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The image is a document from Harvard College, specifically a record of a meeting held by the President and Fellows of Harvard College on June 13, 1932. The document details the gratitude expressed by the President and Fellows to various individuals and organizations for their generous gifts.

Key points include:

1. Gratitude to Donors:

   • The Rockefeller Foundation for gifts totaling $26,426.38 for industrial research and $13,838.91 for international relations research.
   • Mrs. Samuel C. Davis for a gift of $10,000 for a scholarship in memory of her father.
   • The Harvard Yachting Union for $10,000 for meeting expenses.
   • Professor James R. Jewett for $6,000 towards salary.
   • The Milton Fund for $2,728.10 for studying post-institutional records of former inmates of the Worcester State Hospital.
   • The Chemical Foundation for $1,250 for research at the William Hayes Parker Memorial.
   • The International Education Board for $1,164.29 for a laboratory building for biology and allied sciences.
   • The Lucius N. Littauer Foundation for $1,000 for research in the Department of Government.
   • Mrs. Robert S. Hurlbut for $859.40 for a musical score collection.
   • The University Museum, University of Pennsylvania, for $750 towards the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • Mr. Robert Ridgway for $100 for the Little A. Ridgway Memorial Aid in Engineering.
   • The Association of National Advertisers, Inc., for $100 for research in the Department of Government.
   • Mr. Oliver Garrett for $150 for the general expenses of the Harvard Foundation.
   • Mr. Arthur Roch for $120 to the Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory.

2. Special Acknowledgements:

   • Mr. Donald Scott for $50 for special use at the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • Mr. Edmund P. Cole for $20 each to Mr. Edward Richards for research.
   • Hon. Francis G. Caffey for $10 for incidental expenses of the Semitic Museum.

3. Artwork and Portrait:

   • Gratitude to the classmates and pupils of Professor Frank W. Taussig for presenting his portrait to the University.
   • Gratitude to Mr. William James for the gift of a portrait of Professor Taussig by William James.
   • Gratitude to Mr. William C. Endicott for a carved oak bookcase.
   • Gratitude to the Fellows and undergraduates of Emmanuel College for a carved oak bookcase.

4. Acceptance of Gifts:

   • From the estate of Gordon McKay, $451.70 to the Gordon McKay Endowment Fund.
   • From the estate of Augustus Hemenway, $800 for the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wright, $13,999 to be added to the existing funds.

The document is signed off with the date July 8, 1932.

The image displays a document detailing minutes from meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College held in Boston on May 23, 1932, and June 13, 1932. The main content of the document is a record of their gratitude towards various individuals and organizations for their generous gifts.

In the May 23, 1932 meeting:

• The Rockefeller Foundation was thanked for gifts totaling $26,426.38 for industrial research and $13,818.93 for international relations.
• Samuel C. Davis was thanked for establishing the Edward Whitaker Scholarship for juniors.
• The Harvard-Yenching Institute was recognized for a $10,000 gift towards meeting expenditures.
• James R. Jewett was acknowledged for a $6,000 gift towards a certain salary.
• The Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc., was thanked for a $2,798.10 gift for studying the post-institutional records of former inmates of the Women's Reformatory at Sherborn.
• The International Education Board was thanked for a $1,104.29 gift towards the construction and equipment of laboratory buildings.
• The William Hayes Fogg Art Museum received gratitude for a $1,250 gift.
• Byron S. Hurbut was thanked for binding a collection of musical scores.
• The University Museum, University of Pennsylvania, was acknowledged for a $750 gift towards explorations.
• Robert Ridgway was thanked for a $500 gift for the Lillie A. Ridgway Memorial.
• Olive Simes was recognized for a $150 gift towards the Harvard Forest.
• The Charles A. Brackett Professorship of Oral Pathology, Mrs. Murray Anthony Potter, Donald Scott, Carolyn Verhoeff, Edmond P. Pettit, Henry Richards, and Francis G. Caffey were all thanked for various gifts ranging from $10 to $75 for specific uses.

In the June 13, 1932 meeting:

• The President and Fellows expressed gratitude to the classmates and pupils of Professor Frank W. Taussig for a portrait of him.
• William C. Endicott was thanked for a bust of his father, William C. Endicott.
• Emmanuel College was acknowledged for a carved oak bookcase.
• The document also reported the acceptance of various receipts, including funds from the estates of Gordon McKay, Augustus Hemenway, and Georgiana B. Wright, totaling $1,662.70, $50,000, and $13,000 respectively, which were added to various funds at Harvard.

The image is a document titled "The President and Fellows" from a meeting held at Harvard College. The document lists various gifts and their recipients, along with the amounts given.

Here is a detailed summary:

1. Meeting Date and Participants:

   • The meeting took place on May 23, 1932, with President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, Clark, and Treasurer Shattuck in attendance.

2. Gifts and Recipients:

   • Rockefeller Foundation:
     • $266,426.38 for industrial hazards research.
     • $13,818.93 for international relations research.
   • Samuel C. Davis: $10,000 for establishing the Edward Whitaker Scholarship for juniors in memory of his father.
   • Harvard-Yenching Institute: $10,000 for expenses towards a meeting.
   • James R. Jewett: $6,000 towards a certain salary.
   • Bureau of Social Hygiene: $2,798.10 for post-institutional records of former inmates of the Women's Reformatory at Sherborn, Massachusetts.
   • William Hayes Fogg Art Museum: $1,250 for research.
   • International Education Board: $1,104.29 for construction and equipment of laboratory buildings.
   • Lucien N. Littauer Foundation: $1,000 towards a certain salary.
   • Mrs. Byron S. Hurlbut: $859.40 for binding a collection of musical scores.
   • University Museum, University of Pennsylvania: $750 towards explorations of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • Mr. Robert Ridgeway: $500 for the Lillie A. Ridgeway Memorial Award.
   • Association of National Advertisers: $500 for research in the Department of Government.
   • Miss Olive Simms: $150 for the apparatus of the Harvard Forest.
   • Mr. Arthur R. Kittredge: $100 for the Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory.

3. Additional Gratitude:

   • Dr. Horace L. Howe: $100 towards the Charles A. Brackett Professorship of Oral Pathology.
   • Mrs. Murray Anthony Potter: $75 towards the Susan Anthony Potter Prizes.
   • Mr. Donald Scott: $50 for special uses at the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • Miss Carolyn Verhoeff and Mr. Edmond P. Verhoeff: $20 each for the Peabody Museum.
   • Mr. Henry Richards: $10 for research in epilepsy.
   • Hon. Francis G. Caffey: $10 for incidental expenses of the Semitic Museum.
   • Professor Frank W. Taussig: Gratitude for a portrait painted by William James.
   • William C. Endicott: Gratitude for a bust of his father.
   • Emmanuel College: Gratitude for a carved oak, formerly part of book cases belonging to the College, for use in the Lowell House.

4. Second Meeting:

   • The second meeting was held on June 13, 1932, with similar attendees.
   • It reported on the acceptance of receipts and additional donations:
     • From the estate of Gordon McKay: $162.431.70 added to the Gordon McKay Endowment Fund.
     • From the estate of Augustus Hemenway: $50,000 for the benefit of the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.
     • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wright: $15,000 added to the Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory.

The document is a record of meetings held by the President and Fellows of Harvard College. In the meeting held on May 23, 1932, the committee expressed gratitude for various donations. Notable gifts include those from the Rockefeller Foundation for research, the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Bureau of Social Hygiene, and several individuals for scholarships, equipment, and other purposes. The meeting also acknowledged gifts for specific departments and museums, as well as donations for fellowships and professorships. In the subsequent meeting held on June 13, 1932, the committee reported additional receipts, including a bequest for the Gordon McKay Endowment Fund, a gift for the Peabody Museum, and an addition to the estate of Georgiana B. Wright. The document concludes with the mention of these transactions being recorded in the treasurer's accounts.

The image displays a document from a meeting of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, held in Boston on May 23, 1932. The main content of the document outlines various gifts and grants voted by the President and Fellows to express their gratitude to several individuals and institutions for specific purposes.

Here are the key points detailed in the document:

1. Gifts for Research and Scholarships:

   • Rockefeller Foundation: $426,426.18 for research in industrial hazards and $13,387.93 for promoting research in international relations.
   • Samuel C. Davis: Funds to establish the Edward Whitaker Scholarship for juniors, in memory of his father.
   • Charles A. Brackett Professorship: $100 towards the Charles A. Brackett Professorship of Oral Pathology.
   • Murray Anthony Potter: $5,000 for the Murray Anthony Potter Prizes.

2. Institutional Contributions:

   • Harvard-Yenching Institute: $10,000 for general budget expenditures.
   • Professor James R. Jewett: $6,000 for his salary.
   • Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc.: $2,798.10 for studying post-institutional records of former inmates of the Women’s Reformatory at Sherborn, Massachusetts.
   • William Hayes Fogg Art Museum: $3,250 for research.
   • International Education Board: $11,104.29 for constructing and equipping laboratories for biological research.
   • Lucuis N. Littauer Foundation, Inc.: $1,000 for salary purposes.

3. Museum and Collection Donations:

   • Mrs. Byron S. Hurlbut: $359.40 for binding a collection of musical scores.
   • University Museum, University of Pennsylvania: $759 for Peabody Museum explorations.
   • Robert Ridgway: $450 for the Lillie A. Ridgway Memorial Aid in Egypt.
   • Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology: Various gifts for specific purposes.

4. Special Contributions:

   • Donald Scott: $50 for the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
   • Gardiner M. Lane and Mr. Edmund P. Graves: Funds for Mr. Henry Richards’ research.
   • Francis G. Caffey: $10 for incidental expenses of the Semitic Museum.

5. Honorary and Memorial Donations:

   • Gratitude expressed to the classes and pupils of Professor Frank W. Taussig for presenting a portrait to the University.
   • Gratitude to William James for a gift to express their appreciation to Mr. William C. Endicott.

6. Additional Financial Updates:

   • Acceptance of receipts and reports from the treasurer.
   • Approval of adding funds to the Gordon McKay Endowment Fund, the income from the estate of Augustus Hemenway, and the estate of Georgiana B. Wright.

The document also notes a subsequent meeting held on June 13, 1932, where similar financial matters and expressions of gratitude were discussed and recorded.

The image displays a document from Harvard College, detailing the minutes of a meeting of the President and Fellows held in Boston on May 23, 1932. The document lists various generous gifts made to the college and its associated entities, along with expressions of gratitude from the President and Fellows.

Key points include:

1. Gifts and Donations:

   • Rockefeller Foundation: $26,426.38 for research in industrial hazards and $13,818.93 for international relations.
   • Mrs. Samuel C. Davis: $10,000 for the Edward Whitaker Scholarship.
   • Harvard-Yenching Institute: $10,000 for travel expenses.
   • Dr. James R. Jewett: $6,000 towards a certain salary.
   • Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc.: $2,798.10 for the study of post-institutional records.
   • Women's Reformatory at Sherborn: $1,250 for research.
   • William Hayes Fog Art Museum: $1,000 for a collection of musical scores.
   • Various smaller donations for research and specific projects, including gifts from Dr. Horace L. Howe, Mrs. Murray Anthony Potter, Mr. Donald Scott, Miss Carolyn Verhoeff, Mr. Edmond P. Parker, Mr. Henry Richards, Hon. Francis G. Caffey, and Mr. William C. Endicott.

2. Gratitude Expressions:

   • The President and Fellows expressed gratitude to Professor Frank W. Taussig for a portrait and to Mr. William C. Endicott for a bust of his father.
   • Gratitude was also expressed for a donation of some carved oak from Emmanuel College.

3. Additional Meeting Details:

   • Another meeting held on June 13, 1932, reported receipts from estates and endowments, including:
     • $162.45 from the estate of Gordon McKay.
     • $50 from the estate of Augustus Hemenway.
     • $15,000 from the estate of Georgiana B. Wright.

The document concludes with a note that these receipts were gratefully accepted.

The image shows a page from a document titled "The President and Fellows." This seems to be a typed report or minutes from a series of meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, detailing various gifts and financial contributions made to the College and the acknowledgments of these gifts. The date mentioned at the beginning of the document is May 23, 1932.

The page lists multiple items of gratitude towards individuals and organizations for their donations for things such as research in industrial arts, the establishment of scholarships, contributions to the museum, and other academic and scientific endeavors. Specific names of benefactors and the nature of their contributions are detailed.

At the top of the page, the dates "JL 20 ‘32" and "JL 8 '1932" are handwritten, which presumably indicates that this document was logged or indexed on July 20, 1932, and/or refers to an event or update on July 8, 1932.

The content of the document reflects the historical practices of universities in terms of funding and donor recognition. Please note that some text can be difficult to read due to the image's resolution and the nature of the typewritten font.

The image shows a historical document titled "The President and Fellows," dated May 23, 1932, in Boston. At this meeting of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, led by President Lowell, various members, including Curtis, Lee, and Treasurer Shattuck, expressed gratitude for generous gifts and donations contributed by numerous individuals and organizations toward Harvard University.

Specific donations highlighted include:

• The Rockefeller Foundation's contribution of $26,426.63 for industrial hazard research and an additional $13,893.31 for international relations research.
• Mrs. Samuel C. Davis's gift of $1,500 to honor her father through Edward Wharton Scholarship.
• Contributions from the Harvard-Yenching Institute, Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc., and other institutions for various research, educational, and developmental purposes.

Numerous other benefactors outlined provide research funds, equipment for laboratories, endowment for professorships, and historical items. The document also mentions specific amounts, intended uses, and the benefactors' names and their contributions. Additionally, another meeting on June 13, 1932, with other notable donations was reported.

The image shows a page from a formal document, likely a meeting minutes or official record from Harvard College. The document is titled "The President and Fellows" and appears to be a record of a meeting held on May 23, 1923, in Boston. The text is typed in a formal, structured format and is divided into two main sections, each detailing expressions of gratitude and acknowledgments of various gifts and donations.

Key Elements of the Image:

1. Header:

• The title "The President and Fellows" is prominently displayed at the top, indicating the official nature of the document and its association with Harvard College's governing body.

2. Meeting Details:

• The document begins with a statement:

  "At a meeting of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, held in Boston, May 23, 1923, present, President Lowell, Messrs. Curtis and Lee, and Treasurer Shattuck, it was voted that the President and Fellows desire to express their gratitude to the following persons for their generous gifts:"

• This sets the context for the document, which is a formal acknowledgment of contributions made to the college.

3. List of Gifts and Acknowledgments:

The document lists numerous individuals, organizations, and entities that have made contributions to Harvard College, along with the amounts and purposes of their gifts. The list is organized in a clear, chronological or thematic manner. Some notable entries include:

• Rockefeller Foundation:

  • Gifts totaling $264,243.38 for research in industrial chemistry and related sciences, and $13,893.34 for the promotion of research in international relations.

• Harvard-Yenching Institute:

  • A gift of $10,000 toward expenditures on budget items payable through Harvard University.

• Professor James R. Jewett:

  • A gift of $6,000 toward a certain salary.

• Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc.:

  • A gift of $2,798.10 for the study of institutional records of former inmates of the Women's Reformatory at Sherborn, Massachusetts.

• Chemical Foundation, Inc.:

  • A gift of $1,250 for research at the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.

• International Education Board:

  • A gift of $1,104.29 toward the construction and equipment of laboratory buildings for biology and allied sciences.

• Lucius N. Littauer Foundation, Inc.:

  • A gift of $1,000 toward a certain salary.

• To the Outdoor Advertising Association of America, Inc.:

  • Gifts of $500 each for research in the Department of Government.

• Miss Olive Simms:

  • A gift of $130 for the general purposes of the Harvard Forest.

• Mr. Arthur Rotch:

  • A gift of $120 to the Blue Hill Meteorological Observatory.

• Pennsylvania Museum:

  • A gift of $750 toward the explorations on behalf of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.

• Mr. Robert Ridgway:

  • A gift of $500 to the Little A. Ridgway Memorial Aid in Engineering.

• Byron S. Hulbert:

  • A gift of $839.40 for binding a collection of musical scores.

• University Museum:

  • A gift of $750 toward the explorations on behalf of the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.

• Hon. Francis G. Caffey:

  • A gift of $10 for incidental expenses of the Semitic Museum.

4. Additional Acknowledgments:

The document also includes acknowledgments for other contributions, such as:

• Dr. Charles A. Brackett:

  • A gift of $100 towards the Horace L. Howe Professorship of Oral Pathology.

• Mrs. Murray Anthony Potter:

  • A gift of $75 towards the Susan Anthony Potter Prize.

• Mr. Donald Scott:

  • A gift of $50 for special uses at the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.

• Miss Carolyn Verhoeff and Mr. Edmond P. Cobb:

  • Gifts of $20 each, and to Mr. Henry Richards, a gift of $10, for research in epilepsy.

• Professor Frank W. Taussig:

  • A gift of a portrait painted by William James.

• Mr. William C. Endicott:

  • A gift of a bust of his father, William C. Endicott.

• Emmanuel College:

  • An undergraduate gift of some carved oak, formerly part of book cases belonging to the College, for use in Lowell House.

5. Second Section:

The second part of the document details a meeting held on June 13, 1923, where the President and Fellows expressed gratitude to the class, students, and pupils of Professor Frank W. Taussig for presenting a portrait painted by William James. It also acknowledges a gift from Mr. William C. Endicott of a bust of his father, William C. Endicott.

6. Financial Contributions:

The document concludes with a report of financial receipts and reports from the estate of Gordon McKay, Augustus Hemenway, and Georgia B. Wright, detailing amounts added to various funds, such as the Gordon McKay Endowment Fund and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology.

7. Handwritten Notes:

In the top right corner, there are handwritten notes that appear to be annotations or references:

• "HCTB"
• "J4.8.1932"

These notes suggest that the document may have been part of an archive or collection, possibly cataloged or reviewed in 1932.

Overall Impression:

The document is a formal record of gratitude and acknowledgment of contributions to Harvard College, reflecting the institution's appreciation for financial, intellectual, and artistic support. The structured format, detailed listings, and formal language underscore the importance of these contributions to the college's operations, research, and development. The inclusion of both monetary gifts and non-monetary contributions (e.g., portraits, busts, laboratory equipment) highlights the diverse ways in which the college received support.

The image is a document titled "The President and Fellows." It contains a list of gifts received by the President and Fellows of Harvard College and expresses gratitude to the donors. The document is dated July 8, 1932, and was likely part of a meeting held on May 23, 1932, in Boston. The gifts include donations to various departments and institutions within Harvard, such as the Rockefeller Foundation, the Harvard-Yenching Institute, the Bureau of Social Hygiene, Inc., and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology. The document also mentions the acceptance of gifts from the estates of Gordon McKay, Augustus Hemenway, and Georgianna B. Wright.