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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794283

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The image is a document titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College Appointments" dated March 2, 1931. It lists appointments made by the Harvard College Board of Overseers. The document details the appointment of Sigurthur Nordal as the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for one year, starting on September 1, 1931, and Carle Clark Zimmerman as an Associate Professor of Sociology for three years, also starting on September 1, 1931. Carle Clark Zimmerman's educational background and previous positions are listed below his name, indicating his academic qualifications and professional history. The document is on aged paper with a light yellow hue, and there are hole punches at the top left side, suggesting it was part of a binder. The bottom left corner has an annotation "NcG McCoy 23 1931."

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This image shows a document from the "President and Fellows of Harvard College" dated March 2, 1931. The document appears to be a formal notice or record of appointments made during a meeting on that date. The content of the document includes the following key points:

  1. Appointments Section:

    • Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D.: Appointed as the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for one year starting from September 1, 1931. The consent for this appointment was given by the Board of Overseers on March 2, 1931.
    • Carle Clark Zimmerman: Appointed as Associate Professor of Sociology for three years starting from September 1, 1931. The consent for this appointment was given by the Board of Overseers on May 11, 1931.
  2. Carle Clark Zimmerman's Educational Background:

    • A.B. (University of Missouri) 1920
    • A.M. (North Carolina State College) 1922
    • Ph.D. (University of Minnesota) 1925
  3. Carle Clark Zimmerman's Professional Experience:

    • Instructor in Sociology, 1925–26
    • Assistant Professor of Sociology, 1926–28
    • Associate Professor of Sociology, 1928–, University of Minnesota

The document is printed on an aged, beige-colored paper with visible signs of wear and tear, such as some wrinkles and discoloration. There are also punched holes along the left side, suggesting that the document was once part of a binder or folder. The text is typed in a serif font, typical of typewriters used in the early 20th century. The overall appearance of the document gives it a historical and official look.

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This image displays a single, aged sheet of off-white or cream-colored paper from an official document, photographed against a light gray background. The paper shows signs of aging, including yellowing, slight discoloration along the top and left edges, and minor creases. Three punched holes are visible along the left margin, indicating it was part of a bound set of papers or a file.

The document is a formal record titled “PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE” in bold, uppercase letters at the top, followed by the subheading “Appointments”.

Below this, it details decisions made at the “MEETING OF MARCH 2, 1931”. The text records two academic appointments:

  1. Sigurthu Nordal, Ph.D., appointed as the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for a one-year term beginning September 1, 1931. This appointment received consent from the Board of Overseers on March 2, 1931.

  2. Carle Clark Zimmerman, appointed as Associate Professor of Sociology for a three-year term beginning September 1, 1931. This appointment received consent from the Board of Overseers on May 11, 1931.

The document also includes a short biographical footnote for Carle Clark Zimmerman, listing his academic credentials (A.B. from University of Missouri in 1920, A.M. from North Carolina State College, Ph.D. from University of Minnesota in 1923) and his prior teaching positions:

  • Instructor in Sociology, 1923–26
  • Assistant Professor of Sociology, 1926–28
  • Associate Professor of Sociology, 1928–, at the University of Minnesota.

Handwritten in pencil beneath this paragraph is a set of archival or cataloging numbers: "N 12 2 / P6 may 2 3 / 1931".

Overall, the document is an official, historical record of faculty appointments at Harvard College, dated 1931.

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The image is a document titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College" with a date of March 2, 1931. The document appears to be an official record of appointments made by the Board of Overseers. The document contains the following information:

  • The title of the document is "President and Fellows of Harvard College."
  • The date of the document is March 2, 1931.
  • The document includes the names and positions of individuals appointed for the year 1931.
  • The first appointment listed is for Sigurdur Nordal, Ph.D., as the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for one year, starting from September 1, 1931. The consent for this appointment was given by the Board of Overseers on March 2, 1931.
  • The second appointment listed is for Carle Clark Zimmerman, Associate Professor of Sociology, for a period of three years, starting from September 1, 1931. The consent for this appointment was given by the Board of Overseers on May 11, 1931.
  • The third appointment listed is for A.B. (University of Missouri) 1920, A.M. (North Carolina State College) 1922, Ph.D. (University of Minnesota) 1925. This individual held various positions, including Instructor in Sociology, Assistant Professor of Sociology, and Associate Professor of Sociology, from 1925 to 1926, 1926 to 1928, and 1928 to 1928, respectively, at the University of Minnesota.

The document is presented on a beige-colored background with a few holes in the corners, suggesting it may be an old or historical document. The text is printed in black font and appears to be a formal record of appointments made by the Board of Overseers of Harvard College.

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The image features a document that appears to be an official appointment letter from Harvard College. The document is titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College" and is dated March 2, 1931. The letter is addressed to the President and Fellows of Harvard College and pertains to appointments.

The text in the document is printed in a formal, serif font, which is typical for official documents of the era. The content of the letter indicates appointments for specific roles within the college. The appointments are for Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D., as Professor of Poetry for one year starting September 1, 1931, and Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, also for one year starting the same date. Additionally, Carle Clark Zimmerman is appointed as Associate Professor of Sociology for three years, starting September 1, 1931.

The document includes Zimmerman's academic background, mentioning his A.B. from the University of Missouri in 1920, A.M. from North Carolina State College in 1922, and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota in 1925. It also notes his roles as Instructor in Sociology at the University of Minnesota from 1925 to 1926, Assistant Professor of Sociology from 1926 to 1928, and Associate Professor of Sociology from 1928 onwards at the same university.

The document is presented on a beige-colored paper, which appears aged, suggesting it is an archival piece. There are a few small holes and creases, indicating it has been handled and stored over time. The edges of the paper are slightly frayed, and there is a visible stain or mark on the top right corner, which does not obscure the text.

In summary, the image shows an official appointment letter from Harvard College dated March 2, 1931, detailing the appointments of Sigurthur Nordal and Carle Clark Zimmerman to faculty positions within the college. The document is printed in a formal font on aged, beige paper with minor signs of wear and tear.

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The image shows a document titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College", specifically detailing Appointments from a meeting held on March 2, 1931. The document is printed on aged, light-brown paper with visible creases and minor wear, suggesting it is an archival or historical record.

Key Details:

  1. Meeting Date: March 2, 1931.

  2. Appointments Listed:

    • Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D.: Appointed as Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for one year, effective from September 1, 1931. The appointment was approved by the Board of Overseers on March 2, 1931.
    • Carle Clark Zimmerman: Appointed as Associate Professor of Sociology for three years, effective from September 1, 1931. The appointment was approved by the Board of Overseers on May 11, 1931.
      • Zimmerman's academic background is also noted:
        • A.B. from the University of Missouri (1920).
        • A.M. from North Carolina State College (1922).
        • Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota (1923).
        • Previous roles include Instructor in Sociology (1923–26) and Assistant Professor of Sociology (1926–28) at the University of Minnesota.
  3. Handwritten Notes:

    • In the top-left corner, there is handwritten text: "USEP Ming 2.3 1931", which appears to be a reference or cataloging note, possibly indicating the document's use or storage details.

Visual Characteristics:

  • The document has three circular holes along the left edge, likely for binding or filing purposes.
  • The text is typed in a formal, serif font typical of official documents from the early 20th century.
  • The paper has a slightly yellowed tone, indicative of age.

Context:

This document reflects administrative decisions made by Harvard College regarding faculty appointments in the early 1930s. It highlights the formal process of academic appointments, including approval by the Board of Overseers and the inclusion of detailed academic credentials for appointees. The document serves as a historical record of Harvard's academic leadership during that period.

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This image displays a typed document titled "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE" at the top. The document is dated "March 1, 1931." It refers to official appointments, specifically mentioning a person named Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D., who was appointed to the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, for a period from September 1, 1931. There is a mention of another individual, Carle Clark Zimmerman, as an Associate Professor of Sociology for three years from September 1, 1931.

The document has a visible letterhead of Harvard College at the top and appears to be a formal announcement or record of academic appointments. It is aged with some discoloration around the edges, and there are two holes punched on the left side, suggesting it was stored in a binder or file. There is also a torn upper left corner and a handwritten note in pencil at the bottom left that reads "No. 2 Mar 3 1931."

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The image shows a piece of paper with text printed on the top portion and blank space occupying most of the lower area. There are three holes punched along the left side, likely indicating that the paper was meant to be placed in a binder or folder. The text at the top reads "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE Appointments Meeting of March 2, 1931" and details the appointment of Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D., as the Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry for the year from September 1, 1931, and the appointment of Carl Clark Zimmerman, Associate Professor of Sociology, for the three years from September 1, 1931. There is a handwritten note that says "Meeting March 2 1931". The edges of the paper have some discoloration, possibly from age.

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The image shows an old piece of paper with three hole punches along the left side, suggesting it was stored in a binder. In the upper left corner, there is a small newspaper clipping or printed excerpt titled "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE." The clipping details appointments made during a meeting on March 2, 1931. It mentions Sigurthur Nordal, Ph.D., Charles Eliot Norton Professor of Poetry, appointed for one year beginning September 1, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on March 9, 1931. It also mentions Carle Clark Zimmerman, Associate Professor of Sociology, appointed for three years starting September 1, 1931, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on May 11, 1931. Additionally, there is some small, faint handwritten text beneath the clipping that appears to say "NEG # Mccay 3 1931." The rest of the page is blank and yellowed with age.

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The image depicts a sheet of aged paper with text typed in the upper portion. It’s titled "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE" followed by a subheading "Appointments Meeting of March 2, 1931." It includes details about individuals appointed to academic positions and their respective roles, like Sigurthur Nordal and Carl Clark Zimmerman. The paper is slightly yellowed, with visible discoloration or stains in some corners, giving it an aged appearance. There are three evenly spaced punched holes along the left side, suggesting the sheet belonged to a binder or document collection. Some handwritten notations are faintly visible near the bottom left area of the page (notably "HCL," "March 2," and "1931").