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The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated January 7, 1933. It details events happening on Friday, January 13, 1933. Here is a summary of the content:

1. Talking Film in French:

   • Presented by the French Talking Films Committee.
   • Title: "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac."
   • Location: Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue.
   • Showtimes: 2:15 P.M., 4:15 P.M., 6:45 P.M., and 8:45 P.M.
   • Admission by ticket only.

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education:

   • Title: "The Evolving Common School."
   • Speaker: Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago.
   • Location: Emerson D, 8 P.M.
   • This is the last lecture in a series given under the Foundation established by the Graduate School of Education in memory of Professor Alexander Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet:

   • Location: Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, 8 P.M.
   • Program details and notes are available under "Calendar Notes."

Additional Information:

• The Stradivarius Quartet of New York includes Wolfe Wolfinsohn (first violin), Nicolas Moldavan (second violin), Gerald Warburg (viola), and Samuel Belov (cello).
• The concert is the last in a series of three at the Fogg Art Museum.
• The program includes:
  • Quartet in C minor, Opus 18, No. 4 by L. van Beethoven
  • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by C. Debussy, arranged by A. Pochon
  • Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger
  • Quartet in A minor, Opus 25 by Franz Schubert

Article on the Stradivarians:

• The article discusses the Stradivarius Quartet's performance, noting their varied repertoire and the audience's reception.
• It highlights the quartet's performance of "Molly on the Shore" and the Debussy arrangement.
• The article praises the quartet's precision and the individual talents of the musicians, particularly noting the performance of the Schubert quartet.
• It concludes by mentioning the quartet's ability to convey both the technical and emotional aspects of the music.

The page also includes an invitation card for the concert by the Stradivarius Quartet, specifying the date, time, and location, and stating that the public is invited.

The image is a page from the January 7, 1933 issue of the Harvard University Gazette, specifically detailing an event from January 13, 1933.

Key Elements:

1. Event Listings:

   • Talking Film in French: Presented by the French Talking Films Committee, featuring "Monsieur de Poureeaugnac." Four showings were scheduled at 2:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:45 p.m. at the Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue.
   • Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education: "The Evolving Common School" by Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison from the University of Chicago. Emerson Hall, 8 p.m.
   • Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: Held at the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, 8 p.m.

2. Concert Details:

   • The Stradivarius Quartet (Wolfe Wolfowitz, first violin; Alfred Pochon, second violin; Nicolas Moldavan, viola; Gerald Warburg, violoncello) is giving a series of concerts. The concert on January 13, at 8 p.m., includes:

     • Quartet in C minor, Op. 18, No. 4 by Beethoven
     • Nocturne in A-flat major, Op. 32, No. 2 by Frédéric Chopin
     • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by Claude Debussy (arranged by A. Pochon)
     • Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger
     • Quartet in A minor, Op. 29 by Franz Schubert

   • The concert was advertised to be under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum.

3. Additional Article:

   • An accompanying article titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way" discusses the concert in detail. It highlights the quartet's performances, their familiarity with the repertoire, and the quality of their playing. The article mentions that the ensemble was praised for their technical skill and musical interpretation, especially in the Schubert quartet.

The newspaper page includes a small advertisement for the concert and mentions that the public is invited to attend. The concert is noted for its programmatic variety and the skilled performance by the Stradivarius Quartet.

The image shows a page from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated January 7, 1933. The page, numbered 72, lists events scheduled for Friday, January 13, 1933.

1. Talking Film in French: Presented by the French Talking Films Committee, the film "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac" will be shown at the Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue. There will be four showings at 2:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:45 p.m. Admission is by ticket only.

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education: Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago, will present a lecture titled "The Evolving Common School" at Emerson Hall at 8 p.m. This is the ninth annual lecture under the Foundation established by the Graduate School of Education to honor Professor Alexander Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet: The quartet will perform at the Fogg Art Museum at 8 p.m. The program includes:

   • String Quartet in E-flat major, Op. 64, No. 6 by Ludwig van Beethoven
   • "Molly on the Shore" by Charles Hubert Parry
   • Quartet in A minor, Op. 29 by Franz Schubert

A separate flyer is included, announcing the concert by the Stradivarius Quartet of New York, scheduled for January 13, 1933, at 8 p.m. at the Fogg Art Museum. The quartet consists of Wolfe Wolfsohn (violin), Alfred Pochon (violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), and Gerald Warburg (cello). The program is the same as listed above.

Additionally, there is a clipping from a publication, possibly the Harvard University Gazette, providing a review of the Stradivarius Quartet's performance. The review, titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way," is dated January 14, 1933, and discusses the quartet's performance, highlighting their skill and the selection of pieces played.

The image displays a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated January 7, 1933. The page features several announcements and articles, notably:

1. Talking Film in French:

   • A film titled "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac" will be presented by the French Talking Films Committee.
   • The venue is the Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue.
   • There will be four showings: 2:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.
   • Admission is by ticket only, with details available in the "Calendar Notes."

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education:

   • The lecture, titled "The Evolving Common School," will be given by Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago.
   • The event is scheduled for Emerson D, 8 p.m.
   • This is the ninth annual lecture under a foundation established by the Graduate School of Education to honor Professor Alex Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet:

   • The concert will be held in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum at 8 p.m.
   • The Stradivarius Quartet of New York, comprising Wolfe Wolfinsohn (first violin), Alfred Pochon (second violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), and Gerald Warburg (violoncello), will perform.
   • The program includes:
     • Quartet in C minor, Opus 18, No. 4 by Ludwig van Beethoven
     • "La Fileuse" and "Cheveux de Lin" by Ch. M. Widor
     • Quartet in A minor, Opus 29 by Franz Schubert

4. Article on the Stradivarius Quartet:

   • The article discusses the quartet's performance and versatility, noting their ability to play in various musical styles and their popularity among different audiences.
   • The quartet has been performing together for several years and has gained a reputation for their skill and adaptability.
   • The members are noted for their individual talents and the group's cohesive sound, which has evolved over time.
   • The performance at the Fogg Art Museum will feature works from Beethoven, Schubert, and contemporary composers.

The concert is open to the public, and more details about the program can be found in the "Calendar Notes."

The image is a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated January 7, 1933. It contains information about events scheduled for January 13, 1933, including:

1. Talking Film in French:

   • Presented by the French Talking Films Committee.
   • Title: "Monsieur de Poureeaugmac."
   • Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue.
   • Four showings at 2:15 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 6:45 p.m., and 8:45 p.m.
   • Admission by ticket only.

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education:

   • Topic: "The Evolving Common School."
   • Speaker: Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago.
   • Time: 8 p.m.
   • Location: Emerson D.
   • This is the ninth annual lecture under the foundation established by the Graduate School of Education to perpetuate the memory and interests of Professor Alexander Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet:

   • Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Time: 8 p.m.
   • The concert program includes:
     • Quartet in C minor, Opus 18, No. 4 by Ludwig van Beethoven.
     • Nocturne by Alexander Borodin.
     • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by Claude Debussy, arranged by Alfred Pochon.
     • Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger.
     • Quartet in A minor, Opus 29 by Franz Schubert.
   • The concert is free and open to the public.

Additionally, there is an article titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way" written by N.M.J. from the January 14, 1933 issue, discussing the performance of the Stradivarius Quartet. The article mentions the quartet's varied repertoire, which included pieces by Beethoven, Borodin, Debussy, Grainger, and Schubert. The Stradivarius Quartet was praised for their skillful performance and the engaging nature of their varied musical selections.

The image contains a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated January 7, 1933, with details of events scheduled for Friday, January 13, 1933.

1. Talking Film in French:

   • Title: "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac."
   • Presented by the French Talking Films Committee.
   • Location: Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue.
   • Showing times: 2:15 PM, 4:15 PM, 6:45 PM, and 8:45 PM.
   • Admission: By ticket only (see "Calendar Notes").

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education:

   • Title: "The Evolving Common School."
   • Speaker: Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago.
   • Location: Emerson D, 8 PM.
   • Note: This is the ninth annual lecture under the Foundation established by the Graduate School of Education to honor Professor Alexander Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet:

   • Location: Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum, 8 PM.
   • Members: Wolfe Wolfinson (first violin), Alfred Pochon (second violin), Nicolas Moldavan (viola), Gerald Warburg (cello).
   • Programme:
     • Quartette in C minor, Opus 18, No. 4 by Ludwig van Beethoven (Nocturne).
     • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by Antonin Dvorak.
     • Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger.
     • Quartet in A minor, Opus 29 by Franz Schubert.
   • Admission: By ticket only (see "Calendar Notes").

There is also an accompanying newspaper clipping titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way," which reviews the concert by the Stradivarius Quartet. The review notes the varied quality of the performances, with some pieces such as Beethoven's Nocturne and Schubert's Quartet in A minor being highlighted. The musicians were praised for their technical skills, but the performance was criticized for inconsistencies in the quality of different pieces.

The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated Friday, January 13, 1933, with the handwritten date January 7, 1933, noted at the top. The page contains several clippings and notices mostly related to a concert by the Stradivarius Quartet.

Key details include:

1. An announcement of the concert by the Stradivarius Quartet to be held at the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University on Friday, January 13, 1933, at 8 P.M. The program for the concert lists pieces by Beethoven, Borodine, Debussy (arranged by A. Pochon), Greinger, and Schubert.

2. A small invitation card stating the concert details by the Stradivarius Quartet of New York, under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum, inviting the public to attend.

3. A typed notice about events at Harvard including a French talking film "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac," an Inglis Lecture by Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison on "The Evolving Common School," and the Stradivarius Quartet concert.

4. A newspaper clipping titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way" which is a review or critique praising the quartet's performance. It discusses the quality of their music, the careful arrangement of the pieces, and the distinctive style of the players, highlighting their musicianship and the audience's experience.

Overall, the page captures a historical musical event at Harvard University and provides both the announcement and a contemporary review of the Stradivarius Quartet’s concert.

The image shows a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," dated January 12, 1933. It contains several announcements.

At the top left, there is an announcement about a "Talking Film in French" presented by the French Talking Films Committee titled "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac," which is scheduled to have four showings at specific times listed there.

Below this, there is an entry about an "English Lecture in Sociology" by Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, scheduled to take place at Emerson Hall, January 13, at 8 p.m.

On the top right, there's an article titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way," which seems to discuss a music quartet known as the Stradivarians and their approach to performance, with a special focus on historical accuracy and authenticity.

In the center, a concert by the "Stradivarius Quartet" at the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum is announced, scheduled for January 13, 1933, at 8 p.m. Program details are available in the "Calendar Notes."

Just below this, a glued insert emphasizes the concert by "The Stradivarius Quartet of New York," which is under the auspices of the Division of Music and the Fogg Art Museum on the same date and time. The public is invited to this event.

The overall aesthetics suggest it's a historic document, with a typewriter font and an aged look to the paper. The small insert looks newer than the rest of the page, possibly added to provide additional visibility for the concert event.

This image is a collage of various documents and newspaper clippings. At the top, the document is from the Harvard University Gazette dated January 7, 1933. It lists events scheduled for Friday, January 13:

1. Talking Film in French presented by the French Talking Films Committee titled "Monsieur de Pourceaugnac" at the Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue, with showings at 2:15 P.M., 4:15 P.M., 6:45 P.M., and 8:45 P.M. Admission is by ticket only.

2. Inglis Lecture in Secondary Education: "The Evolving Common School" by Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago, held at Emerson BD, 5 P.M.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet in the Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum at 8 P.M. The concert program includes:

   • Quartet in C minor, Opus 18, No. 4 by L. van Beethoven
   • Nocturne by A. Borodin
   • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by C. Debussy, arranged by J. Focher
   • Molly on the Shore by Percy Grainger
   • Quartet in A minor, Opus 29 by Franz Schubert.

There's a smaller clipping stating the same concert details.

To the right, there is a newspaper clipping titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way" dated January 14, 1933. The clipping discusses the versatility of the Stradivarius Quartet of New York, mentioning performers Wolfe Wolfinsohn, Alfred Foote, Nicolas Moldavan, and Gerald Warburg. The article details their performances of various pieces, highlighting the Quartet's musical expression and their ability to interpret and perform diverse musical compositions ranging from Debussy to Borodin.

The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated January 7, 1933, featuring announcements for various cultural and academic events scheduled for Friday, January 13, 1933. The page is divided into several sections, each detailing different activities:

Top Section: Event Announcements

1. Talking Film in French

   • Title: Monseur de Pourceaugnac
   • Presented by: The French Talking Films Committee
   • Location: Institute of Geographical Exploration, 2 Divinity Avenue
   • Time: Four showings at 2:15 P.M., 4:15 P.M., 6:45 P.M., and 8:45 P.M.
   • Admission: By ticket only. For particulars, see Calendar Notes.

2. English Lecture in Secondary Education

   • Title: The Evolving Common School
   • Speaker: Dr. Henry Clinton Morrison, Professor of Education at the University of Chicago
   • Time: 8 P.M.
   • Context: This is the ninth annual lecture under the Foundation established by the Graduate School of Education to perpetuate the memory and interests of Professor Alexander Inglis.

3. Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet

   • Location: Central Court of the Fogg Art Museum
   • Time: 8 P.M.
   • Details: The public is invited. For the program, see "Calendar Notes."

Middle Section: Concert Details

The page includes a detailed announcement for the Concert by the Stradivarius Quartet, scheduled for Friday, January 13, 1933, at 8 P.M. under the auspices of the Division of Music at the Fogg Art Museum. The text highlights:

• Ensemble: The Stradivarius Quartet of New York, consisting of:

  • Wolfgang Wolff: First Violin
  • Gerald Pochron: Second Violin
  • Nicolas Moldavan: Viola
  • Alfred Walling: Violoncello

• Program:

  • Quartet in C minor, Op. 18, No. 4 – J. van Beethoven
  • Nocturne – A. Borodine
  • La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin – C. Debussy (arranged by A. Pochon)
  • Molly on the Shore – Percy Grainger
  • Quartet in A minor, Op. 29 – Franz Schubert

Bottom Section: Article Excerpt

The lower portion of the page features an article titled "The Stradivarians, Varying Their Way", which discusses the performance of the Stradivarius Quartet. Key points from the article include:

• Performance Quality: The quartet is praised for their musical performance, with the article noting that their concerts are often well-attended.
• Program Highlights: The article mentions the quartet’s program, which includes pieces by Beethoven, Borodine, Debussy, Grainger, and Schubert. It highlights the arrangement of Debussy’s La Fille aux Cheveux de Lin by Pochon and the popular Schubert quartet.
• Audience Reception: The audience is described as appreciating the quartet’s ability to convey the emotional depth and technical precision of the music.
• Critical Commentary: The article critiques the quartet’s interpretation of Schubert’s quartet, noting that while the performance was generally successful, there were some shortcomings in the execution of certain movements.

Additional Details

• Page Number: The page is numbered 72 at the top left.
• Date: The Gazette is dated January 7, 1933.
• Header: The header reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE".
• Footer: The bottom of the page includes a smaller header: "FOGG ART MUSEUM—HARVARD UNIVERSITY", followed by the concert announcement details.

Visual Layout

• The page is formatted with clear headings and subheadings for each event.
• The text is typed, and the layout is clean and organized, typical of a university gazette or newsletter from the early 20th century.
• There is a handwritten note in the top right corner: "Trans. Jan. 14, 1933", likely indicating a transcription or annotation date.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of cultural and academic life at Harvard University in January 1933, highlighting a blend of film, lecture, and musical performances.