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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794057

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or a newsletter, specifically from October 1930. It contains several sections of text, including headlines and articles. Here’s a breakdown of the content:

Top Section

  • Date: Tuesday, October 14
  • Headline: "BIMILLENIUM VERGILIANUM. I. 'Self-revelation in Virgil.' Associate Professor W. C. Greene. Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 4.30 P.M."
  • Geological Conference: First Meeting. Brief Reports on Summer Field Work by Members of the Conference. Mineralogical Lecture Room, Geological Museum, 8 P.M.
  • Wednesday, October 15:
    • "BIMILLENIUM VERGILIANUM. II. 'Virgil and the Epic.' Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin. Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 4.30 P.M."

Middle Section

  • Article:
    • Headline: "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT"
    • Subheadings:
      • "But the American Idea is Now Penetrating Into Europe More and More"
      • "CROWDS ARE INTERESTING"
      • "Kuno Franke Incumbent Enjoys Seeing Their Enthusiasm—Prefers Europe’s Cities to Ours"
    • Content: Discusses the comments of Professor Adolph Goldschmidt on the pace of life in America and Europe, his observations on crowds and cultural differences between the two continents.

Right Side

  • Article:
    • Headline: "Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts Lecturer"
    • Content: Announces a lecture by Edward W. Forbes, an instructor at the Fogg Art Museum, on manuscript illumination to the senior class of the School of Fine Arts at the Museum of Fine Arts, on Saturday morning.

Bottom Section

  • Article:
    • Headline: "Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today"
    • Content: Details a wedding ceremony involving Miss Pauline Potter and Charles Carroll Leser, mentioning attendees, the venue, and dress codes for the event.

The page is divided into sections with different headlines and articles, all related to cultural, academic, and social events and observations. The text is printed in a typical newspaper font, and the page has some handwritten notes on the margins, such as "Transcript Oct. 16" and "Transcript Oct. 11."

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This image is a page from a scrapbook or newspaper clipping collection, featuring various articles and announcements, primarily from the early 20th century. Here is a detailed description of the content:

Top Section:

  • Tuesday, October 14:

    • An announcement for the "Bimillennium Vergilianum" event with Associate Professor W.C. Greene discussing "Self-revelation in Virgil" at the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 PM.
    • A mention of the "Geological Conference" first meeting, with brief reports on summer field work by members of the conference at the Mineralogical Lecture Room, Geological Museum, at 8 PM.
  • Wednesday, October 15:

    • Another announcement for the "Bimillennium Vergilianum" event with Assistant Professor L.D. Peterkin discussing "Virgil and the Epic" at the same location and time as the previous day.

Middle Section:

  • Title: "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT"
    • Subtitle: "But the American Idea is Now Penetrating Into Europe More and More"
    • Subtitle: "CROWDS ARE INTERESTING"
    • The article discusses Professor Adolph Goldschmidt's observations about American culture and behavior, noting that Americans are very energetic and sometimes too hurried. He contrasts this with European culture and expresses his interest in American crowds and their enthusiasm.

Right Section:

  • Title: "Comments on New York"

    • The article features Professor Goldschmidt's thoughts on New York, particularly its skyscrapers. He notes that while the buildings are beautiful, they are becoming monotonous and lack the diversity seen in European architecture. He also mentions the interesting crowds and the enthusiasm of American football fans.
  • Title: "Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts Lecturer"

    • This article announces that Edward W. Forbes will lecture to the senior class of the School of Fine Arts at the Museum of Fine Arts on manuscript illumination. It mentions that this is one of a series of lectures given by Mr. Forbes on technical subjects.

Bottom Section:

  • Title: "Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today"
    • The article details the wedding of Miss Pauline Potter and Charles Carroll Fulton Leser. It lists the guests, the location (Emmanuel Church in Boston), and the wedding party. It also describes the bride's attire and the ceremony details, including the decorations and the prayer book she will carry.

Additional Notes:

  • The page is marked with handwritten notes such as "Gazette Oct. 12," "Transcript Oct. 16," and "Transcript Oct. 11," indicating the sources of the clippings.
  • There is a small note at the bottom right corner mentioning the wedding party and the reception details.

The overall layout suggests a collection of significant cultural and social events from the early 20th century, with a focus on academic lectures, cultural observations, and social events.

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This image shows a single, aged page of news clippings, likely from a personal scrapbook or archive, bound with three metal binder rings on the left-hand side. The page is yellowed with age and contains several pasted newspaper articles and notices, primarily from October 1920, focused on academic and social events at Harvard University and its affiliated institutions, such as the Fogg Art Museum.

Top Section: Academic Schedule

At the very top, the page is dated “TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14” and “WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15,” listing university events:

  • Tuesday, October 14:

    • A lecture titled “Self-revelation in Virgil” by Associate Professor W. C. Greene, held in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 P.M.
    • A Geological Conference First Meeting with brief reports on Summer Field Work, held in the Mineralogical Lecture Room, Geological Museum, at 8 P.M.
  • Wednesday, October 15:

    • A second lecture in the “Bimillennium Vergilianum” series, “Virgil and the Epic,” by Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin, also in the Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum at 4:30 P.M.

These sections have handwritten annotations in pencil: “Gazette Oct 12” next to the Tuesday schedule, and “Transcript Oct 14” next to the Wednesday schedule, likely referencing the source newspapers.


Middle Section: Articles on American Culture and Art

This section features three distinct articles:

  1. Headline: “AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT”

    This article features a commentary by Professor Adolph Goldschmidt, a visiting lecturer from the University of Berlin and the first incumbent of the Kuno Francke Chair of German Art and Culture. He criticizes the American tendency for excessive haste, noting that Americans rush through everything—work, leisure, and even watching sports—without taking time to reflect and enjoy. In contrast, he praises European (particularly German) ways, where people are more interested in crowds, museums, and the old world’s heritage, not just the new buildings. He is quoted as saying, “It is not so good, though, this rushing, hurrying life: people are not happy.” The article is captioned “Crimson Oct. 1, 1920,” suggesting it was published in the Harvard Crimson.

  2. Headline: “Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts Lecturer”

    This short notice announces that Edward W. Forbes of the Fogg Art Museum will lecture on “manuscript illumination” to the senior class of the School of Fine Arts. It is part of a series on technical subjects given by Mr. Forbes. Above this clipping is a handwritten note: “Transcript Oct 14”.

  3. Headline: “Comments on New York”

    This is a brief continuation of Professor Goldschmidt’s observations, likely from the same article, where he comments on New York. He finds the new skyscrapers and architecture “rather dull,” noting that they lack the “medieval type of architecture” he sees in Europe and that the general appearance is “rather monotonous.” He finds little in New York that interests him as an artist, unlike in Europe where he finds “more interesting things to visit, museums, for example.”


Bottom Section: Social Announcement

This section is a detailed society notice:

  • Headline: “Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today”

    This is a lengthy article about the wedding of Miss Pauline Potter to Mr. Richard D. Sears, Jr. It lists the wedding party, including the best man (Mr. Sears’ brother-in-law, Mr. Leslie), the bridesmaids (Misses Florette Penna, Miss Pauline Penna, Miss Florence Penna), the ushers, and the guests of honor. It also details the wedding ceremony at Emmanuel Church, the reception at the home of the bride’s parents (Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Potter at 404 East 5th Street, New York), and the attire of the bride, who will wear a “Lannvin gown of pale yellow satin and a long gold veil.” The article concludes by listing a long array of prominent Boston and New York attendees, including Thomas Laughlin, John Fitzgerald of London, and David Bonnal. It is captioned “Transcript Oct. 11,” indicating its source.


Overall Impression

The collection of clippings forms a snapshot of Harvard intellectual and social life in October 1920. It highlights the university’s academic offerings (classics, geology, art history), the international exchange of ideas (through visiting professor Goldschmidt), and the integration of campus life with Boston’s high society (the Potter-Sears wedding). The handwritten annotations suggest the page’s compiler was organized and kept track of the source and date of each clipping. The overall tone is formal, academic, and focused on the cultural elite of the era.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or article from the early 1900s. It contains several sections, including:

  1. An announcement for a lecture series titled "Bimillennium Vergilianum" by Associate Professor W. C. Greene and Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin, discussing Virgil's works and their relevance.

  2. A section titled "Americans Rush, Hurry Too Much, Says Goldschmidt," featuring a quote from Professor Goldschmidt, who criticizes the American idea of rushing and hurrying, preferring the more relaxed European lifestyle.

  3. A section titled "Crowds Are Interesting," with a quote from Kuno Franke, who enjoys observing crowds, especially during football games, as they reflect the enthusiasm of the German people.

  4. A wedding announcement for Mr. and Mrs. Richard D. Sears Jr., with details about the wedding ceremony and the bride's attire.

  5. A section titled "Transcript," which includes a list of people attending a wedding, including George Weld, Thomas Laughlin, Edith Anspach, Morgan S. H. Reichner, and others.

The image showcases a mix of cultural commentary, academic lectures, and social events from the early 20th century, providing a glimpse into the perspectives and activities of that time.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper or publication. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different articles or announcements.

The top section of the page features a headline that reads "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT." This article seems to discuss the perception of Americans as being overly hurried and the impact of this behavior on European culture.

Below this headline, there is a smaller article titled "CROWD ARE INTERESTING." This piece likely explores the fascination with crowds and the social dynamics they represent.

Further down the page, there is an announcement for a lecture series titled "BIMILLENNIUM VERGILIANUM." The announcement provides details about the lectures, including the dates, times, and locations.

Additionally, there are several other smaller articles and announcements scattered throughout the page, covering a range of topics such as art exhibitions, social events, and educational lectures.

The overall layout of the page suggests that it is from an older publication, possibly from the early 20th century, given the style of the typography and the format of the articles. The content appears to be a mix of news, cultural commentary, and event announcements, reflecting the interests and concerns of the time period.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or newsletter dated October 14, 1920, featuring a mix of event announcements, news articles, and advertisements. Here's a detailed description:

Header Information:

  • The top of the page includes a header indicating the date: "TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14".
  • There are two main announcements:
    1. "BIMILLENNIUM VERGILIANUM. I. 'Self-revelation of Virgil.'"
      • Speaker: Associate Professor W. C. Greene
      • Event: Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M.
    2. "GEOLOGICAL CONFERENCE. First Meeting. Brief Reports on Summer Field Work by Members of the Conference."
      • Location: Mineralogical Lecture Room, Geological Museum, 5 P.M.

Main Articles:

Left Column:

  • Headline: "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT"
    • Subheadline: "But the American Idea is Now Penetrating Into Europe More and More"
    • Subheading: "CROWDS ARE INTERESTING"
    • Content:
      • The article discusses Professor Kuno Franké's perspective on American enthusiasm and the rush to see new things in Europe.
      • Franké, the incumbent Chair of German Art at the Kuro Art Institute, is quoted as saying that Americans are overly energetic and rush to see much in a short time.
      • He contrasts this with the European approach, noting that Americans are striving to make the best use of their time, which can be seen as a business-like method of doing things.
      • The article also mentions that Americans are penetrating into European ways and customs more than ever before.

Right Column:

  • Headline: "Comments on New York"
    • Content:
      • The article discusses Professor Goldschmidt's observations about New York, noting that while the city is interesting, it is not as beautiful as it used to be.
      • He comments on the uniformity of buildings and the lack of architectural diversity, comparing it to medieval architecture.
      • The article also touches on the differences between old and new cities, with a focus on the American tendency to build tall structures and the resulting monotony.

Additional Sections:

  • Top Right:
    • Event Announcement:
      • "BIMILLENNIUM VERGILIANUM. II. 'Virgil and the Epic.'"
        • Speaker: Assistant Professor L. D. Peterkin
        • Location: Large Lecture Room of the Fogg Art Museum, 4:30 P.M.
  • Bottom Right:
    • Wedding Announcement:
      • Title: "Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today"
      • Content:
        • Details about the wedding of Miss Pauline Fennor Potter to Charles Harold Cooley.
        • Information about the ceremony, including the venue (Baltimore Country Club), attendees, and the wedding party.
        • Mentions of notable guests, such as Mrs. Richard D. Sears, Jr., and other family members.
        • Description of the wedding attire and decorations, including a gown of pale yellow satin and a long gold veil.

Other Notes:

  • Handwritten Annotations:
    • There are handwritten notes on the page, including "Crimson Oct. 1920" and "Transcript Oct. 16" near the top right corner.
    • The word "Transcript" appears again near the bottom right, suggesting this page may have been part of a transcript or archive.

Overall Layout:

  • The page is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with clear headings, subheadings, and organized sections.
  • The content includes cultural events, academic lectures, and social news, reflecting a mix of intellectual and social topics typical of early 20th-century publications.

This page provides a snapshot of cultural, academic, and social life in October 1920, highlighting events at the Fogg Art Museum, commentary on American behavior, and a prominent wedding announcement.

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The image you have shared appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or articles mounted or arranged on a single page. The top right corner of the page has the handwritten text "Gazette Oct. 12" indicating that these articles likely come from the October 12th edition of a newspaper named the Gazette. Below it, another newspaper title "Transcript Oct. 16" suggests that there is also content from an October 16th edition of a newspaper called the Transcript.

The articles and notices cover a variety of topics from schedules and comments on classical literature events like "Bimillennium Vergilianum" to geological conferences. The most prominent article, with the headline "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT", discusses a perspective on the American lifestyle, attributing quotes to someone with the last name Goldschmidt. The article touches on Americans' speed, lack of rest, and how they perceive time, contrasting American culture with European attitudes.

On the right, another article discusses the Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts Lecturers, mentioning Edward W. Forbes of the Fogg Art Museum. Below these pieces, a wide column is dedicated to the notice of Bostonians seeing Miss Harriet Coldwell on the day mentioned. The various texts create a historical snapshot that provides insight into the cultural, educational, and social discussions of the time.

The date "Oct. 1, 1920" is written in a corner, suggesting these clippings may be from that period. The language used and the nature of the articles suggest the clippings are from American newspapers of the early 20th century. The page appears aged, with discoloration and some handwritten marks, further hinting at its historical nature.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings and a typed schedule. The clippings include articles and event notices from October 14-16, presumably in the year 1920 based on one of the newspaper's dates.

At the top of the page:

  • There is a schedule for Tuesday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 15. These events include lectures at the Fogg Art Museum. Titles such as "Self-revelation in Virgil" and "Virgil and the Epic" are mentioned, along with a Geological Conference with brief reports on a summer field work by the members of the conference.

Next, under the schedule, there are two articles and one notice:

  1. A clipping with the title "AMERICANS RUSH, HURRY TOO MUCH, SAYS GOLDSCHMIDT," noting the observations of Professor Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin on American culture versus European culture.
  2. An article titled "Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today," detailing the wedding of Miss Potter with various guests listed, indicating it is a social notice. This is from the "Crimson" dated October 11, 1920.
  3. A brief note about Edward W. Forbes being a lecturer at the Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts.

Additionally, there's handwritten text on the page, possibly added by the compiler of the scrapbook:

  • "Gazette" followed by "Oct 12" near the top right.
  • "Transcript" followed by "Oct 16" under the Forbes lecture notice.
  • "Crimson Oct. 11, 1920" next to the wedding article.
  • "Transcript Oct. 11" below the wedding article.

The page features small holes punched in the left margin, suggesting it is from a bound scrapbook or album.

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A vintage scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto a cream sheet that’s been pinned or stapled in place.

  • The top area shows a calendar-like schedule for Tuesday, October 14 and Wednesday, October 15, with lecture titles and venue (Fogg Art Museum) and small notes about a geological conference and a “Self-revelation in Virgil” topic. A handwritten note “Gazette Oct. 12” is in the upper right.
  • The left column features a large article headlined “Americans Rush, Hurry Too Much, Says Goldschmidt,” with subheads like “But the American Idea is Now Penetrating Into Europe More and More” and “Crowds Are Interesting.”
  • There are smaller clipped items in the middle and right columns, including notices about an Edward W. Forbes School of Fine Arts Lecturer and other brief news items (e.g., “Transcripts” and a date like Oct. 16).
  • The page has a collage-like, cut-and-paste layout and a slightly yellowed, aged appearance typical of old newspapers or scrapbooks.

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This image shows a page with various clippings of typed text and printed headlines. The content features announcements, newspaper articles, and lecture details dated around October 1920. The clippings are about events, thoughts on cultural differences, and personal stories. There are handwritten notes in the margins, such as "Gazette Oct. 12," "Transcript Oct. 11," and "Transcript Oct. 16." The main text includes bold headings like "Americans Rush, Hurry Too Much, Says Goldschmidt" and "Bostonians See Miss Potter Wed Today." The page appears to be a compilation of pieces for informational or archival purposes and has small punched holes along the left side, indicating it might have been placed in a binder.