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The image displays a news clipping from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." with its address and contact number listed at the top. The clipping is titled "Register (e)" and is from the "Independent Republican" in Torrington, Connecticut, with a circulation of 9,385. It has been dated as "JUN 8 1950" at the bottom.

The main article reports on the passing of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University. The headline reads, "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department." The clipping details that Whittemore was on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, a special adviser to the Secretary of State, when he collapsed and died in a corridor near Dulles' office. Whittemore's condition was unknown at the time of his death, and his appointment with Dulles was also not known.

The article provides additional background on Whittemore, mentioning his academic achievements and affiliations. It notes that he was a graduate of Tufts College, served on the faculties of Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University, and was a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London and a member of several archaeology groups. The article also mentions that Whittemore was unmarried.

The news clipping shows signs of age, including yellowing paper and some red markings or highlights at the top and bottom.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping from the Register (e) TORRINGTON, Conn., dated June 8, 1950. The headline reads:

"Harvard Professor Drops Dead in State Department"

The article details the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University, who collapsed while visiting the State Department in Washington. He was en route to meet John Foster Dulles, a special adviser to the secretary of state.

Key points from the article include:

  • Whittemore's Background:

    • He was an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art and the author of several books and articles on archaeology.
    • He graduated from Tufts College and later served on the faculties of Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University.
    • He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of London and a member of several archaeology groups.
  • Circumstances of His Death:

    • He collapsed in a corridor near Dulles' office while on his way to an appointment.
    • The purpose of his meeting with Dulles was not known at the time of the report.
  • Personal Details:

    • Whittemore lived in Boston and was unmarried.

The clipping is labeled with "New England Newscilp Agency, Inc." and includes the address "Box 2078, Boston 6" along with the phone number "HAncock 6-9297." The circulation of the newspaper is noted as "Circ. 9,385." The clipping appears to have been preserved for archival purposes.

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The image shows a piece of paper that appears to be a newspaper clipping. It is rectangular in shape and has a beige background. The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with the address Box 2078, Boston 6, and the phone number HAncock 6-2927. The clipping is titled "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department," and it is dated June 8, 1952.

The text of the clipping reads:

"Washington, June 8 (AP) - Thomas Whittemore, 79, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead on his way to see John Foster Dulles, special adviser to the secretary of state. Dulles' aides reported that Whittemore had made an appointment to meet Dulles, but they did not know what he wanted to talk about. He collapsed in a corridor near Dulles' office.

Whittemore, who lived in Boston, was the author of several books and articles on archeology. He was an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art. He was a graduate of Tufts college and formerly served on the faculties at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University. He was a graduate of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London and a member of several archeology groups. He was unmarried."

The clipping is torn at the top and bottom, and there is a small piece of tape at the top. The text is printed in black ink on the beige background, and the clipping appears to be in good condition, with no visible stains or tears.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper article dated June 8, 1950, published by the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Torrington, Connecticut. The clipping is about the death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University. Whittemore died while on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, the special adviser to the Secretary of State at the U.S. State Department.

The clipping includes details about Whittemore's academic background, stating that he was the author of several books and articles on archaeology and an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art. He was a graduate of Tufts College and formerly served on the faculties of Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University. Whittemore was also a graduate of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London, as well as a member of several archaeology groups. The clipping notes that Whittemore was unmarried.

The clipping is part of a larger collection of newspaper clippings from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., which is located at Box 2078, Boston 6, and can be reached at Hancock 6-9297. The clipping is dated June 8, 1950, and is part of the Independent Republican circulation, which was 9,385 at the time.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., dated June 8, 1958. The clipping is a news article titled "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department". It reports the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University, who collapsed and died in a corridor near the office of John Foster Dulles, the Secretary of State at the time.

Key Details from the Article:

  1. Incident: Whittemore dropped dead while on his way to meet Dulles, a special adviser to the Secretary of State. His aides reported that he had made an appointment but did not know what he intended to discuss.
  2. Background:
    • Whittemore was an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art.
    • He was the author of several books and articles on archaeology.
    • He graduated from Tufts College and had served on the faculty at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University.
    • He was a graduate of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London.
    • He was a member of several archaeological groups.
  3. Personal Information: Whittemore was unmarried and lived in Boston.

Visual Elements:

  • The clipping is printed on a light-colored paper with a clean, typewritten layout.
  • The top of the clipping includes the header information: New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., Box 2078, Boston 6 • HAncock 6-9297.
  • The article is dated June 8, 1958, and includes the newspaper's registration details: Register (e) TORRINGTON, Conn. Independent Republican Circ. 9,385.
  • A red marking or annotation is visible on the right side of the clipping, possibly indicating it was part of an archive or collection.

The article provides a concise summary of the event, Whittemore's professional background, and his sudden death in a notable location. The tone is formal and factual, typical of news reporting from the era.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. The clipping is dated June 8, 1950, and reports on the death of Harvard Professor Thomas Whittemore, who dropped dead in the state department. The article provides details about Professor Whittemore's life, including his age, occupation, and achievements. It also mentions that he was on his way to see John Foster Dulles when he collapsed. The clipping is a yellowed piece of paper with black text, and it appears to be a scanned or photographed copy of the original newspaper article.

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The image is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department" and a subheading "Washington, June 8 (P).—Thomas Whittemore, 79, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead in the state department today."

Here are the key points about the image:

  • Newspaper Clipping
    • The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.
    • It has a registration number (e) TORRINGTON, Conn. Independent Republican Circ. 9,385
    • The date of the clipping is June 8, 1950
  • Headline and Subheading
    • The headline reads "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department"
    • The subheading provides more information about the incident, including the location and the victim's identity
  • Article Content
    • The article reports on the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archeology at Harvard University
    • It mentions that Whittemore was in the state department when he died
    • The article also provides some background information on Whittemore's life and career

Overall, the image is a newspaper clipping that reports on the sudden death of a Harvard professor in the state department. The article provides some background information on the victim's life and career, but the main focus is on the shocking nature of his death.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Torrington Register, an Independent Republican newspaper with a circulation of 9,385, dated June 8, 1959.

The clipping is a news article titled "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department." The article reports on the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archeology at Harvard University, who collapsed in a corridor near John Foster Dulles' office while on his way to meet with the Secretary of State.

The article provides details about Whittemore's background, including his education, expertise in Byzantine and Coptic art, and his affiliations with various academic institutions and organizations. It also mentions that he was unmarried. The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., and features a stamp with the date "JUN 8 1959" in blue ink.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, yellowed with age, featuring a prominent headline that reads: "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department." The article reports on the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University, who collapsed in a corridor near the office of John Foster Dulles, Special Advisor to the Secretary of State.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

  • Headline: "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department"
  • Date: June 8, 1959 (stamped in blue ink)
  • Source: New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.
  • Location: Box 2078, Boston 6
  • Phone Number: HAncock 6-9297

Article Summary:

The article provides details about Thomas Whittemore's life and career:

  • Age: 79
  • Position: Professor of Archaeology at Harvard University
  • Cause of Death: Sudden collapse in a corridor near Dulles' office
  • Background:
    • Graduate of Tufts College
    • Formerly served on faculties at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University
    • Graduate of the Byzantine Institute
    • Fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London
    • Member of several archaeological groups
    • Unmarried

Visual Description:

The clipping is set against a light gray background, with a subtle shadow effect underneath it. The overall appearance suggests that the clipping has been carefully preserved and is likely part of a historical archive or collection.

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The image shows a news clip from the New England Newssclip Agency, Inc., dated June 8, 1953. The headline reads "Harvard Professor Drops Dead In State Department."

The article reports the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old professor of archaeology at Harvard University. Whittemore collapsed and died in the State Department while on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, the special adviser to the Secretary of State. The aides reported that Whittemore had made an appointment to meet Dulles, but the purpose of the meeting was unknown.

Whittemore, a resident of Boston, was an expert in Byzantine and Coptic art and had authored several books and articles on archaeology. He was a graduate of Tufts College and had previously served on the faculties of Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University. He was also a graduate of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London, as well as a member of several archaeology groups.

The article concludes by noting that Whittemore was unmarried.