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The image shows a piece of paper with printed text on it. The text appears to be an article or a document related to Harvard alumni and the Fogg Art Museum. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

1. Harvard Alumni Contributions:

   • The document mentions contributions made by Harvard alumni, specifically John Buttrick and William Stoughton, who were a colonial governor and a demonstrator, respectively.
   • It highlights a silver two-handled cup by John Coney, which was presented to the College and is now in the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The document also mentions a loan collection of silver belonging to Nicholas Sever (1680-1754), which includes various items such as a pair of bread-and-butter plates, a teapot, tankards, teacups, porringers, and salts.

2. Request for Loans:

   • The Fogg Art Museum is requesting loans of silver objects for an exhibition. The museum is particularly interested in items connected with early presidents, officers, graduates, or relatives of Harvard, as well as works by early silversmiths.
   • The museum assures that any cooperation or interest in loaning such material for exhibition purposes will be greatly appreciated.

3. Master Salt for Lowell House:

   • The document describes a "master salt" for Lowell House, gifted by William C. Chase of Boston. The salt is a replica of the salt of Corpus Christi College, Oxford, and was designed by Frederick P. Post, a Boston silversmith.
   • The salt was presented to Lowell House on May 23, 1936, and has an inscription from the Book of Joel, II, 28: "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions."

The document is signed by Edward W. Forbes, Director of the Fogg Art Museum, and is dated 1936. The text is printed on what appears to be aged, yellowed paper, and the document is labeled "Apr-1" and "Over" in handwriting.

The image shows a typed, two-page letter on Harvard Alumnus stationery. The letter is dated April 1, though the year is not specified. The content of the letter discusses the University's interest in collecting and exhibiting pieces of silver with historical connections to its early presidents, officers, or graduates, as well as notable craftsmen. It mentions specific items already lent to the Fogg Art Museum, such as a two-handled cup by John Coney and pieces by Paul Revere and John Burt, and expresses appreciation for the loan of these items. The letter is signed by Edward W. Forbes, Director of the Fogg Art Museum, and includes details about a presentation of a salt cellar to President Lowell. The letter is attached to a light blue sheet, and the word "Over" is handwritten at the bottom of the second page, indicating that the letter continues.

The image contains two primary sections of text related to historical silver items and their connections to Harvard University and significant American figures.

1. Harvard University Silver Collection (Top Section):

   • The text discusses a silver collection and the interest of Harvard University in exhibiting various pieces of silver. Specifically, it mentions:
     • John Burt and William Stoughton, both associated with Harvard, who donated a two-handled cup to the College. This cup is noted as a fine example of John Coney's silversmith work.
     • The university's interest in exhibiting other silver pieces related to early silversmiths.
     • A notable two-handled cup, also by John Coney, which belonged to Henry Flynt, tutor from 1699 to 1754. This cup has a significant lineage, passing through various notable individuals including Josiah Quincy, a Harvard historian and president.
     • A loan of silver items to the Museum in June, which includes a variety of objects such as spoons, tongs, porringers, and more, all made by John Burt.
   • Edward W. Forbes, the Director of the Fogg Art Museum in 1951, expresses appreciation for any cooperation in loaning such materials for exhibition.

2. A Master Salt for Lowell House (Bottom Section):

   • This section describes a special silver salt cellar given to President Lowell of Harvard:
     • The salt was presented at a high table dinner in Lowell House on May 11, 1931, by Odin Roberts.
     • Designed by William C. Chase of Boston and crafted by Frederick Pierce, a Boston silversmith.
     • The salt bears an inscription from the "Book of Joel, II, 28": "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions."

The document is dated April 1 and appears to be a letter or memo related to the acquisition and exhibition of historical silver pieces.

The image depicts a page from a document related to Harvard University, specifically concerning the donation and exhibition of silver items to the Fogg Art Museum. The page is dated April 1, with the number "1002" and "HARVARD ALUM" marked at the top.

The text describes the donation of a two-handled cup by Colonial Governor and donor of Stoughton Hall, William Stoughton, to the College. This cup is noted as one of the finest examples of silversmith's work by John Coney. The University expresses interest in acquiring other silver pieces connected with its early presidents, officers, graduates, or related to early silversmiths.

The Fogg Art Museum already possesses a notable two-handled cup by John Coney, which descended through the family of Henry Flynt, a Harvard tutor. Other items mentioned include a teapot and stand by Paul Revere, and a collection of silverware belonging to Nicholas Sever (1680-1759), including a pair of tankards, a teapot, and a pair of trencher salts.

The document also mentions a loan of silver material for exhibition purposes and expresses appreciation for any cooperation in this regard. The document is signed by Edward W. Forbes, Director of the Fogg Art Museum.

Additionally, there is a note about a "Master Salt for Lowell House" presented to President Lowell. The salt was designed by William C. Chase of Boston and made by a Boston silversmith, Frederick Parris. The inscription on the salt is from the Book of Joel, Chapter 2, Verse 28: "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions."

The bottom right corner of the page is marked "Over," indicating that there is more content on the following page.

The image shows a document from Harvard University, specifically a page from a publication or newsletter, dated April 1, with a reference number "1002" and labeled "HARVARD ALUM."

The content of the document discusses the University's interest in acquiring silver pieces with historical significance for exhibition purposes. It mentions a splendid two-handled cup by silversmith Paul Coney, which was presented to the College by Colonial Governor William Stoughton. The text also notes that the University already has a collection of silver, including a two-handled cup by John Coney, and a loan collection from Nicholas Sever, a tutor with connections to several early presidents and graduates.

The document requests cooperation or donations of such material for exhibition, either for a definite or indefinite period, and acknowledges Edward W. Forbes, Director of the Fogg Art Museum, as the contact for any such contributions.

Additionally, there is a brief note about a master salt for Lowell House, presented to President Olin Roberts in 1891. This salt was designed by William C. Chase of Boston and made by Frederick Parris, featuring an inscription from the Book of Joel, II, 28: "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions."

The page is partially torn at the top left corner, and there are some notes written in the margins, including "Over."

The image shows a page from a document, specifically a letter or memo from Edward W. Forbes dated April 1 (the date is partially visible at the top right corner of the page). The document appears to be discussing the acquisition of silver items for Harvard's alumni association, Harvard Alumni.

Here are the key points from the text:

1. Historical Silver Items:

   • The letter mentions pieces of silver crafted by John Burt and William Stoughton, along with a two-handed cup by Coney, a silversmith.
   • It highlights the historical significance and craftsmanship of these items, which were either owned by early presidents, officers, or graduates.

2. University Interest:

   • The university is interested in acquiring more silver pieces connected to its alumni, especially those that showcase the craftsmanship of notable silversmiths from the past.

3. Specific Items:

   • The letter mentions a loan of a collection of silver belonging to Nicholas Sever, which includes a pair of braziers, a teapot, tankards, teaspoons, and trencher salts, all made by John Burt.
   • There is also a mention of a beautiful two-handed cup by John Coney, which belonged to Henry Flynt.

4. Cooperation Request:

   • The letter requests cooperation in loaning such material for exhibitions, either for a defined or indefinite period, which will be greatly appreciated.

5. A Master Salt for Lowell House:

   • The second part of the document discusses a "master salt" for Lowell House, gifted by President Lowell to William C. Chase. This salt was designed by Frederick Parris, a Boston silversmith, and bears an inscription from the Book of Joel, II, 28: "Your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions."

The document seems to be a communication between the Harvard Alumni and the Director of the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting the importance of preserving and showcasing historical silver artifacts.

This image shows a yellowed old document. It appears to be a piece of text from a publication, specifically an excerpt from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The visible text includes references to various items of historical silverware connected to Harvard University. The document is held flat by clips or pins at the top left corner and is laid on a white surface. On the right side of the document, there is a handwritten note that says "Apr-1" at the top and "Over" at the bottom right corner, possibly indicating instructions or a date.

This image shows a scanned or photographed document with text, evidently a page from some printed material, perhaps a magazine or an archival document. The header of the page reads “HARVARD ALUMNI,” indicating it may be related to Harvard University's alumni publications.

The text references several historical figures and artifacts connected to Harvard University. It mentions notable individuals such as William Stoughton, John Leverett, and Joshua Gee, along with specific pieces like a Silver Punch Bowl presented to the college by General John Hull.

At the bottom of the page, there's a section titled "A MASTER SALT FOR LOWELL HOUSE," which discusses the presentation of a silver item to Harvard's Lowell House by an "Old Robbins in Lowell House." It includes an inscription from the Book of Joel, suggesting that the piece carries symbolic or inspirational value.

The page has been marked with the word "over" at the bottom right corner, indicating that there's content on the other side of the page. The top right corner has a handwritten annotation "Apr - 1," possibly indicating an April 1st reference, the date of an event or publication, or simply a cataloging or filing note.

The document appears to be aged, with some discoloration due to time, indicating that it might be a historical document or kept in archives. The top left corner seems to contain a metal clip or fastener, typically used to organize documents within a file or binder.

The image shows a large cream-colored sheet of paper with a small clipping of an old newspaper or magazine page attached to the top left corner using two metal paper clips. The clipping contains printed text that appears to be from a publication titled "Harvard Alum," with the page number 1002 visible at the top.

The text discusses topics related to silverware collections connected to Harvard University and mentions various individuals associated with these items, including John Burt, William Stoughton, and others. It also references a silver two-handled cup made by John Coney, a teapot and stand by Paul Revere, and a collection of silver items loaned to the Fogg Art Museum.

In the top right corner of the large sheet, "Apr - 1" is handwritten, and in the bottom right corner, the word "over" is faintly written in pencil, indicating that there may be more text on the reverse side. The clipping is aged and yellowed, contrasting slightly with the cleaner look of the larger sheet it is attached to.

The image shows a scanned page from a document, likely an archival or historical record. The page appears to be from a formal communication or report, dated April 1, as indicated by the handwritten notation "Apr-1" in the top right corner. The document is titled "HARVARD ALUMNI" and is numbered 1002 at the top left.

Key Details:

1. Content Overview:

   • The text discusses the donation of a two-handed cup by John Burt and William Stoughton, who are noted as a Colonial Governor and donor of Stoughton Hall.
   • The cup is described as a splendid example of silversmith's work, and it is noted that the University would be interested in adding it to its collection of silver items with historical connections to early presidents, officers, or graduates of the institution.

2. Historical Context:

   • The document mentions other notable silver items in the University's collection, including a two-handed cup belonging to Henry Flynt, a tutor from 1699, and a teapot belonging to Nicholas Sever (1680–1754).
   • It also references a loan collection previously lent by John Burt, which includes items such as braziers, chafing dishes, tankards, tea spoons, salt cellars, porringers, and tea treenery.

3. Request for Cooperation:

   • The document requests cooperation or interest from the recipient in loaning any material for exhibition purposes, either for a definite or indefinite period. It states that such cooperation would be greatly appreciated.

4. Signature:

   • The letter is signed by Edward W. Forbes, identified as the Director of the Fogg Art Museum, dated '95.

5. Additional Note:

   • At the bottom of the page, there is a note titled "A MASTER SALT FOR LOWELL HOUSE", which describes a salt cell given at a high-table dinner in Lowell House on May 11, 1936. The salt was designed by William C. Chase and is associated with Corpus Christi College, Oxford. It features an inscription from the Book of Joel, and the informal ceremony of presentation is mentioned.

Visual Characteristics:

• The page is slightly aged, with visible creases and a faint watermark or impression at the bottom right corner that reads "OVER".
• The text is typed, and the page appears to be part of a bound document or archive, as suggested by the perforated edge on the left side.

Summary:

The image depicts a formal letter or report from the Harvard Alumni dated April 1, discussing the donation of a silver cup and other historical artifacts to the University, along with a request for cooperation in loaning materials for exhibition. The document also includes a note about a salt cell presented at Lowell House in 1936. The page exhibits signs of age and archival handling.