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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794134

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The image appears to be a page from a publication, possibly a bulletin or newsletter, from the year 1930. It is divided into sections, and the content includes information about a concert by the Brosa Quartet and a calendar of events.

Top Left Section:

  • Title: "Paine Hall Concert"
  • Details: The Brosa Quartet of London is scheduled to perform at 8:15 PM in Paine Hall of the Music Building. The performance will be assisted by Miss Harriet Cohen, pianist, and is given through the courtesy of Mrs. Frederick Shurtleff Coolidge. The event is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts and will be open to the public and all members of the University.
  • Date: October 31, 1930 (handwritten at the bottom of the section).

Bottom Left Section:

  • Title: "CONCERT BY THE BROSSA QUARTET"
  • Details: Similar to the top left section, it reiterates that the Brosa Quartet of London, with Harriet Cohen as the pianist, is scheduled to perform on Monday evening, October 27, at 8:15 PM in Paine Hall of the Music Building. The event is open to the public and will be under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts.
  • Date: October 23, 1930 (handwritten at the bottom of the section).

Right Section:

  • Title: "CALENDAR"
  • Details: This section lists a series of events scheduled from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, November 2, 1930. These events include:
    • Football games between various teams such as Dartmouth, Harvard, Yale, William and Mary, etc.
    • Cross-country meets.
    • Soccer games.
    • Concerts.
    • Lectures.
    • Services at Appleton Chapel.
  • Date: October 23, 1930 (handwritten at the bottom of the section).

The page is neatly organized with clear headings and concise information, and it reflects the activities and events of the time, likely at a university or a cultural institution.

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The image shows a page with two distinct sections, each containing a clipping from a publication, dated October 23, 1930. Both clippings are from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin.

  1. Left Side:

    • Paine Hall Concert: This section announces a concert by the Brosa Quartet of London, assisted by Miss Harriet Cohen, pianist. The concert is scheduled for the following Monday evening at 8:15 PM in Paine Hall of the Music building. It is given under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts and is open to the public as well as all members of the University. The clipping is dated October 21, 1930.
  2. Right Side:

    • Calendar: This section lists events from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, November 2, 1930. The events include various sports matches (soccer, football, and cross country), concerts, lectures, and religious services. Notable events include:
      • Soccer matches between Dartmouth and Harvard, and Phillips Exeter Academy and Harvard '34.
      • Football matches between Dartmouth and Harvard, and William and Mary and Harvard.
      • Concerts by the Brosa Quartet of London.
      • Lectures at the Harvard College Observatory on topics like "More About Nebulae" and "The Interior of a Star."
      • Religious services at Appleton Chapel with preachers from different locations.

The page appears to be a compilation of these clippings, possibly for archival or reference purposes. The paper has a yellowed appearance, indicating its age. There are also two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder. The bottom edge of the paper is slightly torn.

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This image shows a single, aged, off-white sheet of paper, likely from a scrapbook or archive, featuring two pasted clippings from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated October 23, 1930.

The paper has three visible binder holes along its left edge and a slightly uneven, torn bottom edge, indicating it is a physical document.

The two clippings are glued onto the page:

  • Left Clipping (Titled "Paine Hall Concert"):
    This announcement details a concert by the Brosa Quartet of London. The event is scheduled for Monday, October 27, 1930, at 8:15 P.M. in Paine Hall of the Music Building. It will feature pianist Miss Harriet Cohen and is presented through the courtesy of Mrs. Frederic Shurtleff Coolidge. The concert is open to the public and Harvard students under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts. A handwritten note in the top left corner reads "Crimson Oct. 21, 1930", suggesting the clipping may have also appeared in the Harvard Crimson newspaper on that date. The source is noted at the bottom as "Harvard Alumni Bulletin October 23, 1930".

  • Right Clipping (Titled "CALENDAR"):
    This is a daily calendar of events for the week of October 24 to November 2, 1930. It lists a variety of activities including soccer, football, cross country, and chapel services. Notable entries include:

    • Saturday, Oct. 25: Football: Dartmouth vs. Harvard.
    • Sunday, Oct. 26: Appleton Chapel service with Rev. Philemon F. Sturges.
    • Monday, Oct. 27: Concert by the Brosa Quartet (reiterating the left clipping's event).
    • Tuesday, Oct. 28: Open night and lecture at Harvard College Observatory: “More About Nebulae,” by Miss Adelaide Ames.
    • Thursday, Oct. 30: Lecture at Harvard College Observatory: “The Interior of a Star” by Professor H. H. Plaskett.
    • Friday, Oct. 31: Cross country, Yale vs. Harvard.
    • Saturday, Nov. 1: Football: William and Mary vs. Harvard.
    • Sunday, Nov. 2: Appleton Chapel service with Rev. Lawrence P. Jacks.
      The source is again noted at the bottom: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin Oct. 23, 1930".

In summary, the image is a historical document preserving announcements of cultural and athletic events at Harvard University in late October/early November 1930, with a specific focus on a concert by the Brosa Quartet. The inclusion of two clippings referencing the same concert suggests the event was of particular interest to the paper's compiler.

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The image shows a page from a bulletin with the date October 23, 1930. The bulletin features a calendar with events listed for the month of October and November. The calendar includes details such as dates, times, and locations of various events. The events include concerts, lectures, and sports matches. The bulletin also includes a section titled "Paige Hall Concert" with details about a concert by the Brosa Quartet. The concert is scheduled to take place on Monday evening, October 27, at 8:15 P.M. in Paine Hall of the Music Building. The concert is open to the public without charge and is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and of the Fine Arts.

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The image is a page from an old bulletin or newspaper. The page is divided into two columns, with the left column titled "Paine Hall Concert" and the right column titled "Calendar." The left column provides details about an upcoming concert by the Brosa Quartet of London, which will be held on October 21, 1930, at Paine Hall. The concert is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts and is open to the public without charge. The right column lists a series of events and their dates, including a soccer match, a football game, and a concert by the Brosa Quartet of London. The bulletin is dated October 23, 1930, and is titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin."

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated October 23, 1930. The page is divided into two main sections:

Left Side:

  • Headline: "Paine Hall Concert"
  • Details:
    • A concert by the Brosa Quartet of London, assisted by Miss Harriet Cohen, a pianist, is announced for Monday evening, October 27, at 8:15 P.M. in Paine Hall of the Music Building.
    • The concert is open to the public and members of the University, and it is under the auspices of the Divisions of Music and Fine Arts.
    • The event is free of charge.
    • The concert is sponsored by Mrs. Frederic Sharpleff Coolidge, through the courtesy of the Brosa Quartet of London.

Right Side:

  • Headline: "CALENDAR"
  • Details:
    • A list of upcoming events from Friday, October 24, to Sunday, November 2, 1930, is provided.
    • Events include:
      • Friday, October 24: Soccer match between Dartmouth and Harvard.
      • Saturday, October 25: Football match between Dartmouth and Harvard.
      • Sunday, October 26: Appleton Chapel service.
      • Monday, October 27: Concert by the Brosa Quartet of London in Paine Hall.
      • Tuesday, October 28: Lecture titled "More About Nebular Observatory" by Miss Adelaide Ames at the Harvard College Observatory.
      • Thursday, October 30: Open house at the Harvard College Observatory.
      • Friday, October 31: Cross-country race between Yale and Harvard.
      • Saturday, November 1: Football match between William and Mary and Harvard.
      • Sunday, November 2: Appleton Chapel service.

Additional Notes:

  • The page includes a handwritten note at the bottom left corner: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin October 23, 1930", indicating the date of publication.
  • The overall design is clean and formal, typical of early 20th-century printed bulletins.
  • The content reflects a mix of academic, athletic, and cultural events, highlighting the diverse activities at Harvard University during that time.

This page serves as a historical record of campus life and events in 1930, showcasing the cultural and academic offerings available to students and alumni.

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The image shows a document with text content, affixed to a larger beige sheet of paper that has visible creases and three holes punched on the left side, as if it were once part of a binder or similar filing system. The document contains several sections marked by headings, such as "Paine Hall Concert," "CONCERT BY THE BRIOSA QUARTET," "CALENDAR," and two instances of "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" with the date "October 23, 1930" written below.

The texts include schedules and information on concerts, services, sports games (like soccer and football), and lectures at or connected to Harvard University around October 1930. The Harvard Alumni Bulletin references may indicate that this document is from a publication meant for former students of the university to keep them informed about campus events and news. The paper's aged look suggests it is a historical document, preserving information about past events at Harvard. The torn bottom edge also indicates wear.

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The image depicts a page from a publication, containing text in three columns.

The left column features two clipped articles:

  1. Titled "Paine Hall Concert," it announces a concert by the Brosa Quartet of London under the auspices of Mrs. Harriet Coolidge on Monday evening at 8:15 PM. This article is from the "Crimson" with a handwritten date of October 21, 1930.
  2. Titled "Concert by the Brosa Quartet," it provides similar information about the aforementioned concert, slated for Monday, October 27, at 8:15 PM in Paine Hall. This clipping is labeled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated October 23, 1930.

The right column lists a calendar of events scheduled around the same period:

  1. Various sports events on Friday, October 24 (Soccer, Cross Country, etc.)
  2. Football and Soccer matches on Saturday, October 25.
  3. Several events on Sunday, October 26, including a preacher address and a recital.
  4. The Brosa Quartet concert on Monday, October 27.
  5. Open nights at the Observatory on Tuesday and Thursday.
  6. Various other events like Cross Country races on Friday, October 31, and additional sporting events like soccer.

Handwritten annotations at the bottom of the calendar and the second clipping confirm their publication in the Harvard Alumni Bulletin on October 23, 1930.

The page has a beige backdrop with visible punch holes along the left edge, suggesting it might have been part of a larger collection or binder.

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The image shows a piece of paper with three newspaper clippings pasted on it. Each clipping appears to be from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated October 23, 1930.

  1. The top left clipping announces a concert in Paine Hall of the Music building featuring the Brosa Quartet of London, assisted by Miss Harriet Cohen, pianist. The event is scheduled for Monday evening at 8:15 o'clock. It notes the concert is organized under the divisions of Music and Fine Arts and will be open to the public without charge.

  2. Below this, a similar but slightly longer notice reiterates details about the Brosa Quartet concert on October 27 at 8:15 P.M. again mentioning Mrs. Frederick Shurtleff Coolidge's courtesy and the public opening of the event.

  3. The larger clipping on the right is a calendar listing events from Friday, October 24 to Sunday, November 2. It includes various activities such as soccer, cross country, football games, Appleton Chapel services, an observatory lecture titled "More About Nebulae" by Miss Adelaide Ames, and another lecture "The Interior of a Star" by Professor H. H. Plaskett. It also repeats the concert by the Brosa Quartet of London on Monday, October 27, at Paine Hall at 8:15 P.M.

All clippings are typed and have stamps or handwriting indicating their source and date as "Harvard Alumni Bulletin October 23, 1930" and "Crimson Oct. 21, 1930." The paper with the clippings has three hole punches on the left margin, suggesting it was stored in a binder.

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This image shows a scrapbook page containing newspaper clippings and typed announcements related to events. The page includes a calendar and advertisements for upcoming concerts by the Brosa Quartet, as well as other academic and sports events. The documents are annotated with handwritten notes, such as references to the Harvard Alumni Bulletin on October 23, 1930, and Crimson on October 24, 1930. The clippings seem to be neatly arranged on a tan sheet with three punched holes for insertion into a binder. The content mainly refers to events scheduled at Harvard University.