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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

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This image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930, and page 55. The page contains a variety of information, including:

  1. Church Services: A list of church services for several churches in the Harvard area, including details such as the time, services, and ministers for the Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church, First Church in Cambridge (Congregational), Old Cambridge Baptist Church, Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal), First Church in Cambridge (Unitarian), First Church of Christ, Scientist, University Lutheran Church, St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic), and the Society of Friends (Quakers). Each entry provides the name of the church, the minister, and the times for various services.

  2. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Information about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, given by Professor Arthur M. Hind. It details the lectures' schedule, including the topics and dates, and mentions that the lectures were open to the public in the New Lecture Hall.

  3. Lecture Course in Religion: Announcement of a lecture series titled "Present Day Trends in Religion" by the Graduate Schools Committee of Phillips Brooks House Association. The series includes specific dates and speakers for the lectures.

  4. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: Notices about a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet, dated December 12, 1930, in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, with a detailed program listing.

  5. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Information about upcoming concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra, scheduled for various dates in 1930 and 1931.

The page also includes a section titled "Calendar Notes," which provides additional details about lectures and events, including the last lecture in a series on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts" by Professor Arthur M. Hind and a lecture on "Old Master Drawings" scheduled for December 16, 1930.

The page is formatted in a typical newspaper layout with headings, subheadings, and detailed listings. The content reflects the diverse cultural and academic activities available to the Harvard community in the early 1930s.

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This image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930. The page contains information about various church services, lectures, and events occurring around the Harvard University area.

Key sections and details:

  • Church Services:

    • Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church: Services on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and other times.
    • First Church in Cambridge (Congregational): Services on Sunday at 9:45 a.m. and other times.
    • Old Cambridge Baptist Church: Services on Sunday at 10:30 a.m. and other times.
    • Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal): Services on Sunday at 7:30 a.m. and other times.
    • First Church in Cambridge (Unitarian): Services on Sunday at 11 a.m. and other times.
    • First Church of Christ, Scientist: Services on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and other times.
    • University Lutheran Church: Services on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. and other times.
    • St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic): Masses on Sunday at 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 a.m. and other times.
    • Society of Friends (Quakers): Meeting for Worship on Sunday at 10:45 a.m.
  • Lectures and Courses:

    • The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Professor Arthur M. Hind will give lectures on Rembrandt. The remaining lectures will be given on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock.
    • Lecture Course in Religion: A series of lectures on "Present Day Trends in Religion" given on Sunday afternoons at four o'clock in Peabody Hall, Phillips Brooks House.
    • Lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts": Professor Hind will give the last lecture in this series on December 11.
  • Concerts:

    • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: A second concert will be given in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening, December 12, at 8:15 o'clock.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Concerts will be given in Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings on specified dates.

The page is well-organized, with clear headings and subheadings to separate the different types of information. The text is typed in a formal, serif font typical of the era. There are three holes punched on the right side, likely for filing in a binder. The paper appears aged, with a slightly yellowed tint.

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This image displays page 55 of the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930. It is a printed newspaper page containing announcements and schedules for university events, lectures, and religious services, typical of a campus bulletin.

The page is organized into two main columns with several distinct sections:


Left Column

  • Religious Services Schedule: A comprehensive list of Sunday and weekday services for various Cambridge churches affiliated with Harvard, including:

    • Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church (Minister: Rev. J. Edwin Lacount)
    • First Church in Cambridge (Congregational) (Minister: Rev. Raymond Calkins)
    • Old Cambridge Baptist Church (Minister: Rev. John H. McLean)
    • Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal) (Rector: Rev. C. Leslie Glenn)
    • First Church in Cambridge (Unitarian) (Minister: Rev. Ralph E. Baily)
    • First Church of Christ, Scientist (Pastor: Rev. Norman D. Goehring)
    • University Lutheran Church (Pastor: Rev. Augustine F. Hickey)
    • St. Paul’s Church (Roman Catholic) (Pastor: Rev. Augustine F. Hickey)
    • Society of Friends (Quakers)

    Each entry lists the church's location, minister, and specific times for services such as Morning Worship, Church School, Sermons, and evening meetings.

  • Calendar Notes: This section announces a lecture series on “Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts” by Professor Arthur M. Hind, the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry. The final lecture in the series, titled “Chiaroscuo Woodcut,” is scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, at 5 p.m. in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Museum, and is open to the public.


Right Column

  • The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: This section confirms that Professor Arthur M. Hind (same as above) is the fourth holder of the prestigious Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry. He will give a series of lectures entitled “Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts” at the New Lecture Hall, corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets. The lectures announced for December 10 and February 4 are cancelled. Three remaining lectures will be held on Wednesday evenings at 8:00 p.m.:

    • Feb. 11: Portraits
    • Feb. 18: Landscapes
    • Feb. 25: Conclusion
    • Professor Hind will also be available to meet students in his office on the third floor of the Fogg Art Museum on afternoons following his lectures, from 2 to 4 o’clock.
  • Lecture Course in Religion: The Graduate Schools Committee of Phillips Brooks House Association announces a lecture series titled “Present Day Trends in Religion” on Sunday afternoons at 4:00 p.m. in Peabody Hall, Phillips Brooks House.

    • Dec. 7: “Soviets and Religion” – Dr. Bruce Campbell Hoppen, Representative of the Institute of Current World Affairs in Russia, 1926-29.
    • Dec. 14: “The Oxford Group” – Rev. Frank N. D. Buchman.
  • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: Under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts, the Stradivarius Quartet (Wolfe Wolfinsohn, first violin; Alfred Pochon, second violin; Nicolas Moldavan, viola; Gerald Warburg, violoncello) will give a second concert on Friday evening, December 12, at 8:15 p.m. in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum. The concert is open to the public and free of charge. The program features:

    • Beethoven – Quartet in A major, Op. 18, No. 5
    • E. Moor – Prelude (played from manuscript)
    • Glazounow – Quartet in A minor, Op. 64
    • A third concert is scheduled for January 16th, 1931.
  • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra will be held at Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings on the following dates: December 11, 1930; January 15, February 19, March 12, April 2, and April 30, 1931.


Physical Description

The page is printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, indicative of its 1930 origin. It has three circular punch holes along the right margin, suggesting it was stored in a binder or file. The layout is clean and typewritten, with clear, bold headings for each section. The text is dense but well-organized, reflecting the informational purpose of a university gazette. The paper is mounted on a light blue-gray backing, and the overall presentation suggests it is a preserved archival document.

This page provides a fascinating snapshot of academic, cultural, and religious life at Harvard University in the early 1930s.

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The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930. The page features a mix of academic and cultural announcements for the Harvard community.

At the top of the page, there are details about various church services and lectures. For instance, there are listings for the "Eworth Methodist Episcopal Church," "First Church in Cambridge," "Old Cambridge Baptist Church," and "Christ Church," each providing specific times and details for their Sunday services, church schools, and other activities.

Below this section, there is a prominent announcement for "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures." The lectures are given by Professor Arthur M. Hind, who is described as the former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum. The lectures are scheduled for December 10 and February 4, with additional lectures on Wednesday evenings from December 10 to February 4.

Further down the page, there is information about a lecture course in religion by the Graduate School Committee of Phillips Brooks House Association. The course includes lectures on "Present Day Trends in Religion" and "Soviets and Religion," among others.

The page also includes details about a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet, which will be held in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum on December 12, and a series of concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra scheduled for various dates in December and January.

The bottom of the page contains "Calendar Notes," which announce a series of lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts" by Professor Arthur M. Hind, starting with "Chiaroscuro Woodcut" on December 11.

The page is designed with a clean layout, featuring columns and bullet points for easy readability, and it reflects the academic and cultural activities available to the Harvard community during that period.

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The image depicts a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930. The page is filled with various announcements and events related to the university.

At the top of the page, there is a heading that reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE," followed by the date and page number "Dec. 6, 1930, 55." Below this, there is a section titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures," which announces that Professor Arthur M. Hind, former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London, will be giving a series of lectures on Rembrandt, open to the public, in the New Lecture Hall, corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets. The lectures are scheduled for Wednesday evenings at 8:00 o'clock.

Following this, there is a section titled "Lecture Course in Religion," which announces a series of lectures on "Present Day Trends in Religion" given on Sunday afternoons at four o'clock in Peabody Hall, Phillips Brooks House. The remaining lectures for the first half-year will be given as follows: Dec. 7 - "Soviets and Religion" by Dr. Bruce Campbell Hopper, Representative of the Institute of Current World Affairs in Russia, 1929-30; Dec. 14 - "The Oxford Group" by Rev. Frank N. D. Buchanan.

There is also a section titled "Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet," which announces a concert to be held in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum on Friday evening, December 12, at 8:15 o'clock. The concert will be open to the public, free of charge.

Additionally, there is a section titled "Lectures on 'Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts'," which announces a series of lectures to be given by Professor Arthur M. Hind during the academic year 1930-31. The last lecture in this series will be given on December 11, titled "Chiaroscuro Woodcut."

Finally, there is a section titled "Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts," which announces concerts to be held in Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings, December 11, 1930, January 15, February 19, March 12, and April 30, 1931.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930, and labeled as page 55. The page contains a variety of announcements and calendar notes related to university activities, lectures, religious services, concerts, and other events. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information

  • Title: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE"
  • Date: December 6, 1930
  • Page Number: 55

Content Overview

The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different events, lectures, and announcements.


1. Religious Services and Church Activities

The left column lists several church services and events held in Cambridge, Massachusetts. These include:

  • Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church: Services led by Rev. J. Edwin Lacoutte, including Sunday School, Morning Worship, and Vesper services.
  • First Church in Cambridge (Congregational): Services led by Rev. Raymond Calkins.
  • Old Cambridge Baptist Church: Services led by Rev. John H. McLean.
  • Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal): Services led by Rev. C. Leslie Green.
  • First Church in Cambridge (Unitarian): Services led by Rev. Ralph E. Bailey.
  • First Church of Christ, Scientist: Services led by Rev. Norman D. Goehring.
  • University Lutheran Church: Services led by Rev. Augustine F. Hickey.
  • Society of Friends (Quakers): Meeting for worship led by Bible Classes.

Each entry provides details such as:

  • Day and time of services.
  • Location of the church.
  • Pastor/Minister leading the service.
  • Additional activities, such as Sunday School, Morning Worship, and Vesper services.

2. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures

The right column begins with an announcement about The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures:

  • Professor Arthur M. Hind, former Slade Professor at Oxford University and Assistant Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum, London, will deliver the lectures.
  • These lectures are endowed by Mr. C. Channey Stillman, Class of 1889.
  • The lectures will be open to the public and held in the New Lecture Hall, corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets.
  • The lectures are scheduled for December 10 and February 4, with no lectures on Wednesday evenings at 8 o'clock as half-year.
  • A second half-year of lectures is also announced, with topics such as:
    • February 11: Portraits
    • February 18: Landscapes
    • February 25: Conclusion
  • Professor Hind will meet students in his room on the third floor of the Fogg Art Museum on afternoons from 2 to 4 o'clock.

3. Lecture Course in Religion

The page also announces a Graduate Schools Committee of Phillips Brooks House Association lecture series:

  • Title: "Present Day Trends in Religion"
  • Lectures are scheduled on Sunday afternoons at four o'clock in Peabody Hall, Philips Brooks House.
  • The lectures are part of a series being given, with the first half-year lectures listed as:
    • December 7: "Soviets and Religion" by Dr. Bruce Campbell
    • December 14: "The World Affairs in Russia, 1920-29" by The Oxford Group, Rev. Frank K. D. Buchan

4. Calendar Notes

The page includes several calendar notes under the heading "CALENDAR NOTES":

  • Lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts":
    • Delivered by Professor Arthur M. Hind, Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry during the academic year 1930–31.
    • The lectures will be held in the Large Lecture Hall of the Fogg Art Art Museum at 5 P.M. and are open to the public.
    • The first lecture is titled "Chiaroscuro Woodcuts" on Tuesday, December 16.
    • The last lecture in this series will be on "Old Master Drawings."

5. Concert Announcements

The page also includes announcements for upcoming concerts:

  • Concert by the Stravidarius Quartet:

    • Under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fine Arts.
    • The quartet includes:
      • Wolfe Wolfinsohn (violin)
      • Alfred Pockhorn (violin)
      • Nikolai Moldavan (viola)
      • Gerald Wechtung (cello)
    • The concert will take place on Friday evening, December 12, at 8:15 o'clock in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum.
    • The concert is free of charge and open to the public.
    • The program includes:
      • Quartet in A major, Op. 18 No. 3 by Beethoven (played from manuscript).
      • Quartet in A minor, Op. 64 by Glinka.
      • The Quartet will give a third concert on January 16th, 1931.
  • Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts:

    • Concerts will be held in Sanders Theatre on Thursday evenings:
      • December 11, 1930
      • January 15, 1931
      • February 19, 1931
      • March 12, 1931
      • April 2, 1931

Visual Layout

  • The page is printed in a monospaced font, typical of typewritten or early printed documents.
  • The text is neatly organized into columns, with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The layout includes bold and italicized text to highlight important details, such as lecture titles, dates, and times.

Overall Context

The page serves as a comprehensive bulletin for the Harvard University community, providing details about religious services, academic lectures, concerts, and other cultural events. It reflects the academic and cultural vibrancy of the university in the early 20th century, highlighting the integration of arts, religion, and education. The inclusion of specific dates, times, and locations indicates a well-organized schedule for students, faculty, and the public.

Final Answer: The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated December 6, 1930, detailing religious services, the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind, a lecture course in religion, calendar notes on early Italian engravings and woodcuts, and announcements for concerts by the Stravidarius Quartet and the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

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This is a scanned image of a page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically from the issue dated December 6, 1930. It appears to be a section dedicated to community announcements, listing various events and notes pertinent to Harvard University and potentially the wider community at that time.

The page header reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE" in all caps. The page is numbered 55 in the top right corner, and the events are divided into different categories, some of which are:

  1. Church Services: The schedule and locations of services for various churches in the Harvard University vicinity are listed, including services at churches such as "Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church," "First Church in Cambridge (Congregational)," and "University Lutheran Church."

  2. Calendar Notes: There is a section detailing lectures under "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts" sponsored by the Division of Fine Arts, with specific note about a lecture given by Professor Arthur M. Hind.

  3. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures: Information about lectures to be given by Professor Arthur M. Hind, former Slade Professor at Oxford University, who was also serving as Keeper of the Department of Prints and Drawings at the British Museum. The lectures pertain to the Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.

  4. Lecture Series in Religion: A mention of a lecture series concerning "Present Day Trends in Religion," to be held on Sunday afternoons at 4 o'clock in the Phillips Brooks House.

  5. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: Announcement of a performance by the Stradivarius Quartet at the Fogg Art Museum.

  6. Boston Symphony Orchestra Concerts: Dates are provided for concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra to be held in Sanders Theatre.

The format of the page suggests it is a comprehensive schedule, including times and locations for various educational, religious, and cultural events of the period.

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The image is a page from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated December 6, 1930. The page is marked with the number 55 at the top right corner. It contains several sections:

  1. A detailed list of religious services from various churches around Harvard, including:

    • Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church with Reverend J. Haviland Leach.
    • First Church in Cambridge (Congregational) with Reverend C. Clyde Clark.
    • Old Cambridge Baptist Church with Reverend John H. Mclean.
    • Christ Church (Episcopal) with Reverend J. Cleveland Cady.
    • First Parish in Cambridge (Unitarian) with Reverend E.M. Seiler.
    • North Avenue Baptist Church with Reverend Fred R. Whitehouse.
    • University Lutheran Church with Reverend Norman M. Geisinger.
    • St. Paul's Church (Roman Catholic) with Reverend Augustine F. Hickey.
    • Society of Friends with Meeting for Worship.
  2. A section on "Calendar Notes" which includes information on lectures and events:

    • Lectures on "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts" given by Professor Arthur M. Hind.
    • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet with a program featuring works by Beethoven, Moore, and Gliere.
    • Graduate Schools Committee lectures on "Present Day Trends in Religion".
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts schedule for the 1930-1931 season.
  3. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures section announcing Professor Arthur M. Hind's upcoming lectures in honor of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.

Overall, the page provides information about religious services, academic lectures, musical concerts, and cultural events happening at Harvard University in December 1930.

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  • The image is a scanned page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930 (page 55).
  • It appears as a two-column layout filled with small, dense text.
  • The left column lists church services in the Cambridge area (Eworth Methodist Episcopal, First Church in Cambridge, Old Cambridge, University Lutheran, etc.) with times, ministers, and brief notes.
  • The lower part of the left column has a “Calendar Notes” section describing lectures on Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts by Professor Hind.
  • The middle section is titled The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures and describes the lecturer, Professor Arthur Hind, his background, and the venue (New Lecture Hall, corner of Kirkland and Oxford Streets). It mentions lectures and the schedule.
  • The right column includes notices about a Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet and other Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts, with details about timing and locations.
  • The page has an aged, yellowed newspaper look with small type and a couple of binding holes along the right edge.

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This image portrays a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated December 6, 1930, page number 55. The page is primarily text, consisting of announcements and schedules related to educational events, church services, lectures, and concerts. Sections of the page are organized into headlines or topics to make it easier to identify specific information.

Key sections include:

  1. Lists of church services:

    • Announcements for various religious services and locations, such as the Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church, the First Church in Cambridge (Congregational), Christ Church (Protestant Episcopal), and more.
  2. Lectures and calendar notes:

    • Information on upcoming lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind on topics such as "Early Italian Engravings and Woodcuts." These events are scheduled for December 16 and open to the public.
  3. The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures:

    • Descriptions of lectures by Professor Arthur M. Hind under the title of Charles Eliot Norton Professorship of Poetry, to be held in the New Lecture Hall.
  4. Concert announcements:

    • A concert by the Stradivarius Quartet is scheduled for Friday evening, December 12, 1930, featuring works by Beethoven, Moore, and Glazounov.
    • Boston Symphony Orchestra concerts in Sanders Theatre are scheduled on various dates between December 11, 1930, and April 30, 1931.

The typography is clean and organized for a 1930 publication, with bolded headers for sections. The page has visible punched holes along the right edge, likely for binding or filing purposes.