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The image is a scanned page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated January 23, 1930. It contains several articles and announcements related to Harvard University and its alumni clubs.

1. Harvard Club of Central Ohio:

   • Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard School of Architecture was a guest at a dinner held at the Atlantic Club, Columbus, on January 8. About twenty members of the club were present, and Dean Edgell spoke on changes at Harvard over the past twenty years.
   • The following officers were elected: President, Montgomery L. Hart, '12; Secretary, Bland L. Stradley, Grad. '14-'15; Treasurer, Carl M. Deardruff, Grad. '96-'97.

2. Harvard Club of Boston:

   • Announces entertainments for the following dates:
     • Wednesday, January 29, at 8:30 P.M. - Bradford Washburn, '33, will talk about his mountain climbing in the Alps last summer. Slides and motion pictures will be shown.
     • Friday, January 31, at 8:30 P.M. - Rear Admiral Gordon Campbell, V.C., D.S.O., of the British Navy, will give an illustrated lecture on the operations of the "Q" or "mystery" ships during the late War.
     • Wednesday, February 5, at 8:30 P.M. - Professor Albert E. Bailey will give an illustrated lecture on "How to Understand a Picture."

3. Harvard Club of Cleveland:

   • Gave a luncheon for Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard Architectural School at the Hollenden Hotel, Cleveland, on January 7. Forty-one members of the club were present. Dean Edgell spoke on recent developments at Harvard and compared the point of view of undergraduates today with that of undergraduates of 25 years ago. Dr. Elliott C. Cutler, '09, president of the club, made a short speech of thanks to Dean Edgell.
   • The following were present: C. F. Thwing, '76, A. E. Beckwith, '91, G. H.

4. Edgell, Merriman, Whitney to Speak at Harvard Clubs:

   • Professor C. H. Edgell '09, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Dr. R. B. Merriman '96, Gurney Professor of History, and Assistant Professor E. A. Whitney '17 will visit separately many of the Harvard Clubs in various parts of the country during the next few weeks, according to an announcement from University Hall.
   • Professor Edgell is speaking to the Harvard Clubs of Atlanta, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.; Professor Merriman in Buffalo, Cleveland, and Western Pennsylvania, and Professor Whitney at Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Utica.

5. Fogg Art Museum:

   • Discusses exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The museum is open weekdays from 9 to 5, Sundays from 1 to 5, and admission is free. Recent exhibitions include Maya art, woodcuts and engravings by Albrecht Dürer, and early Chinese pottery.
   • The museum also mentions the loan exhibition of Persian paintings through February 13.

6. Stradivarius Quartet Concert:

   • The final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City will be held in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o'clock. The quartet is composed of Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, Wolfe Wolfsinsohn, and Gerald Warburg.

The page also contains some handwritten notes and labels, indicating that it may have been part of a file or collection for further reference.

This image is a scanned page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated January 23, 1930. The page contains several news clippings and announcements related to various Harvard Clubs and events. Here is a detailed description of the content:

1. Harvard Club of Central Ohio:

   • Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard School of Architecture was the guest of the Harvard Club of Central Ohio at a dinner on January 8. About twenty members were present, and Dean Edgell spoke about changes at Harvard in the past twenty years.
   • The newly elected officers of the club are listed: President, Montgomery L. Hart, '12; Secretary, Bland L. Stradley, Grad. '14-15; Treasurer, Carl M. Deardruff, Grad. '96-97.

2. Harvard Club of Boston:

   • The club announces the following entertainments:
     • Wednesday, January 29, at 8:30 P.M.: Bradford Washburn, '33, will talk about his mountain climbing in the Alps last summer. Slides and motion pictures will be shown.
     • Friday, January 31, at 8:30 P.M.: Rear Admiral Gordon Campbell, V.C., D.S.O., of the British Navy, will give a lecture on the operations of the "Q" or "mystery" ships during the late War.
     • Wednesday, February 5, at 8:30 P.M.: Professor Albert E. Bailey will give a lecture on "How to Understand a Picture."

3. Harvard Club of Cleveland:

   • The club gave a luncheon for Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard Architectural School at the Hollenden Hotel, Cleveland, on January 7. Forty-one members were present, and Dean Edgell spoke on recent developments at Harvard. Dr. Elliott C. Cutler, '09, president of the club, made a short speech of thanks to Dean Edgell.
   • The names of some attendees are listed: C. F. Thwing, '76, A. E. Beckwith, '91, G. H.

4. Edgell, Merriman, Whitney to Speak at Harvard Clubs:

   • Professor C. H. Edgell '09, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Dr. R. B. Merriman '96, Gurney Professor of History, and Assistant Professor E. A. Whitney '17 will visit various Harvard Clubs in different parts of the country in the next few weeks.
   • Dean Edgell is speaking to the Harvard Clubs of Atlanta, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.; Professor Merriman in Buffalo, Cleveland, and Western Pennsylvania; and Professor Whitney in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Utica.

5. Stradivarius Quartet Concert:

   • Two clippings announce the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City, which will take place in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o'clock. The quartet is composed of Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, Wolfe Wolfinsohn, and Gerald Warburg.

6. Fogg Art Museum:

   • Several clippings provide information about the Fogg Art Museum, located at the corner of Quincy Street and Broadway in Cambridge. The museum is open weekdays from 9 to 5 and Sundays from 1 to 5, with free admission. The current exhibitions include Maya art lent by the Peabody Museum, woodcuts and engravings by Albrecht Dürer, early Chinese pottery and rubbings of Chinese stones of the Han Dynasty from the Charles Bain Hoyt collection, and a loan exhibition of Persian paintings through February 13.

The page also includes handwritten notes and dates, such as "Transcript 1930," "Jan. 28, 1930," "Jan. 29, 1930," "Jan. 22," "Jan. 25," and "Jan. 29," which likely indicate when these clippings were collected or noted.

This image displays a single aged, yellowed newspaper clipping or bulletin page, likely from The Crimson, dated January 1930. It is filled with typewritten and clipped articles about activities of the Harvard Clubs across the United States and events at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge.

The page is arranged in a columnar layout with several distinct sections:

• Harvard Club of Central Ohio: Reports that Dean George H. Edgell, Dean of the Harvard School of Architecture, was the guest of the club for a dinner at the Atlantic Club, Columbus, on January 8. He spoke about changes at Harvard over the past twenty years. New officers were elected: President Montgomery L. Hart, Secretary Bland L. Stradley, and Treasurer Carl M. Deardruff.

• Harvard Club of Boston: Announces upcoming events:

  • Jan. 29: Bradford Washburn ('33) on mountain climbing.
  • Jan. 31: Rear Admiral Gordon Campbell on the British Navy.
  • Feb. 5: Professor Albert E. Bailey on “How to Understand a Picture.”

• Harvard Club of Cleveland: Notes a luncheon for Dean Edgell at the Hollenden Hotel on January 7, attended by 41 members. Dr. Elliott C. Cutler ('09) gave a short speech of thanks. Present members listed include C. F. Thwing and A. E. Beckwith.

• Edgell, Merriman, Whitney to Speak at Harvard Clubs: Announces a speaking tour:

  • Dean C. H. Edgell ('09) will speak to Harvard Clubs in Atlanta, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.
  • Professor R. B. Merriman ('96, History) will speak in Buffalo, Cleveland, and Western Pennsylvania.
  • Professor E. A. Whitney ('17, Assistant Professor) will speak in Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Utica.

The right-hand column features information about the Fogg Art Museum:

• A prominent article dated January 28, 1930, titled “It is presumed that all visitors to New England will desire to visit Harvard College,” encourages visitors to see the Fogg Art Museum, which is open weekdays 9 to 5 (closed on legal holidays). It highlights the current exhibition: Early Chinese Pottery and Rubbings of Chinese Stones of the Han Dynasty from the Charles Balm Hoit collection, and Woodcuts and Engravings by Albrecht Dürer lent by the Peabody Museum.

• Another article, “Stradivarius Quartet Concert”, dated January 29, 1930, announces the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City. It will be held in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o'clock, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum. The quartet members are Alfred Poehon, Nicolas Moldavan, Wolfe Wolf-Insoln, and Gerald Warburg.

Handwritten Annotations:
The page includes handwritten notes, likely from an archival or editorial process:

• At the top of the right column, “Transcript 1930” is written in cursive.

• Below the main Fogg Art Museum article, there are three smaller, clipped versions of the same museum information, each annotated with a date in pencil:

  • “Jan. 22”
  • “Jan. 25”
  • “Jan. 29”

These suggest the article was reprinted or re-issued with updates or for different editions.

Physical Characteristics:

• The paper is aged, with yellowed tones and slight browning.
• Three punch holes are visible along the right margin, indicating the page was likely stored in a binder.
• Some small pieces of tape are visible, especially around the top right article, suggesting it was pasted or repaired.
• The overall impression is that of a historical document from a university newspaper or bulletin, preserved as a record of alumni and institutional activities.

This clipping provides a detailed snapshot of Harvard’s early 1930s outreach to its alumni clubs and cultural programming at its Fogg Art Museum.

The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine clipping. It contains two main sections of text, one titled "Harvard Club of Central Ohio" and the other titled "Harvard Club of Boston." The text discusses events and lectures organized by the Harvard Clubs in various cities, featuring notable speakers such as Dean George H. Edgell, Professor C. H. Washburn, and Professor E. A. Whitney.

The "Harvard Club of Central Ohio" section mentions Dean George H. Edgell speaking at a dinner on January 8 about changes at Harvard in the past twenty years. It also lists the officers of the club.

The "Harvard Club of Boston" section announces a lecture by Professor C. H. Washburn on mountain climbing and motion pictures, as well as an illustrated lecture by Albert E. Bailey on "How to Understand a Picture."

Additionally, the image includes a transcript of a letter with the date "Jan. 24, 1930," which discusses the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet and the exhibition of Chinese stones and rubbings at the Fogg Art Museum. The letter is signed "Transcript."

The clipping is attached to a larger document with various text and images, including a mention of the Stradivarius Quartet Concert and a reference to a Stradivarius violin. The document also includes a circular hole in the upper right corner, suggesting it was part of a larger collection or archive.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine that contains several articles. The articles are organized into columns and are written in a serif font. The first article, located at the top left, is titled "HARVARD CLUB OF CENTRAL OHIO" and features a photograph of a man. The article discusses the activities of the Harvard Club of Central Ohio and mentions the election of new officers. The second article, located at the top right, is titled "Stradivari Quartet Concert" and provides information about an upcoming concert featuring the Stradivari Quartet. The third article, located at the bottom left, is titled "HARVARD CLUB OF BOSTON" and discusses the upcoming events of the Harvard Club of Boston. The fourth article, located at the bottom right, is titled "HARVARD CLUB OF CLEVELAND" and provides information about a luncheon held by the Harvard Club of Cleveland. The articles are separated by horizontal lines and have different headings and subheadings. The image also includes a watermark in the bottom left corner that reads "HARVARD CLUB OF BOSTON."

The image shows a scanned page from a publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin", dated January 29, 1930. The page appears to be a newsletter or bulletin that contains several announcements and updates related to Harvard University and its affiliated clubs across various cities. Here is a detailed description of the content:

Header and Layout

• The page is structured with multiple sections, each detailing different events, announcements, and club activities.
• The top of the page includes the title "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" and the date "Jan. 29, 1930".
• The page is marked with a red stamp or notation reading "Crimson, Jan. 29, 1930", indicating it is part of a series or archive.

Content Overview

The page is divided into several sections, each focusing on different Harvard clubs and events:

1. Harvard Club of Central Ohio

• Event: A dinner was held at the club on January 8.
• Guest: Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard School of Architecture was the guest speaker.
• Attendees: Approximately twenty members of the club were present.
• Discussion: Dean Edgell spoke about changes that have occurred at Harvard in the past twenty years.
• Club Officers: The present officers of the club are listed:
  • President: W. T. McGormery, L. H.
  • Secretary: Blond L. Stradley, Grad. ’12
  • Treasurer: Carl M. Deardruff, Grad. ’95

2. Harvard Club of Boston

• Announcements: The club announces several upcoming events:
  • Wednesday, Jan. 29: A talk by P. M. Bradford Washburn on "Ascent to his mountain climbing in the Alps" at 8:30 PM.
  • Friday, Jan. 31: A rear Admiral Gordon will give a V.C.D.S. lecture on the British Navy, followed by an illustrated lecture on the operations of the "Q" or "mystery" ships.
  • Wednesday, Feb. 5: A talk by Professor Albert E. Bailey on "How to Understand an Illustrated Lecture: ‘How to Understand a Picture’" at 8:30 PM.

3. Harvard Club of Cleveland

• Event: A luncheon was held for Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard Architectural School on January 7 at the Hollenden Hotel, Cleveland.
• Attendees: Forty-one members of the club were present.
• Discussion: Dean Edgell spoke about recent developments at Harvard and compared the point of view of undergraduates of today with that of undergraduates 25 years ago.
• Speaker: Dr. Elliott C. Cutler, ’09, president of the club, made a short speech of thanks to Dean Edgell.
• Attendees Listed:
  • C. F. Thwing, ’76
  • A. E. Beckwith, ’91
  • G. H.

4. Edgell, Merriman, Whitney to Speak at Harvard Clubs

• Announcement: Professor C. B. Edgell, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Dr. R. B. Merriman, ’96, Assistant Professor of History, and Gurney Professor E. A. Whitney, ’17 will visit many of the Harvard Clubs in various parts of the country during the next few weeks.
• Details: The announcement is made in accordance with a recent communication from the University Professor Edgell.
• Cities: The professors will speak at clubs in:
  • Atlanta, D. C.
  • North Carolina
  • Washington, D. C.
  • Professor Merriman in Buffalo
  • Professor Whitney at Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Utica

5. Stradivarius Quartet Concert

• Event: The final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City will take place in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum.
• Date and Time: The concert will be held on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o’clock.
• Location: The concert will be held in the Courts of the Fogg Art Museum.
• Program: The concert will feature four Stradivarius instruments.
• Members of the Quartet:
  • Alfred Pochon
  • Nicolas Moldavan
  • Wolf Wolfsohn
  • Gerald Warburg

Visual Elements

• The page includes handwritten annotations in red ink, such as "Crimson, Jan. 29, 1930" and "Stradivarius Quartet Concert", likely for archival or cataloging purposes.
• There is also a handwritten note at the bottom right corner that reads "Jan. 29", possibly indicating the date the page was processed or reviewed.
• The text is typed, with some sections underlined for emphasis, and the layout is clean and organized.

Overall Impression

The page serves as a historical document capturing the activities and announcements of Harvard alumni clubs across the United States in early 1930. It highlights academic lectures, musical performances, and club gatherings, reflecting the engagement of Harvard alumni with the university and its faculty. The inclusion of specific dates, names, and events provides insight into the social and cultural life of Harvard alumni during that era.

The image presents a scanned page from an old newspaper, featuring a collection of articles and advertisements. The page is yellowed with age and has two holes punched in the top right corner, indicating that it was once part of a binder or scrapbook.

Here are the key elements of the image:

• Newspaper Page
  • The page is yellowed with age.
  • It has two holes punched in the top right corner.
  • The page appears to be from a local newspaper, likely from the early 20th century.
• Articles and Advertisements
  • There are several articles and advertisements on the page.
  • The articles appear to be about local events and news.
  • The advertisements are for various businesses and services.
• Layout and Design
  • The page has a classic newspaper layout with columns and headlines.
  • The text is in black ink, and the headlines are in bold font.
  • There are some handwritten notes and corrections on the page.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the types of news and advertisements that were relevant to the community at the time. The yellowed page and handwritten notes add a sense of nostalgia and authenticity to the image.

The image depicts a page of newspaper clippings, likely from the Harvard Crimson, featuring articles about the Harvard Club of Central Ohio, Boston, and Cleveland. The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping each other.

Harvard Club of Central Ohio

• The article announces that Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard School of Architecture was the guest of honor at a dinner given at the Atlantic Club in Columbus on January 8.
• Twenty members of the club were present, and Dean Edgell spoke about changes that have taken place at Harvard in the past twenty years.

Harvard Club of Boston

• The article announces that the Harvard Club of Boston will host various events, including a talk by Bradford Washburn on January 29, a lecture by Rear Admiral Gordon Campbell on January 31, and an illustrated lecture by Professor Albert E. Bailey on February 5.

Harvard Club of Cleveland

• The article reports that the Harvard Club of Cleveland gave a luncheon for Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard Architectural School at the Hollenden Hotel on January 7.
• Forty-one members of the club were present, and Dean Edgell spoke on recent developments at Harvard and compared the point of view of undergraduates of today with that of undergraduates of 25 years ago.

Edgell, Merriman, Whitney to Speak at Harvard Clubs

• The article announces that Professor C. H. Edgell '09, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture, Dr. R. B. Merriman '96, Gurney Professor of History, and Assistant Professor E. A. Whitney '17 will visit separately many of the Harvard Clubs in various parts of the country during the next few weeks, according to an announcement from University Hall.
• Professor Edgell is speaking to the Harvard Clubs of Atlanta, North Carolina, and Washington, D.C.; Professor Merriman in Buffalo, Cleveland, and Western Pennsylvania; and Professor Whitney at Detroit, Grand Rapids, Milwaukee, Indianapolis, and Utica.

Stradivarius Quartet Concert

• The article announces that the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City will take place in the Court of the Fogg Art Museum, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum, on Friday evening, February 14, at 8 o'clock.
• Four Stradivarius instruments have been placed at the disposal of this organization.
• The Quartet is composed of Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, Wolfe Wolfinsohn, and Gerald Warburg.

Overall, the image provides a snapshot of the activities and events of the Harvard Clubs in various cities, as well as the performances of the Stradivarius Quartet.

The image depicts a yellowed, aged page of text, likely from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, with a light gray background.

The page is divided into two columns, featuring six distinct articles or announcements related to Harvard University and its alumni clubs. The articles are presented in a formal, black font, with some sections highlighted or underlined in red. The text is arranged in a clear and organized manner, making it easy to read and understand.

The articles appear to be from the early 20th century, as indicated by the dates mentioned (January 1930). They cover various topics, including events, lectures, and concerts hosted by different Harvard clubs across the United States. Some of the specific events mentioned include a dinner at the Harvard Club of Central Ohio, a luncheon at the Harvard Club of Cleveland, and a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet.

Notably, the page has been punched with holes along its right edge, suggesting that it was once part of a binder or scrapbook. The overall appearance of the page, including its yellowed color and worn edges, suggests that it has been handled and stored for an extended period.

In summary, the image presents a collection of historical articles and announcements related to Harvard University and its alumni clubs, providing insight into the activities and events of the time.

The image presents a vintage, yellowed page from a scrapbook or newspaper clipping, featuring various articles and advertisements related to Harvard University. The page is divided into sections, each with its own distinct content.

• HARVARD CLUB OF CENTRAL OHIO
  • Article about Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard School of Architecture visiting the Harvard Club of Central Ohio
  • Date: January 8
  • Location: Atlantic Club, Columbus
  • Number of members present: About twenty
  • Topics discussed: Changes at Harvard in the past twenty years
  • Elected officers:
    • President: Montgomery L. Hart '12
    • Secretary: Bland L. Stradley
    • Treasurer: Carl M. Deardruff, Grad. '96-97
• HARVARD CLUB OF BOSTON
  • Entertainment announcements
  • Events:
    • Wednesday, January 29, 8:10 P.M.: Brafford Washburn on his mountain climbing in the Alps; summer slides and motion pictures
    • Friday, January 31, 8:30 P.M.: Rear-Admiral Gordon Campbell, V.C., D.S.O., of the British Navy, on "Q" or "mystery" ships during the late War
    • Wednesday, Feb. 5, 8:30 P.M.: Professor Albert E. Bailey on "How to Understand a Picture"
• HARVARD CLUB OF CLEVELAND
  • Article about the Harvard Club of Cleveland giving a luncheon for Dean George H. Edgell of the Harvard Architectural School
  • Date: January 7
  • Location: Hollenden Hotel, Cleveland
  • Number of members present: Forty
  • Topics discussed: Recent developments at Harvard, compared to 25 years ago
  • Presidents: Dr. Elliott C. Cutler '09
  • Guests: C. F. Thwing '76, A. E. Beckwith '91, G. H.
• EDGEll, MERRIMAN, WHITNEY TO SPEAK AT HARVARD CLUBS
  • Article about professors speaking at Harvard Clubs
  • Speakers:
    • Professor C. H. Edgell '09, Dean of the Faculty of Architecture
    • Dr. R. B. Merriman '96, Gurney Professor of History
    • Professor E. A. Whitney '17
  • Locations: Various parts of the country
• Stradivarius Quartet Concert
  • Announcement of the final public concert of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York City
  • Date: Friday evening, February 14
  • Time: 8 o'clock
  • Location: Court of the Fogg Art Museum
  • Instruments: Four Stradivarius instruments
  • Quartet members: Alfred Pochon, Nicolas Moldavan, Wolfe Wolfinsohn, and Gerald Warburg
• Transcripts and handwritten notes
  • Several transcripts and handwritten notes are scattered throughout the page, including:
    • "Crimson, Jan. 24, 1930"
    • "Stradivarius Quartet Concert"
    • "Fogg Art Museum..."

In summary, the image showcases a collection of articles and advertisements related to Harvard University, including club events, concerts, and lectures. The page provides a glimpse into the activities and interests of Harvard alumni and enthusiasts in the early 20th century.