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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803641

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or clippings collection, containing several newspaper articles and event listings. The articles are from various publications, including "Traveler," "Jewish Advocate," and "Boston News Clip."

  1. Left Column:

    • Article from "Traveler" (February 13, 1946):
      • Title: "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome To See Consistory"
      • The article discusses a professor from Harvard's Fogg Museum of Art who is in Rome to attend a consistory, a meeting of cardinals. The professor is described as a specialist in Byzantine art and is noted for his knowledge of the Vatican's art collections.
  2. Right Column:

    • Article from "Jewish Advocate" (February 28, 1946):
      • Title: "Around The Town"
      • The article lists various cultural events happening in the Boston area from March 1 to March 7, 1946.
      • Events include exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and activities for children. Some notable events are:
        • Exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum and Boston Public Library.
        • Concerts featuring various artists and ensembles.
        • Lectures on topics such as "The Religious Life of the Chinese People" and "The Graphic Art of Edward Gordon Craig."
        • Activities for children, including art classes and story hours.

The page is neatly organized with the clippings pasted onto the page, and some of the clippings overlap slightly. The scrapbook appears to be well-preserved, with the articles and event listings providing a snapshot of cultural and academic life in Boston during the mid-1940s.

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The image displays two yellowed newspaper clippings, both from the Boston News Clip, dated February 1946. The first clipping, from the Traveler section, features an article titled "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome To See Consistory" by Bill Schofield. The article discusses Dr. William Young, the Fogg Museum's expert, who is in Rome to witness a special ceremony. The second clipping, from the Jewish Advocate, contains a column titled "Around the Town" by Frieda C. Woerper, dated March 1, 1946. This column lists various cultural events, exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and meetings scheduled for the week of March 1-7, 1946, in and around Boston. The events include art exhibitions, concerts, lectures on various topics, a film, and a play, with details of dates, times, and locations provided.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the Boston News Clip archives, dated February 8, 1946, and featuring articles from the Jewish Advocate and Traveler newspapers.

  1. Left Clipping (Traveler, Boston, Mass):

    • Title: "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome to See Consistency"
    • By: Bill Schofield
    • Content: This article discusses Dr. Thomas Whitmore of the Fogg Museum, who is traveling to Rome to study the architecture and art of the Basilica of San Pietro. The piece mentions his intention to observe and analyze the structures closely, with a particular focus on the restoration work.

    There is also an article snippet mentioning a "way to Istanbul," indicating some travel-related discussion.

  2. Right Clipping (Jewish Advocate, Boston, Mass):

    • Title: "Around the Town: Cultural Events Free to All"
    • By: Frieda C. Wolper
    • Content: This section lists various cultural events free to the public for the week of March 1 through March 7, 1946. The events include:
      • Exhibitions: At the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge, and various other locations including the Boston Public Library and Children’s Art Center.
      • Concerts: Ensemble Recitals at the N.E. Conservatory of Music, and performances by various artists at the Gardner Museum and Boston Public Library.
      • Lectures: Topics include oil paintings, water colors, drawings, and prints by Jean Louis Forain, and other lectures on topics like "The Graphic Art of Edward Munch" and "World Organization and Anglo-American Relations."
      • Woodland Walks: An event led by Dr. Harris at Winchester.
      • Motion Pictures: For Children and Adults at the Gardner Museum and Boston Public Library.
      • Special Events: Concerts by Julius Katzen and others, symphony performances, and a Playmakers Club event for children.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and educational activities available in Boston for the public during early March 1946.

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The image displays two newspaper clippings from the Boston area, dated February 1946.

  1. Left Clipping (Boston News Clip):

    • Headline: "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome to See Consistory"

    • Author: Bill Schofield

    • Date: February 1946

    • Content: This article discusses Dr. Thomas Whittemore, an expert from the Fogg Museum who is traveling to Rome. The article highlights his involvement in the restoration of the Basilica of San Clemente, noting that he will attend a consistory meeting. The article also mentions Whittemore's extensive work in preserving historical sites and his upcoming trip to Rome.

    • Additional Note: The article includes a quote from Whittemore about the challenges of preserving ancient sites and his personal experiences in Italy.

  2. Right Clipping (Boston News Clip - Jewish Advocate):

    • Headline: "Around The Town: Cultural Events Free to All"

    • Author: Frieda C. Wolper

    • Date: February 8, 1946

    • Content: This clipping lists various cultural events happening in Boston, all free to the public. The events are categorized by day and include:

      • Friday, March 1: Exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge Camera Club, and the Boston Public Library.
      • Saturday, March 2: A quiz contest, motion pictures for children, exhibitions, and a concert at the Gardner Museum.
      • Sunday, March 3: Concerts at the Gardner Museum, Boston Opera House, and lectures at various locations.
      • Monday, March 4: Lectures on various topics at the Boston Public Library and Cambridge.
      • Tuesday, March 5: Concerts and lectures including one on the graphic art of Edward Munch.
      • Wednesday, March 6: Creative art activities for children, a playmakers' club meeting, and a lecture on foreign trade.
      • Thursday, March 7: Concerts, lectures on world organization, and Anglo-American relations.
    • Additional Note: The clipping also notes that tickets for some events are available at the First National Bank.

Both clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and historical activities in Boston during February and March of 1946, reflecting a period of community engagement and cultural enrichment.

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The image shows two newspaper clippings from the Boston area, dated February 1946. Here’s a detailed summary of each:

  1. Left Clipping: "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome To See Consistency"

    • Source: Boston News Clip, 100 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
    • Date: February 1946
    • Author: Bill Schofield
    • Content:
      • The article discusses Dr. Thomas Whitley, an expert from the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, who is in Rome to examine the Sistine Chapel.
      • Dr. Whitley is concerned about the effects of water damage on the chapel's frescoes, particularly the works by Michelangelo.
      • He has been traveling to Italy for years to study the deterioration and preservation of artworks.
      • The article includes a quote from Dr. Whitley about his concerns and observations regarding the frescoes' condition and the restoration efforts.
      • The article also mentions Dr. Whitley's previous visits to the Vatican and his expertise in art conservation.
  2. Right Clipping: "Around the Town"

    • Source: Boston News Clip, 100 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
    • Publication: Jewish Advocate, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: February 8, 1946
    • Author: Frieda C. Wolper
    • Content:
      • This clipping lists various cultural events scheduled throughout the week of March 1 to March 7, 1946.
      • Friday, March 1:
        • Exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Saturday, March 2:
        • Quiz contest and motion pictures for children at the Children's Museum.
        • Lecture and exhibition at the Boston Public Library and other locations.
      • Sunday, March 3:
        • Concerts and lectures at various venues including the Gardner Museum, Boston Opera House, and Ford Hall Forum.
      • Monday, March 4:
        • Lecture on oil paintings and watercolors by Jean Louis Forain at the Boston Public Library.
      • Tuesday, March 5:
        • Concerts and lectures at the Gardner Museum and Boston Public Library.
      • Wednesday, March 6:
        • Creative art sessions at the Children's Art Center.
        • Playmakers Club and creative art activities for children.
      • Thursday, March 7:
        • Concerts, lectures, and art activities at various venues including the Gardner Museum and Boston Public Library.

The clippings provide a snapshot of both the cultural and historical interests of the time, highlighting art conservation efforts and community cultural activities.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated February 28, 1946. The clipping contains two main sections:

  1. Article on the Left Side: "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome To See Consistory" by Neil Schofield

    • Summary: The article discusses Dr. Jakob (presumably Wilhelm Reinhold) Walter, a watercolorist and expert on Raphael's frescoes from the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. Walter traveled to Rome to attend the consistory, an important meeting of the College of Cardinals in the Vatican. He aims to observe the tapestries designed by Raphael, which are usually displayed during such ceremonies. Walter has been studying these tapestries and their cartoons (preparatory drawings) for years, focusing on uncovering hidden details and understanding their original appearance. The article also mentions his work on reconstructing the original color tones of the tapestries, which have faded over time.

    • Additional Note: There is a small section at the bottom encouraging readers to attend the consistory.

  2. Column on the Right Side: "Around the Town: Cultural Events Free to All" by Freda C. Weil

    • Summary: This column lists various cultural events happening around Boston from March 1 to March 7, 1946. Here's a detailed breakdown:

      • Friday, March 1:

        • Exhibition: "Treasures from the Islamic Collection" at Fogg Art Museum, Cambridge.
        • Exhibition: "Photographs of Members of the Boston Camera Club" at Boston Public Library.
        • Exhibition: "Retrospective Exhibition of Jean-Louis Forain" at Boston Public Library.
        • Concert: "Early American Rhyme Books" at Boston Public Library.
      • Saturday, March 2:

        • Quiz Contest: "For Children" at Children's Museum.
        • Exhibition and Art Studies: "For Children" at Children's Art Centre.
        • Woodland Walks: Bird Lecture at Children's Art Centre.
        • Concert: John Lombardo, Baritone, at Gardner Museum.
        • Motion Picture: "New Lamps for Old" at Museum of Fine Arts.
        • Exhibition: "Shanky Hayter and Studio 17" at Museum of Fine Arts.
      • Sunday, March 3:

        • Concert: "Mozart, etc." at Gardner Museum.
      • Monday, March 4:

        • Lecture: "Oil Paintings, Water Colors, Drawings and Prints" by Jean Louis Forin at Boston Public Library.
        • Lecture: "Importance and Changing Character of Foreign Trade" by Prof. J. Anton De Haas at Boston Public Library.
        • Concert: Ensemble Concert at Faneuil Hall.
      • Tuesday, March 5:

        • Concert: Hannah Gray Sherman, Cellist, at Gardner Museum.
        • Motion Picture: "The River" at Gardner Museum.
        • Lecture: "The Graphic Art of Edward Wilson" by Prof. Frederick B. Deknatel at Boston Public Library.
        • Film: "Austria, Crossroads of Three Worlds" at Boston Public Library.
      • Wednesday, March 6:

        • Creative Art: "Paint, Pencil or Clay Work" at Children's Art Centre.
        • Playmakers Club: "Creating Scenery, Costumes and Acting" at Children's Museum.
      • Thursday, March 7:

        • Concert: Walter Gieseking, Tenor, at Gardner Museum.
        • Lecture: "Foreign Trade Week" at Boston Public Library.
        • Lecture: "World Organization and Anglo-American Relations" by Crane Brinton at Boston Public Library.

The events are free and cater to a wide range of interests, including art exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and educational activities for children.

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This image shows two pages from a scrapbook with newspaper clippings pasted onto them. The left page has a partial clipping from the "Boston News Clip" dated February 13, 1946, with a heading "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome To See Consistory" by Bill Schofield. The right side of the left page is cut off, and only part of the article is visible.

The right page features a full clipping from the "Boston News Clip" dated February 28, 1946, and titled "AROUND THE TOWN Cultural Events Free to All" by Freda V. Coplen. This article lists various cultural events categorized by dates, starting from Friday, March 1 through to Thursday, March 7. The events include exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and artistic activities happening in various venues such as the Boston Public Library, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Jewish Advocate, and the Gardener Museum, among others.

Both clippings feature a similar graphic with the inscription "Boston News Clip" next to an illustration of a lighthouse.

The scrapbook pages appear aged, and the paper has yellowed over time. The pages are numbered "L50" in the top-left corner of the left page. The clippings are a window into the cultural offerings of the time in Boston and the kind of events that would be newsworthy in the mid-1940s.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated February 28, 1946. The clipping features an article titled "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome" by Bill Schofield. The article discusses the work of Dr. William Whitehead Spellman, an expert from the Fogg Museum, who is in Rome to uncover ancient mosaics and restore mosaics damaged during the war. The article provides details about the conditions in Rome, such as low water levels, and mentions the cultural events happening in Boston that week, including exhibitions, concerts, and lectures. The clipping is part of a scrapbook or collection, as indicated by the green spine and the presence of other clippings and notes.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook containing a collection of historical newspaper clippings and printed material. The left page shows a news article titled "Fogg Museum Expert in Rome" from the Boston News Clip, dated February 10, 1946. The article is authored by Bill Consistory and discusses a traveler named Dr. Richard C. Fogg, who is described as an expert at the Fogg Art Museum in Rome. The article details Dr. Fogg's experiences in Rome, including his observations of water shortages, his interactions with notable figures such as Vittorio Veneto, and his plans to visit Istanbul. The text is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of text and a headline at the top.

The right page features a section titled "AROUND THE TOWN", also from the Boston News Clip, dated February 28, 1946. This section lists a variety of cultural events free to all, organized by Rheda C. Wolper. The events are scheduled for the week of March 5–11, 1946, and include exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and other activities. Specific events listed include:

  • Friday, March 1: Exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, Jean-Louis Forain Library, and the Boston Public Library.
  • Saturday, March 2: A quiz contest, motion pictures, and a children's art center.
  • Sunday, March 3: Concerts and lectures at various locations, including the Gardner Museum and the Boston Public Library.
  • Monday, March 4: Lectures on oil paintings and foreign trade.
  • Tuesday, March 5: A concert by Hannah Goodman and a lecture on the graphic art of Edward Munch.
  • Wednesday, March 6: A film and lecture on "Weddings, Their Makers."
  • Thursday, March 7: A concert by Wesley Coppieters and a lecture on world trade.

The layout includes detailed event descriptions, times, and locations, suggesting a community bulletin or cultural calendar. The overall appearance of the book indicates it is a curated collection of historical clippings, likely preserved for archival or personal reference purposes. The condition of the pages suggests age, with some discoloration and wear visible. The book itself appears to be bound with a green spine, and the pages are numbered (e.g., "160" visible on the left margin).

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The image shows an open book with pages on both sides. The left page has a green border and contains several newspaper clippings. The clippings are from the Boston News Clip and the Boston Traveler, with dates ranging from February 19 to February 28, 1946. The clippings discuss various topics, including Fogg Museum Expert in Rome, Around the Town, and cultural events in Boston. The right page also has newspaper clippings, but they are not as clearly visible. The clippings on the right page are from the Boston News Clip and the Boston Traveler, with dates ranging from February 28 to March 7, 1946. The clippings on the right page discuss various topics, including Around the Town, cultural events in Boston, and Fogg Museum Expert in Rome. The book appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to cultural events and topics in Boston during the period of February to March 1946.