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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794257

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The image appears to be a printed announcement or news clipping from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated May 14, 1931. It announces that fifteen faculty members at Harvard University will be on leave of absence for the upcoming academic year 1931-32. Specifically, it details the following:

  • Three members will be away in the first half of the academic year.
  • Five members will be absent in the second half.
  • The remaining seven will be away for the entire academic year.

The names and departments of the faculty members listed for the respective absences are provided. The announcement also notes that five professors will be on sabbatical leaves.

The paper has some visible holes on the left side, possibly from being attached to a binder or document file. The right half of the paper is blank. The background is a light gray, and the paper itself is aged, with a yellowish hue, indicating it might be an older document.

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This image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated May 14, 1931. The main headline reads "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR," and the article details the sabbatical leaves of various faculty members for the upcoming academic year 1931-32. It specifies that three faculty members will be away only in the first half of the year, five will not be absent until after midyears, and five professors will have their sabbatical leaves.

The article lists the faculty members and their respective departments or roles, such as:

  • Professor R. B. Dixon from the Department of Anthropology
  • A. G. McAdie '84, Abbott Lawrence Rotch Professor of Meteorology
  • A. K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman Professor of Fine Arts
  • G. P. Baxter '96, Theodore William Richards Professor of Chemistry
  • W. F. Dearborn, professor of Education
  • Kir. sopp Lake, Winn Professor of Ecclesiastical History
  • F. B. Magoun '90, assistant professor of English
  • A. F. Whittem '02, associate professor of Romance Languages

It also mentions that for the whole year, C. J. Friedrich, W. C. Greene '11, W. E. Hocking '01, and Michael Karpovich will be absent.

At the bottom of the page, there is a continuation from the previous page mentioning that E. S. Mason, Frederick Merk, and O. M. W. Sprague will be away for the whole of the academic year 1931-32.

The top right corner of the page has a note that says "ON LEAVE OF ABSENCE 1931" and provides additional information about specific faculty members' leave periods.

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This image displays a single, aged, cream-colored sheet of paper, likely from a newspaper or bulletin, with three punched holes along its left edge, suggesting it was stored in a binder. The paper has a slightly yellowed, vintage appearance.

The page is printed with text in a standard serif font, arranged in a newspaper column format on the left and a smaller, separate clipping on the right.

Left Column: Main Article

The headline reads: "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR".

Below the headline, a sub-headline states: "Three Men Will be Away Only in First Half—Five Not to be Absent Until After Midyears".

Another sub-headline reads: "FIVE PROFESSORS TO HAVE THEIR SABBATICAL LEAVES".

The body of the article details that fifteen faculty members at Harvard will be on leave of absence during the 1931-32 academic year. It breaks down the absences:

  • First half-year: Three men (Professors R. B. Dixon, A. G. McAdie, and Abbott Lawrence Rotch).
  • Second half-year: Five men (Professors A. K. Porter, G. P. Baxter, Theodore William Richards, W. F. Dearborn, and Kirkeop Lake).
  • Whole year: Seven men (including F. H. Magoun, A. F. Whittem, C. J. Friedrich, W. C. Greene, W. E. Hocking, and Michael Karpovich).

A final sub-headline at the bottom of the column reads: "Mason, Merk, Sprague Will be Away for Whole of Academic Year 1931-32" and adds that Professors Dixon, McAdie, Baxter, Whittem, and Merk will be on sabbatical leave.

The article concludes with a note: "(Continued on page four.)".

Right Column: Clipping

This is a smaller, distinct clipping with its own heading written in a faint, handwritten script at the top: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin May 14 1931". Below it, the typed headline reads: "ON LEAVE OF ABSENCE".

This section reiterates that Professor A. Kingsley Porter will be away during the first half of 1931-32, Professor G. P. Baxter during the second half, and Assistant Professor Edward S. Mason and lecturer Michael Karpovich will be absent for the whole year.

Handwritten Annotation

In the top-left corner, above the main headline, there is handwritten text in pencil that appears to read "Classroom Page 1".

Overall Impression

The document is a historical record from May 1931, informing the Harvard community about the planned absences of fifteen faculty members for the upcoming academic year, distinguishing between those on sabbatical and those on other leave. The clipping on the right likely comes from a different issue or source, providing a condensed version of the information. The physical condition and format suggest it is a clipping saved for archival or reference purposes.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, dated May 14, 1931. The article is titled "Fifteen of Faculty to Be on Leave Next Year." The article lists the names and departments of fifteen faculty members who will be taking sabbatical leaves during the academic year 1931-32.

The article is divided into two sections. The first section lists the names of three faculty members who will be on leave during the first half of the academic year. These include Professor A. Kingsley Porter of the Division of Fine Arts, Professor G. Gregory of the Blue Hill Observatory, and Professor A. K. Porter, Fine Arts Board Professor.

The second section lists the names of twelve faculty members who will be on leave during the second half of the academic year. These include Professor R. B. Dixon of the Department of Anthropology, Professor A. G. McAdie of the Department of Meteorology and Director of the Blue Hill Observatory, and Professor A. K. Porter of Fine Arts.

The article also mentions that Professor Edward S. Mason of the Department of Economics, and Michael Karpovich, lecturer on history, will be absent during the whole of the year. Additionally, the article notes that Professor W. E. Hocking of the Department of Moral Philosophy and Civil Polity, and Professor Michael Karpovich, lecturer on History, will be on leave.

The article provides a detailed list of the faculty members who will be on leave, along with their departments and the duration of their leave. It is likely that this information was intended to inform students and colleagues about the availability of faculty members for the upcoming academic year.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically an article about faculty members taking leave from their positions at a university. The article is titled "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR." It is dated May 14, 1931, and is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin.

The article begins with a subheading that reads "THREE MEN WILL BE AWAY ONLY IN FIRST HALF—FIVE NOT TO BE ABSENT UNTIL AFTER MIDYEARS." This indicates that out of the fifteen faculty members taking leave, three will be away only during the first half of the academic year, while five others will not be absent until after the midyear exams.

The main body of the article lists the names of the faculty members taking leave, their departments, and the duration of their absences. Some of the faculty members mentioned include Professor A. Kingsley Porter of the Division of Fine Arts, who will be on leave during the first half of the academic year 1931-32, and Professor Gregory P. Baxter of the Division of Chemistry, who will be absent during the second half. Assistant Professor Edward S. Mason of the Department of Economics and Michael Karpovich, a lecturer on history, will be absent for the entire year.

The article also mentions that Professor R. B. Dixon of the Department of Anthropology will be on leave during the first half year, while A. G. McAdie, Abbott Lawrence Rotch Professor of Meteorology and director of the Blue Hill Observatory, and A. K. Porter, William Dorr Boardman Professor of Fine Arts, will be away for the whole year.

Other faculty members taking leave include G. P. Baxter, Professor of Chemistry; Theodore W. W. Dearborn, Professor of Education, director of the Psycho-Educational Clinic, and Acting Dean of the Graduate School of Education; and Kirsopp Lake, Winn Professor of Ecclesiastical History. Additionally, E. B. Magoun, an associate professor of English and A. F. Withington, associate director of University Extensions and professor of Romance Languages, will be absent.

For the whole year, C. Friedrich, assistant professor of Government; W. C. Greene, associate professor of Greek and Latin, and chairman of the Board of Tutors in the Division of Modern Languages; W. E. Hocking, Alford Professor of Natural Religion, Moral Philosophy, and Civil Polity; and Michael Karpovich, lecturer on History, will be on leave.

The article concludes with a subheading that reads "MASON, MERK, SPRAGUE WILL BE AWAY FOR WHOLE OF ACADEMIC YEAR 1931-32." This indicates that E. S. Mason, assistant professor of Economics; Frederick Merk, associate professor of History; and O. M. W. Sprague, Edmund Cogswell Converse Professor of Banking and Finance, will be absent for the entire academic year. Professors Dixon, Baxter, Whittem, and Merk will be on sabbatical leave.

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The image shows a page from a document titled "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR", which appears to be a news or announcement article. The content is formatted as a news bulletin or report, detailing faculty leave schedules for the upcoming academic year. Here is a breakdown of the visible elements:

Header and Title

  • The top of the page features the title "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR" in bold, capitalized text.
  • Below the title, a subheading reads: "Three Men Will be Away Only in First Half—Five Not to be Absent Until After Midyears", providing a summary of the leave distribution.

Main Content

The article discusses the leave schedules of fifteen faculty members, categorized into two groups:

  1. Three faculty members will be on leave only during the first half of the academic year.
  2. Five faculty members will be on leave only during the second half of the academic year.
  3. The remaining faculty members will be absent for the entire academic year.

Detailed List of Faculty on Leave

  • First Half of the Year:

    • Professor R. B. Dixon, Department of Anthropology, will be on leave during the first half of the year.
    • A. G. McAddie '34, Abbott Lawrence Rotch Professor of Meteorology and director of the Blue Hill Observatory.
    • A. K. Porter, William Dor Boardman Professor of Fine Arts.
  • Second Half of the Year:

    • G. P. Baxter '96, Theodore William Richards Professor of Chemistry.
    • W. F. Dearborn, Professor of Education, director of the Psycho-Educational Clinic, and Acting Dean of the Graduate School of Education.
    • Kirsopp Lake, Winn Professor of Ecclesiastical History, assistant professor of English.
    • F. B. Macoun '90, assistant professor of Romance Languages and director of University Extension.
    • A. F. Whittem '02, associate professor of Romance Languages and director of University Extension.
  • Whole Year:

    • C. J. Friedrich, assistant professor of Government.
    • W. C. Greene '11, associate professor of Greek and Latin, and chairman of the Board of Tutors in the Division of Ancient Languages.
    • W. E. Hocking '01, Alfred North Whitehead Professor of Philosophy, Natural Religion, Moral Philosophy, and Civil Polity.
    • Michael Karpovich, lecturer on History.

Additional Notes

  • The article mentions that Professor A. Kingsley Porter of the Division of Fine Arts will be on leave during the first half of the academic year 1931–32.
  • Professor Cregory P. Baxter of the Division of Chemistry and Assistant Professor Edward S. Mason of the Department of Economics, along with Michael Karpovich, lecturer on history, will be absent during the whole of the year.

Footer

  • At the bottom of the page, there is a continuation note: "Mason, Merk, Sprague Will be Away for Whole of Academic Year 1931–32", indicating that the article will continue on the next page.
  • A smaller note at the bottom left states: "Continued from page one", suggesting this is part of a multi-page document.

Design and Layout

  • The page has a clean, typed layout typical of formal announcements or news bulletins from the early 20th century.
  • The text is organized into clear sections with headings and subheadings for easy readability.
  • There are faint markings or stamps on the page, possibly indicating archival or administrative processing.

Contextual Clues

  • The mention of academic years (e.g., 1931–32) and faculty titles suggests this document originates from an academic institution, likely a university.
  • The structured format and formal tone indicate it is an official communication, possibly from a university bulletin or newsletter.

In summary, the image depicts a formal announcement detailing the leave schedules of fifteen faculty members for the academic year 1931–32, categorizing their absences by time and department. The document is part of a larger bulletin or report.

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The image depicts a scanned page from a newspaper, featuring an article titled "Fifteen of Faculty to Be on Leave Next Year." The article is divided into two columns and includes a list of professors who will be taking sabbatical leaves during the upcoming academic year. The list includes their names, departments, and the duration of their leaves.

The article also mentions that three men will be away only in the first half of the academic year, while five will not be absent until after midyears. Additionally, it notes that Professor A. Kingsley Porter of the Division of Fine Arts will be on leave of absence during the first half of the academic year 1931-32, and Professor Gregory P. Baxter of the Division of Chemistry will be on leave during the second half.

The article concludes by stating that Mason, Merk, and Sprague will be away for the whole of the academic year 1931-32. The background of the image is a light gray color, with a darker gray shadow visible behind the page. Overall, the image appears to be a scanned copy of a newspaper article from the early 20th century, providing information about faculty leaves and absences at a university.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper or bulletin, featuring an article about faculty members taking leaves of absence. The page is yellowed and has holes punched along the left side, indicating that it was once part of a binder or folder.

Article Content

The article is titled "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR" and lists 15 faculty members who will be on leave during the next year. The article also mentions that three men will be away only in the first half of the year, while five will not be absent until after midyears.

Faculty Members

The article lists the following faculty members who will be on leave:

  • Professor A. Kingsley Porter of the Division of Fine Arts
  • Professor Gregory P. Baxter of the Division of Chemistry
  • Assistant Professor Edward S. Mason of the Department of Economics
  • Michael Karpo-vich, lecturer on history

Additional Information

The article also mentions that Mason, Merk, Sprague will be away for the whole of Academic Year 1931-32.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the image depicts a page from a newspaper or bulletin that lists faculty members who will be taking leaves of absence. The article provides information about the duration of their leaves and the departments they belong to.

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The image depicts a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping or page from a university publication, likely from the early 20th century.

Key Features:

  • The page is divided into two columns, with the left column featuring a prominent headline that reads "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR" in large, bold font.
  • The article discusses the upcoming academic year's leave schedule for faculty members, including those taking sabbatical leaves and those absent during specific periods.
  • A section of the text is highlighted with an orange rectangle, drawing attention to a particular passage.
  • The right column appears to be a continuation of the article, although the text is partially cut off.
  • The page has three holes punched along the left edge, suggesting it was once part of a binder or scrapbook.
  • Faint pencil marks are visible at the top of the page, possibly indicating notes or annotations.
  • The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the aged newspaper clipping.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a nostalgic and informative glimpse into the academic life of a university during the early 20th century. The yellowed paper and classic font evoke a sense of history and tradition, while the content provides insight into the university's faculty and their schedules.

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The image presents a scanned or photographed page from an old newspaper or bulletin, featuring a formal announcement about faculty members' leaves of absence. The page is divided into two columns of text, with the left column containing the main article and the right column displaying a smaller inset article.

Main Article:

  • Title: "FIFTEEN OF FACULTY TO BE ON LEAVE NEXT YEAR"
  • Subtitle: "Three Men Will be Away Only in First Half—Five Not to be Absent Until After Midyears"
  • Content: The article announces that 15 members of the faculty will be on leave of absence during the next year, with three men away only in the first half, five not absent until after midyears, and the remainder away for the whole year.
  • List of Professors: The article lists the professors who will be on leave, including:
    • Professor R.B. Dixon
    • Professor A.G. McAdie
    • Professor Abbott Lawrence Rotch
    • Professor A.K. Porter
    • Professor William Dorr Boardman
    • Professor G.P. Baxter
    • Professor Theodore Richards
    • Professor W.F. Dearborn
    • Professor Kirsopp Lake
    • Professor P.B. Macoun
    • Professor A.F. Whittem
    • Professor C.J. Friedrich
    • Professor W.C. Greene
    • Professor W.E. Hocking
    • Professor Alfred Ford

Inset Article:

  • Title: "ON LEAVE OF ABSENCE"
  • Content: The article provides additional information about professors on leave, including:
    • Professor A. Kingsley Porter
    • Professor Gregory P. Baxter
    • Assistant Professor Edward S. Mason
    • Lecturer Michael Karpovich

Additional Information:

  • A handwritten note at the top of the page reads "Harvard Bulletin May 14 1931".
  • A small section at the bottom of the page mentions that Mason, Merk, and Sprague will be away for the whole academic year 1931-32.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the academic life of a university during the 1930s, highlighting the leaves of absence taken by faculty members.