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The image appears to be a page from a student newspaper or magazine, specifically from the "Crimson," dated December 1, 1931. The page features several articles and announcements related to "University Teas," which were social gatherings held for university faculty and students.

Here is a breakdown of the content:

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

   • This article announces the second of a series of University teas planned for Friday at the Fogg Museum. It specifies that it will be held on November 27 and gives details about the professors and their wives who will be on the receiving line. It also mentions that representatives of four graduate schools will be present.

2. "Second University Tea Held This Afternoon":

   • This article provides details about the afternoon tea held at the Fogg Museum. It lists the participating professors and their wives, specifically mentioning that the tea is held especially for professors from various departments.

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

   • This article details another tea held at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street. It specifies that the tea is open to all students, with special emphasis on those concentrating in Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music.

4. "WALCOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS":

   • This article announces the dates for a series of four University teas. The first tea is set for November 13 at Phillips Brooks House, with special groups invited. It also lists the dates and locations for the subsequent teas.

The layout includes a mix of text blocks and a few smaller notes in the margins, with some handwritten annotations such as "Creekside Nov. 1931" and "Creekside Nov. 4 1931." The text is primarily in a serif font, typical of newspaper and magazine print from the 1930s. The page itself shows signs of age with some discoloration and slight wear.

This image is a scanned newspaper clipping from The Crimson, dated December 1, 1931. The clipping contains multiple articles and announcements related to university events, specifically "University Teas" held at Harvard University. Here's a detailed description of the content:

Left Column:

1. "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"
   • The article announces a tea event scheduled for Friday at 4:15 p.m. at the Fogg Museum.
   • Nine faculty members, including department heads, will be present, along with representatives from four graduate schools.
   • The faculty members listed include:
     • Professor A. N. Holcombe '06 (Government)
     • Professor C. H. Haring '07 (History)
     • Professor H. H. Plaskett (Astrophysics)
     • H. E. Clifford '89 (Engineering School)
     • L. J. Henderson '98 (History of Science)
     • Captain B. B. Wygant (Naval Science)
     • J. B. Conant '13 (Chemistry)
     • J. L. Coolidge '95 (Mathematics)
     • Colonel W. S. Sturgill (Military Science)
   • The event is open to faculty, students, and their wives.

Middle Column:

2. "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"
   • This article provides details about the second University Tea scheduled for the same afternoon at 4:30 p.m. at the Fogg Museum.
   • Ten professors will be on the receiving line, representing various departments such as Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, Economics, Military Science, Naval Science, and Physics.
   • The event is specifically for members of these departments, as well as those from the Dental, Medical, Landscape Architecture, and Public Health schools.
   • The professors and their wives mentioned include:
     • A. N. Holcombe '06 (Government)
     • C. H. Haring '07 (History)
     • H. H. Burbank (History, Government, and Economics)
     • H. H. Plaskett (Astrophysics)
     • H. E. Clifford '89 (Engineering School)
     • L. J. Henderson (History of Science)
     • Captain B. B. Wygant (Naval Science)
     • J. B. Conant '13 (Chemistry)
     • J. L. Coolidge '95 (Mathematics)
     • Colonel W. S. Sturgill (Military Science)

Right Column:

3. "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB"

   • Another University Tea is scheduled from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street.
   • All students are invited, but those concentrating in Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music are especially urged to attend.
   • The receiving line includes:
     • Professor E. B. Hill '94 (Music) and Mrs. Hill
     • Professor J. T. Murray '99 (English) and Mrs. Murray
     • E. A. Whitney '17 (History and Literature) and Mrs. Whitney
   • The article also lists the schedule of the receiving line.

4. "WALCOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS"

   • Eustis Walcott '32 has announced plans for a series of four University teas.
   • The first tea is scheduled for Friday, November 13, at Phillips Brooks House.
   • The event is open to all members of the University, but each function is planned specially for a number of departments and groups having allied interests.
   • The ushers assisting Walcott include:
     • Crispin Cooke '32
     • A. D. Bell '32
     • C. F. Hovey '32
     • W. F. Luton '33
     • J. M. Erickson '32
     • R. N. Clark, Jr. '32
     • L. E. Becker '32
     • G. W. Movius '32
   • The article also lists special groups invited to the first tea, including officers of the administration, members of specific departments, and those affiliated with various institutes and museums.

Additional Information:

• There is a handwritten note at the bottom left that reads "Crimson Dec. 1, 1931."
• Another handwritten note at the bottom right reads "HUG Nov 28 1931."
• There is a small rectangular section at the bottom center that provides information about a lecture on "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, scheduled for 8 p.m. in Emerson 211.

The overall layout is typical of a newspaper clipping, with multiple articles and announcements neatly arranged in columns. The text is printed in a clear, legible font, and the paper appears to be aged, indicating its historical nature.

This image displays a single, aged, off-white sheet of paper containing several newspaper clippings and typed notices, all relating to a series of “University Teas” held at Harvard University in late 1931. The paper is arranged in a collage of columns and blocks of text, seemingly compiled for archival purposes, with visible handwritten notations in pencil and pen, including dates like “Dec. 4, 1931” and “Nov 23 1931.”

The documents announce four separate tea gatherings scheduled in November and December 1931, each hosted at different university venues (Fogg Museum, Faculty Club, Phillips Brooks House, and Business School) and each targeting specific faculty, departments, or student groups.

Main Sections and Headings:

1. “SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM” (Left Column):

   • Announces a tea for Friday afternoon at 4:15 PM at the Fogg Museum.
   • A “Group of Nine Faculty Members” will be receiving, including heads of departments such as Engineering, Government, History, Astronomy, Naval Science, Mathematics, and Military Science.
   • Representatives from four graduate schools (Dental, Medical, Landscape Architecture, Public Health) are also invited.
   • The receiving line times are specified for each professor and their wife.

2. “SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON” (Center Column):

   • Reiterates the details of the tea at the Fogg Museum, starting at 4:30 PM.
   • Lists ten professors (including the same names from the left column) who will be receiving with their wives.
   • Notes that “Crimson Dec. 4, 1931” is likely the source of the clipping.

3. “UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB” (Right Column, Top):

   • Describes a tea from 4 to 6 PM at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street.
   • Invitees are students concentrating in Classics, Indic Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music.
   • The receiving line, scheduled in 15-minute blocks, includes Professors E. B. Hill, J. T. Murray, E. A. Whitney, and Mrs. Whitney.

4. “WALCOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS” (Right Column, Bottom):

   • This article provides an overview of the entire series planned by Eustis Walcott ’32.
   • The first tea was scheduled for Friday, November 13, at Phillips Brooks House, open to all University members but specially planned for groups including departments of Anthropology, Biology, etc.
   • Eight ushers are named for the first tea.
   • The second tea is noted to be at the Fogg Museum (Dec. 4), the third at the Faculty Club (Jan. 8), and the fourth at the Business School (March 4).
   • Tentative plans for a fifth tea at the Law School on February 5 are also mentioned.
   • It includes an announcement of a lecture on “Modern Brazilian Literature” by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho.

5. Typed Notice (Bottom Left):

   • Appears to be a formal invitation, titled “UNIVERSITY TEAS. II. Phillips Brooks House, 4 to 6 P.M.”
   • Extends a cordial invitation to all University officers, their wives, and all students to the second tea (the one at Phillips Brooks House).
   • It lists invited groups by division and department, mirroring the information in the other articles: Chemistry, Physical Sciences, Fine Arts, History, Government, Economics, Mathematics, Physical Education, Landscape Architecture, City Planning, Engineering, Medical, Dental, Public Health, and Fogg Art Museum.

Overall Context:
The documents provide a detailed glimpse into university social life and administration at Harvard in 1931. The University Teas were formal events designed to foster community by bringing together faculty, students, and graduate school representatives. The events were carefully orchestrated with rotating venues and targeted audiences, reflecting a structured approach to campus engagement. The inclusion of handwritten notes suggests this page was part of a personal or administrative record, perhaps used for planning or retrospective documentation. The focus on faculty receiving lines and specific departmental representation underscores the hierarchical and communal nature of the events.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or an announcement from a university. It contains information about upcoming university teas, which seem to be social gatherings or events organized by the university.

The main headline reads "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON" and it provides details about the event. It mentions that ten professors will be on the receiving line at the Fogg Museum, and the event will begin at 4:30 PM. The professors represent various departments such as Mathematics, Astronomy, Fine Arts, History, Government, and Economics, among others.

The article also mentions that the professors will be accompanied by their wives for 25-minute periods, and the receiving line will include other faculty members and their spouses. It provides the names and departments of the professors who will be present.

Additionally, the article includes information about a separate university tea held at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street. It mentions that students concentrating in various fields, such as Classics, Indo-Philology, Modern Languages, Egyptology, and Music, are especially invited to attend. The article also provides details about the composition of the receiving line for this tea.

Furthermore, the article mentions that plans for a series of four university teas have been announced, with the first one scheduled for November 13th at Phillips Brooks House. It states that each tea is planned for a specific department or group, and special groups will be invited to the first tea.

The article concludes with a mention of a lecture titled "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, which is scheduled for a later date.

Overall, the image provides information about university teas, their timings, the professors who will be present, and the departments or groups they represent. It also mentions a separate tea at the Faculty Club and plans for a series of university teas in the future.

The image appears to be a newspaper clipping with several columns of text. The clipping is titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM." The text describes an event called the "Second University Tea," which is scheduled to take place at the Fogg Museum on Friday.

The event is organized by a group of nine faculty members representing four graduate schools. The text lists the names of the professors who will be present, along with their respective departments.

The tea is described as an afternoon gathering, with the receiving line starting at 4:30 o'clock. The professors will be standing in the receiving line with their wives for 25-minute periods.

The text also mentions that other departments have been invited to attend, including those of Astronomy, Economics, Fine Arts, and Physics. Representatives of the following graduate schools will also be present: Dental, Landscape Architecture, Medical, and Public Health.

The tea is open to all members of the University, and the time when the professors and their wives will receive is 4:15 o'clock.

The clipping also includes information about another University Tea held at the Faculty Club, with concentrators in five fields invited to attend. The text mentions the names of the professors who will be present at this tea, along with their respective departments.

The clipping concludes with information about a series of four University Teas planned by Eustis Walcott, with the first tea scheduled for Friday, November 13. The text provides details about the special groups invited to the first tea and mentions that the remaining teas will be held on Friday, December 8, at the Fogg Museum; on Friday, January 8, at the Faculty Club; and on Friday, March 4, at the Business School.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or publication, likely from the Harvard Crimson, dated December 1, 1931. The page contains several news articles and announcements related to university events, specifically focusing on "University Teas" held at the Fogg Museum and the Faculty Club. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

The page is divided into multiple sections, each discussing different aspects of the University Teas and related events.

Left Column:

Headline:

• "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"

Content:

• Event Details:

  • A group of nine faculty members will receive representatives from four graduate schools at the second University Tea, to be held on Friday at the Fogg Museum.
  • The tea will take place at 4:30 o'clock.
  • Faculty members and their wives will stand in a receiving line for 25-minute periods.

• Faculty Members Invited:

  • The article lists the professors and their wives who will be on the receiving line. These include:
    • Professor T. O. Mendenhall (chairman of the Department of Government)
    • Professor C. A. N. Holcombe ('06, chairman of the Department of History)
    • Professor H. H. Clark ('07, chairman of the Department of Physics)
    • Professor H. E. Plaskett ('88, dean of the Engineering School)
    • Professor L. J. Henderson ('98, chairman of the Department of Chemistry)
    • Professor B. B. Wyatt (chairman of the Department of History)
    • Captain J. B. Conant ('12, chairman of the Department of Naval Science)
    • Professor J. L. Coolidge ('95, chairman of the Department of Chemistry)
    • Colonel W. S. Sturgill (chairman of the Department of Military Science)

• Additional Information:

  • Other departments whose members have been especially invited to attend include Astronomy, Economics, Fine Arts, and Physics.
  • Graduate schools such as Architecture, Medicine, Dental, Landscape Architecture, Schools of Public Health, the Business School, and the Law School are also invited.
  • The times for the professors and their wives to receive guests are specified:
    • Professor and Mrs. Holcombe: 4:40 o'clock
    • Professor and Mrs. Clark: 5:05 o'clock
    • Professor and Mrs. Plaskett: 5:30 o'clock
    • Captain and Mrs. Henderson: 5:30 o'clock
    • Colonel Sturgill and Mrs. Wyatt: 5:30 o'clock
    • Professor Conant: 5:30 o'clock

Middle Column:

Headline:

• "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"

Content:

• Event Recap:

  • Ten professors will be on the receiving line at the Fogg Museum, marking the beginning of the second University Tea series.
  • The tea is scheduled for 4:30 o'clock.
  • This is the second in a series of University Teas held at the Fogg Museum.
  • The tea is particularly for members of the Departments of Mathematics, Astronomy, Economics, History, Government, Fine Arts, Military Science, Naval Science, Landscape Architecture, Medical, and Physics.
  • The Dean and Public Health schools will also be represented.

• Receiving Line:

  • The following professors and their wives will be in the receiving line:
    • Professor A. N. Holcombe ('06, chairman of the Department of Government)
    • Professor C. H. Clark ('07, chairman of the Department of History)
    • Professor H. H. Burbank (chairman of the Department of History)
    • Professor H. E. Plaskett ('88, professor of Astronomy)
    • Professor H. E. Clifford ('98, dean of the Engineering School)
    • Captain B. B. Wyatt (chairman of the Department of Naval Science)
    • Professor L. J. Henderson (chairman of the Department of Chemistry)
    • Professor J. B. Conant ('12, chairman of the Department of Naval Science)
    • Professor J. L. Coolidge ('95, chairman of the Department of Chemistry)
    • Colonel W. S. Sturgill (chairman of the Department of Military Science)

Right Column:

Headline:

• "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB TO ATTENDE"

Content:

• Event Details:

  • Another University Tea will be held from 4 to 6 o'clock at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street.
  • All students concentrating in five fields are invited to attend:
    • Classics
    • Indo Philology
    • Modern Languages
    • Egyptology
    • Romance Languages

• Receiving Line:

  • The tea will be composed of the following:
    • Professor E. B. Hill ('94, chairman of the Department of Music)
    • Professor J. T. Murphy ('98, chairman of the Department of English)
    • Professor E. A. Whitney ('17, professor of History and Literature)
    • Professor C. B. Whitney ('45), also present.

• Additional Announcements:

  • WALCOOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS:
    • A series of four University Teas were announced by Eugene Walcott '32.
    • The teas will be held on Friday, November 13, at the Phillips Brooks House, and will be open to all members of the University, but each function is planned especially for a number of departments and groups having allied interests.
    • Assisted by:
      • Crispino Cooke ('32, A. D. Bell '32, J. M. C. Dickson '32, R. F. Clark Jr. '32, C. F. Hovey '32, W. N. Luton '32, J. M. E. Becker '32, W. E. Lavery '32, and G. W. Morylus '32**).
    • Special Groups for First Tea:
      • The first tea on Friday, November 13, at the Phillips Brooks House, will invite members of the Department of Anthropology: Biology, Zoology, Physiology, and Geology; University officials; Library and University press officials; and those affiliated with the Botanical Garden, the Gray Herbarium, the Arnold Arboretum, and the University Museum.

• Remaining Teas:

  • The remaining teas will be held on:
    • Friday, December 4, at the Fogg Museum: on Friday, January 8, 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.

Additional Notes:

• Footer:

  • The page includes a note at the bottom left: "UNIVERSITY TEAS. II. Phillips Brooks House, 4 to 6 P.M. All Officers of the University, and their wives, and all students are cordially invited to be present."
  • There is also a mention of a lecture under the auspices of the Department of Romance Languages and Literatures: "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho, Professor of Portuguese at Georgetown University, to be held in Emerson 211, 8 P.M.

• Handwritten Notes:

  • There are handwritten notes and markings on the page, including:
    • "Crimson Dec. 1, 1931" written at the bottom left.
    • "Received Dec. 4, 1931" written near the top right.
    • Other markings such as "MUG", "Nov. 28", and "1931" appear in various places, likely indicating filing or cataloging details.

Overall Impression:

The page provides a comprehensive overview of university social events, specifically the University Teas, which serve as formal gatherings for faculty, students, and representatives from various departments and graduate schools. The detailed schedule, list of attendees, and additional announcements highlight the structured and organized nature of these events in the academic community. The handwritten notes suggest that this page was part of an archive or filing system.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a column of text on the left and two columns on the right. The left column is titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA" and includes a list of professors who have been asked to stand in the receiving line with their wives for 25-minute periods. The right column is also titled "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA" and provides details about the event, including the time, location, and list of professors who will be in the receiving line.

The background of the image is a light gray color, with a darker gray border around the edges. The overall design of the page suggests that it is a formal announcement or advertisement for the university tea event.

The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping from Harvard University, dated December 1, 1931. The clipping features two articles about upcoming university tea events, one scheduled for Friday at Fogg Museum and the other for the afternoon. The articles provide details on the professors who will be in attendance, the times of the events, and the locations where they will take place.

The clipping is yellowed with age and has handwritten notes in the margins, indicating that it was likely used as a reference or reminder for someone involved in organizing the events. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the social and academic life of Harvard University during the early 20th century.

The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from the "Crimson" dated December 1, 1931, featuring three articles about university teas.

Article 1: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"
The first article, located on the left side of the clipping, announces the second university tea, which will be held at the Fogg Museum on a Friday at 4:15 o'clock. It lists the nine faculty members who will be receiving guests, representing four graduate schools, and provides details about the event.

Article 2: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"
The second article, situated in the center of the clipping, reports on the second university tea held at the Fogg Museum. It mentions that ten professors will be receiving guests and lists the departments represented.

Article 3: "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB" and "WALCOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS"
The third article, on the right side of the clipping, is divided into two sections. The top section announces a university tea held at the Faculty Club, while the bottom section discusses plans for a series of four university teas, with the first tea scheduled for November 13.

The clipping is printed on aged paper with a light-brown hue and features handwritten notes and a stamp in the bottom center. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

The image presents a scanned or photographed page from an old newspaper or magazine, featuring four articles about university teas. The page is divided into sections, with two main articles on the left and right sides, accompanied by two smaller articles on the right side.

Main Articles:

• Left Article: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA FRIDAY AT FOGG MUSEUM"
  • Discusses the second university tea event at the Fogg Museum on Friday at 4:15 o'clock.
  • Lists nine officers of the University who will receive guests, including department heads and their wives.
  • Mentions that professors and their wives will receive guests at specific times.
• Right Article: "SECOND UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON"
  • Describes the second university tea event, which took place in the afternoon at 4:30 o'clock in the Fogg Museum.
  • Lists ten professors who will be on the receiving line, including their wives.

Smaller Articles:

• Top-Right Article: "UNIVERSITY TEA HELD THIS AFTERNOON AT FACULTY CLUB"
  • Announces another university tea event at the Faculty Club on Quincy Street from 4 to 6 o'clock.
  • Invites students, particularly those concentrating in specific fields, to attend.
• Bottom-Right Article: "A WALCOTT SETS DATES FOR FOUR UNIVERSITY TEAS"
  • Discusses plans for a series of four university teas, with the first one scheduled for November 13 at Phillips Brooks House.
  • Lists special groups invited to the first tea and provides details about the remaining teas.

Additional Information:

• A handwritten note at the bottom-left corner reads "Crimson Dec. 4, 1931."
• A small advertisement for a lecture on "Modern Brazilian Literature" by Dr. J. de S. Coutinho is located at the bottom of the page.

Overall, the image provides information about university tea events, including dates, times, locations, and attendees.