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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, preserved on aged, yellowed paper, which appears to have been cut from a press clipping service. The clipping is accompanied by a matching, slightly smaller paper label or folder tab stapled or affixed to its top left corner.

The Label/Folder:

• Header: Features a stylized blue script logo reading “Burrelle’s” with an icon of a pair of scissors below it. This is the logo for “Burrelle’s Press Clipping Bureau.”
• Details: Below the logo, it states “ESTABLISHED 1888” and the phone number “BArclay 7-5371.”
• Address: “PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU, 165 Church Street - New York.”
• Location & Date: It is marked for “HEMPSTEAD, N. Y.,” with a circulation notation “Circ. D. 64,119,” and stamped with the date “MAR 31 1948,” indicating when the clipping was processed or distributed.

The Newspaper Article:

• Headline: “Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions” — printed in large, bold, black font.
• Dateline: “New York —” indicating the article’s origin.
• Summary: The article reports on the transfer tax appraisal filed for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop (1864–1943), an esteemed art collector and philanthropist. His estate’s gross value was set at $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587.
• Key Details:
  • The bulk of his property was bequeathed to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury, N.Y.
  • He was a 76-year-old descendant of John Winthrop, first governor of Massachusetts.
  • His $231,000 Groton Farm in Old Westbury and a residual estate of about $3,000,000 were left to his nephew.
  • His famous $1,900,000 collection of American art, Chinese sculpture, and stone and gold objects from South and Central America was donated to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which also received $100,000 in cash.
  • Over $2,000,000 was directed to charity and educational institutions.
  • He was the principal legatee under the will of his brother, Beekman Winthrop — the ex-governor of Puerto Rico.
  • He was noted for helping restore historic buildings in Lenox, Massachusetts.
  • His two daughters (living in New England) did not inherit directly but were provided for via a trust established by Winthrop’s mother in 1925.
• Markings: Some portions of the text (such as “Fogg Museum at Harvard University” and parts of the last paragraph) have been lightly underlined or circled in red pencil, suggesting these points were of particular interest to the clipping’s recipient.

Overall Impression:
This clipping documents a significant inheritance and philanthropic legacy from a prominent American art collector. The Burrelle’s label indicates this was a professionally clipped item, likely monitored for public relations or historical research purposes. The artifact reflects mid-20th-century typographic styles and archival practices, and its yellowed color suggests age and careful preservation. The red pencil marks suggest it was actively reviewed or studied after clipping.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper with a headline that reads "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The article discusses the transfer of Grenville Lindall Winthrop's estate, valued at $6,210,087, to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury. The gross value of the estate was $5,789,587. The article provides details about the beneficiaries of the estate, including the donation of a famous $1,900,000 collection of American art to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which also received $100,000 in cash. The article also mentions the charitable and educational contributions made with more than $2,000,000 from the estate. The clipping includes a note at the top left corner that reads "Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau," along with contact information and a date of March 31, 1948. The clipping is marked with red lines, possibly indicating important sections or notes.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from "Newsday," dated March 31, 1948, with a heading that reads "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The article discusses a transfer tax appraisal filed on the estate left by Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist. The gross value of the estate is reported to be $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587. The bulk of the property was bequeathed to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury.

The article mentions that the 76-year-old descendant of John Winthrop, the first governor of Massachusetts, willed his $231,000 Groton Farm in Old Westbury to his nephew, along with the lifetime income from the residuary estate of about $3,000,000. More than $2,000,000 went to charity and educational institutions. Winthrop's famous $1,900,000 collection of American art, Chinese sculpture and stone and gold art objects from South and Central America, was left to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which also received $100,000 in cash.

The clipping is from Hempstead, N.Y., and has a red outline around it. There is also a separate piece of paper at the top left corner with the logo and information about "Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau," established in 1888, located at 165 Church Street, New York, with the phone number BArclay 7-5371. The circulation number for the clipping is D. 64,119.

The image features a clipping from the Hempstead, N.Y. Newsday, dated March 31, 1948. The headline reads "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The clipping details the transfer tax appraisal of the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist. The gross value of his estate was set at $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587. Winthrop bequeathed the bulk of his property to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury. The article notes that Winthrop's estate included a significant collection of Chinese sculpture and stone, gold art objects from South and Central America, and a renowned collection of American art, valued at $1,900,000. Additionally, Winthrop's Croton Farm in Old Westbury and a lifetime income from the residual estate, totaling about $3,000,000, were left to his nephew. The article also mentions that more than $2,000,000 went to charity and educational institutions. Winthrop's contributions to the restoration of historic buildings in Lenox, Massachusetts, are highlighted, along with the fact that his two daughters were provided for by a trust fund left by his mother in 1925.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Hempstead, N.Y. Newsday, dated March 31, 1948. The clipping is titled "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The article reports on the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist, who bequeathed his property to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury. The gross value of the estate was appraised at $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587.

Winthrop, a descendant of John Winthrop, the first governor of Massachusetts, left his $231,000 Groton Farm in Old Westbury to his nephew, along with a lifetime income from the residual estate, estimated to be more than $2,000,000. The estate also included Winthrop's famous $1,900,000 collection of American art, Chinese sculpture, and stone and gold art objects from South and Central America, which was considered one of the best known in the country. This collection was left to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which also received $100,000 in cash.

Winthrop spent his life amassing the collection and helped restore several historic buildings in Lenox, Massachusetts, where he maintained a large estate. His two daughters, who live in New England, did not share in his estate but were provided for by a trust fund left by Winthrop's mother in 1925.

Description of the Image:

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Hempstead, N.Y. Newsday, dated March 31, 1948, with the headline "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The clipping is accompanied by a header from Buttelle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 165 Church Street, New York, and includes the establishment date of 1888 and the barclay number 7-5371.

Headline and Context:

• The headline, "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions," indicates that the article is about the inheritance of a substantial estate by members of the Winthrop family.

Content Summary:

The article details the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist, who passed away in 1943. Key points from the article include:

1. Estate Appraisal:

   • A transfer tax appraisal valued the gross estate at $6,210,087.
   • The net value of the estate was $5,789,587.

2. Bequests:

   • Robert Winthrop (Winthrop’s nephew) inherited the bulk of the estate, including:
     • $231,000 for the Grotom Farm in Old Westbury.
     • Lifetime income from the residuary estate, estimated at about $3,000,000.
   • More than $2,000,000 was allocated to charity and educational institutions.
   • $1,900,000 worth of American art was part of the estate.

3. Art Collection:

   • Winthrop’s collection included:
     • Chinese sculpture and stone.
     • Gold art objects from South and Central America.
   • This collection was described as one of the best-known in the country.
   • The Fogg Museum at Harvard University received $100,000 in cash and a portion of the art collection.

4. Family and Legacy:

   • John Winthrop, Winthrop’s 76-year-old nephew and the first governor of Massachusetts, was the primary beneficiary.
   • Winthrop’s two daughters, who lived in New England, did not inherit directly but were provided for by a trust fund established by Winthrop’s mother in 1925.
   • Winthrop’s brother, Beekman Winthrop, who died in 1940, was the principal legatee under Winthrop’s will. Beekman Winthrop was an ex-governor of Puerto Rico.

5. Philanthropy:

   • Winthrop spent his life amassing a renowned art collection.
   • He also contributed to the restoration of a half-dozen historic buildings in Lenox, Massachusetts, where he maintained a large estate.

Visual Elements:

• The article is presented on aged, yellowed paper, suggesting it is a historical clipping.
• The header from Buttelle's Press Clipping Bureau includes the establishment year (1888) and a barclay number (7-5371), indicating it was part of a press clipping service.
• The layout is typical of mid-20th-century newspaper clippings, with a clear headline and concise reporting of key facts.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical news story about the inheritance of a significant estate by the Winthrop family, highlighting the philanthropist’s legacy through his art collection, charitable contributions, and family bequests. The clipping provides a snapshot of wealth distribution and philanthropy in 1948, reflecting the era’s values and practices.

• The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a gray background.
• There is a small beige label in the upper left with blue type and a scissors graphic, which reads something like “Press Clipping Bureau, 165 Church Street, New York,” suggesting it came from a clipping service.
• The main clipping has a large bold headline: “Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions.”
• The article describes a transfer tax appraisal for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, left to his nephew Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury, with a gross value around $6.2 million and a net value around $5.8 million. It mentions the contents of the estate, including art and historical items, and notes related connections to Harvard and Beekman Winthrop.
• There is a faint date stamp on the clipping, suggesting it was published in the mid-20th century.

The image shows a newspaper clipping with a header from "Buffelles ESTABLISHED 1888 PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU 165 Church Street - New York" and a sub-header indicating the specific service from "HEMPSTEAD, N. Y. NEWSDAY Circ. D. 64,119." The article is dated "MAR 31 1948."

The title of the article is "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." It details a transfer tax appraisal report for the estate of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, who was an art collector and philanthropist. According to the report, he bequeathed the bulk of his property to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury, with the net value being assessed at $5,789,587. It mentions that the 76-year-old Grenville was a descendant of John Winthrop, the first governor of Massachusetts, and that he willed his Croton Farm in Old Westbury to his nephew along with the lifetime income from the "treasury of more than $2,000,000." It also mentions that Grenville Winthrop left a substantial amount to charity and educational institutions, and a $1,900,000 collection of American art, Chinese sculpture, stone, and gold art-objects from South and Central America to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. Grenville supposedly also left $100,000 in cash.

The article goes on to mention that Winthrop, who died in 1943, was the principal legatee under the will of his brother, Beekman Winthrop, a former governor of Puerto Rico. Additionally, it's noted that Grenville spent his life amassing this collection, which was considered one of the best in the country. It briefly touches on the fact that his two daughters who live in New England did not share in his estate but were provided for by a trust fund left by Winthrop's mother in 1925.

Please note that the clipping is somewhat worn and aged, with slightly frayed edges, indicating it is a physical artifact from the period. The text is printed in the typical font style of mid-20th-century newspapers.

This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from "Buffelle's Press Clipping Bureau," dated March 31, 1948, and titled "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The article details the estate left by Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist, to his nephew Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury. Grenville's estate was appraised at a gross value of $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587.

Highlights from the article include:

• Grenville was a descendant of John Winthrop, the first governor of Massachusetts.
• Among his generous estate allocations were his $231,000 property at Groton Farm in Massachusetts and the remainder of his $3,000,000 trust fund.
• He contributed more than $2,000,000 to charity and educational institutions.
• The famous $1,900,000 art collection of American art, Chinese sculptures, and gold artifacts was left to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.
• His collection was considered one of the most prominent in the country.

Grenville is described as having spent his life amassing his art collection, and the article briefly mentions his two daughters living in New England who were cared for via a separate trust from their mother.

This image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from Burrelle's Press Clipping Bureau, dated March 31, 1948. The clipping's headline reads, "Westbury Kin Gets Winthrop Millions." The article discusses the estate transfer of Grenville Lindall Winthrop, an art collector and philanthropist, who bequeathed most of his estate to his nephew, Robert Winthrop of Old Westbury. The gross value of the estate was appraised at $6,210,087, with a net value of $5,789,587.

The article notes that Grenville Winthrop, a 76-year-old descendant of John Winthrop, the first governor of Massachusetts, left $231,000 to Groton Farm in Old Westbury to his nephew along with a life-time income from the estate, valued at about $3,000,000. More than $2,000,000 was allocated to charity and educational institutions.

Winthrop's collection of American art, Chinese sculpture, stone, and gold art objects from South and Central America was left to the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, which also received $100,000 in cash. Grenville Winthrop died in 1943 and was the principal legatee under the will of his brother, Beekman Winthrop, who died in 1940. The article mentions that Winthrop helped restore historic buildings in Lenox, Massachusetts, where he had a large estate, and that his two daughters, who lived in New England, did not share in his estate but were provided for by a trust fund left by Winthrop's mother in 1925.