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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803584

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This image displays an open scrapbook or clipping album, showcasing a collection of newspaper clippings from May 1945, all related to Boston, Massachusetts.

The clippings are mounted on off-white, slightly aged paper and appear to be from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau," a service that compiled and distributed press coverage from various Boston newspapers. Each clipping is marked with the Bureau’s address: 8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass., and a date.

Here’s a breakdown of the visible clippings:

  • Top Left (May 6, 1945): A clipping from the Herald about "Hibbard James in Recital Today." It announces a concert by baritone Hibbard G. James at the Fogg Museum, under the auspices of the Harvard Music Department.

  • Top Right (May 10, 1945): A larger, detailed article from the Christian Science Monitor titled "Art Show Staged by Students." It reviews an exhibit at the Fogg Museum of Art, noting the work of students under Prof. Paul J. Sachs, which is displayed as a "museum class exhibition." The article describes the evolution of the Fogg Museum since 1895 and praises the students' curation, including the "New England" genre and works by artists like Carpaccio and Mantegna.

  • Middle Left (May 6, 1945): From the Morning Globe, this clipping reiterates the announcement for Hibbard James's recital at the Fogg Museum.

  • Bottom Left (May 11, 1945): An article from the Evening Globe (possibly a continuation or related piece) titled "A public exhibit showing the activities and growth of the Fogg Museum from 1895 to 1944," noting it was curated by Edward Waldo Forbes and Paul J. Sachs and would continue until June 16.

  • Bottom Right (May 12, 1945): From the Evening Globe, this is a society column titled "Today in Society." It lists various social engagements and mentions "Miss Ruth Marum of the Fogg Art Museum staff" hosting a tea.

The collection provides a snapshot of Boston’s cultural and social scene in May 1945, with a strong focus on the Fogg Museum, its exhibitions, and its association with Harvard University. The clippings serve as a historical record of arts and society events from that month.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The page is filled with various articles and headlines, all related to events and happenings in Boston, particularly in 1945. Here's a breakdown of the content visible:

  1. Top Left: "Hibbard James in Recital Today" - This clipping mentions a concert by Hibbard G. James, a baritone, scheduled for the Harvard Music Department and Fogg Museum on May 6, 1945.

  2. Top Center: "Art Show Staged by Students" - This article, written by Dorothy Adlow, discusses an art show at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It highlights the involvement of students in the exhibition and the various themes and artworks displayed.

  3. Top Right: A continuation of the article about the art show, with more details about the exhibits and the students' contributions.

  4. Bottom Left: Another article from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, dated May 11, 1945, about a public exhibit at the Fogg Museum showing the activities and growth from 1909 to 1944.

  5. Bottom Right: A section titled "Today in Society" from the Evening Globe, dated May 12, 1945, which includes social scenes and new engagements in Boston.

The page is an accumulation of historical news clippings, showcasing cultural and social events of the time. The clippings are neatly arranged, and the page appears to be part of a larger collection, likely used for historical or personal reference. The text is clear and easy to read, with some articles overlapping slightly, which is typical of scrapbook pages.

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This image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The clippings are from various Boston newspapers and dated in May 1945. The clippings are glued onto a page, and some of them have handwritten notes or markings.

The clippings include:

  1. A notice from the "Herald" dated May 6, 1945, about a recital by Hibbard James at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
  2. A longer article from the "Christian Science Monitor" dated May 10, 1945, titled "Art Show Staged by Students," which discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge.
  3. A notice from the "Morning Globe" dated May 8, 1945, also about Hibbard James's recital.
  4. A notice from the "Evening Globe" dated May 11, 1945, about a public exhibit at the Fogg Museum showing the activities and growth of the museum from 1909 to 1944.
  5. Another notice from the "Evening Globe" dated May 12, 1945, with the headline "Today in Society," which mentions social scenes and new engagements in Boston.

The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with some overlapping and others placed side by side. The page itself is beige or off-white, and the clippings are from newspapers with a similar color tone.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News-Clip Bureau, dated May 1, 1945. The clipping is titled "Art Show Staged by Students" and is written by Dorothy Alloway. The article discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, Massachusetts, which features works by Harvard students. The exhibition is curated by Professor Paul J. Sachs and showcases a variety of mediums, including paintings, sculptures, and prints. The article highlights the students' efforts to create a comprehensive survey of their artistic interests and the museum's role in preserving and displaying their work. The clipping also includes a brief mention of Hibbard James, who will present a concert at the museum.

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The image shows a spread from a scrapbook or clipping file, featuring a collection of newspaper articles and clippings from the mid-20th century. The left side of the spread contains clippings from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" and "Herald Boston, Mass." The right side has clippings from the "Christian Science Monitor" and "Morning Globe Boston, Mass." The articles are dated around May 1945. The top article on the right side is titled "Art Show Staged by Students" and discusses an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge. The bottom right clipping is titled "Today in Society" and includes a section on "New Engagements."

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The image shows an open book containing a collection of newspaper clippings from May 1945, specifically from Boston-based publications. The clippings are organized and appear to be part of a scrapbook or archive. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Section:

    • The top of the page features a header with the text "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU" along with the address: "8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass."
    • Below the header, there is a subheading: "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass., MAY 10, 1945."
    • The main article is titled "Art Show Staged by Students" and is attributed to Dorothy Allow.
    • The article discusses an art show organized by students at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. It highlights the students' efforts, the variety of artworks displayed, and the educational value of the exhibition. The article also mentions the involvement of the Fogg Museum's director, Paul J. Sachs, and other key figures.
  2. Left Column:

    • Headline: "Herald, Boston, Mass., MAY 6 1945"
    • Subheading: "Hibbard James in Recital Today"
    • This section reports on a musical recital by Hibbard James, scheduled for the afternoon at the Harvard Music Department. It mentions the program, which includes works by Bach, Schubert, Offenbach, Richter, and Rodgers, with Norman Cassig as the accompanist.
  3. Middle Column:

    • Headline: "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU, 8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass."
    • Subheading: "Morning Globe, Boston, Mass., MAY 1 1945"
    • Article Title: "Art Museum Supports the Fogg"
    • This article discusses a public exhibit and activities organized by the Fogg Art Museum, highlighting its educational and cultural contributions. It mentions the involvement of Edward C. Moore and the continuation of the exhibit until June 16.
  4. Right Column:

    • Headline: "BOSTON NEWS-CLIP BUREAU, 8 Bosworth Street, Boston, Mass."
    • Subheading: "Evening Globe, Boston, Mass., MAY 2 1945"
    • Article Title: "Today in Society"
    • This section provides a summary of social and cultural events in Boston, including engagements, scenes about Boston, and new engagements. It lists names such as Stalter Almy, Peggy Cummins, Robert Fourney, Lavinia Chase, and Joe Whitney, among others, indicating social activities and notable occurrences.

Visual Elements:

  • The clippings are neatly arranged in columns, with clear headings and subheadings for each article.
  • The text is typeset in a classic newspaper style, with bold headlines and smaller body text.
  • The dates (May 6, May 1, and May 2, 1945) are prominently displayed for each clipping, indicating the chronological order of the articles.
  • The overall layout suggests an organized archival or scrapbook format, likely intended for historical or research purposes.

Context:

  • The clippings reflect mid-20th-century Boston, focusing on cultural, artistic, and social events. The Fogg Art Museum's role in promoting student art and educational initiatives is a central theme, alongside musical performances and societal happenings.
  • The inclusion of multiple newspapers (Herald, Morning Globe, Evening Globe, and Christian Science Monitor) indicates a comprehensive collection of news from various sources.

This image captures a snapshot of Boston's cultural and social life in May 1945, preserved through newspaper clippings.

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This is an image of an open scrapbook or a collection of old newspaper clippings. The articles are dated from May 1945 and contain news snippets that relate to events from the Boston area. On the left, there are smaller pieces from the Boston Globe and the Boston News-Clip Bureau, indicating performances or exhibitions such as that of Hibbard James and the growth of the jewel museum.

The larger article on the right upper half of the page is titled "Art Show Staged by Students," written by Dorothy Adlow. It discusses an exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University organized by the students showcasing various artworks.

Directly below is another clipping from the Boston News-Clip Bureau also discussing art and exhibition at the Fogg Museum, and to the right, at the bottom, is a section titled "Today in Society," which seems to pertain to current societal happenings and engagements in Boston.

The papers have aged with some discoloration, and the layout of the clippings suggests a curated selection of events of interest to whoever assembled the scrapbook. The dates and contents indicate historical cultural activities and provide a glimpse into societal and cultural moments from that time period.

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A page from a scrapbook showing a collage of old newspaper clippings. The clippings are mostly from Boston papers around May 1945 and come from the “Boston News-Clip Bureau.” The center features a large article titled “Art Show Staged by Students” by Dorothy Adlow, about a student art exhibition (likely at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge). Surrounding it are several smaller clips with headlines like “Hibbard James in Recital Today” and a “Today in Society” piece. The pages are yellowed and cut irregularly, pasted onto a light beige sheet with a green backing visible at the top. The binder is visible along the left edge.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with multiple newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are from various Boston newspapers dated around May 1945 and cover topics related to music recitals, art shows, and society news in Boston.

  1. The top left section has a small clipping titled "Hibbard James in Recital Today," mentioning a baritone recital with the Harvard Music Department.
  2. Below that, there are multiple stamped notes from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau" and other news bureaus, indicating dates like May 6, May 10, and May 1, 1945.
  3. The large clipping in the center is titled "Art Show Staged by Students" by Dorothy Adlow, describing an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art in Cambridge, highlighting the involvement of students and the quality of the show.
  4. Towards the bottom right, an article titled "Today in Society" discusses new engagements and mentions notable social events and people.
  5. The clippings collectively reflect cultural events in Boston around 1945, focusing on art, music, and society news.

The various clippings are neatly arranged and affixed with tape or glue, and there are some visible pieces of tape used to mount the clippings on the page.

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The image is a scrapbook page featuring clippings from newspapers, primarily from the "Boston News-Clip Bureau," dated May 1945. The clippings are related to art, music, and societal events in Boston, Massachusetts. Some clippings have headlines like "Art Show Staged by Students," "Hibbard James in Recital Today," and "Today in Society."

The main article, titled "Art Show Staged by Students" by Dorothy Adlow, appears to focus on an art exhibition conducted by students at the Fogg Museum involving a variety of mediums and subjects. The other clippings briefly mention events like music recitals and exhibitions.

The page is neatly organized, with all clippings carefully pasted onto the page. The edges of the paper show some discoloration, likely due to age.