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This image displays a single, aged page from the Harvard University Gazette, specifically page 180, which appears to have been clipped from a larger publication and stored in a folder or binder.

The page is dated by hand in blue ink at the top center: “Saturday May 5 1945”. Above this, two typewritten labels from the Boston News-Clip Bureau (located at 8 Bowditch Street, Boston, Mass.) indicate the page was collected as a news clipping. The right label is more visible and reads: “BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU / 8 Bowditch Street / Boston 8, Mass.”

The content of the page is an announcement of current exhibitions at Harvard University in May 1945, organized under three main headings:

1. UNIVERSITY LIBRARY

Details exhibitions in the Widener and Houghton Memorial Library buildings, including:

• Main Entrance Hall: “A World at War – the Pacific.”
• Widener Memorial Rooms: Exhibition of a Gutenberg Bible.
• Main Stair Landing: “A World at War – Early Propaganda and the German Buzz Bomb.”
• Ground Floor (Old Harvard Buildings):
  • Reading Room Hall: “A World at War – Europe.”
  • Theatre Collection: Photographs of film stars by Thomas Harrison Evans.
  • Poetry Room: Works by Stephen Hero and The Dubliners.
• Houghton Library (Hours: Mon–Fri 9 A.M.–5 P.M., Sat 9 A.M.–1 P.M.):
  • Exhibition Room: Illustrated Bird Books (covering 18th–20th centuries).
  • Keats Room: Manuscripts of Poems and Letters of John Keats.

2. HOUGHTON LIBRARY

A more detailed section highlights the “Exhibition of Illustrated Bird Books” (through June 15), focusing on “The Development of the Art, Eighteenth to Twentieth Centuries.” It notes the work of artists like Catesby, Bewick, Audubert, Wilson, and others, showcasing various printing techniques including woodcut, hand-colored engraving, lithography, chromo-lithography, colotype, and offset lithography.

3. FOGG ART MUSEUM

Announces two exhibitions:

• “Fogg Museum – 1895–1944” (Museum Class Exhibition, through June 16, Galleries XIII–XVI).
• A detailed description of the “Museum Class Exhibition” opening on May 5. This retrospective survey, organized by members of a museum work seminar under Professors Sachs and Rosenberg, will cover:
  • The museum’s development in four sections: a photographic history, the department of conservation and technical research (founded by Mr. Forbes), Mr. Sachs’s collection of drawings, and objects from the seminar’s 13 annual shows since the museum’s inception.
  • The exhibition will remain open until June 16.

Physical Characteristics:

• The page is yellowed with age and has some creases and minor stains.
• It is attached to other clippings with tape along the left edge.
• There is a small red ink mark (possibly a check or bracket) near the bottom left corner.
• The paper is mounted on a larger, slightly stiffer, cream-colored sheet of paper, which is in turn inside a green folder or book.

This clipping serves as a historical document, preserving information about cultural events at Harvard during the final months of World War II.

The image appears to be a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," a publication from 1945. The page is dated Saturday, May 5, 1945. It discusses exhibitions at Harvard University, specifically at the Widener and Houghton libraries, and at the Fogg Art Museum.

The text provides details about the current exhibitions at the Widener and Houghton libraries, including the Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library and the Houghton Library. It mentions specific exhibitions, such as "A World at War – the Pacific" and "A World at War – Europe," as well as other exhibits like "An exhibition of Incunabula in honor of the presentation of a Gutenberg bible by Mrs. Widener Dixon and George D. Widener," and "Photographs of Film Stars by the late Thomas Harrison Evans."

Additionally, the page mentions the "Exhibition of Illustrated Bird Books" at the Houghton Library, which runs until June 15th. The exhibition is described as covering the work of artists from the 18th to 20th centuries, including Catesby, Bewick, Audebert, Wilson, Barraband, Knip, Audubon, Swainson, Gould, Lear, Wolf, Thorburn, Liljefors, Lodge, and Fuertes. It highlights the different techniques used in illustrating bird books, such as woodcut, hand-colored engraving, lithography, and chromo-lithography.

Lastly, the page mentions the "Museum Class Exhibition" at the Fogg Art Museum, which opened on May 5th and runs through June 16th. This exhibition is described as a retrospective survey of the activities and growth of the museum during the directorship of Edward Waldo Forbes and Paul J. Sachs, organized by members of the seminar in museum work conducted by Professors Sachs and Rosenberg. The exhibition is divided into four sections, each focusing on a different aspect of the museum's development, such as photography, conservation and technical research, the museum's collection of drawings, and the activities of the seminar.

The image shows a yellowed page from the "Harvard University Gazette," dated Saturday, May 5, 1945. The page is labeled with "Boston News Clip" and "Boston News-Clip Bureau" stickers at the top, indicating it was clipped from a newspaper. The content is divided into sections about various exhibitions at the University Library and the Fogg Art Museum.

The "University Library" section lists current exhibitions at the Widener and Houghton buildings, including:

• Exhibitions related to World War II, such as "A World at War – the Pacific" and "A World at War – Early Propaganda and the German Buzz Bomb."
• An exhibition of Incunabula in honor of the presentation of a Gutenberg Bible.
• Photographs of film stars by Thomas Harrison Evans.
• Manuscripts of poems and letters of John Keats.

The "Houghton Library" section describes an exhibition of illustrated bird books from the 18th to 20th centuries, featuring works by artists like Catesby, Bewick, Audubon, and others.

The "Fogg Art Museum" section announces a new exhibition called "Fogg Museum, 1909–1944," which is a retrospective survey of the museum's activities and growth during the directorship of Edward Waldo Forbes and Paul J. Sachs. The exhibition is organized into four sections, each highlighting different aspects of the museum's development, including advancements in the new Fogg Museum building, conservation and technical research, the museum's collection of drawings, and the activities of the museum seminar.

The page is numbered 180 and includes handwritten notes at the top indicating the date. The text is neatly organized into columns, and the overall appearance suggests it is an archival document.

The image depicts a page from a newspaper or publication, likely from the early to mid-20th century, given the style and typography. The page is divided into several sections, each with distinct headings and content. The top of the page features a header that reads "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU," indicating that this is a clipping from a news service. Below this header, there is a handwritten date "Saturday May 5 1945," suggesting that this clipping was saved or filed on that specific day.

The main content of the page is structured into three primary sections, each with a heading and detailed text. The first section, titled "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE," discusses various exhibitions at the University Library, including Venetian Etchers of the Eighteenth Century, Nineteenth-century French Drawings, and others. It provides details about the exhibition locations, dates, and specific artworks or items on display.

The second section, titled "HOUGHTON LIBRARY," describes an exhibition of illustrated bird books, highlighting the historical development of bird illustration from the 18th to the 20th centuries. It mentions specific artists and techniques used in these illustrations, emphasizing the scientific and artistic aspects of the works.

The third section, titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM," announces an exhibition called "Fogg Museum, 1909-1944," which aims to survey the history and growth of the museum during that period. It outlines the structure of the exhibition, divided into four sections, each focusing on different aspects such as the museum's development, its collections, and the activities of its directors. The text also mentions the inclusion of objects from the thirteenth preceding annual shows and indicates that the exhibition will remain open until June 16.

The page is printed on standard newsprint, with a slightly aged appearance, and the text is organized in a clear, readable format typical of newspaper clippings from that era. The content reflects the cultural and academic interests of the time, focusing on art, literature, and historical exhibitions.

The image shows an open book with a page that contains several sections of text. The top left corner has a label that reads "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU" and "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with addresses. The top right corner has a label with the date "Saturday, May 5, 1945." The main body of the page is divided into sections, each with a different title. The first section is titled "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE," and it contains information about various exhibitions at the University Library, including the Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library, the Houghton Library, and the Fogg Art Museum. The second section is titled "HOUGHTON LIBRARY," and it provides details about an exhibition of illustrated bird books. The third section is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM," and it describes a new exhibition called "Fogg Museum, 1909-1944." The fourth section is titled "Exhibitions," and it lists the exhibitions that are currently on view at the Fogg Art Museum. The page also includes some images and illustrations.

The image shows a page from a publication titled "Harvard University Gazette", dated Saturday, May 5, 1945. The page is part of a news clipping from the Boston News Clip Bureau, located at 8 Bowstreet, Boston, Mass. The page is numbered 150 and is part of a collection labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "BOSTON NEWS CLIP BUREAU" at the top of the page.

Key Details on the Page:

1. Header Information:

   • The top of the page includes the names and addresses of the Boston News Clip Bureau and the Boston News Clip, indicating the source of the clipping.
   • The date is handwritten at the top in blue ink: "Saturday May 5 1945."

2. Main Content:

   • The page is divided into sections detailing various exhibitions and events at Harvard University libraries and museums:
     • Widener Library: Lists current exhibitions, including the Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library and its main entrance hall, featuring exhibits such as "A World at War" and "Widerin Memorial Room: An Exhibition of Incunabula in honor of the presentation of a Gutenberg bible by Mrs. Widener Dixon and George D. Widener."
     • Houghton Library: Mentions an exhibition titled "Exhibition of Illustrated Bird Books", running until June 15, showcasing works by artists such as Audubon, Bewick, and others. The exhibition highlights the development of the art of illustration from the 18th to the 20th centuries.
     • Fogg Art Museum: Announces a new exhibition called "Fogg Museum, 1909–1944", which will open on May 5. This exhibition is described as a retrospective survey of the activities and growth of the museum during the Sachs directorship (1909–1944). The exhibition will be organized by members of the seminar in museum work conducted by Professors Sachs and Rosenblum.

3. Exhibition Details:

   • The Fogg Art Museum exhibition will be divided into four sections:
     • Photographic Section: Emphasizing advances in museum photography.
     • Forbes Section: Focusing on the department of fine arts, including research, techniques, and stages of Mr. Forbes’s immediate stimulus.
     • Sachs Section: Showcasing Sachs’s special field of concentration, with examples from the Fogg Museum and other collections.
     • Seminar Section: Highlighting the activities of the seminar since its inception, including objects from the thirteen preceding annual seminar shows.

4. Footer Note:

   • At the bottom of the page, there is a note in red ink stating:
     "These exhibitions are now on view at the Museum, Fogg Museum—1909–1944 (Museum Class Exhibition through June 16); Galleries XLIX–XLI."

Visual Characteristics:

• The page appears to be part of a bound document or archive, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages on either side.
• The text is typed, with some handwritten annotations (e.g., the date at the top).
• The layout is formal and structured, typical of a university gazette or official publication.

Summary:

The image depicts a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated May 5, 1945, detailing upcoming exhibitions at Harvard's Widener Library, Houghton Library, and Fogg Art Museum. The page highlights the "Fogg Museum, 1909–1944" exhibition, which will open on the same day and will showcase the museum's history, growth, and activities under the Sachs directorship. The page also mentions other exhibitions, such as illustrated bird books at the Houghton Library and various displays at the Widener Library.

This image appears to showcase a page from the "Harvard University Gazette," specifically a section discussing various exhibitions and events. The page is labeled with a stamp from the "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU" on the upper right corner and an address below it. The content includes information about:

1. Exhibitions at the Widener and Houghton buildings of the Harvard University Library with specific days and times listed.
2. A collection of exhibits, including works about war and a presentation of incunabula by Ms. Widener, propaganda and works depicting Europe during the German Buzz Bomb, and a collection of photographs from stars by Thomas Harrison Evans, and other interesting topics.
3. Details on an exhibition at the Houghton Library until June 15th titled "Illustrated Bid Books" featuring works from the 14th to the 17th centuries.
4. A description of an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, presenting a retrospective survey of its activities and growth titled "Fogg Museum, 1909-1944."

Also visible is handwriting in pen on the top of the page reading "Saturday May 5 1945," suggesting that this clipping may be from that date. Overall, the page seems to be listing educational and cultural events relating to various aspects of art and history as pertained to the Harvard University context of that period.

This is an image of a page from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated Saturday, May 5, 1945, showing notices and information about exhibitions in Harvard University's libraries and museums. Titled "University Library," the page lists current exhibitions at the Widener and Houghton buildings of the University Library.

1. Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library

   • Exhibitions include themes such as World War II propaganda, old Harvard buildings, and theatrical collections featuring works by Thomas Hanlon Evans and Stephen Hero.

2. Houghton Library

   • An exhibition titled "Illustrated Bird Books: The Development of the Art, Eighteenth to Twentieth Centuries" is mentioned, focusing on artistic and scientific techniques used in ornithological illustration.

3. FOGG Art Museum

   • "Fogg Museum, 1895–1944: Museum Class Exhibition" featured, outlining sections exhibiting the museum's historical development, technical research in Fine Arts, and special collections, including illustrations and pieces gifted through the Winthrop Bequest.

The layout includes detailed descriptions of exhibitions, their scope, and the dates they remain on view. Two Boston News Clip Bureau labels are attached, presumably marking the document as a clipped article for archival purposes.

The image shows a page from the Harvard University Gazette dated Saturday, May 5, 1945. The page is numbered 180 and contains information about current exhibitions at the Widener and Houghton buildings of the University Library, as well as exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum.

Key sections on the page include:

1. University Library Exhibitions:

   • Exhibitions at the Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library, including "A World at War" themed exhibits in several locations like the Main Entrance Hall, Main Stair Landing, Ground Floor, Reading Room Hall, Theatre Collection, and Poetry Room.
   • Houghton Library exhibitions such as Illustrated Bird Books and manuscripts and letters of John Keats.

2. Houghton Library Exhibition:

   • A detailed description of the exhibition titled "Illustrated Bird Books: The Development of the Art, Eighteenth to Twentieth Centuries" running until June 15. It covers various artists and techniques used in ornithology and art.

3. Fogg Art Museum Exhibitions:

   • The museums currently display exhibitions including the retrospective called "Fogg Museum, 1909-1944."
   • Description of a new exhibition opening on May 5, 1945, organized by members of a seminar on museum work.
   • The show is divided into four sections emphasizing different aspects of the museum's development and collections.
   • The exhibit focuses on photographic advancements, Mr. Forbes's department of conservation and research, Mr. Sachs's collection of drawings, and activities of the museum seminar.
   • The exhibition will remain open until June 16.

There are two labels at the top of the page indicating sources from the Boston News Clip and Boston News-Clip Bureau, both located in Boston, Massachusetts. The page shows some yellowing and tape marks, indicating age. Handwritten notation in blue ink at the top reads "Saturday May 5 1945."

• A scanned page from a Harvard University Gazette, aged and cream-colored, with a two-column layout of small black text.
• The top shows two clipped newspaper notices labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP BUREAU” and some handwritten notes in blue pencil across the header (looks like a date, e.g., “Saturday May 3 … 1915”).
• The main heading is “HARVARD UNIVERSITY GAZETTE” with a subheading “UNIVERSITY LIBRARY,” followed by sections for the Houghton Library and the Fogg Art Museum.
• The page describes current and upcoming exhibitions and museum activities (e.g., exhibitions of illustrated bird books, the Widener Memorial Library, Fogg Museum exhibitions).
• The typography includes bold section headers and dense blocks of text, typical of an old catalog or bulletin.
• There are signs of wear: yellowing paper, a torn area, and a small piece of tape or clipping at the bottom left.
• The page is part of a larger scrapbook or folder, with a green cover or backing visible around the edges.