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This image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper or publication, specifically discussing the faculty staff of John Winthrop House. The text is divided into sections with headlines and body text. Here's a summary of the content:

• The headline "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE" is prominently featured at the top.
• Below the headline, there is a subheading about Standish and Gore Halls being remodeled into quarters for six tutors and 262 students.
• The central part of the page details the remodeling plans, including the enlargement of the Gore Dining Room and the conversion of the Sandish Dining Room into a library with 16,000 books stored in stacks.
• The right side of the page lists faculty members chosen for the staff of John Winthrop House, categorized as Resident Tutors, Senior Tutor, and Non-Resident Tutors, along with their affiliated fields of study.
• At the bottom, there's a section titled "Faculty Staff" that provides a detailed list of the staff, including the Master, Honorary Associates, and Associates, along with their titles and affiliations.

The page also contains a timestamp in the top left corner, which reads "Calendar Nov 25", indicating the date the page was printed or published.

The image is a scanned document with a beige background, featuring a printed article titled "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE." The article is divided into two columns, with text discussing the remodeling of Standish and Gore Halls to accommodate six tutors and 262 students as part of the new John Winthrop House.

The left column details the remodeling plans, mentioning that the Gore dining room will be enlarged and the Standish dining room will be converted into a library with a capacity for 16,000 books. It also describes the conversion of part of Standish Hall into a Master's house and the creation of new paths across the court.

The right column lists the faculty staff of John Winthrop House, including the Master, Ronald Mansfield Ferry, and various resident and non-resident tutors with their respective academic positions. The list includes names and titles of professors and instructors from various departments and disciplines.

The document appears to be dated 1930, as indicated by the handwritten note in the top left corner. There are also some blue markings and holes on the left side, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder.

This image displays a scanned, aged paper document, likely a press release or internal university announcement from the early 20th century (possibly around 1922–1923, judging by the content and style). It is presented on off-white, slightly yellowed paper with three hole-punches on the left margin, suggesting it was once filed in a binder.

The document is typeset in a traditional newspaper or newsletter style, with bold, all-caps headlines and two distinct columns of text. A handwritten note in pencil, "Collection May 25 1922," appears in the upper-left corner, likely added later for archival purposes.

Headlines and Main Content:

Left Column:

Headline: “FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE”

This section outlines plans to convert the existing Gore and Standish Halls into John Winthrop House, a new residential unit. It will house six tutors and 262 students.

Key Remodeling Plans:

• The Gore Dining Room will be enlarged.
• The Standish Dining Room will be converted into a Library, with 16,000 books stored in stacks.
• The west wing of Standish Hall will become a Master’s house.
• The court between the two halls will be enclosed, with new paths for access.
• The House library will be in the former Standish dining room (serving room altered for stacks).
• The enlarged Gore dining room will open into the court for simultaneous dining.

Faculty Staff (Left Column Continuation):

• Master: Ronald Mansfield Ferry, assistant professor of Biochemistry.
• Honorary Associates: Includes the President of the University (Edward Stephen Harkness, Esq.), the Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences, and the Dean of Harvard College.
• Associates: A list of esteemed faculty members with titles like Professor of Romance Languages, Professor of International Law, Professor of Archaeology, and Professor of Classical Antiquities — including names such as Jeremiah Smith, Charles Hall Grandgent, George Grafton Wilson, George Henry Chase, John E. Hudson, and Hans Zinsser.

Right Column:

Headline: “Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff”

This section, marked “(Continued from page one),” lists the faculty chosen for specific tutoring and instructional roles within the House.

Resident Tutors:

• Arthur Becket Lamb (Chemistry / Chemical Laboratories Director)
• William John Crozier (General Physiology)
• John Clarke Slater (Physics)
• George Sarton (History of Science)
• Payson Sibley Wild, Jr. (Government)
• Robert Arnold Aubin (English)
• Gaines Post (History)
• Felix Ira Shaffner (Economics)
• Dan Throop Smith (Economics)

Non-Resident Tutors:

• William Casper Graustein (Mathematics)
• Carroll Cornelius Pratt (Psychology / Philosophy Division)
• Rupert Emerson (Government)
• Jeffreys Wyman, Jr. (Zoology / Philosophy Division)
• Bernard Augustine De Voto (English)
• Russell Bibson (Geology)
• John Tilton Edsall (Biochemical Sciences)
• Dana Bennett Durand (History / Literature)
• Karl Leopold Anderson (Economics)

The text concludes by noting: “One resident and one non-resident tutor are still to be appointed.”

Summary:

This is a formal institutional document announcing the creation and staffing of John Winthrop House, a new residential house at Harvard University. It details the architectural conversion of existing halls, the expansion of dining and library facilities, and the comprehensive roster of faculty members—both resident and non-resident tutors—who will staff the house. The tone is official and celebratory, highlighting the academic prestige of the chosen faculty. The document serves as both an announcement and a historical record of early Harvard House system development.

The image shows a document that appears to be a college newsletter or announcement. The document is titled "Ferry Announces Faculty Staff of Winthrop House." The document is divided into two columns. The left column contains the heading "Ferry Announces Faculty Staff of Winthrop House," followed by a list of faculty members chosen for the Winthrop House staff. The list includes the names of the faculty members and their respective departments. The right column contains the heading "Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff." This section provides more detailed information about the faculty members, including their titles, areas of expertise, and the number of students they will be teaching. The document also mentions that the Gore Dining Room will be enlarged, and the Sandish Dining Room will be converted into a library. The document also includes a list of faculty members and their titles.

The image is a document page that appears to be a newspaper clipping or an excerpt from a publication. The text is organized into two columns, each with a heading. The left column is titled "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE," while the right column is titled "Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff."

The left column provides details about the faculty staff and the renovations planned for Winthrop House. It mentions that Standish and Gore Halls will be converted into quarters for six tutors and 262 students. The buildings are undergoing remodeling, including the enlargement of the Gore Dining Room and the conversion of the Standish Dining Room into a library. Additionally, there is a mention of a new residential unit, John Winthrop House, and the appointment of Ronald Mansfield Ferry as the assistant professor and resident master.

The right column lists the faculty members chosen for John Winthrop House. It includes their names, academic titles, and departments. The faculty members are from various disciplines, such as chemistry, physiology, history, economics, psychology, philosophy, and others. The list includes both resident and non-resident tutors.

The document appears to be from an older publication, possibly from the mid-20th century, based on the style of the text and the content. The purpose of the document is to inform readers about the faculty appointments and the renovations at Winthrop House.

The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper or publication, dated May 3, 1923, as indicated by handwritten notes in the top-left corner. The page is titled "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE" and is divided into two main sections.

Left Section: "BUILDINGS REMODELED"

This section discusses the remodeling plans for Standish and Gore Halls, which will serve as quarters for six tutors and 262 students. Key points include:

1. Gore Dining Room Enlarged: The dining room will be expanded.
2. Sandish Dining Room Converted: The Sandish Dining Room will be transformed into a library, with books stored in stacks.
3. Remodeling Details:
   • Standish Hall: The west wing, facing the river, will be converted into a Master's house. Between the two halls, a court will be enclosed, and alterations will be made to permit entrance from the halls to the court.
   • New Paths: New paths will be laid across the court, connecting the halls.
   • Gore Hall: The current dining room of Standish Hall will be converted into the House Library, with the serving room altered to act as library stacks. The dining room of Gore Hall will be enlarged, allowing the addition of the entire House into the dining room simultaneously.

Right Section: "Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff"

This section lists the faculty members appointed to John Winthrop House. The list is divided into categories:

1. Senior Tutors:

   • Arthur-Becket Lamb: Erving Professor of Chemistry and Director of the Chemical Laboratories.
   • William John Creaser: Professor of General Physiology.
   • John Clarke Slater: Lecturer on Physics.
   • George Sarton: Lecturer on the History of Science.
   • Payson Sibley Wild: Instructor in Government.

2. Other Resident Tutors:

   • Robert Arlin Aubin: Instructor in English.
   • Gaines Postner: Instructor in Economics.
   • Felix Ira Shaff: Instructor in History.
   • Dan Throop Smith: Instructor in Economics.

3. Non-Resident Tutors:

   • William Casper: Instructor in Mathematics.
   • Carroll Cornelius Pratt: Assistant Professor of Psychology and tutor in the Division of Philosophy.
   • Rupert Emerson: Instructor in Government.
   • Jeffrey Wyman, Jr.: Instructor in Zoology.
   • Bernard Augustine De Voto: Instructor in English.
   • Russell Tilton: Instructor in Geology.
   • John Tibbets: Instructor in Biochemistry.
   • Dana Bennett Duchen: Instructor in History and Literature.
   • Karl Leopold Anderson: Instructor in Economics.

The article notes that one resident and one non-resident tutor are still to be appointed.

Additional Information

At the bottom of the left section, there is a brief mention of the Faculty Staff of John Winthrop House, listing:

• Master: Ronald Mansfield Ferry, Assistant Professor of Biochemistry and Chairman of the Board of Tutors in Biological Sciences.
• Honorary Associates: The President of the University; Edward Stephen Harkness, Esq.; The Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences; The Dean of Harvard College.
• Corporation Members: Jeremiah Smith, Member of the Corporation; Charles Hall Grandgent, Professor of Romance Languages; George Grafton Wilson, Professor of International Law; George Arthur Plimpton, Professor of Archaeology and Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences; and Curator of Classical Antiquities and Member of the Corporation of the Harvard-Yenching Institute; Hans Zinsser, Professor of Bacteriology and Immunology.

The page is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with clear headings and organized lists, providing detailed information about the faculty appointments and building renovations at John Winthrop House.

You've shared an image of a typed document with a slightly aged appearance indicated by a bit of discoloration, likely due to the quality of the paper or exposure to the environment over time. The document consists of two columns of text with headings and multiple paragraphs. The headings are bold and in a larger font than the body text, which is significantly smaller and formatted into dense paragraphs.

The left column heading reads, "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE." It mentions something about "Standish and Gore Halls" and also includes the subheading "BUILDINGS REMODELLED." In this column, words like "Dining Room Enlarged," "Sandish Dining Room a Library," and "16,000 Books Stored in Stacks" are discernible.

The right column heading appears to be "Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff." This section continues on from another page, as indicated by the text "(Continued from page one)." It includes names such as "Arthur Chester Lamb," "John Clarke Slater," "George Sirotkin," and "Powell Sabine," alongside what seems to be their professional titles or affiliations.

The bottom portion of the document indicates that more text is continued on another page. Throughout the document, there are hole punches on the left edge, suggesting that the document may be part of a binder or compiled report. There's also a handwritten note in the top left corner, but it isn't clear enough to read in this image. Overall, the document appears to be an official announcement or informational report related to an academic institution.

The image depicts a vintage newspaper clip with the headline "FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE." The article discusses changes and remodeling at Winthrop House, where Standish and Gore Halls will now accommodate resident tutors and 262 students. It mentions alterations to various rooms including dining areas and libraries, aiming to better serve the House's needs.

The faculty staff announcement section lists various faculty members appointed to John Winthrop House staff, including notable professors and lecturers from different disciplines such as Chemistry, Government, History, Philosophy, Music, Arts and Sciences, Biochemistry, and Economics. Among the listed names are Arthur Becket Lamb, John Crosier, George Sarton, Payson Sibley, Robert Arnold Aubin, Gale Port, Ira Shaffer, William Van Giesen, Carroll Sprague, Robert Emerson, and Dana Bennett Durand. Additionally, it notes that one resident tutor and one non-resident tutor are yet to be appointed.

This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping or document titled "Ferry Announces Faculty Staff of Winthrop House." It discusses the setup of Winthrop House at what appears to be a university, mentioning arrangements for tutors and facilities. Some prominent points in the text include:

1. Building Remodeling:

   • Gore Hall's dining room is being extended, and Standish dining hall will be converted into a library with room for 16,000 books. Other details include modifications of entrances and additional seating.

2. Faculty Staff List:

   • The role of Melville Bernard Perry, an assistant professor and head of tutors in Biochemical Science, is highlighted.
   • The document lists many faculty members and their roles, including instructors, professors, and tutors in fields such as biochemistry, government, literature, history, biology, and economics.

3. Layout:

   • The document is formatted in two columns on a yellowed page with hole punches on the edge, indicating this paper was likely stored in a binder.

4. It reflects a historical, possibly mid-20th-century academic administrative announcement.

The image shows a small vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a larger scrapbook page. The clipping has two narrow columns with bold headlines. The left column reads “FERRY ANNOUNCES FACULTY STAFF OF WINTHROP HOUSE” and “BUILDINGS REMODELLED,” with subheads about Standish and Gore Halls being quarters for tutors and students and about a library with 16,000 books. The right column continues with “Ferry Announces Roster of Faculty Members Chosen on John Winthrop House Staff,” listing names (continued from page one). A pencil note is visible in the left margin. The paper is slightly yellowed, and the page shows binder holes along the left edge, indicating it is part of a scrapbook.