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The image is a clipping from a newspaper, specifically from the New York Journal-American, dated April 23, 1948. The clipping is provided by Burrelles, a press clipping bureau established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street in New York. The article is titled "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed."

The article discusses the will of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr. It mentions that she left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, which will be donated to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art upon his death.

Additionally, the will specifies that fourteen nieces and nephews each received $7,000, minus gifts made during her lifetime. The residuary estate, which is believed to amount to less than $600,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The image shows a press clipping from the New York Journal-American, dated April 22, 1948. The headline reads "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed." The article states that a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures was left to her husband, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., by the late Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller. The article also mentions that these miniatures are to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art upon his death. Additionally, fourteen nieces and nephews were bequeathed $7,000 each, minus gifts made during her lifetime. The residual estate, believed to be less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art. The press clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau at 165 Church Street, New York, with a contact number Barclay 7-5371. The bureau, labeled Bubbles, is indicated as established in 1888.

The image shows a press clipping from the New York Journal-American, dated April 2, 1948. The clipping is titled "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed."

The headline reveals that the late Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller filed her will, which includes several provisions:

1. She left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr.
2. Upon his death, these miniatures are to be donated to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.
3. She bequeathed $7,000 each to her fourteen nieces and nephews, after accounting for any gifts she made during her lifetime.
4. The remainder of her estate, believed to be less than $500,000, was left to the Museum of Modern Art.

The clipping is sourced from the Press Clipping Bureau located at 165 Church Street, New York, and is from the archive of BArclay 7-5371. The newspaper's circulation details (Circulation: 673,708; Sales: 1,216,488) are also provided. The logo of "Bubbles" is visible at the top, indicating the establishment year of 1888.

The image is a vintage press clipping from the New York Journal-American dated April 2, 1948. It is a notice from Bubbles' Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, and includes the address and phone number BArclay 7-5371.

The main article in the clipping is titled "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed." It reports that Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband. Upon his death, these miniatures were to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.

Additionally, the article mentions that fourteen nieces and nephews each received $7,000 from her will, excluding any gifts made during her lifetime. The residual estate, estimated to be less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The image is a press clipping from the New York Journal-American, dated April 2, 1948. It is from the "Press Clipping Bureau" of Bubbelle's, a service established in 1888.

The headline of the clipping reads "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed," referring to the late Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller. The article details the contents of her will:

• Mrs. Rockefeller left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr.
• Upon his death, these miniatures are to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.
• Fourteen nieces and nephews each received $7,000, excluding any gifts made during her lifetime.
• The residual estate, valued at less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The clipping includes contact information for Bubbelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street in New York, with a phone number for day service (D. 673,708) and subscription service (S. 1,216,488). The phone number listed is BArclay 7-5371.

The image is a press clipping from the "New York Journal-American," dated April 6, 1948. It is a report from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York.

The headline reads: "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed."

The article details the following information:

• Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who passed away, left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller, Jr.
• Upon his death, these miniatures are to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.
• Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed $7,000 each to fourteen nieces and nephews, minus any gifts they may have received from her during her lifetime.
• The remainder of her estate, which is believed to be less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The image is a photograph of an old newspaper clipping. At the top of the clipping is a logo with the text "Burrelle's", with an image of a pair of scissors, and the words "ESTABLISHED 1888" and a phone number "BArcly 7-5371". Just below this logo is the name and address of the "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU" located at 165 Church Street, New York.

The main body of the clipping is an article from the "NEW YORK, N.Y. JOURNAL-AMERICAN" with circulation details for daily and Sunday listed below the newspaper title. There is a date stamp at the top of the article that reads "APR 19 1948".

The headline of the article is "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed". The article discusses the will of the late Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, indicating that she left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller, Jr. It states that upon his death, the miniatures are to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art. Additionally, the article mentions that fourteen nieces and nephews were bequeathed $7,000 each, minus gifts given during her lifetime, and that the residue of her estate, which is believed to amount to less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The clipping appears aged, with some yellowing of the paper, and the text is typographical, as per the printing methods of the time.

This image shows a newspaper clipping attached to a card from "Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau" located at 165 Church Street, New York. The bureau was established in 1888 and the phone number listed is BAcrlay 7-5371.

The clipping is titled "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed." It reports that the late Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., as stated in her will which was filed that day. Upon his death, these miniatures are to be given to the Fogg Museum of Art for the benefit of Harvard College.

Additionally, fourteen nieces and nephews were each bequeathed $7,000 minus any gifts made during her lifetime. The remaining residuary estate, believed to be less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art. The clipping references the "New York, N.Y. Journal-American."

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a headline that reads "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed." The clipping appears to be from the "Press Clipping Bureau" located at 165 Church Street in New York City. The clipping is dated April 15, 1948.

The article discusses the will of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr. According to the article, Mrs. Rockefeller left a collection of 26 Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr. Upon his death, these miniatures were to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art.

Additionally, the article mentions that fourteen nieces and nephews received gifts made during Mrs. Rockefeller's lifetime, each valued at $7,000. The residual estate, which amounted to less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

The clipping is printed on a white or off-white paper with black text, and it has a slightly aged and worn appearance, suggesting that it is an older clipping.

The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping from the New York Journal-American, dated April 29, 1948. The clipping is from the "Press Clipping Bureau" of Burrelles, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The article is titled "Mrs. John D.'s Will Filed" and details the estate of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller.

Key Details from the Clipping:

1. Subject of the Article:

   • The article discusses the will of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

2. Bequest of Miniatures:

   • A collection of 26 Oriental miniatures was left to her husband, John D. Rockefeller, Jr. These miniatures were to be given to Harvard College for the benefit of the Fogg Museum of Art upon his death.

3. Inheritance for Family Members:

   • Fourteen nieces and nephews were bequeathed $7,000 each, minus any gifts made to them during Mrs. Rockefeller's lifetime.

4. Residual Estate:

   • The residual estate, which amounted to less than $500,000, was willed to the Museum of Modern Art.

5. Circulation Information:

   • The newspaper's circulation details are provided:
     • Daily circulation (Circ. D.): 673,708
     • Sunday circulation (S.): 1,216,488

Visual Elements:

• The clipping is typed in a formal, newspaper-style font.
• The header includes the name "Burrelles" in an elegant, cursive script, along with the establishment year (1888) and the address (Barclay 7-5371).
• The date "APR 29 1948" is stamped at the top, indicating when the clipping was filed or recorded.
• The overall appearance suggests it is a preserved historical document, likely from an archive or collection of press clippings.

This clipping provides insight into the estate planning and charitable intentions of a prominent historical figure, reflecting the wealth and philanthropy associated with the Rockefeller family.