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The image is a scanned page from a Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The page contains two main articles:

1. Harvard Naval Unit:

   • Captain B. B. Wygant, U.S.N., who was the Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard, is mentioned to have been ordered to the Puget Sound Navy Yard, Bremerton, Washington. The article states that Captain Wygant will assume command of the battleship USS Colorado, which is currently under general overhaul. It also mentions that Captain Adolphus Watson, U.S.N., will take over as the Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard.

2. For Academic Freedom:

   • A group of Harvard professors sent a letter to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation of the League of Nations, protesting against a new oath imposed on all university professors in Italy by the Fascist government. The oath requires professors to swear allegiance to the Fascist regime without reservation or discussion.
   • The professors argue that this oath is incompatible with academic freedom and intellectual cooperation. They express concern that this oath would prevent professors from discussing and revising their views, which is essential for scholarly inquiry.
   • The letter emphasizes that academic freedom and intellectual cooperation are crucial for the advancement of knowledge and requests the Institute to consider ways and means to help Italian university professors defend their intellectual liberty.
   • The communication is signed by several Harvard professors, including Dean Roscoe Pound, Professor Calvin Coolidge, and others from various departments. The list includes names such as William A. Scott, Oliver D. Kellogg, Lionel S. Marks, and many others.

The page is numbered 456 in the bottom left corner.

The image displays a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. It contains several sections with distinct topics:

1. Art and Attribution (Main Article):

   • The primary article discusses the attribution of a specific piece of art, likely a painting of the Virgin Mary. The author argues that the style of the drapery and the positioning of the figures suggest it is not a work by Verrocchio but rather an excellent example of the methods used in studies and models during the Renaissance. The author also notes the painting's resemblance to works seen in drawings by masters of the Renaissance.

2. Harvard Naval Unit:

   • Captain B. R. Wygant, U.S.N., who has been a Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard for three years, is being reassigned. He is ordered to the Puget Sound Navy Yard, Bremerton, Washington, to take command of the battleship U.S.S. Colorado. His successor at Harvard will be Captain Adolphus Watson, U.S.N., currently the head of one division of the battleship fleet. Captain Wygant will retain his role as the Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard until the arrival of Captain Watson.

3. For Academic Freedom:

   • A group of Harvard professors has sent a communication to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation, protesting the imposition of the Fascist regime's oath on Italian university professors. This oath demands complete adherence to a particular political ideology. The letter argues that this oath undermines intellectual freedom and the pursuit of knowledge. The professors who signed the letter include distinguished names from various departments at Harvard, such as Dunbar, Redslob, Warren, Savery, Chase, Landis, Scott, and others. They advocate for the right to intellectual freedom and cooperation among scholars globally.

The image shows an open page from a publication titled "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN." The page is numbered 456 and contains two main articles.

The first article, located on the left side of the page, is titled "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT." It reports that Captain B. B. Wygant, U.S. N., who has been the Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard, has been ordered to the Puget Sound Navy Yard in Bremerton, Washington. He will command the battleship "Colorado," and his successor at Harvard will be Captain Adolphus Watson, U.S. N. The article also mentions that Commander R. C. Williams, U.S. N., will be the Acting Professor of Naval Science and Tactics during the interregnum.

The second article, located on the right side of the page, is titled "FOR ACADEMIC FREEDOM." It discusses a letter sent by a group of Harvard professors to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation of the League of Nations. The letter protests against a resolution that requires university professors to take an oath of allegiance to the Fascist regime in Italy. The professors argue that such an oath is incompatible with the ideals of scholars and that intellectual cooperation should be based on the free and disinterested search for truth. The article lists the names of the professors who signed the letter, including Dean Roscoe Pound and Professors William E. B. Du Bois, and others from various departments at Harvard.

The text is printed on buff-colored paper, and the layout is in a traditional column format, with serif fonts typical of mid-20th century publications. The right side of the page shows signs of some light staining or yellowing.

The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin. The page is divided into two main sections:

1. Left Side (Top):

   • The text discusses the sculpture of the Virgin by Verrocchio, focusing on the model and its attributes. It argues that the model's placement of the Virgin's head and the hollowed-out back of the statue are significant and not merely aesthetic choices. The text suggests that these features were likely intentional and might relate to Vasari's account of the sculpture's creation and the sculptor's method.

2. Left Side (Bottom):

   • The section titled "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT" announces that Captain B. B. Wygant, U.S.N., has been appointed as the new Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard. It mentions that the Naval Science and Tactics Department will relocate from the Puget Sound Navy Yard, Washington, to Harvard.

3. Right Side:

   • The text is a letter titled "FOR ACADEMIC FREEDOM" from a group of Harvard professors. They protest a directive from the League of Nations against intellectual cooperation, which they feel imposes censorship. The professors express concern about the potential for intellectual coercion and request the Institute of International Cooperation to consider the implications of this directive. They sign their request, including names and affiliations, such as Dean Robert M. Maclaurin, Professors Calvin R. Gentry, and others.

The page appears to be a mix of academic commentary and institutional updates from Harvard.

The image contains two pages from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin.

The left page is titled "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT" and discusses the transfer of command of the battleship "Colorado" to Captain Adolphus Watson, U.S.N., who is now the chief of staff of one of the divisions of the battleship. It also mentions that Captain B. B. Wygant, U.S.N., has been Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard for the last three years and is now ordered to the Puget Sound Navy Yard, where he will assume command of the battleship "Colorado." The section concludes with a list of professors and their departments at Harvard University.

The right page is titled "FOR ACADEMIC FREEDOM." It details a protest by a group of Harvard professors against the League of Nations' protest against the Italian government's attack on intellectual cooperation. The professors, who are members of the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation, argue that the oath of adherence to the tenets of the Facist regime imposed on Italian university professors is an intellectual coercion that is incompatible with the ideals of scholars. They request the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation to consider ways and means to help the Italian university professors defend their intellectual liberty. The communication is signed by Dean Roscoe Martin and various professors from different departments of the university.

The image shows a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page is numbered 456 and contains two main sections of text.

Left Column:

The left column discusses a historical artifact, specifically a statue of the Madonna and Child. It describes the statue's structure, noting that it is made of clay and has a hole in the back of the upright part. This hole supports a tube of iron, which was originally outward and allowed the figure to be attached to the wall. The text mentions that the statue was likely a conventional style used by Verrocchio, an Italian sculptor, and his contemporaries. It also mentions that similar examples can be seen in drawings by masters of the Renaissance.

Right Column:

The right column contains a section titled "FOR ACADEMIC FREEDOM." It reports that a group of Harvard professors sent a protest to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation against the royal decree of the Italian Government, issued in August, which imposed an oath of allegiance on university professors. The decree required professors to swear allegiance to the Fascist regime, which the professors saw as an infringement on intellectual freedom. The communication is signed by numerous professors from Harvard University and other institutions, expressing their concern and requesting the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation to defend academic freedom.

Bottom Section:

At the bottom of the left column, there is a brief note about the "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT." It mentions that Captain B. R. Wyatt, U.S.N., who was a Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard, has been ordered to the Puget Sound Navy Yard. Commander R. C. Williams, U.S.N., will take over his duties at Harvard.

The page is aged, with visible signs of wear and tear, particularly along the edges.

The image shows an open book or journal on a flat surface. It’s a two-page spread, with the left page containing text and the right page blank except for its yellowed, aged edge. The page with text includes a header that reads “HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN” and it's numbered at the top as page 456.

The content of the visible page is typeset in a formal, academic style, with multiple paragraphs. The first column of text on the left concludes with a sentence related to visual arts, mentioning sculptural features and a reference to "Verrocchio." The second column continues discussing topics related to historical and academic matters, including references to freedom of expression in academia, the importance of intellectual debate, and related global concerns.

At the lower part of the left column, there is a section with the header "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT," reporting on the appointment of a Captain B. E. Wyatt, U.S.N., who has been ordered to the Harvard Naval Unit. The text continues with details about naval personnel and activities.

The text layout is formal and methodical, suggestive of a publication that caters to an educated and professional readership. The open right page appears to be a blank, possibly signaling the end of a section or chapter within the bulletin. The pages show signs of wear and aging, indicating that the document is quite old.

The image shows an open page from a publication titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page number is 456. The content on the page includes two main sections of text. The first section discusses an art exhibit, debating the authenticity and significance of a piece of artwork, mentioning detailed features and historical context.

The second section, titled "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT," reports on Captain B.H. Wyatt, U.S. Navy, who has been appointed as Professor of Naval Science and Tactics at Harvard. It mentions Captain Wyatt's three years of service and experience, including his time in the Navy Yard and aboard various battleships, as well as his new position at Harvard.

The rest of the document appears to be blank or empty, with visible aging and discoloration around the edges, indicative of older paper. The text is in a traditional serif font typical of historical documents and academic publications.

The image features an old, slightly worn page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page is numbered 456 and contains two main sections of text. The left section discusses the "Harvard Naval Unit," mentioning Captain B. B. Wygant, U.S.N., and other naval officers and their assignments related to Harvard. The right section titled "For Academic Freedom" talks about a protest sent by a group of Harvard professors to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation of the League of Nations, condemning a royal decree from the Italian government that imposes an oath on university professors. The communication requests support for Italian university professors' intellectual freedom and is signed by several Harvard faculty members, including the Dean and professors from various departments. The text is printed in a classic serif font, typical of older publications, and the page is laid on top of a blank, similarly aged piece of paper. The edges of both papers show signs of aging and yellowing.

The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 436. The page contains two distinct sections of text.

Top Section: "FOR ACADEMIC FREEDOM"

This section discusses a communication from a group of Harvard professors to the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation. The professors express their opposition to a decree issued by the Italian Government, which requires all university professors in Italy to take an oath of allegiance to the League of Nations, a stance against the royal decree of the Italian Government. The decree demands that professors support the royal decree of August 1, which compels all university professors to take an oath of complete adherence, without reservation or discussion, to a particular system of political ideas—namely, the tenets of the Fascist regime.

The professors argue that such a requirement is incompatible with the ideals of intellectual freedom and cooperation among scholars. They assert that the Institute of Intellectual Cooperation should not support such measures, as they believe that no other way can better promote intellectual cooperation than by extending mutual assistance to each other to secure all knowledge. The letter concludes with a request for the Institute to consider ways in which the Italian university professors may best be helped to defend their intellectual liberty.

The communication is signed by numerous professors from various departments at Harvard University, including:

• Demosthenes Pound
• Calvert Magrath
• Warren A. Seaver
• Francis B. Sayre
• Zechariah Chafee, Jr.
• Felix Frankfurter
• Eldon R. James
• James M. Landis
• James A. McLaughlin
• Austin Scott
• John M. Maguire
• Sam B. Warner
• Oliver D. Kellogg
• Lionel S. Marks Irving W. Bailey
• Percy W. Bridgeman
• Louis C. Graton
• Arthur B. Lamb
• George H. Parker
• Arthur H. Hughes
• Walter E. Clark
• Donald R. McLaughlin
• William S. Ferguson
• Sidney B. Fay
• Arthur M. Schlesinger
• Charles H. McDowell
• George La Piana
• Frederick Merk

Bottom Section: "HARVARD NAVAL UNIT"

This section provides information about the Harvard Naval Unit. It mentions Captain B. B. Wyatt, U.S.N., who has been recalled to active service in the Navy and ordered to the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Bremerton, Washington. After a general overhaul, he will assume command of the battleship Colorado, which, after a wash, will be put to sea. His successor at Harvard will be Captain Adolphus Watson, U.S.N., now chief of staff of one of the divisions of the battle fleet.

During the interval between Captain Wyatt's departure and Captain Watson's arrival, the unit of Naval Science and Tactics will be in charge of Commander R. C. Williams, U.S.N., Assistant Professor of Naval Science and Tactics.

Visual Characteristics

• The page is printed on aged, slightly yellowed paper, suggesting it is from an older publication.
• The text is typeset in a classic serif font, typical of early 20th-century printing.
• The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings and paragraphs.
• The page number "436" is visible at the top left corner.
• The title "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" is prominently displayed at the top center of the page.

Overall, the image depicts a historical document that combines academic and military topics, reflecting the diverse interests of the Harvard community during the time of publication.