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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image is a page from a document titled "The President and Fellows." It details the receipts of gifts and donations acknowledged by Harvard College during two meetings held in Boston on December 19, 1932, and January 9, 1933. The document lists various gifts and donations received from different individuals and foundations, along with the amounts and purposes of these gifts.

Key points from the document include:

  1. December 19, 1932 Meeting:

    • Present: President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and Homans, and Treasurer Shattuck.
    • Gifts Received:
      • From the estate of Nettie G. Naumburg: $25,000 for the "Nettie G. Naumburg Room" in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
      • From the estate of Charles F. Whitman: $271.20 for the "Charles F. Whitman Fund" in the Philip Brooks House Association.
      • Anonymous gifts: $500 for the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology and $500 for a salary.
      • From Mr. and Mrs. Walter Greene Ladd: $40,000 for the Department of Neuropathology.
      • From the Helen and George Bulkley Family Foundation: $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
      • From an anonymous donor: $400 for the Peabody Museum.
      • From an anonymous donor: $440 for a special loan in the Medical School.
      • From Professor Fred N. Robinson: $100 for the Library.
      • From Hon. Murray Seasongood: $100 for the publication of honor theses.
      • From Mr. Robert L. Hoguet: $475 for beneficiary aid in the College.
      • From Mr. and Mrs. George S. Jackson and Robert A. Jackson, and Mrs. Ralph R. Williams: $37,48 for the George Schlenkmann Jackson Fund.
  2. January 9, 1933 Meeting:

    • Present: President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Lee, Curtis, and Homans, and Treasurer Shattuck.
    • Gifts Received:
      • From the estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge: $3,000 for the Archibald Cary Coolidge Memorial Fund.
      • From the estate of David H. Montgomery: $1,721.62 for the David H. Montgomery Fund.
      • From the estate of Susan Greene Dexter: $707.21 for the Susan Greene Dexter Fund.
      • From the estate of George Willer Van Nest: $436.60 for the George Willer Van Nest Fund.
      • From the estate of Henry Walters: $178.10 for the Henry Walters Fund.
      • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wight: $2,000 for the Georgiana B. Wight Fund.
      • From the estate of Stuart Wyeth: $44.56 for the Stuart Wyeth Fund.
      • From the estate of Caroline S. Fresman: $1,291 for the Laura Lucretia Case Fund and $12.91 for the James Goldthwaite Fresman Fund.
      • From an anonymous donor: $31,445.83 for the income of a fund to be used for scholarships.
      • From the Harvard Business School Fifty Associates: $1,500 for research and the current needs of the School.
      • From the Carnegie Foundation: $11,991.87 for the Advancement of Teaching.
      • From the Rockefeller Foundation: $15,000 for research in the social sciences.

The document also notes the gratitude expressed by the President and Fellows to the donors for their generous gifts.

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The image displays a document from Harvard College detailing a meeting of the President and Fellows held in Boston. The document is dated December 19, 1932, and January 9, 1933, with the presence of President Lowell and other members.

Here are the key points from the document:

December 19, 1932 Meeting:

  1. Reception of Gifts:
    • From the estate of Nettie G. Naumburg (Mrs. Aaron Naumburg) for the Aaron and Nettie G. Naumburg Room: $25,000.

    • From the estate of Charles F. Whittemore: $271.30 towards the Phillips Brooks House Association Endowment Fund.

    • Various other gifts were accepted, including:

      • $1,265.23 for improvements in the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
      • $2,000 towards a certain salary.
      • $400 for a special loan in the Medical School.
      • $100 for books for the College Library.
      • $75 for the George Schiemann Jackson Fund.
      • $75 for a beneficiary aid in the College.
      • $1,000 for the Helen and Cecil Rübel Family Foundation.
      • $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
      • $1,000 for the establishment of a fund for the Society of Fellows.
      • $15,000 for the Harvard Business School.
      • $11,991.07 for the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
      • $12,500 for research in the social sciences from the Rockefeller Foundation.
      • An anonymous gift of $51,049.03 for the establishment of a fund.
    • Specific contributions to individuals:

      • Vladimir A. Pertzoff: $10 for the Association of Harvard Chemists’ Fund.
      • Robert B. Burgess: $25 for cancer research.
      • Benjamin F. Goldstein: $4.52 towards the Benjamin F. Goldstein Fellowship.

January 9, 1933 Meeting:

  1. Reception of Gifts:
    • From the estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge: Securities valued at $4,799.86.
    • From the estate of David H. Montgomery: $1,771.62.
    • From the estate of Susan Greene Dexter (Mrs. E. Dexter): $707.21.
    • From the estate of George Willett Van Nest: $480.68.
    • From the estate of Henry Walters: $178.30.
    • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wright (Mrs. William J. Wright): $150.
    • From the estate of Caroline G. Freeman (Mrs. James G. Freeman): $43.56.
    • $12.91 towards the Laura Lucetta Case Fund.
    • Additional amounts for the James Goldsmith Freeman Fund.

The document expresses gratitude from the President and Fellows towards various donors for their generous gifts, which are used for different purposes such as research, museum upkeep, and educational funds.

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The document is a record of meetings held by the President and Fellows of Harvard College, detailing gifts and bequests received. The first meeting, held on December 19, 1932, noted significant donations, including $25,000 from the estate of Nettie G. Naumburg for the upkeep of rooms in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum, and $271.30 from the estate of Charles F. Whittemore for the Phillips Brooks House Association. The second meeting, held on January 9, 1933, recorded various bequests, such as $4,799.86 from the estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge and $1,771.62 from the estate of David H. Montgomery, among others. The document also expresses gratitude from the President and Fellows to the donors for their generous contributions.

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The image displays a record of the minutes from meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, held on December 19, 1932, and January 9, 1933.

December 19, 1932 Meeting:

The attendees included President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and others, along with Treasurer Shattuck and Humans.

Reports and Acceptances of Gifts:

  1. From the Estate of Nettie G. Naumburg (Mrs. Aaron Naumburg):

    • $25,000 was allocated for the upkeep of the "Aaron and Nettie G. Naumburg Rooms" in the Fogg Art Museum and their contents.
  2. From the Estate of Charles F. Whittemore:

    • $271.10 was added to the "Charles F. Whittemore - Phillips Brooks House Association Endowment."
  3. Anonymous Donations:

    • $5,185.63 for improvements in the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • $2,000 for a specific salary.
  4. Walter Grame Ladd:

    • $1,650 for research in kymographic functioning in the Department of Neuropathology.
  5. Helene and Cecile Rubel Family Foundation:

    • $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
  6. Anonymous Donation:

    • $400 for a special loan in the Medical School.
  7. Fred N. Robinson:

    • Gift for the publication of honor theses in the Department of English.
  8. Robert L. Hoget:

    • $75 for benefactions to the college.
  9. Margaret H. Gerry, George W. Jackson, Robert A. Jackson, Mrs. Ralph B. Williams:

    • $37.50 towards the George Schunemann Jackson Fund.
  10. Vladimir A. Perzoff and Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Burgess:

    • $10 and $50 for the George Lincoln Burr cancer research fund.

January 9, 1933 Meeting:

The attendees were the same as the previous meeting.

Reports and Acceptances of Gifts:

  1. From the Estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge:

    • Securities valued at $4,799.86.
  2. From the Estate of David H. Montgomery:

    • $1,771.65.
  3. From the Estate of Susan Greene Dexter (Mrs. F. Gordon Dexter):

    • $7,072.20.
  4. From the Estate of George Willett Van Nest:

    • $486.68.
  5. From the Estate of Henry Walters:

    • $178.30.
  6. From the Estate of Georgianna B. Wright (Mrs. J. Amory Haskell):

    • $150 from the estate, and an additional $43,566.86 from Caroline S. Freeman.
  7. James G. Freeman:

    • $1,290 to be added to the Laura Lucretia Case Fund, totaling $12,910.
  8. Anonymous Donation:

    • $51,098.93 for the establishment of a fund, with the income directed towards a specific plan for the Society of Fellows.
  9. Harvard Business School:

    • $15 from Fifty Associates for research and current needs.
  10. Carnegie Foundation:

    • $11,913.07 for retiring allowances.
  11. Rockefeller Foundation:

    • $12,500 for research in the social sciences.

The President and Fellows expressed gratitude to all the donors for their generous contributions.

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The image displays two pages of minutes from meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, detailing gifts and bequests received and the expressions of gratitude for these contributions.

First Page (Meeting held on December 19, 1932):

  1. Attendance:

    • President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and Treasurer Shattuck.
  2. Reported Gifts and Bequests:

    • From the estate of Nettie G. Naumburg (Mrs. Aaron Naumburg): $25,000 for the upkeep of the "Aaron and Nettie G. Naumburg Rooms" in the William Hayes Fog Art Museum, including rugs, furniture, pictures, and other contents.
    • From the estate of Charles F. Whittemore: $271,300 to be added to the Charles F. Whittemore Fund of the Phillips Brooks House Association Endowment Fund.
  3. Votes of Gratitude:

    • To an anonymous friend for $2,652.23 for improvements in the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • To an anonymous friend for $2,000 towards a certain salary.
    • To Mr. and Mrs. Walter Graeme Ladd for a gift of $1,250 for research in kidney function in the Department of Neuropathology.
    • To the Helene and Cecile Rübel Family Foundation for $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fog Art Museum.
    • To Professor Alfred M. Tozzer for the gift of a collection for the Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • To an anonymous friend for a gift of $400 for a special loan in the Medical School.
    • To Professor Fred N. Robinson for the gift of books for the College Library.
    • To the Harvard University Class of 1913 for a gift of $100 for the publication of honor theses in the Department of English.
    • To Mrs. Robert L. Hoguet for a gift of $75 for beneficent aid in the College.
    • To Mr. Charles Jackson, Jr., and Mrs. Ralph B. Williams for the gift of $57.50 towards the George Schermann Jackson Fund.
    • To Mr. Vladimir A. Pertzoff for the gift of $10 for the Association of Harvard Chemists' Fund.
    • To Mr. and Mrs. Robert S. Burgess for a gift of $100 for cancer research.
    • To Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Goldthwait for a gift of $4.52 towards the Benjamin F. Goldstein Fellowship.

Second Page (Meeting held on January 9, 1933):

  1. Attendance:

    • President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Lee, Clark, and Homans, and Treasurer Shattuck.
  2. Reported Gifts and Bequests:

    • From the estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge: securities valued at $4,799.86.
    • From the estate of David H. Montgomery: $1,771.62.
    • From the estate of Susan Greene Dexter (Mrs. Frederick Dexter): $707.21.
    • From the estate of George Willett Van Nest: $480.68.
    • From the estate of Henry Walters: $178.30.
    • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wright (Mrs. William J. Wright): $150.
    • From the estate of Caroline M. Freeman (Mrs. James G. Freeman): $12,000 to be added to the Laura Lucetia Case Fund, and $12.91 to be added to the James Goldthwaite Freeman Fund.
  3. Votes of Gratitude:

    • To an anonymous friend for the gift of securities valued at $51,049.03 towards the establishment of a fund for a Society of Fellows.
    • To the Two Hundred Fifty Associates of the Harvard Business School for the gift of $15,000 for research and for the current needs of the Library of the Graduate School of Business Administration.
    • To the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching for the gift of $11,991.07 for research.
    • To the Rockefeller Foundation for the gift of $12,500 for research in the social sciences.

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The image shows two pages of a document detailing meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, held in Boston. The first page is dated December 19, 1932, and the second page is dated January 9, 1933.

December 19, 1932 Meeting:

  • The meeting was attended by President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and Treasurer Shattuck.
  • The Treasurer reported the acceptance of various bequests:
    • From the estate of Nettie G. Naumburg (Mrs. Aaron Naumburg) valued at $25,000, to be used for the upkeep of the "Aaron and Nettie G. Naumburg Rooms" in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum, including furniture, pictures, and other contents of the rooms.
    • From the estate of Charles F. Whittenmore, $271.30 to be added to the Charles F. Whittenmore Fund of the Phillips Brooks House Association Endowment Fund.
  • Gratitude was expressed for several generous gifts, including:
    • $2,652.23 for improvements in the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • $2,000 towards a certain salary.
    • $1,250 for research in kidney function in the Department of Neuropathology.
    • $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
    • $400 for a special loan in the Medical School.
    • $100 for the publication of honor theses in the Department of English.
    • $75 for various other beneficial aids.
    • $57.50 towards the George Schünemann Jackson Fund.
    • $10 for the Association of Harvard Chemists' Fund.
    • $43.52 towards the Benjamin F. Goldstein Fellowship for cancer research.

January 9, 1933 Meeting:

  • The meeting was attended by President Lowell, Messrs. Perkins, Lee, Clark, and Treasurer Shattuck.
  • The Treasurer reported the acceptance of several bequests:
    • From the estate of Archibald Cary Coolidge, securities valued at $4,799.86.
    • From the estate of David H. Montgomery, $1,771.62.
    • From the estate of Susan Greene Dexter (Mrs. John Dexter), $707.21.
    • From the estate of George Willett Van Nest, $480.68.
    • From the estate of Henry Walters, $178.30.
    • From the estate of Georgiana B. Wright (Mrs. William J. Wright), $150.
    • From the estate of Caroline Freeman (Mrs. James G. Freeman), $12.90 to be added to the Laura Lucetia Case Fund, and $12.91 to the James Goldthwaite Freeman Fund.
  • Gratitude was expressed for various generous gifts, including:
    • $51,049.03 for a fund to carry out the plan for a Society of Fellows adopted by vote of the Corporation on December 8, 1932.
    • $15,000 for the Harvard Business School for research and library needs.
    • $11,991.07 for the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.
    • $12,500 for research in the social sciences by the Rockefeller Foundation.

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The image is a page titled "The President and Fellows" documenting the minutes and financial receipts from meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College held in Boston on December 19, 1932, and January 9, 1933. It details the acceptance of various gifts and donations from estates and individuals for specific uses, such as upkeep of rooms, repairs, publications, research, and scholarships. Notable mentions include gifts from the estates of Nettie G. Naumburg, Charles F. Whittemore, Archibald Cary Coolidge, and others. The page expresses gratitude to anonymous friends and specific donors for their generous contributions to Harvard College and associated funds, including the Association of Harvard Chemists, the Benjamin F. Goldstein Fellowship, and various research and educational funds. The text is printed in a formal style and is organized into two columns. There is a small handwritten note at the top right corner that reads "Ho 18 Feb. 10 1933."

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The image appears to be a scanned page from an old document, possibly a report or a record book, titled "The President and Fellows." The document enumerates various gifts, contributions, and acknowledgments associated with Harvard College, detailing the names of donors, the nature of their contributions, and the amounts donated. The text is structured in a formal, record-keeping style, and it references several dates, mainly in the 1930s, indicating that it likely relates to historical proceedings at the college.

The top of the page includes a notation that seems to be a library or archival reference number ("H.U. 5 Feb 19"). The document is page numbered as "No. 5" at the top right corner and is stamped with "Feb 10 1933".

It lists donations received from various individuals and mentions how they were recognized or what the donations were intended for, such as funds for fellowships, libraries, or specific departments. For instance, there's a reference to a gift of $5,000 for a fellowship from an anonymous donor and various other gifts for archaeological and anthropological purposes.

The document's historical nature, neat typesetting, and formal language are indicative of an official report typically produced by academic institutions to record the contributions of benefactors. The content overall gives a snapshot of philanthropic activities connected to Harvard College during the early 20th century.

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The image depicts a document titled "The President and Fellows." It appears to be a record of meetings held by the President and Fellows of Harvard College on December 19, 1932, and January 9, 1933, in Boston. The document lists various financial contributions and donations received by the college and expresses gratitude to the donors.

Key details include:

  • Donations for various purposes such as a museum fund, research, scholarships, and improvements.
  • Specific donors are named, including individuals, estates, and organizations.
  • Amounts and purposes of the donations are detailed.
  • The document is annotated with some red markings next to certain entries.
  • At the top right corner, it is marked "H.O. 15 Feb 10 1933."

The layout includes a clear heading, organized entries with names, amounts, and purposes of donations, and concludes with expressions of gratitude from the President and Fellows for the received gifts.

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The image shows a page from a formal document, likely a meeting minutes or report, dated December 19, 1932, held at Harvard College in Boston. The document is titled "The President and Fellows" and appears to be an official record of a meeting attended by key individuals, including the President, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and Lowell, as well as the Treasurer, Shutuck.

Key Details in the Document:

  1. Meeting Overview:

    • The meeting was held on December 19, 1932, at Harvard College.
    • Attendees included the President, Messrs. Perkins, Curtis, Lee, and Lowell, along with the Treasurer, Shutuck.
  2. Gifts and Donations:

    • The document lists numerous gifts and donations received by the institution, along with acknowledgments of gratitude from the President and Fellows.
    • Gifts are categorized by donor, amount, and purpose, with specific allocations to various funds, departments, and initiatives.
  3. Notable Donations:

    • Estate of Nettie G. Naumburg: $25,000 for the upkeep of the "Aaron Hayes Fogg Art Museum Rooms" in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum, including rugs, furniture, pictures, and other contents.
    • Estate of Charles F. Whittemore: $27,130 for the "Charles F. Whittemore Endowment Fund" to be added to the Phillips Brooks House Association Endowment Fund.
    • Anonymous Friend: $2,263.23 for improvements in the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • Anonymous Friend: $3,000 toward a certain salary.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Walter Graeme Ladd: $1,230 for research in kidney functioning in the Department of Neuropathology.
    • Helene and Cecile-Ribel Family Foundation: $1,000 for research in the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum.
    • Professor Alfred M. Tozzer: $700 for the Peabody Museum of American Archaeology and Ethnology.
    • Anonymous Friend: $400 for a special loan in the Medical School.
    • Professor Fred N. Robinson: $700 for books for the College Library.
    • Professor Murray Sachs: $1,000 for the publication of honor theses in the Department of English.
    • Beneficiary Robert L. Hoguet: $75 for benevolent aid in the College.
    • Mrs. Robert A. Jackson, George B. Williams, and Robert A. Jackson: $57,500 toward the George Schinemann Jackson Fund.
    • Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching: $91,191.07 for retiring allowances.
    • Rockefeller Foundation: $12,500 for research in the social sciences.
  4. Other Donations and Acknowledgments:

    • Gifts from individuals and estates, including Mr. Vladimir A. Perlzoff, Mrs. Robert S. Burgess, Mr. Benjamin F. Goldstein, Archibald Cary Coolidge, David H. Montgomery, Susan Greene Dexter, George Willet Van Nest, Henry Walters, William J. Wright, Stuart Weshy, Caroline S. Freeman, James G. Freeman, Laura Lucretia Case, and others.
    • Acknowledgments of gratitude for these generous gifts.
  5. Resolutions and Actions:

    • The President and Fellows expressed gratitude to the donors for their generosity.
    • An anonymous friend’s gift of securities valued at $49,989.86 was adopted by vote to be used to carry out the plan for a Society of Fellows to be established by the Corporation on December 8, 1932.
    • Two Hundred Fifty Associates of the Harvard Business School contributed $1,000 for research and for the current needs of the Library and Graduate School of Business Administration.
  6. Document Header and Footer:

    • The top of the page includes a header indicating the document is from H.Q.B. Feb. 10, 1933, suggesting it may be part of an archive or historical record.
    • The text is typed, and the layout is formal, consistent with official institutional records.

Summary:

The document is a formal record of a meeting of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, detailing various donations and gifts received by the institution. It includes acknowledgments of gratitude, specific allocations for funds and departments, and resolutions regarding the establishment of a Society of Fellows. The document reflects the financial and administrative activities of the institution during the early 20th century.