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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from a wire service, dated June 8, 1950. It is printed on aged, off-white paper with visible creases and slight discoloration, and is mounted on or placed against a light gray background.

Header Information:
At the top, the clipping is labeled with the source:

• New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.
• Address: Box 2078, Boston 6 • HAncock 6-9297
• Below that: Gazette (c), WORCESTER, Mass., Independent, Cir. 97,561
• The date JUN 8 1950 is stamped in blue ink across the top portion of the clipping.

Headline:
The headline reads: Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept.
Notably, the word “Prof.” is underlined with a red pen, and there’s a red checkmark or bracket to the right of “In State Dept.”

Body of the Article:
The article reports the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, 78, an authority on Byzantine art at Harvard University. He collapsed and died in a corridor near the office of John Foster Dulles at the State Department in Washington, D.C., while en route to see him. He was scheduled to meet Dulles to discuss the Byzantine Institute’s work in Turkey, where he had been uncovering ancient mosaics in the Church of St. Sophia in Istanbul.

The article provides biographical details:

• Was internationally known and planning further trips to Turkey.
• Talked with State Department officials (Burton Y. Berry and Rudolph E. Schoenfeld) just before his death.
• Lived in Boston; author of books and articles on archeology; expert on Byzantine and Coptic art.
• Graduate of Tufts College; served on faculties at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University.
• Director of the Byzantine Institute; fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London; member of several archeological groups.
• Unmarried.
• Held honorary titles at Harvard: Keeper of Byzantine Coins and Seals, and Research Fellow in Byzantine Art at the Fogg Art Museum (appointed 1933).
• Native of Cambridge; studied at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University; formerly professor of English and Fine Arts at Tufts; assistant professor at New York University; lecturer at Columbia on Byzantine and Coptic art.
• On the Monday prior (June 5, 1950), he received an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Brown University.

The article is typewritten in a classic newspaper font, arranged in standard columns. The overall tone is that of a factual, respectful obituary reporting the sudden death of a respected academic and cultural figure. The red markings suggest someone later annotated the clipping for emphasis or filing.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the "Gazette (e)" of Worcester, Massachusetts, dated June 8, 1950. The headline reads: "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept." The article discusses the death of Thomas Whittemore, 79, who was an authority on Byzantine art at Harvard University. It states that Whittemore died in the State Department while on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, the special advisor to the Secretary of State. The article provides details about Whittemore's life and career, mentioning his expertise in Byzantine and Coptic art, his academic background, and his work with the Byzantine Institute. The article also notes that Whittemore was planning a trip to Turkey to continue his archaeological work. The clipping is labeled as "Page 1" and appears to be from a news clipping agency, as indicated by the header.

This image is a clipping from a newspaper article, specifically from the "Gazette (e)" of Worcester, Massachusetts, dated June 8, 1950. The article is titled "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept." It reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old authority on Byzantine art at Harvard University. The article details that Whittemore died while in the State Department in Washington, D.C., on his way to see John Foster Dulles, a special adviser to the secretary of state.

The article mentions that Whittemore was internationally known in his field and was planning another trip to Turkey to continue his work uncovering ancient mosaics of the Church of St. Sophia. It also notes that he had recently talked with Burton Y. Berry, the director of the office of Near East and African affairs, and Rudolph E. Schoenfeld, the U.S. minister to Romania.

Whittemore, who lived in Boston, was the author of several books and articles on archaeology and was an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art. He graduated from Tufts College and served on the faculties at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University. He was a director of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of London, among other honors.

The article concludes with information about Whittemore's recent academic achievements, including being named Keeper of Byzantine Coins and Seals and Research Fellow in Byzantine Art at the Fogg Art Museum in 1933, and receiving an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Brown University on the previous Monday.

The image shows a newspaper clipping featuring a news article about the death of Thomas Whittemore, a professor at Harvard University, who was an authority on Byzantine art. The clipping is from the Worcester, Massachusetts newspaper, the Worcester Gazette, dated June 8, 1950.

The article begins with the headline "Prof. Whittemore of Harvard Dies in State Dept." and provides details about Whittemore's life and career. It mentions that he was 79 years old and had passed away in the State Department in Washington, D.C., while on his way to see John Foster Dulles, the Secretary of State.

The article highlights Whittemore's expertise in Byzantine art and his involvement with the Byzantine Institute. It also notes his international recognition and the honorary doctorate he received from Brown University. The clipping is a historical document that provides insight into the life and contributions of a prominent scholar in the field of Byzantine studies.

The image is a scanned copy of a newspaper clipping from the Worcester Gazette, dated June 8, 1950. The clipping reports the death of Professor Thomas Whittemore, an expert on Byzantine art and a faculty member at Harvard University. The clipping contains the headline "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept." and provides details about his death, including the circumstances and his professional background.

The clipping includes a brief biography of Whittemore, noting that he was a graduate of Tufts College and had taught at several universities. It mentions his expertise in Byzantine art and his work as a director of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society of London. The clipping also highlights his appointment as Keeper of Byzantine Coins and Seals and Research Fellow in Byzantine Art at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum in 1933.

The clipping further details Whittemore's academic achievements, including his doctorate from Brown University and his lectures on Byzantine and Coptic art at Columbia University. It also mentions his appointment as an honorary Cambridge Fellow in 1942.

The clipping is mounted on a gray background, with the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.'s details printed at the top. The image is slightly blurred, and the text is in black and red, with some parts of the text being highlighted in red.

The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Worcester Gazette, dated June 8, 1950. The headline reads: "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept." The article is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Boston, Massachusetts.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Subject of the Article:
   The article reports on the death of Thomas Whittemore, a professor at Harvard University, who passed away at the age of 79 while working as a special adviser to the Secretary of State in the State Department in Washington, D.C.

2. Position and Role:
   Whittemore was serving as a consultant to John Foster Dulles, the Secretary of State. He had been appointed to meet with Dulles the following day to discuss what he had wanted to talk about. However, he collapsed in a corridor near Dulles' office.

3. Background and Expertise:

   • Whittemore was internationally known in his field and was planning a series of trips to Turkey.
   • He was leaving the next month for Istanbul, where he had spent years working on uncovering ancient mosaics at the Church of St. Sophia.
   • He was an expert on Byzantine art, having authored several books and articles on archaeology and art.
   • He held a graduate degree in Tufts College and later served on the faculties at Tufts University and Columbia University.
   • He was a fellow of the Royal Geographical Society and a member of the London and American Archaeological Institutes.
   • He was also a fellow of several other groups.

4. Professional Contributions:

   • Whittemore was the Keeper of the Byzantine Research Collection at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
   • Both his Fogg Art Collection and Harvard Graduate School of Fine Arts awarded him an honorary doctorate.

5. Personal Information:

   • Whittemore was a native of Cambridge, Massachusetts.
   • He studied at Harvard Graduate School of Fine Arts and Oxford University in England.
   • He was a professor and assistant professor of fine arts at New York University.
   • He had lectured on Byzantine and Coptic art.
   • He was associated with the Byzantine Institute, which had made significant contributions to the study of Byzantine art.
   • His most notable work was in Turkey, where he had been conducting research.

6. Reaction and Legacy:

   • Officials at Harvard said Whittemore was unattended when he died.
   • He was remembered for his contributions to the field of Byzantine art and archaeology.

Visual Layout:

• The article is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with a clear headline, subheadings, and a concise body of text.
• The text is typed in a monospaced font, consistent with the era's printing style.
• The article is dated June 8, 1950, and includes the newspaper's name, location, and contact information at the top.

This clipping provides a detailed account of Whittemore's professional life, his contributions to Byzantine art, and the circumstances of his death.

This image shows a newspaper clipping that appears to be from an archive, given its aged look. It features an article about "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept." The article is from the "Gazette (e)" in Worcester, Massachusetts with an independent circulation of 97,561, and the clipping is dated June 8, 1950. At the top, there's a stamp or label stating "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." along with an address in Boston and a phone number.

The article reports on the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, who was 79 years old and an authority on Byzantine art at Harvard University. He died unexpectedly at the State Department in Washington, D.C. on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, who was the special adviser to the secretary of state at the time. The article discusses Whittemore's academic accomplishments, his expertise in Byzantine and Coptic art, his previous positions, his planned trip to Turkey, and some personal details, including the fact that he was unmarried. Additionally, it notes that just before his death, he had consulted with two individuals about Near East and African affairs, and Romanian issues. Whittemore had also received an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Brown University the Monday before his death.

This image is a newspaper clipping from the Worcester Gazette in Massachusetts, dated June 8, 1950. The headline reads, "Prof. Whittemore of Harvard Dies in State Dept."

The article reports the sudden death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old Byzantine art scholar associated with Harvard University. Whittemore collapsed and died in the State Department while on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, a special adviser to the secretary of state. Friends and colleagues describe him as an internationally renowned expert in his field.

The article provides details about Whittemore’s career, including his work uncovering ancient mosaics in Istanbul, his expertise in Byzantine and Coptic art, and his association with several prominent universities such as Tufts, Columbia, and New York University. It also mentions his role as a director of the Byzantine Institute, his honors from Harvard, and being recently awarded an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Brown University.

• A tall, narrow newspaper clipping mounted on a gray background.
• At the top: header from New England Newsclip Agency with "Gazette (e) WORCESTER, Mass. Independent" and a blue stamp reading “JUN 8 1950.”
• The main headline reads: “Prof. Whittmore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept.” (with a red underline marking over parts of the headline).
• The article is AP copy from Washington, June 8, about Thomas Whittmore, a 79-year-old Harvard expert on Byzantine art, who reportedly collapsed and died in the State Department.
• It provides a detailed biographical sketch: his work, positions, education (Tufts, Harvard, Oxford), roles (Byzantine Institute, Royal Geographic Society), and personal notes (unmarried, planned trips to Turkey, etc.).
• Overall, it’s a historical obituary clipping from 1950 about a Harvard professor.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., dated June 8, 1950. It is from the Worcester, Massachusetts Gazette Independent with a circulation of 97,561.

The headline reads: "Prof. Whittemore Of Harvard Dies In State Dept."

The article reports the death of Thomas Whittemore, a 79-year-old expert on Byzantine art at Harvard University. He died suddenly in the State Department while on his way to meet John Foster Dulles, a special adviser to the secretary of state. Whittemore collapsed in a corridor near Dulles' office.

Whittemore was internationally renowned in his field and was planning further trips to Turkey for his research on ancient mosaics of the Church of St. Sofia in Istanbul. Just before his death, he had spoken with Burton Y. Berry, director of the Near East and African affairs office, and Rudolph E. Schoenfeld, U.S. minister to Romania.

The article details Whittemore's background: he lived in Boston, authored several books and articles on archaeology, and was an expert on Byzantine and Coptic art. He graduated from Tufts College and taught at Tufts, New York University, and Columbia University. He was a director of the Byzantine Institute and a fellow of the Royal Geographic Society of London.

Whittemore was unmarried. Harvard officials noted he was named Keeper of Byzantine Coins and Seals and Research Fellow in Byzantine Art at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum in 1933, with both titles made honorary in 1942.

A native of Cambridge, Whittemore also studied at Harvard Graduate School and Oxford University, England. He formerly taught English and Fine Arts at Tufts and was an assistant professor of fine arts at New York University. He also lectured at Columbia on Byzantine and Coptic art.

Associates suggested his appointment with Dulles was likely to discuss the Byzantine Institute's important work in Turkey. The article concludes noting Whittemore received an honorary Doctorate of Laws from Brown University on the Monday before his death.