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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1950-April 1951

ARCH.2003.31, Rendition: 804211

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a press release slip, likely from a news agency's archive.

The main components are:

  1. Press Release Header:

    • At the top, it is labeled “New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.” with their address: “Box 2078, Boston 6” and phone number: “HAncock 6-9297”.
    • Below this, it identifies the recipient newspaper as “Patriot-Ledger (e)” from “QUINCY, Mass.”, described as an “Independent” publication with a circulation (“Circ.”) of “30,585”.
    • A stamped date, “JUN 8 1950”, is visible across the header, indicating when this clipping was processed or distributed.
  2. Newspaper Clipping:

    • The clipped article is partially visible and appears to be from the Washington, D.C. area, as indicated by the dateline.
    • The headline reads: “HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES”.
    • The dateline is: “WASHINGTON, June 8—(INS)—”, identifying the source as the International News Service (INS).
    • The brief report states: “Thomas Whittemore, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor.”

Overall Summary:
This is a press clipping from June 8, 1950, distributed by the New England Newsclip Agency to the Patriot-Ledger newspaper in Quincy, Massachusetts. It reports the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archaeology at Harvard University, who died in a State Department corridor in Washington, D.C. The clipping is preserved on its original agency slip, serving as a historical record of how news was distributed to regional newspapers at the time. The red markings on the clipping appear to be highlighter or pen marks, possibly made by an archivist or researcher.

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The image shows a printed news clipping from the "Patriot-Ledger" newspaper, which is based in Quincy, Massachusetts. The clipping is dated June 8, 1950. It is from a publication by the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Boston with the address and phone number provided. The headline on the clipping reads, "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES," followed by a brief news article stating that Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archeology at Harvard University, died in a state department corridor in Washington. The article notes the date as June 8 and includes a source indicator "(INS)" indicating it was wire service news. The clipping appears to have been stored in a file, as there is a red marking on the top left corner of the clipped article. The overall tone of the clipping is somber, given the nature of the news.

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This image features a historical news clipping from June 8, 1950. The clipping is from the "New England Newscip Agency, Inc." located in Boston, and it is attributed to the "Patriot-Ledger" of Quincy, Massachusetts, which had an independent circulation of 30,585. The clipping is dated "JUN 8 1950."

The news article itself is titled "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES" and reads as follows:

WASHINGTON, June 8—(INS)—Thomas Whittemore, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor.

The article is marked with red stamping and has a decorative border at the bottom. The overall tone of the image suggests it is a historical document or news archive.

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The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with the address of Box 2078, Boston 6, and the contact number H. Ancock 6-9297. The clipping is from the Patriot-Ledger, Quincy, Massachusetts, Independent Circulation 30,585, dated June 8, 1950. The clipping contains a headline that reads "Harvard Professor Dies." The article states that Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archeology at Harvard University, died in a State Department corridor.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Patriot-Ledger, an independent newspaper in Quincy, Massachusetts, dated June 8, 1950. The clipping reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archaeology at Harvard University, who died in a State Department corridor. The clipping includes the headline "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES" and provides details about the incident. The clipping is attached to a white card with the text "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. Box 2078, Boston 6" and a phone number.

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The image shows a vintage newspaper clipping or news agency document from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., dated June 8, 1950. The document is labeled with the following details:

  • Publisher: Patriot-Ledger (e), located in Quincy, Mass.
  • Circulation: Independent Circ. 30,585
  • Contact Information: Box 2078, Boston 6, and a phone number Hancock 6-9297.

The main content of the clipping is a news headline and brief article:

  • Headline: "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES"
  • Details: The article reports that Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archaeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor in Washington, D.C. The article is attributed to INS (International News Service).

The document appears to be a preserved news clipping, likely used for archival or historical purposes, with a clean, typed format typical of mid-20th-century news agency materials. The text is printed in a clear, formal style, and the overall presentation suggests it is part of a collection or archive.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping about the death of a Harvard professor. The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. and is dated June 8, 1950. It reads: "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES WASHINGTON, June 8—(INS)—Thomas Whittemore, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor." The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the words "Patriot-Ledger (e) QUINCY, Mass. Independent Circ. 30,585" printed on it. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

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The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc. in Quincy, Massachusetts. The clipping is dated June 8, 1950, and features a headline that reads "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES" with the subheading "WASHINGTON, June 8-(INS)-Thomas Whittemore, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor."

Key Features:

  • Newspaper Clipping: The clipping is a rectangular piece of paper with a light tan color and a rough texture.
  • Agency Information: The top section of the clipping displays the agency's name, address, and contact information, including the Patriot-Ledger (e) QUINCY, Mass. Independent Circ. 30,585.
  • Date: The date "JUN 8 1950" is stamped in the center of the clipping.
  • Headline: The headline "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES" is prominently displayed in bold font, with the subheading providing additional context.
  • Content: The clipping provides a brief summary of the event, stating that Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archeology at Harvard University, passed away suddenly in a State department corridor.

Visual Elements:

  • Background: The clipping is set against a plain gray background, which helps to highlight the vintage appearance of the newspaper clipping.
  • Stamp: A red stamp is visible on the left side of the clipping, adding a touch of authenticity to the image.
  • Rust Stain: A small rust stain is present near the bottom of the clipping, suggesting that it may have been stored in a metal container or exposed to moisture at some point.

Overall Impression:

The image presents a nostalgic and historical snapshot of a bygone era, offering a glimpse into the lives of individuals who made significant contributions to their fields. The vintage newspaper clipping serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving historical records and the value of learning from the past.

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The image depicts a news clipping from the Patriot-Ledger, a newspaper based in Quincy, Massachusetts, dated June 8, 1950. The clipping is attached to a card with the New England Newsclip Agency's information.

Key Details:

  • Newspaper Information:
    • Name: Patriot-Ledger
    • Location: Quincy, Mass.
    • Circulation: 30,585
    • Type: Independent
  • News Clipping:
    • Headline: "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES"
    • Date: June 8 (no year specified, but the card is stamped "JUN 8 1950")
    • Text: "Thomas Whittemore, professor of archeology at Harvard University, dropped dead today in a State department corridor."
  • Card Information:
    • Agency: New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.
    • Address: Box 2078, Boston 6
    • Phone Number: HAncock 6-9297
  • Visual Details:
    • The card is beige with black text.
    • The news clipping is also beige with black text and has a red stamp on it.
    • The background of the image is a light gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical news clipping from 1950, preserved and archived by the New England Newsclip Agency.

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The image presents a vintage news clipping from the Patriot-Ledger, dated June 8, 1950. The clipping is rectangular and features a light tan color with black text.

Top Section:
At the top of the clipping, the following information is displayed:

  • "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc."
  • "Box 2078, Boston 6"
  • "HAncock 6-9297"

Below this, the publication's name and location are listed:

  • "Patriot-Ledger (e)"
  • "QUINCY, Mass."
  • "Independent"
  • "Circ. 30,585"

A date stamp in the center reads:

  • "JUN 8 1950"

Bottom Section:
A smaller news clipping is partially visible underneath, featuring a headline that reads:

  • "HARVARD PROFESSOR DIES"

The article reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a professor of archeology at Harvard University, who died suddenly in a State Department corridor.

Background:
The background of the image is a plain gray color, providing a neutral backdrop for the vintage news clipping. Overall, the image appears to be a scanned or photographed version of an original news clipping, likely preserved for historical or archival purposes.