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The image shows a collection of vintage clippings and a business card. Here are the details:

1. Business Card:

   • The card is from "Barrelle's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1888.
   • The contact information includes the phone number "BARclay 7-5371" and the address "165 Church Street, New York."
   • It mentions the "New York, N.Y. Daily News" with circulation figures: D. 2,354,444, S. 4,599,524.

2. Clippings:

   • The main clipping is titled "Enter Will of Mrs. John D." and discusses the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's will.
   • It mentions that her estate was valued at "less than $500,000" and was left to the Museum of Modern Art after bequests to relatives.
   • There's a note indicating that Mrs. Rockefeller died in April 5.
   • Another clipping mentions Harvard College and a collection of Oriental miniatures that were to be passed to Harvard upon the death of John D. Rockefeller Jr.
   • The clippings are cut from a newspaper and are slightly aged, with some red markings on the edges.

The overall context suggests the image might be part of a collection of historical news clippings and business materials.

This image shows two pieces of paper:

1. Top Piece: A business card for "Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau," which is established in 1888. The card includes the address "165 Church Street, New York" and a phone number "BArcay 7-5371." It also mentions "NEW YORK, N.Y. DAILY NEWS" with circulation numbers "Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524."

2. Bottom Piece: A newspaper clipping with the headline "Enter Will of Mrs. John D." The article discusses the estate left by Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, stating that her estate was valued at less than $500,000. The will was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court, and it mentions that she left various bequests to relatives and the Museum of Modern Art. Additionally, she left her Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with the instruction that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death. The clipping also notes that Mrs. Rockefeller died on April 5. There is a red underline under the phrase "Harvard College." The top right corner of the clipping mentions "the Fogg Museum of Art."

The image is a collage of three different clippings from newspapers. The top left clipping is a business card for Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau, with a date of April 2, 1949, and a location of 165 Church Street, New York. The top right clipping is a news article about the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, who left her estate to the Fogg Museum of Art. The bottom clipping is another news article about the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, who left her Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with instructions that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death.

The image consists of two pieces of paper that are clipped together. One of the papers has the name "Burrelle's" written on it, along with a logo that resembles a pair of scissors. It also includes the words "Press Clipping Bureau" and an address in New York. The other paper is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Enter Will of Mrs. John D." The clipping contains information about the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, including details about her estate and bequests.

The image shows two vintage newspaper clippings from the New York Daily News, dated April 2, 1948. The clippings are mounted on a card or label from "Burelle's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1889, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The label includes the newspaper's circulation details: "Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524."

Top Clipping:

• Headline: "Enter Will of Mrs. John D."
• Content: The article reports on the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr. It states that her estate was valued at "less than $500,000" and was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court. The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller left approximately $100,000 to relatives, while the residual estate was bequeathed to the Museum of Modern Art.

Bottom Clipping:

• Content: This portion of the clipping continues the story, elaborating on Mrs. Rockefeller's bequests. It notes that she also left her Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with instructions that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death. The article also mentions that Mrs. Rockefeller passed away on April 5, as noted by the Fogg Museum of Art.

Visual Details:

• The clippings are presented on aged, slightly worn paper with a sepia tone, typical of historical newspaper prints.
• The text is clearly legible, with key details such as dates, names, and financial figures prominently displayed.
• The overall presentation suggests these clippings were preserved for historical or archival purposes, likely by Burelle's Press Clipping Bureau.

This image captures a significant moment in the history of philanthropy and art patronage, highlighting the legacy of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller and her contributions to cultural institutions.

The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and a press clipping bureau card, set against a light gray background.

Newspaper Clippings:

• Top Clipping: A beige rectangle with black text, featuring the logo "Buffrelle's" in cursive at the top. Below the logo, the text reads: "ESTABLISHED 1888," "BARCLAY 7-5371," "PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU," and "165 Church Street - New York." The bottom section displays the text: "NEW YORK, N.Y. DAILY NEWS" and "Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524."
• Bottom Clipping: A beige rectangle with black text, featuring the headline "Enter Will of Mrs. John D." in large font. The article discusses the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's estate, valued at less than $500,000, which was revealed as she filed for probate in Surrogate's Court. After the Fogg Museum of Art, Mrs. Rockefeller left bequests of approximately $100,000 to relatives. She also left her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., her Oriental miniatures, instructing that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death. At yesterday as the will was filed for Harvard, the collection will go to Harvard.

Press Clipping Bureau Card:

• The card is positioned behind the newspaper clippings, with its top edge aligned with the top edge of the top clipping. It features the same logo and text as the top clipping.

Background:

• The background of the image is a light gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the newspaper clippings and press clipping bureau card.

In summary, the image showcases a collection of newspaper clippings and a press clipping bureau card, highlighting the estate of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller and her bequests to relatives and institutions.

The image features a newspaper clipping from April 1948, detailing the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, who passed away on April 5. The clipping is accompanied by a business card for Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, which appears to have been used to clip the article.

Newspaper Clipping:

• Headline: "Enter Will of Mrs. John D."
• Content: The article discusses the probate of Mrs. Rockefeller's estate, which includes bequests to relatives and the Museum of Modern Art. It also mentions that her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., left an estate valued at less than $500,000.
• Date: April 1948

Business Card:

• Company Name: Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau
• Address: 165 Church Street, New York
• Phone Number: BArclay 7-5371

Background:

• The background of the image is a light gray color, which provides a neutral backdrop for the newspaper clipping and business card.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical document related to the estate of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller, with the newspaper clipping providing information about her will and the business card serving as a source for the clipping.

The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings on a gray background, with the primary focus being a clipping from the "Daily News" dated April 13, 1943. The clipping is titled "Enter Will of Mrs. John D." and features a prominent headline in large black text.

Key Details:

• Newspaper Clipping: The clipping is from the "Daily News" and is dated April 13, 1943.
• Title: The title of the clipping is "Enter Will of Mrs. John D."
• Headline: The headline is in large black text and reads "Enter Will of Mrs. John D."
• Content: The clipping discusses the will of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, the late wife of John D. Rockefeller Jr.
• Estate Value: The estate is valued at "less than $500,000."
• Bequests: The will includes bequests to relatives and the Fogg Museum of Art.
• Oriental Miniatures: Mrs. Rockefeller left her Oriental miniatures to her husband, with instructions that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death.
• Business Card: A business card from Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau is visible in the top-left corner of the image.
• Background: The background of the image is a plain gray color.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a historical archive or collection of newspaper clippings related to the Rockefeller family. The clipping provides insight into the life and legacy of Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, as well as the philanthropic efforts of the Rockefeller family. The inclusion of the business card from Burrelles Press Clipping Bureau suggests that the clippings may have been collected or archived by a professional service.

The image presents a collection of vintage newspaper clippings, likely from the 1940s, set against a light gray background. The clippings are arranged in a way that suggests they have been carefully placed or scanned for documentation purposes.

Newspaper Clippings:

• Top Clipping: A business card for Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau, featuring their address and contact information.
  • Established: 1888
  • Address: 165 Church Street - New York
  • Phone Number: BArclay 7-5371
  • Circulation: D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524
• Bottom Clipping: A news article about the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller.
  • Date: April 13, 1943 (visible on the top clipping)
  • Content: The article discusses the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller's estate, valued at less than $500,000, and her bequests to relatives and institutions.

Key Points:

• The clippings appear to be from the New York Daily News.
• The business card provides information about Burrell's Press Clipping Bureau, while the news article reports on the will of Mrs. John D. Rockefeller.
• The image suggests that the clippings have been preserved and are being showcased for historical or archival purposes.

The image is a clipping from the New York Daily News, dated April 13, 1948. It contains a news article titled "Enter Will of Mrs. John D."

The article reports on the will of the late Abby Aldrich Rockefeller, who left an estate valued at "less than $500,000." The will was filed for probate in Surrogate's Court. After the Fogg Museum of Art made bequests of approximately $100,000 to relatives, Mrs. Rockefeller left the residuary estate to the Museum of Modern Art.

Additionally, Mrs. Rockefeller bequeathed her Oriental miniatures to her husband, John D. Rockefeller Jr., with instructions that they should pass to Harvard College upon his death. At Harvard, the collection will go to the Fogg Museum. Mrs. Rockefeller died on April 5.

The clipping also includes the masthead of the press clipping bureau, Burelle's, established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with the contact information Barclay 7-5371. The circulation details for the New York Daily News are also provided: Circ. D. 2,354,444 S. 4,599,524.