Archives Scrapbooks

This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or album, showcasing yellowed paper pages with newspaper clippings and handwritten annotations carefully arranged.

Main Content:

1. Top Clipping (Large):

   • A large clipping from the "HERALD TRIBUNE" dated "JANUARY 21, 1943" dominates the upper portion of the two-page spread.
   • It appears to be an obituary or tribute for Grenville Winthrop, detailing his life, character, death, and the disposition of his estate. The text includes mentions of his art collection, benefactions, and his connection to Harvard.

2. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • A smaller, more structured clipping under a printed heading: "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass."
   • Dated "Jan 29 1943", it is titled "CONDITIONAL BEQUEST TO HARVARD".
   • It reports that Harvard University will receive a $100,000 conditional bequest from the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, contingent on the university raising a matching $4,500,000. The funds were intended for the Fogg Art Museum, with $100,000 designated for the Woman’s Hospital in New York.
   • A handwritten note in cursive, signed "Grenville Winthrop Boston, mass", is visible on the clipping.

3. Bottom Right Clipping:

   • Another clipping from the "Press Clipping Service, 2 Park Square, Boston, Mass." with a stamped date of "JAN 28 1943".
   • Handwritten in pencil above the date is the word "Gazette".
   • The visible text of this article begins with the headline "Many Public Bequests In G. L. Winthrop Will" and mentions a bequest of approximately $4,500,000 to the "Grenville Lindall Winthrop" estate for Harvard's benefit and that of other institutions.

Overall Context:

The scrapbook pages document the public announcements and media coverage surrounding the death and will of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, a notable art collector and philanthropist, in January 1943. The clippings focus on the significant conditional bequest he left to Harvard University and his broader charitable legacy. The dated clippings, organized presentation, and handwritten notes suggest this was a curated collection compiled shortly after his death—likely by someone connected to his estate or the institutions involved. The materials reflect early 20th-century newspaper typography and scrapbooking practices.

The image shows a collection of historical newspaper clippings and articles, likely from the January 21, 1943, issue of the "Boston Herald Tribune." The pages are aged, with some text appearing faded or partially obscured. The articles cover various topics, including real estate listings, obituaries, and news regarding public bequests and charitable donations.

One of the articles mentions Grenville Lindall Winthrop, a retired banker from New York and Lenox, who passed away. The obituary discusses his life, achievements, and contributions to the community. It also mentions his will, which includes a $100,000 bequest to Harvard University for the Fogg Art Museum, with the remainder to be donated to the Women’s Hospital in New York.

The clippings also include a mention of a conditional bequest to the Harvard Art Museum, as well as other articles related to real estate and public donations. The articles appear to be part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents, possibly used for research or personal interest in historical events and figures.

This image shows a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings and press service notes, all related to Grenville L. Winthrop and his will. The page is from a scrapbook with a light brown, aged paper background. The clippings and notes are arranged in a collage format, with some overlapping.

1. Top Right Clipping: This is from the "Herald Tribune" dated January 21, 1943. It is an obituary for Grenville Winthrop, describing him as a noble gentleman with many benevolent qualities. It mentions his long presidency of Lenox Hospital in New York and his interest in art.

2. Bottom Left Clippings: There are two clippings from a "Press Clipping Service" in Boston, Massachusetts, dated January 29, 1943. One clipping is titled "CONDITIONAL BEQUEST TO HARVARD" and discusses a $100,000 conditional bequest to Harvard University from Winthrop's estate. The other clipping is about many public bequests in G.L. Winthrop's will, including bequests to the Lenox Library Association, Women's Hospital in New York, and the Century Club of New York.

3. Bottom Right Clipping: This is another clipping from a "Press Clipping Service" in Worcester, Massachusetts, dated January 28, 1943. It also discusses the many public bequests in G.L. Winthrop's will.

The clippings and notes are neatly arranged, with some handwritten annotations, such as "News Bureau Boston Mass" and "Gazette." The overall appearance suggests that this page was part of a carefully curated collection of news articles and press releases related to Grenville L. Winthrop's life and legacy.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine that is open, revealing several articles and advertisements. The page is slightly aged, with a yellowish tint and some creases. The articles are printed in black ink on a beige background, and the text is arranged in columns.

The top left corner of the page features a large headline that reads "NOLLS E. HOLL" in bold letters, followed by a smaller subheading that reads "IONORARY." Below this, there is a smaller headline that reads "BOSTON 1943."

To the right of this, there is a smaller article with a headline that reads "MARY A. WINTHROP." This article is followed by another smaller article with a headline that reads "PITTSFIELD, MASS."

Below these articles, there are several advertisements, including one for "Press Clipping Service" and another for "Many Public Bequests Will."

Overall, the page appears to be from a newspaper or magazine that was published in the early to mid-20th century, possibly in the 1940s. The articles and advertisements on the page suggest that it was focused on local news and events in the Boston area.

The image shows a newspaper clipping placed on an open book. The clipping is from the Herald Tribune, dated January 21, 1943, and contains an article about Grenville Winthrop, a retired banker. The article discusses Winthrop's generosity and his decision to donate his art collection to Harvard University, with a portion of the proceeds going to the Women's Hospital in New York. The clipping is placed on a page of an old book, with the text on the page appearing faded and aged. The book's spine is visible on the left side of the image, and there are additional notes and labels on the page, indicating that this is a clipping service.

The image depicts an open book, likely a newspaper or periodical, dated January 21, 1943, as indicated by the header at the top of the right page. The book appears to be part of a historical archive or collection, given its aged appearance and the handwritten annotations visible on the left page.

Key Features of the Image:

Left Page:

• Handwritten Annotations:
  The left page contains handwritten notes and markings, suggesting it has been used for research or reference purposes. The handwriting is visible in the margins and across the page, with some text circled or underlined.

• Printed Text:
  The printed text on the left page includes columns of dense, small print, typical of newspapers or periodicals from the early 20th century. The text is organized into multiple columns, with headlines and subheadings visible. Some of the visible text includes:

  • "Press Clipping Service" at the top, indicating this is part of a clipping archive.
  • "Pittsfield, Mass." and "Boston, Mass." are noted, suggesting the source or location of the clipping.
  • "JAN 29 1943" is written in the margin, likely indicating when the clipping was filed or reviewed.
  • "CONDITIONAL BEQUEST TO HARVARD" is a prominent headline, referring to a news article about a bequest to Harvard University.

Right Page:

• Printed Article:
  The right page features a printed article titled "Many Public Bequests In G. L. Winthrop Will", dated January 21, 1943. The article discusses the will of George Arthur Plimpton Winthrop, detailing various bequests and donations he left, including:

  • A bequest to Harvard University.
  • Contributions to museums, libraries, and hospitals.
  • Specific amounts allocated to institutions such as the Woman’s Hospital in New York and the Fogg Art Museum.

• Headline and Subheadings:
  The article is structured with clear subheadings and paragraphs, providing detailed information about the will’s provisions. The text is dense and formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of print and some italicized or bolded sections for emphasis.

General Observations:

• Condition of the Book:
  The book shows signs of age, with yellowed pages and slight wear, indicating it is a historical document. The spine is visible, and the pages are slightly curled at the edges.

• Annotations and Usage:
  The presence of handwritten notes suggests the book has been used for research, possibly by a historian, archivist, or researcher studying the period or the subject matter of the articles.

Contextual Inferences:

• The document appears to be part of a press clipping service, as indicated by the header on the left page. Such services were common in the early to mid-20th century for collecting and organizing news articles for research or reference purposes.
• The focus on bequests and wills suggests the book may belong to a collection related to legal documents, philanthropy, or historical records of notable individuals and their contributions to institutions.

In summary, the image shows a historical newspaper or periodical from January 21, 1943, featuring an article about the will of George Arthur Plimpton Winthrop, with handwritten annotations indicating its use for research or archival purposes. The document reflects the style and format of mid-20th-century newspapers and press clipping services.

• A vintage scrapbook page with several old newspaper clippings pasted onto brown, aged paper.
• The top portion features a large folded clipping with dense columns of text (some text appears upside down in the photo) that looks like a newspaper page, possibly from the Herald Tribune.
• Along the bottom are smaller rectangular clippings and notes, including “Press Clipping Service” blocks and date stamps (e.g., January 29, 1943) from Boston/Worcester, Mass.
• The page shows typical aging: yellowed paper, torn edges, and a binding edge on the left.

The image shows a scrapbook-like page containing several newspaper clippings attached to a yellowed paper background. The clippings, dating from the 1940s, feature articles and obituaries, some focused on "Grenville Winthrop" and his financial bequests, including mentions of Harvard University. There are stamps and labels from a "Press Clipping Service" in Boston, Massachusetts, with dates like "January 29, 1943" and "January 28, 1943." One of the articles prominently mentions a conditional bequest to Harvard from the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop. The page has visible signs of aging with darker stains and a faded appearance. A partially folded clipping covers part of the content, and the arrangement suggests archival preservation.

This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings pasted onto a page of what appears to be a scrapbook or journal. Some of the large text visible includes "Press Clipping Service," "Many Public Bequests," and "CONDITIONAL BEQUEST TO HARVARD." The date "JAN 29 1943" is stamped on one of the clippings, suggesting that the articles are from around this time period. The content of the articles is not fully legible in the image provided, but they appear to pertain to bequests, wills, and donations, specifically mentioning Harvard University and a sum of money. Additionally, there is reference to an individual by the name of "I. G. L. Winthrop" and mentions of public bequests and their conditions. There are various articles and portions of articles, implying that the person who curated the page was interested in collecting information related to these topics. The page itself shows signs of aging, with some discoloration and wear.

This image shows a scrapbook page with several old newspaper clippings carefully pasted onto it. The clippings contain text-heavy content and appear to be related to a specific individual or topic, dated around January 1943.

• At the top of the page, there is a large article from the "Herald Tribune" dated January 31, 1943, discussing a figure named Greville Winthrop. The clipping is visibly yellowed with age and the text includes references to art, generosity, and institutions such as Harvard and museums.
• Beneath this central article, there are smaller cut-out newspaper clippings pasted neatly in rows. These clippings have different font sizes and styles, including a few headings such as "Press Clipping Service," "Conditional Bequest to Harvard," and "Many Public Bequests in G. L. Winthrop Will.”
• The surrounding smaller clippings include official announcements about bequests and wills, mentioning significant monetary amounts and charitable contributions, including to Harvard University, hospitals, and art museums.
• The page's edges show signs of wear and age, with some light creases and discoloration typical of old paper.
• The scrapbook itself has a dark fabric or leather binding visible on the right side.

Overall, the page appears to be a collection of press clippings focusing on the legacy, lifespan, and philanthropic contributions of Greville L. Winthrop dating mainly from late January 1943.