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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, October 1943-May 1947

ARCH.2003.29, Rendition: 803676

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The image depicts a scrapbook page containing various newspaper clippings from the Boston area, dated May 6, 1946. The clippings are from different publications, including the Boston Post and the Jewish Advocate. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Boston Post Clipping (May 6, 1946):

    • The headline reads "N... Paintings at Harvard."
    • The article discusses an exhibition of paintings at Harvard University.
    • There is a large photograph of a woman playing the violin, identified as Sara Norton, who is described as a violinist performing at the Fogg Art Museum in the current "Paganini" exhibition.
  2. Boston News Clip (May 6, 1946):

    • This clipping is from the Boston Post and appears to be a smaller note or advertisement.
  3. Around The Town - Cultural Events Free to All by Freda C. Wolfe:

    • This section lists various cultural events happening in Boston during the week of May 6-12, 1946.
    • Events include concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and flower shows.
    • Notable events mentioned are a song recital by Matilda Berkman, an exhibition of musical instruments at the Boston Public Library, and a lecture on the history of the violin at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  4. Additional Clippings:

    • There are smaller clippings and notes scattered around the page, some of which are partially obscured or overlapping.
    • One clipping mentions a "Children's Ward" and another discusses a "Taxi Cab."

The scrapbook page is neatly organized, with the clippings carefully pasted onto the page. The overall theme of the clippings seems to be cultural and community events in Boston during the spring of 1946.

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The image shows an open scrapbook with two pages filled with clipped and pasted newspaper articles and advertisements. The pages are from a "Boston News Clip" book, dated May 6, 1946, and May 9, 1946, as indicated by the labels at the top of each page.

On the left side (May 6, 1946):

  • There is a label "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
  • The main article is from the "Boston Post, Monday, May 6, 1946," with the headline "Nazi Paintings at Fogg Museum, Harvard."
  • Below this, there is an article titled "MAKES PLEA FOR HOMES" about Sara Norton, with a photograph of her.
  • There are also other smaller articles and advertisements, some partially visible, such as "Archbishop to Ask Taxi Men to Seek Cake."

On the right side (May 9, 1946):

  • There is another label "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with the same address.
  • The top article is titled "AROUND THE TOWN Cultural Events Free to All" by Frieda C. Wolfer, dated May 9, 1946, from the "Jewish Advocate."
  • This article lists various cultural events, such as concerts, lectures, and exhibitions, with details of dates, times, and locations.

The pages are neatly arranged, and the clippings are flattened into the scrapbook, preserving these newspaper memories.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from May 1946, likely from Boston, Massachusetts, pasted together on a single page. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Boston News Clips (Top Left Corner)

    • The clippings are from the Boston Post and Boston News Clips, dated May 6, 1946.
    • The topmost clipping features a headline titled "Nighthawks Paintings at Wedding Forgotten to Seek Cake."
  2. Main Clippings (Center and Right)

    • Below the headline, there's a news story about a wedding where the bride and groom seem to have forgotten to ask the taxi men for a cake.
    • Another section of the clipping includes an article titled "Archbishop World Aid for Homes."
  3. Event Calendar Clippings (Right Side)

    • The right side of the page contains a calendar of cultural events titled "Around the Town: Cultural Events Free to All" from the Jewish Advocate newspaper, dated May 9, 1946.
    • The events listed include:
      • Friday, May 10:
        • Concert: Music by Maurice Ravel.
        • Story Hour: The Story of the Willie Plate for Children.
        • Exhibition: Ships and the Sea by Frank Vincent Smith.
        • Lecture: Treasures of the Museum, Mrs. Beverly.
        • Concert: Harry Dubin, piano, David Alan.
        • Flower Show-Lilacs to Peace by Mrs. Arlene Artherton.
      • Monday, May 13:
        • Exhibition: American Landscape Painting.
        • Concert: Elizabeth Scheer.
        • Motion Picture: Circus Winter Quarter.
        • Lecture: The Defeat and Reconstruction of the Church of England.
      • Wednesday, May 15:
        • Concert: University Glee Club, Wallace Woodcock.
        • Art Classes for Adults.
      • Thursday, May 16:
        • Concert: Vocal and Instrumental: Cola Pearmain, guest soloist at the School of Music.
        • Flower Show: Tulips.
        • Event: Art Exhibition at the First National Bank.
  4. Additional Clippings (Bottom Left)

    • The bottom left corner features a small clipping with a photograph of Sara Norton, who is noted as the Charles Eliot Norton lecturer by Sir Edward James in the current Pre-Raphaelite Exhibition.

The layout and the mix of wedding news, cultural events, and local happenings give a snapshot of the community's activities and interests in Boston in early May 1946.

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The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or album containing newspaper clippings and event listings from the Boston area, dated May 1946.

  1. Top Section:

    • The top left corner has a clipping from the Boston News Clip dated May 9, 1946, mentioning the Jewish Advocate in Boston, Massachusetts.
    • The top right section includes a clipping titled "Around the Town: Cultural Events Free to All" from the Boston News Clip dated May 6, 1946. This section lists various free cultural events happening in Boston:
      • Concerts: Various musical performances at locations like the Symphony Hall, Jordan Hall, and the Gardner Museum.
      • Exhibitions: Art and photography shows, such as those at the Museum of Fine Arts.
      • Lectures: Topics include "The Treasures of the Museum," "Congressmen and Their Constituents," "What About Spain," and others.
      • Performances: Theater and dance performances at venues like the Harvard Yard and the First National Bank.
      • Art Classes: For adults at the Children’s Art Center.
  2. Middle Section:

    • A large clipping from the Boston Post dated Monday, May 6, 1946, prominently features a headline about "Nubian Paintings at Harvard" and an article titled "Nubian Paintings at Harvard University." This article includes a black-and-white photograph of a person and discusses a collection of Nubian artifacts.
    • There's also a smaller article titled "Archbishop World Aid" and another piece titled "Makes Plea for Homes."
  3. Bottom Section:

    • Another clipping mentions "Sara Norton" of Charles Eliot Norton by Sir Edward Elgar, which is part of a pre-Raphaelite exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts.
    • A smaller section at the bottom includes a headline about "Nubian Paintings" and a note about a "World Aid" plea for homes.

The overall content appears to focus on cultural, artistic, and charitable activities in Boston during May 1946.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings from Boston in May 1946. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A clipping from the "Boston News Clip," dated May 6, 1946, with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass."
    • The clipping is from the Boston Post and includes an article about "Nabla Paintings at Wappington Hall, Harvard."
  2. Top Right Corner:

    • Another "Boston News Clip" dated May 9, 1946, from the "Jewish Advocate," also located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
    • This clipping features a column titled "Around the Town" by C. Wolper, listing various cultural events free to the public for the week of May 10, including concerts, exhibitions, lectures, and flower shows.
  3. Main Section (Left Side):

    • A large clipping from the "Boston Post," Monday, May 6, 1946, titled "Archbishop Would Aid Children to Seek Cake."
    • The article discusses an appeal for homes for children, mentioning a tax proposal and an event at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross.
    • The clipping also includes a photograph of a woman, identified as Sara Norton, a portrait by Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones.
  4. Main Section (Right Side):

    • The "Around the Town" column lists several events:
      • Friday, May 10: Concert at the Massachusetts Hall, a lecture at the Boston Public Library, and an exhibition at the Jordan Marsh store.
      • Saturday, May 11: Various exhibitions and a lecture at the Gardner Museum.
      • Sunday, May 12: Concerts, exhibitions, and lectures at different locations including the Gardner Museum and the Boston Public Library.
      • Monday, May 13: Lectures and exhibitions at the Harvard Museum of Natural History, Gardner Museum, and the Boston Public Library.
      • Tuesday, May 14: A flower show at the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
      • Wednesday, May 15: Art classes for adults at the Children's Art Center and a lecture at the First National Bank.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and social activities in Boston during early May 1946, highlighting a variety of free public events and community initiatives.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings from various Boston-based publications dated around May 6-9, 1946. These clippings are organized and pasted in what appears to be a scrapbook or a news summary booklet. Here's a detailed breakdown:

  1. Main Newspaper Clipping (Left Side):

    • Source: Boston Post, dated Monday, May 6, 1946.

    • Article: "Notable Paintings at Fogg Museum to Seek New Home"

      • This article discusses a collection of paintings at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University that are going to find new homes.
    • Other Headlines:

      • "Ask Taxi Men to Seek Cake" - Appears to be a small article related to taxi drivers.
      • "Archbishop to Aid Children" - An article about an archbishop helping children.
      • "World Pleas for Homes" - Likely discussing post-war housing needs.
    • Mention of Sara Norton:

      • A tribute or article about Sara Norton, daughter of Charles Eliot Norton, written by Sic Edwards, discussing her contributions and involvement in the current Pre-Raphaelite Exhibition.
  2. News Clips (Right Side):

    • Source: Boston News Clip from the Boston Advertiser, dated May 9, 1946.

    • Section: "Around the Town" by Frieda C. Wolper.

      • Lists cultural events happening around Boston that are free to all.
    • Events Listed for May 6-12:

      • Friday, May 10:
        • Concerts, lectures, and exhibitions including a concert at Jordan Hall and an exhibition at the Fogg Museum.
      • Saturday, May 11:
        • Story Hour at the Children's Museum and various exhibitions and lectures.
      • Sunday, May 12:
        • Exhibitions, concerts, and lectures at various locations including the Gardner Museum.
      • Monday, May 13:
        • Lectures and concerts including a lecture at the Boston Public Library.
      • Tuesday, May 7:
        • A variety of events including lectures, concerts, and exhibitions.
      • Wednesday, May 8:
        • More lectures and art classes, including one at the Children’s Art Centre.
      • Thursday, May 9:
        • Lectures and an event at the First National Bank.

The clippings provide a snapshot of cultural and social activities in Boston around that period, highlighting various free events such as concerts, lectures, exhibitions, and children's activities.

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The image displays a page from a scrapbook containing various newspaper clippings. The clippings feature headings and dates, one prominent heading is from the "Boston Post" dated Monday, May 6, indicating an article about notable paintings. There are references to dates from 1946 and 1948 among the visible pieces.

The page layout seems thoughtfully arranged to preserve articles related to cultural events, with some sections concentrating on listings for free cultural activities, providing a historical snapshot of the local events during that time period. The articles include mentions of lectures, concerts, and stories.

On the right side of the page, a rectangular, brownish blank space suggests where a news clip might have been removed or is missing. The paper is aged with some discoloration and creases, which is typical for materials of this nature and age. Overall, the scrapbook page serves as a personal curation of cultural history, reflecting the interests of its creator.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The clippings are mostly from the Boston Post and other Boston news sources, dated in early May 1946. The largest clipping on the right side is titled "Around The Town" by Frieda C. Wolper, listing cultural events free to all, such as concerts, exhibitions, lectures, flower shows, and art classes taking place throughout the week of May 10-16.

On the left side, there are several smaller clippings layered and somewhat overlapping. One of these clippings features a black-and-white photograph of a woman holding a string instrument, likely a violin. The text in this clipping mentions "Sara Norton," and references an artwork by Sir Edward Burne-Jones.

There are also stamps visible on the page indicating that these clippings are Boston news clips from specific addresses and dates in May 1946.

Overall, the page appears to be a curated collection of cultural event listings and related newspaper articles from Boston newspapers in 1946.

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The image shows an open book with a newspaper clipping pasted on the left page. The clipping is from the Boston Post and is dated May 6, 1946. It features a black and white photograph of a woman holding a cello, with the caption "Sara Norton." The clipping also includes a brief article about Sara Norton and her cello performance. The book appears to be a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings, with the left page featuring a clipping from the Boston News Clip dated May 9, 1948.

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The image depicts an open book or scrapbook containing newspaper clippings from May 1946, specifically from the Boston Post and Boston News Clip. The clippings are dated May 6 and May 9, 1946, respectively, and are organized chronologically.

Key Details:

  1. Left Page (Boston Post, May 6, 1946):

    • Headline: "Ninth Paintings at 1943 Gallery Show."
    • The article discusses an art exhibition titled "Ninth Paintings at 1943 Gallery Show," likely referring to a gallery or art event taking place in Boston.
    • There is a photograph accompanying the article, showing a person playing a violin, suggesting a connection between the art exhibition and musical performances.
    • The article includes details about the exhibition, such as dates, locations, and possibly the artists involved.
  2. Right Page (Boston News Clip, May 9, 1946):

    • Headline: "AROUND THE TOWN: Cultural Events Free to All."
    • This section lists various cultural events happening in Boston during the week of May 9–15, 1946. The events include:
      • Concerts:
        • "Concert—Sextet, Social Musical Club" on Friday, May 10.
        • "Concert—Harry Dubner, pianist" on Sunday, May 12.
        • "Concert—Elizabeth Seher, violinist" on Monday, May 13.
        • "Concert—Harry Kelchick, violin" on Wednesday, May 15.
      • Lectures:
        • "Lecture—What About Spain?" on Monday, May 13.
        • "Lecture—The Defense and the Offense" on Monday, May 13.
      • Exhibitions:
        • "Exhibition—Examples of War Art" on Sunday, May 12.
        • "Exhibition—Flowers and Lilacs" on Sunday, May 12.
      • Other Events:
        • "Story Hour—The Story of the Willow Dell" on Saturday, May 11.
        • "Flower Show—Tulips" on Thursday, May 16.
    • The events are listed with dates, times, and locations, indicating a comprehensive guide to cultural activities in Boston at the time.

Additional Observations:

  • The clippings are preserved in a scrapbook or binder, suggesting they were collected for historical or personal reference.
  • The layout includes both textual content and visual elements (e.g., the photograph of the violinist), providing a mix of information and imagery.
  • The dates and locations indicate these are local Boston events, reflecting the cultural life of the city in the mid-20th century.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of Boston's cultural scene in May 1946, highlighting art exhibitions, concerts, lectures, and other community events.