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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, August 1951-May 1958

ARCH.2003.32, Rendition: 804091

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This image displays page six of The Harvard Crimson, the student newspaper of Harvard University, dated Thursday, February 11, 1955.

The page is formatted in a vintage newspaper style, with columns of text and advertisements, printed on aged, off-white paper that shows some yellowing and creases — particularly a noticeable horizontal crease across the left half.

Main Article: "JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE"

The central feature of the page is a large, prominently displayed advertisement or recruitment piece from The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).

  • Headline: “JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE”
  • Subhead: “E.E.’s, M.E.’s, A.E.’s, Math, Physics and Chemistry Majors:”
  • Body: The text promotes APL as a dynamic, cutting-edge employer at the forefront of guided supersonic missile development. It references historical milestones, such as the first large booster rocket (1948), and invites young engineers and scientists to contribute to high-urgency missile programs.
  • Call to Action: Encourages interested students to request a 30-page publication or contact the Professional Staff Appointments Officer.
  • Contact Information: “The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, 8621 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland.”
  • Sidebar: “INTERVIEWS ON CAMPUS FEBRUARY 17” announces campus interviews by APL representatives.

This content suggests APL was actively recruiting top STEM talent from Ivy League institutions like Harvard during the early Cold War era.


Advertisements and Other Articles

Top Left: Fine Arts (Continued from page five)

  • Brief editorial continuation discussing the need for change in Harvard’s art department, referencing President Pusey and the tension between academic and artistic priorities. The text ends with a quote from André Malraux.

Top Right: FOREIGN CAR PARTS OF NEW ENGLAND

  • An ad for car parts: “Foreign car parts for all makes — Hazet tools, Pirelli tires, Marchal lights.”
  • Address: 1270 Commonwealth Ave (Opp. Capitol Theatre), Allston, Mass.
  • Phone: AL 4-0058.

Right Column: “25% OFF All Skiing Equipment”

  • From “THE COOP” — a common name for the Harvard Coop, the university’s student cooperative store.
  • Lists discounted items: Skis, Boots, Bindings, Poles, Waxes, Carriers, Men’s and Women’s Clothing.

Bottom Right: American Express Travel Service

  • A travel ad with the tagline: “You can’t SEE all of Europe… You have to LIVE it!”
  • Features a cartoon illustration of a diverse group of students cheering with maps and passports.
  • Promotes student tours through Europe (England, Scotland, Ireland, Holland, Belgium, etc.) for 48 to 60 days, starting at $768.
  • Encourages students to “TRAVEL NOW—PAY LATER” via American Express.
  • Includes a fill-in coupon for requesting information.

Overall Impression

The page reflects mid-20th century American campus life, blending academic discourse, Cold War-era science recruitment, student consumerism, and aspirational travel. The juxtaposition of serious scientific recruitment with student discounts and European travel highlights the emerging post-war generation of educated, mobile, and career-oriented youth. The paper’s layout and typography are typical of collegiate newspapers of the 1950s — functional, densely packed, and heavily reliant on text with minimal graphic embellishment.

This is a historical artifact capturing a moment when universities were key battlegrounds for talent in science and engineering, and when travel abroad was a prestigious, if expensive, aspiration for American students.

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This image is a page from the February 13, 1958, issue of The Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper at Harvard University. The page is divided into several sections:

  1. Top Left: An article titled "Fine Arts," which discusses the Fine Arts Department's role in the academic community and its challenges. It references a Visual Arts Report from 1956 and the need for change within the department.

  2. Top Right: An advertisement for "Foreign Car Parts of New England," which offers car parts for all makes, including Hazet tools, Pirelli tires, and Marschal lights. It also mentions "Prompt service on all parts" and provides an address and phone number.

  3. Center Left: An advertisement targeting "E.E.'s, M.E.'s, A.E.'s, Math, Physics and Chemistry Majors" to join the "Vanguard of Science." It promotes the Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) at The Johns Hopkins University, highlighting its achievements in supersonic missile flight and other scientific projects. It mentions that interviews on campus will be held on February 17 and provides the address and phone number for more information.

  4. Center Right: An advertisement for "The Coop," offering a 25% discount on all skiing equipment, including skis, carriers, boots, poles, bindings, waxes, and men's and women's clothing.

  5. Bottom Right: An advertisement for American Express Travel Service promoting its "1958 Student Tours of Europe." It emphasizes experiencing Europe, as "You can't SEE all of Europe... You have to LIVE it!" and includes details about the tours, durations, and cost. It also provides a coupon for requesting more information.

The page has a vintage look, with aged paper and typewritten text, reflecting the style of publications from the mid-20th century.

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This image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically Page Six of The Harvard Crimson, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The page appears to be weathered, indicating its age, with a beige or yellowish tint common in old paper. It is divided into two main columns, with text and advertisements occupying the space.

Column 1:

  • Fine Arts Section: This section discusses the need for changes in art education within a university setting. It mentions the Visual Arts Report and Fogg's mixed reaction to it, emphasizing that changes should come from within the department rather than being imposed externally. It also references President Pusey's vision for the future of art study at Harvard, aiming to create a new sense of direction and purpose. Quotations from André Malraux and Simon Slive are included to support the points made.

  • Join in the Vanguard of Science: This section is a call to action for engineering and science students. It promotes the Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) at Johns Hopkins University, highlighting its contributions to fully guided supersonic missile flight and other advancements since 1945. The text describes the laboratory's facilities, achievements, and the opportunities for staff development and technical achievement. It encourages students to attend campus interviews on February 17 and provides contact information for more details.

Column 2:

  • Foreign Car Parts Advertisement: This ad promotes a service called "Foreign Car Parts of New England," located at 1270 Commonwealth Ave. in Allston, Massachusetts. It offers parts for all makes of foreign cars, including Hazet tools, Pirelli tires, and Marschal lights. The ad emphasizes prompt service and invites customers to bring their problems for resolution.

  • 25% Off Skiing Equipment: This advertisement from "The Coop" offers a 25% discount on all skiing equipment, including skis, carriers, boots, bindings, poles, waxes, and men's and women's clothing. The ad uses bold text to highlight the discount.

  • American Express Travel Service Advertisement: This ad encourages students to experience Europe through American Express Student Tours. It features a humorous cartoon of a student holding a map and a man dressed as a tour guide, with the caption, "You can't SEE all of Europe... You have to LIVE it!" The text describes the tours as expertly planned with ample free time and comprehensive sightseeing in various European countries. It provides details about the cost, duration, and availability of the tours, as well as a coupon for more information.

The overall layout is typical of mid-20th-century newspapers, with black-and-white text and images, and a focus on providing information and advertisements relevant to students and academics.

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The image is a photograph of a folded newspaper. The newspaper is open to page six, and the top half of the page has a few headlines. The headlines are "Fine Arts," "Foreign car parts for all makes," "Foreign car parts of New England," and "25% OFF ALL Skiing Equipment." Below the headlines, there is a black and white advertisement for "The Coop." The bottom half of the page has a headline that reads "JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE." Below the headline, there is a paragraph that describes the Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) of The Johns Hopkins University. The paragraph mentions that APL has been in the vanguard of the guided missile field since 1945 and has a staff of 550 engineers and scientists. The paragraph also mentions that APL has laboratories covering over 350,000 square feet and is located in rolling countryside midway between Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, Md. The paragraph ends with a call to action for interested individuals to contact the Placement Officer for APL's new 30-page publication or to write to the Professional Staff Appointments department.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a mix of news articles, advertisements, and a recruitment flyer. The top left section of the page is a continuation of an article titled "Fine Arts" discussing the Harvard Art Museum's collection and the potential impact of changes in the Fine Arts Department. The article mentions Fogg's mixed reaction to the report and the importance of the museum for artists and scholars. Below this, there is a recruitment flyer for the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), inviting E.E.'s, M.E.'s, A.E.'s, Math, Physics, and Chemistry majors to join the "Vanguard of Science." The flyer highlights the laboratory's achievements in guided missile technology and the opportunities for young engineers and scientists. On the right side of the page, there are advertisements for foreign car parts and skiing equipment, as well as an ad for American Express Student Tours, promoting travel opportunities in Europe. The bottom of the page includes a form for travel information and a brief article about the APL.

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The image shows a page from The Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper, dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The page is divided into several sections, each containing different content:

Left Section: Fine Arts

  • The section is titled "Fine Arts" and appears to be a continuation from a previous page. It discusses a collection of drawings by Fogg's Visual Arts Department, highlighting the importance of the collection and the need for change in the department's approach. The text mentions a President Pusey and a general education council, indicating administrative discussions around the department's future.

Center Section: Join in the Vanguard of Science

  • This is the most prominent section, titled "JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE". It is an advertisement or announcement for The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).
    • Content Highlights:
      • APL is described as being at the forefront of scientific and engineering advancements, including the development of the first ramjet engine, the first large booster rocket, and fully guided supersonic flight.
      • The laboratory is noted for its role in missile flight, long-range missiles, and nuclear propulsion.
      • APL is committed to creative thinking and scientific scope, with over 350,000 square feet of laboratory space across Baltimore, Maryland, and Washington, D.C.
      • The section invites young engineers and scientists with above-average ability to join APL, emphasizing the laboratory's pioneering work in the vanguard of science.
      • It includes a call to action for interested individuals to contact APL for detailed information, interviews, or placements.
      • The APL logo and address are provided at the bottom:
        The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory
        8621 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland

Right Section: Advertisements

  • Top Right: Foreign Car Parts

    • An advertisement for Foreign Car Parts of New England, located at 1270 Commonwealth Ave., Capitol Theatre, Allston, Mass. 02458.
    • The ad promotes prompt service on all parts for various foreign car makes, including Porsche, Ferrari, Maserati, all makes.
    • A 25% OFF discount is highlighted for All Skiing Equipment, including skis, boots, carriers, bindings, poles, and men's/women's clothing.
    • The ad features a logo for The Coop, suggesting a partnership or sponsorship.
  • Bottom Right: American Express Travel Service

    • An advertisement for American Express Student Tours of Europe, emphasizing expertly planned tours that allow students to explore Europe affordably.
    • The ad highlights 10 special tours for the 1958-59 academic year, with prices ranging from $198 up.
    • It includes a coupon form for interested students to request more information, with fields for Name, Address, City, State, and Zip.
    • The ad also mentions travel later and provides contact details for the American Express Travel Service at 66 Broadway, New York 6, N.Y.

Overall Layout

  • The page is formatted in a typical newspaper style, with columns of text and advertisements interspersed. The central section, "Join in the Vanguard of Science," is the most visually dominant, drawing attention with its bold headline and detailed description of APL's scientific achievements.
  • The right side contains commercial advertisements, blending educational and promotional content typical of a student newspaper.

Visual Elements

  • The page features typed text with clear headings and subheadings.
  • There are illustrations in the advertisements, such as a skier in the Skiing Equipment ad and a cartoonish figure in the American Express Travel Service ad.
  • The layout is clean and organized, with distinct sections for news, announcements, and advertisements.

This page provides a snapshot of mid-20th-century academic and commercial life, highlighting scientific advancements, student opportunities, and travel promotions.

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This image is of a newspaper page, specifically "PAGE SIX" from "THE HARVARD CRIMSON" dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The majority of the page is devoted to an advertisement by The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), located at 8621 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland. The ad invites "EE's, ME's, AE's, Math, Physics and Chemistry Majors" to "JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE" and suggests that the APL has been in the vanguard of the guided missile field since 1945.

On the right side, various ads can be seen – one promotes "FOREIGN CAR PARTS" of all makes, suggesting a 25% off discount on all skiing equipment, and an advertisement from "THE COOP" is visible. A third ad for "American Express Student Tours" encourages travel to Europe and gives contact information for the American Express Travel Service in New York, NY. The page also includes a fairly lighthearted cartoon related to the travel ad.

At the top left, there's a continuation of an article on "Fine Arts," though the main text is not visible, and the bottom section mentions interviews on campus on February 17th at the Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL). The newspaper page is visible but has signs of aging and wear, with creases and some discoloration.

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This image is a scan of a page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. It is printed on aged paper and features a combination of articles, advertisements, and announcements. Here is a description of its main sections:

Left Column:

  1. Header:

    • "Fine Arts" (continuing from a previous page).
    • The article discusses art collections, their purpose, and their potential use in a university context.
  2. Main Article:

    • Titled "JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE."
    • It's an advertisement targeted at engineers (E.E.’s, M.E.’s, A.E.’s), Math, Physics, and Chemistry majors.
    • Describes advancements in guided supersonic missiles, focusing on the John Hopkins University's Applied Physics Laboratory (APL).
    • Details APL's dedication to technical achievement and its facilities.
    • It also advertises interviews on February 17 and provides the lab's address in Maryland.

Right Column:

  1. Upper Advertisement:

    • Advertises "Foreign Car Parts of New England," offering parts for various car models and brands. The ad highlights "25% OFF All Skiing Equipment," such as skis, boots, poles, bindings, and clothing, available at "The COOP."
  2. Lower Advertisement:

    • Promotes "American Express Travel Service" for European student tours.
    • Includes cartoon illustrations of travelers expressing excitement about exploring Europe while on tour.
    • Highlights details on how to apply or get additional information for these international student travel opportunities.

Overall Layout:

The page is presented in two columns with a mix of advertisements, articles, and visual elements. The paper is visibly old and slightly torn on the lower left corner, adding to its vintage appeal.

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This is a scanned page from a 1958 issue of The Harvard Crimson (dated Thursday, February 13, 1958). It looks like a double-column newspaper page with:

  • Left column: A “Fine Arts” section continuing from a previous page, plus a large advertisement titled “JOIN IN THE VANGUARD OF SCIENCE.” It promotes The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, with copy about engineering majors and an invitation to interview on campus (February 17). The address shown is 8621 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, Maryland.
  • Right column: A bold advertisement for “FOREIGN CAR PARTS FOR ALL MAKES” and a big promo offering “25% OFF All Skiing Equipment” at The Coop, listing skis, boots, poles, bindings, waxes, and clothing, with a cartoon illustration.
  • The page has a vintage, yellowed newspaper look with some wear and a crease down the middle.

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This image shows a page from the February 13, 1958 issue of "The Harvard Crimson" newspaper, specifically page six. The page includes several sections:

  1. Top left corner has an article titled "Fine Arts," which continues from a previous page and discusses the Visual Arts Report and ideas about arts education at Harvard.

  2. Below the article on the left side is a large advertisement for The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory, encouraging students in engineering and science disciplines (E.E.'s, M.E.'s, A.E.'s, Math, Physics, and Chemistry majors) to join the "Vanguard of Science." The ad highlights the laboratory's work on guided supersonic missile flight and invites interested students to interviews on campus on February 17.

  3. On the right half of the page, there is an advertisement for "Foreign Car Parts of New England," offering a 25% discount on all skiing equipment including skis, boots, poles, carriers, bindings, waxes, and men's and women's clothing.

  4. Below the skiing equipment ad is a cartoon-style advertisement for American Express Student Tours of Europe. It features people singing "You can't SEE all of Europe... You have to LIVE it!" The ad promotes 10 special tours ranging from 35 to 63 days across various European countries, mentioning the benefits and price points of the tours. There’s also a coupon for requesting more information about the 1958 student tours, with spaces to fill in name, address, city, zone, and state.

The page shows typical aging signs, including a torn edge on the left side and some discoloration.