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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, January 1931-August 1933

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The image shows two pages from a publication. The left page is an article titled "MILTON AND CLARK FUND AWARDS GO TO 47 RECIPIENTS," dated March 20, 1933. The article discusses the distribution of over $43,000 for research in various fields to 47 members of the Harvard Faculty. The awards, ranging from $500 to $2,000, support a wide range of subjects, including the construction of a map of Mars, studies on Chinese and Mongolian mammals, and research on the exchange of energy within molecules. The selection committee includes President Conant, Dean Buck, and other notable faculty members.

The right page is from the "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and displays an article about an inventory of apparatus made in 1779. The text describes an inventory list, which includes various scientific and mathematical instruments such as a thermometer, a reflecting telescope, a magnetic bar, and a pair of globes. The article provides historical context, mentioning that some of these instruments were likely used by students and faculty, with some possibly being the personal property of John Winthrop, who bequeathed them to the college. The text highlights the historical significance and the continued use of some of these apparatuses in teaching.

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The image displays two distinct documents related to academic research and awards.

  1. Left Document:

    • Title and Date: The document is titled "Milton and Clark Fund Awards Go to 47 Recipients" and is dated March 20, 1933.
    • Content: It describes the distribution of over $43,000 to 47 professors for research in various fields. The grants are made through the Milton Fund and the Clark Fund, established to support scientific, historical, and medical research. The awards cover a range of subjects, including advanced scientific studies, historical research, and social sciences. The announcement mentions the selection of subjects for the awards and lists specific professors and their projects, such as:
      • C. R. Post, Professor of Greek and Fine Arts, studying Spanish paintings.
      • Various other recipients for projects in diverse fields like the construction of maps, the study of energy exchanges within molecules, and other scientific and historical studies.
  2. Right Document:

    • Title and Source: The document is from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, page 665.
    • Content: This part features an inventory of apparatus made in 1779. It includes detailed descriptions of various scientific instruments, such as:
      • A thermometrical scale.
      • A microscope and various other laboratory apparatus.
    • Description: The inventory is attributed to Joseph Pope of Boston and mentions that these apparatuses were used for significant scientific work, reflecting the historical and practical importance of the instruments.

The combination of these documents highlights the historical context of research funding and the importance of scientific tools and advancements in academic institutions.

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The image consists of two distinct documents placed together.

  1. Left Side - News Clipping:

    • The document is a newspaper clipping from the Crimson, dated March 20, 1933.
    • The headline reads: "MILTON AND CLARK FUND AWARDS GO TO 47 RECIPIENTS."
    • The article states that more than $43,000 was distributed to professors for research in various fields.
    • It mentions that 47 awards totaling $43,000 were granted to members of Harvard College and other institutions.
    • The awards were for research subjects ranging from the construction of a map of Mars to the study of Mongolian mammals, and from the study of the effects of the Mongolian diet on health to the study of Spanish paintings.
    • The Milton Fund and the Clark Fund are mentioned, with the Milton Fund established in 1924 to promote physical and material welfare and the Clark Fund established in 1911 to encourage the discovery and perfection of special means for alleviating or curing human suffering.
    • The awards were selected by a committee including the President and Fellows of Harvard College, along with other prominent figures.
  2. Right Side - Harvard Alumni Bulletin:

    • The document is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, page 665.
    • The page includes a historical section titled "Inventory of Apparatus," dated 1779.
    • It lists various items of scientific apparatus, including a thermometrical stand, a reflecting telescope with a micrometer, a thermometer for measuring the temperature of the blood, and a large reflecting telescope.
    • There is a note about Joseph Priestley and his experiments, mentioning an apparatus for collecting gases.
    • The text describes an apparatus made by Joseph Priestley, which was used in experiments to study gases, including one for collecting gases from a plant.
    • The description includes details about the apparatus, such as its size and the materials used.

Overall, the image juxtaposes a modern announcement of research funding with a historical document detailing early scientific apparatus from the late 18th century.

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The image displays two pieces of paper with historical documents.

Left Document:
The document is a newspaper clipping from March 20, 1933, titled "Milton and Clark Fund Awards Go to 47 Recipients." It discusses the distribution of over $43,000 in grants to professors for research in various fields. The grants are from the Milton and Clark Funds, established by the late William P. Milton and Joseph H. Clark, Sr., respectively. The funds support research in scientific, historical, and social subjects.

The selection process for the awards is handled by the President and Fellows of Harvard College with the assistance of the Committee on Grants-in-Aid, which includes members such as H. L. Dorsey, H. B. Jewett, C. H. Mellon, Eaton M. Lee, and Dr. W. M. Wheeler. The list of awards includes various research projects, such as the study of original Spanish paintings and the history of Spanish painting.

Right Document:
The document is an excerpt from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 665. It features an inventory of apparatuses from 1779, listing various scientific instruments and tools. The inventory includes items like a thermometrical scale, a reflecting telescope with a micrometer, a mahogany box with a thermometer, and several other pieces of scientific equipment.

The document also includes a note about the inventor Benjamin Farra, who built and repaired these apparatuses. It highlights a piece of apparatus that was visited by hundreds of people and consists of a large clockwork model of a planetary system. This piece was originally designed by Joseph Pope of Boston and includes cog wheels, chains, and clockwork used to demonstrate the solar system.

The image overall highlights the historical significance of funding research and the technological advancements and scientific curiosity of the past.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated March 20, 1933. The headline reads "Milton Fund Awards Go to 47 Recipients," and the article details the distribution of over $43,000 to professors for research in various fields.

Key points from the article:

  1. Fund Details:

    • The Milton Fund, established in 1924, is named after its benefactors, the late William F. Milton (Harvard class of 1858) and his wife.
    • The fund aims to promote research in physical and natural welfare, with an emphasis on original research that can advance knowledge or have practical benefits.
  2. Awards:

    • A total of 47 awards, amounting to $43,000, have been granted to members of the Faculty of Arts and Sciences and other faculties.
    • The awards are for research projects to be conducted over the next two years.
  3. Selection Committee:

    • The selection was made by a committee including the President and Fellows of Harvard College, along with several distinguished professors such as:
      • A. Lawrence Lowell (President)
      • H. Jervey, Harvard College's new dean
      • C. H. Haskins
      • E. M. Morgan
      • H. W. Wesselhoeft
  4. Recipients and Projects:

    • One of the listed recipients is G. H. Port, Professor of Greek and Fine Arts, who received funding for a study of original Spanish paintings in Spain and Germany, focusing on the "Golden Age of Spanish Painting."

The right side of the image includes a segment from an inventory of apparatus, detailing some scientific instruments, possibly from a historical inventory list.

Overall, the article highlights the importance of the Milton Fund in supporting diverse academic research endeavors at Harvard University.

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The image depicts a page from the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," specifically page 665, dated March 20, 1953. The page is divided into two sections:

  1. Left Section: Milton and Clark Fund Awards

    • The headline reads "Milton and Clark Fund Awards Go to 47 Recipients."
    • The article reports that more than $43,000 has been distributed to professors for research in various fields.
    • It highlights that forty-seven awards totaling $43,000 have been granted to members of the Harvard faculty for research work in the past year.
    • The research subjects range from "The Construction of a Model of the Chinese and Mongolian Mandibles" to "The Mitochondrial Cycle in the Eggs of the Sea Urchin."
    • The Milton Fund, established in 1934, supports research in the physical and material welfare of mankind, while the Clark Fund, created in 1918, focuses on the advancement of knowledge in geology, biology, and archaeology.
    • The selection committee includes professors from various fields such as B. Jewett, H. M. Sheldon, and Dr. W. M. Wheeler.
    • A list of award recipients and their research topics is provided.
  2. Right Section: Inventory of Apparatus

    • This section features an image of a historical document titled "Inventory of Apparatus" from 1779.
    • The document lists various scientific apparatuses, including a "Standard of a foot," "Standards of the English Measures," and "A Patent Barometer."
    • The accompanying text explains that this inventory belonged to Joseph Pope of Boston and was completed in 1786.
    • It mentions that the apparatus includes a circular platform and models of the solar system.
    • The text also notes that this inventory is part of the Farrar Collection and is a significant historical document.

Overall, the page combines news about current research funding at Harvard with a historical artifact related to scientific apparatus from the late 18th century.

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This image shows an open publication or booklet with two pages visible. On the left side is a page titled "Crimson" dated March 20, 1933, with a headline "MILTON AND CLARK FUND AWARDS GO TO 47 RECIPIENTS." Below are subheadings and article text detailing the distribution of more than $43,000 for research to professors in various fields, discussion on many new subjects, as well as mention of a fellowship related to energy exchanges within molecules.

On the right side, there is a page from the "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN," and within this page is a framed historical document titled "Inventory of Apparatus (so termed)." The document lists several items, each with a line or two of text describing it. The list includes entries such as "A pnemamatical [sic] machine," "An Electric Machine with appurtenances," and "Two Globes one Celestial & Terrestrial." The text at the bottom of this document provides historical context, explaining that it is from an inventory of apparatus made in 1779, and briefly mentions some history about it.

Below the framed document, the bulletin text continues, providing additional information about the 1779 apparatus inventory, mentioning F. Wigglesworth's Electric Machine and other historical details relating to the items and their significance. The bottom-right corner of the bulletin page also has a footnote indicating that this is an excerpt from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin issue 665.

The image shows wear and aging on the booklet, with yellowing paper and slightly frayed edges, suggesting the physical materials are quite old.

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This image consists of two distinct sections. On the left side, there is a newspaper clipping from "Crimson" dated March 20, 1933. The headline reads: "Milton and Clark Fund Awards Go To 47 Recipients." Below the headline, there is a brief summary indicating that more than $43,000 was distributed to professors for research in various fields, noting new subject areas such as advanced scientific and historical studies. The article elaborates on the variety of research topics funded and mentions the administration committee for the awards.

On the right side is a page titled "Harvard Alumni Bulletin," displaying an old document labelled "Inventory of Apparatus continued." This appears to be an inventory list of various scientific apparatuses dating back to 1779, showing items such as thermometers, quadrants, and telescopes, which are listed in a handwritten script. Additional text below the image provides context from the inventory, noting the historical significance and the occasional visit by students to this apparatus collection.

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Description of the Image:

The image shows two distinct documents placed side by side, each with its own content and purpose:


Left Document:

  • Title: "Milton and Clark Fund Awards Go to 47 Recipients"
  • Subtitle: "More Than $43,000 Distributed To Professors For Research In Various Fields"
  • Date: "March 20, 1933"
  • Content Overview:
    • This document is a news article or announcement detailing the distribution of research grants from the Milton and Clark Fund.
    • It highlights that 47 awards, totaling $43,000, have been granted to Harvard faculty members for research across various fields.
    • The grants cover a wide range of subjects, including:
      • Advanced scientific and historical studies.
      • Research on energy exchanges within molecules.
      • Construction of a map of Mars.
      • A study of Chinese and Mongolian numismatics.
      • Research on social and medical subjects.
    • The Milton and Clark Fund, established in 1921, is described as being dedicated to promoting the interests of material welfare, the physical and material welfare of the human race, and the discovery or improvement of any human disease or ailment.
    • The selection of recipients was made by the President and Fellows of Harvard College, with the list of awardees provided at the end of the document.

Right Document:

  • Title: "Harvard Alumni Bulletin"
  • Page Number: "665"
  • Content Overview:
    • This is a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated 1779, showcasing an inventory of apparatus belonging to Joseph Pope, a notable figure associated with Harvard College.
    • The inventory is handwritten and lists various scientific and philosophical instruments, including:
      • Apparatus for Philosophy: Items such as a "Magnetic Needle," "Apparatus for Philosophy," and "Apparatus for Philosophy" (repeated entries).
      • Apparatus for Chemistry: Items like "Apparatus for Chemistry," "Apparatus for Chemistry," and "Apparatus for Chemistry" (repeated entries).
      • Apparatus for Medicine: Items such as "Apparatus for Medicine" and "Apparatus for Medicine" (repeated entries).
      • Other items: A "Magnetic Needle," "Apparatus for Philosophy," and "Apparatus for Chemistry."
    • The document is signed at the bottom by James Winthrop, dated 1779, indicating it was part of Harvard's historical records.
    • Accompanying the inventory is a brief commentary discussing the significance of Joseph Pope's contributions to Harvard. It mentions that Pope's apparatus, built in 1789, was exhibited in his residence and described as a "circular platform about six feet in diameter," featuring cog wheels, chains, and a collection of portion houses representing the solar system in its orbits around the sun.

Overall Context:

  • The left document is a modern news article from 1933, focusing on the distribution of research grants to Harvard faculty.
  • The right document is a historical artifact from 1779, detailing an inventory of scientific apparatus used by Joseph Pope, a notable figure in Harvard's early history.
  • Together, the two documents provide a contrast between modern academic research funding and historical scientific instrumentation at Harvard University. The juxtaposition highlights the evolution of academic and scientific practices over time.

The image effectively captures a blend of historical and contemporary academic themes.

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The image shows a magazine or journal with a few pages open. The left page features a headline "MILTON AND CLARK FUND AWARDS GO TO 47 RECIPIENTS" with a subheading "More Than $43,000 Distributed To Professors For Research In Various Fields" and some text below it. The right page has a headline "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and a handwritten document with some text and numbers. The image has a slightly blurry effect.