Gertrude Fiske and etchings by other artists.
• Various other galleries hosting works by artists like Polly Thayer, Marion Monks Chase, and others.

This page provides a comprehensive look at the cultural and academic events happening at Harvard and in the surrounding art community during that week in April 1928.

The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, Volume XXIII, Number 31, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928. This page is a calendar listing various events scheduled for the following week.

Here's a detailed summary of the events listed on the page:

Sunday, April 22:

• Morning Service at the Appleton Chapel, Trinity Church, Boston, led by The Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill at 11 a.m. Seats in the North Gallery are open to the public.

Monday, April 23:

• Illustrated Lecture: "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia" conducted during 1927-28 by the Fogg Museum of Art, the Semitic Museum, and the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad. Presented by Professor David G. Lyon in Room 1 at 4 p.m.
• Physical Colloquium:
  • I. "Thunderstorms" by Mr. F.V. Hunt.
  • II. "Wave-Mechanics and the Emission of Photo-Electrons" by Professor J.C. Slater.
    Both sessions will be held in the Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 3, at 4:15 p.m. Tea will be served in Room 16 of the same laboratory at 4:15 p.m.
• William Belden Noble Lectures:
  • I. "Man's Experience of God" by The Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion, King's College, London, at 8 p.m.
• Modern Language Conference: "The Problem of Art-Theatres" by Mr. Eliot Carly, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre, in the Common Room, at 8 p.m.

Art Exhibitions:

• An important exhibition of American art is scheduled to open at the Casson Galleries on April 19. It will include over 100 works by artists such as Gilbert Stuart, John Singleton Copley, William Sidney Mount, and Winslow Homer, among others. The exhibition is hosted by the Casson Company and will be open to the public.

Other Art Exhibitions:

• Various exhibitions and collections are listed, including:
  • American and European watercolors and prints at the Jordan Marsh Gallery, through April 14.
  • Paintings by John La Farge at the C. Vose Galleries, through April 14.
  • Paintings by Aldro T. Hibbard at the Guild of Boston Artists, through April 14.
  • Watercolors by Charles W. Bartlett at Doll & Richards Gallery, through April 14.
  • Paintings by Gertrude Fiske at the Copley Gallery, through April 14.
  • French prints at the Print Shop, through April 14.
  • Portraits by Frank H. Desch at the Grace Horne Gallery, through April 14.
  • Paintings by Charles W. Bartlett at the Guild of Boston Artists, through April 14.
  • Religious subjects and colored drawings by Elizabeth Norton at the Children's Art Center, through April 16.
  • Paintings by Marian Lane at the Frame Shop, through April 16.
  • Watercolors by Frances G. Getty at the Malden Public Library, through April 12.

This page provides a glimpse into the cultural and academic activities happening on the Harvard campus and in the Boston area during that week in April 1928.

The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, Volume XXIII, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928, specifically number 31. The page is titled "Crimson, April 3, 1929," which might be a misprint or a different section heading.

The page includes a calendar of events for the upcoming week, starting from Sunday, April 22, to the following Saturday. Here are the details:

Sunday, April 22:

• Morning Service at Appleton Chapel, 11 a.m. led by the Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill, rector of Trinity Church, Boston. Seats in the North Gallery are open to the public.

Monday, April 23:

• Illustrated Lecture: "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia," conducted by Professor David G. Lyon from the Fogg Museum of Art, the Semitic Museum, and the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad, at 4 p.m. in the Semitic Museum, Room 1.
• Physical Colloquium:
  • I: "Thunderstorms" by Mr. F. V. Hunt.
  • II: "Wave Mechanics and the Emission of Photo-Electrons" by Professor J. C. Slater.
  • Location: Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 3, at 4:35 p.m.
• William Belden Noble Lectures:
  • I: "The Doctrine of God: Man's Experience of God" by Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion, King's College, London. At Emerson D. Hall, 8 p.m.
• Modern Language Conference: "The Problem of Art-Theatres" by Mr. Eliot Cary, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre. Common Room, Count Hall, 8 p.m.

Tuesday, April 24:

• Art Exhibition: An important exhibition of American art, curated by Mr. Robert Casson, is scheduled to open at Casson Galleries, Copple Square, on Tuesday, April 18. The exhibition includes works by many prominent artists.

Additional Information:

• The page also lists various art galleries and exhibitions open to the public:
  • Museum of Fine Arts: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from 2 p.m.
  • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum: Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Pogg Art Museum: Open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sundays from 2 p.m.
  • Various galleries such as Jordan Marsh Gallery, C. C. Vose Galleries, Doll & Richards Gallery, and others are noted with their respective exhibitions and opening times.

The page is filled with information about academic lectures, religious services, and various exhibitions, reflecting the cultural and educational activities at Harvard University during that period.

The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated April 21, 1928, Volume XXIII, Number 31. The page includes a calendar of events for the upcoming week, specifically April 22 to April 23, and details about an art exhibition.

Calendar Events:

Sunday, April 22:

• Morning Service at 11:00 AM in Appleton Chapel, led by the Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill, Rector of Trinity Church.

Monday, April 23:

• Illustrated Lecture: "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia," conducted by Professor David G. Lyon at the Semitic Museum, Room 1, at 4:00 PM.
• Physical Colloquium:
  • I. "Thunderstorms" by Mr. F.V. Hunt, at the Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 3, at 4:25 PM.
  • II. "Wave-Mechanics and the Emission of Photo-Electrons" by Professor J.C. Slater, also at the Jefferson Physical Laboratory, Room 3, at 4:25 PM.
• Tea will be served at 4:15 PM in the Jefferson Physical Laboratory.
• William Belden Noble Lectures: "The Doctrine of God."
  • I. "Man's Experience of God" by the Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion and Dean, King's College, London, at 8:00 PM.
• Modern Language Conference: "The Problem of Art-Theatres," led by Mr. Eliot Cary, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre, in the Common Room, from 8:00 PM onwards.

Art Exhibition:

An important exhibition of American art is scheduled to open at Casson Galleries on April 19. This exhibition will feature over one hundred works of art, including paintings, drawings, and sculptures, created by various American artists. It will be open to the public on April 21 and 22. The exhibition includes works by notable artists such as Gilbert Stuart, among others.

The event is organized by the Associated Dealers in American Art, and the exhibition will be open from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on the days listed. The gallery is located on Copely Square.

Additional Notes:

• The page also includes mentions of other art exhibitions and galleries open through April 14, including:
  • J. R. Vose Galleries: Paintings by John Singer Sargent.
  • Dodd & Richards Gallery: Watercolors by Dodge MacKinton.
  • The Print Shop: French prints.
  • The Meldrum Public Library: Paintings by Milton artists.
  • Other galleries and exhibitions are also listed with specific dates and artists featured.

This image shows an open book displaying a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," dated Saturday, April 21, 1928, Volume XXIII, Number 31. At the top of the page is a calendar listing events scheduled for Sunday, April 22, and Monday, April 23. The events include a morning service, an illustrated lecture on excavations near Kirkuk in North Babylonia, physical colloquium sessions, lectures by William Belden Noble, and a Modern Language Conference.

Additionally, there is an inset clipping pasted onto the left side of the page labeled "Art Exhibitions." This clipping discusses an important exhibition of American art scheduled to open at the Casson Galleries in Copley Square on April 10. The exhibition features over one hundred works of art including paintings, sculpture, and etchings covering a century of American activity. The clipping lists participating artists, exhibits, and other gallery events in the Boston area. The page itself has slight discoloration and tape marks, and there's a handwritten note at the top of the page indicating "Crimson, April 3, 1929."

The image shows an opened vintage newspaper or periodical. At the top, it reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" with a subtitle indicating the date "SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 1928" and "NUMBER 31." There is a handwritten note in ink at the top left that says "Crimson, April 5, '29", suggesting it may have been used or referenced by someone on that date.

The left page is not completely visible, but the right page shows a "CALENDAR" of events, starting with "SUNDAY, APRIL 22" and listing various events such as a "Morning Service," "Illustrated Lecture," "Physical Colloquium," "William Belden Noble Lectures," "Corey Language Conference," along with other lectures and meetings scheduled for subsequent dates.

The page is slightly yellowed with age and the edges are somewhat frayed, indicating the physical paper's age. The print is in a typical newspaper format of the time, with columns of text in a relatively small font size. The layout appears to be very information-dense, with minimal spacing and no visible images or graphics other than the text.

The layout and design, as well as the type of content included, are all representative of a publication aimed at an academic community, listing scholarly events and lectures.

The image depicts an open page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated Saturday, April 21, 1928, Volume XXIII, Number 31. The page is titled "CALENDAR" and lists a variety of events and activities scheduled for the week, primarily for the week of Sunday, April 22, to Saturday, April 28, 1928. The content is formatted in a structured, typographic style typical of early 20th-century university publications.

Key Details:

1. Header Information:

   • The top of the page prominently displays the title "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" in bold, capitalized letters.
   • The volume and issue details are provided: VOLUME XXIII, SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 1928, NUMBER 31.
   • The page is labeled "CALENDAR", indicating it is a schedule of events.

2. Events Listed:

   • Sunday, April 22:

     • Morning Service: Held at the Appleton Chapel, 11 A.M., conducted by The Rev. Henry Knox Sherrill, Rector of Trinity Church, Boston. Note: Seats in the North Gallery are open to the public.

   • Monday, April 23:

     • Illustrated Lecture: Titled "Excavations near Kirkuk, North Babylonia," conducted during 1927–28 by the Fogg Museum of Art, the Semitic Museum, and the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad. The lecture is presented by Professor David G. Lyon at the Semitic Museum, Room 1, 4 P.M.
     • Physical Colloquium I: "Thunderstorms," by Mr. F. V. Hunt II. Topics include "Wave-Mechanics of the Emission of Photo-Electrons" and "Slater’s Theory." Held in Room 16 of the Jefferson Physical Laboratory at 4:15 P.M. Tea will be served in the Physical Laboratory, Room 3, 4:45 P.M.
     • William Belden Noble Lectures: "The Doctrine of God: I. 'Man’s Experience of God,'" by Rev. Walter Robert Matthews, Professor of the Philosophy of Religion and Dean, King’s College, London. Held at Emerson D, 8 P.M.
     • Modern Language Conference: Organized by Cary, Art Director of the Barn Experimental Theatre. Held in the Common Room, 8:20 P.M.

3. Art Exhibitions:

   • An Art Exhibition is scheduled to open at the Casson Galleries on April 16. It features over 100 works of art, including paintings, drawings, etchings, and sculpture by American artists. The exhibition is curated by the Associated Art Dealers of America and will be open to the public.

4. Other Events and Notices:

   • Art Exhibitions: A list of various art exhibitions and gallery events is provided, including:
     • Jordan Marsh Company—Water colors by a group of local artists, April 14.
     • R. C. Vose Galleries—Paintings by Guild of Boston Artists, April 14–April 20.
     • Aldrich T. Hibbard—Through April.
     • Doll & Richards Gallery—Watercolors by Dodge Macknight, April 14–April 28.
     • Goodspeed’s Print Shop—Etchings by Charles Eml Hell, April 14.
     • Copley Gallery—Paintings by Frank Bournes, April 14–April 28.
     • Polly Hilli—Etchings by Gerhard Warren, April 14.
     • The Print Shop—French Portraits by Harold C. Vietor, April 14.
     • Grace Horne Gallery—Paintings by Frank H. Desch, April 14–April 28.
     • Children’s Art Center—Easter exhibition of religious subjects, April 16.
     • Marian Howe—Pencil drawings by Harlow and Lowland, April 16.
     • The Frame Shop—Oil paintings, watercolors, prints and watercolors by Foster Brothers—Pencil drawings by Malden Petty, April 16.
     • Fralien Public Library—Paintings by Milton Public Library Artists, April 16–April 28.

5. Additional Notices:

   • Museum of Fine Arts—Open daily 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.: Free admission on Sundays from 1 to 4 P.M., and free on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 o’clock.
   • Fogg Art Museum—Open daily 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.: Free admission on Sundays from 1 to 4 P.M., and free on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 o’clock.
   • Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum—Open daily 9 A.M. to 5 P.M.: Free admission on Sundays from 1 to 4 P.M., and free on Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 o’clock.

Visual Elements:

• The page is printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, indicative of its historical context.
• The text is typeset in a classic serif font, consistent with early 20th-century printing styles.
• The layout is organized into clear sections, with headings and subheadings for easy readability.
• The left margin shows part of another page, suggesting this is a physical book or bound volume.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of academic and cultural life at Harvard University in 1928, highlighting a diverse range of intellectual, artistic, and social events. The Gazette serves as a historical document, reflecting the university’s engagement with lectures, exhibitions, and public events during that era.

The image is a close-up of an open book, specifically a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated April 21, 1928. The page has a faded appearance, indicating its age. The title of the publication is prominently displayed at the top, reading "Harvard University Gazette." Below the title, there is a subtitle "VOLUME XXXIII SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 1928 NUMBER 31." The page is divided into sections, including "CALENDAR," "PHYSICAL COLLOQUIUM," "ILLUSTRATED LECTURE," "MODERN LANGUAGE CONFERENCE," and "ART EXHIBITIONS." Each section lists events, lectures, and exhibitions happening around Harvard University during that week. The text is written in a formal, academic style, typical of university publications.