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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794180

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The image shows a document that appears to be a notice or announcement for a meeting. The paper is a light beige color and has three punched holes on the left side, suggesting that it was intended to be placed in a three-ring binder. The text is typed in a serif font and is neatly arranged in a block format.

The document informs about an event on Monday evening, January 26, where the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association will be holding a meeting at the State Library in the State House. The speaker will be Mr. Edward H. Redstone, who will describe the resources and notable possessions of the State Library. The event also includes discussions about three outstanding reference tools from different professional groups: financial, museum, and newspaper. Speakers from these fields will give presentations.

Additionally, the document mentions that after the meeting, there will be a dinner at 6 P.M. at Hopkins, Inc., City Hall Avenue, and provides the deadline and contact information for reservations. The cost of the dinner is one dollar per plate.

At the bottom of the document, there is a handwritten note dated "Jan. 21, 1931," indicating when the document was likely prepared or reviewed.

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This image shows a piece of paper with a printed announcement and a handwritten note. The announcement is a clipping from a publication, likely a newspaper or newsletter, and it is glued or attached to the paper. The clipping announces a meeting of the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association, scheduled for Monday evening, January 26. The meeting will be held at the State Library, State House, and will feature Mr. Edward H. Redstone, Librarian, who will outline the resources of the State Library and describe its most noteworthy possessions. The announcement also mentions a discussion of the three outstanding reference tools in three representative groups of the association membership: financial, museum, and newspaper. The speakers for these respective groups include Miss Marion G. Eaton from the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, Miss E. Louise Lucas from the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, and Mr. William Alcott from the Boston Globe. The announcement concludes with details about a supper at 6 P.M. at Hopkins, Inc., City Hall avenue, and instructions for those interested to notify Miss Merian for reservations by Saturday noon, January 24, by telephone.

The handwritten note at the bottom of the paper reads "Traces," followed by the date "Jan. 21, 1931." The paper itself appears to be aged, with a slightly yellowish tint, and has three holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was once part of a binder or folder.

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This image displays a single, aged, off-white sheet of paper, likely from a binder or folder, as evidenced by three evenly spaced punch holes along its left edge. The paper shows signs of yellowing and slight creasing, indicating its age.

Mounted on the upper-left portion of the sheet is a small, rectangular newspaper clipping. The clipping has a light brown, aged background and contains black printed text in a dense, multi-column format.

Below the newspaper clipping, there is handwritten text in pencil or dark ink: "Treas. / Jan. 21, 1931".

The newspaper clipping announces an event for the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association. The text details the following:

  • Event: A meeting scheduled for Monday evening, January 26.
  • Location: State Library, State House.
  • Speaker: Mr. Edward H. Hedstone, Librarian, who will outline the resources of the State Library.
  • Discussion Topic: Three outstanding reference tools used by three representative groups of the association—financial, museum, and newspaper—of particular interest to librarians in other fields.
  • Speakers for Each Group:
    • Financial: Miss Marion G. Eaton, Librarian, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston.
    • Museum: Miss R. Louise Lucas, Librarian, Fogg Museum, Harvard University.
    • Newspaper: Mr. William Abbott, Librarian, Boston Globe.
  • Social Event: The librarians will have supper at 6 P.M. at Hopkins, Inc., City Hall Ave.
  • Reservations: Interested parties are urged to notify Miss Merian by Saturday noon, January 24, via telephone (Harvard 4821) or at 30 Congress Street.
  • Cost: One dollar per plate.

The overall composition is minimalist, with the clipping and notation being the sole focal points on the otherwise blank, aged paper. The document serves as a historical record, dated January 21, 1931, likely kept by the Treasurer for organizational purposes.

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The image is of a document that appears to be a printed page from a book or a magazine. The text is written in black ink on a white page and is arranged in a rectangular shape with a small margin on the left side. The text is centered on the page and appears to be a news article or announcement. The text reads, "On Monday evening, January 26th the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association will hold a meeting at the State Library, Edward H. Gleason, librarian, will outline the features of the Library, including its noteworthy possessions. There will also be a discussion of the tools in three outstanding groups of the association, museum, and newspapers, which are of particular interest to librarians. The following members will be speakers for their respective groups: Miss Louise Hopkins, librarian, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston--financial; Miss E. G. Lewis, librarian, Harvard University--museum; Mr. William A. Elliott, librarian, Boston Gas Company--newspapers. The librarians will have supper at 7 p.m. at Hopkins, Inc., City Hall Avenue. Those interested are urged to notify Mr. F. at Hopkins for reservation by Saturday, January 24th. Telephone Hubbard 4581. No Congress street. The cost is one dollar per plate." The text is written in a cursive style and appears to be a formal announcement or invitation.

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The image shows a beige-colored paper with a small piece of paper pasted on it. The beige paper has holes in it, and it appears to be a folder with a paper pasted on it. The beige paper is blank, and the pasted paper has text written on it. The text is written in a small font, and it appears to be a news article. The paper is folded in half, and the edges of the paper are slightly curled.

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The image shows a typed document on a light-colored paper, likely from the mid-20th century. The document appears to be a formal announcement or notice regarding an upcoming meeting. Here is a detailed description:

Content Overview:

The document is structured as a formal notice, with a heading and body text providing details about an event. The text is typed in a monospaced font, typical of typewriters from that era.

Key Elements:

  1. Heading:

    • The heading is underlined and states:
      "On Monday evening, January 16, The Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association will hold a meeting at the State Library, State House, M.E. Ward Room."
  2. Main Body:

    • Speaker Announcement:
      The notice mentions that Mr. Edward H. Redstone, Librarian, will outline the resources of the State House, highlighting the most noteworthy possessions.
    • Discussion Topics:
      There will be a discussion of three outstanding reference tools in the three newspaper groups of the association—sustaining, financial, and miscellaneous.
    • Additional Speakers:
      The notice lists several speakers who will address topics of interest to librarians in their respective fields:
      • Miss Marion E. Eaton, Librarian, Federal Reserve Bank of Boston—on museum tools.
      • Miss E. Louise Fox, Librarian, Fogg Museum, Harvard University—on museum resources.
      • William Alcott, Librarian, Boston Globe Newspaper—on newspaper resources.
    • Refreshments:
      The librarians will have supper at 8 P.M. at the Hopkins Inc., City Hall area.
    • Reservation Details:
      Those interested are urged to notify Miss Morton for reservations by Saturday, January 24. The cost is one dollar per plate.
    • Contact Information:
      The document includes a phone number: 4811, State House.
  3. Handwritten Note:

    • At the bottom left of the document, there is a handwritten note that reads:
      "Treas. Jan. 21, 1951".
      This suggests that the document was prepared or reviewed by a treasurer on January 21, 1951, indicating the year of the event.

Visual Characteristics:

  • Paper: The paper is light beige or off-white, typical of archival or office paper from the mid-20th century.
  • Typing: The text is typed neatly, with consistent spacing and alignment.
  • Folding Marks: There are faint creases or folds visible on the paper, suggesting it may have been folded or stored in an archive.
  • Punch Holes: There are small circular punch holes along the left edge of the paper, indicating it may have been part of a bound document or file system.

Contextual Inference:

The document is an official announcement for a professional gathering of librarians, likely part of a Special Libraries Association chapter meeting. The event includes a lecture, discussions on library resources, and a social supper. The formal tone, structured layout, and inclusion of specific details (e.g., speaker names, costs, and contact information) suggest it was intended for distribution among librarians and stakeholders.

Conclusion:

This is a historical document, likely from 1951, detailing an upcoming meeting of the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association. It provides comprehensive information about the event, including the date, location, speakers, topics, and logistical details. The handwritten note at the bottom adds a personal or administrative touch, indicating preparation or review by a treasurer. The overall appearance reflects mid-20th-century office practices and archival storage methods.

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The image depicts a page from a document, featuring a rectangular cutout containing text in the top-left corner. The cutout is light brown and contains black text that is too small to read.

The document itself is off-white with a slight yellow tint, suggesting it is aged. It has three holes punched along its left side, indicating it was once part of a binder or folder. The background of the image is a light gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a scanned or photographed page from an old document, possibly a newspaper clipping or a page from a book.

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The image depicts a piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached to it. The clipping is positioned in the top-left corner of the page and features black text on a yellowed background, which appears to be an announcement for a meeting of the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association. The text includes details about the meeting, such as the date, time, location, and speakers.

The paper itself has a light yellow color and is slightly creased at the top, with two holes punched along the left side. It appears to be a photocopy or scan of an original document, possibly from an archive or library collection. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to focus attention on the paper and clipping. Overall, the image suggests that the paper and clipping are being preserved or studied for historical or research purposes.

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The image depicts a yellowed, aged piece of paper with a newspaper clipping attached to it.

The paper is off-white and has four holes punched along its left edge, indicating that it was once part of a binder or folder. The newspaper clipping is positioned near the top-left corner of the page and appears to be from an old newspaper, featuring black text on a browned background. Although the text is difficult to read due to its small size and age, it seems to be discussing a meeting or event related to libraries.

Below the clipping, there is some handwritten text in pencil, which reads "Trustees" followed by a date: "Jan. 21, 1951." The handwriting is not particularly legible, but it suggests that the document may have been used for note-taking or record-keeping purposes.

The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the aged paper and its contents. Overall, the image presents a nostalgic glimpse into the past, with the yellowed paper and newspaper clipping evoking a sense of history and nostalgia.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed page of aged paper, featuring a newspaper clipping and handwritten notes.

Newspaper Clipping:

  • Located in the top-left corner
  • Yellowed with age
  • Discusses a meeting of the Boston Chapter of the Special Libraries Association
  • Scheduled for Monday evening, January 16
  • Features speakers from various institutions, including:
    • Federal Reserve Bank of Boston
    • Harvard University
    • Boston Globe

Handwritten Notes:

  • Below the clipping
  • Appear to be written in pencil
  • Illegible text, possibly including:
    • A date: "Jan 21, 1931"

Page Details:

  • Aged paper with a light yellow hue
  • Three-hole punched on the left side
  • Gray background

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive related to the Special Libraries Association.