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The image is a page from "The Museum News," dated November 1, 1943. The page is divided into several sections:

1. Personals:

   • A War Honor section mentions Frank Rizzi, who has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for more than 200 hours of operational flying in the New Guinea area.
   • General information about Samuel Harden Church, president of Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, who died at the age of 85.

2. Staff Changes:

   • General changes include the resignation of Miss Mildred E. Manter as director of the Children's Museum in Boston, with Miss Elsie N. Boyle acting as director.
   • Miss Elizabeth Root was appointed as assistant curator at the Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences.
   • A. Everett Austin, Jr., director of the Wadsworth Atheneum, has been granted leave for six months, with Mrs. Florence Paull Berger acting as director.

3. Art:

   • John Rogers Cox was awarded third prize at the Carnegie Institute's exhibition "Painting in the United States."
   • Henry White Taylor, director of the Clearwater Art Museum, died at the age of 44.
   • Miss Dorothy Anne Jones was appointed assistant to the director at the Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts.

4. History:

   • Walter Romeyn Benjamin, a collector and founder of "The Collector" magazine, died at the age of 89.
   • R. W. Albright is acting curator of the Historical Society of Berks County, Reading.

5. Science:

   • N. T. Clark, director of the Swope Park Zoo, died at the age of 56.
   • George Graves was appointed editor of the Botanical Gardens Section of Parks and Recreation.
   • John S. Higgins, Jr., who had been, is not completed in the text.

This image is a page from "The Museum News," dated November 1, 1943. The page is numbered 3 and contains sections labeled "Personals," "Staff Changes," "Art," "History," and "Science." Each section provides updates and information about various individuals and their roles in different museums and institutions.

• Personals: This section mentions a war honor for Frank Rizzi, a staff member of the New York Zoological Society who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. It also notes the passing of Samuel Harden Church, president of the Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, and includes other general news items.

• Staff Changes: This section provides updates on staff changes at various museums, including the Children’s Museum in Boston, the Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences, the Albright Art Gallery in Buffalo, the Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, the Denver Art Museum, the Portland Art Museum, the Sheldon Swope Art Gallery in Terre Haute, Indiana, the St. Paul Gallery and School of Art, and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond.

• Art: This section includes information about John Rogers Cox, who won third prize at the Carnegie Institute’s exhibition "Painting in the United States." It also mentions the passing of Henry White Taylor, director of the Clearwater Art Museum in Florida, and the appointment of Mrs. Ladusca W. Wilson as custodian and "housekeeper" of the Thorne miniature American rooms.

• History: This section notes the passing of Walter Romeyn Benjamin, a collector of old manuscripts and the founder of "The Collector," a magazine for autograph collectors.

• Science: This section includes updates on various scientific institutions and individuals, such as the appointment of George M. Reed as acting director of the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, the retirement of Harold T. Clement from the Buffalo Museum of Science, and the appointment of John Laurence Kask as associate curator of fishes at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco.

The page is densely packed with text and provides a snapshot of the activities and changes in the museum and cultural sectors during the early 1940s.

This image displays page 3 of “THE MUSEUM NEWS” dated November 1, 1943. The page is formatted in three columns and is dedicated to personnel updates, staff changes, and obituaries within the museum and cultural sector during that period.

Main Sections:

PERSONALS

This section is subdivided by category:

• War Honor

  • Frank Rizzi (New York Zoological Society) received the Distinguished Flying Cross for over 200 hours of combat flying in the New Guinea area after enlisting post-Pearl Harbor.

• General

  • Samuel Harden Church (president of Carnegie Institute, Pittsburgh, 1914–1943) died October 11, aged 85. He also led the Carnegie Library, Music Hall, and Institute of Technology.
  • John Rogers Cox, former director of Sheldon Swope Art Gallery, won third prize at the Carnegie Institute’s Painting in the United States exhibition.
  • Henry White Taylor, director of Clearwater Art Museum and president of the Florida Federation of Arts, died October 3, aged 44.
  • Mrs. Ladusca W. Wilson became custodian of the Thorne miniature American rooms, which were on tour.
  • Walter Romeyn Benjamin, collector of old manuscripts since 1887 and founder of The Collector magazine, died September 28, aged 89.

• History

  • N. T. Clark, director of Swope Park Zoo (Kansas City, 1919–1942), died August 14, aged 56.
  • George Graves was appointed editor of the Botanical Gardens section of Parks and Recreation during Henry T. Skinner’s military service.
  • John S. Higgins, Jr. died July 26, aged 93, after 30 years as curator of the crustacean department at the Natural History Museum, San Diego.

• Science

  • Nathaniel Julius Reich, former assistant curator at the University Museum, Philadelphia, died October 5, aged 61.
  • Charles H. Sternberg, honored staff member of the Natural History Museum, San Diego, died July 20, aged 93.

STAFF CHANGES

GENERAL

• Children’s Museum, Boston: Miss Mildred E. Manter resigned; Miss Elsie N. Boyle becomes acting director (she has been at the museum since 1925).
• Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences: Miss Elizabeth Root appointed assistant curator Sept. 1; focuses on youth programs.

ART

• Albright Art Gallery, Buffalo: Katharine B. Neilson (formerly associate professor at Wheaton College) appointed curator of education.
• Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts: Miss Dorothy Anne Jones (former acting curator at Pennsylvania Academy) appointed assistant to the director.
• Denver Art Museum: Miss Margery Bedinger appointed research associate in Indian art.
• Portland Art Museum, Ore.: Leon Craig appointed superintendent.
• Sheldon Swope Art Gallery, Terre Haute, Ind.: John Rogers Cox resigned to devote himself to painting.
• St. Paul Gallery and School of Art: Montfort Dunn returned to staff as gallery director and head of exhibits and publicity.
• Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond: Hans van Weeren-Griek continues as curator of education.

HISTORY

• Historical Society of Berks County, Reading: R. W. Albright acting curator during Gurney Clemens’ military service.

SCIENCE

• Barrett Park Zoo, Staten Island: Patricia O’Connor (Mrs. John L. Haloran, Jr.) appointed veterinarian.
• Brooklyn Botanic Garden: George M. Reed appointed acting director following C. Stuart Gager’s death August 9.
• Buffalo Museum of Science: Harold T. Clement retired after decades of service (executive secretary 1926, curator of education 1928, assistant treasurer 1929). Ellisworth Jaeger appointed curator of natural science and education, also acting curator of education, executing secretary, and assistant treasurer.
• California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco: John Laurence Kask appointed associate curator of fishes and acting head of ichthyology during Wilbert M. Chapman’s leave for the Office of Economic Warfare. Dr. Kask will divide time between departments.
• Natural History Museum, San Diego: Robert J. Menzies joined the department; George A. Montague (secretary to the director since 1928) retired; Lewis W. Walker joined as curator of exhibits.

Overall Context

This publication captures a snapshot of the U.S. museum field during World War II. It reflects the impact of the war on staffing (e.g., military service, leave for war efforts), retirements, promotions, and institutional transitions. The tone is formal, factual, and commemorative, particularly in honoring those who passed away or were honored for service. The page underscores the interconnectedness of institutions and personnel across the country during a transformative historical moment.

The image depicts a page from a magazine or newsletter, likely from the mid-20th century, given the date "November 1, 1943" at the top left corner. The page is divided into several sections, each with a heading and multiple subheadings.

The first section, titled "PERSONALS," contains several subsections detailing various appointments, resignations, and personal news related to individuals associated with museums and educational institutions.

Under "WAR HONOR," there is a brief mention of Frank Rizzoli, who was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for his service in the New Guinea area.

The "GENERAL" subsection lists several changes in staff positions across different institutions. Notable entries include Mildred E. Manter being appointed as director of the Children's Museum in Boston, and Miss Elsie N. Boyle being appointed assistant curator at the Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences.

The "ART" subsection mentions appointments and changes in art-related positions, such as John Rogers Cox being appointed director of the Sheldon Swope Art Gallery.

The "HISTORY" subsection reports on the passing of Walter Romeyn Benjamin, a collector and editor, and the appointment of new curators and directors in historical and natural history museums.

The "SCIENCE" subsection includes news about the appointment of new directors and curators in scientific institutions, such as the Brooklyn Botanic Garden and the California Academy of Sciences.

Overall, the page serves as a record of personnel changes and significant events within the museum and educational sectors during that period.

The image is a page from a magazine or journal, likely published in the mid-20th century, based on the date at the top of the page, "November 1, 1943." The page is divided into several sections, each with a heading: "PERSONALS," "STAFF CHANGES," "HISTORY," and "SCIENCE."

Under "PERSONALS," there is a section titled "WAR HONOR" which mentions Frank Rizzi, who has been awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for operational flying in New Guinea. Another section lists "GENERAL" staff changes, including Mildred E. Manter resigning from the Children's Museum in Boston and Miss Elsie N. Boyle acting as director.

The "STAFF CHANGES" section lists various museums and institutions with changes in staff, including the Wadsworth Atheneum, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and others.

The "HISTORY" section mentions the death of Samuel Harden Church, the president of Carnegie Institute, and Walter Romeyn Benjamin, a collector of old manuscripts.

The "SCIENCE" section includes information about the death of N. T. Clark, director of the Swope Park Zoo, and George Graves, who has been appointed editor of the Botanical Gardens Section of Parks and Recreation during the absence of Henry T. Skinner.

The layout is formal and informative, typical of a publication that aims to keep its readers updated on the latest in museum and institutional affairs.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "The Museum News", dated November 1, 1943. The page is structured into several sections, each detailing personnel changes, staff updates, and historical notes related to various institutions and organizations. Here is a detailed description:

Header

• Date: November 1, 1943
• Title: "THE MUSEUM NEWS"
• Page Number: 3

Sections and Content

1. PERSONALS

This section highlights notable individuals and their achievements or roles.

• War Honor:

  • Frank Rizzi: A member of the New York Zoological Society, awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross for over 200 hours of operational flying in New Guinea after being listed as missing in action during the Pearl Harbor attack.

• General:

  • Samuel Harden Church: President of Carnegie Institute since 1919, has been appointed secretary of the board of trustees of the institute. He has also served as secretary of the Carnegie Institute of Technology and as head of the Carnegie Museum.

• Art:

  • John Rogers: Former director of the Sheldon Coxe Art Gallery, Terre Haute, Ind., won third prize at the Carnegie Institute's exhibition of Painting in the United States.
  • Henry White Taylor: Director of the Clearwater Art Museum, Fla., and president of the Florida Federation of Arts, died on October 3 at the age of 44 years.
  • Mrs. "Ladusca W." Wilson: Custodian and keeper of miniature American rooms at the Thorne Miniature Gallery, which are on circuit.

• History:

  • Walter Romney Benjamin: A collector of old manuscripts since 1887 and founder of The Collector, a magazine for autograph collectors, died on September 28 at the age of 89 years.

• Science:

  • N. T. Clark: Director of the Swope Park Zoo, Kansas City, from 1919 to 1942, died August 14 at the age of 50 years.
  • George Graves: Appointed editor of the Botanical Garden's edition of Parks and Recreation, during the absence of Henry T. Skinner, who is in the Engineers Aviation Cannon flag Branch of the army.
  • John S. Higgins, Jr.: Who had been...

2. STAFF CHANGES

This section outlines personnel changes across various institutions.

• General:

  • Children's Museum, Boston: Miss Mildred E. Manter has resigned as director since 1925, and Miss Elsie N. Boyle has been appointed assistant curator on September 1. She has been in charge of work with young people.
  • Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences: Miss Elizabeth Root was appointed assistant curator of September 1. She has been in charge of work with young people.

• Art:

  • Albright Art Gallery, Buffalo: Katharine B. Neilson, until recently associate professor of art at Wheaton College, has been appointed curator of education.
  • Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts: Miss Dorothy Anne Jones, formerly acting curator of the schools of the Fine Arts, has been appointed assistant director.
  • Denver Art Museum: Miss Margaret Bedinger has been appointed research associate in the department of Indian art.
  • Portland Art Museum, Ore.: Leon Craig has been appointed superintendent.
  • Swope Art Gallery, Terre Haute, Ind.: John Rogers Cox, director, has resigned to devote himself to painting.
  • St. Paul Gallery and School of Art, Montfort Dunn has returned to the staff as gallery director and will be in charge of exhibits and publicity.
  • Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond: Hans van Weeren-Grieks, curator of education since the position was established in 1940, has resigned to head the art department of Greenwich Country Day School. Miss Jeanne Begen will temporarily take over the Saturday classes for children, and Mrs. Jane Mead Perry will conduct the lecture series.
  • Edward Austin, Jr., Hartford: A. Wadsworth Athenum, director, has been granted leave of absence for six months to travel and study. Mrs. Florence Paul Berger, acting curator, has been appointed general director during Mr. Austin's absence.

• History:

  • Historical Society of Berks County: R. W. Albright is acting curator during the absence of Gurney Clemens, who is in the army.

• Science:

  • Barrett Park Zoo, Staten Island: Patricia O’Comor (Mrs. John L. Hal-loran, Jr.) has been appointed veterinarian.
  • Brooklyn Botanic Garden: George M. Reed, curator of plant pathology, has been appointed acting director, succeeding the late C. Stuart Gager, who died on August 9.
  • Buffalo Museum of Science: Harold T. Clement has retired after many years of service in several capacities. He became executive secretary in 1928, curator of education in 1929, and assistant treasurer in 1949. Nelson Jaeger, Hayes professor of natural science and acting curator of education, has been appointed curator of education, acting executive secretary, and assistant treasurer.
  • California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco: John Laurence Kask has been appointed associate curator of fishes, and will be acting head of the department of ichthyology while the curator, Wilbert M. Chapman, is on leave with the Office of Fisheries Specialist as senior economic warfare between the department and the Steinhart Aquarium.
  • Natural History Museum, San Diego: Robert J. Menzies, in charge of the crustacean department, has joined the navy. Mrs. George A. Montague, secretary to the director since 1928, has retired. Lewis W. Walker, curator of exhibits, has joined the marines.

Layout and Design

• The page is formatted in a clean, structured layout typical of a professional newsletter or journal.
• Text is organized into clear headings (Personals, Staff Changes, Art, History, Science) with subheadings for specific institutions.
• The font is typewriter-style, consistent with mid-20th-century printing practices.
• The page is numbered "3" at the top right corner, indicating it is part of a larger document.

Overall Impression

The page provides a comprehensive update on personnel changes, honors, and appointments across various museums, galleries, and scientific institutions. It reflects the organizational and administrative activities of the time, particularly during World War II, as indicated by mentions of military service and resignations due to wartime duties. The content is informative and targeted toward professionals and stakeholders in the museum and cultural sectors.

This image displays a scanned page from "The Museum News" dated November 1, 1943. It looks like a newsletter or a bulletin from a historical or archival source. The page has several sections:

"PERSONALS"
It contains brief news and updates about individuals related to zoological and historical institutions, mentioning awards, appointments, and military service.

"STAFF CHANGES"
This section lists new appointments and staff changes at various museums and institutions. It includes information about resignations, new positions, and acting directors.

"ART"
Announcements in this section pertain to staff changes and appointments in the art departments of museums, including curator and director positions.

"HISTORY"
In this section, there's mention of a person named Walter Romeyn Benjamin, a collector of manuscripts and autographs, and the mourning of the death of a person who played a significant role as a collector.

"SCIENCE"
This part includes news about a director of a park passing away, and appointments of individuals in various scientific positions in institutions.

Each brief note includes the name of the person involved, their position, and the institution they are associated with, as well as other pertinent information such as the reason for the change or a specific achievement.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "THE MUSEUM NEWS," dated November 1, 1943. The page number is 3. The content is divided into two main columns, with subheadings under the categories "PERSONALS" and "STAFF CHANGES."

Under "PERSONALS," there are sections labeled "War Honor," "General," "Art," "History," and "Science," detailing notable events such as awards, deaths, and appointments related to various individuals connected to museums and institutions.

The "STAFF CHANGES" section is organized into subcategories including "General," "Art," "History," and "Science." This section lists various appointments, resignations, and temporary assignments of museum staff and curators at different institutions across the United States.

Overall, the page provides news and updates about people involved in the museum and art community during the year 1943. The text is printed in a formal, serif font on off-white paper.

This is an excerpt from "The Museum News" publication dated November 1, 1943. The page is titled with headers "PERSONALS" and "STAFF CHANGES," with the content divided into categories such as "General," "Art," "History," and "Science." The document includes updates on various individuals within the museum and academic community, such as obituaries, appointments, promotions, resignations, leaves of absence, and other professional changes.

Relevant notes:

1. The "PERSONALS" section features a brief about individuals such as Frank Riczi receiving a Distinguished Flying Cross and Samuel Harden Church's passing.
2. In the "STAFF CHANGES: General" section, updates are provided for institutions like the Children's Museum, Staten Island Institute of Arts and Sciences, and others.
3. The "Art" section details new appointments at institutions such as the Albright Art Gallery, Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, and Denver Art Museum, among others.
4. Other notable pieces of information are under "History" and "Science," which report on appointments and roles in history societies, natural history museums, and related fields.

The text provides historical context about changes in museum and academic institutions during this period.