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This image is a scanned copy of a newspaper clipping from The Observer, dated January 18, 1939. The article, titled “Inside Out”, appears to be from the “Press Clipping Bureau” of Buffle's Press Clipping Bureau, located at 68 Church St., New York, and 647 5th Avenue, New York, with a branch in Middletown, N.Y.
The article reports on several notable local and international events concerning Middletown, New York residents:
Jim Wallace / John J. Wallice, Jr.:
A former Middletown resident (son of Mr. and Mrs. John J. Wallice of 204 W. Main Street) is returning from a six-week tour of France, Belgium, and Switzerland. He is currently a student at Cornell University but will soon begin studying architecture at Harvard University after completing his tenure year. He is described as the winner of an Elliott Fellowship.
Richard D. Buck:
A Middletown High School graduate and former resident of 108 Montague Avenue, who is now an assistant conservator of paintings at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, has been granted a one-year leave of absence. He will serve as an adviser to the National Gallery in London at the request of the British Government.
The article describes the importance of his role: British authorities recognized his expertise in restoring old paintings, particularly dealing with long-range problems involving canvases and wood panels, and invited him to inspect and advise on restoration techniques. His appointment is described as a “guarantee” of his skill to uphold tradition in painting conservation.
The article also notes that while in England, Mr. Buck will also serve on an international committee of experts to evaluate the cleaning and restoration process at the National Gallery. He previously served with the Central Laboratory of the Belgian Museum and the Art Museum in Worcester, Massachusetts. The committee, chaired by Paul Coremans, includes other notable experts such as John R. H. Weaver, Paul Coremans, Dr. L. de B. Brugmann, and George L. Stout.
The article mentions a specific critique related to the cleaning of Michael Paraday’s (likely meant to be Meindert Hobbema’s or an error in spelling) painting, “The Marsh,” and notes that previous committees had been criticized for over-cleaning, leading to irreversible damage — a key issue Mr. Buck will be addressing.
He received his training under Mr. Stout at the Fogg Museum and also taught at Wheaton College, Norton, Mass. He holds an A.M. from Harvard and has been with the Fogg Museum since 1937.
Personal details about Richard D. Buck and family:
The article is formatted in a traditional newspaper column style, with asterisks separating the different news items. It reflects the international prestige and professional achievements of local Middletown residents, particularly highlighting the career of Richard D. Buck in the field of art conservation at an early stage of his professional life.
The clipping is slightly yellowed with age, and the text is clear, typewritten in a standard serif newspaper font. “Buffle’s” logo appears at the top in a stylized script. A handwritten date, “Jan 18 1939”, is visible on the clipping, likely added later for filing purposes.
This document is a valuable historical artifact, documenting local pride in the national and international accomplishments of Middletown residents during the pre-war period.
This image appears to be a vintage newspaper clipping from 1949, discussing the presence of Middletown residents aboard the Queen Mary, a luxury ocean liner. The article, titled "Inside Out," mentions two individuals, Jim Wallace and Richard D. Buck, who were passengers on the ship. It provides details about their backgrounds and current activities, including:
The article also provides context about Richard Buck's selection for this role, referencing the Weaver Report and the structural condition of paintings at the National Gallery. It concludes with information about Buck's personal life and plans to relocate to England with his family.
The image is a newspaper clipping from the Middletown, N.Y. Times-Herald, dated January 18, 1949. The clipping is from a column titled "Inside Out" by The Observer. The article discusses two Middletown residents who were passengers on the Queen Mary when it sailed from New York.
The first person mentioned is Jim Wallace, who is actually John J. Wallace, Jr. He is heading to Cherbourg to begin a tour of France, Belgium, and Switzerland. Jim is a winner of an Eldietz Fellowship at Cornell University where he studied architecture and will continue his studies in Rome after completing the ten-week tour.
The second person mentioned is Richard D. Buck, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis Buck and nephew of the late Charles B. Buck of Buck Brothers. Richard is a graduate of Middletown High School and a former resident of 109 Monhagen avenue. He is the conservator of Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. His appointment to that post was announced last week by Paul H. Buck, the provost of Harvard.
Richard Buck has been granted a year's leave of absence to serve as advisor to the National Gallery in London. He is scheduled to land there Sunday. In England, Mr. Buck will concern himself with the long-range problems of conserving famous old paintings, especially where weak canvases and wood panels, insecure grounds, and other structural faults are involved.
An important part of his duties will consist of training assistant restorers. In selecting Mr. Buck for this work, English museum authorities pointed out that his success as a teacher of such students at Harvard was a guarantee that he possessed the capacity to impart his skill to others, thus initiating a tradition.
Mr. Buck's invitation to the National Gallery resulted from the Weaver Report, in which an international committee of experts studied the cleaning of paintings to find out whether any damage to the paintings had resulted, as had been claimed by some critics of the gallery. John R. H. Weaver, president of Trinity College, Oxford, headed the committee. Paul Coremans of the Central Laboratory of the Belgian Museums and George L. Stout, then head of the Department of Conservation of the Fogg Museum and new director of the Art Museum in Worcester, Mass., were the other two members.
They selected ten characteristic paintings and gave them an exhaustive examination. They inspected many others. They found no evidence of any damage from cleaning. In fact, their comment was that in some instances the cleaning had not been quite complete.
They did find, however, that the structural condition of the paintings was often poor and had apparently been given little or no attention. A similar committee had been appointed to answer the same criticism in 1851, a committee which included Michael Faraday, the noted scientist. Faraday's committee made a somewhat similar comment on the structural condition of the paintings, but no action was taken.
Mr. Buck received his training for this work at the Fogg Art Museum, where he worked with Mr. Stout. He also taught art at Wheaton College, Norton, Mass., and has served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. He was graduated from Harvard College in 1927 and received the A.M. degree from Harvard University in 1934. He has been with the Conservation Department of the Fogg Art Museum since 1937.
The former Middletown resident is married to Robina Hirsch of Boston. They have two sons. Mrs. Buck and the children plan to leave for England in May and the family will make their home in England for about a year.
The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Middletown Times Herald, dated January 18, 1949. The clipping contains a brief article titled "Inside Out" by the Observer, discussing the departure of two Middletown residents aboard the Queen Mary from New York. The article mentions Jim Wallace, who was studying architecture in Rome, and Richard D. Buck, who was leaving for England to serve as an advisor to the National Gallery in London.
The clipping is part of the Buffellow Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1841, located at 165 Church Street, New York. The clipping is preserved on a glass slide, indicating its archival status. The text is printed in black ink on a white background, with a clear and legible layout.
The article provides details about Richard D. Buck's background, his role as a conservator at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and his appointment to the British National Gallery. It also mentions his training at the Fogg Art Museum and his marriage to Robina Hirsch of Boston. The clipping highlights the significance of Buck's work in preserving old paintings and his expertise in structural issues related to paintings.
Overall, the image represents a historical record of the departure of two Middletown residents and their professional endeavors, preserved through the Buffellow Press Clipping Bureau.
The image is a photograph of a clipping from a newspaper, specifically from the Middletown Times-Herald dated January 18, 1949. The clipping is titled "Inside Out" and is attributed to "The Observer." The text is presented in a column format and appears to be a summary or an excerpt from a longer article.
The content of the clipping discusses various individuals and their activities or achievements. Here is a breakdown of the text:
Middletown Residents on the Queen Mary: The article mentions that at least two Middletown residents were passengers aboard the Queen Mary when it sailed from New York the previous week. It notes that their presence was unknown to each other at the time of the sailing.
Jim Wallace: Jim Wallace, who is described as "really John J. Wallace Jr.," is heading for Cherbourg to begin a semester of study abroad at Cornell University. He is winner of an Eldredge Fellowship in architecture and plans to continue his studies in Rome after completing the ten-week tour.
Richard D. Buck: Richard D. Buck, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Louis B. Buck, is also mentioned. He graduated from Middletown High School and is a former resident of 100 Mohegan Avenue. Richard is a conservator of Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. His appointment to that post is announced. His week by Paul H. Buck (not a relative), a professor at Harvard.
Richard D. Buck's Advisory Role: Richard Buck has been granted a year's leave of absence to serve as an advisor to the National Gallery in London. He was scheduled to land there on Sunday.
Richard D. Buck's Activities in England: In England, Richard Buck will concern himself with the long-range problems of conserving famous old paintings, especially where weak canvas and wood rot are involved. He will also act as an important assistant to his duties. An assistant professor of art will collect Mr. Buck for this work.
Richard D. Buck's Invitation to the National Gallery: Richard Buck received an invitation to the National Gallery from the Weaver Report, in which an international committee of experts studied the cleaning of paintings to find out whether any damage to the paint had resulted, as had been claimed. He inspected ten characteristic paintings and gave them an exhaustive examination. They found no evidence of any damage from cleaning.
Richard D. Buck's Training and Education: Richard Buck received his training for this work at the Fogg Art Museum of Boston, where he worked with Mrs. Stout. He also taught art at Wheaton College, Norton, Mass., and has served on the staff of the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum in Boston. He was graduated from Harvard College in 1927 and received the A.M. degree from Harvard University in 1943. He has been with the Conservation Department of the Fogg Art Museum since 1937.
Richard D. Buck's Personal Life: Richard Buck is married to Robina Hirsch of Boston. They have two sons. Mrs. Buck and the children plan to leave for England in May, and the family will make their home in England for about a year.
The clipping provides a snapshot of the lives and achievements of several individuals connected to Middletown, highlighting their professional and personal endeavors.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Middletown Press, dated January 8, 1980. The clipping is titled "Inside Out" and is attributed to The Observer. The article is a news report discussing the activities and findings related to Richard Buck, an art restorer and conservator, particularly concerning his work on paintings at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
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This clipping provides insight into the professional life and contributions of Richard Buck, particularly his role in art conservation and restoration, as well as his involvement in significant art institutions.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with the title "Inside Out" and a date of January 18, 1953. The article is about the Queen Mary, which was painted by Jim Wallace, who is really John A. Wieland. The article also mentions that Richard D. Buck, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Buck of Buck Bros., Dick, a graduate of Harvard, is conservator of the Queen Mary. The article also mentions that Paul H. Buck (not a relative) is professor of Harvard.
The article is written in black ink on a beige background, and it appears to be a news article from a local newspaper. The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the words "Buffetts" printed on it, which suggests that it may have been saved by someone who worked at a restaurant or other establishment called Buffetts.
Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, offering information about the Queen Mary and the people involved in its preservation.
The image presents a newspaper clipping from the "Buffaloes" press clipping bureau, dated January 18, 1949. The article is titled "Inside Out" and features a column of text that appears to be an excerpt from a larger piece.
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The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from the "Buffalo Evening News" dated January 18, 1949, featuring an article titled "Inside Out" by the Observer.
The clipping is yellowed and worn, with visible creases and tears, indicating its age and handling. The article discusses Richard D. Buck, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Buck Brothers, who is a conservator at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article highlights Buck's expertise in art conservation and his work on various projects, including the cleaning of paintings to their original state.
The clipping is attached to a gray background with staples, suggesting that it may be part of a larger collection or archive. The overall appearance of the clipping and its presentation on the gray background convey a sense of nostalgia and historical significance, providing a glimpse into the past and the world of art conservation during the mid-20th century.
The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, yellowed with age, featuring an article titled "Inside Out" and dated January 18, 1949. The clipping is rectangular in shape, with a smaller rectangular piece of paper attached to the top, bearing the logo of the "Buffaloes Press Clipping Bureau" in black cursive font.
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Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a vintage newspaper clipping and its accompanying paper with a logo, set against a clean and neutral background.