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The image shows a press release from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 4, 1980. The release discusses the findings and plans regarding a 2,000-year-old leather scroll believed to contain the story of Noah's father from the Old Testament. Key points from the release include:

1. Findings: Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum, after a careful two-day study, have concluded that the scroll can be safely opened.
2. Project Delay: Professor John Coolidge, Director of the Museum, announced that technical difficulties will delay the undertaking of this task in the Fogg’s Department of Conservation.
3. Timeline: Work on the project will not begin for several weeks, and it is expected to take six months to complete the opening of the scroll.
4. Scroll Condition: The scroll is partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter but is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.
5. Hazards: Professor Coolidge commented on the hazards involved, stating that while no guarantees of success can be given, experiments with fragments of the scroll suggest it is feasible to attempt to open the full scroll.

The press release is printed on a sheet of paper that is attached to a larger brown backing sheet, likely for preservation or display purposes.

The image shows a typewritten document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 14, 1950. The document discusses the museum's scientists' conclusion that a 2,000-year-old leather scroll, believed to contain the story of Noah's father, can be safely opened. The Director of the Museum, Prof. John Coolidge, announces that while technical difficulties will delay the process, scientists will start work on the project in several weeks, expecting it to take six months to complete. The scroll, which is partly disintegrated and damaged, is thought to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence. Coolidge notes the challenges, stating that while success is not guaranteed, experiments with fragments suggest that attempting to open the full scroll is feasible. The document seems to be continued on another page, as indicated by the word "(more)" at the end.

The image is a document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, dated January 14, 1950. The document reports on a scientific study and decision regarding the opening of an ancient leather scroll.

Key points from the document include:

1. Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum concluded that a 3,000-year-old leather scroll, believed to contain the story of Noah's father, can be safely opened after careful study.
2. The Director of the Museum, Prof. John Coolidge, mentioned that technical difficulties would delay the task.
3. The scientists will not begin work immediately but expect to start within six weeks and anticipate completing the opening of the scroll in six months.
4. The scroll is described as partially disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter, and it is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.
5. Prof. Coolidge expressed caution about the risks involved, stating that there is no guarantee of success, but experiments with fragments suggested that it is feasible to attempt opening the full scroll.

The document is written in a formal and professional manner, likely intended for internal communication within the museum or for broader dissemination of the findings and plans.

The image shows a news release document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 14, 1956. The document discusses a significant scientific and historical project involving a 2,000-year-old leather scroll believed to contain the story of Noah's father.

Key points from the document include:

1. Scroll Discovery: Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum have concluded that the scroll can be safely opened after two days of careful study.
2. Project Details: The task of opening the scroll will be undertaken in the museum's Department of Conservation. There will be a delay of several weeks before the project starts due to technical difficulties.
3. Timeline: Once they begin, it is expected to take six months to complete the opening of the scroll.
4. Condition of the Scroll: The scroll is described as partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter.
5. Significance: It is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.
6. Challenges: Professor John Coolidge, the Director of the Museum, acknowledges the difficulties and hazards involved in the project, stating that while no guarantee of success can be given, experiments with fragments of the scroll suggest it is feasible to attempt opening the full scroll.

The document ends with a notation indicating that more information is forthcoming.

The image shows a historical document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 14, 1956. The document details the museum's decision to carefully open a 2,000-year-old leather scroll, believed to contain the story of Noah's father, a significant biblical text.

Key points from the document include:

1. Decision to Open the Scroll: Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum have concluded that the scroll can be safely opened after two days of careful study.

2. Delay Due to Technical Difficulties: Prof. John Coolidge, the Director of the museum, mentions that technical difficulties will delay the beginning of the project in the museum’s Department of Conservation.

3. Timeline for the Project: It is anticipated that the project will take six months to complete once it starts.

4. Condition of the Scroll: The scroll is described as partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter. It is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.

5. Challenges and Success Possibility: Prof. Coolidge highlights the difficulties involved in the project, stating that there is no guarantee of success. However, experiments with fragments of the scroll have led them to believe that it is feasible to attempt opening the full scroll.

The document is typed on a piece of paper, giving it a formal and official appearance.

The image is of a press release from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 14, 1959. The document details the findings and plans of scientists at the museum regarding a very old leather scroll.

Key points include:

1. Discovery and Age: The scroll is believed to be 2,000 years old and purportedly contains the story of Noah's father.

2. Decision to Open the Scroll: After two days of careful study, scientists concluded that the scroll can be safely opened.

3. Technical Challenges: Prof. John Coolidge, the Director of the Museum, stated that technical difficulties would delay the start of the project in the Fogg's Department of Conservation.

4. Project Timeline: The work on opening the scroll will not begin for several weeks. Once started, it is expected to take six months to complete.

5. Significance of the Scroll: The scroll is partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter but is thought to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.

6. Hazards and Feasibility: Prof. Coolidge commented on the challenges involved, noting that while success is not guaranteed, past experiments with fragments of the scroll have led them to believe it is feasible to attempt opening the full scroll.

The document is marked with the date stamp "JAN 14 1959."

The image shows a typed document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts. The document is attached with a metal staple to a brown paper backing. The top of the document is headed with "FOGG ART MUSEUM HARVARD UNIVERSITY, CAMBRIDGE 38, MASS." printed in blue.

There is a date stamp on the right side near the top that reads "JAN 14 1950."

The text of the document discusses a 2,000-year-old leather scroll believed to contain the story of Noah's father. Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum have concluded, after two days of careful study, that the scroll can be safely opened. Prof. John Coolidge, Director of the Museum, is mentioned as warning that technical difficulties may delay the task of opening the scroll and that work on the project will not start for several weeks, with an expectation that it will take six months to complete. The scroll is partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter and is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence. The note mentions the hazards involved and a statement from Professor Coolidge about the challenges and feasibility of opening the full scroll.

The bottom of the visible text ends with "(more)," indicating additional information on subsequent pages.

The image shows a typed document on letterhead from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, with a date stamp of January 14, 1958. The document describes the conclusion of scientists at the museum after two days of careful study, that a 2,000-year-old leather scroll, believed to contain the story of Noah's father, can be safely opened.

Prof. John Coolidge, Director of the museum, is mentioned as announcing the decision and noting that technical difficulties will delay the undertaking of this difficult task in the Fogg's Department of Conservation. He states that Fogg scientists will not begin work on the project for several weeks and expect that the process of opening the scroll will take six months to complete.

Part of the document is obscured by the cropped image, however, it mentions that the scroll, which is partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter, is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence. Professor Coolidge comments on the hazards involved in the project, saying that while no guarantee of success can be given, experiments with fragments of the scroll lead to the belief that it is feasible to attempt to open the full scroll. There is a notation indicating "(more)" suggesting that the document continues beyond what is visible in the image.

The image shows a document from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, Cambridge, MA, dated January 14, 1956. The document is a typed announcement regarding a significant discovery and decision made by scientists at the museum.

Key Details from the Document:

1. Institution and Date:

   • The document is from the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, dated January 14, 1956.

2. Discovery:

   • Scientists at the Fogg Art Museum, after two days of careful study, concluded that a 2,000-year-old leather scroll, believed to contain the story of Noah's father, can be safely opened.

3. Announcement:

   • The decision was announced by Prof. John Coolidge, Director of the Museum.

4. Technical Challenges:

   • Technical difficulties will delay the opening of the scroll, which will be undertaken by the Fogg's Department of Conservation.

5. Timeline:

   • Scientists will not begin work on the project for several weeks.
   • Once work begins, it is expected to take six months to complete the opening of the scroll.

6. Condition of the Scroll:

   • The scroll is described as partly disintegrated and damaged by foreign matter.
   • It is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence.

7. Hazards and Feasibility:

   • Professor Coolidge comments on the hazards involved, noting that the difficulties in opening the scroll are such that no guarantee of success can be given.
   • However, experiments with fragments of the scroll have led scientists to believe that it is feasible to attempt to open the full scroll.

Visual Description:

• The document is typed on white paper and is placed on a brown cardboard backing, which appears to be part of an archival or display setup.
• The text is neatly aligned and formatted, with clear headings and paragraphs.
• The document is slightly worn, with visible creases and minor discoloration, suggesting it is an original or historical artifact.

Context:

The announcement reflects a significant moment in archaeological and historical research, highlighting the careful and cautious approach required when dealing with ancient, fragile artifacts. The scroll's potential to contain the oldest known Old Testament text underscores its historical and scholarly importance. The mention of technical difficulties and the lengthy timeline emphasizes the complexity and fragility of the task.

The image is a photograph of a document. The document is a press release from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, dated January 14, 1955. The document is mounted on a brown cardboard sheet. The press release announces that scientists at the museum have concluded that a 2,000-year-old leather scroll believed to contain the story of Noah's father can be safely opened. The scroll is believed to contain the oldest Old Testament text in existence. The press release quotes Professor Coolidge, the Director of the Museum, who mentions that technical difficulties will delay the undertaking of this difficult task in the Fogg's Department of Conservation. The scientists expect it will take six months to complete the opening of the scroll.