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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 795692

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album containing several newspaper clippings. The clippings appear to be from different newspapers and cover a variety of topics. Here is a detailed summary of the visible clippings:

  1. Left Side:

    • The first clipping on the left is titled "Jordan Marsh Shows Water Color by a Number of Artists and Sculpture by a New York Artist." It discusses an exhibition at the Jordan Marsh Company featuring watercolors by various artists and sculptures by a New York artist. The exhibition is mentioned to be on the second floor of the store.
    • Below this, there is a smaller clipping with the title "The White Rocks." This article seems to be about a specific location or event, but the details are not fully visible.
  2. Right Side:

    • The top right clipping has a headline "Harvard May Get Fortune" with a subheadline "University Will Benefit if Longfellow Daughter Has No Children." This article discusses a potential inheritance for Harvard University from a descendant of the poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
    • Below this, there is another clipping titled "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month." This article talks about an exhibition of sixteenth-century silver items at the Fogg Museum, which were previously owned by Nicholas Sever. The items include a large pewter plate, a covered cup, and a spoon. The article mentions the historical significance and provenance of these items.

The clippings are neatly arranged in the scrapbook, suggesting that they were collected and preserved for their historical or personal significance. The scrapbook itself appears to be well-maintained, with the clippings carefully pasted onto the pages.

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The image displays a page from a newspaper dated Monday, April 16, 1934. It features several articles and columns:

  1. Theatrical Column by Jordan Marsh:

    • The column discusses various theatrical performances and reviews.
    • "The Dishk of the Professor" by Theodore Dreiser is mentioned, noting the play's unusual presentation and its impact on the audience.
    • The play "Growing Pains" is reviewed, with a focus on the performance by Sylvia Sidney.
    • Other plays such as "John Ferguson" and "The Shining Hour" are discussed, with comments on the acting and staging.
    • The review also touches on "Theodora, the Queer" and "House of Remsen," among others.
  2. Harvard May Get Fortune:

    • This article reports on the potential bequest of a large sum of money to Harvard University by Losier's daughter.
    • Losier, a member of Harvard's class of 1878, left an estate worth around $2,000,000.
    • The estate has been contested due to various claims, but it appears likely Harvard will receive a substantial amount.
    • The funds are expected to be used for building projects at the university.
  3. Sixteenth Century Silver Exhibit:

    • An article detailing the exhibition of 16th-century silverware at the Fogg Museum, which once belonged to Nicholas Sever.
    • Sever, a notable figure in the 17th century, left the silver to Harvard College.
    • The collection includes a large porringer and a covered tankard, among other items.
    • The silver has historical significance and was previously owned by various notable figures and institutions before being donated to Harvard.

The page also contains some advertisements and smaller news snippets, but the main articles focus on the theatrical reviews, the potential financial gift to Harvard University, and the historical silverware exhibit.

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The image shows an open newspaper from April 16, 1924. The pages contain several articles.

  1. Top Left Article:

    • Headline: "JORDAN MARSH SHOWS"
    • The article discusses a display of artworks by a number of artists and the works of the Massachusetts School of Art. It mentions the exhibition's scope and highlights the works of various artists, including George Luks, George Bellows, and others.
  2. Top Right Article:

    • Headline: "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE"
    • The article talks about a potential financial benefit for Harvard University if Loeser's daughter has no children. It mentions a bequest that might be made to Harvard if the daughter, who is the last of her family, dies without heirs. The article details the legal and financial implications of this potential inheritance.
  3. Bottom Left Article:

    • Headline: "ON CAMPUS"
    • The article is titled "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month."
    • It describes a collection of silver dishes that once belonged to Nicholas Sever, a notable figure from the 17th century. The collection includes a large paten from 1611 and a variety of other silver items. The article mentions that these pieces were given to the Fogg Museum by a donor named Richard Hale.
  4. Bottom Center Article:

    • A smaller article about the exhibition of the silver dishes, providing additional context and possibly a brief mention of the history of the pieces.

The layout of the newspaper includes multiple columns, typical of the time, and the articles are separated by clear headlines and subheadlines. The text is dense, and the articles cover a mix of cultural, academic, and financial news.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically from April 16, 1924. Several articles are visible:

  1. Top Left:

    • A headline mentions "JORDAN MARSH SHOWS" with a description of water colors and the works of the Massachusetts School of Art.
    • The article discusses the exhibition of works by Jordan Marsh Company, featuring art by various artists and the Massachusetts School of Art. It also mentions the inclusion of paintings by artists such as Arthur H. Coffin and John C. Johansen.
  2. Top Right:

    • The headline reads "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE" with a subheading "University Will Benefit if Loeser's Daughter Has No Children."
    • The article discusses the potential inheritance of a substantial fortune by Harvard University if the daughter of a wealthy individual, Mrs. Loeser, does not have any children. It mentions the details of the will and the potential impact on the university's endowment.
  3. Middle Left:

    • This section features a column titled "THE DOUGH OF THE PROFESSOR THOUGHTS."
    • The content is not entirely legible, but it appears to be a humorous or satirical piece, possibly discussing academic life or a professor’s perspective on a particular issue.
  4. Middle Right:

    • The headline reads "ON CAMBRIDGE."
    • The article discusses a collection of silver dishes formerly belonging to Nicholas Sever, which is being exhibited at the Fog Museum that month. The collection includes a large paten made in 1711-1712 and other pieces, with some dating back to the seventeenth century. The museum's curator, E. W. Forbes, is mentioned as overseeing the exhibition.
  5. Bottom:

    • Another small article titled "The Travelling Show of the Whittier Bicentennial Commission."
    • This article briefly describes the exhibition of the Whittier Bicentennial Commission, which includes various items and a collection of portraits, paintings, and other memorabilia. It mentions the commission's efforts to promote interest in John Greenleaf Whittier and his contributions.

The overall presentation and layout of the newspaper suggest it is from a time when newspapers were printed on large sheets of paper, and the articles were organized in a straightforward, straightforward text format.

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The image shows a collage of newspaper clippings from the early 20th century, specifically from around 1914. Here’s a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Jordan Marsh Shows"
    • This article discusses the policy of Jordan Marsh Company, which is known for its policy of allowing customers to return merchandise for full credit within a specified timeframe. The article highlights their extensive selection of items and the benefits to customers, including a prominent mention of their policy of accepting returns.
  2. Top Center Clipping:

    • It appears to be a smaller segment of the same article, focusing on the wide range of goods available at Jordan Marsh, including a mention of the high quality and variety of goods sold.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Title: "Harvard May Get Fortune"
    • This article discusses the potential inheritance Harvard University might receive from Loeser’s daughter, who has no children. It mentions how the university would benefit financially from this inheritance, and it notes that Harvard has been involved in the family's philanthropic activities.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping:

    • Title: "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in the Foggy Museum This Month"
    • This piece explains that a collection of silver dishes belonging to Nicholas Sever, dating back to the 16th century, is on display at the Foggy Museum. It describes some of the pieces, including a large paten and a small spouted cup, which are part of the exhibition. The article also mentions that these items are part of the significant historical and cultural heritage.
  5. Bottom Center Clipping:

    • The content is partially obscured but includes an article related to an event or exhibition, possibly about a historical artifact or a notable exhibition.

Overall, the clippings are about historical and cultural exhibits, financial policies of a prominent store, and inheritance benefits for an educational institution. The articles give a glimpse into the early 20th-century interest in historical artifacts and the economic and cultural landscape of the time.

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The image displays an open book with various newspaper clippings and documents laid out on top of its pages. The clippings cover a range of topics and dates. Here's a detailed summary of the visible content:

  1. Top Left Clipping: The headline is "JORDAN MARSH SHOWS Water Colors by a Number of Artists and the Work of Massachusetts School of Art." The article discusses an exhibition featuring water colors and the work of the Massachusetts school of art, highlighting the artistic endeavors and the caliber of the art on display.

  2. Middle Left Clipping: The headline reads "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE University Will Benefit if Loesser's Daughter Has No Children." This article discusses a potential inheritance that Harvard University might receive, contingent on the specified condition.

  3. Bottom Left Clipping: The headline is "ON EXHIBIT Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month." The article describes an exhibition at the Fogg Museum featuring historical silver pieces that once belonged to Nicholas Sever.

  4. Top Right Clipping: This clipping is partially obscured, but the visible text discusses a sale or transaction, mentioning a foundation and a significant amount of money.

  5. Middle Right Clipping: The headline is "Loesser, a well-known music critic, is the subject of this article, which is likely discussing his professional achievements or personal life events."

  6. Bottom Right Clipping: This is an article from the "Monday, April 16, 1973" edition, discussing the exhibition of historical silver at the Fogg Museum, similar to the other clipping on the same topic.

The book itself appears to be a reference or a scrapbook, with the open pages showing text that is not clearly discernible due to the clippings covering it. The clippings are arranged in a way that suggests someone might be researching or compiling information on various topics, possibly for academic or personal interest.

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This image shows a scrapbook or a collection of news clippings, with the pages laid flat and open. There are several newspaper articles from a date which appears to be April 16, 1928, as seen on one of the pages. The largest, most prominent headline reads "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE" and just below, "University Will Benefit if Loser's Daughter Has No Children."

To the left, we can see smaller articles and text detailing what appears to be cultural or historical information, including a piece titled "JORDAN MARSH SHOWS." The pages are browned with age, suggesting the physical materials are quite old. There is a vertical strip of paper inserted between two pages which could either be a bookmark or another clipping.

Some of the text is difficult to read due to the angle at which the photo was taken and the old-fashioned typesetting of the newsprint. The cut and overlapped layout of the clippings creates a collage effect, indicative of how newspapers were often read and preserved for personal interest or research purposes in the past. The background is plain and a light blue color, providing a neutral contrast to the aged paper of the clippings.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page containing four newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are of different sizes and orientations:

  1. On the left side, a vertical article titled "JORDAN MARSH SHOWS," discussing watercolors and art exhibitions by artists associated with the Works of Massachusetts School of Art alumni. The text is dense and formatted in a single column.

  2. In the center, there is a long, narrow clipping pasted upside down. The text is smaller and dense, but the heading or title is not visible in the image.

  3. On the top right, a clipping titled "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE" discusses a situation where a university will benefit if a certain individual has no children, related to an estate worth $500,000.

  4. At the bottom right, a horizontal article titled "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month" dated Monday, April 16, 1928. It talks about a collection of silver dishes once belonging to Nicholas Sever that is now on exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

The scrapbook page is lightly yellowed with age, and the clippings have a vintage appearance, indicating they are from an older time period. The scrapbook has a black spine, and the page edges are slightly worn.

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The image shows an open book or magazine, likely from the early 20th century, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings or articles. The pages are filled with dense text in a classic typographic style, typical of historical publications. Here’s a detailed description:

Visual Elements:

  1. Layout:

    • The book is open to two pages, displaying multiple articles side by side.
    • The text is arranged in narrow columns, with headlines and subheadings clearly marked.
  2. Headlines and Articles:

    • Top Left: The headline reads "Water Colors by a Number of Artists at the Works of Massachusetts School of Art." This article discusses an art exhibition, mentioning artists like Jordan Marsh and others.
    • Top Right: A prominent headline reads "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE." The subheading states, "University Will Benefit if Loeser's Daughter Has No Children." This article details a potential inheritance scenario involving a wealthy individual and Harvard University.
    • Bottom Left: The headline reads "ON CROMWELL." This article appears to discuss historical or cultural topics, possibly related to Cromwell.
    • Bottom Right: The headline reads "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month." This article describes an exhibition of historical silver at the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning Nicholas Sever and the museum's collection.
  3. Typography and Design:

    • The text is printed in a serif font, consistent with early 20th-century printing styles.
    • The articles are densely packed, with minimal spacing between lines, indicating a compact and information-rich format.
    • The pages have a slightly aged appearance, with some discoloration and faint markings, suggesting the book is an antique or historical document.
  4. Additional Details:

    • The bottom of the right page includes a date: "MONDAY, APRIL 16, 1923," indicating the publication date of the newspaper or magazine.
    • There are small decorative elements, such as lines and borders, separating articles and adding structure to the layout.
    • The overall condition of the book suggests it has been preserved, with the pages still intact and legible.

Content Overview:

The book appears to be a compilation of newspaper clippings or a scrapbook, collecting articles from various sources. The topics covered include:

  • Art Exhibitions: Discussions of art shows and artists.
  • Inheritance News: A story about a potential fortune for Harvard University.
  • Historical Artifacts: An exhibition of 16th-century silver at the Fogg Museum.
  • Historical Figures: Mention of Cromwell, likely referring to Oliver Cromwell or related historical events.

Contextual Clues:

  • The date (April 16, 1923) places the content in the early 20th century, a period marked by significant cultural, social, and technological changes.
  • The inclusion of art exhibitions, historical artifacts, and inheritance news reflects the diverse interests of the time, from cultural preservation to wealth and legacy.

Conclusion:

The image depicts a historical book or scrapbook containing newspaper clippings from April 16, 1923. The articles cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, inheritance news involving Harvard University, historical artifacts, and references to Cromwell. The dense, columned layout and aged appearance suggest it is a preserved collection of historical significance.

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The image shows an open book with several pages visible. The pages are filled with black text, suggesting it is a newspaper or magazine. The first page has a headline that reads "HARVARD MAY GET FORTUNE." Below the headline, there is an article titled "University Will Benefit if Loser's Daughter Has No Children." The article discusses the potential financial benefit to Harvard University if a certain condition is met. The second page has a headline that reads "Sixteenth Century Silver Which Formerly Belonged to Nicholas Sever Is Exhibited in Fogg Museum This Month." Below the headline, there is an article about a collection of silver items from the 16th century, which is being exhibited in the Fogg Museum. The article provides details about the items, their history, and their significance.