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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 793995

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The image shows a vintage document titled "Times and Places of Final Examinations." The document appears to be from a university, likely Harvard, given the names of the buildings and professors listed. It lists the dates, times, and locations of final examinations for various courses. The document is dated May 7, 1930, as indicated in the top right corner.

The schedule is divided into two days: Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29. It includes courses such as Classical Philology, Economics, Fine Arts, French, Chemistry, English, Geology, Music, Physics, Social Ethics, and various other subjects. The locations for the exams are specified by room numbers in buildings like Harvard Memorial Hall, Harvard 5, Robinson Annex, Fogg Small Lecture Room, etc.

The document is a bit worn, with some edges torn and there are handwritten notes, such as circled entries and annotations, which suggest it was used or annotated by someone for personal reference.

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The image shows a torn paper listing the "Times and Places of Final Examinations" for the Faculty of Arts and Sciences. The document is dated May 7, 1930, and appears to be from the Harvard Crimson newspaper. The text indicates that unless stated otherwise, all examinations are at 9:15 a.m. The schedule is for Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29. Various subjects and their corresponding examination times and locations are listed, such as Classical Philology, Economics, Fine Arts, French, and others. Some locations are circled, possibly indicating specific interest or importance to the person who had this paper. The paper is torn on the left side and has a hole punched through it.

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This image shows a vintage, yellowed paper document titled “Times and Places of Final Examinations” for Harvard University, dated May 7, 1936. The document appears to be a printed schedule of final exams for that academic year, stapled or hole-punched at the top, suggesting it was meant for distribution to students or faculty.


Key Features and Content:

  • Heading: The title is prominently printed in bold, uppercase letters, with “Crimson MAY 7, 1936” in the top-right corner — indicating it was likely published by The Harvard Crimson, the university’s student newspaper.

  • Layout: The schedule is organized in columns, with exam times on the left, subject titles and course numbers in the middle, and the corresponding instructors and room locations on the right. Dates are clearly marked:

    • Wednesday, May 28 (XVII)
    • Thursday, May 29 (XI)
  • Course Subjects: A wide range of disciplines are listed, including:

    • Classics (e.g., Classical Philology 33)
    • Economics (39)
    • Fine Arts (e.g., Fine Arts 15f)
    • French (2, 28 hf)
    • Music (1b, 1a)
    • Philosophy (12c, 15)
    • Psychology (10)
    • Social Ethics (28)
    • Zoology (7a, 7c, 7e, 15)
    • Chemistry (19, 5)
    • Botany (1, 5)
    • Geology (11, 1)
    • Government (1)
    • Greek (II, 8)
    • History (16)
    • Engineering Sciences (5b)
    • Latin, German, Spanish
  • Locations: Exams are held in numerous Harvard buildings, including:

    • Memorial Hall
    • New Lect. Hall (New Lecture Hall)
    • Emerson Hall
    • Robinson Hall
    • Mallinckrodt MB 23 (possibly Mallinckrodt Building)
    • Harvard 5, 6, 3
    • Sever 11, 29
    • Music Bldg. (Music Building)
    • Pierce 307
    • Geol. Lect. Rm. (Geology Lecture Room)
    • Fogg Small Lect. Rm. and Fogg Large Lect. Rm. (Fogg Museum lecture rooms)
    • Rotch Bldg. (likely related to architecture or design)
  • Instructors: Many examiners are identified by title and number:

    • “Mr. Bowen, 1”
    • “Mr. Chalfour, 3, 10”
    • “Dr. Webster, 6”
    • “Mr. Beard, B1, B2, B3”
    • “Dr. Herring, H1, H2, H3, H4”
    • “Mr. Larkin, L1, L2, L3, L4”
    • “Mr. Maddox, M1, M2, M3, M4”
    • “Mr. Shepard, S1, S2, S3, S4”
  • Annotation: Several handwritten ovals in pencil circle specific entries:

    • “Fogg Small Lect. Rm.” under Fine Arts 15f (Wednesday)
    • “Fogg Small Lect. Rm.” and “Fogg Large Lect. Rm.” listed under multiple courses on Wednesday and Thursday.
    • A line or check mark is also handwritten next to “French 28 hf” and “Fogg Large Lect. Rm.” on Thursday.

    These annotations suggest a student or faculty member used this document to track or highlight specific exams.

  • Note at the Top: A printed disclaimer reads:

    “This is the final schedule but may be subject to slight changes.”

    It also states that unless otherwise specified, all examinations are at 9:15 o’clock.

  • Footer: The bottom right notes “(Continued on page six),” indicating this is part of a larger publication.


Overall Impression:

This document is a rich historical artifact illustrating the structure and organization of final exams at Harvard in 1936. The detail — from specific room names and course codes to instructors’ names and hand-annotated highlights — gives a vivid, almost personal glimpse into the academic routines of that era. The age of the paper, the typewriter-style font, and the handwritten marks lend the document a tangible, nostalgic charm.

It’s also a testament to the scale and complexity of university administration even in the mid-20th century — meticulously scheduling dozens of exams across multiple buildings and departments.

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The image shows a document with a schedule of final examinations for Harvard University. The document is printed on paper and appears to be torn in the middle, with a hole in the middle of the page. The schedule lists the times and locations of the exams, as well as the names of the professors who will be administering them. The exams are scheduled for Wednesday, May 28, 1930, and Thursday, May 29, 1930, and cover a range of subjects, including classics, economics, fine arts, French, and more. The document also includes a note that the schedule is subject to slight changes.

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The image shows a page from a document titled "Times and Places of Final Examinations" from May 7, 1930. The document lists the schedule for final examinations for various subjects and locations. The subjects include classical philology, economics, fine arts, French, geology, music, philosophy, psychology, social ethics, zoology, chemistry, and more. The locations include Memorial Hall, New Lecture Hall, Harvard, and others. The schedule is divided into two columns, with the left column listing the subjects and the right column listing the locations and times of the examinations.

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The image shows a printed schedule for final examinations at Harvard University, dated May 7, 1936. The schedule is titled "Times and Places of Final Examinations" and is formatted as a newspaper clipping or announcement. It provides detailed information about the timing, subjects, and locations for various examinations.

Key Features of the Image:

  1. Header Information:

    • The title at the top reads: "Times and Places of Final Examinations".
    • The date is indicated as May 7, 1936, and the source appears to be from the Crimson, a Harvard student newspaper.
  2. General Notes:

    • The announcement specifies that the Faculty of Arts and Sciences has set the final examination schedule.
    • Examinations are scheduled to begin unless otherwise specified.
    • All examinations are at 2 o'clock, unless otherwise noted.
    • The schedule is subject to slight changes.
  3. Examination Schedule:

    • The schedule is divided into two days: Wednesday, May 28 (XVIII) and Thursday, May 29 (XIX).
    • Each day lists the subjects, times, and locations for the examinations.
  4. Subjects and Times:

    • Wednesday, May 28:
      • Classics: Philosophy 33 (Sever 11), Economics 39 (Sever 11), Fine Arts 8a (Robbins Annex), Fine Arts 15f (Fogg Small Lect. Rm.), French 2 (Memorial Hall), Mr. Chauffour, 1 (Memorial Hall), Mr. Bowen, 3, 10 (New Lect. Hall), Mr. Darby, 17 (Harvard 6), Mr. Dougherty, 8 (New Lect. Hall), Mr. Francon, 9, 11 (New Lect. Hall), Dr. Funnell, 13 (Memorial Hall), Mr. Mellor, 2, 4 (New Lect. Hall), Mr. Rapheal, 5 (Memorial Hall), Mr. Roberts, 7, 15 (New Lect. Hall), Mr. Smith, 12 (Harvard 5), Mr. Solano, 14 (Harvard 3).
      • Sciences: Music 1b (Harvard 6), Philosophy 12c (Memorial Hall), Philosophy 15 (Emerson J), Psychology 10 (Emerson J), Social Ethics 28 (Emerson J), Zoology Ta (Emerson A), Zoology Te (Emerson A), Zoology 7c (Emerson A), Chemistry 2 (Mallinckrodt MB 23), English 10a (Mallinckrodt MB 23), Fine Arts 3b (Robbins Hall), French 28 hf (Emerson D), Geology 18 (Music Bids), Physics 1a (Memorial Hall), Physics 26 (Pierce 304), Social Ethics 30 (Emerson D), Spanish 1 (Emerson D), Zoology 15 (Mallinckrodt MB 23).
    • Thursday, May 29:
      • Botany: Botany 1 (Geol. Lect. Rm.), Botany 5 (Botany), Chemistry 5 (Mallinckrodt MB 29), Chinese 2 (Geol. Lect. Rm.).
      • Other Subjects: Greek 8. II (Sever 29), History 16 (Sever 29), etc.
  5. Locations:

    • Examinations are held in various locations, including:
      • Harvard 5, 6, 3: Specific lecture halls or rooms in Harvard Hall.
      • Memorial Hall: A central lecture hall.
      • New Lect. Hall: A newer lecture hall.
      • Robbins Annex: A specific annex building.
      • Mallinckrodt MB: Likely a science laboratory or lecture hall.
      • Emerson J, A, D: Classrooms or lecture halls in the Emerson building.
      • Pierce 304: A specific room in the Pierce building.
      • Sever 11, 29: Rooms in the Sever building.
      • Botany: A location dedicated to botany-related exams.
  6. Instructors and Professors:

    • The schedule includes names of instructors or professors responsible for specific exams, such as:
      • Mr. Sturges, Dr. Webster, Mr. Beard, Dr. Elsbre, Mr. Larkin, Mr. Maddox, Dr. Royce, Mr. Putnam, etc.
  7. Annotations:

    • Some handwritten notes are visible on the printed schedule, such as "Fogg Small Lect. Rm." circled and underlined, indicating a specific room for certain exams.

Overall Context:

The image provides a historical snapshot of academic examination scheduling at Harvard University in 1936. It reflects the structured and organized nature of university examinations during that era, with detailed timing, subject listings, and specific room assignments. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests that students or administrators may have used this schedule for planning or clarification purposes.

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The image shows a piece of paper with a list of final examinations for various subjects, likely from a university or college. The paper is yellowed and has a hole punch at the top left corner, suggesting it may be a copy of a schedule or a handout.

  • The title of the paper reads "Times and Places of Final Examinations" in bold black text.
  • Below the title, there is a list of dates and times for each examination, along with the subject and location.
  • The list includes a variety of subjects such as Psychology, Zoology, Chemistry, and Economics, among others.
  • Each subject has a corresponding location, such as a specific classroom or building.
  • The paper also includes some handwritten notes and corrections, indicating that it may have been updated or revised at some point.
  • Overall, the paper appears to be a useful resource for students preparing for their final exams, providing them with important information about the schedule and locations of their exams.

The paper is likely from a university or college, given the variety of subjects listed and the formal tone of the language used. It is possible that the paper was created by the university's administration or academic department to inform students about the final exam schedule.

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The image presents a newspaper clipping from the Harvard University Crimson, dated May 7, 1930. The clipping is titled "Times and Places of Final Examinations" and features a list of final examinations for various subjects, including Philosophy, Psychology, Social Ethics, Zoology, Chemistry, English, French, Geology, Music, Physics, Social Ethics, Spanish, Zoology, Botany, and Chinese.

Key Features:

  • Title: "Times and Places of Final Examinations"
  • Date: May 7, 1930
  • Newspaper: Harvard University Crimson
  • Subjects: Philosophy, Psychology, Social Ethics, Zoology, Chemistry, English, French, Geology, Music, Physics, Social Ethics, Spanish, Zoology, Botany, and Chinese
  • Examination Schedule: Wednesday, May 28 (XVII) and Thursday, May 29 (XI)

Visual Description:

  • The clipping is yellowed with age, indicating its historical significance.
  • The text is printed in black ink, with some handwritten notes in pencil.
  • The clipping appears to be torn from a larger newspaper page, with rough edges visible.
  • The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a neutral contrast to the yellowed clipping.

Conclusion:

The image provides a glimpse into the academic schedule of Harvard University in 1930, highlighting the importance of final examinations in the academic calendar. The clipping serves as a historical artifact, offering insight into the educational practices of the time.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping titled "Times and Places of Final Examinations" on a light gray background. The clipping is yellowed, indicating its age, and features a list of final examination schedules for various subjects at Harvard University.

Key Features:

  • Title: "Times and Places of Final Examinations"
  • Date: May 7, 1930 (handwritten in the top-right corner)
  • Content: A list of final examination schedules for various subjects at Harvard University
  • Subjects: Include Classical Philology, Economics, Fine Arts, French, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Ethics, Zoology, Chemistry, English, Botany, and others
  • Examination Details: List the date, time, and location of each examination
  • Notations: Some entries have handwritten notations, such as circles around specific exams and a note indicating that the schedule is subject to slight changes

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a historical document from Harvard University, providing information about the final examination schedule for students in 1930. The clipping's yellowed color and handwritten notations suggest that it was used by a student or faculty member at the time.

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The image presents a vintage, yellowed paper with black text, featuring a list of "Times and Places of Final Examinations" for Harvard University. The paper is rectangular, with two holes punched at the top, and appears to be a photocopy or scan of an original document.

Title and Description

  • The title, "Times and Places of Final Examinations," is prominently displayed at the top of the page.
  • A brief description below the title explains that the Faculty of Arts and Sciences has announced the final examination schedule, which may be subject to slight changes.

Examination Schedule

  • The schedule is organized by day, with Wednesday, May 28 (XVII), and Thursday, May 29 (XI), listed.
  • Each day's schedule includes the time, course name, and location of the examination.
  • The courses cover a range of subjects, including:
    • Classical Philology
    • Economics
    • Fine Arts
    • French
    • Zoology
    • Chemistry
    • English
    • Government
    • Music
    • Philosophy
    • Psychology
    • Social Ethics
    • Botany
    • Chinese
    • German
    • Geology
    • History
    • Physics

Locations and Times

  • The locations of the examinations are listed, including:
    • Fogg Small Lect. Rm.
    • Fogg Large Lect. Rm.
    • Memorial Hall
    • New Lect. Hall
    • Emerson J
    • Emerson A
    • Mallinkrodt MB 23
    • Harvard 2, 3
    • Pierce 307
    • Sever 11
    • Sever 29
  • The times of the examinations vary, with some starting at 9:15 o'clock and others at 1 o'clock or 2 o'clock.

Additional Notes

  • A handwritten note in the top-right corner reads "Crimson May 7,1930."
  • The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the yellowed paper.