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This image appears to be a page from a newspaper or alumni bulletin, specifically from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated December 11, 1930. The page is titled "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCKE AND LYON" and discusses the appointments of two new curators at Harvard: Charles Louis Kuhn to the Germanic Museum and Robert Henry Pfeiffer to the Semitic Museum.

The article provides biographical details about both individuals, including their academic backgrounds and previous positions. It also mentions that Kuhn and Pfeiffer are succeeding Kuno Francke and David Gordon Lyon respectively, who had been the curators of the Germanic and Semitic Museums.

The page is formatted with a mix of bold and regular text, with subheadings to organize the information. The bottom of the page is signed "Crimson December 5, 1930," indicating the edition of the publication. The page also includes handwritten notes at the bottom right corner, which read "Harvard Alumni Bulletin December 11, 1930," confirming the source and date of the article. The paper appears to be aged, with some discoloration and slight wear.

This image is a scanned page from a printed publication, dated December 5, 1930, from "The Crimson," with additional handwritten notes indicating it is also from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated December 11, 1930. The page features a prominent article titled "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCKE AND LYON," which announces the appointments of two new curators at Harvard University: Charles Louis Kuhn as the curator of the Germanic Museum and Robert Henry Pfeiffer as the curator of the Semitic Museum. The article provides details about the backgrounds of Kuhn and Pfeiffer, their academic careers, and the legacy of their predecessors, Kuno Francke and David Gordon Lyon.

The article is divided into two main sections:

1. The left section discusses the appointments and the history of the Germanic and Semitic Museums, highlighting the contributions of the previous curators and the qualifications of the new curators.
2. The right section, titled "TWO NEW CURATORS," offers more detailed biographical information about Dr. Pfeiffer and Dr. Kuhn, including their educational backgrounds, teaching experiences, and specific roles in their respective fields.

Additionally, there is a small section titled "Directed Excavations," which mentions Dr. Pfeiffer's involvement in archaeological expeditions, specifically the excavation of the ancient city of Nuzi in Iraq. This section indicates that the work was a joint effort involving the Harvard Semitic Museum, the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard, and the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad.

The page shows signs of age, with a yellowed background and some discoloration around the edges. There are also several holes along the left margin, suggesting that the page may have been part of a bound document or notebook. The handwriting at the bottom of the page reinforces the connection to the Harvard Alumni Bulletin and provides a clear date for the document.

This image displays a historical document, specifically a single sheet page from a publication, likely a newsletter or bulletin for Harvard University alumni. The page is aged yellow and has three punched holes along its left edge, indicating it was intended for insertion into a binder.

The central feature is a newspaper-style article with the bold headline:

“KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCKE AND LYON”

Sub-headings below this announce “Appointments to Curatorships of Germanic, Semitic Museums Announced” and “TAUGHT AT HARVARD.”

The article details the appointment of two new curators at Harvard University:

• Dr. Charles Louis Kuhn as the new curator of the Germanic Museum, succeeding the late Professor Kuno Francke.
• Dr. Robert Henry Pfeiffer as the new curator of the Semitic Museum, succeeding Professor David G. Lyon.

The text provides their professional backgrounds. Dr. Pfeiffer is noted to have been an instructor in Semitic Languages at Harvard since 1922 and also directed excavations at the ancient city of Nuzi in Iraq in 1928-29. Dr. Kuhn, an instructor in Fine Arts, had been holding the duties of curator since Professor Lyon’s retirement from teaching in 1922.

The article is laid out in multiple columns and continues from a preceding page, as indicated by the phrase “(Continued on page six)” and the continuation heading “Kuhn and Pfeiffer Succeed Curators Francke and Lyon (Continued from page one).”

At the bottom left, the source and date are printed: “Crimson December 5, 1930”, likely referring to The Harvard Crimson.

In the bottom right corner, there is a handwritten inscription in black ink:
“Harvard Alumni Bulletin”
“December 11, 1930”

This handwritten note suggests the article was clipped from The Harvard Crimson (dated Dec. 5) and pasted or filed into the Harvard Alumni Bulletin (dated Dec. 11), which was likely published a few days later. The content of the article itself is dated to early December 1930, reporting on recent faculty appointments.

In summary, the image is a preserved clipping that documents the appointment of Drs. Kuhn and Pfeiffer as curators of Harvard’s Germanic and Semitic Museums in December 1930, providing biographical details on their qualifications and the context of the positions they inherited.

The image is a document titled "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCK AND LYON" and is dated December 5, 1930. It appears to be a bulletin or announcement from Harvard University regarding the appointments of new curators for the Germanic and Semitic Museums.

The document is printed on a light beige paper and is folded in half. The title is printed in bold, capital letters at the top of the page. Below the title, there is a brief introduction that reads "Appointments to Curatorships of Germanic, Semitic Museums Announced."

The main content of the document provides information about the new curators, Dr. Charles L. Kuhn and Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer, who have been appointed to succeed the existing curators, Professor David G. Lyon and Professor Kuno Francke. The document details the backgrounds and qualifications of the new curators, their previous roles, and their academic achievements.

The document also includes a section titled "TAUGHT AT HARVARD" which provides additional information about the new curators' teaching experience at Harvard University. The document concludes with a note that reads "Harvard Alumni Bulletin December 11, 1930."

Overall, the image appears to be a formal announcement or bulletin from Harvard University regarding the appointment of new curators for the Germanic and Semitic Museums. The document provides information about the new curators' backgrounds, qualifications, and teaching experience, and is likely intended for distribution to Harvard alumni and other interested parties.

The image is a page from a historical document or publication, likely from the early 20th century, specifically dated December 11, 1930. The page is a beige color and contains several sections of text, which appear to be news articles or announcements. The text is typed in a typewriter font, which was common for the era.

The top of the page features a headline that reads "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCK AND LYON," indicating that these individuals have been appointed to replace others in certain roles. Below this headline, there is a subheading that says "Appointments to Curatorships of Germanic, Semitic Museums Announced." This suggests that the document is announcing new appointments to curatorial positions in museums that focus on Germanic and Semitic studies.

The text is divided into several paragraphs, each detailing the background and qualifications of the new curators, Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer and Dr. Charles L. Kuhn. Dr. Pfeiffer is described as the new curator of the Semitic Museum, succeeding Professor David G. Lyon, who had been the curator since the museum's establishment in 1891. Dr. Pfeiffer's background includes teaching at Harvard and the University of Geneva, and he has degrees from both institutions.

Dr. Kuhn is appointed as the new curator of the Germanic Museum, succeeding Charles Louis Kuhn. Dr. Kuhn's background includes teaching at Harvard and the University of Michigan, and he has degrees from Harvard and the University of Michigan. The text also mentions that Dr. Kuhn had previously directed excavations in Iraq and Iran.

The page also includes a smaller section with a headline that reads "KUHN AND PFEIFFER SUCCEED FRANCK AND LYON," which is a repetition of the main headline but provides additional context about the succession of curators.

The document is likely part of a larger publication, such as a university newsletter or a museum bulletin, that informs the public about changes in staff or leadership within academic or cultural institutions. The tone of the text is formal and informative, typical of announcements of this nature during the early 20th century.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "Crimson," dated December 5, 1930. It is a news article discussing recent appointments to curatorships at Harvard University, specifically for the Germanic and Semitic Museums. The headline reads: "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANKE AND LYON", indicating that two new curators have been appointed to replace the previous incumbents.

Key Details from the Article:

Main Content:

1. Appointments Announced:

   • Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer has been appointed as the new curator of the Semitic Museum.
   • Dr. Charles Louis Kuhn has been appointed as the new curator of the Germanic Museum.

2. Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer:

   • Position: Instructor in Semitic Languages – Kuhn Worked in Fine Arts Department.
   • Background: Dr. Pfeiffer is Assistant Professor of Semitic Languages at Harvard. He will succeed Professor David G. Lyon, who has been the curator of the Semitic Museum since its establishment in 1891. Lyon retired from teaching in 1922 but continued as honorary curator until his death in 1930.
   • Education: Pfeiffer received his S.T.B. from the University of Geneva in 1915, followed by A.M. and Ph.D. degrees from Harvard in 1920, 1922, and 1923, respectively.
   • Experience: He has taught at Harvard since 1922 and directed excavations at the ancient city of Nuzi in Iraq during 1928–29. He also participated in joint expeditions to Iraq with the American School of Oriental Research at Baghdad.

3. Dr. Charles Louis Kuhn:

   • Position: Successor to Professor Kuno Francke.
   • Background: Dr. Kuhn was the late Professor Kuno Francke, who was curator of the Germanic Museum from 1902 to 1930. Francke held the title of curator from 1902 to 1917 but administered the duties from 1917 to 1930, when he retired. Kuhn will assume the duties of curator while holding the title of honorary curator.
   • Education: Kuhn received his A.B. from the University of Michigan in 1923, an A.M. from Harvard in 1924, and his Ph.D. in 1926.
   • Experience: He has served as instructor and tutor in Fine Arts at Harvard since 1923.

Additional Notes:

• The article is part of the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin", as indicated by the handwritten note at the bottom right corner of the page.
• The text includes a reference to "Directed Excavations", which is mentioned in the article but continues on another page (not visible in the image).

Visual Elements:

• The page appears to be from a printed publication, likely a newspaper or university bulletin.
• The text is typeset in a formal, serif font typical of early 20th-century print media.
• There are some handwritten annotations at the bottom of the page, including the date "December 11, 1930" and the words "Harvard Alumni Bulletin".

Summary:

The image depicts a news article from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated December 5, 1930, announcing the appointments of Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer as the new curator of the Semitic Museum and Dr. Charles Louis Kuhn as the new curator of the Germanic Museum. The article provides details about their backgrounds, education, and previous roles, highlighting their qualifications and contributions to Harvard and the museums.

The image shows a single page from what appears to be a vintage publication, possibly a newsletter or bulletin, in this case, the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated December 11, 1930, as indicated at the bottom right corner of the page. The paper is slightly yellowed with age, and there are three visible hole punches on the left edge, suggesting it has been taken from a bound collection or binder.

The top headline reads "KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANCKE AND LYON," followed by a subheading "Appointments to Curatorships of Germanic, Semitic Museums Announced."

Below the headlines, the text is divided into two columns. The left column contains information about the new appointments, their backgrounds, and contributions. On the right column, the article continues, providing details about the individuals' academic contributions, including expeditions and scholarly achievements.

In the left column, at the very bottom, the print "Crimson December 5,1930" indicates the original publication date or source, implying that the content may have earlier appeared in "The Harvard Crimson," the daily student newspaper of Harvard University.

Overall, this document serves as a historical record of academic appointments at Harvard University and would be of interest to historians of the university or those researching the academic history of the early 20th century.

The image shows a printed document with a beige background, featuring text that is primarily a news article and other information about academic appointments.

The headline of the main news article reads, "Kuhn and Pfeiffer Chosen to Succeed Francke and Lyon." The article discusses appointments to curatorships of the Germanic and Semitic Museums at Harvard. The headline indicates that Charles Louis Kuhn has been chosen as curator of the Germanic Museum, succeeding Kuno Francke, and Robert Henry Pfeiffer has been chosen as curator of the Semitic Museum, succeeding David Gordon Lyon.

The article details the professional backgrounds of the appointees. Dr. Pfeiffer was an instructor in Semitic Languages and Dr. Kuhn worked in the Fine Arts Department. There are mentions of their educational achievements and contributions at Harvard.

The included article seems to be a combination of a clipping from "Crimson" dated December 5, 1930, and another section from "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated December 11, 1930. Handwritten notes are visible indicating the sources and dates.

The page itself has punched holes for binding, suggesting that it may have been part of a larger collection or archive.

• A scanned archival clipping mounted on a light cream page with three binder holes on the left.
• The clipping headline reads: “KUHN AND PFEIFFER CHOSEN TO SUCCEED FRANKE AND LYON.”
• It consists of three narrow columns of small type describing appointments to curatorships of the Germanic and Semitic Museums at Harvard, and notes about teaching at Harvard.
• The right column continues the article about the new curators, Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer and Dr. Charles L. Kuhn.
• At the bottom of the page are handwritten notes: on the left “Crimson December 5, 1930” and on the right “Harvard Alumni Bulletin December 11, 1930.”
• The page shows slight aging and a small fold at the top right.

This is an archival paper containing a newspaper clipping and a handwritten note beneath it. The clipping includes two articles referencing the appointments of Dr. Robert H. Pfeiffer and Dr. Charles L. Kuhn to curatorship positions at Harvard University, succeeding curators Francke and Lyon. It highlights their academic credentials, contributions to archaeology, and past teaching roles.

Key features:

• The title of the clipping reads: "Kuhn and Pfeiffer Chosen to Succeed Francke and Lyon."
• Subheader: "Appointments to Curatorships of Germanic, Semitic Museums Announced."
• It describes Pfeiffer's and Kuhn’s qualifications and accomplishments.
• The document is labeled at the bottom with two handwritten notes:
  • "Crimson December 5, 1930" (possibly referring to the publication date in the The Harvard Crimson newspaper).
  • "Harvard Alumni Bulletin December 11, 1930."

Three pre-punched holes are visible along the left side of the paper, likely indicating it was stored in a binder.