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ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796313
The image shows a page from a vintage publication, likely a weekly guide or newspaper, titled "Boston's Official Weekly Guide 'This Week in Boston'." The page is divided into several sections, each containing different information.
Advertisement for B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre:
Schedule of Events:
Scholarship Information:
Other Information:
The page is dated "Feb. 12, '29," indicating it is from February 12, 1929. The paper appears aged, with some discoloration and slight wear, reflecting its vintage nature.
This image is a scan of a book or document from an older time period, showing what appears to be a magazine or guide called "This Week in Boston." The content is printed on aged, yellowed pages, giving it a vintage look. The text provides information about various events, venues, and cultural activities in Boston.
The document provides a snapshot of cultural and social events in Boston during a specific time period, likely in the early 20th century. It reflects the importance of theater, art, music, and other forms of entertainment and education in the city. The language, formatting, and advertisements have a distinct historical feel.
This image displays an open, vintage book or scrapbook, showing two pages from what appears to be a Boston weekly guide or newspaper clipping dated February 1929. The pages have aged, yellowed paper and are bound in a dark, worn cover. Some clippings on the left page are taped or glued in place.
Here’s a breakdown of the content on each page:
Left Page (Page 12 - likely a newspaper or magazine ad section)
This page features prominent advertisements for the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, described as “The New $5,000,000 B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, 3 Entrances,” located at 586 Washington St., Boston, at Mason St.
Headlining acts include:
Additional acts listed:
Below that, an announcement for next week’s show:
Ticket prices:
Right Page (Page 15 - “Boston’s Official Weekly Guide ‘This Week in Boston’”)
This page is a structured calendar of events and announcements for Thursday, likely February 14, 1929.
Hotel Functions
Lists luncheons and dinners at various Boston hotels including:
Boston Navy Yard
A civic invitation to tourists to visit the historic Navy Yard at Charlestown to see public works and the veteran ship “Constitution” (“Old Ironsides”).
Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass.
Details on current exhibitions including:
Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Ave., Boston
List of free guided tours and classes with times and instructors, including:
Bottom Right Column: “Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students”
Announcement dated Feb. 12, ’29: Harvard University, via the Corporation and under the direction of Arthur Sachs ’01 (Director of the Fogg Art Museum), has established two fellowships worth $2,000 each for a full year and one fellowship of $1,000 for half a year, to be awarded annually to scholars of proven ability — students, instructors, or others — to pursue advanced studies in art history, principles, or methods. The awards are open to any American or European man or woman. Recipients may be re-appointed if suitable candidates are unavailable. Applications for 1929 were due to Professor George H. Chase, Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts, Harvard University, by March 1, 1929.
A small orange sticker at the top right corner reads: “Transcript Feb. 10, ’29” and mentions Professor Walter H. Sage, associate director of the Fogg Museum, giving a talk at the Dahly of the Independent Artists, 40 Boylston Street on Sunday afternoon at 3:30 o’clock.
Summary:
This image provides a rich, historical snapshot of Boston’s cultural and social life in mid-February 1929, showcasing the vibrant entertainment scene centered around the Keith Theatre, the structured social calendar of Boston’s elite in hotel clubs and luncheons, scholarly and public offerings at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum and the Museum of Fine Arts, and institutional developments like the founding of new art scholarships at Harvard. The scrapbook format suggests this was preserved as a record of personal or professional interest in Boston’s cultural activities during the late 1920s.
The image shows an open book with two pages displayed. The left page is a newspaper clipping featuring a bold headline "THE NEW $5,000,000 B. F. KEITH MEMORIAL THEATRE 3 ENTRANCES" with a smaller subheading "WASHINGTON ST. MASSACHUSETTS ST. MASON ST." Below the headline, there are names of performers and the shows they are performing in, including "BELLE BAKER 'The Incomparable'" and "HARRY FOX" with "BEATRIX CURTIS." The right page contains an article titled "SCHOLARSHIPS GIVEN FINE ARTS STUDENTS" discussing awards given to students in the Fine Arts program at Harvard University. The article mentions that two fellowships are awarded with an income of $2,000 each for a full year, and one with an income of $1,000 for a half-year. The article also explains the selection process and the purpose of the scholarships, which is to enable students to pursue advanced studies in art history, principles, or methods.
The image shows an open book with two pages. The left page has the heading "B.F. Keith Memorial" and lists several events, including "Belle Baker 'The Incomparable'" and "Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis in 'The Bee and The Fox'." The right page has the heading "Thursday" and lists events such as "Boston Garden-American Legion Carnival, Evening" and "Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge, Mass." The book is open to page 15.
The image depicts a page from a historical newspaper or publication, likely from the early 20th century, given the style of typography and layout. The page is open to two adjacent columns of text, formatted in a classic newspaper style with clear headings and structured content.
The image captures a snapshot of cultural and social life in Boston on February 14, 1929, highlighting theatrical performances, social gatherings, art exhibitions, and educational opportunities. The page serves as a historical document, reflecting the entertainment, art, and scholarly activities of the time.
The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, with the left side featuring a list of theater performances and the right side containing a column of text about scholarships given to fine arts students.
In summary, the image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine that lists theater performances and discusses scholarships given to fine arts students. The left side of the page features a list of theater performances, including "Belle Baker: The Incomparable" and "Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis: The Bee and the Fox." The right side of the page features a column of text discussing scholarships given to fine arts students, including information about the eligibility criteria and the application process.
The image shows an open book with a page on the left displaying a list of theater performances and a page on the right featuring a list of events for Thursday. The left page has a title that reads "THE NEW B.F. KEITH MEMORIAL THEATRE" in large letters, followed by a list of upcoming performances, including "BELLE BAKER 'The Incomparable'" and "HARRY FOX with BEATRICE CURTIS in 'The Bee and The Fox'". The right page has a title that reads "Thursday" and lists various events, such as "BOSTON GARDEN - American Legion Carnival. Evening." and "SCHOLARSHIPS GIVEN FINE ARTS STUDENTS". The background of the image is a plain gray color.
Overall, the image appears to be a page from a book or magazine that provides information about upcoming events and performances in Boston. The left page focuses on theater performances, while the right page lists various events taking place on Thursday.
The image depicts an open book with yellowed pages, showcasing a collection of newspaper clippings and advertisements from 1929. The left page features a prominent advertisement for the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, highlighting a performance by Belle Baker, "The Incomparable," accompanied by Harry Fox and Beatrice Curtis in "The Bee and The Fox." The ad also mentions Robert Warwick in a new playlet, "Her Voice," and Von Grono, a sensational German dancer. Additionally, it lists other R-K-O stars on the screen, including Dorothy MacKail and Jack Mulhall in "Waterfront."
The center page is headed "Thursday" and appears to be a calendar of events for that day, detailing various activities at different venues such as the Boston Garden, Boston Navy Yard, and Fogg Art Museum. The right page contains an article titled "Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students," discussing the awarding of scholarships to fine arts students.
The book's cover is black, and it is bound with a black ribbon. The background of the image is white, suggesting that it may be a product photo or a scan of the book. Overall, the image presents a nostalgic glimpse into the cultural and entertainment landscape of 1929, with its vintage advertisements and news articles providing a fascinating snapshot of the era.
The image presents a vintage newspaper or magazine, likely from the early 20th century, with yellowed pages and black text. The left page features an advertisement for the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, showcasing various performances, including:
The right page appears to be a continuation of the same publication, with articles and advertisements related to:
A notable article on the right page discusses scholarships for fine arts students at Harvard University, providing two fellowships with an income of $2,000 per year and one with an income of $1,000 for a half-year.
The overall design of the publication suggests that it is a weekly guide, possibly titled "This Week in Boston," which provides information on local events, performances, and cultural activities in Boston during that time period.