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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1928-November 1929

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The image appears to be a page from a college newspaper, specifically the "Gazette," dated May 18, 1929. The page contains several sections of text, likely news or announcements, about various events and activities at the institution.

  1. School of Architecture: This section mentions an exhibition of work by members of the School of Architecture, scheduled to begin on May 20, 1929. It details that Professor J.J. Haffner and K.J. Conant, along with Messrs. H.D. Murphy, H.B. Warren, and A.L. Ripley, will be represented in the exhibition, which will include watercolors, oil paintings, drawings, and work in other media. The exhibition will also feature students' work in Robinson Hall, showcasing their skills in freehand, life drawing, and watercolor. The Eugene Dodd Medal, awarded annually to the best student in freehand and watercolor, will be based on the display. Both exhibitions will remain on view for two weeks, closing on the first of June.

  2. Fogg Art Museum: This section discusses exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts, as well as exhibitions of paintings and drawings, showcasing nineteenth and twentieth-century works, and a loan exhibition of paintings and drawings. The recent acquisitions exhibition, featuring embroidery, prints, oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an antiphonary with illuminations by Lippo Vanni, is also mentioned. The Blake Exhibition in Gallery IX of the Fogg Art Museum, featuring original drawings, reproductions, and engravings by William Blake, is also described. The exhibition is connected to Professor Greenough's Course, English 52.

  3. Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education: This section provides information about the Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education. It states that the session will extend from July 8 to August 17, 1929. The courses offered include Anthropology, Architecture, Astronomy, Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Education, Engineering Sciences, English, Fine Arts, French, Geology, German, Government, Greek, History, Horticulture, Hygiene, Italian, Landscape Architecture, Latin, Mathematics, Medical Sciences, Music, Philosophy, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Public Speaking, Social Ethics, and Spanish. Most of these courses can be counted as half-courses toward the degrees of A.B., A.A., and S.B., but not in addition to the corresponding courses in Harvard College. The Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Faculty of the Graduate School of Education have approved a program consisting entirely of summer school work for the degrees of A.M. in certain fields of study and Ed.M. Undergraduates with an average of B or better during the previous academic year and men who have obtained the consent of the Dean of Harvard College may count toward the degrees of A.B. or S.B. two summer courses, but no undergraduate shall be permitted to obtain credit for more than one full course.

  4. Calendar Notes: This section announces a debate for the Pasteur Medal. The debate, held in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on May 13, 1929, at 8 o'clock, will discuss the topic, "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages." The candidates, chosen from those who spoke in the preliminary trial for the debate, are Peter John White Bove, David Demarest Lloyd, Aldo Lyon Raffa, and Harold Arnold Wolff. The judges will be Professor I.L. Winter, Emeritus, Professor L.J.A. Mercier, and Dr. A.C. Sprague. Professor F.C. Packard, Jr., will preside. The debate will be open to the public.

The page also includes a reference to the debate for the Pasteur Medal, with the topic of the debate being "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages." The debate is set for the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 8 p.m. and is mentioned as being on page 201.

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This image appears to be a scan of pages from an old book or publication, possibly a university or academic gazette from May 18, 1929, as indicated by handwriting on the page. The content includes several sections providing information about events, courses, and exhibitions related to a school of architecture, arts, sciences, and education.

Here's a breakdown of the visible sections:

Left Column:

  1. School of Architecture:

    • An exhibition of work by staff members is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 20, 1929, at the Old Fogg Museum. The work includes watercolors, oil paintings, drawings, and other media by Professors J.J. Haffner, K.J. Conant, and others.
    • An exhibition by architecture students in Robinson Hall will also start on May 20, featuring freehand drawings, life drawings, watercolors, and other forms. The Eugene Dodd Medal will be awarded based on this display.
    • Both exhibitions are set to remain on view for two weeks, closing on June 1.
  2. Fogg Art Museum:

    • The museum is hosting an exhibition of prints illustrating decorative arts and a small exhibition of 19th and 20th-century paintings and drawings, some on loan.
    • An exhibition of recent acquisitions includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an antiphonary with illuminations by Lippo Vanni.
    • A William Blake exhibition is also being held, featuring drawings, reproductions, and engravings related to his work.

Right Column:

  1. Summer School of Arts and Sciences and Education:

    • The Summer School session for 1929 runs from July 8 to August 17, offering courses in various subjects like anthropology, architecture, astronomy, chemistry, education, fine arts, languages, mathematics, physics, and more.
    • Some courses are accepted as half-courses toward degrees like A.B., A.A., and S.B., but not in addition to corresponding courses at Harvard College.
    • Undergraduate students meeting certain criteria may count summer courses toward their degree.
  2. Calendar Notes – Debate for the Pasteur Medal:

    • An annual debate for the Pasteur Medal will take place on May 13 at 8 PM in the Fogg Art Museum's Large Lecture Room. The subject is whether French industry can adopt American mass production methods without compromising individualistic advantages.
    • The four candidates chosen from the preliminary trial are listed, along with the judges and the moderator.

Additional Notes:

  • The bottom of the right column includes a footnote summarizing the debate topic and reiterating the event details.
  • The page has a yellowed appearance, indicating its age, and includes handwritten notations like "May 18, 1929" and "May 11, 1929," possibly for organizational purposes.

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This image shows a single, open page from a bound volume of the Harvard Gazette, dated May 18, 1929. The page is printed on aged, cream-colored paper and is bound in a dark, hardcover book with visible wear along the spine and edges. The layout is divided into two columns with traditional serif typography.

The content is informational, covering events and programs at Harvard University for that period:


Left Column:

  • SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE: Announces an exhibition starting Monday, May 20, featuring work by faculty members (Professors J. J. Huffer and K. J. Conant, and Messrs. H. D. Murphy, H. B. Warren, and A. L. Ripley) and students in Robinson Hall. The student exhibition will include freehand and life drawing, watercolor, etc., and will award the Eugene Dodd Medal. Both exhibitions will remain on view for two weeks, closing June 1.
  • FOGG ART MUSEUM: Lists several ongoing exhibitions:
    • Exhibition of Prints: Illustrating the decorative arts.
    • Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings: Featuring 19th and 20th-century works, including a loan exhibition.
    • Exhibition of Recent Accessions: Including embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture, pottery, and an anthology with illuminations by Lippo-Vanni.
    • Blake Exhibition: In Gallery IX, featuring original drawings, reproductions of watercolors for Young’s Night Thoughts, and engravings by Blake. This exhibition is connected to Professor Greenough’s English 52 course and will last about two weeks.

Right Column:

  • SUMMER SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES AND OF EDUCATION: Details the 1929 session (July 8 - August 17) and lists the courses offered (Anthropology, Architecture, Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Education, etc.). Explains credit policies: most courses are accepted as half-courses toward A.B., A.A., and S.B. degrees (but not counted toward corresponding courses in Harvard College). A special program for A.M. and Ed.M. degrees may be presented entirely from summer work. It also notes a policy change: Harvard undergraduates with an average of B or better (or men with special reasons approved by the Dean) may now count two summer courses toward their degree, though no undergraduate can receive credit for more than one full course.

Calendared Events (Boxed Note):

  • Gazette - May 11, 1929: CALENDAR NOTES This section, also dated May 11, 1929, announces:
    • Debate for the Pasteur Medal: To be held Monday, May 13, at 8:00 PM in the Large Lecture Room, Fogg Art Museum. The subject: "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages."
    • Lists the four speakers: Peter John White Boyd, David Demarest Lloyd, Aldo Lyon Raffa, Harold Arnold Wolfe.
    • Lists the judges: Professor I. L. Winter (Emeritus), Professor L. J. A. Mercier, Dr. A. C. Sprague, and Professor F. C. Packard, Jr. (who will preside). The debate is open to the public.

Additional Notes:

  • At the bottom left, a footnote references the Pasteur Medal debate again: "See page 201."
  • A handwritten note, possibly from a later date or a different issue, "Gazette - May 11, 1929," is scrawled near the bottom right of the page, overlapping the printed text.

Overall, the page serves as a snapshot of academic and cultural life at Harvard in the spring of 1929, providing students and the public with information about exhibitions, course offerings, and scheduled events like the Pasteur Medal debate.

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The image is a scanned page from a magazine or publication, dated May 18, 1929. The page contains several articles and announcements related to the Fogg Art Museum and the School of Architecture at Harvard University.

The first section, titled "SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE," announces an exhibition of works by members of the School of Architecture staff, to be held from May 20 to June 1. The exhibition will feature oil paintings, drawings, and watercolors, and the best student work will be awarded the Eugene Dodd Medal.

The second section, titled "SUMMER SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES AND OF EDUCATION," provides information about the Summer School's extended session from July 8 to August 17. The Summer School offers courses in various subjects, including Astronomy, Chemistry, Economics, Architecture, and more. Students can earn credit towards the degree of A.B. or A.A. through these courses.

The third section, titled "Fogg Art Museum," announces an exhibition of prints, paintings, and drawings from the museum's collection, as well as a loan exhibition of paintings and drawings. The Fogg Art Museum also hosts an exhibition of recent acquisitions, including prints, paintings, sculptures, and embroideries.

The fourth section, titled "Exhibition of Recent Accessions," provides details about an exhibition of recent acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including prints, paintings, sculptures, and embroideries. The exhibition also features an antiphonary with illuminations by Lippo Vanni.

The fifth section, titled "Blake Exhibition," announces an exhibition of works by William Blake, including original drawings, reproductions of watercolor drawings, engravings, and a copy of "Young's Night Thoughts" with engravings by Blake. The exhibition is arranged in connection with Professor Greenough's course, English 32.

The final section, titled "Debate for the Pasteur Medal," announces a debate on the topic of whether French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without compromising its individualistic advantages. The debate will be held on May 13 at 8 PM in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image depicts an open book with two pages visible. The left page has a heading "Gazette" at the top, followed by "SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE" and a date "May 18, 1929." The text on this page appears to be an announcement or article about an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions an exhibition of prints, an exhibition of paintings and drawings, and an exhibition of recent accessions. The right page also has a heading "Gazette" at the top, followed by "SUMMER SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES AND OF EDUCATION" and a date "May 19, 1929." The text on this page seems to be an announcement or article about the extension of the Summer School of Arts and Sciences and Education, with details about the courses offered and the faculty involved.

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The image shows a page from a publication titled "Gazette", dated May 18, 1929. The page contains several sections of text, including announcements, exhibition details, and academic information. Here is a detailed description:

Header and Title

  • The top of the page features the title "Gazette" in bold, cursive script.
  • The date "May 18, 1929" is written below the title.

Main Sections

The page is divided into several sections, each discussing different topics related to art, education, and exhibitions.

1. School of Architecture

  • Exhibition Announcement:
    • An exhibition of work by members of the staff of the School of Architecture will be held at the Fogg Museum on Monday, May 20.
    • The exhibition will feature work by Professors J. H. Huber, K. J. Conant, Messrs. H. D. Murphy, H. B. Warren, and A. L. Ripley.
    • The work includes watercolors, oil paintings, drawings, and work in other media.
    • A student exhibition will also take place on the same day, featuring work in frehand, life drawing, water color, etc.
    • The best student work will be awarded the Eugene Dodd Medal, and the display will remain open for two weeks, closing on June.

2. Fogg Art Museum

  • Exhibition of Prints:
    • The Fogg Art Museum is currently exhibiting prints illustrating the decorative arts.
  • Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings:
    • The Fogg Art Museum has opened a small exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth-century paintings and drawings.
    • A loan exhibition of paintings and drawings is also on display.
  • Exhibition of Recent Accessions:
    • An exhibition of recent acquisitions at the Fogg Art Museum includes embroidery, prints, photography, illustrations, sculpture, and pottery.
    • An anti-terial has been acquired by Lippo-Vanni, and this purchase or gift will be on display for several weeks.
  • Blake Exhibition:
    • An exhibition of works by William Blake is being held in Gallery IX of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The exhibition includes original drawings, reproductions, engravings, and watercolor drawings.
    • It features works such as Young’s Night Thoughts, engravings for the Book of Job, Dante, and Anacreon.
    • A copy of Young’s Night Thoughts illustrated by Blake is also on display.
    • The exhibition was arranged in connection with Professor Emerson’s Course, English 52, and will continue for about two weeks.

3. Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education

  • Course Information:
    • The Summer School will extend from Monday, July 8, to Saturday, August 17.
    • Courses will be offered in various fields, including Anthropology, Architecture, Astronomy, Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Education, Engineering, Sciences, English, Fine Arts, French, Geology, Hygiene, Government, Greek, History, Horticulture, Music, Public Speaking, Physical Education, Physics, Psychology, Philosophy, Social Sciences, and Spanish.
    • Most courses are accepted as half-courses toward degrees at Harvard College.
    • The Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Faculty of the Graduate School of Education have approved the Summer School’s program.
    • Undergraduate students with an average of B or better may study for the degree of A.M. in certain fields during the summer, provided they have obtained consent from the Dean of Harvard College.
    • Special reasons may allow undergraduates to count toward the degree of A.B. or S.B. for the Summer School of 1929.
    • Undergraduate students may be allowed to count toward the degree of S.B. for two summer courses but no undergraduate shall be permitted to obtain credit for more than one full course.

4. Gazette - May 14, 1929 Calendar Notes

  • Debate for the Pasteur Medal:
    • The annual debate for the Pasteur Medal will be held on Monday, May 13, at 8 o’clock in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The subject of the debate is:

      "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages."

    • The debate will feature speeches by the following candidates:
      • Peter John White Boen, '29, of Schenectady, N.Y.
      • David Demarest Lloyd, '31, of Somerville, N.J.
      • Harold Ivan Rafto, SpV., of West Hartford.
      • Hanson Axelrod Wolfe, '29, of Roxbury.
    • The judges will be:
      • Professor J. A. Mercier, Jr.
      • Professor A. C. Sprague
      • Professor F. C. Packard
    • The debate will be open to the public.

Footer

  • The page includes a handwritten note at the bottom:

    "Gazette - May 14, 1929"
    This indicates that the page is part of a larger publication, likely a university or institutional newsletter.

Overall Context

The page serves as an informational bulletin, providing details about upcoming exhibitions, academic programs, and events at the Fogg Art Museum and the Summer School of Arts and Sciences. It reflects the cultural and educational activities of the time, highlighting the integration of art, architecture, and academic discourse. The inclusion of debates and exhibitions suggests a vibrant academic and artistic community.

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The image shows a page from an old Gazette, dated May 18, 1929. The page is divided into two columns, with the left column containing information about the School of Architecture and the right column containing information about the Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education.

Left Column:

  • School of Architecture:
    • Beginning Monday, May 20, there will be an exhibition of some of the work of several members of the staff of the School of Architecture in the Old Fogg Museum.
    • Professors J.J. Haffner and K.J. Conant, and Messrs. H.D. Murphy, H.B. Warren, and A.L. Ripley will be represented in the exhibition, which will include water colors, oil paintings, drawings, and work in other media.
    • The students in the School of Architecture will hold an exhibition in Robinson Hall, showing their work in fresco, life drawing, water color, etc.
    • On the basis of this display will be awarded the Eugene Dold Medal, which is given annually to the best student in freehand and water color.
    • Both exhibitions will remain on view for two weeks, closing on the first of June.
  • Fogg Art Museum:
    • Exhibition of Prints
    • The Fogg Art Museum is now showing an exhibition of prints illustrating the decorative arts.
    • Exhibitions of Paintings and Drawings
    • The Fogg Art Museum has opened a small exhibition of nineteenth and twentieth century paintings and drawings.
    • A loan exhibition of paintings and drawings is also being shown.
    • These exhibitions will be on display for several weeks.
  • Exhibition of Recent Accessions:
    • An exhibition of recent accessions has been opened at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • It includes embroideries, prints, Oriental paintings, sculpture and pottery, and an anti-phonicary with illuminations by Lippo-Vanini.
    • This material has been acquired by the Museum either by purchase or gift.
  • Blake Exhibition:
    • An exhibition of works by William Blake is being held in Gallery IX of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • There are original drawings, reproductions of watercolor drawings for Young's Night Thoughts, engravings for the Book of Job, Dante, and America, and a copy of Young's Night Thoughts illustrated with engravings made by Blake from his watercolor drawings.
    • The exhibition was arranged in connection with Professor Greenough's Course, English 53, and will continue for about two weeks.

Right Column:

  • Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education:
    • In 1929, the session of the Summer School will extend from Monday, July 8, to Saturday, August 17.
    • Courses will be offered in Anthropology, Architecture, Astronomy, Botany, Chemistry, Economics, Education, Engineering Sciences, English, Fine Arts, French, German, Government, Greek, History, Horticulture, Hygiene, Italian, Landscape Architecture, Latin, Mathematics, Medical Sciences, Philosopy, Physical Education, Physiology, Psychology, Public Speaking, Social Ethics, and Spanish.
    • Most of these courses are accepted as half-courses toward the degrees of A.B., A.M., and S.B., but can not be counted in addition to the corresponding Faculty of Arts and Sciences and the Faculty of the Graduate School of Education, a programme consisting entirely of summer school work may be presented for the degree of A.M. in certain fields of study and for the degree of Ed.M.
    • Harvard undergraduates with an average of B or better during the previous academic year and men who, for special reasons, have obtained the consent of the Dean of Harvard College, may, in the Summer School of 1929, be allowed to count toward the degree of A.B. or S.B. two summer courses, but no undergraduate shall be permitted to obtain credit for more than one full course.
  • Calendar Notes:
    • Debate for the Pasteur Medal
    • The annual debate for the Pasteur Medal for the best speech in English on some topic of contemporary French politics will be held in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum on Monday, May 13, at 8 o'clock.
    • The subject of the debate will be, "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages."
    • The following candidates, chosen from those who spoke in the preliminary trial for the debate, will be the speakers:
      • Peter John White Bete, '29, of Schenectady, N.Y.
      • David Demarest Lloyd, '28, of Plainfield, N.J.
      • Aldo Lyon Raffa, Sp., of West Somerville.
      • Harold Arnold Wolfe, '29, of Roxbury.
    • The judges will be Professor I.L. Winter, Emeritus, Professor L.J. Mercier, and Dr. A.C. Sprague.
    • Professor F.C. Packard, Jr., will preside. The debate will be open to the public.

Debate for the Pasteur Medal:

  • Subject: "Resolved, That French industry may adopt American methods of mass production without fear of compromising its individualistic advantages."
  • Date: May 13, 1929
  • Time: 8 o'clock
  • Location: Large Lecture Room, Fogg Art Museum
  • Speakers:
    • Peter John White Bete, '29, of Schenectady, N.Y.
    • David Demarest Lloyd, '28, of Plainfield, N.J.
    • Aldo Lyon Raffa, Sp., of West Somerville.
    • Harold Arnold Wolfe, '29, of Roxbury.
  • Judges:
    • Professor I.L. Winter, Emeritus
    • Professor L.J. Mercier
    • Dr. A.C. Sprague
  • Presiding Judge: Professor F.C. Packard, Jr.

This image provides a detailed description of the events and activities taking place at Harvard University in May 1929, including exhibitions, debates, and lectures. The page is divided into two columns, with the left column containing information about the School of Architecture and the right column containing information about the Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education. The page also includes a calendar of events, including the annual debate for the Pasteur Medal, which will take place on May 13, 1929.

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The image is a page from a gazette, dated May 18, 1929. The page features several sections, including "SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE," "SUMMER SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCES AND OF EDUCATION," "FOGG ART MUSEUM," and "DEBATE FOR THE PASTEUR MEDAL." Each section contains information about upcoming events, exhibitions, and courses.

The page appears to be a scanned copy of an original document, with handwritten notes and annotations throughout. The text is written in black ink on a beige background, with some sections highlighted or underlined for emphasis. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the academic and cultural activities of the time period, highlighting the importance of education, art, and debate in the community.

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The image shows a page from a book or document, likely a newspaper or journal, with the title "Gazette" written at the top. The page is dated May 18, 1929, and features several articles and announcements related to Harvard University.

Content:

  • The page includes several sections, including:
    • "School of Architecture"
    • "Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education"
    • "Fogg Art Museum"
    • "Calendar Notes"

Key Points:

  • The "School of Architecture" section announces an exhibition of student work, including watercolors, oil paintings, drawings, and other media.
  • The "Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education" section lists the courses offered during the summer session, including anthropology, astronomy, botany, chemistry, economics, education, engineering sciences, English, fine arts, French, geology, German, government, Greek, history, horticulture, hygiene, Italian, landscape architecture, Latin, mathematics, medical sciences, music, philosophy, physical education, physics, psychology, public speaking, social ethics, and Spanish.
  • The "Fogg Art Museum" section announces several exhibitions, including an exhibition of prints, an exhibition of paintings and drawings, an exhibition of recent accessions, and a Blake exhibition.
  • The "Calendar Notes" section includes information about a debate for the Pasteur Medal, which will be held on May 13 at 8 o'clock in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall:

The page provides information about various events and activities taking place at Harvard University in May 1929, including exhibitions, courses, and debates.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from Harvard University's school newspaper, dated May 18, 1929. The page is divided into two columns, featuring various articles and announcements.

Left Column:

  • School of Architecture: An exhibition of works by several members of the staff will be held in the Old Museum, showcasing watercolors, oil paintings, drawings, and other media.
  • Fogg Art Museum: The museum is hosting an exhibition of prints illustrating decorative arts, as well as exhibitions of paintings and drawings, and recent accessions.
  • Blake Exhibition: An exhibition of works by William Blake is being held in Gallery IX of the Fogg Art Museum.

Right Column:

  • Summer School of Arts and Sciences and of Education: Information about the summer school program, including courses offered and dates.
  • Calendar Notes: A debate for the Pasteur Medal will be held on May 13 at 8 p.m. in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum.

Handwritten Notes:

  • "Gazette - May 18, 1929" at the top of the left column
  • "Gazette - May 11, 1929" at the bottom of the right column

Overall:

The newspaper clipping provides a snapshot of events and exhibitions happening at Harvard University in May 1929, including art exhibitions, academic programs, and debates. The handwritten notes suggest that the clipping was likely taken from a bound collection of newspapers, with the dates indicating when the articles were published.