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The image appears to be a page from a historical publication or newsletter, specifically about "University Teas" at a university, likely Harvard University given the context and references to faculty members and departments. The text is divided into several sections:

1. "Second University Tea Friday at Fogg Museum":

   • Details about the second university tea, scheduled for Friday at 4:15 p.m. at the Fogg Museum.
   • Noted that nine faculty members and representatives of four graduate schools will be present.
   • Lists the professors and their wives who will be on the receiving line, including names like A. N. Holcombe, C. H. Haring, H. H. Plaskett, and others.
   • Mentions that representatives from departments of Astronomy, Economics, Fine Arts, and Physics will be present, as well as participants from graduate schools like Dental, Medical, and Public Health.

2. "Second University Tea Held This Afternoon":

   • Confirms the second tea was held at 4:30 p.m. at the Fogg Museum.
   • Specifies that it was held for members of various departments such as Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, Economics, Military Science, Naval Science, and Physics.
   • Lists the professors and their wives in the receiving line, including J. T. Murray, E. A. Whitney, C. B. Gulick, and others.

3. "University Tea Held This Afternoon at Faculty Club":

   • Details the tea held at the Faculty Club from 4 to 6 o'clock.
   • Mentions that all students are invited, with special invitation for concentrators in Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music.
   • Lists the professors and their wives in the receiving line, including E. B. Hill, J. T. Murray, E. A. Whitney, C. B. Gulick, and others.
   • Provides the schedule for the receiving line, including times and professors.

4. "Special Groups for First Tea":

   • Describes the first tea, held on Friday, November 13, at Phillips Brooks House.
   • Lists the special groups invited, including officers of the administration, members of various departments, and others affiliated with the Bussey Institute, Botanic Garden, Gray Herbarium, Arnold Arboretum, and University Museum.
   • Mentions a lecture under the auspices of the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, titled "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho.

The page also includes a note mentioning "Delicatessen Wurst" and a section with a date and signature, likely indicating when the document was annotated or edited. The page is from the "Crimson" dated December 1, 1931.

This image is a scanned document, likely from a university newsletter or bulletin, dated December 1, 1931, as indicated by the handwritten note at the bottom left of the document. The document is divided into three main sections, each detailing upcoming university events:

Left Section:

Headline: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"

• Content: This section announces a university tea event scheduled for Friday at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that nine faculty members, including several department heads, will be present to receive representatives from four graduate schools. The faculty members listed include:

  • Professor A. N. Holcombe '06 (Department of Government)
  • Professor C. H. Haring '07 (Department of History)
  • Professor H. H. Plaskett (Astrophysics)
  • H. E. Clifford '89 (Engineering School)
  • L. J. Henderson '98 (Department of History of Science)
  • Captain B. B. Wygant (Department of Naval Science)
  • J. B. Conant '13 (Department of Chemistry)
  • J. L. Coolidge '95 (Department of Mathematics)
  • Colonel W. S. Sturgill (Department of Military Science)

• Additional Information: The event is open to members of various departments, including Astronomy, Economics, Fine Arts, and Physics, as well as representatives from graduate schools in Dental, Landscape Architecture, Medical, and Public Health. The faculty members and their wives will receive guests at specific times.

Middle Section:

Headline: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"

• Content: This section repeats the announcement of the university tea event at the Fogg Museum, scheduled for the afternoon at 4:30. It lists the same faculty members and departments as the left section, emphasizing the departments of Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, Economics, Military Science, Naval Science, and Physics. It also notes the presence of representatives from the Dental, Medical, Landscape Architecture, and Public Health schools.

Right Section:

Headline: "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB"

• Content: This section details another university tea event held from 4 to 6 o'clock at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street. It specifically invites students concentrating in Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music. It lists the faculty members and their wives who will be present, including:
  • Professor E. B. Hill '94 (Music)
  • Professor J. T. Murray '99 (English)
  • E. A. Whitney '17 (History and Literature)
  • Professor C. B. Gullick '90 (Ancient Languages)
  • Sigurthur Nordal (Poetry)
  • Professor J. D. M. Ford '94 (Romance Languages)
  • Professor Taylor Starck (Germanic Languages)

Additional Notes:

• There are handwritten notes and dates on the document, suggesting it was used for reference or scheduling purposes.
• The bottom of the document includes a mention of a lecture on "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, scheduled for Emerson 211 at 8 P.M.

Overall, the document is a detailed announcement of university tea events, listing the faculty members, departments, and specific times for each event.

This image displays a single, aged, yellowed page from a university publication, likely a student newspaper or bulletin, dated December 4, 1931. The page is densely formatted with multiple columns of typewritten text, typical of early 20th-century print media.

The primary subject of the page is a series of “University Teas” — social gatherings hosted by the university for faculty, staff, students, and their spouses. The main articles detail the schedule, location, and guest list for these events.

Here's a detailed breakdown of the content:

Main Headlines and Articles:

1. LEFT COLUMN: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"

   • This article announces the second tea in a series, scheduled for Friday, December 4, at 4:15 PM at the Fogg Museum.
   • It lists nine specific faculty members (mostly department chairs and deans) who will be receiving guests, along with their spouses.
   • It also lists other departments and graduate schools that are especially invited to attend.
   • It includes a schedule for when professors and their wives will be receiving guests (e.g., Prof. and Mrs. Holcombe at 4:15, Prof. and Mrs. Haring at 4:40, etc.).
   • Below this, a note for "Crimson Dec. 4, 1931" provides details for the next tea (II) to be held at Phillips Brooks House on December 11.
   • A footnote at the bottom of this column announces a Lecture: “Modern Brazilian Literature” by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, to be held in Emerson 211 at 8 P.M.

2. MIDDLE COLUMN: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"

   • This appears to be a slightly different take on the same event, or perhaps a more general announcement.
   • It reiterates the time (4:30 PM, though the other article says 4:15) and location (Fogg Museum).
   • It states that ten professors will be receiving guests.
   • It lists the same group of ten professors and their wives as the left column, confirming the details.
   • A handwritten note in the margin says "Crimson Dec. 4 1931".

3. RIGHT COLUMN: "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB"

   • This article describes a different tea event happening at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street on the same day, from 4 to 6 PM.
   • It notes that students concentrating in Classics, Indo-Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music are especially urged to attend.
   • It lists a different set of professors and their wives who will be the hosts for this event, including Professor E. B. Hill and Mrs. Hill, Professor J. T. Murray, Professor E. A. Whitney, Professor C. B. Gulick, Professor Sigurth Nordal, Professor J. D. M. Ford, and Professor Taylor Starck.
   • Below this, a small, reversed advertisement for “DELICATESSSEN WURST” is visible.
   • At the bottom right, a final note provides a schedule for the remaining teas in the series: December 11 at Phillips Brooks House, December 18 at the Fogg Museum, January 5 at the Faculty Club, and March 4 at the Business School (with a tentative fifth tea at the Law School).

Handwritten Notes:

• In the top margin, there are faint pencil notations, including what appears to be “Dec. 4 1931” and “17-53/10”.
• In the right column, below the faculty list, a handwritten note says “Crimson Dec. 4 1931”.
• Another note near the bottom of the page reads “We have all kinds at the Love / Belore Th” — a fragment of text that is difficult to fully interpret.

Overall Impression:

The page provides a fascinating glimpse into the social and academic life of a university (likely Harvard, given the locations like Fogg Museum, Phillips Brooks House, and the Crimson reference) in December 1931. The detailed lists of faculty and the emphasis on specific departments reveal a structured, hierarchical academic culture. The page itself, with its typewritten text, column layout, and faded paper, is a historical artifact documenting these university-wide social rituals.

This is a page from a booklet or pamphlet advertising the Second University Tea held at the Fogg Museum on Friday at 4:15 o'clock. The tea is part of a series of University Teas held at various locations on campus. The event is intended for faculty members, their spouses, and graduate students.

The page lists the professors who will be receiving guests at the tea, along with their spouses and the times at which they will be available. The professors are from various departments, including Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, Economics, Military Science, and Physics.

The tea is being held in the Fogg Museum, and the receiving line will begin at 4:30 o'clock. The event is especially inviting to members of the Departments of Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, and Economics.

The page also includes information about other University Teas that will be held at different locations on campus, including the Faculty Club on Quincy Street and the Business School. The remaining teas will be held on Friday, December 4, at the Fogg Museum, and on Friday, January 5, at the Faculty Club.

Overall, the page provides detailed information about the event, including the date, time, location, and the professors who will be present to receive guests.

The image depicts a folded piece of paper that appears to be a flyer or announcement for a university event. The paper is divided into three main sections, each containing text and information about different events. The top section is titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM," and it provides details about a tea event that will take place at the Fogg Museum. The middle section is titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON," and it provides information about another tea event that has already taken place at the Faculty Club. The bottom section is titled "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB," and it provides additional details about the same tea event mentioned in the middle section.

The paper appears to be old, as indicated by its faded color and the presence of creases and folds. The text is written in a formal and concise style, with headings and subheadings used to organize the information. The paper also includes the names of various professors and department heads who are invited to attend the events, as well as the times and locations of the events.

Overall, the image depicts a historical document that provides information about university events that took place in the past. The paper's age and condition suggest that it may be of historical significance, and it could be of interest to researchers or historians studying the history of the university or the events mentioned in the document.

The image shows a historical document titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA", which appears to be a printed announcement or flyer for an event held at the Fogg Museum. The document is dated December 1931 and is formatted as a newspaper clipping or bulletin. Here is a detailed description of its content and layout:

Header and Title

• The document is titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA" and is prominently displayed at the top in bold, capitalized text.
• A subheading reads "FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM", indicating the event's date and location.
• Another subheading states "HELD THIS AFTERNOON", specifying that the tea is taking place on the day of publication.

Main Body

The main body of the document is divided into two columns of text, with additional notes and details provided at the bottom.

Left Column: "GROUP OF NINE FACULTY MEMBERS ARE TO RECEIVE—REPRESENTATIVES OF FOUR GRADUATE SCHOOLS TO BE PRESENT"

• This section announces that nine faculty members will be present to receive guests.

• The faculty members listed include:

  • Dor A. H. Holcombe, chairman of the Department of History and Professor of Astrophysics.
  • H. Plaskett, Professor of Astrophysics.
  • H. E. Clifford, Dean of the Engineering School.
  • L. J. Henderson, Professor of the Department of Chemistry.
  • Captain B. B. Wyatt, chairman of the Department of Naval Science.
  • J. B. Conant, chairman of the Department of Chemistry.
  • W. Coolidge, chairman of the Department of Mathematics.
  • Colonel W. S. Sturges, chairman of the Department of Military Science.
  • J. L. Coolidge, chairman of the Department of Chemistry.

• The text also mentions that representatives from four graduate schools will be present, including:

  • Fine Arts
  • Astronomy
  • Economics
  • Physics

• The event is scheduled to begin at 4:15 o'clock, and professors and their wives are invited to stand in a receiving line for 25-minute intervals.

Right Column: "TEN PROFESSORS WILL BE ON RECEIVING LINE AT FOGG MUSEUM—AFFAIR BEGINS AT 4:30 O'CLOCK"

• This section reiterates that ten professors will be on the receiving line at the Fogg Museum, starting at 4:30 o'clock.

• The professors listed include:

  • A. N. Holcombe, chairman of the Department of Government.
  • C. H. Harter, chairman of the Department of History.
  • Captain B. B. Wyatt, chairman of the Department of Naval Science.
  • J. B. Conant, chairman of the Department of Chemistry.
  • H. E. Plaskett, Professor of Astrophysics.
  • L. J. Henderson, chairman of the Engineering School.
  • B. B. Wyatt, chairman of the Department of Naval Science.
  • J. L. Coolidge, chairman of the Department of Chemistry.
  • S. S. Sturgis, chairman of the Department of Military Science.
  • J. B. Conant, chairman of the Department of Chemistry.

• The text emphasizes that graduate schools such as Fine Arts, Astronomy, Economics, and Physics will also be represented.

Additional Notes

• At the bottom of the document, there is a section titled "UNIVERSITY TEA. II. Phillips Brooks House, 4 to 6 P.M." This indicates another tea event being held at the Phillips Brooks House from 4 to 6 P.M., inviting all officers of the University and their wives, as well as students from various departments.
• A lecture is also advertised under the auspices of the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures, titled "The Modern Brazilian Literature," to be delivered by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, in Emerson 211, at 8 P.M.

Footer and Additional Text

• The footer includes a reference to "Crimson Dec. 1931", indicating the source or publication date of the document.
• There is also a handwritten note in the margin, which appears to be a personal annotation or marking, reading "Crimson Dec. 1931" and some additional text that is partially obscured.

Visual Layout

• The document is printed on aged paper, with a slightly yellowed appearance, suggesting it is a historical artifact.
• The text is typed in a monospaced font, typical of printed documents from the early 20th century.
• The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings and bullet points for easy reading.

Overall Context

The document serves as an announcement for a formal university tea event, highlighting the participation of faculty members and representatives from various graduate schools. It also promotes additional university activities, such as a lecture on Brazilian literature, indicating a vibrant academic and social calendar at the time. The formal tone and structured format reflect the traditions of university events in the early 1930s.

The image presents a newspaper clipping from 1931, featuring an article about a Second University Tea event at Fogg Museum. The clipping is a single page with a beige background and black text, with some words and letters appearing upside down due to the image being rotated.

• Newspaper Clipping
  • The clipping is a single page with a beige background and black text.
  • Some words and letters appear upside down due to the image being rotated.
• Article Title
  • The article title is "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM" and "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON".
  • The titles are in bold font and centered on the page.
• Event Details
  • The article describes a Second University Tea event held at Fogg Museum.
  • The event is scheduled for Friday at 4:15 o'clock.
  • Ten professors will be receiving line at Fogg Museum.
• Guest List
  • The article lists the names of the professors who will be attending the event.
  • The list includes Professor C. H. Haring, Professor H. H. Plaskett, Professor of Astrophysics, H. E. Clifford, Dean of the Engineering School, L. J. Henderson, Chairman of the Department of History of Science, Captain B. B. Wygant, Chairman of the Department of Naval Science, J. L. Coolidge, Chairman of the Department of Chemistry, J. L. Coolidge, Chairman of the Department of Mathematics, Colonel W. S. Sturges, Chairman of the Department of Military Science, and Colonel B. B. Wygant, Chairman of the Department of Naval Science.
• Other Departments
  • The article mentions that other departments whose members have been especially invited to attend are those of Astronomy, Economics, Fine Arts, and Physics.
  • There will also be present representatives of the following graduate schools: Dental, Landscape Architecture, Medical, and Public Health.
  • The times at which the professors and their wives will receive are 4:15 o'clock, and Mrs. Holcombe, Professor Coolidge, Professor and Mrs. Plaskett, 5:05 o'clock, Dean and Mrs. Clifford, Professor and Mrs. Henderson, Captain and Mrs. Wygant, Colonel Sturges, Professor and Mrs. Conant.
• Special Groups
  • The article mentions that special groups for tea will be held on Friday, November 13, at Phillips Brooks House are officers of the administration; members of the Departments of Anthropology, Biology, Zoology, Physiology, and Geology; University Library; and members affiliated with the Bussey Institute, the Botanic Garden, the Gray Herbarium, the Arnold Arboretum, and the University Museum.
• Other Events
  • The article mentions that the remaining teas will be held on Friday, December 4, at the Fogg Museum; on Friday, January 15, at the Faculty Club; and on Friday, March 4, at the Business School.
  • Tentative plans have been made for a fifth tea at the Law School on Friday, February 5.

In summary, the image presents a newspaper clipping from 1931, featuring an article about a Second University Tea event at Fogg Museum. The event is scheduled for Friday at 4:15 o'clock, and ten professors will be receiving line at Fogg Museum. The article lists the names of the professors who will be attending the event, as well as other departments and special groups that will be present. Additionally, the article mentions other events that will be held in the future.

The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping featuring an announcement for the Second University Tea, scheduled to take place at the Fogg Museum on Friday. The event is divided into two sessions: one in the afternoon and another in the evening.

Afternoon Session:

• Date: Friday
• Time: 4:30 o'clock
• Location: Fogg Museum
• Ten professors will be in attendance, representing various departments such as Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, Military Science, Naval Science, Medical, Physics, and Public Health.
• The afternoon tea will be held in the Faculty Club, with concentrators from five fields invited to attend.

Evening Session:

• Date: Friday
• Time: 5:30 o'clock
• Location: Phillips Brooks House
• All officers of the University and their wives are cordially invited to attend.
• The evening tea will feature a lecture by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, titled "Modern Brazilian Literature."

The newspaper clipping appears to be from 1931, as indicated by the handwritten date "Crimson Dec. 1, 1931" in the bottom-left corner. The clipping has been preserved and is now displayed against a plain gray background, suggesting that it may be part of a historical archive or collection.

The image shows a yellowed newspaper clipping with three articles about university teas, likely from the early 20th century.

The clipping is divided into three columns, each containing an article related to university teas. The left column features the headline "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM," while the center column has the headline "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON." The right column is titled "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB."

The articles provide details about the teas, including the date, time, location, and guests. The text is written in a formal tone and includes information about the faculty members and professors who attended the events.

At the bottom of the clipping, there are additional notes and announcements, including a mention of a lecture on "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho. The overall design and layout of the clipping suggest that it is from a university newspaper or publication, likely from Harvard University given the mention of specific buildings and faculty members.

The clipping appears to be a historical document, providing insight into the social and academic life of the university during the early 20th century.

The image presents a scanned, aged newspaper clipping or announcement, featuring three articles about university events. The clipping is divided into sections, each with its own heading and content.

• SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM
  • The article announces the second University Tea event, scheduled to take place on Friday at the Fogg Museum.
  • It mentions that nine faculty members will receive representatives of four graduate schools.
  • The event is set to start at 4:15 o'clock.
  • A list of professors and their wives who will be in the receiving line is provided, along with the times they will be available.
• SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON
  • This article reports on the second University Tea event, which took place in the afternoon at the Fogg Museum.
  • It states that ten professors will be on the receiving line.
  • The event began at 4:30 o'clock.
  • A list of professors and their wives who will be in the receiving line is provided.
• UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB
  • This article announces another University Tea event held from 4 to 5 o'clock in the Faculty Club on Quincy Street.
  • It invites all students concentrating in specific fields, including Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music.
  • The receiving line consists of professors and their wives, with specific times listed for each.

The clipping also includes handwritten notes and a partially visible advertisement for Wurst at the bottom. Overall, the image provides information about various university events, including tea gatherings and lectures, that took place in 1932.