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The image consists of two parts: a business card and a newspaper clipping.

1. Business Card:

   • Company Name: Burrelle's
   • Established: 1889
   • Address: 165 Church Street, New York, N.Y.
   • Phone Number: Barclay 7-5371
   • Service: Press Clipping Bureau
   • Telegram Information: World-Telegram, Circ. D. 387,087, SAT. 276,907

2. Newspaper Clipping:

   • Headline: Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums
   • Date: April 22, 1948
   • Content:
     • The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr.
     • Art museums she supported during her lifetime, with contributions less than $500,000, will receive further aid.
     • The Museum of Modern Art, located at 11 W. 53rd St., will receive her collection of miniatures, including furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects.
     • Her will was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court.
     • Mr. Rockefeller has the right to use the miniatures during his lifetime.
     • The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College will receive her Oriental miniatures upon Mr. Rockefeller's death.
     • Fourteen nephews and nieces will receive $7,000 each, minus gifts made during her lifetime, and the shares of her portion of the trust residuary of the estate, estimated fund.

The article highlights Mrs. Rockefeller's significant contributions to art museums and the distribution of her estate according to her will.

The image shows a press clipping from the World-Telegram, dated April 22, 1946, with the headline "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article reports that Mrs. Rockefeller, wife of the late John D. Rockefeller Jr., left substantial bequests to several art institutions in her will. Key points include:

1. Art museums she helped sponsor during her lifetime were given further aid.
2. Her Oriental miniatures were bequeathed to her husband, with the provision that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death.
3. An estimated residue of the estate, valued at less than $500,000, was left to the Museum of Modern Art.
4. The collection of miniatures includes 26 items.
5. Mrs. Rockefeller's furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal effects were left to her family members.
6. Fourteen nephews and nieces each received $7,000, minus gifts made during her lifetime.
7. Mrs. Rockefeller also possessed a power of appointment, which was exercised in favor of her children, allowing them to receive an equal share of her portion of the trust fund.

The press clipping was preserved using a card from Bubbles, a hair store established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with a contact number Barclay 7-5371. The card indicates that the clipping was from the World-Telegram, with a circulation of 387,087 daily and 276,907 on Saturdays.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from April 22, 1946, titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The clipping is from the World-Telegram newspaper, which was based in New York City.

Here are the key details from the article:

1. Introduction: The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., who had been a prominent patron of art museums.

2. Will Provisions:

   • The will revealed that the majority of the bequests were directed towards art museums that she had supported during her lifetime.
   • Specifically, the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College received her Oriental miniatures.
   • The Museum of Modern Art in New York received items worth less than $500,000, including a collection of 26 miniatures.

3. Legacy to Family:

   • Fourteen nephews and nieces each received $7000, excluding any gifts made during her lifetime.
   • The rest of her estate, valued at an estimated amount, was left under a trust fund that benefited her children equally.

4. Personal Items:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller’s personal belongings, including furniture, paintings, jewelry, and household effects, were left to her family with the right to use them during her husband’s lifetime.

5. Additional Trust:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller possessed a power of appointment that was exercised in favor of her children, giving them equal shares of the trust fund.

The clipping is part of a press clipping bureau from Buckelle's, which is indicated by the logo and address at the top of the document. The clipping was likely archived for reference purposes.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from April 2, 1948, detailing the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr. The headline reads: "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums."

Key points from the article include:

• Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, a prominent art patron, bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with the provision that they would go to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death.
• Fourteen nephews and nieces each received $7,000, excluding any gifts given during her lifetime.
• The residual portion of the estate, estimated to be less than $500,000, went to the Museum of Modern Art.
• The collection of miniatures included 26 items.
• Mrs. Rockefeller’s furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects were left to the members of her family, with the right for Mr. Rockefeller to use them during his lifetime.
• There was also a power of appointment under a trust created by her mother, which was exercised in favor of her children, ensuring they would equally share her portion of the trust fund.

The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street in New York, and it was published by the World-Telegram. The newspaper is dated April 2, 1948. The top part of the image shows a label from "Bukelle's," a press clipping service established in 1888, with contact details.

The image shows a newspaper clipping and a press clipping bureau envelope from the year 1949.

The envelope is from "Bubbelle's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street in New York. The envelope includes a phone number (BArclay 7-5371) and the newspaper details: "New York, N.Y. World-Telegram," with circulation numbers (Circ. D. 387,087 and SAT. 276,907).

The clipping itself is from an April 2, 1949 issue of the World-Telegram and is titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article details the provisions of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's will, which was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court. Mrs. Rockefeller, known for her generosity as an art patron, bequeathed her collection of Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with the stipulation that they be given to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College upon his death.

The article also mentions that:

• Fourteen nephews and nieces will each receive $7,000, minus any gifts made during her lifetime.
• The remainder of her estate, estimated at less than $500,000, goes to the Museum of Modern Art, located at 11 W. 53rd St.
• Her collection of miniatures includes 26 items.
• 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.
• A power of appointment from a trust created by her mother was exercised in favor of her children, ensuring they will receive equal shares of the trust fund.

The clipping provides a snapshot of how significant contributions to art and culture were handled through the legal provisions of a wealthy patron's will.

The image is a press clipping from the New York World-Telegram, dated April 22, 1948, and it details the contents of Mrs. Rockefeller's will, specifically focusing on the benefits to art museums and her family.

Key points include:

1. Benefits to Art Museums:

   • Mrs. Rockefeller, also known as Abby Aldrich Rockefeller and wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., was a prominent art patron.
   • Her will provided further aid to art museums she supported during her lifetime.
   • The Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard College is to receive her Oriental miniatures upon the death of her husband.

2. Family Provisions:

   • Fourteen nephews and nieces are to receive $7,000 each, minus any gifts given during her lifetime.
   • The remainder of her estate, valued at less than $500,000, is left to the Museum of Modern Art at 11 West 53rd Street in New York City.
   • A collection of 26 miniatures is included in the bequest to the Museum of Modern Art.
   • Her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., is bequeathed her furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal household effects with the right to use them during his lifetime.
   • Mrs. Rockefeller had a power of appointment under a trust created by her mother, which she exercised in favor of her children, ensuring they receive equal shares of her portion of the trust fund.

The clipping is from the Press Clipping Bureau of Butrelles, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The newspaper's circulation at the time was 387,087 daily and 276,907 on Saturdays.

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.

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 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 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.