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The image displays a two-page spread from a publication titled "This WEEK in Boston: Day by Day," dated Sunday, February 10, 1929. The left page is a schedule of events for the week, beginning with Sunday. It lists various activities, including public skating at the Boston Garden, services at the Unity Truth Center, a concert by the People's Symphony Orchestra, and a meeting at the Old South Meeting House, among other events. Specific times and locations for each event are provided.

The right page features two articles. The first, headlined "SCHOLARSHIPS GIVEN FINE ARTS STUDENTS," reports that the Harvard Corporation will award fellowships and scholarships to students of fine arts, with specific sums of money allocated for different periods. The article details the criteria for selection, the process of reappointment, and the establishment of a separate fund for publishing. The second article, a brief announcement, notes that Professor Walter H. Fenn of Harvard University will give a lecture titled "The Future of the Fine Arts" at the Fogg Art Museum on Sunday, February 10, at 3:30 p.m.

The layout includes both printed text and a few handwritten annotations, with the overall design emphasizing clarity and ease of reading for the listed events and news items.

The image shows a page from an old newspaper, specifically from "Boston's Official Weekly Guide 'This Week in Boston'" dated February 10, 1929.

Here are the detailed contents visible in the image:

1. This Week in Boston (Day by Day):

   • Sunday:

     • Public skating at the Boston Garden.
     • Various hotel functions and services at different locations like Unity Truth Center, Hotel Statler, and People's Symphony Orchestra.

   • Old South Meeting House Forum:

     • Discussions and lectures every Sunday afternoon, including February 10 on "The Hope of the World" by Edward Howard Griggs of New York.

   • The Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian):

     • February 10: Mordecai W. Johnson, President of Howard University.
     • February 17: William P. Merrill, Brick Presbyterian Church.
     • February 24: Charles Clayton Morrison, Editor of The Christian Science Monitor.

   • Christian Science Mother Church:

     • Services on February 10 and 17 with various speakers.

   • Park Street Church:

     • February 10: Subject "Stupendous Tasks That Awake Flaming Youth".
     • February 17: Subject "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life".

   • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University:

     • Exhibitions including drawings by Old and Modern Masters and a loan exhibition of Japanese Folk Art.
     • Admission is free on Sundays from 12 noon to 4 pm.

   • Museum of Fine Arts:

     • Admission is free on Sundays from 12 noon to 4 pm (except Mondays).
     • Exhibitions include Dutches Painting, Light, and other artworks.

   • Other Events:

     • An old-fashioned "Landlord's Dinner" at Suntaug Inn from 12 noon to closing time.

2. Scholarships Given to Fine Arts Students:

   • Announcement by the Corporation of Harvard University for scholarships to fine arts students.
   • Two fellowships with an income of $2,000 each for a full year and $1,000 for a half-year, established by Arthur Sachs '01.
   • Scholarships are awarded annually based on evidence of ability and merit, open to students, instructors, or others to pursue advanced studies in history, principles, or methods of the arts.

3. Lecture Before Independents:

   • A lecture by Professor Walter H. H. Smith, assistant director of the Pogg Museum, Harvard University, on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 pm.

The newspaper page is rich with cultural and educational activities for the week in Boston, reflecting the vibrant social and academic life of the city in early 1929.

The image shows pages from an old newspaper titled "This Week in Boston," dated February 1929. Here’s a detailed summary of the content:

Left Page:

Sunday Events:

• Boston Garden: Public skating in the evening.

• Hotel Functions:

  • Unity Truth Center: Services at Parlor A, Hotel Statler.
  • People’s Symphony Orchestra Concert in the Ballroom, Statler.
  • Robert Hervey Bitzer: Sunday Morning Truth Talks at Foyer, Copely Plaza, starting at 11:00 a.m.
  • Sunday Morning Talks: Venetian Room, Somerset Hotel, starting at 11:00 a.m.
  • Harvard Bible Service at Oak Room, Somerset Hotel.
  • Mr. Kimball: Bible Service at Hotel Bellevue.
  • Harvard Ensemble Concert at Colonial Lounge, Hotel Commander.
  • C. R. B. Club: Afternoon Tea and Reception at Martha Washington Room, Hotel Commander, chaired by Dr. Ware.

• Old South Meeting House Forum:

  • Held at the historic shrine, corner of Milk and Washington Streets.
  • February 10: Edward Howard Griggs of New York on "The Hope of the Future."
  • February 17: Various speakers on topics such as "The Negro's Significance in the World's Progress," "Why I Believe in Theism," "A Reply to the Humanitarians," and "New Prospects for World Peace."

• The Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian):

  • February 10: Mordecai W. Johnson, President of Howard University, on "The Negro's Significance in the World's Progress."
  • February 17: William P. Merrill, Brick Presbyterian Church, New York, on "Why I Believe in Theism."
  • February 24: Charles Clayton Morrison, Editor of The Christian Century, on "New Prospects for World Peace."

• Christian Science Mother Church:

  • Services at Falmouth, Norway, and St. Paul Street Churches.

• Park Street Church:

  • February 10: Subject "Stupendous Tasks That Awake Flaming Faith."
  • February 17: Subject "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life."

• Fogg Art Museum:

  • Exhibitions of Maya Art, lent by the Peabody Museum, and drawings by Old and Modern Masters.
  • Loan Exhibition of Japanese Folk Pottery.

• Museum of Fine Arts:

  • Located on Huntington Avenue, Boston.
  • Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except Mondays).
  • Special exhibitions and events.

• Today’s Events:

  • An old-fashioned "Landlord's Dinner" at the Suntaug Inn from 12:00 noon until closing time, costing $2.00 per person.

Right Page:

Scholarships Given to Fine Arts Students:

• Scholarships:
  • Two fellowships with an income of $2,000 each for a full year, and one with an income of $1,000 for a half-year, established by Arthur Sachs '01.
  • Awards made by the Corporation of Harvard University on the recommendation of the Committee of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The scholarships are for students, instructors, or others pursuing advanced studies in fine arts, including history, principles, or methods of art.
  • The awards are based on evidence submitted by the applicants.
  • The Corporation of Harvard University makes the awards, and the President of Harvard University, the President of Radcliffe College, the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum, and the Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts select the recipients.
  • The awards are for one year, renewable annually if suitable candidates are found.
  • Applications for the year 1929 will be handled by Professor George H. Chase, Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts, Harvard University, before March 1, 1929.

Lecture:

• A lecture by Professor Walter H. Hilton, Director of the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, will be given at the Museum on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.

The newspaper also includes various advertisements and announcements, which are not fully detailed in this summary.

The image shows a page from a historical Boston newspaper titled "This Week in Boston," dated February 1929. The page is divided into two main sections:

1. Main Section - "This Week in Boston":

   • Sunday:
     • Boston Garden: Public skating evening.
     • Hotel Functions:
       • Unity Truth Center: Services at 11:00 a.m. in Parlor A.
       • Statler Hotel: People's Symphony Orchestra concert at 8:00 p.m. in the Ball Room.
       • Hotel Somerset: Robert Hervey Bitzer's Sunday Morning Truth Talks at 11:00 a.m. in the Foyer.
       • Hotel Statler: Tea and reception at 3:00 p.m. in the Colonial Lounge, followed by the Harvard Ensemble concert at 7:30 p.m.
     • Old South Meeting House Forum: Held in the historic meeting house, featuring Edward Howard Grigs of New York speaking on "The Hope of the World."
     • Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian): Speakers include:
       • February 10: W. Johnson Sears
       • February 17: William P. Merrill
       • February 24: Charles Clayton Morrison
     • Christian Science Mother Church: Services at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
     • Park Street Church: Services with subjects such as "Stupendous Tasks That Awake Flaming Faith" on February 10 and "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life" on February 17.
     • Fogg Art Museum: Exhibitions of Maya Art, loan exhibition of Japanese Folk Paintings, and a lecture by Mr. Scaver on "Landlord's Dinner" at 8:00 p.m. on February 10.
     • Museum of Fine Arts: Admission information and special exhibits such as "Light" by Mr. Scaver.

2. Side Column - Announcements:

   • February 10, 1929:
     • Lecture: Professor Walter H. Brash, director of the Fogg Art Museum, will give a short talk at the Harvard Club at 3:30 p.m.
   • Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students:
     • Harvard University Corporation awards scholarships to students of fine arts on the recommendation of a committee. Two fellowships with incomes of $2,000 and $1,000 are awarded annually. These scholarships are for advanced studies in history, principles, or methods of the fine arts and are open to both men and women. The selection is based on evidence submitted by applicants.
     • The awards are made by the President of Harvard University, the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum, and the Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts. The holders are eligible for reappointment if they meet the requirements and no suitable candidates appear. The sum available is to be set aside in a separate fund to help defray expenses incurred in publishing Fogg Art Museum publications and the Harvard University Press.

The layout and content indicate a typical weekly guide for cultural and academic activities in Boston during the late 1920s.

The image shows a page from "This Week in Boston," a weekly guide detailing events and activities in Boston. The specific page covers events happening on a Sunday, along with an announcement about scholarships for fine arts students.

Events on Sunday:

1. Boston Garden - Public Stating, Evening:

   • Event details not specified.

2. Hotel Functions:

   • Unity Truth Center, Services:
     • Location: Parlor A, Hotel Statler.
   • People’s Symphony Orchestra Concert:
     • Location: Ball Room, Hotel Statler.
     • Time: 3:00 p.m.
     • Performer: Robert Hervey Bitzer.
     • Subject: Divine Healing.
   • Morning and Evening Talks:
     • Morning Talk: 11:00 a.m. at Foyer, Copley Plaza.
     • Bible Truth Center: 11:00 a.m. at Venetian Room, Somerset Hotel.
     • Evening Talk: 7:30 p.m. at Colonial Lounge, Hotel Commander.
   • Christian Science Lecture:
     • Speaker: C. R. B. Clubb.
     • Time: 3:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
     • Location: The First Church of Christ, Scientist, The Mother Church, Christian Science Center.

3. Old South Meeting House Forum:

   • Time: 12:30 p.m.
   • Addressing the historic shrine, corner of Milk and Washington Streets.
   • Speaker: Edward Howard Griggs from New York.
   • Topic: "The Hope."

4. The Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian):

   • Location: 316 Newbury Street.
   • Events:
     • February 19: Morden W. Jay, President of Howard University, on "The Negro's Significance."
     • February 21: William P. Merrill, Brick Presbyterian Church, New York, on "Why I Believe in Theism."
     • February 24: Charles Clayton Morrison, Editor of The Christian Century, on "New Prospects for World Peace."

5. Christian Science Mother Church:

   • Location: 175 Huntington Ave.
   • Services: 10:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
   • First Reader: Mrs. Judith A. Stoddard.
   • Second Reader: Mrs. Grace B. Greene.

6. Park Street Church:

   • Time: 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
   • Subject: "Stupendous Tasks That Await Flaming Faith."
   • Evening Topic: "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life."

7. Museums:

   • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University:
     • Exhibitions: Maya Art, lent by the Peabody Museum; Drawings by Old and Modern Masters; Loan Exhibition of Japanese Folk Pottery.
   • Museum of Fine Arts:
     • Location: Huntington Avenue, Boston.
     • Open daily, except Mondays, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
     • Admission: Free on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays at 4:00 p.m., and Saturdays from 2:30 to 5:00 p.m.
     • Other days: 20 cents.

8. Special Event:

   • An All-Ishamoned "Landscaper's Dinner":
     • Time: From 12:00 noon until closing time.
     • Cost: $2.00 per person.
     • Location: Surf Inca Room, Statler.

Scholarships for Fine Arts Students:

• The Corporation of Harvard University has set aside funds to provide scholarships for advanced studies in the fine arts.
• For the upcoming academic year, two fellowships with incomes of $2,000 and one with an income of $1,000 will be available.
• Arthur Sachs established these fellowships at Harvard, open to both American and European men or women.
• The fellowships are awarded based on recommendations from the President of Harvard University, the President of Radcliffe College, and the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum.
• Applications for the year 1929 must be submitted by March 1, 1929.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "This WEEK in Boston," which appears to be a weekly guide detailing various events and activities happening in Boston. The page is divided into two main sections:

Left Section: "This WEEK in Boston Day by Day"

This section lists events happening on a specific Sunday. The events include:

1. Boston Garden: Public Skating in the evening.
2. Hotel Functions:
   • Unity Truth Center: Service at Hotel Statler.
   • People's Symphony Orchestra: Concert in the Ball Room at Hotel Statler.
   • Rev. W. L. Stidger: "Sunday Morning Truth Talks" at the Venetian Room, Somerset.
   • Dr. W. L. Stidger: "Sunday Morning Talk" at the Venetian Room, Somerset.
   • Rev. W. L. Stidger: Service at the Oak Room, Somerset.
   • Mr. Kenneth Bible: Service at Hotel Statler.
   • Harvard Ensemble: Concert at the Colonial Lounge, Hotel Statler.
   • C. R. Reynolds: Afternoon Tea and Reception at the Martha Washington Room, Hotel Statler.
   • Dr. W. L. Stidger: "Divine Healing" at the Venetian Room, Somerset.
3. Old South Meeting House Forum:
   • Rev. Dr. Waitstill Sharp: "The Hope of Democracy" at 3:30 p.m.
4. The Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian):
   • Rev. Dr. John Haynes Holmes: "The Significance of Howard University" at 11:00 a.m.
   • Dr. Charles Clayton Morrison: "New Prospects for World Peace" at 8:00 p.m.
5. Christian Science Mother Church:
   • Services and talks at various times.
6. Park Street Church:
   • Rev. Dr. Harold E. B. Speight: "Stupendous Tasks That Awake Flaming Enthusiasms" at 11:00 a.m.
   • Rev. Dr. Harold E. B. Speight: "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life" at 7:30 p.m.
7. Fogg Art Museum:
   • Exhibition of Modern Masters.
   • Loan Exhibition of Japanese Art.
8. Museum of Fine Arts:
   • Admission free on Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
   • Lecture by Mr. Seaver on "Perspective in Dutch Painting: Light" at 3:00 p.m.
9. Today:
   • "Landsford" Dinner at Suntaug Inn from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. with a string trio.

Right Section: "Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students"

This section discusses the establishment of two fellowships at Harvard University by Arthur Sachs '01. Each fellowship provides $2,000 per year for a full year and one fellowship provides $1,000 per year. The fellowships are intended for students pursuing the fine arts and are open to any American citizen. The awards are made based on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the President of Radcliffe College, the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum, and others. The fellowships are renewable for a second year if the recipient shows promise. The funds for these fellowships are managed by the Harvard University Press.

The page also includes a small note at the top right corner about a lecture by Professor Walter H. Biale, Associate Professor of Economics at Harvard University, on "The Structure of the American Economy" at the Boston Public Library on February 19 at 8:30 p.m.

Overall, the page provides a detailed schedule of cultural, educational, and religious events in Boston for a specific week, along with information about scholarships for fine arts students.

The image you've shared is of an open book displaying a page with a historical printed schedule of events and an adjacent newspaper clipping. The text on the left page is headed with "This WEEK in Boston Day by Day," and it lists events for each day of the week in various locations such as the Boston Garden, Hotel Statler, and the Community Church, among others. These events include public skating, music concerts, lectures, and church services. The events also seem to be from a historical period, as evidenced by the style of print and the types of events listed.

The newspaper clipping on the right is titled "SCHOLARSHIPS GIVEN TO FINE ARTS STUDENTS." It discusses scholarships awarded by a corporation for fine arts students, with the awards being made on the recommendation of a committee, and mentions that applications for these scholarships were due by March 1, 1929.

The aesthetic of the page, the typography, and the mention of specific dates suggest this is a historical record from an earlier part of the 20th century. Based on the clipping, the year is likely 1929. It appears to be an archive or a collection of documents from that era, providing insight into the cultural activities happening in Boston at the time.

Please note that due to the resolution, some smaller text may not be entirely clear, such as the specific dates and times of events, or the exact details of the meetings and topics discussed.

The image shows a scrapbook or a collection page with several newspaper clippings pasted on a blank sheet. The clippings are mainly related to events, lectures, and scholarships happening in Boston around February 1929.

1. The left clipping is titled "This WEEK in Boston Day by Day," specifically for the week of February 10, 1929. It lists various activities and events scheduled for Sunday, including:

   • Public skating at Boston Garden.
   • Unity Truth Center services.
   • People's Symphony Orchestra concert.
   • Sunday Morning Truth Talks by Robert Hervey Bitzer.
   • Bible Truth Center service and Bible class by Mr. Kimball.
   • Harvard Ensemble concert.
   • Tea and reception at C. R. B. Club.
   • Old South Meeting House Forum session.
   • Community Church of Boston lecture series.
   • Christian Science Mother Church services.
   • Park Street Church lectures.
   • Exhibitions at Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University featuring Maya Art and Japanese Folk Pottery.
   • Museum of Fine Arts in Boston schedule.
   • A “Landlords’ Dinner” at Suntaug Inn.

2. The top right clipping, dated February 10, 1929, details a lecture before Independents by Professor Walter H. Siple, associate director of Fogg Museum, Harvard University. He will give a short talk at the Gallery of the Independent Artists at 40 Joy Street on Sunday afternoon at 3:30.

3. The bottom right clipping, dated February 12, 1929, announces scholarships given to fine arts students by Harvard University. It mentions fellowships funded by Arthur Sachs ’01 and administered by a committee involving Harvard, Radcliffe College, and the Fogg Art Museum. Two fellowships of $2,000 each per year and one of $1,000 for half a year have been established to enable scholars to pursue advanced studies in fine arts worldwide. The announcement includes conditions for reappointment and how unused funds may be allocated to university press expenses related to the Fogg Art Museum publications.

The entire page presents historical information primarily focusing on cultural, religious, educational, and artistic events and opportunities available in Boston during February 1929.

The image shows an open page from a historical weekly guide titled "This WEEK in Boston", dated February 10, 1929. The page is divided into two main sections, each detailing events and announcements for the week.

Left Side:

• Title: "This WEEK in Boston – Day by Day"
• Date: Sunday, Week of February 10, 1929
• Content: Lists various events and activities happening in Boston on that Sunday, including:
  • Boston Garden: Public Skating in the evening.
  • Hotel Functions:
    • Unity Truth Center: Services, Parlor A, Hotel Statler.
    • People's Symphony Orchestra: Concert in Ball Room, Statler.
    • Robert Hervé Bizer-Orchestra: Morning Talk, Subject: "Divine Healing," at 11:00 a.m., Foyer, Copley Plaza.
    • Bible Sunday Morning Talk: Service at 11:00 a.m., Venetian Room, Somerset.
    • Bible Truth Class: Room 120, Hotel Bellevue.
    • Mr. Kimball Ensemble: Concert at 7:30 p.m., Colonial Lounge, Hotel Commander.
    • C. R. B. Club: Afternoon Tea and Reception at 3:00 p.m., Dr. Warez, chairman, Martha Washington Room, Commander.
  • Old South Meeting House Forum:
    • Held at the historic shrine, corner of Milk and Washington Sts., associated with Washington, Warren, and other Revolutionary heroes. Every Sunday afternoon at 3:15, free admission.
    • February 10: Edward Howard Griggs of New York, speaking on "The Hope of Democracy."
  • The Community Church of Boston (Non-Sectarian):
    • February 10: W. Johnson, President of Howard University, speaking on "The Negro's Significance for American Religion."
    • February 17: William P. Merrill, Brick Presbyterian Church, New York City, speaking on "Why I Believe in Theism."
  • Christian Science Mother Church:
    • February 24: Charles Clayton Morrison, Editor of The Christian Century, speaking on "New Prospects for World Peace."
  • Paul Street Church of Christ, Scientist, Falmouth:
    • The First Church of Christ, Scientist, Falmouth, Norway, and St. Paul Street, with services at 9:45 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.
  • Park Street Church:
    • February 10: Subject: "Suspendous Tasks That Awake Flaming Faith."
    • February 17: Subject: "Barriers Blasted Away: Logic, Love, and Life."
  • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.:
    • Exhibitions: Maya Art, lent by the Peabody Museum; Drawings by Huntington Avenue Artists; Huntington Ave. Loan Exhibition of Japanese Folk Art.
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Ave., Boston:
    • Open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., except Mondays. Admission free on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 11 o'clock. Open until 10 p.m. on Wednesdays. Free guided tours in Dutch Painting: Light, Mr. Scaver.

Right Side:

• Title: "Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students"
• Content:
  • Corporation to Make Awards—Sum May Be Set Aside:
    • A recommendation to set aside scholarships for fine arts students.
    • Two scholarships with an income of $2,000 each for a full year, and one with an income of $1,000 for a half-year, have been established at Harvard University by Arthur Sachs.
    • These scholarships are to be awarded annually to scholars of proved ability, whether students, instructors, or others, for the purpose of enabling them to pursue studies in any part of the world advanced in the history, principles, or methods of the fine arts.
    • They are open to any American man or European man or woman and are awarded annually on the basis of evidence submitted by the applicants.
  • Corporation of Harvard University Makes These Awards on the Recommendation of a Committee:
    • The committee consists of the President of Harvard University, the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum, the Directors of the Radcliffe College Arts, and such others as these five may select.
    • The holders are eligible for reappointment in each succeeding year, if no suitable candidates appear.
    • The sum available is set aside in a separate fund, which may be used to help the Harvard University Press defray expenses incurred in publishing the work produced by any of the scholars.
  • Fogg Art Museum Publications of the Fogg Art Museum:
    • Applications for the year 1929 will be in the hands of Professor George H. Chase, Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts, Harvard University, on or before March 1, 1929.

Additional Notes:

• The page also includes a small section titled "Transcript" at the top right, dated Feb. 10, '29, which appears to be a transcription or summary of a lecture by Professor Walter B. Pillsbury on "Independents."
• The layout is typical of a weekly guide, with clear headings, dates, and organized listings of events and announcements.

This page provides a snapshot of cultural, educational, and artistic activities in Boston during the early 20th century, reflecting the community's engagement with music, art, religion, and intellectual discourse.

The image is a spread of pages from a vintage Boston guide, likely from the early 20th century. The pages are bound in a hardcover book with a black cover and gold trim. The pages are yellowed, indicating age. The top page has a title "This WEEK in Boston Day by Day" with a subtitle "Week of Feb. 10-16, 1929" and a list of events happening in Boston that week. The events include public skating at Boston Garden, services at various churches, and talks at the Old South Meeting House Forum. The bottom page has a title "SCHOLARSHIPS GIVEN FINE ARTS STUDENTS" and details about scholarships awarded by Harvard University to fine arts students. The scholarships are awarded based on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the President of Harvard University, the President of the Fogg Art Museum, the Directors of the Radcliffe College, the Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts, and others. The scholarships are intended to enable students to pursue advanced studies in the fine arts, whether in the history, principles, methods, or techniques of the arts.