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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.

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 presents a newspaper clipping and a press clipping bureau card, both of which are related to Mrs. Rockefeller's will and its benefits for art museums.

• Newspaper Clipping:
  • The clipping is titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums" and features a headline in bold font.
  • The article discusses how Mrs. Rockefeller's will benefited art museums, including the Museum of Modern Art.
  • It mentions that she left her collection of 26 items, including furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects, to the museum.
  • The article also notes 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 states that 14 nephews and nieces received $7000 each, minus gifts made during her lifetime, and that they will receive an equal share of the trust residuary of the estate, estimated fund.
• Press Clipping Bureau Card:
  • The card is from Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street - New York.
  • It includes the address and contact information for the bureau, as well as a date stamp indicating that it was processed on April 22, 1948.

In summary, the image shows a newspaper clipping and a press clipping bureau card related to Mrs. Rockefeller's will and its benefits for art museums. The clipping discusses how Mrs. Rockefeller left her collection of 26 items to the Museum of Modern Art and 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 card provides contact information for the press clipping bureau that processed the article.

The image presents a newspaper clipping and a press clipping bureau document, both dated April 22, 1948. The newspaper clipping is titled "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums" and features a light-brown color with black text. It discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., who left her art collection to various museums, including the Museum of Modern Art in New York City.

The press clipping bureau document is light green with black text and features the name "Byerelle's" at the top, along with an address and phone number. It appears to be a receipt or invoice for the newspaper clipping, indicating that it was obtained from the press clipping bureau.

Overall, the image provides insight into the philanthropic efforts of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller and her contributions to the art world.

The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping and a business card.

The business card is light green with black text. It reads "Burrelle's" in cursive at the top, accompanied by an illustration of scissors. Below this, it states "ESTABLISHED 1888" and "BARclay 7-5371." The next line reads "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU," followed by the address "165 Church Street - New York." Further down, it lists "NEW YORK, N.Y. WORLD-TELEGRAM" and "Circ. D. 387,087 SAT. 276,907." The date "APR 22 1948" is stamped on the card.

Below the business card is a yellowed newspaper clipping from April 22, 1948. The headline reads "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., and how her estate will benefit various art museums. The clipping appears to be attached to the business card, suggesting that Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau clipped the article for their client.

The background of the image is a plain gray color. Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive related to the Rockefeller family and their philanthropic efforts in the art world.

The image presents a scanned or photographed collection of two items: a business card and a newspaper clipping.

Business Card:
The business card is light green with black text. It features the name "Burrelle's" in cursive at the top, accompanied by an illustration of scissors cutting a piece of paper. Below this, it reads "ESTABLISHED 1889" and "BArclay 7-5371." The card also includes the following information:

• PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU
• 165 Church Street - New York
• NEW YORK, N. Y.
• WORLD-TELEGRAM
• Circ. D. 387,087 SAT. 276,907

Newspaper Clipping:
The newspaper clipping is yellowed and appears to be from April 22, 1948. The headline reads "Mrs. Rockefeller's Will Benefits Art Museums." The article discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr., which reveals 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. The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller's collection of miniatures includes 26 items and that she left her furniture, paintings, jewelry, and other personal and household effects to members of her family.

Background:
The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may have been scanned or photographed against a neutral backdrop. Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive related to the Rockefeller family and their philanthropic efforts.

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.