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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1950-April 1951

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and a photograph mounted on a piece of cardboard. Here is a detailed summary of each element:

  1. Cardboard Background:

    • The cardboard has a handwritten note on the top left corner that reads "Whittemore Clippings" and is dated "June 8, 1950."
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • There are four newspaper clippings attached to the cardboard. Each clipping has a label indicating the source and date.
    • Top Right Clipping:
      • Source: Boston News Clip, Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950.
      • Headline: "Art Exhibitions Print Show On View At The Museum."
      • Content: Discusses an art exhibition featuring prints at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.
    • Bottom Left Clipping:
      • Source: Boston News Clip, Globe, Boston, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950.
      • Headline: "Polaroid Corp. Head to Speak at Harvard."
      • Content: Announces that the head of Polaroid Corporation will give a lecture at Harvard University.
    • Bottom Middle Left Clipping:
      • Source: Boston News Clip, Traveler, Boston, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950.
      • Headline: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture."
      • Content: Similar to the previous clipping, it discusses the upcoming lecture by the head of Polaroid Corporation.
    • Bottom Middle Right Clipping:
      • Source: Boston News Clip, Chronicle-Sun, Cambridge, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950.
      • Headline: Not clearly visible.
      • Content: Not clearly visible.
    • Bottom Right Clipping:
      • Source: Boston News Clip, Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950.
      • Headline: Not clearly visible.
      • Content: Not clearly visible.
  3. Photograph:

    • There is a photograph of a man wearing a top hat and holding a cane. The photograph is labeled "Self-portrait by Edwin Curtis in the exhibition of French prints at the Fogg Museum."

The clippings and photograph seem to be related to events and exhibitions happening around June 1950 in the Boston area, particularly involving art exhibitions and a lecture by the head of Polaroid Corporation.

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The image displays a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings and handwritten notes. The page is dated June 8, 1950, as noted in the handwritten text at the top left corner, which also includes the name "Whittemore." The clippings are from various sources, including the Boston News Clip, the Christian Science Monitor, the Globe, the Traveler, and the Chronicle-Sun, all dated June 1, 1950.

The clippings cover a range of topics:

  1. An article about a speech by the head of Polaroid Corp. at Harvard.
  2. An article about an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum, featuring a self-portrait by Charles Colet.
  3. An article about an upcoming print show at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  4. An article about Dr. Edwin H. Land, also related to Polaroid Corp., giving a lecture at Harvard.

The clippings are neatly arranged and taped to the page, suggesting that the compiler was interested in both art and scientific achievements. The overall condition of the page and clippings appears to be good, with some slight discoloration and wear typical of aged paper.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from June 1950, gathered and labeled as "Whittemore Clippings" on June 8, 1950.

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Handwritten label "Whittemore Clippings" dated June 8, 1950.
  2. Top Center Section:

    • A newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated June 1, 1950. The article is titled "Art Exhibitions" and discusses an art show titled "Print Show On View At The Museum." It mentions an exhibition featuring works by Charles Colet, highlighting the self-portrait in the Poughkeepsie Museum of Art at Harvard.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • Another clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, June 1, 1950, focusing on a lecture. It details that Edwin H. Land, president of Polaroid Corporation, will give a lecture at Harvard University.
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Four smaller clippings, each from various Boston newspapers including the Globe, Traveler, and Chronicle-Sun, also dated June 1, 1950:
      • The first clipping mentions Dr. Edwin H. Land's lecture at Harvard on the Polaroid Corporation’s advancements.
      • The second clipping from the Globe mentions the installation of a new addition at the Poughkeepsie Museum of Art, which includes a section on the new developments in photography by Polaroid.
      • The third clipping from the Traveler discusses the early exhibitions from the pre-Medieval Kingdoms of Ur and the Poughkeepsie Museum of Art.
      • The fourth clipping from the Chronicle-Sun continues the theme of the museum exhibitions and the lecture by Edwin H. Land.

The clippings collectively cover significant events and exhibitions related to art and scientific advancements in the early 1950s, with a focus on Harvard University and the Poughkeepsie Museum of Art.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings and a handwritten note, all affixed to a piece of beige paper. Here is a detailed summary:

  1. Handwritten Note:

    • At the top left corner, there is a handwritten note that reads:
      Theodore Whittemore
      CLIPPINGS
      June 8, 1950
      
  2. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Top Right Corner:

      • A clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" dated June 1, 1950, is titled "Art Exhibitions" and discusses a "Print Show On View At The Museum." The article describes an exhibition at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard, featuring a self-portrait by Charles Colet.
    • Middle Left:

      • Another clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" dated June 1, 1950, from the "Globe" newspaper, titled "Polaroid Corp. Head to Speak at Harvard." It mentions Dr. Edwin H. Land, president of the Polaroid Corporation, giving a lecture on new developments in photography at Harvard University.
    • Middle Center:

      • A clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" dated June 1, 1950, from the "Traveler" newspaper, also titled "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture," reiterating Dr. Land's lecture at Harvard.
    • Middle Right:

      • A clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" dated June 1, 1950, from the "Chronicle-Sun" newspaper, again mentioning Dr. Land's lecture on new developments in photography at the annual meeting of the Society of the Sigma Xi.
    • Bottom Center:

      • A clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" dated June 1, 1950, from the "Christian Science Monitor," detailing an exhibition of prints at the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Bottom Right:

      • Another clipping from "BOSTON NEWS CLIP," dated June 1, 1950, from the "Christian Science Monitor," with a focus on the lecture by Dr. Land, mentioning it will be held at 8 PM at the Fogg Art Museum.
  3. Additional Notes:

    • The clippings are from various Boston newspapers, including the Globe, Traveler, Chronicle-Sun, and Christian Science Monitor, all dated around June 1, 1950.

The collection of clippings seems to be focused on events and exhibitions related to art and photography, particularly involving Dr. Edwin H. Land from Polaroid Corporation and an art exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Museum.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings organized on a large sheet of paper, with the heading "WHITTEMORE CLIPPINGS" and dated "June 8, 1950" written in the top left corner.

Here are the details of the clippings:

  1. Top Center Clip (Boston News Clip):

    • Title: "Art Exhibitions Print Show On View At The Museum"
    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: June 1, 1950
    • Description: The article discusses an exhibition of prints at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard. It mentions a self-portrait by Charles Colet and highlights various artists and their works.
  2. Top Right Clip (Boston News Clip):

    • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
    • Date: June 1, 1950
    • Description: This is a continuation or a different section of the same article, possibly discussing the same exhibition or related art news.
  3. Middle Row (Left to Right):

    • Globe, Boston, Mass.:

      • Title: "Polaroid Corp. Head to Speak at Harvard"
      • Date: June 1, 1950
      • Description: Announces that Dr. Edwin H. Land, president of Polaroid Corporation, will give a lecture at Harvard University on new developments in photography.
    • Traveler, Boston, Mass.:

      • Title: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture"
      • Date: June 1, 1950
      • Description: Similar to the Globe article, it mentions Dr. Edwin H. Land’s lecture at Harvard on the subject of new developments in photography.
    • Chronicle-Sun, Cambridge, Mass.:

      • Title: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture"
      • Date: June 1, 1950
      • Description: This article also covers the same lecture by Dr. Edwin H. Land at Harvard University.
  4. Bottom Row (Left to Right):

    • Boston News Clip:
      • Source: Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass.
      • Date: June 1, 1950
      • Description: This clipping seems to be another related article or a continuation of the lecture announcement by Dr. Edwin H. Land.

The clippings collectively focus on two main topics: an art exhibition at Harvard's Fogg Museum and a lecture by Dr. Edwin H. Land on new developments in photography at Harvard University. The clippings are from various Boston-area newspapers dated June 1, 1950.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and notes attached to an orange backing, labeled "WHITEMORE CLIPPINGS" at the top left. The clippings are dated around June 1950.

Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The main heading on the backing reads "WHITEMORE CLIPPINGS."
    • The date "June 8, 1950" is written beneath the heading.
  2. Clippings:

    • Boston News Clip (Top Right):

      • Source: Christian Science Monitor, June 1, 1950.
      • Title: "Print Show On View At The Museum."
      • Content: Discusses an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, focusing on print collecting. The article highlights that the show includes prints from various artists and eras, and discusses the appeal and educational value of print collecting.
    • Boston News Clip (Middle Left):

      • Source: The Boston Globe, June 4, 1950.
      • Title: "Polaroid Corp. Head to Speak at Harvard."
      • Content: Announces that Dr. Edwin H. Land, president of the Polaroid Corporation, will give a public address at Harvard University. The talk will cover recent developments in photography, specifically the introduction of the Polaroid Land camera.
    • Boston News Clip (Middle Center):

      • Source: Boston Traveler, June 1, 1950.
      • Title: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture."
      • Content: Similar to the Globe article, it mentions a lecture by Dr. Edwin H. Land on the Polaroid camera at Harvard University.
    • Boston News Clip (Middle Right):

      • Source: Christian Science Monitor, June 1, 1950.
      • Title: No specific title, but it appears to discuss an art-related event.
      • Content: Describes an event at the Institute of Modern Art in Boston, featuring a talk by Charles Coiner, art consultant for N.W. Ayer & Son, Inc.
    • Boston News Clip (Bottom):

      • Source: Christian Science Monitor, June 1, 1950.
      • Title: "New Developments in Photo-art."
      • Content: Details a meeting of the Society of Art in Industry, featuring lectures by prominent figures including Charles Coiner, who will discuss modern advertising design and its influence on art.
  3. Visuals:

    • There is a photograph of a man in a top hat and formal attire attached to the top right clipping. The photo seems to be from an old print and is possibly related to the art exhibition mentioned.

The overall theme of the clippings revolves around significant events and talks related to art, photography, and lectures in Boston during June 1950.

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This image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings affixed to a folder or scrapbook page. The folder is a light brown color and has several pieces of paper with text attached to it, showing that it likely served as a means to organize or archive these clippings. The clippings are identified as "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" from various dates in June 1950, and they reference events and announcements relevant to that time and place, such as a "Print Show On View At The Museum" related to art exhibitions and a talk scheduled at Harvard University.

Additionally, a hand-written note can be seen on the top left corner of the folder, which reads 'WHITTEMORE CLIPPINGS June 8/19?0'. It appears the year might be incomplete or not fully legible. The folder shows some signs of wear and age, such as creases and tears. It's a historical record that offers a glimpse into the types of events and news that were of interest at the time, and it reflects a personal or institutional method of collecting and preserving information from that era.

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The image shows a scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings and an old beige paper envelope attached to it. The envelope on the left side has handwritten text that reads, "Thomas WHITEMORE CLIPPINGS June 8, 1950."

On the right side of the page, there are multiple small newspaper clippings from various Boston news sources, all dated around June 1, 1950. Some of the headlines include:

  • "Art Exhibitions: Print Show On View At The Museum" with an accompanying black-and-white photo of a person (face blurred in the image).
  • "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture"
  • Other smaller news clippings from Boston newspapers like the "Globe," "Traveler," "Chronicle-Sun," and "Christian Science Monitor."

The clippings seem to relate to art exhibitions, lectures, and perhaps events at Harvard University or associated with it. The page has some wear and aging visible, with tape marks and discoloration near the center. The content suggests it is a collection of historical newspaper clippings focused on art and academic activities from 1950.

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The image shows a collection of clippings from newspapers and magazines. The clippings are pasted on a brown paper folder. The folder has a label that reads "Thomas Whitemore Clippings" and the date "June 8, 1980." The clippings include articles about art exhibitions, a self-portrait of an artist, and a photograph of a man wearing a hat and bowtie. The clippings also include a clipping from the Boston News Clip, which has a label that reads "Boston News Clip" and the date "June 1, 1980."

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a handwritten label, likely part of an archival or historical document. Here is a detailed description:

Overall Layout:

  • The image depicts a folder or folder-like structure containing several newspaper clippings and a handwritten label.
  • The folder appears to be made of brown paper and is slightly worn, suggesting age and historical significance.

Handwritten Label:

  • Located at the top left of the image.
  • The label is written in cursive and reads:
    • "Thomas Whittemore"
    • "Clippings"
    • "June 8, 1950"
  • This indicates that the folder is labeled for Thomas Whittemore and contains clippings dated June 8, 1950.

Newspaper Clippings:

There are multiple newspaper clippings attached to the folder, each with visible headlines and text. Here’s a breakdown of the clippings:

1. Top Right Clipping:

  • Source: Boston News Clip
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Headline: "Art Exhibitions"
    • Subheading: "Print Show On View At The Museum"
    • Content: The clipping discusses an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. It mentions a print show featuring works by various artists, including Charles Cole, and highlights the diversity of prints on display.
    • Visual Element: A small photograph of a man in formal attire (possibly an artist or curator) is included, labeled as a "Self-portrait by Charles Cole."

2. Bottom Left Clipping:

  • Source: Boston News Clip
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Headline: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Speak at Harvard"
    • Content: The article announces that Dr. Edwin H. Land, president of the Polaroid Corporation, will deliver a lecture at Harvard University. It mentions the lecture will take place at the Fogg Art Museum and discusses the significance of the event.

3. Bottom Middle Clipping:

  • Source: Boston News Clip
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Headline: "Polaroid Corp. Head To Give Lecture"
    • Content: Similar to the previous clipping, this one also reports on Dr. Edwin H. Land’s upcoming lecture at Harvard. It provides additional details about the event and its context.

4. Bottom Right Clipping:

  • Source: Boston News Clip
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass.
    • Headline: "Christian Science Monitor"
    • Content: This clipping appears to be from the Christian Science Monitor newspaper. The visible text is less clear, but it seems to reference a lecture or event related to the Polaroid Corporation and possibly ties into the same Harvard lecture mentioned in the other clippings.

Additional Details:

  • Stamps and Markings:
    • Each clipping has a red stamp marking "JUN 1 1950", indicating the date of the clipping or when it was archived.
    • Some clippings have additional handwritten notes or markings, such as "Art Exhibitions" written on the top right clipping.
  • Photograph:
    • The top right clipping includes a small black-and-white photograph of a man in formal attire, identified as a self-portrait by Charles Cole.
  • Contextual Clues:
    • The clippings are centered around two main themes:
      1. An art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum featuring prints.
      2. A lecture by Dr. Edwin H. Land of the Polaroid Corporation at Harvard University.

Conclusion:

The image depicts a historical folder labeled for Thomas Whittemore, containing newspaper clippings dated June 8, 1950. The clippings cover two significant events:

  1. An art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum showcasing prints, including a self-portrait by Charles Cole.
  2. A lecture by Dr. Edwin H. Land of the Polaroid Corporation at Harvard University.

The folder serves as an archival collection, likely preserved for historical or research purposes, documenting cultural and scientific events from mid-20th century Boston.