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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

ARCH.2003.24, Rendition: 796313

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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.

  1. Advertisement for B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre:

    • The top left features an advertisement for the B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre, which boasts a seating capacity of 5,000,000 (presumably a typo, should be 5,000). It lists several performers and shows available at the theatre, such as Belle Baker, Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis, Robert Warwick, Von Grona, and Dorothy MacKaill and Jack Mulhall in "Waterfront." It also mentions the Van & Schenck band and a Wurlitzer organ performance.
  2. Schedule of Events:

    • The main section of the page contains a detailed schedule of events for Thursday. This includes activities for various venues such as Boston Garden, Boston Navy Yard, Fogg Art Museum, Museum of Fine Arts, and Boston Garden. Events range from dances and luncheons to lectures and exhibitions, including a lecture by Dr. Kenneth J. Conant at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Scholarship Information:

    • On the right side, there is an article about scholarships given to fine arts students at Harvard University. The article discusses the establishment of fellowships with specific conditions and deadlines for applications.
  4. Other Information:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a note about the Harvard Society of Contemporary Art postponing its opening for a week, with details about the reason for the postponement and future plans for the exhibition.

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.

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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.

Details:

Left Page:

  • Title: The page prominently advertises "The New $5,000,000 B.F. Keith Memorial Theatre," highlighting its three entrances on Washington Street, Tremont Street, and Mason Street.
  • Entertainment: It lists shows and performers such as:
    • Belle Baker, referred to as "The Incomparable."
    • Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis in "The Bee and The Fox."
    • Robert Warwick in a new playlet, "Her Voice."
    • Von Grona, described as a "Sensational German Dancer."
    • Dorothy MacKail and Jack Mulhall in a feature film, "Waterfront."
    • The B.F. Keith Ensemble with Earl Weidner at the Mighty Wurlitzer.
  • Van & Schenck: A section advertises "The Pennant-Winning Battery of Songland" with matinees at 1:00 PM and evenings at 7:00 PM. Matinee seats cost 50 cents, while evening seats are 75 cents.

Right Page:

  • Thursday Activities: It contains a list of events and functions happening on a Thursday, primarily taking place at hotels and establishments such as the Elks Hotel, Copley Plaza, State Dining Room, etc. These events include dinners, bridge parties, luncheons, and dances.
  • Boston Navy Yard: An invitation to tourists to visit the historic Navy Yard at Charlestown, specifically mentioning the USS Constitution.
  • Fogg Art Museum: Information about exhibitions such as Maya Art, Japanese Folk Pottery, and an illustrated lecture on "The Monastery of Cluny—Recent Excavations and Research."
  • Museum of Fine Arts: Details about its location, open hours, and free guided tours. A schedule of classes and activities is also listed, including needlework, free guidance in galleries, modern decorative arts, prints, and weaving.

Other Notes:

  • There's a smaller section about "Scholarships Given Fine Arts Students," describing fellowships at Harvard University.
  • The text mentions the involvement of various institutions and organizations, including the Harvard Society of Contemporary Art, which is postponing its opening due to a delay in furnishings.

Overall:

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.

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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:

  • Belle Baker, billed as “The Incomparable,” performing exclusive songs.
  • Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis in “The Bee and The Fox.”
  • Robert Warwick in a new playlet, “Her Voice.”
  • Von Grona, a “Sensational German Dancer.”
  • Plus “Other R.K.O Stars” — specifically Dorothy MacKaill and Jack Mulhall in the film “Waterfront.”

Additional acts listed:

  • Earl Weidner at the Mighty Wurlitzer organ
  • Jean Greene, Conducting
  • Pathe News and Topics of the Day

Below that, an announcement for next week’s show:

  • Van & Schenck — “The Pennant-Winning Battery of Songland”

Ticket prices:

  • Matinees: 1:00 Sundays, Saturdays, and holidays
  • Evenings: 7:00
  • Matinee seats: 50¢
  • Evening seats: 75¢

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:

  • The Goodfellows Club (Dinner)
  • Mrs. Joseph Bear and Party (Bridge at Tea Room)
  • Hadassah Course (at Parlor A, Copley Plaza)
  • Mrs. H.C. Tewksbury (Luncheon, Salon)
  • Tea Dancers Club (Dance)
  • Lambda Alpha Epsilon (Dance at State Suite, Copley Plaza)
  • Army and Navy Club (Luncheon at Café, Hotel Bellevue)
  • Charlestown Hospital Training School (Annual Ball)
  • Mrs. Twitchell (Luncheon at Room O, Hotel Vendome)
  • Massachusetts-Maine Daughters (Meeting and Tea)
  • Front and Back Banquet Halls (Dance)

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:

  • Maya Art (lent by the Peabody Museum)
  • Drawings by Old and Modern Masters
  • Loan Exhibition of Japanese Folk Pottery
  • Illustrated lecture by Dr. Kenneth J. Conant on “The Monastery of Cluny—Recent Excavations and Research”

Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Ave., Boston
List of free guided tours and classes with times and instructors, including:

  • 10:00: Craft Class — Needlework (Miss Ives)
  • 11:00: Free Guidance in the Galleries (Mrs. Sayward)
  • 11:30: Modern Decorative Arts and Its Antecedents (Miss Doane)
  • 1:00: The Romantic Tradition (Mr. Rossiter)
  • 1:00: Prints — Mrs. Charles Gaston Smith’s group (Mr. Clark)
  • 1:30: The History of Design (fee) (Miss Ives)
  • 3:00: Weaving — Washington School

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.


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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.

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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.

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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.

Left Column:

  • Headline: "THE NEW B. F. KEITH MEMORIAL THEATRE 3 ENTRANCES"
    • This indicates the advertisement is for a theater named after B. F. Keith, emphasizing its new status and multiple entrances.
  • Main Feature: "BELLE BAKER 'The Incomparable' HARRY FOX with BEATRICE CURTIS 'The Bee and The Fox' ROBERT WARWICK 'In a New Playlet 'Her Voice' VON GRONA Sensational German Dancer OTHER R.K.O. STARS Dorothy MacKail and Jack Mullhall 'WATERFRONT'"
    • This section promotes a theatrical performance featuring Belle Baker, Harry Fox, Beatrice Curtis, Robert Warwick, Von Grona, Dorothy MacKail, and Jack Mullhall in a play titled "Waterfront." It highlights the star-studded cast and the title of the production.
  • Performance Details:
    • The show is scheduled for Thursday, February 14, 1929.
    • The venue is the B. F. Keith Memorial Theatre, located at Washington St. and Mason St.
    • Performance times are listed: Matinees at 1:00 PM and 8:00 PM, with evening shows at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
    • The ensemble includes Earl Weidner, Jean Greene, and Pathe News, with Mighty Wurlitzer as the accompanying orchestra.
  • Additional Information:
    • The text mentions "The Famous Stage and Screen Star" and "The Permanent-Winning Battery of Songland," suggesting the theater's reputation and the quality of its productions.

Right Column:

  • Headline: "BOSTON GARDEN—Thursday"
    • This section provides details about events happening at the Boston Garden on the same day (Thursday, February 14, 1929).
  • Hotel Functions:
    • Lists various social events, including dinners, teas, and meetings at different venues such as the Goodfellows Club, Hotel Bellevue, and others. Specific times and locations are provided for each event.
  • Boston Navy Yard:
    • An invitation is extended to tourists to visit the historic Navy Yard at Charlestown, with an emphasis on viewing the ships, including the "Constitution" ("Old Ironsides") and the veteran ship of the Navy.
  • Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, Cambridge:
    • Details an exhibition of drawings by Old and Modern Masters, lent by the Pasadena Academy of Arts. The exhibition includes works by Maya Deren and others, with a research associate lecture by Dr. Kenneth J. Conant on the subject of "The Monastery of Cluny—Recent Excavations and Research."
  • Museum of Fine Arts, Huntington Ave., Boston:
    • Lists topics of the day, including free guided tours, craft demonstrations, and lectures on modern decorative art and its applications. Specific times and instructors are mentioned, such as Mrs. Ives Sawyer and Miss Rosette.
  • Scholarly Awards:
    • A section titled "SCHOLARS GIVEN FINE ARTS STUDENTS" details awards offered by the Corporation to Make the Awards on May 1st. It mentions fellowships with stipends of $2,000 each, awarded to students of fine arts, architecture, or design. The awards are funded by the Fogg Art Museum and are open to American or European men or women.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a small transcript or note at the top right corner, dated "Feb. 14 '29," which appears to be a handwritten or typed note, possibly related to the content or a personal annotation.
  • The layout and design are typical of early 20th-century newspapers, with dense text, clear headings, and organized sections for different types of information (theater, social events, exhibitions, etc.).

Overall Impression:

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.

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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.

  • Theater Performances
    • The left side of the page lists various theater performances, including "Belle Baker: The Incomparable" and "Harry Fox with Beatrice Curtis: The Bee and the Fox."
    • The performances are listed in a column, with each show's name and details (such as time, date, and location) provided below it.
    • The list also includes information about the performers, such as their names and backgrounds.
  • Scholarships for Fine Arts Students
    • The right side of the page features a column of text discussing scholarships given to fine arts students.
    • The text explains that the Corporation of Harvard University has established a fund to provide scholarships to students pursuing advanced studies in the history, philosophy, or methods of the fine arts.
    • The scholarships are open to any American or European man or woman and are awarded annually on the basis of evidence submitted by the applicants.
    • The text also mentions that the Corporation of Harvard University makes these awards on the recommendation of a committee consisting of the President of Radcliffe College, the Directors of the Fogg Art Museum, the Chairman of the Division of Fine Arts, and the Chairman of the Department of Fine Arts, Harvard University.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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:

  • Belle Baker
  • Harry Fox
  • Robert Warwick
  • Von Grona
  • Dorothy MacKaill and Jack Mulhall

The right page appears to be a continuation of the same publication, with articles and advertisements related to:

  • The Boston Garden
  • Hotel Functions
  • The Fogg Art Museum
  • The Museum of Fine Arts

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.