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This image displays a vintage newspaper clipping from June 1, 1950, issued by the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., and sourced from the Independent newspaper in Wakefield, Massachusetts.
The headline reads: “Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl” — immediately clarifying a case of mistaken identity surrounding a fatal bicycle accident.
The article reports on the death of Miss Anne Scott Thomson of Toronto, Canada, an associate curator at the Fogg Museum at Harvard College. She was fatally injured while riding a bicycle that belonged to her roommate, Miss Barbara Rowell, a Wakefield, Massachusetts native and student at Harvard.
The accident occurred on a Saturday afternoon in Cambridge: an automobile, reportedly driven at high speed, rounded a corner, struck Miss Thomson, ripped down a 150-foot iron fence, and came to rest in Mount Auburn Cemetery. Miss Thomson died at Cambridge City Hospital the following Sunday morning.
Initially, radio reports wrongly identified the injured cyclist as Miss Rowell, causing confusion and concern among her friends and family in Wakefield. The error was quickly corrected after Miss Rowell’s parents contacted her and then notified police.
A Somerville man was arrested and charged with manslaughter, drunken driving, and driving to endanger. He was released on $1,000 bail. The driver and his young male companion were treated for non-serious injuries.
The clipping is mounted or taped to a plain gray backing. A small, white paper label at the top identifies the source, item number (e), circulation (4,711), and date: JUN 1 1950. The article’s text is in a classic two-column newspaper format, printed in black ink on aged, yellowish paper, with visible red pencil markings underlining parts of the first and last paragraphs, possibly added later for emphasis or archival reference.
Overall, the clipping documents a tragic accident and the ensuing media correction, capturing local community concern and the importance of accurate reporting in an era before digital communications.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from June 19, 1950. The headline reads, "Victim of Fatality in Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." It discusses an accident involving a bicycle rider in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article explains that this rider, Miss Anne Scott Thomson, was from Toronto, Canada, and was a curator for the Fogg Museum at Harvard College. However, there was confusion at first because the bicycle she was riding was owned by a Wakefield girl, Miss Barbara Rowell. The article continues to describe the details of the accident, including the rider borrowing Miss Rowell's bicycle, the high-speed automobile, the collision, and the aftermath where the driver was charged with manslaughter, drunkenness, and driving to endanger. The rider died at Cambridge City Hospital, and the driver and a companion were treated for injuries.
This image is of a newspaper clipping from the Independent, a publication based in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The clipping is dated June 19, 1950, and includes a note from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., with a reference number and contact details.
The headline of the article reads: "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." The article discusses a tragic incident where Miss Anne Scott Thomson, an associate curator for the Fogg Museum at Harvard College, was fatally injured while riding a bicycle. The bicycle she was riding belonged to a Wakefield girl named Miss Barbara Rowell, who was not involved in the accident.
The article provides details about the incident, stating that Miss Thomson was struck by an automobile driven by a man from Somerville who was charged with manslaughter, drunkenness, and driving to endanger. The driver was released on $1,000 bail. The article also mentions the confusion that arose due to the bicycle's ownership, leading to initial reports naming Miss Rowell as the victim.
The clipping is aged, with some discoloration and wear, and there are a few red markings and annotations on the text. The overall condition suggests it is an original piece from the 1950s.
The image shows a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." The clipping is from the "Independent" newspaper, published on June 1, 1950. The article discusses a tragic incident involving a bicycle accident in Cambridge. It explains that the victim was initially believed to be Miss Anne Scott Thomson, an associate curator for the Fogg Museum at Harvard College. However, it was later discovered that the victim was actually Miss Barbara Frank, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Rowell of 225 Vernon Street. Miss Rowell had been staying with Miss Thomson at her residence. The article also mentions that a Somerville man was charged with manslaughter and driving under the influence in connection with the accident.
The image is a newspaper clipping from June 1, 1950, featuring a headline that reads "Victim of Fatality in Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." The clipping is from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Wakefield, Massachusetts. The article discusses a tragic incident where a young girl, Miss Anne Scott Thomson, was fatally injured by an alleged drunk driver in Cambridge. The article provides details about the accident, including the fact that Miss Thomson was riding a borrowed bicycle and was struck by a car driven by a Somerville man who was later charged with drunk driving and other offenses.
The image shows a scanned newspaper clipping from the Wakefield Independent, dated June 19, 1950. The article is titled "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl" and is sourced from the New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., located in Boston, Massachusetts. The article details a tragic incident involving a bicycle accident in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
Incident Overview:
Circumstances of the Accident:
Misidentification:
Arrest and Charges:
Other Victims:
The article highlights a tragic accident involving a prominent figure and the subsequent confusion due to a misidentification, providing insight into the media coverage and public reaction of the time. The inclusion of specific details, such as the location, time, and individuals involved, underscores the importance of accurate reporting in historical news coverage.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." featuring a headline that reads "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl". The article is written in black text on a beige background and includes a red stamp in the bottom-left corner with the words "Burn Cemetery".
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Summary:
The image shows a newspaper clipping from the 1950s that reports on a fatal accident involving a bicycle and a car. The headline reads "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl", and the article describes the accident in detail. A red stamp in the bottom-left corner of the clipping reads "Burn Cemetery". The background of the image is a light gray color.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping with a headline that reads "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." The article is dated June 19, 1950, and is from the Wakefield Independent newspaper.
The clipping is placed on a gray background, and a small piece of paper is attached to it, displaying the newspaper's name and address. The article reports on a fatal bicycle accident involving a young woman named Miss Anne Scott Thomson, who was struck by a drunk driver while riding her bicycle in Cambridge.
The article clarifies that the victim was not a Wakefield girl, as initially reported, but rather a Canadian woman visiting the area. The driver of the car involved in the accident was charged with manslaughter, drunkenness, and driving to endanger. The article provides details about the accident, including the circumstances surrounding the collision and the subsequent investigation.
Overall, the image presents a historical news article that provides insight into a tragic event that occurred in Cambridge in 1950.
The image presents a newspaper clipping and a small card, both set against a light gray background.
Newspaper Clipping:
The newspaper clipping is titled "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl" and features a black headline. The article reports on a fatal bicycle accident involving Miss Anne Scott Thomson of Toronto, Canada, who was struck by an automobile driven by a Somerville man under the influence of alcohol. The clipping has handwritten notes in red ink, including underlined words and a red "X" marking the word "burn."
Small Card:
Above the newspaper clipping lies a small white card with black text that reads:
The card also bears handwritten text in blue ink: "JUN 1 9 1950."
Overall Impression:
The image appears to be a historical document or archive, possibly related to a news agency or a personal collection of newspaper clippings. The presence of handwritten notes and the small card suggests that the image may have been used for research or reference purposes.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping from June 1, 1950, titled "Victim of Fatality In Cambridge Not Wakefield Girl." The article reports on a fatal bicycle accident involving Miss Anne Scott Thomson, a 22-year-old associate curator at the Fogg Museum at Harvard College. She was struck by a drunken driver while riding her bicycle in Cambridge and suffered fatal injuries. The article also mentions that the bicycle belonged to her roommate, Miss Barbara Rowell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank A. Rowell of 225 Vernon St.
The clipping is attached to a piece of paper with the text "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." and an address in Boston, Massachusetts. The background of the image is a solid gray color.