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HARVARD OFFERS SEMINAR ON FAR EASTERN STUDIES

Harvard University will hold a summer seminar on Far Eastern studies July 6-August 17, 1932. Arthur W. Hummel, chief of the division of Chinese and Japanese Literature at the Library of Congress will direct the seminar. The history sessions; Lucius C. Porter, professor of philosophy in Yenching University will direct the philosophy sessions; and Langdon Warner, fellow of the Fogg Art Museum for research in Asia, the sessions on Oriental art.

General directed round-table discussions will be held daily except Saturday. The leadership of the Far Eastern studies will be in the hands of three specialists, and there will be smaller groups for the consideration of specific problems. Factual information, bibliography, tools of research and instruction, criteria for differentiating fact and opinion, status of present-day research in fundamental problems, organization of Far Eastern studies and the possibilities of information concerning the program of the sessions. Arrangements will be made for special instruction in the Chinese and Japanese languages. Special exhibitions in nearby museums are planned; also lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects. The fee for the seminar is $45, including registration in the Harvard Summer School. Living expenses for the summer are estimated at $75 to $100. Toward the cost of the seminar the Committee of Direction is able to grant $125 each to about twenty selected persons. Applications and inquiries should be addressed to Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, 907 Fifteenth Street, Washington, D.C.

The summer school will be held under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies. The Committee of Direction consists of George H. Carter, director of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, chairman; Fletcher S. Draper, Harvard University; Kenneth Scott Latourette, Yale University; and Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, Washington, secretary.

THE MUSEUM NEWS MARCH, 1, 1932

The image is a page from a document dated March 1, 1932, titled "THE MUSEUM NEWS." The main focus is an announcement regarding a summer seminar on Far Eastern Studies to be held at Harvard University from July 6 to August 17, 1932.

Here are the key details:

1. Seminar Overview:

   • Dates: July 6 to August 17, 1932.
   • Organizers: Harvard University.

2. Directors and Their Responsibilities:

   • Arthur W. Hummel: Chief of the division of Chinese and Japanese Literature at the Library of Congress; directs the history sessions.
   • Lucius C. Porter: Director of Yenching University; directs the philosophy sessions.
   • Langdon Warner: Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum; directs research in Asia and sessions on Oriental art.

3. Daily Activities:

   • Daily round-table discussions with the leadership of Far Eastern Studies.
   • Smaller groups for specific problem discussions, including:
     • Factual information and bibliographical tools.
     • Criteria for differentiating fact and opinion.
     • Status of pre-existing research in fundamental fields.
     • Utilization of Far Eastern studies and repositories of information concerning the sessions.

4. Special Arrangements:

   • Special instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages.
   • Exhibitions and lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects.
   • Museums will host nearby special exhibitions.

5. Fees and Living Expenses:

   • Seminar fee: $45, including registration in the Harvard Union.
   • Living expenses: Approximately $75 to $100 per week.

6. Funding and Application:

   • A Committee of Direction is able to grant $125 to about twenty selected persons.
   • Applications and inquiries should be directed to Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, 907 Fifteenth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C.

7. Supporting Organizations:

   • The seminar is organized under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies.

8. Committee of Direction Members:

   • George H. Chase, Chairman, Yale University.
   • Fletcher S. Bates, Harvard University.
   • Kenneth S. Latourette, Yale University.
   • Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, Washington, D.C.

The document emphasizes the comprehensive nature of the seminar, offering a wide range of subjects and practical experiences in Far Eastern studies.

The image is a newspaper clipping from "The Museum News" dated March 1, 1932. The article announces a seminar on Far Eastern Studies to be held at Harvard University from July 6 to August 17, 1932.

Key details include:

1. Seminar Duration and Location: The seminar runs from July 6 to August 17, 1932, at Harvard University.

2. Directors and Topics:

   • Arthur W. Hummel, chief of the Division of Oriental Literature at the Library of Congress, will direct the history sessions.
   • Lucius C. Porter, professor at Yenching University, will direct the philosophy sessions.
   • Langdon Warner, a fellow at the Fogg Art Museum, will direct the sessions on Oriental art.

3. Daily Schedule:

   • General directed round-table discussions will occur daily except Saturday.
   • The discussions will be led by experts in Far Eastern studies, focusing on specific problems and research methodologies.
   • Smaller groups will be formed for in-depth consideration of factual information, bibliographies, tools of research, and criteria for differentiating fact from opinion.

4. Special Arrangements:

   • There will be special instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages.
   • Museums will host special exhibitions, and lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects are planned.

5. Fees and Grants:

   • The seminar fee is $45, including registration at Harvard.
   • Living expenses for the six-week period are estimated at $75 to $100.
   • The Committee of Direction is able to grant $125 to about twenty selected persons.

6. Committee and Sponsors:

   • The seminar is held under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute.
   • Sponsored by the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies.
   • The Committee of Direction includes George H. Chase (chairman), Fletcher D. Watson, Robert H. van Gulick, Kenneth S. Latourette, and Mortimer Graves (secretary).

7. Applications:

   • Applications and inquiries should be addressed to Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, 1507 Fifteenth Street NW, Washington, D.C.

The image is a document titled "HARVARD OFFERS SEMINAR ON FAR EASTERN STUDIES," dated March 1, 1932, from "THE MUSEUM NEWS."

The document announces a summer seminar on Far Eastern studies to be held at Harvard University from July 6 to August 17, 1932. The seminar is organized by Arthur W. Hummel, chief of the division of Chinese and Japanese literature at the Library of Congress, and will cover various aspects of Far Eastern studies.

Key points include:

• Arthur W. Hummel will direct the history sessions.
• Lucius C. Porter will direct the sessions on philosophy in Yenching University.
• Langdon Warner, a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum, will oversee sessions on Oriental art.
• The seminar will feature round-table discussions and smaller group sessions on specific problems.
• There will be special arrangements for instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages.
• Museums are planning exhibitions, and there will be lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects.
• The fee for the seminar is $45, including registration in the Harvard Union. Living expenses are estimated at $75 to $100 for the six weeks.
• A Committee of Direction, with George H. Chase as chairman and Kenneth S. Latourette as secretary, will grant $125 each to about twenty selected persons.
• Applications and inquiries should be addressed to Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, 907 Fifteenth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C.

The seminar is held under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies.

The image is a news article from "The Museum News," dated March 1, 1932. It announces a summer seminar on Far Eastern studies to be held at Harvard University from July 6 to August 17, 1932.

Key points from the article include:

1. Leadership and Topics:

   • Arthur W. Hummel, Chief of the Division of Chinese Literature at the Library of Congress, will direct the seminar.
   • Sessions will cover several fields:
     • Lucius C. Porter, a professor of philosophy at Yenching University, will lead sessions on philosophy.
     • Langdon Warner from the Fogg Art Museum will handle sessions on research in Asian art.
     • Sessions on Oriental art will be led by another individual (name not specified).

2. Structure of the Seminar:

   • The seminar will feature daily round-table discussions led by the three specialists.
   • On Saturdays, the seminar will split into smaller groups to focus on specific issues within Far Eastern studies.
   • These smaller groups will address various problems, including factual information, bibliography, research tools, and criteria for differentiating fact from opinion.

3. Additional Activities:

   • Special arrangements will be made for instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages.
   • Nearby museums will host exhibitions and lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects.

4. Fees and Funding:

   • The registration fee for the seminar is $4.
   • Estimated additional expenses for the six-week seminar amount to $100.
   • The Committee of Direction has secured $125 grants for approximately 20 selected individuals to help cover these expenses.

5. Application Information:

   • Applications and inquiries should be sent to Mortimer Graves at the American Council of Learned Societies, located at 907 Fifteenth Street, N.W., Washington, D.C.

6. Sponsors and Organizers:

   • The seminar is organized under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute and the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies.
   • Additional support comes from the American Council of Learned Societies and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies.

The article aims to inform interested parties about the seminar's structure, leadership, funding opportunities, and how to apply.

The image is a document from "The Museum News" dated March 1, 1932. The article announces that Harvard University will hold a summer seminar on Far Eastern studies from July 6 to August 13. The seminar will be directed by Serge Elisseeff, and the sessions will be led by Lucian C. Porter, Langdon Warner, and other experts.

The seminar will cover various topics related to Far Eastern studies, including Chinese and Japanese literature, history, and language. There will be sessions for smaller groups focusing on specific subjects like bibliography, research tools, and translation. The seminar will also feature lectures by authorities in the field.

The fee for the seminar is $45, including registration and living expenses for the six weeks, estimated at $75 to $125. There is a provision for a grant of $125 for each selected person to cover these expenses. Applications should be addressed to the American Council of Learned Societies in Washington, D.C.

The seminar is organized by the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Committee on Far Eastern Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies. The committee members include H. Chase, Fletcher S. Brockman, and Kenneth Scott Latourette.

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The body of the text informs us that Harvard University will hold a summer seminar from July 6-August 17, 1932, with a focus on the art of the Far Eastern studies. The seminar will cover Japanese literature, the history of Chinese art, and the history as well as philosophy of Chinese and Japanese written stones. The text describes that the seminar will include public sessions held at the Fogg Art Museum and will address the development and direction of Oriental art studies, including lectures, bibliographic tools for research, and interpretation criteria of different artifacts.

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This image is of a page from a publication titled "THE MUSEUM NEWS," dated March 1, 1932. The page contains an article with the headline "Harvard Offers Seminar on Far Eastern Studies." The article describes a summer seminar at Harvard University scheduled for July 6 - August 17, 1932, focusing on Far Eastern studies. The seminar will be directed by Arthur W. Hummel, Chief of the Chinese and Japanese Literature Division at the Library of Congress, and assisted by Lucas C. Porter, professor of philosophy in Yenching University; Langdon Warner, fellow of the Fogg Art Museum; and other noted experts. The seminar includes lectures and supervised research sessions, with special instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages. The fee for the seminar is $45, and living expenses for the six weeks are estimated at least $75 for room. The article mentions the involvement of several academic and cultural institutions in sponsoring and supporting the seminar.

The image is a page from an issue of The Museum News, dated March 1, 1932. The content of the page is an announcement of a summer seminar on Far Eastern Studies to be held at Harvard University. The seminar is scheduled to take place from July 6 to July 17, 1932, and is directed by Arthur W. Hummel, chief of the division of Chinese and Japanese literature at the Library of Congress. The announcement highlights that the seminar will cover the history and philosophy of Far Eastern art and is open to twenty selected participants, with applications to be submitted to Mortimer Graves at the American Council of Learned Societies in Washington, D.C. The seminar will be held under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute and is supported by the Committee on the Promotion of Japanese Studies and the Society for the Promotion of Learned Societies. The fee for the seminar, including registration in the Harvard summer session, is $45, with living expenses estimated at $75 to $100. The announcement also mentions that the Committee of Direction is able to grant $125 each to about twenty selected persons.

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The seminar is scheduled to take place from July 6 to July 17, 1932. It is being organized by Harvard University, with Arthur W. Hummel, the chief of the division of Chinese and Japanese at the Library of Congress, serving as the director and leading the history sessions. Lucius C. Porter, a professor of philosophy at Yenching University, will direct the philosophy sessions, and Langdon Warner, a fellow of the Fogg Art Museum and an expert on Oriental art, will oversee the art sessions.

The seminar will include daily discussions under the guidance of these specialists in Far Eastern studies, with additional smaller group sessions for the consideration of specific problems. Topics will cover factual information, bibliography, research tools, criteria for differentiating fact from opinion, the status of present-day research in fundamental problems, organization of Far Eastern studies, and repositories of information concerning them.

Special arrangements will be made for instruction in Chinese and Japanese languages, and there will be special exhibitions in nearby museums. Lectures by authorities on Far Eastern subjects are also planned. The fee for the seminar, including registration in the Harvard summer session, is $45, with living expenses estimated at $75 to $100 per week. The Committee of Direction is able to grant $125 each to about twenty selected persons. Applications and inquiries should be addressed to Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, located at 907 Fifteenth St., Washington, D.C.

The seminar is held under the auspices of the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Committee on the Promotion of Chinese Studies of the American Council of Learned Societies, and the Society for the Promotion of Japanese Studies. The Committee of Direction consists of George H. Chase, Harvard-Yenching Institute chairman; Fletcher S. Brockman, New York City; Kenneth S. Latourette, Yale University; and Mortimer Graves, American Council of Learned Societies, Washington, secretary.

The document is from "THE MUSEUM NEWS," indicating it may be part of a publication related to museum activities or news. The overall layout is straightforward, with no images or additional graphical elements, focusing solely on the textual content.