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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image is of a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated November 23, 1923. It contains several news articles and headlines. Here is a summary of the content:

  1. Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work:

    • Nearly 1,200,000 acres of virgin soil in Manchuria have been tilled by 500,000 migrants from Shantung.
    • The article discusses the agricultural success in Manchuria, noting the significant increase in cultivated land and the influx of migrants from other parts of China.
  2. Reds Grooming Russians for the "Coming Wars":

    • The article predicts two conflicts: one between the capitalist world and the Soviet Union.
    • It mentions the Soviet Union's preparation for future wars and the potential for global conflict.
  3. French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning:

    • People in Paris are protesting against modernist plans to create a road through the Palais Royal.
    • The article describes the public outcry and the government's response to the proposed changes in city planning.
  4. Central Asiatic Block:

    • The article discusses the political and economic situation in Central Asia, particularly focusing on the Soviet Union's influence in the region.
    • It mentions the potential for a Central Asiatic block and the diplomatic relations between various countries in the area.
  5. Other News:

    • There is a brief mention of a building that may be demolished to help with traffic congestion.
    • The page also includes a small illustration of a building and a few other minor news items.

The layout of the page is typical of a newspaper from the early 20th century, with multiple columns of text and headlines designed to catch the reader's attention.

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The image is a page from the Boston Evening Transcript dated November 28, 1923. The page contains several news articles and headlines, each with brief descriptions:

  1. Top Left (Part Three): Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work

    • Headline: "Nearly 1,200,000 Acres of Virgin Soil Tilled by 508,000 Migrants from Shantung"
    • Summary: This article discusses the agricultural success in North Manchuria, where nearly 1.2 million acres of virgin land have been tilled by migrants from Shantung province. The yield is significant, with figures exceeding expectations and the potential for remittances.
  2. Top Middle: Reds Grooming Russians for the "Coming Wars"

    • Headline: "Predict Two Conflicts, One the Capitalist World Against Soviet"
    • Summary: This piece, by the Associated Press, mentions that communists are preparing for wars, predicting two major conflicts: one between the capitalist world and the Soviet Union.
  3. Top Right (Other News): May Be Demolished to Help

    • A smaller, less detailed article, likely related to some urban or infrastructural project.
  4. Middle Left: French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning

    • Headline: "People Storm Against Modernist Plan to Road Through Palais Royal"
    • Summary: By Raymond G. Carrell, this article describes public opposition to a proposed road through the Palais Royal in Paris, which modernists planned to construct.
  5. Middle Right: Manifesto Tells What to Do

    • Headline: "Communists World Over Are Being Called Upon to Get Ready for Coming Wars"
    • Summary: It references a manifesto from the Communist International, detailing preparations for future wars between the capitalist and communist worlds.
  6. Bottom Left: The Big Struggle

    • Headline: "Manifesto Tells What To Do"
    • Additional emphasis on the struggle between the Soviet Union and the capitalist world.
  7. Bottom Right: Central Asiatic Blows

    • Headline: "King Amanullah of Afghanistan Has Returned from His Tour of European Capitals"
    • Summary: By Oliver, this article covers King Amanullah's return from his travels and the political and economic implications of his return.
  8. Bottom Center: Palace Modernists in Paris Demand That the Palace Make a Roadway for Automobiles and Other Improvements

    • Headline: "Palais Royal"
    • Additional notes on the ongoing modernization efforts and demands for improvements in Paris.

Overall, the page reflects international news, focusing on agriculture, political movements, and urban planning.

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The image shows a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated November 24, 1925. The page is labeled "Part Three" and includes several articles and headlines:

  1. The main headline at the top reads "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work," discussing how nearly 1,200,000 acres of virgin soil tilled by 508,000 migrants from Shantung resulted in a successful crop yield.

  2. Another headline, "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning," details the public outcry in Paris against a modernist plan to construct a road through the Palais Royal, led by Raymond G. Carrell.

  3. "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'" is an article by the Associated Press, speculating that communists worldwide are preparing for future wars, with a focus on the Soviet Union's military buildup.

  4. "Other May Be Demolished to Help" discusses potential demolitions to aid in the creation of a roadway for automobiles in Paris, with modernists advocating for the change to preserve historical elements.

  5. "Central Asiatic Bloc" by Oliver, discusses King Amanullah of Afghanistan's tour aimed at creating a central Asiatic bloc, potentially uniting various Muslim countries for mutual benefit and defense.

The page also includes various smaller news snippets, advertisements, and illustrations typical of the era. The overall layout is divided into columns, with a mix of serious news and cultural commentary, reflecting the eclectic content typical of newspapers from the 1920s.

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The image is a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript," dated November 2, 1923. It features several news articles and headlines:

  1. Main Headline - Part Three:

    • "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work"
      • The article, written by Hallett Abend, details how nearly 1,200,000 acres of virgin soil in Northern Manchuria have been tilled by 508,000 migrants from Shantung. The region, once considered barren, now yields bumper crops, particularly soybeans. This transformation is attributed to the hard work of the settlers who have turned the area into a productive agricultural zone.
  2. Other Articles:

    • "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'"

      • Predicts two major conflicts, one being the capitalist world against the Soviet. The article discusses the Communist International's efforts to prepare for these conflicts.
    • "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning"

      • Discusses the opposition to modern urban planning in Paris, particularly a plan to build a road through Palais Royal. Many Parisians, including notable figures, are protesting against the modernization that could alter the historic character of the area.
    • "May Be Demolished to Help Palais"

      • An illustration and brief mention of a building that might be demolished to facilitate changes related to the Palais Royal.
    • "Central Asiatic Bi" (Beginning of an article)

      • The start of an article by Oliver, discussing a treaty of security between Afghanistan and Russia, and its implications for British interests in the region. It mentions efforts to protect the northern frontiers of India and developments in Central Asia.

Overall, the page covers a variety of international news, focusing on agricultural developments in Manchuria, political tensions involving Russia, and urban planning debates in Paris.

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The image is a page from the Boston Evening Transcript, dated November 24, 1923. It features several articles:

  1. Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers’ Work (Top Left):

    • By Hallett Abend
    • Reports that nearly 1,200,000 acres of virgin soil in North Manchuria have been tilled by 508,000 migrants from Shantung and other provinces.
    • Highlights the agricultural productivity and the economic migration to the region.
  2. French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning (Bottom Left):

    • By Raymond G. Carroll
    • Discusses the protests in Paris against modern city planning, particularly the plan to construct a road through the Palais Royal.
    • Describes the public outcry and the potential impact on historical landmarks.
  3. Reds Grooming Russians for the "Coming Wars" (Top Center):

    • By the Associated Press
    • Examines the Communist International's efforts to prepare for future conflicts.
    • Predicts two major conflicts: one between the Soviet Union and the capitalist world, and another between the imperialist powers themselves.
  4. Other News Headlines (Right Column):

    • Palais May Be Demolished to Help Modernists (Top Right):
      • Reports on the potential demolition of the Palais Royal to accommodate modern city planning.
    • Central Asiatic Blows (Bottom Right):
      • By Oliver
      • Discusses the return of King Amanullah of Afghanistan from his travels in Europe and the implications for Afghanistan’s modernization and political stability.
      • Highlights the king's return and the reactions of his people and the international community.

The page contains a mix of international news, economic reports, and political commentary from the early 20th century.

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The image is a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated November 28, 1923. The page is divided into several sections with different articles:

  1. Main Article: "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work"

    • Author: Hallett Abend
    • Content: This article discusses the agricultural success in Manchuria, specifically the vast amount of newly tilled land (nearly 1,200,000 acres) by migrants from Shantung. It mentions the bumper crop yield, which is attributed to the settlers' efforts, and provides estimates of the crop yield compared to previous years. It also touches on the economic and social conditions that have led to this agricultural boom.
  2. Headline Article: "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'"

    • Author: Associated Press
    • Content: This article predicts two major conflicts, one of which is a capitalist world against the Soviet Union. It discusses the Communist International's call for a worldwide revolution and the preparations being made by the Soviet Union and other communist countries to exploit these potential conflicts.
  3. Headline Article: "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning"

    • Author: Raymond G. Carrell
    • Content: This article describes a protest against a modern plan to road through the Palais Royal in Paris, with people storming against the modernist plan for urban development. It includes commentary on the public's reaction to the proposed changes in city planning.
  4. Headline Article: "May Be Demolished to Help"

    • Content: This short article discusses the potential demolition of the Palais Royal to facilitate modern city planning, specifically road construction.
  5. Headline Article: "Modernists in Paris Demand That the Palais Royal Make a Roadway for Automobiles"

    • Content: This piece further elaborates on the modernist demand to transform the Palais Royal area into a roadway for automobiles, indicating a broader discussion on urban modernization and its impact on historical architecture.
  6. Headline Article: "Central Asiatic Bloc"

    • Author: Oliver
    • Content: This article discusses the political and economic situation in Central Asia, focusing on the potential unification of Afghanistan, Persia (Iran), and Turkey. It mentions the impact of this potential bloc on the broader geopolitical landscape, including the influence of the westernization process and the resulting economic and political changes.

The layout and design of the newspaper page reflect the typical format of the time, with bold headlines and a mix of news articles covering diverse topics, including agriculture, geopolitics, urban planning, and international relations.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper's open page from the "Boston Evening Transcript" dated November 4, 1945. It shows the right portion of the folded newspaper revealing two pages side by side with part of the prior page visible on the left edge. The newspaper features several articles and headlines.

On the top left of the rightmost page, there is a headline "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work" followed by the subheadline "Nearly 1,200,000 Acres Virgin Soil Tilled by 508,000 Migrants from Shantung" with the article written by Hallett Abend.

Below this, on the bottom left, is another headline "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning" with the subheading "People Storm Against Modernist Plan to Road Through Palais Royal".

On the top right part of that page, there's a prominent headline stating "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'". It's accompanied by a subheading "Predict Two Conflicts, One the Capitalist World Against Soviet", with a byline indicating it's from The Associated Press.

Below the "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'" article, there's another header, "Central Asiatic Bloc", with the subheading "Moderates in Paris Demand That the Palais Royal Have Begun a Campaign to Preserve His".

The layout includes several columns of text, and the typeset font is typical of mid-20th-century newspapers. There is a slight yellowing of the paper, indicating its age, and the photograph captures the texture of the paper and the creases where it has been folded. The image also shows the edge of the newspaper where it has been bound into a collection, likely for archival purposes.

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This image shows a newspaper page from the Boston Evening Transcript dated November 24, 1928. The page appears to be part three of the edition and contains multiple articles and sections.

Headlines and articles on the left side include:

  • "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work," discussing nearly 1,200,000 acres of virgin soil tilled by 508,000 migrants from Shantung.
  • "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning," reporting on people storming against a modernist plan to build a road through the Palais Royal in Paris.

In the center section:

  • An article titled “Reds Grooming Russians for the ‘Coming Wars,’” predicting two conflicts, one involving the capitalist world against the Soviet.
  • Additional smaller text about a person named Rosa and their work related to their father's smithy.

On the right side:

  • Part of a headline "Other" and a photograph of a large building with classical architectural features, likely a palace in Paris, with people walking nearby. The partial caption mentions modernists in Paris demanding that the Palais Royal make a roadway for automobiles and others have begun a campaign to preserve it.
  • Another article titled "Central Asiatic Bl..." (title cut off), covering topics related to the political and diplomatic situation in Central Asia, mentioning Afghanistan and treaties.

Overall, the page features a mix of international news, political analysis, and cultural issues from the late 1920s.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "Boston Evening Transcript", dated November 24, 1923. The page is divided into multiple sections, each containing headlines and articles. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Design

  • The page is printed on aged paper with a slightly yellowed tone, indicating its historical nature.
  • The top of the page features the newspaper's name, "Boston Evening Transcript", along with the date "Nov. 24, 1923".
  • The page is structured into several columns, with headlines and subheadings prominently displayed.

Headlines and Articles

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers’ Work"
      • Subheading: "Nearly 1,200,000 Acres of Virgin Soil Tilled by 508,000 Migrants from Shantung"
      • Byline: By Hallett Abend
      • Content: The article discusses agricultural achievements in Manchuria, highlighting the efforts of settlers from Shantung who have cultivated nearly 1.2 million acres of virgin soil. It mentions the crop yield and the impact of this agricultural expansion.
  2. Middle Left Section:

    • Headline: "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning"
      • Subheading: "People Storm Against Modernist Plan to Road Through Palais Royal"
      • Byline: By Raymond G. Carroll
      • Content: This article covers a protest by Parisians against a modernist city planning proposal that involves road construction through the historic Palais Royal. It details the public reaction and the controversy surrounding the plan.
  3. Center Section:

    • Headline: "Reds Grooming Russians for the ‘Coming Wars’"
      • Subheading: "Predict Two Conflicts, One the Capitalist World Against Soviet"
      • Byline: (By The Associated Press)
      • Content: This article discusses the Soviet Union's preparations for potential conflicts, predicting two major wars: one involving the capitalist world against the Soviet Union, and another internal struggle within the Soviet state. It references a manifesto issued by the Communist International.
  4. Top Right Section:

    • Headline: "May Be Demolished to Help"
      • Subheading: "Modernists in Paris Demand That the Palais Make a Roadway for Automobiles and Other Have Begun a Campaign to Preserve It"
      • Content: This article appears to be a continuation or related piece to the French city planning controversy, focusing on the debate over whether to demolish the Palais Royal to make way for modern infrastructure.
  5. Bottom Right Section:

    • Headline: "Central Asiatic Bloc"
      • Byline: By Oliver
      • Content: This article discusses geopolitical developments in Central Asia, mentioning the return of an Afghan king to his homeland and the potential formation of a Central Asiatic bloc. It touches on the political and strategic implications of these events.

Visual Elements

  • Illustrations: There are small illustrations or photographs included in the article about the Palais Royal, showing architectural details and possibly scenes of protest or construction.
  • Typography: The text is typeset in a classic serif font typical of early 20th-century newspapers. Headlines are bold and prominent, while subheadings and body text are smaller and more subdued.
  • Columnar Structure: The page is divided into multiple columns, a common layout for newspapers of the era, allowing for dense packing of information.

Contextual Clues

  • The content reflects the political, social, and economic concerns of the early 1920s, including:
    • Agricultural expansion in Manchuria.
    • Urban planning debates in Paris.
    • Soviet geopolitical strategies and international tensions.
    • Central Asian politics and the potential for regional alliances.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of the diverse news and issues that were of public interest in Boston on November 24, 1923.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Evening Transcript, dated November 24, 1923. The page is divided into multiple sections, each containing different articles. The top section features an article titled "Bumper Crop in Manchuria Is Settlers' Work," which discusses the agricultural efforts of settlers in Manchuria. Below this, there is an article titled "Reds Grooming Russians for the 'Coming Wars'" that discusses the potential for conflict between capitalist and Soviet nations. Further down, there is an article titled "French Demand Strict Curb on City Planning," which addresses concerns about modernist city planning in Paris. The page also includes a photograph of a building, likely related to one of the articles. The overall layout and content suggest a focus on international news and political developments of the time.