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The image is a newspaper clipping from June 17, 1941, detailing commencement ceremonies held at various New England colleges. The main headline reads "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N. E. College Hold Commencements." The article discusses the conferral of honorary degrees to notable individuals at these institutions.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Williams College:

    • Leverett Saltonstall, a former governor of Massachusetts and university trustee, received an honorary degree.
    • Other recipients included Dr. Robert P. Blake of the University of Vermont, Dr. Charles A. Elliott of Purdue University, and Dr. Arthur H. Compton, a Nobel laureate in physics.

  2. University of Vermont:

    • Honorary degrees were awarded to Dr. Isaiah Bowman, president of Johns Hopkins University, and Dr. John W. Studebaker, U.S. Commissioner of Education.

  3. Trinity College:

    • Dr. Milton C. Winternitz, dean of the Yale School of Medicine, received an honorary degree.

  4. Smith College:

    • Recipients included Dr. Arthur H. Compton, Dr. Charles A. Elliott, and Dr. Isaiah Bowman.

  5. Colby College:

    • Dr. John W. Studebaker and Dr. Robert P. Blake received honorary degrees.

  6. Middlebury College:

    • Dr. Robert P. Blake and Dr. John W. Studebaker were honored.

The article highlights the achievements and contributions of these individuals, emphasizing their roles in education, government, and scientific research. It also mentions the broader context of the commencement ceremonies, noting the significance of these events in the academic calendar.

The clipping is from the Press Clipping Service of the Boston Herald, located at 2 Post Square, Boston, Massachusetts.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Press Clipping Service" dated June 17, 1941, featuring an article titled "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N. E. College Hold Commencements." The article discusses various graduation ceremonies at New England colleges, highlighting honorary degrees and significant events at each institution.

Main Points of the Article:

  1. Williams College:

    • Leverett Saltonstall received an honorary degree.
    • The college conferred 174 bachelor’s degrees and 12 master’s degrees.
    • Notable speakers included Governor Leverett Saltonstall and Dr. Paul Van Zeeland, former Prime Minister of Belgium.

  2. Smith College:

    • Maude Royden, Dean of St. Hugh’s College, Oxford, received an honorary degree.
    • The commencement was addressed by the President of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt, via radio.

  3. University of Vermont:

    • The highest honor was conferred on Charles E. Allen, a prominent lawyer.
    • Governor George Aiken received an honorary degree.

  4. Middlebury College:

    • The college celebrated its 100th commencement.
    • The main speaker was John C. Hughes, a Middlebury graduate and former U.S. Minister to Norway.

  5. Other Colleges:

    • Trinity College: Awarded honorary degrees to several individuals, including John Henry Phelan, a philanthropist.
    • Bowdoin College: Recognized Dr. William Allen Pusey, a physician from Chicago.
    • Colby College: Honored George M. Reynolds, a New York lawyer.
    • Wheaton College: Granted an honorary degree to Mary M. Crawford, Dean of the Boston University School of Social Work.
    • University of New Hampshire: Celebrated with Dr. James W. Atkins, Dean of the College of Engineering, receiving an honorary degree.

Additional Notes:

  • The article mentions the names of other degree recipients at various institutions, along with their accomplishments.
  • The clipping also includes an advertisement for the Press Clipping Service, indicating that the article was likely saved for its relevance to the individual or organization mentioned in the article.

The overall theme of the article is the celebration of academic achievements and the recognition of individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated June 17, 1941. The primary headline reads: "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N.E. Colleges Hold Commencements."

Key Points:

Main Article:

  • Leverett Saltonstall, a noted figure from New Brighton, received an honorary degree of Doctor of Laws at Brown University's 190th commencement.
  • Saltonstall was praised for his integrity, leadership, and contributions to public service.
  • He was the commencement speaker at the University of New Hampshire, where he received an honorary Doctor of Laws degree.
  • The article details various honorary degrees awarded at different New England colleges during their commencements.

Honorary Degrees at New England Colleges:

The article lists numerous individuals who received honorary degrees from various institutions. Here are some of the honorees and their respective institutions:

  • Bates College:

    • Fred H. Brown, former Governor and U.S. Senator
    • Frank W. Buxton, editor of the Boston Herald

  • Bowdoin College:

    • Henry A. Wallace, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture
    • George David Birkhoff, mathematician

  • Colby College:

    • Henry Noble MacCracken, President of Vassar College
    • James Phinney Baxter, historian

  • Dartmouth College:

    • Henry T. E. Hertzberg, physician
    • John Sloan Dickey, President of Dartmouth College

  • Middlebury College:

    • Carl Sandburg, poet and biographer
    • Walter Hard, journalist and poet

  • University of Vermont:

    • Allan R. Brown, former Governor of Vermont
    • Charles Seymour, President of Yale University

  • Wheaton College:

    • Ernest Martin Hopkins, former President of Dartmouth
    • Robert P. Bass, former Governor of New Hampshire

  • Williams College:

    • Leverett Saltonstall, the main focus of the article

Additional Information:

  • The article also mentions that commencement exercises were held at many other institutions such as Trinity College, Tufts College, and more.
  • William P. Burnham received a posthumous degree from Boston University.

Press Clipping Service Note:

At the top right corner, it is marked as a press clipping service document from the Boston Herald, dated June 17, 1941.

Additional Context:

The article provides a snapshot of the academic honors and recognition given to prominent individuals in 1941, reflecting the societal values and achievements of the time.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Press Clipping Service, dated June 17, 1941, and published by the Herald in Boston, Massachusetts. The headline reads "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N.E. College Hold Commencements."

The article describes the conferring of honorary degrees at various New England colleges, including Williams College, where Senator Leverett Saltonstall received an honorary degree. The clipping also lists numerous other recipients of honorary degrees from several institutions:

  1. Williams College:

    • Leverett Saltonstall, Senator from Massachusetts.
    • Vannevar Bush, President of the Carnegie Institution.
    • George E. Allen, President of the Allen-Bradley Company.

  2. University of Vermont:

    • Allan Knight Chalmers, author.
    • Charles A. Beard, historian.
    • Dr. Edward R. Stettinius, Jr., President of U.S. Steel.

  3. Trinity College:

    • George C. Marshall, U.S. Army Chief of Staff.
    • Harold I. Stassen, former Governor of Minnesota.

  4. Smith College:

    • Dr. Henry L. Stimson, former U.S. Secretary of State.

  5. Brown University:

    • Dr. Glenn Frank, former President of the University of Wisconsin.
    • Wendell Willkie, presidential candidate.

  6. Middlebury College:

    • Dr. Thomas H. Benton, former President of the University of Illinois.

  7. Colby College:

    • Dr. William Howard Taft, former U.S. President.

  8. Wheaton College:

    • Dr. Charles E. Merriam, political scientist.

  9. University of New Hampshire:

    • Dr. Richard M. Fleming, former Governor of Ohio.

  10. Amherst College:

    • Dr. Mildred C. McAfee, President of Wellesley College.

The clipping also mentions the conferring of degrees at other colleges, such as the University of Vermont, where the highest honors were awarded to recipients like Dr. Charles A. Beard. Additionally, it highlights the commencement speeches and notable events at these institutions. The article includes a brief mention of the political and academic backgrounds of the honorary degree recipients.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Herald, dated June 17, 1941. The headline reads "Salthall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N.E. College Hold Commencements," indicating that several New England colleges were conferring honorary degrees during their graduation ceremonies.

The article begins by mentioning that nearly a score of New England colleges held commencement exercises, with many conferring honorary degrees. It highlights that the ceremonies were held despite the ongoing war, with some colleges receiving congratulatory addresses from government officials.

The main section lists various individuals who received honorary degrees from different colleges, including:

  • Williams College: Leverett Saltonstall, Governor of Massachusetts; Vannevar Bush, President of the Carnegie Institution of Washington; and others.
  • University of Vermont: Allan Knight Champlin, author; and others.
  • Trinity College: George C. Marshall, Secretary of State; and others.
  • Smith College: Notable recipients included Mary Anderson, author, and Mary McLeod Bethune, educator.
  • Brown University: Various prominent individuals, including several educators and authors.
  • Middlesex College: Notable recipients such as Thomas H. Eaton.
  • Wellesley College: Notable recipients included Mildred H. McAfee.
  • Colby College: Included several notable educators and authors.
  • New Hampshire College: Included individuals like Walter G. Brown.

The article also includes a section on the financial aspects of college education, noting that funds from the alumni and public are crucial for colleges to continue their operations and education during the war.

The clipping is part of a Press Clipping Service from 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from June 17, 1941, featuring several articles related to graduations and honors from New England colleges.

Top Article:

  • The headline reads "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N.E. College Hold Commemorations."
  • It describes the commencement ceremonies held at various New England colleges where numerous graduates received honorary degrees.
  • Notable recipients include:
    • Governor Leverett Saltonstall of Massachusetts, who received an honorary degree from Williams College.
    • Various other distinguished individuals, including Allen Knight Champlin from the University of Vermont, and several others from institutions like Brown University, Smith College, and others.

Middle Section:

  • Lists names and affiliations of individuals who received honorary degrees from several colleges across New England, including:
    • Williams College: Leverett Saltonstall, Governor.
    • Brown University: Governor Leverett Saltonstall, various professors and dignitaries.
    • Smith College: Various notable figures, including Mary L. Martin.
    • Middlebury College: William P. Maclay, among others.
    • Dartmouth College: Henry C. Field.
    • University of Vermont: Allen Knight Champlin.
    • Colby College: Notable individuals including William A. Nelson.
    • Tufts College: Several distinguished members.
    • Wheaton College: Walter P. Mahoney.
    • University of New Hampshire: Robert M. Plumley.

Additional Notes:

  • There is a detailed list of individuals and their respective colleges, indicating their achievements and recognition at the commencement ceremonies.

Bottom Left:

  • The bottom-left corner has a smaller article from the Press Clipping Service about the commencement of Middlebury College, highlighting the graduation of 176 students and the presence of notable guests.

Bottom Right:

  • A brief note on the commencement of Wheaton College, mentioning the graduation of several students, including the President of the United States, Franklin D. Roosevelt.

The clipping captures a momentous occasion in the academic calendar, celebrating the achievements and honors bestowed upon graduates and notable figures from various New England colleges.

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The image shows an old newspaper page featuring three articles related to college commencements and honorary degrees in New England.

  1. The top article is titled "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N. E. College Hold Commencements." It discusses commencements held at New England colleges where many honorary degrees were conferred. It highlights Saltonstall's receipt of an honorary degree at Williams College and mentions other notable graduates and honorary degree recipients, including diplomats and professors. The article notes various events and details about the ceremonies at multiple institutions such as Williams College, Wellesley College, and Middlebury.

  2. The bottom left article, titled "N.E. Colleges Confer Many Honor Degrees," lists numerous individuals who received honorary degrees at New England colleges. It includes names and titles of recipients from several institutions like Williams, University of Vermont, Smith College, Brown University, Colby College, Wheaton College, and others. The article mentions their professional backgrounds and achievements.

  3. The right-hand article appears to be a continuation or related piece focusing on an individual named William P. Burnham, a prominent manufacturing executive. It briefly outlines his career achievements and his role as president of the Associated Alumni for the next two years, and it describes his educational background and contributions.

The page is from the "Press Clipping Service" located in Boston, Massachusetts, and is dated June 17, 1941. The content reflects formal announcements and recognitions associated with academic honors and leadership roles in New England academic institutions during that period.

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This is an image of a vintage newspaper clipping from what appears to be a press clipping service. The clipping is from the "Boston Herald," according to the header at the top, and it's dated "JUN 17 1941," as marked by a stamped date in the bottom right corner.

The main headline of the clipping reads, "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N. E. College Hold Commencements." It discusses a series of commencement exercises at various New England colleges during which honorary degrees were conferred, including a notable figure—Saltonstall—who received a degree at Williams College.

Below the main article, there is a larger headline, "N. E. COLLEGES CONFER MANY HONOR DEGREES." This section appears to list individuals who received honorary degrees from various colleges in New England, with the names of the recipients as well as their respective colleges and the degrees conferred.

The general context implies that this was a relevant time for higher education, with various ceremonies and recognitions taking place. There are several columns of text packed with information.

The physical condition of the clipping suggests it has aged, with some discoloration, and it has holes on the left side, indicating it was likely stored in a binder or folder. The clipping also includes the name and address of the press clipping service that provided it: "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass."

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The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping titled "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams As Many N.E. Colleges Hold Commencements." The article appears to be from a newspaper, likely The Boston Herald, dated June 17, 1941, as indicated by a stamp in the top right corner. The clipping is part of a Press Clipping Service from Boston, Mass., as noted in the header.

Key Details from the Image:

Headline and Context:

  • The headline announces that Leverett Saltonstall, a notable figure, received an honorary degree at Williams College during commencement exercises.
  • The article highlights that many New England colleges held commencements, with a focus on honorary degrees conferred.

Content Overview:

  1. Saltonstall's Honor:

    • Leverett Saltonstall, described as a petite member of Belgium, was awarded an honorary degree at Brown University in 1936.
    • He is noted for his victory against the Allies during World War I, suggesting a historical or political context.

  2. Commencement Details:

    • The article mentions that nearly 300 graduates received degrees at the New England College commencement.
    • The event was marked by rich academic traditions, including a marching band, honorary degrees, and addresses by notable figures.
    • A democratic address was given by Dr. Paul van Zeeland, former Prime Minister of Belgium.

  3. Honorary Degree Recipients:

    • The article lists many individuals who received honorary degrees from various New England colleges, including:
      • Leverett Saltonstall (Governor of Massachusetts).
      • Allan Knight Chalmers (author and educator).
      • Charles Sidney Burbank (U.S. Navy officer).
      • Mary Anderson (actress).
      • Paul van Zeeland (former Prime Minister of Belgium).
      • Dr. Paul van Zeeland (again mentioned).
      • Other notable figures from various fields such as education, politics, and the arts.

  4. Additional News:

    • The article also includes a section titled "N.E. Colleges Confer Many Honor Degrees," listing recipients of honorary degrees from multiple institutions, including:
      • Williams College
      • University of Vermont
      • Middlebury College
      • Wheaton College
      • ** Colby College**
      • Brown University
    • Each recipient is briefly described, often noting their professional achievements or contributions.

  5. Other Sections:

    • The article includes a subheading "Honors Given the College," detailing financial contributions and gifts to the college, such as:
      • A $100,000 gift from an alumnus.
      • A $75,000 gift for a new dormitory.
      • Other donations and endowments.

Design and Layout:

  • The clipping is formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with columns of text and clear headings.
  • The top right corner features a stamp indicating the Press Clipping Service and the date (June 17, 1941).
  • The bottom left includes a header: "N.E. Colleges Confer Many Honor Degrees," followed by a list of recipients.

Visual Condition:

  • The image appears slightly faded, with some discoloration and minor stains, typical of aged newspaper clippings.
  • There are two black dots near the top left corner, likely artifacts from scanning or handling.

Summary:

This newspaper clipping provides a historical account of commencement ceremonies at New England colleges in 1941, focusing on honorary degrees awarded to notable individuals, including Leverett Saltonstall. It also highlights financial contributions to the colleges and offers a glimpse into the academic and social events of the time. The article is part of a press clipping service from Boston, Mass., dated June 17, 1941.

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This image is a page from a newspaper clipping service from 1941. The page contains two articles about college commencements and honorary degrees awarded to notable individuals. The first article is titled "Saltonstall Receives Degree at Williams" and discusses the honorary degree ceremony at Williams College, where the former governor of Massachusetts, Robert Saltonstall, received an honorary degree. The second article is titled "N.E. Colleges Confer Many Honor Degrees" and provides a list of individuals who received honorary degrees from various colleges in the New England region. The page also includes a small white sticker with the text "Press Clipping Service Boston, Mass." at the top right corner.