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HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN

BUILDING AT HARVARD

Work is progressing on the Memorial Chapel, on the site of the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard, and the new building will be completed in the early autumn. The exterior is still to a large extent hidden by stagings, braces, woodwork, etc., and mortar boxes and material litter the ground, but most of the outside work has been completed, and the workmen are engaged on the interior; the great barrel vault of the nave is in place, specialists are installing the organ, and cabinet makers are putting in the paneling. The spire of the Chapel was finished some time ago, and the graduates who were in Cambridge at Commencement viewed and admired the slender, tapering structure, painted white, which rises from the roof of the building.

The BULLETIN had intended to reproduce in this issue, the final one of the year, photographs of the exterior of the Chapel, but, as the accumulation of building and waste material almost hides the walls of the structure, it seemed necessary to postpone these pictures.

The walls of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum are going up. The addition is a two-story structure extending east from the northeast corner of the Museum to Plympton St. The wing will house the paintings, other objects of art, and furnishings bequeathed to the Museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City, together with funds for extending and maintaining the building. The interior will be finished with the doors, woodwork, etc., and other woodwork taken from the apartment in which Mrs. Naumburg lived.

When the College opens in the fall, Adams House will be ready to receive its full quota of residents. As this House was laid out, it included Westmorly Court, Randolph Hall, and Russell Hall, all existing buildings. Westmorly and Randolph, although not in the architectural style of the new Harvard Houses, were wholly acceptable, but Russell was far from pleasing, and Mr. Edward S. Harkness, whose generosity made possible the carrying out of the House Plan, made another gift which has been used for tearing down Russell and erecting on the site a new building. This unit of Adams House is bounded on the south by Bow St., on the west by Plympton St., and on the north and east by another new building which faces Bow St., runs north, and then, turning west at a right angle, extends to Plympton St.

The new dormitory which takes the place of Russell Hall is a four-story building, constructed of Harvard brick, with limestone trim, and surmounted by a gilded dome. Iron gates have been installed at the Plympton St. entrance, and a stone screen, enclosing the interior court, has been put in place. This court has been turned into a formal garden, with a flagged walk and plantings of holly, rhododendrons, azaleas, and evergreens.

On Oak Ridge, in the town of Harvard, Mass., the Harvard Astronomical Observatory is constructing a group of buildings, six of which are almost ready for use. They include an office building, with rooms for the clerical staff, a laboratory, dome for the 24-inch reflector and the 16-inch photographic doublet which have been moved from the Observatory in Cambridge, an observatory for the study of meteors, an underground seismological station, sleeping quarters for the night observers, and a recreation house. The last mentioned, a story-and-a-half structure of local field stone, has been named "Agassiz House." A small observatory for the 8-inch visual telescope is under construction, but work on the great dome for the 61-inch reflector will not begin until the late summer. A cottage for the permanent observer at Oak Ridge is included in the plans.

The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated July 8, 1932. The page discusses various construction projects at Harvard University.

1. Memorial Chapel:

   • Work is progressing on the Memorial Chapel, replacing the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard. The new building is expected to be completed by early autumn. The exterior is still partially covered by staging, braces, and other materials, but significant interior work has been completed, including the installation of the organ and cabinet makers' work on the paneling. The chapel’s spire was finished some time ago, and it has a slender tapering structure painted white.

2. Fogg Art Museum:

   • The walls of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum are under construction. This wing is a two-story structure extending from the northeast corner of the museum to Plympton St. It will house the painting, sculpture, and other objects of art, funded by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City. The interior is expected to be finished with doors, painting, and other woodwork taken from the apartment where Mrs. Naumburg lived.

3. Adams House:

   • Adams House is ready to receive its full quota of residents. The building, which includes Westmorley Court, Randolph Hall, and Russell Hall, was laid out with existing buildings, but it was not in the architectural style of the new Harvard Houses. Russell Hall was not to the liking of some individuals, including Mr. Edward S. Harkness.

4. New Dormitory:

   • A new dormitory is replacing Russell Hall. This building is constructed of Harvard brick and has a gabled dome with a limestone trim. It is also equipped with iron gates at the Plympton St. entrance and a stone screen enclosing the interior court.

5. Harvard Astronomical Observatory:

   • On Oak Ridge, the Harvard Astronomical Observatory is constructing a group of buildings, including an office building with rooms for the clerical staff, a laboratory, and domes for the 24-inch and 16-inch photographic doublet reflectors. The observatory also includes an underground seismological station, sleeping quarters for night observers, and a recreation house. A small observatory for the Roe 6½-inch visual telescope is under construction, with the 61-inch reflector work scheduled to begin in the late summer. A cottage for the permanent observer is included in the plans.

The text highlights the extensive and ongoing construction activities at Harvard, aimed at enhancing its facilities and infrastructure.

The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated July 8, 1932. The page details various building projects at Harvard University.

1. Memorial Chapel:

   • Work is progressing on the Memorial Chapel, which is replacing the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard.
   • The exterior is still partially hidden by scaffolding and construction materials.
   • The interior work includes installing the great barrel vault of the nave, the organ, and the cabinet makers' work on the panelling.
   • The spire was finished some time ago and was admired by graduates at the Commencement.
   • The Bulletin intended to include photographs of the chapel, but the accumulation of building materials obscured the walls.

2. Fogg Art Museum:

   • Construction of a new wing is underway.
   • The addition is a two-story structure extending east from the northeast corner of the Museum.
   • The wing will house paintings, other objects of art, and furnishings bequeathed to the Museum by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City.
   • The interior will be finished with woodwork taken from the apartment in which Mrs. Naumburg lived.

3. Adams House:

   • Adams House will be ready to receive its full quota of residents in the fall.
   • It includes Westmorley Court, Randolph Hall, and Russell Hall.
   • The architectural style of the new Harvard Houses was acceptable, though Russell was not as pleasing.

4. Harvard Astronomical Observatory:

   • Located on Oak Ridge, the Observatory is constructing several buildings.
   • Six buildings are almost ready for use, including an office building, a laboratory, rooms for the clerical staff, a laboratory for the 24-inch reflector, and a 16-inch photographic doublet.
   • A story-and-a-half structure for local field work, named "Agassiz House," has been constructed.
   • A small observatory for the 6½-inch visual telescope is under construction.
   • A cottage for the permanent observer will be built on the great dome for the 61-inch reflector, with construction to begin in the late summer.

The image is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated July 8, 1932, detailing construction and building updates at Harvard University. Here's a detailed summary:

1. Memorial Chapel:

   • Work is progressing on the Memorial Chapel, which is being built on the site of the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard.
   • The exterior work is mostly completed, with the remaining tasks involving the installation of woodwork, braces, and other finishing touches.
   • The interior work includes installing the organ, cabinets, and other woodwork. The chapel's spire is also finished.
   • The bulletin notes that photographs of the exterior were not available due to the ongoing construction.

2. Fogg Art Museum:

   • Construction is underway on a new wing of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • This addition is a two-story structure that extends to the northeast corner of the Museum.
   • The wing will house paintings, other art objects, and furnishings bequeathed to Harvard by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City.
   • The interior will be finished with woodwork taken from the apartment where Mrs. Naumburg lived.

3. Adams House:

   • Adams House will be ready to receive its full quota of residents in the fall.
   • The house includes Westmorly Court, Randolph Hall, and Russell Hall, all existing buildings that have been incorporated into the new Harvard Houses.
   • The new dormitory replaces Russell Hall and features a four-story building with a limestone trim and gilded dome.
   • The interior court is enclosed by a stone screen, and the area has been turned into a formal garden with a flagged walk and various plantings.

4. Harvard Astronomical Observatory:

   • The Observatory is constructing a group of buildings on Oak Ridge.
   • These buildings include an office building, a laboratory, a dormitory for observers, a recreation house, and a 24-inch reflector dome.
   • The 16-inch photographic doublet from the Cambridge Observatory is also being moved to this site.
   • The Observatory is also building a small observatory for the 61-inch visual telescope, which will not be completed until the late summer.

The page provides a comprehensive look at the various construction projects and updates at Harvard University during that time.

The image is a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," specifically page 1175, discussing ongoing construction projects at Harvard University.

Building at Harvard

Memorial Chapel

• Progress: Construction work on the Memorial Chapel, located on the site of the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard, is advancing and is expected to be completed in early autumn.
• Current Status: The exterior is mostly hidden by scaffolding, woodwork, and other construction materials. Most outside work is finished, and interior work is now the primary focus.
• Interior Details:
  • The great barrel vault of the nave is in place.
  • Specialists are installing the organ and cabinet makers are working on the paneling.
  • The spire of the Chapel is finished.
• Historical Elements: Some historical stained glass and the gravestones of early Cambridge residents are being preserved and integrated into the building.
• Slender Structure: The slender, tapering structure rising from the roof is a significant feature.

Fogg Art Museum

• Expansion: The Fogg Art Museum is adding a new wing.
• Donation: The addition is made possible by a donation from Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City.
• Purpose: This new wing will house paintings and other art objects bequeathed to the museum by Mrs. Naumburg.
• Completion: The interior will include doors, paneling, and woodwork from Mrs. Naumburg's former apartment.

Adams House

• Opening: Adams House is set to open in the fall, ready to receive its full quota of residents.
• Components: It includes Westmorly Court, Randolph Hall, and Russell Hall.
• Architectural Style: Although not in the same architectural style as the new Harvard Houses, Russell Hall was considered acceptable due to its distance from the Yard and the generosity of its benefactor, Mr. Edward S. Harkness.

Russell Hall

• Erosion Mitigation: Erosion issues have been addressed by planting, and a gift has been used to tear down the old Russell House and erect a new building on the site.
• Design: The new dormitory, designed in a four-story format, features Harvard brick and limestone trim with a hipped roof and a gilded dome.
• Courtyard: The building surrounds a courtyard with a flagged walk, plantings of holly, rhododendrons, azaleas, and evergreens.

Oak Ridge Observatory

• Construction: The Harvard Astronomical Observatory is building a group of structures at Oak Ridge, including a 61-inch reflector telescope dome, offices, a library, and a residence.
• Purpose: This facility will be used for various astronomical studies, including seismological stations, sleeping quarters, and other research purposes. The new observatory will eventually replace the current one in Cambridge.

The image is of a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin dated July 8, 1932. The page is numbered 1175. The main content of the page discusses various building projects and developments at Harvard University.

Key points include:

1. Memorial Chapel Construction:

   • Work is progressing on the Memorial Chapel, located on the site of the former Appleton Chapel in the Yard.
   • The building is expected to be completed in early summer, with most of the exterior work done.
   • Interior work includes plastering, installation of the organ, and cabinet-making.
   • The Chapel's spire was installed in May, and slender, tapering structures were added to the walls.

2. Fogg Museum Expansion:

   • The walls of the new wing of the Fogg Museum are being constructed.
   • The wing will house paintings, art objects, and furnishings donated by Mrs. Arthur Sachs and Mrs. Martin Grenfell.
   • The interior will be finished with doors, paneling, and other work.

3. Adams House Renovation:

   • Adams House will be ready for residents in the fall.
   • The House includes Westmorly Court, Russell Hall, and Randolph Hall.
   • The buildings are described as acceptable from a distance but not architecturally pleasing up close.
   • Mr. Edward S. Harkness contributed funds for the greeting and training of the building.

4. Russell Hall Demolition and Reconstruction:

   • Russell Hall was demolished, and a new building is being erected on the site.
   • The new unit of Adams House is bounded by Bow St., Mt. Auburn St., and Plympton St.
   • The building is a three-story structure with Harvard brick and limestone trim, surrounded by a gated court.
   • The court has been turned into a formal garden.

5. Harvard Astronomical Observatory:

   • Located in the town of Harvard, Massachusetts, the observatory is constructing a group of buildings.
   • The buildings include living quarters, rooms for clerical staff, a library, domes for reflectors, and a photographic doublet.
   • The observatory will also have facilities for meteors, an underground seismological station, sleeping quarters for night observers, and a recreation house.
   • A small observatory for the Roe 6½-inch visual telescope is under construction.

The page provides a detailed update on the architectural and infrastructural developments at Harvard University during that period.

The image you've provided is a scanned page of the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated July 8, 1932. The page includes several articles discussing the progress and updates of various building projects and donations at Harvard University. It mentions the construction of the Memorial Chapel, the progress on the Fogg Art Museum extension, and updates related to the building of the Harvard Houses, among other pieces of news. The document is in typed print, with the date handwritten at the top right corner, and displays the typical aged look of old paper documents.

This image is of a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin" dated July 8, 1932. The page contains an article titled "Building at Harvard," which discusses the ongoing construction projects and renovations at Harvard University.

The article mentions several specific projects:

1. The Memorial Chapel, which is nearing completion with exterior work progressing and interior installations underway.
2. Photographs intended for publication were postponed due to the accumulation of building materials.
3. The Fogg Art Museum extension, including a wing for housing paintings and other objects.
4. New dormitories being built, particularly Russell Hall, constructed of Harvard brick and limestone with a gilded dome.
5. Gardens being developed with new installations including pathways and plantings.
6. Developments at the Harvard Astronomical Observatory in Oak Ridge, including new buildings like an office, laboratory, telescopes, and observation facilities.

The page features text arranged in two columns, with a title at the top indicating the publication name, date, and page number "1175." The text is printed on slightly yellowed paper, typical of older printed materials.

This image shows a newspaper or magazine clipping titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN." The date handwritten at the top right corner appears to be "JY. 8, 1932," along with the number "1175."

The main article is titled "BUILDING AT HARVARD" and provides updates on several construction and building projects at Harvard University. It mentions progress on the Memorial Chapel, including work on its exterior, interior, and the organ installation. The piece also addresses the walls of the new wing of the Fogg Art Museum, funded and supported by Mrs. Aaron Naumburg of New York City, which will house paintings and other art objects.

Another portion discusses Adams House, which will be ready to receive residents in the fall. It describes the architectural style, the demolition of Russell Hall, and the creation of a new building with iron gates and a formal garden enclosing the interior court.

Finally, the article covers developments at the Harvard Astronomical Observatory on Oak Ridge. It details the construction of six buildings including an office, laboratories, observatories, a seismological station, and dormitories for night observers. The article also mentions the naming of "Agassiz House" and a small observatory for the Roe 6½ inch visual telescope under construction, as well as future plans for a large 61-inch reflector dome and a cottage for a permanent observer.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated July 8, 1932, and numbered 117 of 175. The page is titled "BUILDING AT HARVARD" and discusses construction and development projects at Harvard University. The text is typed in a formal, serif font and is organized into several paragraphs.

Key Details from the Image:

1. Content Overview:

   • The page provides updates on various construction projects at Harvard, including:
     • The Memorial Chapel, which is under construction on the site of the former Appleton Chapel. The exterior is nearly complete, and interior work is ongoing, including the installation of an organ and paneling.
     • The new wing of the Fogg Art Museum, extending east from the northeast corner of the existing structure. This wing will house paintings bequeathed by Aaron Naumburg of New York City.
     • The Adams House, which is nearing completion and will be ready to receive its full quota of residents in the fall. The article notes that the design of Adams House, along with Russell Hall, was well-received by Harvard Houses, unlike the design of Russell Hall, which was less favored by Mr. Edward S. Harkness.

2. Architectural and Construction Details:

   • The Memorial Chapel's exterior is described as large, with work hidden by stagings, braces, and woodwork. The interior features a great barrel vault on the nave, and specialists are installing the organ and paneling.
   • The spire of the Chapel was finished some time ago and has been admired by graduates who viewed it in Cambridge at Commencement.
   • The new wing of the Fogg Art Museum will house paintings bequeathed by Aaron Naumburg, and the interior will feature woodwork, doors, paneling, and other finishes.
   • Adams House is described as a four-story building constructed of Harvard brick with limestone trim, featuring a gabled dome. Iron gates have been installed at the Plimpton St. entrance, and a stone screen encloses the interior court, which has been turned into a formal garden with flagstones, azaleas, and evergreens.

3. Additional Projects:

   • The Harvard Astronomical Observatory in Oak Ridge, Massachusetts, is constructing a group of buildings, including an office building, rooms for the clerical staff, a laboratory, domes for the 24-inch reflector and the 16-inch photographic doublet, an underground seismological station, a recreation house, sleeping quarters for the night observer, and a story-and-a-half structure named "Agassiz House."
   • A small telescope is under construction, but work on the great dome will not begin until late summer. A cottage for the permanent observer at Oak Ridge is also included in the plans.

4. Visual and Layout:

   • The page has a clean, typed layout with clear headings and paragraphs.
   • The text is presented in a formal, informational style typical of alumni bulletins or university newsletters.
   • The page number (117) and date (July 8, 1932) are visible in the top right corner, indicating it is part of a larger publication.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin detailing ongoing construction and development projects at Harvard University in 1932. It covers the Memorial Chapel, the Fogg Art Museum's new wing, Adams House, and various facilities at the Harvard Astronomical Observatory, providing updates on architectural designs, construction progress, and future plans. The content is informative and aimed at alumni and stakeholders interested in Harvard's growth and development.