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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1929-December 1931

ARCH.2003.25, Rendition: 794341

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The image displays a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated April 9, 1931. It is page 845 of the bulletin, and the text is organized in columns, containing a list of grants awarded to faculty members at Harvard University for various research purposes during the academic year. Each entry includes the name of the faculty member, the title of their position, and the specific project they are undertaking with the grant. The text covers a range of disciplines, including psychology, mining geology, Latin American history, chemistry, meteorology, and more. It also mentions the founding of the Clark Fund and the Milton Fund, both of which provide grants for research. The paper appears aged, with a slightly yellowed texture, indicating it is from an earlier time period.

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This image shows an old page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," dated April 9, 1931, with pages numbered as 844 and 845. The bulletin details various research projects and initiatives undertaken by faculty members and affiliates of Harvard University. Here's a breakdown of the content:

Left Page (Page 844):

  • Faculty Research Projects:
    • Louis C. Graton, Professor of Mining Geology, is developing a precision photographic microscope for studying opaque materials.
    • Clarence H. Haring, Professor of Latin-American History and Economics, is conducting a first-hand investigation of political and economic conditions related to the 1930 economic crisis and revolutions in South America.
    • George B. Kistiakowsky, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, is studying the oxidation of gaseous hydrocarbons, specifically acetylene.
    • Alexander McAdie, Abbott Lawrence Rotch Professor of Meteorology and Director of the Blue Hill Observatory, is working on the development and installation of a thermodynamic thermometer.
    • Charles H. McIlwain, Eaton Professor of the Science of Government, and Carl J. Friedrich, Assistant Professor of Government, are preparing a comprehensive treatment of the development of political thought, particularly Calvinistic thought, before, during, and after Althusius.
    • Charles R. D. Miller, Instructor in Romance Languages, is gathering material related to America in Italian archives and libraries.
    • Samuel E. Morison, Professor of History, is writing the early history of Harvard.
    • Marston Morse, Professor of Mathematics, is preparing lectures on calculus of variations.

Right Page (Page 845):

  • Continued Faculty Research Projects:

    • Henry A. Murray, Jr., Assistant Professor of Abnormal and Dynamic Psychology, is studying the psychology of humor.
    • Ralph B. Perry, Edgar Pierce Professor of Philosophy, is recording the unpublished correspondence, notes, and marginalia of William James.
    • Gregory Pincus, Instructor in General Physiology, is investigating the development of the temperature-regulating mechanism in mice.
    • A. Kingsley Porter, William Dow Boardman Professor of Fine Arts, and Kenneth J. Conant, Associate Professor of Architecture, are reconstructing the apse of the Abbey Church of Cluny.
    • Percy E. Raymond, Professor of Paleontology, is studying Palaeozoic myriapods and crustaceans.
    • Lawrence D. Redway, Associate in Anthropology, is initiating an investigation into a new color scale for eye structure and pigments.
    • William Z. Ripley, Nathaniel Ropes Professor of Political Economy, is conducting research in public utility economics.
    • Hyder E. Rollins, Professor of English, is completing an edition of Davison’s "A Poetical Rhapsody."
    • Albert Sauveur, Gordon McKay Professor of Metallurgy and Metallography, is purchasing a Southwark 60,000-pound Universal testing machine.
    • Marshall H. Stone, Assistant Professor of Mathematics, is preparing a manuscript on "Linear Transformations in Hilbert Space."
    • Morgan Upton, Instructor in Physiology and Psychology, is investigating temperature changes in active nerve tissue.
    • Robert DeC. Ward, Professor of Climatology, is preparing data on the climatology of the United States, Mexico, and the West Indies.
    • Dr. Frank B. Jewett, electrical engineer, and Professor Edwin F. Gay and Professor William M. Wheeler, both of Harvard, are advising on the purposes for which grants are made.
  • Grants and Funds:

    • The first year in which grants from the Clark Fund have been available, founded on a bequest from Joseph H. Clark.
    • The Milton Fund, created by the will of William F. Milton, came into the possession of the University in 1924, with the income used for promoting the welfare and prosperity of the human race.

The page is well-preserved but shows signs of age with slightly yellowed paper and some wear along the edges. The text is neatly printed in a serif font, typical of publications from the early 20th century.

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This image displays two open pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically pages 844 (left) and 845 (right), dated April 9, 1935, as handwritten in the upper right margin of page 845.

The content consists of dense, typewritten text documenting various academic and research activities undertaken by Harvard faculty and alumni. The text is arranged in multiple columns per page and details the specific research grants, teaching appointments, and scholarly projects of numerous professors and instructors across a wide range of disciplines.

Key details include:

  • Page 844 lists faculty members and their research pursuits:

    • Clarence H. Haring (Professor of Latin-American History and Economics) is investigating the economic crisis and revolutions of 1930 in South America.
    • George B. Kistiakowsky (Assistant Professor of Chemistry) is studying the oxidation of gaseous hydrocarbons.
    • Alexander McAdie (Abbott Lawrence Rotch Professor of Meteorology) is overseeing the Blue Hill Observatory.
    • Charles H. McIlwain (Eaton Professor) is preparing a comprehensive treatment of the development of Western political thought from the Greeks to the end of the Middle Ages.
    • Samuel E. Morison (Professor of History) is documenting the early history of Harvard.
    • Other researchers include Henry A. Murray, Jr. (abnormal psychology), Gregory Pincus (general physics), and Hyder E. Rollins (English literature).
  • Page 845 continues this list and mentions grant funding:

    • Ralph H. Wetmore (Professor of Botany) will make collections in Panama to study phylogeny in angiosperms.
    • Morley J. Williams (Assistant Professor of Landscape Architecture) will study American landscape design from 1750 to 1850.
    • James H. Woods (Professor of Philosophy) is completing material for the Charles Pierce volumes on philosophy.
    • Jeffries Wyman, Jr. (Instructor in Zoology) is studying amino acids and proteins.
    • Marshall H. Stone (Assistant Professor of Mathematics) is preparing a manuscript on “Linear Transformations in Hilbert Space.”
    • The page also notes that 1935 is the first year grants from the Clark Fund have been available, established by a bequest from Joseph H. Clark, '57, and that the Milton Fund (established by the will of William F. Milton, '58) has come into possession.

The pages are printed on aged, off-white paper and are slightly creased along the central fold, indicating they are from a bound or pamphlet-style publication. The overall impression is that of a formal, scholarly record of institutional research activity from Harvard in the mid-1930s.

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The image depicts an open book, specifically the Harvard Alumni Bulletin from April 9, 1931, with two pages prominently displayed. The left page features an article titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," with a list of faculty members and their respective research projects or activities. The faculty members mentioned include Henry A. Murray, Jr., Louis C. Graton, Clarence H. Haring, George B. Kistiakowsky, Alexander McAdie, Charles H. McIlwain, Charles H. McCloskey, Charles R. D. Miller, Samuel E. Morison, Marston Morse, and others. Each entry briefly describes the individual's academic position and the nature of their research or teaching activities.

The right page continues with the same theme, listing additional faculty members and their endeavors. Notable entries include Ralph B. Perry, George Pincus, Arthur Kingsley Porter, Kenneth Conant, Percy E. Raymond, Lawrence D. Redway, William Z. Ripley, Hyder E. Rollins, Albert Sauveur, Marshall H. Stone, and Morgan Upton. The research topics range from psychological studies and mining geology to Latin American history, physics, chemistry, art, and more.

At the top of the left page, there is a brief note about a grant fund established by Joseph H. Frank, which is to be used for encouraging and supporting research in various fields. The right page also includes information about the Milton Fund, which aims to promote studies in the interests of human race, welfare, and discovery.

The layout is organized in a readable format with clear headings and bullet points, making it easy to follow the various research activities and contributions of the faculty members. The overall tone is informative and academic, reflecting the scholarly nature of the content.

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The image shows a book opened to two pages, which appear to be from a Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The left page is numbered 844, and the right page is numbered 845. The text is printed in a black, serif font, and it appears to be an official publication with a formal tone.

The left page lists various faculty members and their roles, along with brief descriptions of their work or research interests. The names are listed in a structured format, with titles and areas of expertise provided for each individual. The right page continues with more faculty listings and also includes a section about a new fund, the Clark Fund, which has been established to support research and publication efforts. The text mentions specific individuals who will benefit from the fund and outlines the purpose and goals of the fund.

The pages have a beige background, and the text is centered on the page. The top of the pages features a header with the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and the date "April 1931." The overall appearance of the pages suggests that they are from an official publication intended for alumni and faculty of Harvard University.

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The image shows an open book titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," specifically pages 844 and 845. The text is formatted in a classic, serif typeface, typical of academic or historical publications. The content appears to be a list of faculty members and their professional affiliations, likely from a university or academic institution.

Key Observations:

  1. Title and Header:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" in bold, capitalized letters.
    • The page numbers 844 and 845 are visible at the top corners, indicating this is part of a larger publication.
  2. Content Structure:

    • The left page (844) lists faculty members along with their titles, departments, and research or teaching areas.
    • The right page (845) continues this format, with additional faculty members and their affiliations.
    • Each entry includes the individual's name, title (e.g., Professor, Instructor, Assistant Professor), department or field of study, and a brief description of their work or research focus.
  3. Faculties and Fields:

    • The listed faculty members represent a diverse range of disciplines, including:
      • Business History
      • Psychology
      • Philosophy
      • Fine Arts
      • Architecture
      • Landscape Architecture
      • Philosophy
      • English
      • Mathematics
      • Physics
      • Political Economy
      • Zoology
    • This suggests the bulletin covers faculty across multiple academic departments.
  4. Handwritten Annotations:

    • There are faint, handwritten notes or markings visible on the pages, possibly annotations or corrections made by a reader. These are subtle and do not obscure the printed text.
  5. Design and Layout:

    • The layout is clean and organized, with consistent spacing and alignment.
    • The text is dense but readable, with clear separation between entries.
    • The paper appears aged, with a slightly yellowed tone, indicating the document may be from an earlier era.
  6. Additional Text on Right Page:

    • The right page includes a section at the bottom that discusses the Clark Fund, mentioning its establishment, purpose, and the individuals involved in its administration. This suggests the bulletin also includes institutional or administrative updates alongside faculty listings.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical academic document, likely from the early to mid-20th century, given the style of the text and the mention of the Clark Fund. It serves as a record of faculty members and their contributions to Harvard University, providing insight into the academic landscape of the time. The inclusion of both faculty listings and institutional updates indicates that this bulletin was a comprehensive communication tool for alumni and the academic community.

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The image shows two pages from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" laid flat. The pages are off-white with black text. The left page is labeled "844" at the top and the right page is labeled "845." The left page has the bulletin's title, "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN," prominently displayed across the top, followed by multiple paragraphs of text in different columns, which likely describe news, updates, or articles related to Harvard University and its alumni, faculty, or events.

The right page also contains columns of text with information relevant to alumni and university matters. For instance, I can see a snippet mentioning "This is the first year in which grants from the Clark Fund have been available." This suggests the bulletin also includes information about grants, possibly financial awards for research or projects.

There is visible creasing on the pages, suggesting they have been handled or folded previously. The corners and edges of the pages also appear to be slightly worn, indicating the paper may be old or has been stored for some time. There is no visible date, but based on the content and style, this bulletin is likely from an earlier period, potentially mid-20th century. There is also a handwritten note at the top right on page 845, appearing like "29-31," but its significance is unclear from the image.

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The image is of an excerpt from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, featuring pages numbered 844 and 845. The pages list various professors, assistants, instructors, and their specific fields of study or research. Examples include Henry A. Murray studying abnormal and dynamic psychology, Charles H. Haring specializing in Latin-American history and economics, and George B. Kistiakowsky focusing on chemistry. The excerpt describes their academic positions and specific projects or studies they are involved in. The physical characteristics of the image show some discoloration and wear, indicating it might be an older publication. The right side of the page has a piece of paper laid on top, partially covering the text on page 845. There are minor folds and creases visible on the pages.

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The image shows two pages from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The pages contain typed text listing various professors, instructors, and assistants at Harvard, along with brief descriptions of their research interests, academic contributions, and projects they are working on or preparing for publication. The text mentions fields such as History, Mining Geology, Latin-American History and Economics, Chemistry, Meteorology, Government, Romance Languages, Anthropology, English, Metallurgy, Mathematics, Physiology, Climatology, Botany, Landscape Architecture, Philosophy, and Zoology.

The pages appear old and are laid flat, with one page slightly overlapping the other. The text is neatly organized in columns. The visible page number is 844 on the left page and 845 on the right page, with the date "April 9, 1931" handwritten on the top right corner of the right page. The content reflects academic updates and grants awarded from Harvard sources, such as the Clark Fund. Overall, it presents a snapshot of academic activities and scholarly work at Harvard in the early 20th century.

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An image of two cream-colored, slightly yellowed pages laid open on a light surface. They are from a Harvard Alumni Bulletin, with the header “HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN” and page numbers 844 (left) and 845 (right). The text is arranged in dense, small serif columns. The pages are overlapped and appear to rest on a light folder or envelope, giving an archival, vintage look.