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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1950-April 1951

ARCH.2003.31, Rendition: 804246

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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping mounted on a card, likely preserved for archival or personal purposes.

The clipping itself is from the Boston Traveler, dated June 20, 1950, as indicated by a date stamp on the mount card. The article is titled:

“Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death”

The article reports that Henry J. Lowe, 25, of 38 Wyatt Street, Somerville, pleaded not guilty in Middlesex superior court to a charge of manslaughter. He was held on $5,000 bail pending a hearing scheduled for July 11.

The incident occurred “last Saturday,” during which Lowe’s car struck Anne Scott Thompson, 25, assistant curator of the Fogg Museum, who was riding a bicycle on Coolidge Avenue in Cambridge. She died the following day from a fractured skull.

The clipping bears some handwritten red markings: “128F” is written across the headline, and several lines within the article—such as “last Saturday,” “Anne Scott Thompson,” and “Coolidge avenue, Cambridge”—are underlined in red ink, possibly for emphasis or indexing.

The clipping is attached to a beige card labeled “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” with the address “120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.” printed beneath. The overall presentation suggests the article was preserved as part of a collection or personal record.

The tone of the article is factual and somber, typical of mid-20th-century newspaper reporting on legal and tragic events.

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The image is a news clipping from the "Boston News Clip," dated June 20, 1950, as indicated at the top of the clipping. It appears to be from a publication titled "Traveler" and is dated from Boston, Massachusetts. The clipping is a news article titled "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death."

The article details a legal case involving Henry J. Lowe, a 25-year-old man from Somerville, Massachusetts. Henry pleaded innocent in the Middlesex superior court to a charge of manslaughter. The incident occurred when his car ran down Anne Scott Thompson, 25, who was the assistant curator of the Fogg Museum and was riding a bicycle in Coolidge Avenue, Cambridge. Anne died the following day due to a fractured skull. Henry was held in $5000 bail for a hearing scheduled for July 11.

The clipping is marked with a handwritten note, possibly indicating a date of "1951" over the original date "1950," suggesting a possible correction or update.

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The image is of a clipped newspaper article from a Boston publication dated June 20, 1950. The headline reads "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death." The article details the legal proceedings involving Henry J. Lowe, a 25-year-old from Somerville, who is charged with manslaughter. The incident occurred on the previous Saturday when Lowe's car hit Anne Scott Thompson, a 25-year-old assistant curator at the Fogg Museum, as she was riding her bicycle on Coolidge Avenue in Cambridge. Thompson died the following day from a fractured skull. Lowe pleaded innocent in the Middlesex Superior Court and was held on $5,000 bail for a hearing scheduled for July 11. The clipping also includes the address of the newspaper, "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." and the label "Traveler Boston, Mass." at the top. There are some handwritten markings on the clipping, including the number "128" and a checkmark.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950. The clipping contains a news article about a Somerville man who pleaded innocent to a charge of manslaughter. The man, identified as Henry J. Lowe, 25, of 38 Wyatt Street, Somerville, was accused of causing the death of Anne Scott Thompson, 25, by running her down with his car while she was riding a bicycle on Coolidge Avenue in Cambridge. The victim died the following day from a fractured skull. Lowe was held in $5000 bail for a hearing on July 11. The clipping is titled "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death" and is located at 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.

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A newspaper clipping is placed on a white background. The clipping has a headline that reads "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death." The text reads, "Henry J. Lowe, 25, of 38 Wyatt street, Somerville, pleaded innocent in Middlesex superior court yesterday to a charge of manslaughter, and was held in $5000 bail for a hearing July 11. It is charged that last Saturday his car ran down Anne Scott Thompson, 25, assistant curator of Fogg Museum, who was riding a bicycle in Coolidge avenue, Cambridge. She died the following day of a fractured skull."

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The image shows a news clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950, and sourced from 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass. The headline reads: "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death."

Key Details from the Article:

  • Name and Age: Henry J. Lowe, 25, of 38 Wyatt Street, Somerville.
  • Court Appearance: He pleaded innocent in Middlesex Superior Court on the previous day (June 19, 1950) to a charge of manslaughter.
  • Bail: He was held on $5,000 bail for a hearing scheduled for July 11, 1950.
  • Incident: Lowe is accused of running down Anne Scott Thompson, 25, an assistant curator of the Fogg Museum, who was riding a bicycle in Coolidge Avenue, Cambridge.
  • Outcome: Thompson died the following day from a fractured skull.

Visual Notes:

  • The clipping has a handwritten red annotation over the headline, emphasizing the phrase "Man Pleads Innocent."
  • The text is typed, and the layout is typical of newspaper clippings from the mid-20th century.
  • The overall condition of the clipping suggests it may be an archival or historical document, with some signs of age or wear.

This clipping provides a snapshot of a legal case involving a fatal car accident in the Boston area during the early 1950s.

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The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950. The headline reads "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death" and provides details about a man named Henry J. Lowe, who was charged with manslaughter after his car struck and killed Anne Scott Thompson.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

  • Date: June 20, 1950
  • Headline: Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death
  • Content: Reports on the charges against Henry J. Lowe for manslaughter
  • Additional Information: Includes details about the incident, including the date of the accident (last Saturday) and the location (Coolidge Avenue, Cambridge)

Visual Description:

  • The clipping is a yellowed piece of paper with black text.
  • The headline is in large font, with the subheading "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death" written below it.
  • The article is written in smaller font and provides more details about the incident.
  • The clipping is placed on a gray background, which helps to highlight the yellowed color of the paper.

Overall:

The image provides a glimpse into a historical event that occurred in Boston in 1950. The clipping is a valuable resource for those interested in learning more about the incident and the people involved.

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The image features a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950. The headline reads "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death." The article reports on a court case involving Henry J. Lowe, who pleaded not guilty to manslaughter charges related to the death of Anne Scott Thompson. The incident occurred when Lowe's car struck Thompson, an assistant curator at the Fogg Museum, as she was riding her bicycle in Cambridge. The article provides details about the accident and the legal proceedings.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950, with a headline that reads "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death." The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the same date and the name of the newspaper, "Traveler," printed on it.

Key Details:

  • Newspaper Clipping:
    • Headline: "Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death"
    • Date: June 20, 1950
    • Newspaper: Traveler
  • Attached Paper:
    • Date: JUN 20 1950 (printed in gray)
    • Newspaper name: Traveler
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
  • Article Summary:
    • Henry J. Lowe, 25, of Somerville, pleaded innocent to manslaughter charges
    • Lowe was accused of running down Anne Scott Thompson, 25, with his car on Coolidge Avenue, Cambridge
    • Thompson died the next day from a fractured skull
    • Lowe was held in $5000 bail for a hearing on July 11

Visual Description:

The clipping is yellowed and appears to be old. The headline is underlined with a red pen, and some of the text is marked with red ink. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston News Clip, dated June 20, 1950. The clipping is attached to a slightly larger piece of paper with the publication's information.

  • Boston News Clip
    • Address: 120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass.
    • Date: JUN 20 1950 (in blue ink)
  • Newspaper Clipping
    • Headline: Somerville Man Pleads Innocent in Car Death
    • Subheading: Henry J. Lowe, 25, of 38 Wyatt street, Somerville, pleaded innocent in Middlesex superior court yesterday to a charge of manslaughter, and was held in $5000 bail for a hearing July 11.
    • Details:
      • Charged with running down Anne Scott Thompson, 25, assistant curator of Fogg Museum
      • Incident occurred on Coolidge avenue, Cambridge
      • Victim died the following day from a fractured skull
    • Corrections:
      • "Innocent" crossed out in red ink
      • "Car Death" underlined in red ink

The clipping reports on a tragic incident involving Henry J. Lowe, who was charged with manslaughter after allegedly hitting and killing Anne Scott Thompson with his car. Lowe pleaded innocent and was held on bail pending a hearing. The article provides details about the incident, including the location and the victim's occupation. The corrections made to the article suggest that it may have been edited or updated at a later time. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a historical news event and highlights the importance of accurate reporting.