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The image shows a document titled "Gazette City 27, 1929," which appears to be a bulletin from the City Art Museum of St. Louis. The document contains details about faculty appointments and meetings held in 1929.

Left Column:

Meeting of March 11, 1929:

• Gustavus Howard Maynadier was appointed as Assistant Professor of English for three years starting from September 1, 1929.
• Josephus Nelson Larned was appointed as Assistant Professor of Church History for three years starting from September 1, 1929.

Meeting of March 25, 1929:

• Willard Peabody Gerrish was appointed as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory for three years starting from September 1, 1929.
• Leonard Opdycke was appointed as Lecturer on Fine Arts for three years starting from September 1, 1929.
• Arthur Kilgore McComb was appointed as Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of the Fine Arts for three years starting from September 1, 1929.
• Albert Joseph McMullen was appointed as a Member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences for one year starting from September 1, 1929.
• George Walter Winship was appointed as Lecturer on the History of Printing for one year starting from September 1, 1929.

Meeting of April 8, 1929:

• Paul Henning was appointed as Research Fellow in Philosophy from March 1 to September 1, 1929.
• Hayne Masanune was appointed as Research Fellow in Embryology from March 1 to September 1, 1929.
• Robert Leslie Nichols was appointed as Assistant in Geology for the first half of the year 1929-30.
• Tibor Rado was appointed as Lecturer on Mathematics for the first half of the year 1929-30.

Right Column:

Appointment of Director:

The Board of Control of the City Art Museum announced the appointment of Charles Perry Davis as Acting Director following the death of Samuel L. Sherer.

Charles Perry Davis had previously served in various roles at the museum and had been connected with several other prestigious institutions, including the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York. He was also a member of the Fine Arts Department at Smith College and had served as the Assistant Director of the Baltimore Museum of Art.

The document highlights Davis's extensive experience and qualifications, emphasizing his leadership and administrative capabilities. It also mentions the high standards set by the late Mr. Sherer and expresses confidence that Davis will maintain these standards and continue the museum's development.

Overall, the document provides a detailed account of faculty appointments and the appointment of a new Acting Director for the City Art Museum of St. Louis in 1929.

The image is a page from a document titled "Gazette," dated April 27, 1929, and also includes a section from the "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis" dated April 1, 1929. The document primarily focuses on announcements regarding new appointments and meetings.

Meeting Announcements (March 11, 1929)

1. Gustavus Howard Maynard: Assigned as Assistant Professor of English for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

2. Johannes Abraham Christoffel Fagginger Auer: Appointed as Assistant Professor of Church History for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent from the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

3. B.D. (Moulton Theological School): Appointed as Instructor in Modern Languages for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

4. William Peabody Gerrish: Appointed as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent from the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

5. Leonard Opdycke: Appointed as Lecturer on Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent from the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

6. Arthur Kilgore McComb: Appointed as Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929, with consent from the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

7. Albert Joseph McMullen: Appointed as Lecturer on the History of Printing for one year starting September 1, 1929, with consent from the Board of Overseers on April 8, 1929.

Meeting Announcements (April 25, 1929)

1. Meeting of April 1 to September 1, 1929:

   • Paul Hennig, Ph.D., appointed as Research Fellow in Philosophy.
   • Hajime Masamune, A.B., M.D., appointed as Research Fellow in Chemistry.

2. For the first half of the year 1929-30:

   • Robert Leslie Nichols, S.B., appointed as Assistant in Geology.
   • Tibor Radó, Ph.D., appointed as Lecturer in Mathematics.

Appointment of Director (Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis, April 1, 1929)

The Board of Control announces the appointment of Mr. Meyric R. Rogers as the new Director of the City Art Museum. Mr. Rogers is noted for his administrative capacity, leadership, and extensive knowledge of the arts. He was previously Curator of the Museum of Fine Arts in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and the Baltimore Museum of Art. His background includes academic experience and contributions to various museums and institutions, making him a suitable choice to lead the City Art Museum of St. Louis. His appointment is expected to bring great credit and satisfaction to the city and its citizens.

The document is a bulletin from the City Art Museum of St. Louis, dated April 1929. It announces the appointment of Mr. Meyric R. Rogers as the new Director of the Museum, following the death of the previous Director, Samuel L. Sherer. Mr. Rogers is praised for his administrative capacity, leadership, and extensive knowledge of art history. He has an impressive background, including serving as the Director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and being a member of the Board of Advisors for the Baltimore Museum of Art. His experience and reputation are expected to bring great credit to the City Art Museum and the community. Additionally, the document lists various academic appointments and meetings, including the appointment of Gustavus Howard Maynard as Assistant Professor of English, Johannes Abraham Christoffel Fagginger Auer as Assistant Professor of Church History, and others, with their respective qualifications and roles.

The image displays two excerpts from a publication dated April 2, 1929, specifically from the "Gazette" and the "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis."

Gazette Section:

Meetings and Appointments:

1. Meeting of March 11, 1929:

   • Gustavus Howard Maynadier: Appointed as Assistant Professor of English for three years starting September 1, 1929.
   • Johannes Abraham Christopherson Fagginer Auer: Appointed as Assistant Professor of Church History for three years starting September 1, 1929.
   • B.D. (Isadore) Shoenberg: Appointed as Instructor in Romance Languages and Literatures for one year starting September 1, 1929.
   • Willard Peabody Gerrish: Appointed as Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering for three years starting September 1, 1929.
   • Leonard Oedyke: Appointed as Lecturer on Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929.
   • Arthur Kilgore McComb: Appointed as Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929.
   • Member of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences: Appointment for one year starting September 1, 1929.
   • Albert Joseph McMullen: Appointed as Lecturer on the History of Printing for one year starting September 1, 1929.

2. Meeting of April 8, 1929:

   • Paul Henmig: Appointment from March 1 to September 1, 1929, in Philosophy.
   • Hajime Masumune: Appointment as Research Fellow in Chemistry for the first half of the year 1929-30.
   • Robert Leslie Nichols: Appointment as Assistant in Geology.
   • Tibor Radó: Appointment as Lecturer on Mathematics.

Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis Section:

Appointment of Director:

• Mr. Charles Percy Davis was appointed Acting Director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis following the death of Samuel L. Sherer on September 14, 1928.
• The Board of Control expressed confidence in Mr. Davis's leadership and administrative abilities, as well as his extensive knowledge of the history of fine arts and his familiarity with museums in America and Europe.
• Mr. Davis, having been associated with the Museum for several years, was formally appointed Director starting October 1, 1929.
• The Board acknowledged the importance of the City Art Museum to St. Louis and its potential future growth under Mr. Davis’s leadership.

The text emphasizes the strategic appointments and the confidence placed in Mr. Davis to guide the City Art Museum of St. Louis towards future development and success.

The image is a page from a Gazette, specifically from April 25, 1929. It contains two main sections: a meeting summary from March 11, 1929, and an announcement regarding the appointment of a new director for the City Art Museum of St. Louis.

Meeting of March 11, 1929:

1. Gustavus Howard Maynadier was appointed Assistant Professor of English for three years, starting September 1, 1929. He had previously served as an Assistant in English at Harvard University from 1898 to 1909 and as an Instructor from 1899 to 1929.

2. Johannes Abraham Christoffel Fagginger Auer was appointed Assistant Professor of Church History for three years, starting September 1, 1929. He had been an Instructor in Church History and Philosophy of Religion at Tufts College from 1924 to 1926.

3. Willard Peabody Gerrish was appointed Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory for three years, starting September 1, 1929. He had previously been an Assistant in Mechanical Engineering at Harvard University from 1913 to 1919.

4. Leonard Opdycke was appointed Lecturer on Fine Arts for three years, starting September 1, 1929. He had been a Lecturer in Fine Arts at Harvard University from 1927 to 1929.

5. Arthur Kilgore McComb was appointed Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of Fine Arts for three years, starting September 1, 1929. He had been an Instructor in Fine Arts at Harvard University since 1927.

6. Albert Joseph McMullen was appointed Lecturer on the History of Printing for one year, starting September 1, 1929.

Meeting of April 8, 1929:

1. Appointments for the first half of the academic year 1929-30:
   • Paul Hennig as Research Fellow in Philosophy.
   • Hajime Masamune as Research Fellow in Chemistry.
   • Robert Leslie Nichols as Assistant in Geology.
   • Tibor Radó as Lecturer on Mathematics.

Appointment of Director:
The Board of Control of the City Art Museum of St. Louis announced the appointment of Mr. Meyric R. Rogers as the new Director, effective October 1, 1929. Rogers was praised for his extensive knowledge of art history and his administrative experience, having previously served as the Director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The board expressed confidence in his ability to lead the museum and enhance its reputation, noting his past achievements and the high standards he set at the Fogg Art Museum.

The image contains excerpts from a Gazette issue dated April 27, 1929, detailing meetings and appointments at Harvard University and the City Art Museum of St. Louis.

Meeting of March 11, 1929:

• Gustavus Howard Maynadier: Appointed Assistant Professor of English for three years starting September 1, 1929.
• Johannes Abraham Christoffel Fagginger Auer: Appointed Assistant Professor of Church History for three years starting September 1, 1929.
• Willard Peabody Gerrish: Appointed Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory for three years starting September 1, 1929.
• Leonard Opdycke: Appointed Lecturer on Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929.
• Arthur Kilgore McComb: Appointed Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of the Fine Arts for three years starting September 1, 1929.

Meeting of March 25, 1929:

• Albert Joseph McMullen: Appointed Lecturer on the History of Printing for one year starting September 1, 1929.

Meeting of April 8, 1929:

• Paul Hennig: Appointed Research Fellow in Philosophy from March 1 to September 1, 1929.
• Hajime Masamune: Appointed Research Fellow in Chemistry for the same period.
• Robert Leslie Nichols: Appointed Assistant in Geology for the first half of the year 1929-30.
• Tibor Radó: Appointed Lecturer on Mathematics.

Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis:

• Appointment of Director: The Board of Control announced the appointment of Mr. Meyric R. Rogers as the new Director of the City Art Museum, effective from October 1, 1929, following the death of Mr. Samuel L. Sherer on September 14, 1928.
• Background and Qualifications of Mr. Rogers:
  • Mr. Rogers has extensive experience in curation and administration from various museums, including the Fogg Art Museum (Cambridge), the Metropolitan Museum (New York), and the Baltimore Museum of Art.
  • He graduated from Harvard University with a degree in architecture and specialized in decorative arts and museum administration.
  • His work at the Fogg Art Museum, particularly during the construction of the new building, was noted for its high standards and significant contributions.
  • Mr. Rogers' appointment is seen as a forward-looking step for the museum, reflecting the city's commitment to cultural development and educational opportunities.

The image you've provided appears to be a scanned page from a historical document, specifically a bulletin or newsletter related to museum activities and academic appointments. The document has a header "Gazette" with the date April 29, 1929, and a secondary header "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis April, 1929." The text includes several sections that point out to meetings and appointments:

1. "MEETING OF MARCH 11, 1929" - It lists several academic positions and people assigned to them, with details about their roles and terms of service.
2. "MEETING OF MARCH 25, 1929" - Similar to the first section, it reports on academic appointments.
3. "MEETING OF APRIL 8, 1929" - Continues in the same vein as the previous sections, with focus on academic staff.
4. "APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR" - This section announces the appointment of Mr. Meyric R. Rogers as the Director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis after the death of Samuel L. Sherer on September 14, 1928.

The document gives a historical snapshot of institutional changes, educational staff appointments, and staff remembrance. It reflects a specific administrative and scholarly context of the time, and it would be of interest to historians or those researching the history of the City Art Museum of St. Louis or the associated academic institutions.

The image depicts a historical document with typewritten text on off-white paper. It is divided into two main sections:

1. Left Side (dated April 8, 1929):

   • Headed with "Meeting of March 11, 1929" and subsequent meeting dates.
   • Lists various academic and administrative appointments at Harvard University.
   • Includes names, positions, terms of employment, and brief credentials of appointees.
   • Noted fields include English, Church History, Mechanical Engineering, Astronomy, Fine Arts, Philosophy, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

2. Right Side (dated April 1929):

   • Titled "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis".
   • Announcement of the appointment of Dr. Meyric R. Rogers as Director following the death of Samuel L. Sherer.
   • Detailed background information about Dr. Rogers includes his educational achievements, professional experience, and contributions to various art institutions.
   • Mentions his association with institutions such as Harvard's Fogg Art Museum, the Massachusetts Metropolitan Museum, and Baltimore Museum of Art.

At the top of the document, handwritten in blue text, it says "Gazette Apr. 27, 1929". The document has three punched holes on the left-hand side, suggesting it may have been stored in a binder.

The image depicts a page from a bulletin or newsletter titled "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis", dated April 1929. The page is structured into two main sections, each containing distinct content.

Left Side: Gazette

The left side is labeled "Gazette" and dated April 27, 1929. It lists faculty appointments and appointments of instructors at Harvard University for the academic year 1929-1930. The content includes:

• Gustavus Howard Maynadier, Assistant Professor of English, appointed for three years from September 1, 1929.
• Johannes Abraham Christoffel Fagginger Auer, Assistant Professor of Church History, appointed for three years from September 1, 1929.
• Willard Peabody Gerrish, Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the Observatory, appointed for three years from September 1, 1929.
• Leonard Opdycke, Lecturer on Fine Arts, appointed for three years from September 1, 1929.
• Arthur Kilgore McComb, Instructor in Fine Arts and Tutor in the Division of Fine Arts, appointed for three years from September 1, 1929.
• Albert Joseph McMullen, A.M., Lecturer on the History of Printing, appointed for one year from September 1, 1929.
• Paul Henig, Ph.D., Research Fellow in Philosophy, Hajime Masamune, A.B., M.D., Research Fellow in Chemistry, Robert Leslie Nichols, S.B., Assistant in Geology, and Tibor Radó, Ph.D., Lecturer on Mathematics, all appointed for the first half of the year 1929-30.

Each appointment includes details such as the individual's academic credentials, previous positions, and the dates of their appointments, along with the consent given by the Board of Overseers.

Right Side: Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis

The right side is titled "Bulletin of the City Art Museum of St. Louis" and dated April 1929. It announces the appointment of a new director for the museum:

• Mr. Meyric R. Rogers is appointed as the new Director of the City Art Museum of St. Louis, effective September 14, 1929, following the death of Samuel L. Sherer on September 14, 1928.
• Mr. Rogers is described as having extensive qualifications, including:
  • A background in architecture from Harvard University.
  • A thesis on an "ideal Museum of Art," which attracted wide attention.
  • Experience as a consultant for several art museums, including the Fogg Art Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and the Baltimore Museum of Art.
  • Leadership and administrative skills, with a wide knowledge of art history and the cultural life of the community.
• The Board of Control expresses confidence in Mr. Rogers' ability to lead the museum and maintain its high standards, contributing to the cultural life of St. Louis.

Design and Layout

• The page is formatted in a clean, typed style typical of early 20th-century documents.
• The left side is organized into a list format with clear headings and subheadings.
• The right side is written in a more narrative style, providing context and details about the new director's qualifications and the board's decision.
• The page includes a header with the title and date, and there are faint markings (likely from a binding or filing system) visible on the left margin.

Overall Context

The document serves as an official record of academic and institutional appointments, reflecting the administrative and cultural activities of the time. It highlights the importance of faculty appointments at Harvard University and the strategic leadership changes at the City Art Museum of St. Louis.

This appears to be a document from the City Art Museum of St. Louis, dated April 1929. The document contains information about appointments and reappointments of various professors and lecturers at the museum for the academic year 1929-1930.

The document lists the names and positions of several individuals, along with their consent given by the Board of Overseers. The appointments span various departments, including English, Romance Languages and Literatures, Mechanical Engineering, Fine Arts, and Philosophy.

One notable appointment mentioned is that of Mr. Charles Percy Davis as the new Director of the City Art Museum, succeeding Mr. Myric R. Rogers, who had passed away. Mr. Davis was described as a man of outstanding leadership capacity, administrative ability, and taste, with a wide knowledge of the history of fine arts.

The document also provides brief biographies of some of the appointed individuals, highlighting their educational backgrounds, previous experiences, and areas of expertise. The appointments seem to be for a period of three years, starting from September 1, 1929.

Overall, the document serves as an official record of the appointments and reappointments made by the City Art Museum of St. Louis for the academic year 1929-1930, providing details about the individuals involved and their respective roles within the museum.