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This image displays a yellowed, aged scrapbook page from 1950, likely part of a personal or institutional collection. The page is made of brittle, light-brown paper and features three newspaper clippings from the Christian Science Monitor and another publication, all dated in July 1950. It has two punch holes on the right side, suggesting it was stored in a binder.
Here is a detailed breakdown of the clippings:
Top Clipping — “Summer Stage and Dance News” (July 17, 1950):
This article is from The Christian Science Monitor, Boston. It includes a black-and-white illustration of a watercolor painting titled “Aries,” attributed to Benjamin Rowland, Jr. The painting depicts stylized, abstract animal figures (possibly rams or bulls) and is noted to be on display at the Doll and Richards gallery in Boston. The clipping is partially obscured by a small, torn piece of paper or tape at the top right.
Middle Clipping — “Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whittemore Will” (July 27, 1950):
This article, also from the Christian Science Monitor (Boston News Clip), reports on the estate of Thomas Whittemore, an archaeologist and fellow of Byzantine art at Harvard University. It details how his collection of Byzantine and Islamic art, along with personal bequests, were distributed to institutions including the Byzantine Institute in Paris, the Fogg Museum, and the Museum of Fine Arts, as well as the Society of St. John the Evangelist (Episcopal Monastic Order) in Cambridge. The article includes handwritten annotations: “Lom, and Joanne U. Cleaves, 127F” at the top, and “127F” written again below the headline.
Bottom Clipping — “Elizabeth Jones To Tour Europe” (July 16, 1950):
This clipping is from the Sunday Republican of Waterbury, Connecticut, with a press release from “New England Newsclip Agency, Inc.” It announces that Elizabeth Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ivan H. Jones, will travel to Europe for several months to study design and art in France, Italy, Belgium, and England. The article notes she is a graduate of Wellesley College and the Rhode Island School of Design, and was a recent lecturer at the Fogg Art Museum. A handwritten “127F” annotation is visible below the dateline. Also attached to this clipping is a small white sticker with “BOSTON NEWS CLIP” and the date “JUL 27 1950” — possibly a misapplied label from the clipping above, or indicating the item was clipped and cataloged on that date.
Overall Context: The scrapbook page appears to be a curated collection of articles, possibly compiled by or for someone named “Joanne U. Cleaves,” as indicated by the annotation. The articles focus on art, cultural heritage, and educational travel – reflecting an interest in the arts and academia. The handwriting and labels suggest it is part of a cataloged or archival collection, with “127F” likely serving as a classification or folder number. The paper’s condition and the style of the clippings firmly place this artifact in mid-20th century America.
This is an image of a paper with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The paper shows signs of aging, with a yellowed appearance. Here's a breakdown of the contents:
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The paper appears to have been collated and annotated, possibly for reference or archival purposes. The clippings are dated between July 16, 1950, and July 27, 1950.
This image is a scrapbook page featuring several clippings from newspapers and other publications, all pasted on a single sheet of aged, light-brown paper. The page includes four distinct clippings:
Top Left Clipping: This is from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Monday, July 17, 1950. The headline reads "Summer Stage and Dance News." Below the headline, there is a black-and-white illustration of a ram’s head with the caption "Aries," water color by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., at Doll and Richards in Boston. There is also a "Boston News Clip" label with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." and the source "Evening Globe, Boston, Mass." dated "JUL 19 1950."
Middle Left Clipping: This is from the "Boston News Clip," with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." dated "JUL 19 1950." The headline reads "Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whittemore Will." The text discusses the valuable collection of Byzantine and Islamic art gathered during the lifetime of Thomas Whittemore, which was left to museums in Boston and Cambridge. There are also specific items left to friends and museums following their deaths.
Bottom Left Clipping: This is from the "Sunday Republican," Waterbury, Conn., dated "JUL 16 1950." The headline reads "Elizabeth Jones To Tour Europe." The text provides information about Miss Elizabeth Jones, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Evan H. Jones, who is a graduate of Wellesley College and will be touring Europe, visiting various institutions and schools.
Right Side Clipping: This is from the "Boston News Clip," with the address "120 Tremont Street, Boston 8, Mass." dated "JUL 27 1950." The headline reads "50-Page Issue Now Available on Bookstands." The text discusses a 50-page booklet titled "The Berkshires," published by Miss Ruth V. Noble of Pittsfield, which serves as a guide and souvenir for Berkshire County, containing photographs, drawings, and maps.
The clippings are arranged in a slightly overlapping manner, with some text and images partially covered by the adjacent clippings. The overall appearance of the page suggests it is quite old, with some discoloration and wear on the paper. There are also two punched holes on the right side of the page, indicating it was likely part of a binder or notebook.
A piece of paper, perhaps a newspaper clipping, is pinned on a brown board. The paper is torn and has holes in it. It has a few newspaper clippings on it. The clippings are about "Summer Stage and Dance News," "Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whittemore Will," and "Elizabeth Jones to Tour Europe." The clippings are from "The Christian Science Monitor," "Boston News Clip," and "New England News Agency, Inc."
A newspaper clipping is attached to a brown sheet of paper. The clipping is a photograph of a ram with horns and a body of a sheep. The clipping is from the Christian Science Monitor and is dated July 17, 1950. The clipping is titled "Summer Stage and Dance News." The clipping is attached to the brown sheet of paper with a hole punch. The brown sheet of paper has a title "Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whitemore Will" and a date of July 19, 1950.
The image shows a historical newspaper clipping from July 17, 1950, titled "Summer Stage and Dance News," published in The Christian Science Monitor in Boston. The clipping is part of a larger collection, as indicated by the header "BOSTON NEWS CLIP" and the address "180 Tremont Street, Boston, Mass."
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The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping from July 17, 1950, focusing on cultural and entertainment news, including a watercolour illustration, articles about art collections, and a feature on Elizabeth Jones's upcoming European tour. The clipping is part of a larger news archive, as evidenced by the typed header and publication details. The content reflects mid-20th-century interests in art, travel, and cultural events.
This image showcases a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings attached to a piece of brown paper or cardstock. The clippings include articles from different newspapers dated around July 1950.
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The scrapbook page has two punched holes for file storage and appears aged, with some tape or adhesive remnants visible.
This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles mounted on a weathered, tan-colored piece of paper with holes for a three-ring binder. At the top, there is a partial header from what appears to be a newspaper called "The Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Monday, July 17, 1950." The title below reads "Summer Stage and Dance News," with an accompanying image of what looks to be a ram drawn in a sketch or watercolor style.
Below that are various newspaper cutouts pasted on the sheet, one of which is titled "Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whittemore Will." Another clipping from "Boston News Clip" contains a piece regarding "Great Barrington, Mass., July 27, 1950." Finally, a column titled "Elizabeth Jones To Tour Europe" discusses an individual named Miss Elizabeth Jones.
The overall condition of the document indicates that it is quite old, with discoloration and some damage such as tears and missing pieces. The clippings seem to serve as an archive or compilation of articles, possibly for historical or research purposes.
The image shows a piece of aged brown paper with several newspaper clippings attached to it.
At the top left, there is a clipping from "The Christian Science Monitor" dated Monday, July 17, 1950. The headline reads "Summer Stage and Dance News" and includes an image of a watercolor painting titled "Aries" by Benjamin Rowland, Jr., exhibited at Doll and Richards in Boston. The image depicts a ram with prominent curved horns.
Below this clipping, there are other smaller newspaper clippings from various sources including "Boston News Clip," "Evening Globe Boston," "Courier Great Barrington, Mass.," and "Sunday Republican Waterbury, Conn." Some of these clippings have stamps with dates including July 19, 1950; July 27, 1950; and July 16, 1950.
One clipping with the headline "Museums, Episcopal Order Aided by Whittemore Will" discusses donations and bequests by Thomas Whittemore to museums and the Episcopal church, mentioning various art objects and collections.
Another clipping titled "Elizabeth Jones To Tour Europe" talks about Miss Elizabeth Jones, who is planning a European tour and is associated with the Fogg Museum of Harvard University.
There is also a piece about a 50-page booklet titled "The Berkshires" published by Miss Ruth V. Noble of Pittsfield, serving as a guide and souvenir for Berkshire County.
The paper has two holes punched on the right side. The overall appearance gives an impression of a scrapbook or archive page collecting newspaper clippings from mid-July 1950.