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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 804037

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This image shows a single, aged page from a newspaper clipping or press clippings book, dating from October 1955. The page is yellowed with some stains and wear, suggesting its age and handling. It contains four distinct newspaper clippings, all dated in early to mid-October 1955, and arranged in a grid-like fashion.

Here is a detailed description of each clipping:

Top Left Clipping: “Athenæum’s Delacroix For Harvard Exhibit”

  • Source & Date: From the Times (e), Hartford, Conn., an Independent Democrat newspaper with a circulation of 109,680. Dated OCT 1 1955.
  • Content: This article announces that the Wadsworth Atheneum of Hartford will lend a collection of nearly 40 works by the French artist Eugene Delacroix to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The exhibition will run from October 15 to November 26. It also mentions that the painting “Baron von Schwiter,” which shows an aristocrat with a beautiful white horse, is included. The exhibition is linked to a visit by Professor Rene Huyghe of the College de France to deliver a symposium on “Delacroix and Baudelaire” at Harvard.

Top Middle Clipping: “LOCAL DELACROIX AT FOGG MUSEUM”

  • Source & Date: From the Sunday Republican, Springfield, Mass., an Independent newspaper with a circulation of 106,763. Dated OCT 2 1955.
  • Content: This clipping echoes the Hartford article, confirming the loan of Delacroix’s “Baron von Schwiter” and nearly 40 other paintings, watercolors, and drawings from the Springfield Museum of Fine Arts to the Fogg Museum. It specifies that the exhibition runs in Cambridge from Oct. 15 to Nov. 26 and will be arranged in conjunction with the visit of Professor Rene Huyghe of the College de France.

Top Right Clipping: “LIBRARY PAINTINGS”

  • Source & Date: From the News (e), Malden, Mass., an Independent Republican newspaper with a circulation of 9,958. Dated OCT 12 1955.
  • Content: This article highlights two watercolor paintings by Charles Emile Heil, “Black-Cap Chickadee” and “Prairie Warbler,” which were chosen as the “Library Owes ‘Etching of Young Blue Jay’ — the gift of the late Herbert G. Dorion.” It then provides a biography of the artist Charles Emile Heil (born Feb. 28, 1870, in Boston), describing him as a landscape painter and illustrator associated with the Guild of Boston Artists and the Boston Society of Water-Color Painters. His awards included the Gold Medal for Water Color, Panama-Pacific Exposition (1915), the Mitten Medal (1928), and the Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts award (1940). His work is found in many museums, including the Malden Public Library, Worcester Art Museum, and the National Museum of Washington. The article concludes by quoting an obituary that praised his skill in capturing the “exquisitely delicate and lovely tones and textures of their plumage” of birds and landscapes.

Bottom Clipping: “Wilson College Alumnae Meet”

  • Source & Date: Dated OCT 16 1955, this clipping is from the American Press Clipping Service Inc., located at 119 Nassau Street, New York City.
  • Content: This article reports on an event held at the Washington Wilson Club, a dinner sponsored by the club’s president, Dr. Paul Sivin Haven. The main speaker, Dr. Swam Haven, emphasized that “THE BEST preparation for marriage, citizenship and a job is an education in the ‘liberal arts and sciences’,” a college president declared. The article also highlights the accomplishments of two daughters of the college’s founder, Mary and Elizabeth Wightman (a former president). One daughter, Mary, became a special agent for the U.S. Department of State, while the other, Elizabeth, became a professor of physical education and archaeology. Dr. Haven asserted that liberal arts and sciences provide “the best preparation for a job” because they teach “the very qualities of understanding, consideration, and responsibility that the colleges seek to encourage in all their students.”

Additional Notations:

  • All four clippings have “OCT 1 1955” or “OCT 2 1955” or “OCT 12 1955” and “OCT 16 1955” handwritten or stamped onto them.
  • The central clipping about Delacroix has a red box drawn around its headline.
  • The clipping service’s contact information and the date stamp are prominently visible on the Wilson College article.
  • There is a handwritten page number “26” and the number “2” near the clipping service information, likely indicating this is page 26 of a scrapbook or clipping file, and it was the second clipping on that page.

In summary, this page is a curated collection of newspaper clippings from October 1955, documenting art exhibitions (specifically Delacroix at Harvard), local cultural events featuring a painter’s work in Malden, and an alumnae gathering celebrating the liberal arts education provided by Wilson College. The page itself shows signs of age and use, characteristic of a personal or professional clipping archive.

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This image appears to be a page from a newspaper or a collection of newspaper clippings, dated from the late 20th century, specifically October 1955. The page contains several articles and notices, each with different headlines and dates, indicating it is a compilation of various news items. The articles are related to cultural events, such as art exhibitions featuring works by Delacroix and other artists, and a discussion about a college alumnae meet. The page also includes a note from an address in New York City and some handwritten annotations, suggesting it might be part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents. The overall tone of the page reflects a period of cultural and educational activity, with an emphasis on art and literature.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The page contains several articles from different newspapers, all dated around October 1955. The clippings are from various newspapers, including:

  1. Times (e) HARTFORD, Conn. Independent Democrat - This article discusses the Wadsworth Atheneum of Hartford lending a painting by Eugène Delacroix to an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.

  2. Sunday Republican SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Independent - This article mentions a recent acquisition by the Springfield Museum of Fine Arts, an oil portrait by Delacroix titled "Baron von Schwiter," which will be part of an exhibition at the Fogg Museum.

  3. News (e) MALDEN. Mass. Independent Republican - This article talks about library paintings, specifically bird portraits by Charles Emile Heil, and mentions his awards and the places where his work is represented.

  4. American Press Clipping Service Inc. - This seems to be a label or a note indicating the source of the clippings.

  5. Wilson College Alumnae Meet - This article discusses a Founder's Day dinner at Wilson College, Chambersburg, Pa., and mentions the achievements of the college's founder and her daughters.

The page is aged, with some wear and tear visible, and the clippings are glued onto the page. The text is in black and white, and some parts are underlined or highlighted.

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The image is of an open book with two pages visible. The book appears to be a newspaper clipping service. The left page has a clipping of an article from the Hartford Courant, dated October 1, 1955, about an exhibition of paintings by the French artist Delacroix at the Fogg Museum. The right page has a clipping of an article from the Washington Post, dated October 16, 1955, about a Wilson College alumnae meeting. The book also has a white sticker with the text "Tel. Worth 2-3797 American Press Clipping Service Inc. 119 Nassau Street New York City" on it.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper clipping book, likely part of a scrapbook or archive. The page features multiple newspaper clippings arranged in a grid format, each with distinct headlines, dates, and sources. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Athenum's Delacroix For Harvard Exhibit"
    • Source: New England News Agency, Inc., dated Oct 1, 1955.
    • Content: Discusses an exhibit featuring a painting by Eugène Delacroix at Harvard University. The article mentions the painting's significance and the exhibition's context.
  2. Top Middle Section:

    • Headline: "LOCAL DELACROIX MUSEUM AT FOGG"
    • Source: New England News Agency, Inc., dated Oct 2, 1955.
    • Content: Reports on a Delacroix painting being displayed at the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article provides details about the painting, its historical context, and the museum's plans.
  3. Top Right Section:

    • Headline: "LIBRARY PAINTINGS"
    • Source: New England News Agency, Inc., dated Oct 12, 1955.
    • Content: Discusses an art exhibit at the Boston Public Library, featuring works by various artists. The article highlights the diversity of the collection and includes commentary on specific pieces.
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Headline: "Wilson College Alumnae Meet"
    • Source: American Press Clipping Service, dated Oct 16, 1955.
    • Content: Reports on an alumnae gathering at Wilson College. The article covers the event's agenda, notable attendees, and discussions about women's education and achievements.

Visual Details:

  • Annotations: There are handwritten notes and markings on the page, including:
    • A red underline beneath the headline "LOCAL DELACROIX MUSEUM AT FOGG."
    • A handwritten note in the bottom left corner: "Tel. Worth 2-3797" and "AMERICAN PRESS CLIPPING SERVICE 119 Nassau Street, New York City."
    • A date stamp: "OCT 16 1955" and a signature or initials: "D. C."
    • Additional markings, such as "Cire 106,680" and "Cire 108,680," likely referencing circulation numbers or cataloging information.

Condition and Context:

  • The page appears aged, with visible signs of wear such as discoloration, slight creasing, and faint stains. The paper has a slightly yellowed tone, typical of mid-20th-century newsprint.
  • The clippings are neatly arranged, suggesting they were carefully collected and preserved, possibly for historical or research purposes.

Overall Impression:

This page serves as a historical snapshot, capturing news events from October 1955, particularly focusing on art exhibitions, museum activities, and women's education. The annotations and markings indicate that the page was part of a curated collection, possibly for reference or archival purposes. The layout and content reflect the journalistic style of the time, with concise headlines and detailed subheadings.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper page featuring a collection of articles from the 1950s. The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging, including creases, tears, and discoloration.

Article Headlines:

  • Athenaeum's Delacroix For Harvard Exhibit: This article discusses the Athenaeum's Delacroix exhibit at Harvard University, which will feature 44 paintings by Eugene Delacroix.
  • LOCAL DELACROIX AT FOGG MUSEUM: This article announces the upcoming exhibition of Delacroix's works at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
  • LIBRARY PAINTINGS: This article highlights the library paintings at the Boston Public Library, which include works by artists such as Millet, Renoir, and Degas.
  • Wilson College Alumnae Meet: This article reports on the Wilson College Alumnae Meet, where two daughters of the founder, Anna B. Wightman, were honored for their achievements.

Newspaper Details:

  • Name: The New England Newspaper Agency, Inc.
  • Date: October 12, 1955
  • Location: Malden, Massachusetts
  • Circulation: Independent Republican Circ. 9,958

Additional Information:

  • Press Clipping Service: The page includes a press clipping service advertisement from American Press Clipping Service Inc. in New York City.
  • Postage Stamp: A postage stamp from Washington, D.C. is also visible on the page.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the cultural and social events of the 1950s, highlighting the importance of art, education, and community.

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This image depicts a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring newspaper clippings and other paper ephemera. The page is yellowed with age, indicating that it has been preserved for an extended period.

The clippings appear to be from various newspapers, including the Hartford Courant, Springfield Republican, Malden News, and American Press Clipping Service. They cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, library paintings, and college alumni events.

One clipping announces an exhibition of Eugene Delacroix's works at the Fogg Museum, while another discusses the work of Charles Emile Heil, a painter and illustrator. A third clipping reports on the Wilson College Alumnae Meet, highlighting the achievements of two daughters of the college's founder.

The page also features a few handwritten notes and stamps, adding to its historical significance. Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing the interests and concerns of individuals who compiled this scrapbook or photo album.

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The image displays a page from an old scrapbook or photo album, featuring newspaper clippings from October 1955.

Page Details
The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging, including tears and creases. It is numbered "26" in the top center.

Newspaper Clippings
The page contains four newspaper clippings, each with a distinct article or advertisement:

  • Three clippings are arranged in a column on the left and center of the page, dated October 1, 2, and 12, 1955, respectively.
    • The first clipping is from the Harvard Times and discusses an Athenaeum's Delacroix exhibit at Harvard University.
    • The second clipping is from the Sunday Republican and announces a local Delacroix exhibit at the Fogg Museum.
    • The third clipping is from the Malden News and highlights library paintings by Henry P. Lindebergh.
  • A fourth clipping is positioned below the other three, dated October 16, 1955, and is from the Post in Washington, D.C.
    • It is an article from the American Press Clipping Service about a Wilson College Alumnae meeting.

Overall
The page appears to be a collection of articles and events from October 1955, showcasing a mix of cultural and educational content.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping book page, featuring a collection of articles from various publications. The page is yellowed with age and has a worn appearance, with visible signs of wear and tear.

  • Newspaper Clippings:
    • The page contains five newspaper clippings from different publications, including:
      • The Hartford Times
      • Sunday Republican
      • Malden News
      • American Press Clipping Service Inc.
      • Wilson College Alumnae Meet
    • Each clipping features a unique article or announcement, showcasing a range of topics such as art exhibitions, library paintings, and college alumni meetings.
  • Publication Dates:
    • The publication dates for the clippings are:
      • October 1, 1955 (The Hartford Times)
      • October 2, 1955 (Sunday Republican)
      • October 12, 1955 (Malden News)
      • October 16, 1955 (American Press Clipping Service Inc.)
  • Article Summaries:
    • The articles cover various subjects, including:
      • An art exhibition at Harvard University featuring the work of Eugene Delacroix
      • A recent acquisition of a portrait by Baron Von Schurz at the Fogg Museum
      • The display of library paintings in the Boys' and Girls' Room
      • A meeting of Wilson College alumnae
  • Visual Description:
    • The page has a light brown color with darker brown spots and stains.
    • The newspaper clippings are arranged in a collage-style layout, with some overlapping or partially cut off.
    • The text is printed in black ink, with some articles featuring headlines and subheadings.

In summary, the image showcases a vintage newspaper clipping book page featuring a collection of articles from various publications, covering topics such as art exhibitions, library paintings, and college alumni meetings. The page has a worn and yellowed appearance, with visible signs of wear and tear.