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ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803638
This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping, likely from February 16, 1946, laid flat on a plain, light-gray surface. The paper is visibly worn, with jagged, torn edges, particularly along the top and left side, suggesting it was carefully cut or ripped from a larger publication.
The main headline reads: “Bruish Seek Housing For 1948 Games” — a likely typographical error for “British,” referring to the planning for the 1948 Summer Olympics in London.
Key Articles and Sections:
Main Article: “Bruish Seek Housing For 1948 Games”
“Sports Mirror” Section (Right Column)
“Michigan to Play Tigers on May 20”
“McKenzie and Painter”
Overall Impression:
The clipping captures a moment of post-war sports planning and reflection. It juxtaposes the large-scale, international challenge of organizing the next Olympics with smaller, regional sports news. The physical condition of the paper — its age, discoloration, and torn edges — adds a layer of historical authenticity, making it feel like a discovered artifact from the mid-20th century. The content reflects the optimism and practical constraints of the era as the world looked toward resuming international competition.
This image shows a torn piece of newspaper from February 16, 1946. The headline reads "British Seek Housing For 1948 Games," and it discusses the challenges and considerations related to providing housing for athletes competing in the 1948 Olympic Games. It mentions Lord Burghley and the British Olympic Committee's efforts to find suitable accommodation and determine the use of stadiums, as well as the question of Russia's attitude and its potential participation in the games.
The article also references a sports section, with a "Sports Mirror" feature mentioning past events such as Pennsylvania's victory over Army in basketball and the appointment of Jim Harris as the acting head football coach at the University of Iowa. It also discusses Norway's unofficial team championship in the Winter Olympic Games and the potential use of Wembley and White City Stadiums for the 1948 Olympics.
Additionally, there is a smaller article about the Davis Cup tennis match between New Zealand and the American Zone winner, featuring Ron McKenzie and Stan Painter. The article is dated from Ann Arbor, Michigan, and is a special to "The Christian Science Monitor."
This image is a photograph of a clipping from a newspaper dated February 16, 1946. The clipping appears to be from "The Christian Science Monitor," as indicated by the byline at the bottom of the article.
The main headline reads, "British Seek Housing For 1948 Games," and it discusses the efforts of the British Olympic Committee, led by Lord Burghley, to plan for the 1948 Olympic Games. The article mentions concerns about housing for athletes, the potential use of Wembley and White City Stadiums, and the involvement of Russia in the Olympic movement. It also notes that the 1948 Olympics will likely be on an "austerity" basis due to post-war conditions, and no new stadiums will be built.
On the right side of the clipping, there is a section titled "Sports Mirror" which includes brief historical sports notes:
At the bottom of the clipping, there are two additional headlines:
The clipping is slightly torn at the top and has a yellowed appearance, indicating its age. It is placed on a plain, light-colored background.
The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping with a torn edge. The clipping appears to be from a sports section, as indicated by the heading "Sports Mirror" at the top. The clipping is dated February 16, 1946, and is divided into several sections with headlines and subheadings.
The main headline reads "Brush Seek Housing For 1948 Games," which suggests that the article is discussing preparations for the 1948 Olympic Games, specifically the search for housing for athletes. The subheading "Solution Possible" indicates that there might be a potential resolution to the housing issue.
The article mentions Lord Burghley and his British Olympic Committee pondering over the problem of where to house athletes competing in the 1948 Olympic Games. It discusses the possibility of using Russia's "UNO" stadium, given Russia's recent attitude towards the Soviet Union and the Olympic movement. The article also mentions that Russia would eventually join the International Olympic Committee, a prerequisite for hosting the Games.
The article then shifts to discuss the possibility of amateurism being thrown out for on-present standards, suggesting that Russian athletes might be considered professionals since they accept cash awards for their prowess. It also mentions the strong possibility of international harmony itself—let alone the sporting angle—being found if Russia desired to join.
The clipping also includes a section titled "McKenzie and Painter," which mentions that New Zealand is slated to meet the American Zone winner in this year's resumed Davis Cup tennis play, likely relying on Ron McKenzie and Stan Painter, who finished one-two in this year's national singles championship.
Overall, the clipping provides insights into the preparations and discussions surrounding the 1948 Olympic Games, including housing arrangements, the potential inclusion of Russia, and the Davis Cup tennis play.
This image shows a page from a newspaper with several articles. The top article is titled "Brush Seek Housing For 1948 Games" and discusses the challenges of finding suitable housing for athletes participating in the 1948 Olympic Games in London. The article mentions that the British Olympic Committee is considering the question of where the athletes will be housed, given the uncertain political climate and the possibility of Russia's participation in the games.
The second article is titled "Sports Mirror" and provides a retrospective look at various sports events from the past year, three years ago, and ten years ago. The article mentions notable achievements in basketball, football, and tennis, as well as the possibility of the 1948 Olympic Games being shared between Wembley and White City Stadiums.
The third article is titled "McKenzie and Painter" and discusses the upcoming American Zone Davis Cup tennis play, which is likely to feature Ron McKenzie and Stan Painter, who finished as the runners-up in the previous year's tournament.
The image also includes a small advertisement for a Christian Science Monitor special edition.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from February 16, 1946, featuring a headline that reads "Brush Seek Housing For 1948 Games." The article is sourced from London, Feb. 16 (Reuters) and discusses the efforts to secure housing for athletes competing in the 1948 Olympic Games. Key points from the article include:
Housing Concerns: Lord Burghley and his British Olympic Committee are addressing the issue of where to house athletes during the 1948 Olympic Games, which are planned to be held at Wembley Stadium.
Russia's Participation: The article mentions the possibility of Russia joining the Olympic movement. It notes that while the Soviet Union has not yet joined, efforts are underway to encourage their participation. The question of Russia's attitude toward the "UNO" (United Nations Organization) is also raised, suggesting that Russia's involvement may depend on international relations.
Professional Athletes: The article highlights the challenge of accommodating professional athletes, as Russia is known for having athletes who accept cash awards for their prowess. This raises concerns about the standards of amateurism in the Olympics.
Potential Solutions: The article suggests that if Russia joins the international sporting community, it could help resolve the housing issue. However, it also notes that the question of amateurism would need to be addressed before Russia's participation becomes possible.
Additional News: The clipping also includes other brief news items:
The article is part of a newspaper page, with visible text from other sections, including headlines such as "Sports Mirror," "Ten Years Ago," and "McKenzie and Painter." The overall tone is informative, focusing on international sports developments and the logistical challenges surrounding the upcoming 1948 Olympic Games.
This image shows a piece of aged newspaper with various articles and headings visible. A prominent heading states "Brush Seek Housing For 1948 Games," which suggests an article related to preparing for the 1948 Olympic Games. Another heading says "Sports Mirror," which appears to precede sports-related news. Some of the text mentions places and dates, such as "LONDON, Feb. 16 (Reuters)" and "WELLINGTON, New Zealand, Feb. 16 (Reuters)." A smaller column at the bottom-left corner is titled "Michigan to Play Tigers on May 20." The paper's edges are torn and weathered, indicating that it is a fragment from a larger page. The paper's background is a nearly uniform off-white color with some creases, indicative of its age.
This image shows a torn and yellowed newspaper clipping. The main headline reads, "British Seek Housing For 1948 Games." The text discusses the British Olympic Committee's considerations regarding housing for athletes competing in the 1948 Olympic Games and Russia's potential involvement with the International Olympic Committee.
There is a smaller section titled "Sports Mirror" that includes brief notes about sporting events that happened a year ago, three years ago, and ten years ago, including a basketball game's outcome and appointments in college football.
The clipping also mentions potential venues for the 1948 Games, such as Wembley and White City Stadiums, and talks about the capacity of these venues.
Additionally, there are small sections at the bottom referencing a Michigan Tigers baseball game scheduled for May 20 and New Zealand tennis players Ron McKenzie and Stan Painter resuming Davis Cup play. The clipping is dated February 16, 1946.
A small, aged newspaper clipping mounted on a light gray surface. The piece is yellow-brown and torn with uneven edges, especially a jagged corner at the top right. The main headline reads “British Seek Housing For 1948 Games,” and the clipping contains several narrow columns of text with smaller subheads such as “Sports Mirror,” “Today a Year Ago,” “Three Years Ago,” and “McKenzie and Painter.” There are also short snippets about other sports topics, including a line about Michigan to Play Tigers on May 20. Overall, it looks like a vintage newspaper cutout about Olympic news.
This is a photograph of a torn newspaper clipping. The top of the clipping is titled, "British Seek Housing for 1948 Games." The article discusses the challenges faced by the British Olympic Committee in preparation for the 1948 Olympic Games, including issues surrounding housing for athletes and facilities like stadiums. Points about using Wembley and other venues are mentioned alongside historical comparisons of previous years' events. Additionally, there is mention of international cooperation and some difficulties around persuading countries to participate under certain conditions.
To the side, a small section titled "Sports Mirror" mentions brief snapshots of sporting events from one year, three years, and ten years prior.
At the bottom, there's a note about a scheduled sports game titled, "Michigan to Play Tigers on May 20," which appears to refer to a specific event in Ann Arbor, Michigan. A separate subsection entitled "McKenzie and Painter" discusses tennis in New Zealand, mentioning Davis Cup players and their preparations.
Overall, this is a historical sports-themed newspaper clipping from February 16, 1946.