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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794184

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The image shows a document that appears to be a page from a meeting or board minutes, specifically from January 12, 1931. The document details various appointments and reappointments made by the Board of Overseers at Harvard University. Here is a summary of the content:

  1. Clinton Porter Riddle was appointed as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, effective January 12, 1931.

  2. M.B.A. (Harvard Univ.) 1909 was reappointed as Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, effective January 12, 1931.

  3. Joseph A. Pechman was appointed as Associate Professor of Investment Banking, effective January 12, 1931.

  4. John Templeman Coolidge, A.B., George Henry Chase, A.B., LL.B., and Arthur Kingsley Porter, A.B., A.M., LL.B. were reappointed as Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts for one year, from January 12, 1931.

  5. Philip Putnam Chase, A.M., LL.B. was appointed as Director of the Summer School, effective September 1, 1931.

  6. William Mary Mered, A.B. was appointed as Proctor, effective September 1, 1931.

The document is typed on a light-colored paper and has a few punch holes on the left side, indicating it might be part of a bound or filed collection of documents.

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The image is a typed document from a meeting held on January 12, 1931, detailing appointments and roles within an academic institution, presumably Harvard Business School. Here is the detailed summary:

  1. Clinton Poston Biddle is appointed as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, effective from January 12, 1931. This appointment was consented to by the Board of Overseers on the same date.

  2. Truman H. Mills holds the following credentials and roles:

    • A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1917, M.B.A. (Harvard Univ.) 1918.
    • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration from 1921-1930.
    • Instructor in Finance from 1921-1924.
    • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking from 1924-1927.
    • Professor of Investment Banking from 1927-1930.
    • Director of the Bureau of Research in Business History at Harvard University.
  3. Truman H. Mills is appointed as Trustee of the Fogg Art Museum for one year, starting from January 15, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 12, 1931.

  4. John Templeman Coolidge is listed with an A.B. degree.

  5. George Henry Chase is listed with a Ph.D. degree.

  6. Richard Cary Curtis is listed with an A.B. and LL.B. degree.

  7. Philip Putnam Chase is listed with an A.M. and LL.B. degree and is noted as the Director of the Summer School for one year from September 1, 1930.

  8. William Macy Marvel holds an A.B. degree and is listed as Proctor from January 5 to September 1, 1931.

The document appears to be a record of administrative appointments and qualifications within the institution, highlighting the academic and professional background of the individuals mentioned.

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The image shows a document detailing a meeting held on January 12, 1931. The main points of the document are as follows:

  1. Clinton Poston Biddle:

    • Appointed as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration from January 12, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on the same date.
    • Educational and professional background:
      • B.A. (Harvard College), 1917
      • M.B.A. (Harvard University), 1920
      • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, 1921-30
      • Instructor in Finance, 1921-24
      • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking, 1924-29
      • Professor of Investment Banking and Director of the Division of Investment Banking, 1929-30
      • Trustee of the Museum of Fine Arts, for one year from January 15, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers, January 12, 1931.
  2. John Templeman Coolidge:

    • A.B. (presumably from a college, though not specified)
  3. George Henry Chase:

    • Ph.D.
  4. Richard Cary Curtis:

    • A.B., LL.B.
  5. Philip Putnam Chase:

    • Appointed as Director of the Summer School for one year starting September 1, 1930.
    • Educational background:
      • A.M., LL.B.
  6. William Macy Marvel:

    • Appointed as Proctor for the period from January 5 to September 1, 1931.
    • Educational background:
      • A.B.

The document appears to be a formal record of appointments and acknowledgments within an academic or institutional setting, likely a university.

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The image is a document detailing the appointment of individuals for various roles within an educational institution, specifically mentioning a meeting held on January 12, 1931. Here are the key points:

  1. Clinton Poston Biddle:

    • Appointed as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, effective from January 12, 1931.
    • Background: He holds an M.B.A. from Harvard University (1929). His academic and professional roles include:
      • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration from 1927 to 1931.
      • Instructor in Finance from 1921 to 1924.
      • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking from 1924 to 1927.
      • Professor of Investment Banking and Director of the Division of Research from 1927 to 1930 at Harvard University.
  2. Trustees of the Massachusetts Institute of Fine Arts:

    • John Templeman Coolidge, A.B.

    • George Henry Chase, Ph.D.

    • Richard Cary Curtis, A.B., LL.B.

    • Appointed for one year from January 15, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 12, 1931.

  3. Philip Putnam Chase:

    • Appointed as Director of the Summer School for one year from September 1, 1930.
  4. William Macy Marvel:

    • Appointed as Proctor from January 5 to September 1, 1931.

The document also includes a reference number or code on the top left corner, which appears to be "1931 27 14".

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The image shows a document titled "MEETING OF JANUARY 12, 1931." The document contains several appointments and decisions made by the Board of Overseers on that date.

  1. Clinton Poston Biddle was appointed Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration effective January 12, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 12, 1931. His background includes:

    • A.B. (Princeton) 1917, M.B.A. (Harvard) 1920.
    • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration from 1928 to 1931.
    • Instructor in Finance from 1921 to 1924.
    • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking from 1924 to 1928.
    • Associate Professor of Investment Banking from 1928 to 1931.
    • Director of the Division of Research from 1928 to 1931 at Harvard University.
  2. Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts were appointed for a one-year term from January 15, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 12, 1931. The appointees are:

    • John Templeman Coolidge, A.B.
    • George Henry Chase, Ph.D.
    • Richard Cary Curtis, A.B., LL.B.
  3. Philip Putnam Chase, A.M., LL.B., Director of the Summer School, was appointed for a one-year term from September 1, 1930.

  4. William Macy Marvel, A.B., was appointed Proctor from January 5 to September 1, 1931.

The document is typewritten and includes a punch hole on the left side, suggesting it might be part of a larger report or book.

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The image displays a document detailing minutes from a meeting held on January 12, 1931. Here are the key points mentioned:

  1. Clinton Biddle:

    • Position: Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration.
    • Duration: Starting from January 15, 1931.
    • Note: Consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 7, 1931.
  2. A.B. (Blue) Tyee:

    • Degrees and Year: M.B.A. (Harvard University) 1929.
    • Positions:
      • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, effective from 1931.
      • Instructor in Finance from 1931-32.
      • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking from 1932-33.
    • Note: Appointment for one year starting from the date of the Board of Overseers' consent on January 15, 1931.
  3. John Templeman Coolidge:

    • Degree: A.B.
    • Appointment: Assistant Curator of the Museum of Fine Arts for one year starting from January 15, 1931.
    • Note: Consent given by the Board of Overseers on January 15, 1931.
  4. George Henry Chase:

    • Degree: Ph.D.
  5. Richard Cary Curtis:

    • Degrees: A.B., LL.B.
  6. Philip Putnam Chase:

    • Degrees: A.M., LL.B.
    • Position: Director of the Summer School.
    • Duration: For one year from September 1, 1930.
  7. William Mayes Marvel:

    • Degree: A.B.
    • Position: Proctor.
    • Duration: From January 5 to September 1, 1931.

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The image shows a beige sheet of paper with a small typed note affixed near the top left corner. The note is titled "Meeting of January 12, 1931" and lists appointments and consents given by the Board of Overseers on that date.

Key details from the note include:

  • Clinton Poston Biddle appointed as Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration.
  • A.B. (Ohio Univ.), M.B.A. (Harvard Univ.) credentials mentioned as background for Biddle.
  • Trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts appointed for one year from January 15, 1931.
  • Individuals named as Trustees include John Templeman Coolidge, A.B., George Henry Chase, Ph.D., and Richard Cary Curtis, A.B., LL.B.
  • Philip Putnam Chase, A.M., LL.B., Director of the Summer School, appointed for one year from September 1, 1930.
  • William Macy Marvel, A.B., appointed as Proctor from January 5 to September 1, 1931.

There is handwritten text next to the note saying "Jan 23/ 1931". The sheet has three hole punches along the left side, suggesting it was meant to be inserted into a binder or folder. The overall look of the document is formal and archival.

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The image shows a beige sheet of paper with typewritten text and some handwritten annotations. The paper is moderately worn with visible holes punched on the left side, as if it were once part of a bound document or a file. The content of the sheet refers to a "Meeting of January 12, 1931" and discusses academic or administrative appointments associated with an institution, mentioning names with academic degrees and roles like "Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration" and "Proctor". The handwritten notes include numbers that might reference further documentation or categorization, possibly related to archiving or referencing this specific document. There is also a slightly torn edge at the bottom of the paper, signifying some wear and tear.

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This image shows a sheet of beige paper with typed text and three hole punches along the left side, suggesting it may be intended for insertion into a binder. The paper appears old and the text layout indicates it's an official document.

The text describes a meeting held on January 12, 1931, where several appointments were made, including:

  • Clinton Pardon Biddle as the Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration starting January 12, 1931.
  • Several individuals were appointed as trustees of the Museum of Fine Arts for one year from January 15, 1931: John Templeman Coolidge, George Henry Chase, Richard Cary Curtis, and Phillip Putnam Chase.
  • William Macy Marvel was appointed as Proctor from January 5 to September 1, 1931.

There's also some hand-written notation at the top left corner, probably adding reference numbers or dates.

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The image depicts a typed document titled "Meeting of January 12, 1931", which appears to be an official record or minutes from a formal meeting. The document outlines several appointments and appointments of individuals to various positions, along with their qualifications and the duration of their terms. Here is a detailed description:

Header:

  • Title: "MEETING OF JANUARY 12, 1931"
  • The document is a record of decisions made during a meeting held on January 12, 1931.

Content:

The document lists several appointments, each with specific details about the individuals, their roles, qualifications, and the duration of their appointments. Below is a breakdown of the content:

1. Clinton Poston Biddle

  • Position: Associate Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration
  • Term: From January 12, 1931, to January 14, 1931 (consent given by the Board of Overseers)
  • Qualifications:
    • A.B., Ohio University, 1912
    • M.B.A. (Harvard University), 1920
    • Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Business Administration, 1921–20
    • Instructor in Finance, 1921–24
    • Assistant Professor of Investment Banking, 1924–27
    • Associate Professor of Investment Banking, 1927–30
    • Professor of Investment Banking and Director of the Division of Research, 1930–Harvard University
    • Trustee of the Museum of Fine Arts, for one year from January 15, 1931 (consent given by the Board of Overseers, January 12, 1931)

2. John Templeman Coolidge

  • Position: A.B.

3. George Henry Chase

  • Position: Ph.D.

4. Richard Cary Curtis

  • Position: A.B., LL.B.

5. Philip Putnam Chase

  • Position: A.M., LL.B., Director of the Summer School
  • Term: For one year from September 1, 1930

6. William Macy Marvell

  • Position: A.B., Proctor
  • Term: From January 5 to September 1, 1931

Formatting:

  • The document is typed on a light-colored paper with a clean, formal layout.
  • The text is organized into clear sections, with each appointment listed separately.
  • The qualifications for Clinton Poston Biddle are detailed in a bulleted or paragraph format, providing a comprehensive background of his academic and professional experience.

Additional Observations:

  • The document appears to be an official record, likely from an academic or administrative institution, given the mention of the Graduate School of Business Administration and the Museum of Fine Arts.
  • The inclusion of academic degrees (A.B., M.B.A., Ph.D., LL.B., etc.) and specific roles indicates a formal and structured environment, possibly a university or similar institution.
  • The document has visible holes along the left edge, suggesting it may have been part of a bound or filed document, possibly a binder or archive.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a formal administrative or academic record from early 20th-century America, detailing appointments and qualifications of individuals to various roles, with a focus on academic and professional credentials. The document reflects a structured and official process of decision-making and record-keeping.