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This image shows a historical newspaper clipping, presented as a physical artifact, likely preserved in an archive or collection.

Physical Description:

• The item is a vertically-oriented news clipping, pasted onto a larger, off-white piece of paper.
• A large, stamped date “JUN 9 1950” in bold, black ink is visible near the top of the clipping, indicating when it was filed or received.
• The clipping itself is from aged newsprint, which has yellowed over time.
• At the top of the backing paper, in typed text, is the header:

  BOSTON NEWS CLIP
  120 Tremont Street
  Boston 8, Mass.

• Below this, it is addressed to:

  Christian Science Monitor
  Boston, Mass.

Content of the Clipping:
The article is an obituary for Thomas Whittemore.

• Subject: Thomas Whittemore, noted archaeologist and Harvard University fellow of research in Byzantine Art.
• Death: He passed away on June 8, 1950, in Washington, D.C.
• Background:
  • A native of Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • Graduated from Tufts College in 1894.
  • Completed graduate work at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University.
  • Held positions as professor of English and later professor of fine arts at Tufts College.
• Career Highlights:
  • Began foreign exploration in 1911 while serving as the American representative for the Egyptian Exploration Fund (a post he held until 1931).
  • Made annual trips to Turkey for nearly 10 years to restore and record mosaics hidden behind plaster in an Istanbul church.
  • Served as honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum, Harvard.
  • Was director of the Byzantine Institute.
• Memberships:
  • Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and member of the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London.
  • Member of the French Legion of Honor, the Archaeological Institute of America, the American Numismatic Society, the Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York.

Additional Notes:

• The clipping is slightly worn, with a thin red horizontal line drawn across the top (possibly for emphasis or filing), and the number “1245” is handwritten in red ink above the headline.
• The visible text at the very top suggests it may have continued from a previous article or column: “...ters to their new assignments.”

In summary, this is a well-preserved 1950 news clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, detailing the life and achievements of Thomas Whittemore, a prominent American scholar in Byzantine studies, and was likely gathered by a Boston news clipping service for archival or reference purposes.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper titled "Boston News Clip" with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." The clipping is from the "Christian Science Monitor" in Boston, Mass., dated June 9, 1950. It is a news article about Thomas Whittemore, a well-known archaeologist and Harvard University fellow of research in Byzantine Art. The article provides details about his life and achievements, including his education at Tufts College and Harvard Graduate School, his work as a professor of English and fine arts, and his contributions to archaeology, particularly his efforts in restoring and recording mosaics in Turkey. The clipping also mentions his roles as an honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum, Harvard, and as the director of the Byzantine Institute. The article notes his membership in various societies and organizations, including the Royal Geographical Society, the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London, and several others. The clipping appears to be a historical document, preserved for its information about Thomas Whittemore's life and work.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, dated June 9, 1950. The clipping is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and provides an obituary for Thomas Whittemore, who passed away on June 8 in Washington. The obituary details Whittemore's life and achievements:

• He was a well-known archaeologist and Harvard University fellow of research in Byzantine Art.
• Born in Cambridge, he graduated from Tufts College in 1894 and later completed graduate work at Harvard and Oxford.
• He was a professor of English and later of fine arts at Tufts College.
• He began foreign explorations as the American representative in the Egyptian Exploration Fund in 1911, a position he held until 1931.
• He made annual trips to Turkey for nearly 10 years to restore and record mosaics hidden behind plaster on the walls of an Istanbul church.
• He acted as honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum, Harvard, and was the director of the Byzantine Institute.
• He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a member of the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London.
• He was a member of the French Legion of Honor, the Archaeological Institute of America, the American Numismatic Society, the Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York.

The clipping has some handwritten annotations, including the number "128" circled in red. The top part of the image includes the text "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" along with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." and the name of the newspaper "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass."

The image shows a newspaper clipping with a red border at the bottom. The clipping is from the "Boston News Clip" and the "Christian Science Monitor," both based in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping is dated June 9, 1950. The clipping contains a short article about Thomas Whittemore, who passed away on June 3 in Washington. The article provides information about his life, education, and career as an archaeologist and professor.

The image shows a clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 9, 1950, and published by the Christian Science Monitor in Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping contains an obituary for Thomas Whittemore, a renowned archaeologist and scholar who passed away on June 8, 1950, in Washington, D.C.

The obituary provides a brief overview of Whittemore's life and accomplishments. Born in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Whittemore graduated from Tufts College in 1894 and later pursued graduate work at Harvard University, where he was named professor of English. He then became a professor of fine arts at Tufts College.

Whittemore's career as an archaeologist began with his work as an American representative in the Egyptian Exploration Fund in 1911. He continued his explorations until 1931, during which time he recorded mosaics hidden behind plaster on the walls of an Istanbul church. Whittemore was also a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a member of the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London, as well as a member of the Archaeological Institute of America, the American Numismatic Society, the Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York.

The clipping highlights Whittemore's contributions to the field of archaeology and his involvement in various scholarly societies and organizations. It serves as a tribute to his life and achievements, commemorating his legacy in the world of archaeology and academia.

The image shows a scanned document that appears to be a news clipping from the Christian Science Monitor dated June 9, 1950. The document is titled "Thomas Whittemore" and is a tribute or obituary for the individual. Here is a detailed description:

Header Information:

• Top Section:
  • The document is labeled as a "Boston News Clip" from 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
  • It is identified as a clipping from the Christian Science Monitor, published in Boston, Mass.

Main Content:

• Date: The clipping is dated June 9, 1950.
• Subject: The article is about Thomas Whittemore, who passed away on June 8 in Washington.
• Professional Background:
  • Whittemore was a well-known archaeologist and a Harvard University fellow of research in Byzantine Art.
  • He was a native of Cambridge and attended schools there.
  • He graduated from Tufts College in 1894.
  • After graduate work at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University, he was named professor of English, later professor of fine arts at Tufts College.

Career Highlights:

• Foreign Explorations:
  • Whittemore began foreign explorations while acting as the American representative in the Egyptian Exploration Fund in 1911.
  • He held this position until 1931.
• Work in Turkey:
  • He made an annual trip to Turkey for nearly 10 years, restoring and recording mosaics hidden behind plaster on the walls of an Istanbul church.
• Honors and Affiliations:
  • He served as honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum of Harvard and was the director of the Byzantine Institute.
  • He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a member of the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London.
  • He was a member of the French Legion of Honor, the Archaeological Institute of America, the American Numismatic Society, the Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York.

Visual Characteristics:

• The document is typed, with clean, legible text.
• The top portion of the clipping includes a header with the publication details.
• The main body of the text is formatted in a standard newspaper column style, with justified alignment.
• There is a red underline or marking near the middle of the text, possibly indicating a point of interest or emphasis.

Overall Impression:

The clipping serves as a respectful tribute to Thomas Whittemore, highlighting his significant contributions to archaeology, particularly in the field of Byzantine art, as well as his academic and professional achievements. The document reflects his esteemed status in academic and archaeological circles.

The image shows a newspaper clip titled "Boston News Clip" with the date "June 9, 1950" stamped on it. The source mentioned is the "Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Mass." The text commemorates Thomas Whittemore, a well-known archaeologist and Byzantine art researcher, who passed away on June 8 in Washington.

It provides details about his life and career, mentioning that he was a Cambridge native and a graduate of Tufts College in 1894. Whittemore worked at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University, later becoming a professor of English and fine arts. He was noted for his contributions to archaeological work, particularly restoring and recording mosaics in Istanbul churches and his role as an American representative in the Egyptian Exploration Fund.

He held various roles, including honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum at Harvard, director of the Byzantine Institute, and memberships with prestigious organizations like the Royal Geographical Society, the Royal Society of Antiquaries, and others. The text also mentions awards and associations such as the French Legion of Honor and memberships in Harvard Clubs.

This is an image of a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip" service, which provides the address as 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass. Below that, it mentions the source of the clipping as being from the "Christian Science Monitor" based in Boston, Massachusetts. The newspaper clipping is dated "JUN 9 1950."

The content of the clipping is an obituary or an article in memory of Thomas Whittemore, who passed away on June 8 in Washington. It gives a brief overview of his life and accomplishments, highlighting that he was a well-known archaeologist and a Harvard University fellow of research in Byzantine Art. He was a Cambridge native, attended local schools, graduated from Tufts College in 1894, and pursued further academic work at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University. Whittemore started his career as an English professor and later became a professor of fine arts at Tufts College.

The article describes his work in foreign explorations and his role as an American representative in the Egyptian Exploration Fund until 1931. He made significant contributions through annual trips to Turkey for nearly a decade where he worked on restoring mosaics. He also served as an honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at the Fogg Museum at Harvard and was the director of the Byzantine Institute.

Whittemore was part of various prestigious societies and organizations, including the Royal Geographical Society, the Royal Society of Antiquaries in London, the French Legion of Honor, the Archaeological Institute of America, the American Numismatic Society, the Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York.

The image shows a clipped newspaper obituary or news article titled "Thomas Whittemore" from the Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Massachusetts, dated June 9, 1950. It is mounted on a card labeled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with an address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.

The article details Thomas Whittemore's life and achievements. He passed away on June 8 in Washington and was a well-known archaeologist and Harvard University fellow focused on Byzantine Art. He was a native of Cambridge, attended local schools, and graduated from Tufts College in 1894. Whittemore did graduate work at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University, was a professor of English and fine arts at Tufts College, and began foreign explorations with the Egyptian Exploration Fund from 1911 to 1931.

He made annual trips to Turkey for nearly 10 years restoring and recording mosaics in an Istanbul church and acted as honorary keeper of Byzantine coins and seals at Fogg Museum, Harvard. He was a fellow of several societies, including the Royal Geographical Society, Royal Society of Antiquaries in London, French Legion of Honor, Archaeological Institute of America, American Numismatic Society, Harvard Clubs of Boston and New York, and the Century Club of New York. The word "director" in relation to the Byzantine Institute was crossed out and replaced with "honorary keeper."

• A small collage of two vintage newspaper clippings mounted on a light gray background.
• Top piece: header reads “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with an address (120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.) and “Christian Science Monitor.” A blue stamp shows the date “JUN 9 1950.”
• Bottom piece: a narrow obituary/biography in tiny serif type, describing a Cambridge-born archaeologist and professor with ties to Tufts, Harvard, and various scholarly societies.
• The article notes his education (Tufts College, Harvard Graduate School, Oxford), teaching roles at Tufts, and positions such as director of the Byzantine Institute and other museum/archaeology affiliations.
• There are small red markings near the text, including around the word “director.”
• Overall impression: a vintage archival clipping, probably used to preserve biographical notes about a prominent scholar.