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The image shows two newspaper clippings placed on a plain background. The clippings are from a "Boston News Clip" and are dated June 9, 1950. The clippings appear to be part of a news report and contain text that mentions funeral plans for Professor Thomas Whittemore. The text is partially readable and includes the following information:

1. Clipping 1:

   • Header: "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass."
   • Sub-header: "Post Boston, Mass. JUN 9 1950"
   • Main text: "Funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, 79, of 983 Memorial dr., Cambridge, distinguished archeologist who died in Washington yesterday, remained incomplete last night as plans for the return of his body were being made."
   • Additional text: "Professor Whittemore, who was honorary keeper and curator of Byzantine coins and seals and..."

2. Clipping 2:

   • Main text: "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED" with the continuation of the story: "honorary research fellow of Byzantine art at the William Hayes Fogg Museum, Cambridge, died while on his way to attend a conference with John Foster Dulles, special advisor to the Secretary of State."

Both clippings are yellowed, suggesting they are quite old. The text is written in a typewriter-style font, and the clippings are held together with a red staple.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Post," dated June 9, 1950. The clipping is labeled "Boston News Clip" with an address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass."

The headline of the article reads "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED." The article discusses the funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, who was 79 years old and lived at 983 Memorial Drive in Cambridge. He was described as a distinguished archaeologist who had passed away in Washington the previous day. The article mentions that the plans for the return of his body were still being made.

The text also notes that Professor Whittemore was the honorary keeper and curator of Byzantine coins and seals and an honorary research fellow of Byzantine art at the William Hayes Fogg Museum in Cambridge. It further states that he died while on his way to attend a conference with John Foster Dulles, who was a special advisor to the Secretary of State.

There is some handwritten text on the clipping, including the number "128" and the letter "F," which appear to be annotations or markings added after the clipping was made. The clipping has a yellowed appearance, indicating its age.

A piece of paper with some text written on it is placed on a gray surface. The paper has some text in the upper left corner that reads "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and "120 Tremont Street Boston 8, Mass." Below that, the text "Post Boston, Mass." is written. Below that, the text "JUN 9 1950" is written. Below that, the text "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED" is written.

The image shows a clipping from a newspaper with a heading that reads "Boston News Clip" and includes the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." The clipping is dated June 3, 1950, and includes the text "Post Boston, Mass." The main body of the clipping is a news article about the funeral plans for Professor Thomas Whittemore, a distinguished archaeologist who died in Washington. The article mentions that funeral arrangements were incomplete, and it provides details about Professor Whittemore's academic and professional background. The clipping also includes a smaller, partially obscured piece of paper with the text "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED" written in red ink.

The image shows a vintage news clipping from the Boston Post, dated June 9, 1950, and sourced from the Boston News Clip at 120 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass. The clipping is titled "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED" and discusses the death of Professor Thomas Whittemore, a distinguished archaeologist aged 79.

Key Details from the Clipping:

1. Professor Thomas Whittemore:

   • Died in Washington the previous day.
   • Was an honorary keeper and curator of Byzantine coins and seals at the William Hayes Fogg Museum in Cambridge.
   • Held the position of honorary research fellow of Byzantine art at the same museum.
   • Was en route to attend a conference with John Foster Dulles, who was a special advisor to the Secretary of State at the time.

2. Funeral Arrangements:

   • The funeral plans were incomplete as of the publication date.
   • The article mentions that arrangements for the return of his body were still being made.

3. Additional Context:

   • The clipping appears to be part of an archive or collection, as indicated by the header "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and the address.
   • Handwritten annotations are visible on the clipping, including the numbers "128" and "F", likely for filing or cataloging purposes.

Visual Characteristics:

• The clipping is slightly worn, with visible creases and edges that suggest age and handling.
• The text is printed in a typewriter or similar font, typical of mid-20th-century newsprint.
• The layout includes a clear headline and subheadings, formatted in a traditional newspaper style.

Overall, the image captures a historical news report detailing the untimely death of a notable archaeologist and the incomplete status of his funeral arrangements.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 9, 1950. The clipping is titled "Funeral Plans Not Completed" and reports on the funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, who died in Washington.

• Newspaper Clipping:
  • The clipping is from the Boston News Clip, dated June 9, 1950.
  • It is titled "Funeral Plans Not Completed".
  • The clipping reports on the funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, who died in Washington.
• Funeral Arrangements:
  • The funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore were incomplete as of the date of the clipping.
  • The clipping states that the plans for the return of his body were being made.
• Professor Thomas Whittemore:
  • Professor Thomas Whittemore was a distinguished archeologist who died in Washington.
  • He was 79 years old at the time of his death.
  • He was a professor at Harvard University.
  • He was a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
  • He was a fellow of the Royal Society of London.
• Other Information:
  • The clipping also mentions that Professor Whittemore was a honorary keeper and curator of Byzantine coins and seals.
  • He was a special advisor to the Secretary of State.
  • He was a member of the American Philosophical Society.
  • He was a fellow of the Royal Society of London.

In summary, the newspaper clipping reports on the funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, who died in Washington. The clipping states that the plans for the return of his body were being made, and it provides information about Professor Whittemore's life and career.

The image shows two newspaper clippings on a gray background, with the top clipping partially covering the bottom one.

The top clipping is from the "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and is dated June 9, 1950. It features an article titled "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED" about Professor Thomas Whittemore, a distinguished archeologist who died in Washington. The article mentions that funeral arrangements were still being made at the time of publication.

The clipping has some handwritten notes in red ink, including "128 F" and a few underlined words. The bottom clipping appears to be a continuation of the same article, providing more details about Professor Whittemore's life and work.

Both clippings are yellowed and worn, suggesting they are old and have been handled extensively. The background of the image is a plain gray color, which helps to focus attention on the clippings. Overall, the image presents a nostalgic and informative glimpse into the past, highlighting the life and legacy of Professor Thomas Whittemore.

The image presents a collection of vintage newspaper clippings, with the primary focus being on a yellowed paper titled "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" at the top. The clipping is positioned at an angle, with its top-left corner pointing towards the upper center of the image and its bottom-right corner extending towards the lower right.

Key Features:

• Newspaper Clipping:
  • Title: "BOSTON NEWS CLIP"
  • Address: "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass."
  • Date: "JUNE 9 1950"
  • Content: A funeral notice for Professor Thomas Whittemore, featuring details about his life and death
• Red Handwritten Numbers:
  • "128 F" written in red ink near the top of the clipping
• Second Clipping:
  • Partially visible, smaller clipping located below the main one
  • Content: Appears to be related to Professor Whittemore's death
• Background:
  • Light gray color

Overall Impression:

The image exudes a sense of nostalgia and historical significance, as it showcases a piece of the past through the newspaper clippings. The use of yellowed paper and red handwritten numbers adds to the vintage aesthetic, while the content of the clippings provides insight into the life and death of Professor Thomas Whittemore.

The image presents a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 9, 1950. The clipping is divided into two sections: the top section features the title "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and the address "120 Tremont Street Boston 8, Mass." in bold black text, accompanied by the date "Post Boston, Mass. JUN 9 1950" in smaller text below. A red stamp with the number "128" is visible on the clipping.

The main content of the clipping is a news article titled "FUNERAL PLANS NOT COMPLETED," which reports on the funeral arrangements for Professor Thomas Whittemore, a distinguished archeologist who passed away in Washington. The article provides details about Professor Whittemore's life, including his honorary research fellowship at the William Hayes Fogg Museum in Cambridge and his role as a special advisor to the Secretary of State.

The clipping appears to be a historical document, likely preserved for its significance in recording the life and death of a notable figure. The image provides a glimpse into the past, offering insight into the life and legacy of Professor Thomas Whittemore.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Boston News Clip" dated June 9, 1950. The article is headlined "Funeral Plans Not Completed." It reports on the death of Professor Thomas Whittemore, a distinguished archaeologist and honorary research fellow at the William Hayes Fogg Museum in Cambridge. Whittemore, who was 79 years old and lived at 983 Memorial Drive in Cambridge, died in Washington. The article notes that funeral arrangements remained incomplete as plans for the return of his body were being made. Whittemore was also the honorary keeper and curator of Byzantine coins and seals and was en route to attend a conference with John Foster Dulles, special advisor to the Secretary of State, when he passed away.