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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 804016

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, likely from the mid-1950s, given the dates on the clippings. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Newspaper Clippings:

    • Top Left Clipping:
      • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc.
      • Date: March 21, 1955
      • Headline: "Named Professor"
      • Content: Mentions a professor named John Coolidge being appointed as the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
    • Top Middle Clipping:
      • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc.
      • Date: March 21, 1955
      • Headline: "Harvard Promotes Two"
      • Content: Announces the promotion of two individuals, Owen McDowell and John Coolidge, to the positions of associate director and curator of the Fogg Art Museum, respectively.
    • Top Right Clipping:
      • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc.
      • Date: March 21, 1955
      • Headline: "Harvard Promotes Museum Director"
      • Content: Reports the promotion of John Coolidge to the position of director of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Envelope:

    • Positioned in the center of the page.
    • Addressed to "france-amérique," a French-language newspaper based in New York.
    • Date: April 4, 1955.
    • Address: 127 East 61st Street, New York 21, N.Y.
    • Telephone: REgent 7-6400.
  3. Additional Clipping:

    • Positioned at the bottom left.
    • Source: Unclear, but likely a French newspaper.
    • Date: March 18, 1955.
    • Content: Mentions an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston, featuring works by French artists such as Renoir, Monet, and Cézanne.

The page appears to be a collection of news articles and an envelope, all related to cultural and academic events and appointments in the year 1955. The clippings focus on appointments and promotions at Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum and an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings from March 21, 1955, and April 4, 1955. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the New England Newspaper Union, the Gazette, the Times, the Herald Tribune, and the Berkshire Eagle. The articles are primarily about Harvard University, specifically regarding promotions and appointments of professors and directors. One of the clippings is from a French publication, "France-Amérique," dated April 4, 1955, and is headlined with information about an event or announcement.

The clippings are neatly arranged at the top of the page, with the dates clearly visible. The content of the articles appears to be related to academic promotions and administrative changes at Harvard, highlighting the achievements and new roles of several individuals. The page itself is a light brown color, suggesting it is part of a scrapbook used for preserving these news articles.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from 1955, pasted into a single page or folder. The clippings appear to be related to Harvard University and its museums.

Here’s a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left (Gazette):

    • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., Worcester, Massachusetts.
    • Date: March 21, 1955.
    • Content: Announcement that John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn have been named professors at Harvard. John P. Coolidge is noted as the director of the Fogg Art Museum, and Charles L. Kuhn is the director of the Museum of German Culture.
  2. Top Center-Left (Times):

    • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., New York, New York.
    • Date: March 21, 1955.
    • Content: Announcement that Dean McGeorge Bundy has been promoted to full professorship, and the directors of the Harvard Art Museums, John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn, have also been promoted.
  3. Top Center-Right (Herald Tribune):

    • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., New York, New York.
    • Date: March 21, 1955.
    • Content: Similar to the Times clipping, it promotes the same promotions for Dean McGeorge Bundy, John P. Coolidge, and Charles L. Kuhn.
  4. Top Right (Berkshire Eagle):

    • Source: New England Newspaper Agency, Inc., Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
    • Date: March 21, 1955.
    • Content: Also announces the promotions of Dean McGeorge Bundy and the directors of the Harvard Art Museums.
  5. Bottom Left (France-Amérique):

    • Source: France-Amérique (Le Journal Français des États-Unis), New York, New York.
    • Date: April 4, 1955.
    • Content: A French-language article mentioning the same events, including the exhibitions and promotions. It notes that on March 18, a show of paintings by De Gasperi and a collection by the Musée d'Art Moderne were held. Additionally, it mentions a performance of an orchestral piece by the French composer.

The overall theme revolves around the significant academic promotions and the cultural exhibitions and events at Harvard University's museums in early 1955.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and a letterhead from the early 1950s, specifically from March and April 1955. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Top Section:

    • There are four newspaper clippings from different publications under the New England Newspaper Agency, dated March 21, 1955.
      • Gazette (Worcester, Mass.): Reports on John Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn being named professors at Harvard University. John Coolidge is mentioned as director of the Fogg Art Museum and Kuhn as curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture.
      • Times (New York, N.Y.): Similar content to the Gazette, announcing the promotions of John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn.
      • Herald Tribune (New York, N.Y.): Also covers the promotion of John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn, highlighting their roles at Harvard’s museums.
      • Berkshire Eagle (Pittsfield, Mass.): Repeats the promotion news, mentioning Coolidge and Kuhn’s roles at the Fogg Art Museum and Busch-Reisinger Museum.
  2. Middle Section:

    • An envelope or letterhead from France-Amérique: Le Journal Français des États-Unis, located at 127 East 61st Street, New York, dated April 4, 1955. The letterhead is mostly blank with only a small white piece of paper placed over part of the content.
  3. Bottom Section:

    • A small newspaper clipping in French from Boston, dated March 15, 1955. It discusses the opening of an exhibition of engravings and drawings by French artist Jean-Auguste-Dominique Ingres at the Fogg Art Museum, which was inaugurated by Harvard President James B. Conant and the French ambassador to the United States.

The collection seems to focus on the promotion of academic and museum professionals at Harvard University and an event related to a French art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and a letter, all dated from early 1955, arranged on a piece of paper or card. Here is a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Row (Newspaper Clippings from March 21, 1955):

    • Leftmost Clipping (Gazette, Worcester, MA):

      • Title: "Named Professor"
      • Announces that John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn have been promoted to full professorships at Harvard University.
      • John Coolidge is the director of the Fogg Art Museum and Kuhn is the curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture.
    • Second Clipping (Times, New York, NY):

      • Title: "Harvard Promotes Two"
      • Reports the promotion of John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn to full professorships.
      • Mentions that Coolidge is the director of the Fogg Art Museum and Kuhn is the curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture.
    • Third Clipping (Herald Tribune, New York, NY):

      • Title: "Harvard Promotes Two"
      • Similar content to the second clipping, confirming the promotions of Coolidge and Kuhn.
    • Rightmost Clipping (Berkshire Eagle, Pittsfield, MA):

      • Title: "Harvard Promotes Museum Directors"
      • Details the promotions of John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn to full professorships.
      • Coolidge is the director of the Fogg Art Museum, and Kuhn is the curator of the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture.
  2. Middle Section (Letter from France-Amérique, April 4, 1955):

    • The letter is from "France-Amérique, Le Journal Français des États-Unis."
    • Address: 127 East 81st Street, New York, NY.
    • The content of the letter is not legible in the image.
  3. Bottom Section (Newspaper Clipping, Boston, March 18, 1955):

    • The clipping is in French and appears to be from a Boston newspaper.
    • It mentions an event that took place on March 18, likely related to the exhibitions or activities at Harvard and the Museum of Fine Arts.
    • The text seems to celebrate a French cultural event or exhibition.

The clippings collectively highlight the academic promotions of two key figures at Harvard University and their roles in the museum system, with a specific focus on the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture. The French clipping suggests a connection to French cultural events or exhibitions in Boston.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from different publications dated March 21, 1955, and one from April 4, 1955. Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Newspaper Headers and Dates:

  1. Gazette (Worcester, Mass.) - March 21, 1955
  2. New York Times (New York, N.Y.) - March 21, 1955
  3. Herald Tribune (New York, N.Y.) - March 21, 1955
  4. Berkshire Eagle (Pittsfield, Mass.) - March 21, 1955
  5. France-Amérique (New York, N.Y.) - April 4, 1955

Articles:

  1. Gazette (Worcester, Mass.):

    • Title: Named Professor
    • Content: Charles Kuhn, director of Harvard University's Germanic Museum, has been promoted to full professorship.
  2. New York Times:

    • Title: Harvard Promotes Two
    • Content: Charles Kuhn, director of the Germanic Museum at Harvard, and another individual are promoted. Kuhn has been named a full professor.
  3. Herald Tribune (New York, N.Y.):

    • Title: Harvard Promotes Two
    • Content: Similar to the New York Times article, it reports that Charles Kuhn and John P. Coolidge have been promoted. Kuhn is noted for his role as the director of the Germanic Museum.
  4. Berkshire Eagle (Pittsfield, Mass.):

    • Title: Harvard Promotes Museum Directors
    • Content: Charles Kuhn and John Coolidge have been promoted to full professorships. Kuhn is the director of the Germanic Museum, and Coolidge is the director of the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. France-Amérique (New York, N.Y.):

    • Title: (French Article)
    • Content: This article, written in French, discusses an exhibition of 18th-century art in Boston. It mentions the curator of Germanic art at Harvard University and the Fogg Museum, Charles Kuhn, who has organized this exhibition. The event is highlighted as a significant cultural gathering.

Summary:

All the clippings from March 21, 1955, report on the promotion of Charles Kuhn, director of the Germanic Museum at Harvard University, to the position of full professor. The articles provide varying details about his career and the promotion. The French article from April 4, 1955, in France-Amérique, discusses an art exhibition in Boston curated by Kuhn, emphasizing his role in bringing this cultural event to fruition.

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This image appears to be a scan of a scrapbook or a collection of clippings from newspapers and other publications. There are several smaller clippings and one larger piece pasted onto a brown backing paper.

The larger piece is a header of a publication named "France-Amérique, Le Journal Français Des Etats-Unis," with an address listed at 127 East 81st Street, New York 28, N.Y., and a telephone number provided. The date "APR 4 1955" is typed towards the right-hand side, suggesting that this header is from an issue published on April 4, 1955.

The smaller clippings contain various texts, and some are dated MAR 21 1955. There are references to events or news items relevant at that time. The content mentioned includes promotions at Harvard University, with specific reference to individuals being named director of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum, as well as a newspaper circulation statistic for the Gazette of Worchester, Massachusetts.

In the bottom left corner, there appears to be a clipping in French, but the text is not fully visible, making it difficult to interpret its context. The language and newspaper header suggest a connection to French-American culture or interests.

The page has visible signs of age, such as discoloration and edge wear, indicating it could be of historical interest.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles about the promotion of John Coolidge and Charles Kuhn to full professorships at Harvard University, along with their roles as directors of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the Worcester Gazette, the New York Times, the New York Herald Tribune, and the Berkshire Eagle. The articles mention the promotions and the directors' roles in addition to their museum duties. The image also includes a white envelope with the text "France-Amérique" and an address in New York City, possibly related to the French-American newspaper.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or periodical titled "France-Amérique: Le Journal Français des États-Unis", dated April 4, 1955. The page appears to be part of a collection of clippings or a scrapbook, as indicated by the visible tabs and markings on the left margin. The layout is typical of a newspaper, featuring multiple columns of text and headlines.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Header Information:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the newspaper's name: "France-Amérique", followed by the subtitle "Le Journal Français des États-Unis".
    • The address is given as "127 East 81st Street, New York 28, N.Y.", along with a telephone number: "Tel. Regent 7-9450".
  2. Date and Layout:

    • The date "APR 4 1955" is printed in the top-right corner.
    • The page is divided into multiple columns, with headlines and articles arranged in a traditional newspaper format.
  3. Headlines and Articles:

    • The main headline at the top reads "Harvard Promotes Two Museum Directors", indicating a news story about Harvard University's appointment of new directors for its museums.
    • The article mentions the promotion of John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn to directorships of the Fogg Art Museum and the Busch-Reisinger Museum of Germanic Culture, respectively.
    • Additional smaller headlines and articles are visible, including:
      • "Named Professor", which discusses the appointment of E. Kuhn as a professor at Harvard.
      • Other smaller headlines, such as "Cambridge, March 21 (UP)", suggest additional news items from various locations.
  4. Visual Details:

    • The page has a slightly aged appearance, with a yellowish tint typical of old paper.
    • There are visible tabs or markers on the left margin, likely used for organizing or referencing specific articles.
    • The text is typeset in a classic serif font, consistent with mid-20th-century printing styles.
  5. Additional Text:

    • At the bottom of the page, there is a smaller section labeled "BOSTON", which appears to contain a French-language announcement or advertisement related to an exhibition or event at the Musée de Dessins et de Gravures du Musée français de Boston.

Overall Context:

The image captures a historical snapshot of a French-language newspaper published in the United States in 1955. It highlights cultural and academic news, particularly focusing on Harvard University's museum appointments, reflecting the interests of its French-speaking readership. The page also includes international news and local announcements, showcasing the newspaper's role in connecting French-speaking communities in the U.S. with global events.

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The image shows a page of a scrapbook, with various newspaper clippings attached to it. The clippings are from different newspapers and have different dates. They are about the promotion of two professors at Harvard University to full professorships. The professors are John P. Coolidge and Charles L. Kuhn, who are directors of Harvard's two art museums. The page also has a piece of paper with the name "France-Amérique" and the date "APR 4 1955" on it.