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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 793894

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The image shows two pages from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The pages are numbered 3 and 5. The content includes text and a photograph.

Page 3:

  • The text discusses the services offered to undergraduates and alumni, specifically focusing on the importance of providing opportunities and insurance against accidents for alumni.
  • It mentions a book titled "The Social Influence of the Automobile" by Steven Wagon, which discusses the impact of automobiles on American family life.
  • The text highlights the positive aspects of automobiles, such as increased social interaction and the ability to travel to different places, while also noting the negative aspects like the dangers of speeding and the impact on social life.
  • It concludes by mentioning that the manufacturers are not to blame for the misuse of automobiles.

Page 5:

  • The top of the page features a photograph of Langdell Hall with the caption "Langdell Hall As It Is Today."
  • Below the photograph, there is a list of upcoming lectures and events, including details about the speakers and their topics.
  • Notable speakers mentioned include Arthur Burkhard, Arthur O. Lovejoy, and George H. Chase, among others.
  • The events cover a range of subjects such as engineering, philosophy, education, and literature.
  • The page also mentions the annual meeting of the Associated Harvard Clubs in Cincinnati in May.

The overall tone of the bulletin is informative, providing updates on academic and alumni activities, as well as thoughtful discussions on relevant topics.

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The image contains two pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. Here's a detailed summary of each page:

Left Page:

Headline:

  • Harvard Alumni Bulletin, Volume 3

Content:

  • The article discusses the challenges faced by Harvard's administration in managing the increasing number of automobiles on campus, leading to accidents and injuries among undergraduates.
  • It mentions that Princeton has taken steps to prevent undergraduates from driving, by not allowing them to keep cars on campus.
  • The article highlights the issue of students driving "hell wagons," a term used for reckless driving.
  • It notes the risks associated with driving, including accidents and injuries, and suggests that the issue may persist unless more stringent measures are taken.
  • The article also references a historical example from a hundred years ago, where a similar issue arose with bicycles, leading to a ban on their use at night.

Right Page:

Headline:

  • Harvard Alumni Bulletin, Volume 5

Content:

  • The page features an image of Langdell Hall and a caption "Langdell Hall As It Is Today."
  • The article lists various faculty members and their current activities, including:
    • Arthur Burkhart, Assistant Professor of Engineering, who is in Germany.
    • Ralph Beatty, Associate Professor of Education, who is in France.
    • Other faculty members include George Higginson, Professor of Physics, and William C. Heilman, Lecturer on Music, who are also traveling abroad.
    • The page also mentions Dr. Walter B. Cannon, George Higginson Professor of Physiology, who is in France.
    • Several other professors are listed with their current activities and locations, including those who are visiting different countries, holding positions at other institutions, or returning from sabbaticals.

General Notes:

  • The articles reflect a historical perspective on the challenges and activities of Harvard University's administration and faculty.
  • The pages provide insight into the evolving issues and academic pursuits of the university community from the early 20th century.

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The image contains two pages from a Harvard Alumni Bulletin.

Left Page:

  • The text discusses the challenges and responsibilities of undergraduate life, particularly focusing on the use of automobiles.
  • It mentions that Princeton does not allow undergraduates to keep their cars on campus, and some schools have strict rules about when students can drive off-campus.
  • The text also touches on the social influences of automobiles and the dangers associated with them, noting that many accidents occur due to speeding.
  • There is a mention of a thesis titled "The Social Influence of the Automobile" and a prediction that in a hundred years, the automobile might be considered as quaint as the horse and buggy.
  • The page also references the upcoming academic year's bulletin, which will have two parts: one about the university and its graduates, and the other about the proceedings of the Associated Harvard Clubs.

Right Page:

  • The page is primarily an image of Langdell Hall, a notable building at Harvard Law School, with a caption "Langdell Hall As It Is Today."
  • Below the image, there is a list of faculty members and their academic backgrounds, along with their current roles and notable achievements:
    • Arthur Burkhard, Assistant Professor of German.
    • Ralph Beals, Associate Professor of Education.
    • Bancroft Bacon, Assistant Professor of Education.
    • William C. Heilman, Lecturer on Music.
    • George H. Cannon, Professor of Physiology at the Medical School.
    • George H. Beadle, Professor of Botany, who will be in France for the second half of the year.
    • Henry Guy, President of the University of Grenoble.
    • William Garrod, Professor of Medicine, who will hold the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.
    • William Hung, Professor of History, who is visiting from Yenching University, China.

This page also mentions that twelve lecturers, mostly professors from abroad, will be teaching at Harvard during the academic year.

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The image contains a page from a Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically the pages numbered 3 and 5. The text and layout cover various topics related to Harvard and its alumni.

Page 3:
The main article on page 3 discusses the challenges faced by Harvard's undergraduate students regarding safety and the limitations of current policies. It highlights the following points:

  • The expectation that undergraduates will handle more business than staff can manage.
  • The issue of placement officers not being able to create opportunities for students.
  • The potential dangers of using automobiles, specifically mentioning the "hell wagons" incident at Princeton.
  • The societal influences of the American lifestyle and the resulting traffic issues.
  • The necessity for a rule that restricts undergraduates from driving cars, as they are more prone to accidents.
  • The increasing difficulty of maintaining independence due to the pressures of academic life and the need for financial support.

Page 5:
The page includes a photo of Langdell Hall and an article listing various faculty members and their academic roles at Harvard.

  • The section lists prominent professors, including:
    • Arthur Burckhardt, Assistant Professor of German.
    • Ralph Beatty, Associate Professor of Education.
    • William C. Heilman, Lecturer on Music.
    • George Higgins, Professor of Physics.
    • Henry Guy, President of the University of Grenoble.
    • William Garrod, Professor of History at Yencching University, China.

Additionally, there are brief biographical notes on each individual:

  • Arthur Burckhardt, Ralph Beatty, and William Heilman's roles and achievements are summarized.
  • Henry Guy's recent exchange with France and his appointment as a professor.
  • William Garrod’s notable publications and his recent appointment at Yencching University.

The page also includes a mention of the significant academic contributions and the varied career paths of these faculty members.

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The image shows an open copy of the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," with two pages visible. The left page is labeled page 3, and the right page is labeled page 5.

On page 3, the text discusses the potential challenges and benefits of the automobile's presence at Harvard, with a specific mention of "hell wagons" and a comparison to the bicycle. It also references the social changes and responsibilities that come with wider automobile use. There is a mention of a "Hell Wagon" and a discussion about the need for order and the potential for accidents.

On page 5, there is an article titled "Langdell Hall As It Is Today," accompanied by a photograph of the building. The article details the current use of Langdell Hall, which was originally built for the Harvard Library but now houses the law school. It mentions the various departments and activities that take place there, including engineering, German, music, and architecture. The text also notes the presence of the Harvard Cooperatives and other administrative offices in the building.

The layout includes a header with the publication's name, "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN," at the top of each page. The text is printed in a clear, readable font, with a column format typical for magazines or bulletins. The photograph on page 5 is a black-and-white image, providing a visual complement to the description of Langdell Hall.

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The image displays a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," featuring several articles and announcements:

  1. Main Article: Campus Issues and Student Life

    • Title: The article discusses the challenges faced by Harvard’s administration with new trends and behaviors among undergraduates.
    • Content:
      • The piece highlights a shift in the culture at Harvard, with new difficulties arising from the changing behavior of students, especially seniors who might be less inclined to adhere to traditional rules.
      • There is an example of an incident involving a football coach who forbade his team from participating in an "Automobile" event, leading to a confrontation with the administration.
      • The article emphasizes the necessity for clear guidelines and the importance of maintaining order without overly restrictive measures that could stifle students' independence and intellectual growth.
  2. Two Parts: Academic Year Summary

    • The first part of this section summarizes the key news and events from Harvard University for the academic year 1929-1930, divided into two segments:
      • Part One:
        • News about faculty appointments and significant events, such as reports from the Associated Harvard Clubs meetings.
        • A recount of a meeting where a discussion about the enlargement of the Stadium or constructing a new building was debated.
      • Part Two:
        • More faculty news, including appointments and exchanges, such as:
          • Arthur Barkhardt becoming Assistant Professor of Engineering.
          • Ralph Beatley being appointed Associate Professor of Education.
          • John C. Slater, Assistant Professor of Physics, going on sabbatical.
          • Walter B. Cannon being appointed George Higby Professor of Physiology.
  3. Faculty Appointments and International Exchanges

    • Several faculty members are highlighted for their new roles, sabbaticals, and international exchanges:
      • Henri Guzy, who will exchange professorships with Charles C. Gillispie from Grenoble.
      • William Hung, Professor of History at Yenching University, China, coming to Harvard.
      • Others who will travel to institutions in France, Germany, and the UK.
  4. Photograph:

    • The image in the center of the page shows Langdell Hall as it looks today, a notable building on Harvard's campus.

Overall, the page provides a detailed look into the administrative, academic, and social dynamics at Harvard during that period.

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The image shows two adjacent pages from a printed publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin."

  • The left page contains several paragraphs of text discussing topics related to university undergraduates, automobiles, and the dynamics of college life, including mention of Princeton, Yale, Harvard, and issues concerning student behavior and privileges.

  • The right page features a photograph labeled "Langdell Hall As It Is Today," depicting a large, stately building set in a well-maintained yard. Beneath the photo, there are paragraphs providing information about various professors and academic updates, including names and titles of faculty members from different disciplines and universities.

The pages are numbered 3 and 5 respectively. Additionally, the right page has a hole punch on the right-hand side, possibly for binder storage. The overall layout is typical of an academic or alumni magazine with a mix of narrative content and institutional news.

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This image shows two pages from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The pages appear to be old and somewhat yellowed, with the left edge of each page showing signs of being torn out of a binding, as indicated by the jagged edge with holes that would typically align with a ring binder or other book-binding device.

The pages are overlaid against a light background. On the left side, we have the end of an article with the tail end of a column of text followed by a larger header that reads "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN," under which is a smaller header stating "Hall Pigeons will not allow us..." suggesting the start of an article that continues onto the next page. There is a marking that looks like a pencil mark or underline on this page, and the text below discusses various aspects of what seems to be college-related topics, particularly referencing Harvard conditions or experiences.

To the right, there is another page with the continuation of the text and a header stating "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" at the top, and the number "5" at the bottom, indicating it's the fifth page of the bulletin. Below the header, an image caption says, "Langdell Hall as It Is Today," along with a black and white photograph of a building, which is presumably Langdell Hall. The rest of the page contains articles or entries with headers such as "Professor's Chair in Commerce, Etc.," providing details about academic appointments and professional updates that are typical for an alumni bulletin.

Overall, the image captures the feel of a historical document related to Harvard University, providing a glimpse into the school's alumni communications from a past era.

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The image shows two pages from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The left page displays textual content, including articles and news related to Harvard University and its alumni. Among the topics covered are university events, academic achievements, and other miscellaneous information.

The right page features more text along with a photo of Langdell Hall, which is labeled "Langdell Hall As It Is Today." The textual content likely continues offering updates and news from Harvard University. Both pages are printed with similar fonts and formatting, including columned text and vintage style.

The pages are hole-punched, suggesting they might be part of a larger collection or a binder. The appearance of the pages is slightly yellowed, indicating they might be aged or part of a historical archive.

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The image shows two pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically from the issue dated 1929. The left page is titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and contains text discussing various topics related to Harvard University, including undergraduate life, rules, and social influences. The right page also bears the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and includes a photograph labeled "Langdell Hall As It Is Today."

Left Page Details:

  • Header: The page is titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN."
  • Content: The text discusses topics such as undergraduate life, rules regarding automobiles, and the social influence of automobiles. It mentions specific incidents, such as a football coach at Yale forbidding students to ride automobiles during the football season, and references historical perspectives on automobiles as "hell wagons."
  • Layout: The text is formatted in a traditional newspaper or magazine style, with columns of dense, typed text.

Right Page Details:

  • Header: The page is also titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and is numbered "5."
  • Photograph: A black-and-white photograph of Langdell Hall is prominently displayed in the center-right portion of the page. The caption beneath the photograph reads, "Langdell Hall As It Is Today."
  • Text: The right page contains additional content, including mentions of faculty members, their achievements, and professional activities. For example:
    • Arthur Burkhardt, Assistant Professor of German.
    • Ralph Beatley, Assistant Professor of Education.
    • John C. Slater, Assistant Professor of Physics.
    • Walter B. Cannon, George Higginson Professor of Physiology at the Medical School.
    • Walter Sliz, Assistant Professor of German.
    • Charles Eliot Norton, Professor of Poetry at Oxford since 1923.
    • William Hung, Professor of History at Yenching University, China.
  • Layout: Similar to the left page, the right page features a mix of text and a central photograph, maintaining a structured, newspaper-like format.

Overall Description:

The image depicts two consecutive pages from a historical issue of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin from 1929. The left page focuses on editorial content discussing undergraduate life and societal issues, while the right page combines a photograph of Langdell Hall with updates on faculty achievements and professional activities. The design and typography reflect the style of early 20th-century publications, emphasizing clarity and structured presentation.