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This image features a clipping from a newspaper article dated April 22, 1948. The headline reads, "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The text of the article details how Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., left a significant portion of her estate to various art museums and institutions, including the Museum of Modern Art and the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College. The article also mentions that her furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal effects were left to her family, with Mr. Rockefeller retaining the right to use them during his lifetime. Additionally, the will provided for a power of appointment under a trust, which was to benefit her children.

This image is a newspaper clipping from April 22, 1948, discussing the provisions of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's will. The clipping is labeled as being provided by Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau, a New York-based service established in 1888.

Key details in the clipping:

1. Title: "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums"
2. Content:
   • Mrs. Rockefeller's will provided continued support for art museums she had previously sponsored.
   • Her Oriental miniature collection, consisting of 26 items, was left to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with the stipulation that it be given to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death.
   • The will left at least $500,000 to the Museum of Modern Art, located at 11 W. 53rd Street.
   • Her personal belongings, including furniture, paintings, jewelry, and household effects, were bequeathed to her family, with her husband having the right to use them during his lifetime.
   • Fourteen nephews and nieces each received $7,000, minus any gifts already given during her lifetime.
   • The residuary of the estate, estimated at less than $500,000, was divided among her children through a trust created by her mother.

Layout and Notes:

• The clipping has a green border at the top with the Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau details, including their address and contact information.
• The clipping appears to be aged, with a yellowed paper color and some creases, indicating its historical nature.

This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from April 22, 1948, attached to a light blue card from “Burrelle’s Press Clipping Bureau.” The clipping reports on the will of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller.

Key details from the article:

• Headline: “Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums”
• Subject: The article details the provisions of the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr.
• Primary Beneficiaries:
  • Art Museums: The will provides further aid to art museums she supported during her lifetime.
  • Museum of Modern Art (MoMA): Her Oriental miniature collection (26 items) is bequeathed to MoMA, located at 11 W. 53rd St.
  • Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard College: The collection is to go to the Fogg Museum upon the death of her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr.
• Family Provisions:
  • Her personal effects, including furniture, paintings, and jewelry, are left to family members.
  • Her husband retains the right to use these items during his lifetime.
  • Fourteen nephews and nieces each receive $7,000 from the estate’s residuary fund (after gifts made during her lifetime).
• Trust: A power of appointment under a trust created by her mother was exercised in favor of her children, ensuring they receive an equal share of the trust fund.

The Burrelle’s Card (Press Clipping Bureau):

• Business Name: Burrelle’s (Established 1888)
• Contact: Barclay 7-5371
• Address: 165 Church Street — New York
• Telegrams: Circ. D. 387,087 SAT. 276,907
• Date Stamp: April 22, 1948 (matching the newspaper clipping’s date).

The newspaper clipping is aged, yellowed, and has some creases and a small tear. Several lines of text in the article are underlined in blue ink. The overall presentation suggests this was a professionally preserved press clipping for archival or research purposes.

The image is a clipping from a newspaper article about Mrs. Rockefeller's will and how it benefits art museums. The clipping is placed on a white background and has a grayish tint. The article is dated April 2, 1948, and mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller's will benefits art museums she helped sponsor during her lifetime. The article also mentions that she bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the provision that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard College, upon his death. Additionally, the article mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller possessed a trust created by her mother, which was exercised in favor of her children and thus they will receive in equal shares her portion of the trust fund.

The image shows a clipping of a newspaper article. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with a stamp on it. The stamp is from the press clipping bureau, with the address and contact details of the bureau. The newspaper clipping is about Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who was one of the most generous art patrons in the country. The article reveals that she has bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the provision that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard College, upon his death. The article also mentions that she has left a collection of furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects to members of her family. The article also mentions that she has left a power of appointment under a trust created by her mother, which was exercised in favor of her children, and thus they will receive in equal shares her portion of the trust fund.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New York World-Telegram, dated April 22, 1948. The headline reads: "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article discusses the provisions of the will of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., which was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court.

Key Details from the Clipping:

1. Art Museums Benefited:

   • Art museums that Mrs. Rockefeller supported during her lifetime received further financial aid.
   • The Museum of Modern Art (located at 11 W. 53rd St.) received at least $500,000.

2. Oriental Miniatures:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the condition that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death.

3. Family Beneficiaries:

   • Fourteen nephews and nieces received $7,000 each, minus any gifts made to them during her lifetime.
   • The residuary estate, estimated at less than $500,000, was left to the Museum of Modern Art.

4. Personal Effects:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller’s personal items, including furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other household effects, were left to members of her family. Her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., retained the right to use these items during his lifetime.

5. Trust Provisions:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller had a power of appointment over a trust created by her mother. This trust was exercised in favor of her children, meaning they would receive equal shares of her portion of the trust fund.

Visual Elements:

• The clipping is presented on aged, slightly yellowed paper, typical of mid-20th-century newspaper clippings.
• The top portion of the image shows the header of Bufelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a barcode and establishment date (1889) visible.
• The article is neatly typed, with clear headings and structured paragraphs, reflecting the formal style of newspaper reporting from the era.

This clipping highlights Mrs. Rockefeller’s significant contributions to art institutions and her thoughtful distribution of her estate among family members and charitable causes.

• The image shows two vintage paper clippings arranged on a gray background.
• The top piece is a small, mint-green card from a press clipping bureau (Burrelles/Burrelles) with a stylized logo, “Press Clipping Bureau, 165 Church Street – New York,” and references to World-Telegram and circulation numbers. There’s a faded stamp that reads “APR 22 1949.”
• The bottom piece is a larger, tan/orange newspaper clipping with the bold headline “Mrs. Rockefeller’s Will Benefits Art Museums.” The article text discusses Abby Aldrich Rockefeller’s will and the bequests to art museums, mentioning the Fogg Museum and Harvard College, among other details. The clipping is torn and shows old, serif type.

This image shows a vintage press clipping from a newspaper with a mint green header that reads "Byron's ESTABLISHED 1888, Barclay 7-5371, PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU, 165 Church Street - New York". Below the header, additional information includes "NEW YORK, N.Y. WORLD-TELEGRAM Circ. D. 387,087 SAT. 276,907".

The main part of the clipping displays a portion of an article dated "APR 2 3 1948" with the headline "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article discusses how art museums which she helped sponsor during her lifetime were given further aid in the will of the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr. It mentions Abby Aldrich Rockefeller was revealed to be one of the country's most generous art patrons. She bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the provision that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard, upon his death. Fourteen nephews and nieces receive $7000 each, minus gifts made during her lifetime, and the residuary of the estate, estimated at less than $500,000, goes to the Museum of Modern Art, 11 W. 53rd St. The text continues, but the rest is cut off at the edges of the clipping.

The clipping has a noticeable fold in the middle, and the type's age and the method of preservation have caused slight discoloration and wear to the paper. The combination of the snippet of historical content and the vintage presentation gives the impression of archival material, related to a significant event or person in history, specifically in the context of philanthropy and art patronage.

This image contains a newspaper clipping alongside a business card. The business card is for "Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau," located at 165 Church Street, New York. It provides contact information and mentions the World Telegram newspaper, with circulation numbers listed.

The newspaper clipping, dated April 22, 1948, is titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." It discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, highlighting her contributions to art museums through generous bequests. Her Oriental miniatures were left to her husband with a provision that they would later be donated to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard. The article mentions that she left gifts to fourteen nephews and nieces and that a portion of her trust fund will also benefit her children.

The clipping describes a collection of miniatures, furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other household effects donated to family members. Additionally, it mentions Abby Rockefeller's impressive contribution of no less than $500,000 to the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

The image shows a clipping from a press clipping bureau named Burrelle's, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping is dated April 22, 1948.

The main content is a newspaper article titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article states that art museums supported by Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller during her lifetime were further aided by her will. Mrs. Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the provision that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death. Additionally, fourteen nephews and nieces are to receive $7,000 each, minus gifts made during her lifetime, and the residual of the estate, estimated at less than $500,000, goes to the Museum of Modern Art at 11 W. 53rd St.

The article also mentions that the collection of miniatures includes 26 items and that Mrs. Rockefeller's furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects were left to members of her family, with Mr. Rockefeller having the right to use them during his lifetime. Moreover, a power of appointment under a trust created by Mrs. Rockefeller's mother was exercised in favor of her children, who will receive equal shares of the trust fund.