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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794119

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The image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." It appears to be a newsletter or publication focused on news and updates from Harvard University, particularly from the alumni community. The page includes several sections:

  1. Noble Lectures: This section mentions the William Belden Noble Lectures for the current academic year, which will be given by Rev. William Boothby Selbie, Principal of Mansfield College, Oxford University. The general subject of the series is "Religion and Life." The dates and titles of the individual lectures are listed, which will be held at Phillips Brooks House at 8 P.M. and are open to the public.

  2. Professor Frankfurter at Yale: This section discusses Felix Frankfurter, L.L.B. '03, Byrne Professor of Administrative Law at the Harvard Law School, who will give the Dodge Lectures at Yale for the current academic year. His general subject will be "Public Administration and the Public." The dates and subjects of the individual lectures are provided, which will be held in Lampson Lyceum at 8:15 P.M. and are open to the public.

  3. Harvard Law Review: This section announces that Paul A. Freund, 2 Law, A.B. (Washington Univ.) '28, of St. Louis, has been elected president of the Harvard Law Review. Hugh McD. Ritchey, 2 Law, A.B. (Princeton) '28, of Cincinnati, has been elected treasurer. The editors of the Harvard Law Review have also been appointed, with their names and positions listed.

The page is part of a printed document, and the visible right-hand side of the page is blank, indicating that the image only shows a partial page of the publication.

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The image shows an open book or magazine lying flat, with the left page visible. The page is from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," as indicated by the title at the top. The page number is 780, located in the top left corner. The content on the page includes several sections:

  1. A list of individuals with their academic degrees and years, along with brief descriptions of their academic positions and research topics.
  2. A section titled "NOBLE LECTURES" which details the William Belden Noble Lectures for the current academic year, given by Rev. William Boothby Selbie. It includes the dates and titles of the lectures, which are focused on "Religion and Life."
  3. A section titled "PROFESSOR FRANKFURTER AT YALE" which describes the Dodge Lectures at Yale given by Felix Frankfurter. It includes the dates and subjects of the lectures, which are focused on "Public Administration and the Public."
  4. A section titled "HARVARD LAW REVIEW" which announces the election of Paul A. Freund as president and Hugh McD. Ritchey as treasurer of the Harvard Law Review. It also lists the editors appointed for different roles.

The right page is blank, and the book is placed on a light-colored surface. The edges of the pages are slightly worn, suggesting it might be an older publication.

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This image displays a single, aged page from a publication, laid open at a slight angle on a plain, light gray surface. The paper is off-white or cream-colored, with visible signs of aging such as slight discoloration and a slightly uneven, possibly deckled, edge along the right-hand side.

The page is printed in black ink using a traditional serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications. The top of the page clearly reads the title “HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN” in all capital letters, centered above the main body of text. On the upper left, the page number “780” is visible.

The content is organized into several distinct sections with subheadings:

  1. Individual Profiles and Research: The left column lists Harvard alumni and their academic pursuits or achievements, such as:

    • Nelson C. Hanway for his work on William Cowper.
    • J. Leslie Hotson searching for Elizabethan material.
    • Randall Thompson for work in musical composition.
    • Joseph C. Russell studying Latin manuscripts in England.
    • Clarence Kennedy on Renaissance sculpture.
    • Charles H. Wesley on Negro slavery.
    • John W. Spargo on the poet Virgil.
    • A note on the John Simon Guggenheim Foundation and its awards.
  2. Noble Lectures: The right column details the upcoming William Belden Noble Lectures to be given by Rev. William Boothby Selbie from Mansfield College, Oxford. The general theme is “Religion and Life,” and specific dates and titles of individual lectures are listed (e.g., April 21: “Religion in History”).

  3. Professor Frankfurter at Yale: This section announces that Felix Frankfurter of the Harvard Law School will deliver the Dodge Lectures at Yale on the subject of “Public Administration and the Public,” with a list of lecture dates and titles (e.g., April 18: “The Demand of Modern Society upon Government”).

  4. Harvard Law Review: The final section reports on changes in the editorial board of the Harvard Law Review, announcing the election of Paul A. Freund as president, Hugh McD. Ritchey as treasurer, and the appointment of new editors.

The overall impression is that of a historical, academic publication, providing updates on alumni activities, upcoming lectures, and institutional news for the Harvard community. The lighting is even, casting a soft shadow to the right and below the page.

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The image shows an open book with text on both sides. The book appears to be a bulletin or a newsletter, as it contains announcements and information about lectures, events, and other activities. The text is organized into sections, with headings such as "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," "Noble Lectures," and "Professor Frankfurter, LL.B., at Yale." The content of the bulletin includes details about upcoming lectures, the names of the speakers, and the dates and times of the events. The bulletin also includes information about the establishment of the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation and the election of Paul A. Freund as the president of the Harvard Law Review.

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An open page of a book is displayed on a white surface. The book is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page is numbered 780. The page has a list of names of people who are alumni of Harvard University. The names are accompanied by their academic degrees and the years they graduated. The page also includes a list of upcoming events, such as lectures and meetings. The page is printed on white paper.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 780. The page is formatted as a printed document with a clean, formal layout typical of academic or institutional publications. The content is divided into two main sections:

Left Column:

  • Header: The top of the page displays the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" prominently.
  • Content: This section lists various academic achievements, appointments, and honors of Harvard alumni. Each entry includes the individual's name, degree(s), academic or professional title, and a brief description of their accomplishments. Examples include:
    • Nileson C. Hannay, A.M., and Ph.D.: Professor of English Language and Literature at the Boston University School of Religious Education and Social Service, preparing a collected edition of Cowper's letters.
    • J. Leslie Hotson, A.M., 20, Ph.D.: Associate Professor of English at New York University, conducting research in the legal archives of England for material concerning Elizabethan poets and dramatists.
    • John W. Sprague, A.M., 25, Ph.D.: Assistant Professor of English at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois, for a study of the legends, medieval and modern, which developed about the name of Virgil, the Latin poet.
    • Paul A. Freund, LL.B., A.B.: Elected president of the Harvard Law Review.

Right Column:

  • Noble Lectures: This section announces the William Belden Noble Lectures for the current academic year, to be given by Rev. William Boothby, Principal of Mansfield College, Oxford University. The general subject of the series is "Religion and Life." The lectures will be held in the Phillips Brooks House at 8 P.M., with dates and topics listed:
    • April 21: "Religion in History"
    • April 24: "Religion and Psychology"
    • April 26: "Religion in God"
    • April 28: "The Christian Contribution"
    • May 2: "Religion and Eternal Life"
  • Professor Frankfurter at Yale: This section mentions Felix Frankfurter, LL.B., Professor of Administrative Law at the Harvard Law School, who will give the Dodge Lectures at Yale for the current academic year. His general subject will be "Public Administration and the Public." The lectures will be administered by the Lampson Lyceum at Yale, with sessions open to the public.
  • Harvard Law Review: This section highlights Paul A. Freund, LL.B., A.B., as the elected president of the Harvard Law Review. It also mentions other notable individuals associated with the review, such as Hugh M.G. Ritcher, A.B. (Princeton '28), who has been elected treasurer, and D.M. Sandmire, '28, A.B. (Havard '26), who is the editor of Issues of Law, A.B. (Princeton '28).

Overall Design:

  • The page has a clean, structured layout with clear headings and subheadings.
  • The text is printed in a serif font, typical of formal academic publications.
  • The page number (780) is visible at the top left corner.
  • There are no images, graphs, or illustrations—only textual content.

This page serves as a record of academic achievements, lecture announcements, and institutional updates relevant to Harvard alumni and the broader academic community.

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This image shows a single open page from a printed publication titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN." The left side of the image displays the printed page with text, while the right side shows the blank, unprinted side of the following page, which is visible as the page is slightly folded back along its binding edge. The printed text includes various headings and sections that appear to discuss academic matters, lectures, and other related content, this suggesting the publication is likely connected to university activities, alumni affairs, or academic announcements. The specific content of the text is not completely visible without reading through it, but the structure implies different sections with information such as dates and topics for lectures, possibly names of lecturers or honorees, and articles or notes regarding certain disciplines or fields.

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The image features a page from an older publication, specifically from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The page number 780 is visible at the top. The text includes a list of academic appointments, lectures, and reviews. Notable sections include:

  1. Noble Lectures: Information about the William Belden Noble Lectures for the current academic year, featuring speakers like William Bishop Selbie, Ph.D. from Mansfield College, Oxford University, covering topics such as "Occupation," "Christian Ethics," and "Religion and the East."

  2. Professor Frankfurter at Yale: Details about Professor Felix Frankfurter from Harvard Law who is set to lecture at Yale. His public lecture titles include "The Demand of Modern Society on the Law" and "American Administrative and Democracy."

  3. Harvard Law Review: Mention of contributors to the review, including Paul A. Freund, Erwin N. Griswold, Benjamin Kaplan, and Thomas H. Hackett.

The layout is typical of academic bulletins, featuring dense text, names, titles, and brief descriptions of the events or publications listed. The page appears to be aged with a slight yellowish tint, characteristic of older documents. The right-hand side shows part of a blank page, indicating the document may have been scanned or photographed.

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The image shows an open book or magazine laid flat on a beige or light gray surface. The visible page is numbered 780 and is titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN." The page contains several sections with headings such as "NOBLE LECTURES," "PROFESSOR FRANKFURTER AT YALE," and "HARVARD LAW REVIEW."

The "NOBLE LECTURES" section announces a lecture series for the academic year by Rev. William Boothby Selbie from Mansfield College, Oxford University. The topics include “Religion in History,” “Religion and Psychology,” “Belief in God,” “The Christian Contribution,” “Religion and Ethics,” and “Religion and Eternal Life.” Dates in April and May are listed for these lectures.

The "PROFESSOR FRANKFURTER AT YALE" section references Felix Frankfurter, a professor and administrative law figure at Harvard, who is appearing at Yale for lectures on law and government in early April.

The "HARVARD LAW REVIEW" section mentions Paul A. Freund, Law Review president, and Hugh McD. Ritchey, treasurer, along with editorial appointments for the review.

The text appears to be densely printed in a classic serif font style, typical for academic or alumni publications. The paper looks slightly aged, with a beige tone. The right edge of the open material beyond the page is rough and unfinished, possibly indicating it's either an older or archival document or that the page is mounted on a piece of heavier rough paper for preservation or display.

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The image shows an open book or pamphlet with text on the left-hand page, titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" at the top of the page. The text is organized into paragraphs and sections, discussing various topics such as lecturers, lectures, professors, and academic reviews. The content appears to be about academic activities, notable scholars, and scholarly contributions.

The right-hand side of the image shows a blank, rough-edged sheet, possibly protecting or attached to the main page for support. The overall aesthetic suggests the publication has an archival or vintage quality.