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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1941-October 1943

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Monitor, dated Thursday, November 19, 1942. The articles cover various topics related to World War II efforts and community activities in New England.

  1. Headline and Image:

    • The headline at the top reads "New England—Their Club."
    • The image shows three women, identified as Mrs. Merrill F. Waterman, Mrs. Maybelle H. Brown, and Mrs. George G. Hyland. They are representatives participating in the two-day New England Conference of State Federations of Business and Professional Women's Clubs.
  2. Articles:

    • Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks:

      • This article discusses a call by Whitney Harb, Regional Director of the War Production Board, for Boston banks to lead a drive to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces. Harb emphasizes the importance of clear, legible typewriters for communication in the war effort. He praises the patriotic precedents set by New England banks and encourages the banking industry to support the war effort by collecting typewriters.
    • Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston’s Ward 14 Star Donor:

      • This article reports on the successful tin can collection for November, with Ward 14 in Dorchester being the largest contributor with 33,397 pounds of tin. The collection is part of a conservation effort to gather materials for war industries. The article also mentions the importance of salvaging scrap metal and the voluntary nature of the collection efforts. It highlights the cooperation between women's committees and stores in collecting stockings and other materials.
  3. Additional Information:

    • The article mentions the collection of silk and nylon hosiery for the war effort, emphasizing that no new or wearable stockings should be turned in. It also discusses the importance of washing stockings before turning them in and the voluntary nature of the collection efforts.

Overall, the newspaper clipping highlights community efforts and patriotic contributions during World War II, focusing on material collections and the role of various organizations in supporting the war effort.

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The image is a page from the November 19, 1942 edition of the Christian Science Monitor, specifically focusing on news related to New England. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Headline Articles:

  1. "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor"

    • Content: This article describes a successful tin can collection drive in Boston's Ward 14 for the war effort. The drive collected tin cans for use in various war industries.
    • Details:
      • The collection started modestly but gained significant momentum.
      • Over a week, the collections grew rapidly, with the final day seeing a substantial contribution of 39,997 pounds.
      • Tin cans were melted down and turned into useful materials like silk and nylon for hosiery salvage, and rayon for clothing.
      • The community and local officials praised the voluntary efforts, noting that the buildings' residents and local salvage committees were highly cooperative.
      • George G. Hyland, Commissioner of Boston’s Public Works, highlighted the need for continuous collection due to the high demand for materials in the war industry.
  2. "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks"

    • Content: Boston banks were urged to lead a campaign to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces.
    • Details:
      • The initiative was promoted by Whitley Harb, Assistant to the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board, during a luncheon meeting.
      • The goal was to replace typewriters in offices with hand-written scratches to save sharp, legible typewriters for the war effort.
      • Harb emphasized the need for businesses to contribute, mentioning that New England banks were already doing a significant amount for the war effort.
      • The collected typewriters would be refurbished and distributed to soldiers and sailors.

Illustrations:

  • The page features illustrations of the representatives attending the two-day New England Conference of State Federations:
    • Mrs. John M. Pierce, Springfield, VT, Chairman of Public Works
    • Mrs. Fielder, VI, Chairman of Industry and Agriculture
    • Mrs. Merrill F. the New England Conference
    • Mrs. Maybelle H. Brown, Waterville

Additional Elements:

  • There is a small section titled "Radio Timetable" at the bottom right, likely listing radio program schedules.

The overall theme of the articles is community involvement and contributions to the war effort during World War II, highlighting both local and broader initiatives in New England.

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The image is a page from the November 13, 1942 edition of the Boston Evening Monitor. The page contains two main articles and a smaller article on the right side.

  1. Main Headline: "And New England—Their Club"

    • This headline is accompanied by a photo of several men in suits, likely representatives from various New England states.
    • The article discusses the two-day New England Conference of State Federations in Boston, highlighting the attendees and their roles:
      • Mr. John M. Pierce, Chairman of Literature, Springfield, VT.
      • Mrs. Merrill F. Brown, Waterville, ME, and others.
    • The article emphasizes the collaborative effort of New England states in supporting the war effort.
  2. Article: "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor"

    • This article focuses on the efforts of Boston's Ward 14, led by Commissioner George G. Hyland, to collect tin cans for the war effort.
    • Ward 14 has collected over 33,397 pounds of tin cans, the largest contribution in Boston.
    • The War Production Board (WPB) is encouraging the collection of tin cans and other materials like rubber, silk, and nylon for the war effort.
    • The article mentions the WPB's director, William Averill Harriman, who stated that "vast amounts" of tin are needed for the war.
    • The article also includes a quote from the WPB's Regional Salvage Director, emphasizing the urgency and importance of the collection.
  3. Smaller Article on the Right: "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks"

    • This article discusses the call for Boston banks to take the lead in a drive to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces.
    • The drive is organized by the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board, Mr. Whitney Harb.
    • Harb urges banks to participate, stating that the drive is vital for the war effort and that the typewriters will be used to replace handwritten records with typed ones.
    • The article highlights the importance of the typewriters in improving efficiency and reducing the need for manual labor in the military.

The page reflects the community and industrial efforts during World War II, emphasizing the collection of materials and resources to support the war effort.

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The image is a page from the Boston-based newspaper "The Boston Daily Monitor," dated November 13, 1944. The page contains several articles related to wartime efforts and community activities.

  1. Headline Article: "Ratling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor"

    • The article discusses the tin can collection for the month of November, which is Boston's Public Works Commissioner George G. Hyland's fourth day.
    • Ward 14, Dorchester, has made the largest contribution, with 33,997 cans collected.
    • The collected cans will be used to make munitions for the war effort, with the aim of salvaging scrap metal from old buildings that haven't been demolished.
    • The War Production Board has urged that buildings be torn down to use the scrap metal.
  2. Article: "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks"

    • This article discusses a drive to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces, spearheaded by the New England Regional War Production Board.
    • The campaign is aimed at replacing hand-written orders with typed ones, saving time and effort.
    • The banks are urged to participate and contribute to the drive, with the suggestion that they can sell bonds to raise funds for the campaign.
    • The article mentions a precedent set by the Boston banks during the war, where they helped collect scrap metal and other materials.
  3. Side Note: "New England's Representatives in Boston"

    • Lists representatives participating in the New England Conference of State Federations, including John M. Pierce, Chairman of Literature, Mrs. Maybelle H. Brown, and others.
  4. Side Note: "New Best Time"

    • Mentions that the buildings must be torn down sooner or later to salvage the materials, and the War Production Board encourages this process.
  5. Radio Timetable:

    • Includes a small section at the bottom right corner that lists various radio programs and their times, indicating a timetable for the day's radio schedule.

The articles reflect the community's involvement in the war effort through scrap metal and typewriter collections, emphasizing the importance of cooperation and resourcefulness during wartime.

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The image is a page from a newspaper dated November 13, 1942, titled "Once Monitor, Boston, Thursday." The page contains several articles focused on wartime efforts and community initiatives in New England.

  1. Top Left Section (And New England - Their Club):

    • This section mentions representatives from various states participating in the New England Conference of State Federations. Notable individuals include Mr. John M. Pierce from Springfield, VT, and Mr. Merrill F. Bovey from Waterville.
  2. Top Right Section (Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks):

    • This article discusses Boston banks urging people to donate 600,000 typewriters to the armed forces through a campaign led by Whitney Harb, the assistant director of the New England Regional War Production Board. Harb emphasizes the importance of these drives to help with the war effort by ensuring that vital orders are met.
  3. Main Left Section (Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor):

    • The headline focuses on the tin can collection drive for the New England Public Works Commission. It notes that Ward 14, specifically Dorchester, has been the largest contributor with over $3,300. The article details the importance of salvaging materials like tin cans, scrap metal, and other items to support the war effort. It highlights the ongoing collection efforts and the need for continued contributions.
  4. Bottom Section (Radio Timetable):

    • This part of the image is cut off but indicates there are additional articles or information regarding radio timings, presumably related to wartime broadcasts or updates.

The overall context of the newspaper page highlights community engagement and collective efforts in supporting the war through various drives and initiatives.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper, the "Evening Monitor," published in Boston on Thursday, November 19, 1942. The main articles and sections on the page include:

  1. Headline and Main Article:

    • Title: "New England—Their Club"
    • The article features representatives from New England at a conference, including Mrs. John M. Pierce, Mr. Merrill F. Peirce, and Mrs. Maybelle H. Brown, along with their roles and contributions.
  2. Subsection: "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor"

    • Details the significant contributions of Ward 14 in Boston to a tin can collection drive, with George G. Hyland of the Public Works Commission reporting that this ward has provided the largest amount of tin cans. The article also mentions the need for continued collection of metal, rags, and other materials for the war effort. It highlights the role of the War Production Board (WPB) and the government's efforts in salvaging materials.
  3. Subsection: "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks"

    • Reports that Boston's banks are being urged to lead a drive to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces. Whitney Harb, Assistant to the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board, emphasized the importance of this initiative for the war effort. The article notes the response from the business community and the practical uses of typewriters in various military settings.
  4. Smaller Sections and Notices:

    • "New Best Time" - A notice about changes in the processing of materials for salvage, indicating that the new times are more efficient.
    • "Radio Timetable" - A schedule for radio programs, though the details are partially cut off in the image.

The overall theme of the page is focused on community efforts and initiatives in Boston to support the war, including material donations and resource drives. The articles emphasize the importance of public participation and the organization of these efforts by various local and governmental bodies.

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This image is of an old newspaper article from the "Christian Science Monitor," dated Thursday, November 19, 1942. The page contains several articles, with headlines such as "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks" and "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston’s Ward 14 Star Donor." The page covers topics relevant to the World War II era, with the typewriter drive aimed at collecting typewriters for the armed forces, and metal collection drives serving the war effort by repurposing metal for war industries. Articles mention the involvement of banks in the drives, the recycling of materials like rubber and rayon, and the importance of conservation and repurposing materials during wartime. The language used within the articles provides insight into the societal and economic conditions of the period, including an emphasis on patriotism and community effort in supporting the war.

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This image shows an old newspaper clipping from the "Science Monitor, Boston," dated Thursday, November 19, 194__. The clipping includes a partially visible headline at the top possibly related to New England clubs or organizations.

There are three women pictured near the top left; their faces have been blurred or pixelated. They are holding papers and wearing hats and dresses or suits, likely representing some organization or event.

To the right of the photo is an article titled "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks." The article discusses an initiative urging Boston’s banks to take the lead in collecting 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces during wartime, including commentary from Whitney Harbo of the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board.

Below the photo is another article titled "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston’s Ward 14 Star Donor," which talks about the collection of tin cans for war industries by Boston’s Public Works Commissioner George G. Hyland. It details how the cans are processed and emphasizes the importance of conserving materials during the war effort.

The clipping reflects a wartime home-front effort to support soldiers and the military through resource collection and recycling, with active participation from local organizations, banks, and individual citizens.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping from the Boston Evening Monitor, dated November 19, 1941. The clipping features several articles and headlines related to World War II and the efforts of women in Boston and New England to support the war effort.

The main headline reads "Rattling Good Can Collection" and discusses the upcoming fourth collection day for metal cans in Boston, which was expected to yield over 33,000 pounds of metal. The article highlights the contributions of women's organizations and the importance of conserving metal for war production.

Another article titled "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks" discusses the efforts of Boston banks to lead a campaign to collect 600,000 typewriters for the war production board. The article quotes Mr. Whitney Hark, the assistant to the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board, who emphasized the need for banks to take the lead in this campaign.

The clipping also includes a photograph of three women, possibly representatives from different organizations, attending a conference in Boston. The article mentions the involvement of Mrs. John M. Pierce, Mrs. H. Brown, and Mrs. Mill, the chairman of the Industry and Agriculture committee, in the conference.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the war efforts and the role of women in supporting the war production and conservation initiatives during World War II.

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The image is a scanned page from the Boston Evening Monitor, dated Thursday, November 19, 1942. The page features a mix of photographs and text, offering a glimpse into wartime activities and community efforts during World War II.

Photograph:

  • The photograph at the top left shows three women dressed in military-style uniforms, likely part of a women's auxiliary or volunteer organization. They appear to be engaged in some form of work or activity, possibly related to the war effort. The women are wearing caps and jackets, suggesting a formal or organized role. One woman is holding what appears to be a document or folder, indicating administrative or organizational tasks.

Headlines and Articles:

  1. "and New England—Their Club"

    • This headline suggests a focus on a club or organization, possibly related to New England or community efforts.
  2. "Rattling Good Can Collection; Boston's Ward 14 Star Donor"

    • This article discusses a successful tin can collection drive in Boston's Ward 14. It highlights the efforts of individuals and organizations in supporting the war effort by collecting and processing tin cans for industrial use. The article mentions George G. Hylan, who reported the largest contribution of tin from Boston to date, totaling 33,397 cans. It also details the process of melting down the cans and converting them into war materials.
  3. "Typewriter Drive May Be Led by Banks"

    • This article discusses a proposed typewriter drive, urging Boston's banks to lead the effort to collect 600,000 typewriters for the armed forces. The initiative is supported by the New England Regional Director of the War Production Board, William A. Cleary. The article emphasizes the importance of typewriters for military communication and operations, noting that they are crucial for writing clear, sharp, legible typewritten orders. It also mentions the role of banks in organizing the drive and highlights the potential impact on the war effort.

Additional Text:

  • The page includes smaller articles and snippets of text, such as:
    • Mrs. John M. Pierce, Springfield, VI; Chairman of Literature; Mrs. Chairwoman of Industry and Agriculture; Mrs. Merrill F., the New England Conference; Mrs. Maybellie H. Brown, Waterville – This appears to be a list of participants or officials at a conference.
    • Local salvage committees will co-operate with the stores collection plans – This indicates collaboration between local organizations and stores in collecting materials for the war effort.

Visual and Contextual Elements:

  • The layout is typical of a newspaper from the early 1940s, with dense text and a mix of photographs and headlines.
  • The content reflects the wartime atmosphere, emphasizing community involvement, resource collection, and support for the military through initiatives like the typewriter and tin can drives.
  • The mention of specific individuals, organizations, and locations (e.g., Boston, Ward 14, New England) situates the article within a local context, highlighting grassroots efforts during World War II.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of wartime civic engagement, showcasing how communities mobilized to support the war effort through organized drives and collections. The photograph of the women in uniforms underscores the role of women in these efforts, while the articles highlight the importance of resources like typewriters and tin cans in the broader context of the war. The page serves as a historical document illustrating the collective spirit and resourcefulness of Boston and New England during World War II.