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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794281

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The image shows a vintage document with a light beige background. The document appears aged, with a few stains and a small tear at the bottom right corner. It has been perforated on the left side, likely for binding, and has some handwritten notes at the bottom right corner, possibly indicating a date or a signature.

The text on the document is detailed and discusses the faculty and staff of Kirkland House, a student housing unit at a university. The headline reads, "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE." It mentions plans for the unit, which consists of Smith Halls and additions, and notes that the unit will have 207 students. It also mentions that Hicks House will serve as a library with 6,000 volumes, including the Roosevelt Memorial Collection.

The document lists the Master of Kirkland House as Edward Allen Whitney, an Assistant Professor of History and Literature. It also details the honorary associates, associates, resident and non-resident tutors who will make up the staff of the house. Some of the names include Charles Pelham Curtis Jr., William Scott Ferguson, John Tucker Murray, and others with various academic backgrounds such as history, literature, theology, fine arts, and zoology.

The document concludes with a note that the list continues on page six, indicating that the information is part of a larger report or article. The handwriting at the bottom right corner seems to be a signature or initials with the date "1 Nov. 14," suggesting that someone wrote this down on November 14, possibly to mark the document's importance or to note a specific reference.

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This image is of a scanned document with a beige or off-white background and black text. The document is titled "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE" and appears to be a news article or official announcement. The text discusses the plans for Kirkland House, which includes new buildings to supplement the existing Smith Halls Quadrangle, and mentions that the unit is to have 207 students. It also notes that Hicks House, built in 1762, will serve as a library with 6,000 volumes, including a Roosevelt Memorial Collection.

The document lists the faculty and staff of Kirkland House, including the Master, Edward Allen Whitney, who is an Assistant Professor of History and Literature. It also mentions a list of Honorary Associates, Associates, Resident and Non-Resident Tutors, and their respective roles and specialties. The names and titles of several individuals are listed, such as Charles Pelham Curtis, Jr., William Scott Ferguson, John Tucker Murray, and others.

There is a handwritten note in the bottom right corner of the document that says "Orleons 1 Nov. '47," which likely indicates the date the document was written or the date of the event it refers to. The document has four holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder. The text is organized in a single column with subheadings and paragraphs, and the overall style is formal and informational.

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This is a historical document, likely a page from a newspaper or official announcement, printed on aged, cream-colored paper featuring three binder holes along its left margin. The text announces the faculty and staff appointments for "Kirkland House" at Harvard University.

The main headline reads:

WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE

Beneath it, two sub-headlines provide context:

Plans of Unit, Consisting of Smith Halls and Additions, are Also Made Public
TO HAVE 207 STUDENTS

The article explains that new buildings for Kirkland House are being constructed on South Street to supplement the existing Smith Halls Quadrangle. It notes that Hicks House (built in 1762) will serve as the House Library, containing 6,000 volumes, including the Roosevelt Memorial Collection.

The document then formally lists the staff appointed by Master Edward Allen Whitney ’17 (Assistant Professor of History and Literature). The staff is categorized as follows:

  • Master: Edward Allen Whitney ’17
  • 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
  • Associates:
    • Charles Pelham Curtis, Jr. ’83, Fellow of Harvard College
    • William Scott Ferguson, McLean Professor of Ancient and Modern History
    • John Tucker Murray ’99, Professor of English
    • Andre Morize, Professor of French Literature
    • James Thayer Addison ’09, Professor of the History of Religion and Missions, Episcopal Theological School
    • George Harold Edgell ’09, Professor of Fine Arts and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture
    • George Parker Winship ’93, Assistant Librarian and Lecturer on the History of Printing
    • Ludlow Griscom, Research Curator in Zoology
  • Senior Tutor: Douglass Vincent Brown ’25, Instructor in Economics
  • Other Resident Tutors:
    • Arthur Eli Monroe ’08, Lecturer on Economics
    • Arthur Colby Sprague ’19, Assistant Professor (text ends mid-sentence, indicating the article continues on page six)

A handwritten annotation in pencil is visible on the right side of the text, reading “Corrected Nov. 4,” likely indicating a date when the information was verified or updated.


Overall Impression: This document is a formal, typewritten announcement from the early-to-mid 20th century detailing the staffing and development of Kirkland House, reflecting the institutional structure and prominent faculty and benefactors of Harvard at the time. The aged paper and handwritten note add to its historical character.

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The image is a document titled "Whitney Names Faculty Staff of Kirkland House." It lists the faculty and staff of the Kirkland House, a part of a university, and provides details about the plans for the unit, including the number of students and the library facilities.

The document begins with an announcement by Edward Allen Whitney, the Assistant Professor of History and Literature, who introduced the list of faculty members for the Kirkland House. The list includes both resident and non-resident tutors, as well as associates.

The faculty members listed are:

Resident Tutors:

  • Edward Allen Whitney, Master of Kirkland House
  • Edward Allen Whitney, Assistant Professor of History and Literature

Honorary Associates:

  • The President of the University
  • The Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences
  • The Dean of Harvard College

Associates:

  • Charles Pelham Curtis, Jr., Fellow of Harvard College
  • William Scott Ferguson, McLean Professor of Ancient and Modern History
  • Tucker Murray, Professor of English
  • Andre Morize, Professor of French Literature
  • James Thayer Addison, Professor of Religion and Missions, Episcopal Theological School
  • George Harold Edgell, Professor of Fine Arts and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture
  • George Parker Winship, Assistant Librarian and Lecturer on the History of Printing
  • Ludlow Griscom, Research Curator in Zoology
  • Douglas Vincent Brown, Senior Tutor
  • Arthur Eli Monroe, Lecturer on Economics
  • Arthur Colby Sprague, Assistant Professor of Biology

The document also mentions the plans for the unit, which includes Smith Halls and additions, and that the collection is to be given to the Roosevelt Memorial Collection. The new buildings of Kirkland House, consisting of two dormitory units and a Master's House, are under construction. The Hicks House, built in 1762, is to contain the House Library.

The document is a formal announcement of the faculty and staff of the Kirkland House, providing details about the academic and administrative roles of the individuals involved.

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The image is a document with a beige background and a black border around the edges. The title at the top reads "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE," followed by a subheading that reads "Plans of Unit, Consisting of Smith Halls and Additions, are Also Made Public."

Below the title, there is a paragraph that starts with "TO HAVE 207 STUDENTS." The text continues with details about the Hicks House, which will serve as a library with a collection of 6,000 volumes from the Roosevelt Memorial Collection. It mentions that the Kirkland House will rise on South Street to supplement the present Smith Halls Quadrangle, with two new dormitory units and a Master's House under construction.

The document lists the staff of Kirkland House, including Edward Allen Whitney as the Master, and various Assistant Professors, Tutors, and Lecturers in different subjects such as History, Literature, Ancient and Modern History, English, French Literature, Religion, Fine Arts, Architecture, Printing History, Zoology, Economics, and others.

The text is organized in a structured format, with headings and subheadings, and is written in a formal tone. The document appears to be an official announcement or report about the faculty staff and plans for Kirkland House.

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Description of the Image:

The image shows a typed document titled "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE". The document appears to be an announcement or informational sheet regarding the faculty and staff assigned to Kirkland House, a residential unit within a larger institution. Here is a detailed breakdown of its content:


Header:

  • Title: "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE"
  • Subtitle: "Plans of Unit, Consisting of Smith Halls and Additions, are Also Made Public"
  • Capacity: The unit is designed to accommodate 207 students.

Main Content:

  1. Hicks House as Library:

    • Hicks House is designated to serve as a library.
    • It will house a 6,000-volume Boswell Memorial Collection.
  2. New Buildings on South Street:

    • The new buildings of Kirkland House are rising on South Street to supplement the existing Smith Halls Quadrangle.
    • Two new dormitory units and a Master's House are under construction.
    • The Hicks House, built in 1932, will contain the House Library.
  3. Master of Kirkland House:

    • Edward Allen Whitney, Assistant Professor of History and Literature, is announced as the Master of Kirkland House.
  4. List of Faculty and Staff:

    • Honorary Associates:
      • Edward Allen Whitney '17: Assistant Professor of History and Literature.
      • The President of the University: Stephen Harkness, Ed.D., Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences; Dean of Harvard College.
      • Charles Pelham Curtis, Jr. '93: Fellow of Harvard College.
      • William Scott Ferguson, McLean Professor of Ancient and Modern History.
      • John Tucker Murray '99: Professor of English.
      • Andre Morize: Professor of French Literature.
      • James Thayer Addison '06: Professor of the History of Religion and Missions, Episcopal Theological School.
      • George Harold Edgell '06: Professor of Fine Arts and Dean of the Faculty of Architecture.
      • George Parker Winship '93: Assistant Librarian and Lecturer on the History of Printing.
      • Ludlow Griscom: Research Curator in Zoology.
      • Douglas Vincent Brown '25: Instructor in Economics.
      • Arthur Eli Monroe '08: Lecturer on Economics.
      • Arthur Colby Sprague '19: Assistant Professor.
  5. Non-Resident Tutors:

    • The document mentions that non-resident tutors will also be part of the staff, though their names are not listed in this excerpt.

Additional Notes:

  • The document is typed on a single sheet of paper, likely from an archival or historical context.
  • There is a handwritten note in the top-right corner that reads "New", suggesting this might be a draft or a revised version.
  • The layout is formal and structured, typical of institutional announcements from the early to mid-20th century.

Contextual Inferences:

  • Kirkland House is part of a larger residential system, likely within a university setting (possibly Harvard, given the references to Harvard College and faculty titles).
  • The inclusion of distinguished faculty members and honorary associates indicates the importance placed on academic and residential life within this institution.
  • The mention of a Boswell Memorial Collection suggests a focus on literary or historical studies.

This document serves as an official communication outlining the faculty and administrative structure of Kirkland House, emphasizing its academic and residential purpose.

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This image displays a document titled "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE." The text on the document discusses the plans for a unit consisting of Smith Halls and Additions, as well as other related public plans. The document mentions that the facility will house 207 students and discusses the availability of a 6,000 volume Socrates Library, with Eliot Volumes to be given as a memorial collection.

The text continues by listing the new buildings of Kirkland House to replace the present Smith Halls (a dormitory) and a Master's House. The document then lists personnel associated with the facility, including a Master of Kirkland House, non-resident associates, honorary associates, and tutors. There are various names listed alongside the positions they hold or the roles they will fulfill within the house, reflecting the academic and administrative structure of the institution.

The document appears to be an official communication or press release from an academic institution, likely intended for internal distribution or for press purposes. There are holes punched on the left side of the paper, indicating that the document was likely stored in a binder or folder. There is also handwriting in the top right corner that appears to be a signature or initials.

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The image shows a page with a newspaper clipping titled "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE." The article discusses plans for the unit, consisting of Smith Halls and additions, and mentions the accommodation for 207 students. Hicks House will serve as the library with 6,000 volumes, including the Roosevelt Memorial Collection. The clipping lists the names and titles of various faculty members and associates involved with Kirkland House, including Master's Assistant, Honorary Associates, Associates, and Resident Tutors. There appears to be a handwritten note in pencil next to the article, possibly indicating where to continue reading on a subsequent page. The page has two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was part of a binder or folder.

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The image shows a single sheet of beige paper with a newspaper clipping attached to the left side. The clipping is titled "WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE" and includes a subheading about plans for the unit consisting of Smith Halls and additions, mentioning it will house 207 students. It describes the Hicks House serving as a library with a large collection, and notes that new buildings of Kirkland House are being constructed on South Street.

The article lists Edward Allen Whitney as Master of Kirkland House and Assistant Professor of History and Literature, along with various honorary associates, resident, and non-resident tutors who will staff the house. Several names and titles are mentioned, such as professors in history, literature, architecture, economics, and other departments. The text includes references to the years of graduation for some of the people and notes a continuation on page six.

There is also a handwritten note in pencil on the right side of the clipping that reads "Cambridge Mass, X." The paper itself has three holes punched down the left side, suggesting it was stored in a binder or folder. The rest of the sheet is blank.

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  • A small newspaper clipping mounted on a larger cream-colored sheet.
  • The left edge of the clipping has three binder holes, suggesting it came from a notebook or folder.
  • The headline at the top reads: “WHITNEY NAMES FACULTY STAFF OF KIRKLAND HOUSE” in bold, uppercase letters.
  • Below the headline is a column of dense, small-text news copy with subheads such as “TO HAVE 207 STUDENTS” and references to Hicks House and the Roosevelt Memorial Collection.
  • There is a light handwritten note or mark along the right side of the mounted clipping.
  • The overall look is vintage archival material, with aged edges and a neutral gray background.