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The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Friday, March 28, 1958, Boston edition. The clipping is partially torn and is mounted on a light gray background. The headline reads "Washington Can Act Recession?" The main content of the article discusses an event at Harvard's Day at the Fogg Museum. The photograph within the article shows two individuals standing next to a framed piece of art, presumably at the museum. The article describes how Harvard's Day visitors at the Fogg Museum participated in an auction of art, with the proceeds going to a fundraising program for Harvard College. The text also mentions a day of panel discussions, movies, and a radiocast, organized in support of the college. The photograph is credited to Lyman W. Fisher, a staff photographer.
This image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The page is partially torn at the top left corner. The clipping includes a photograph and an article.
The photograph, credited to Lyman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer, shows two women standing in front of an easel with a painting on it. The women appear to be examining the artwork closely. The setting seems to be an art auction or exhibition.
The article accompanying the photograph is titled "For Harvard’s Day: Auctioned Art." It describes an event at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge where visitors could bid on various pieces of art to raise funds for Harvard College. The proceeds from the auction went to the school's fund-raising organization. The article mentions that the buyers can keep the art for five years only. The day also included panel discussions, movies, and a radio broadcast. The individuals involved in the auction are Rudolph M. Riefstahl, an assistant to the museum's director, and Anne V. Dort, a secretary to the Friends of Fogg group.
The newspaper clipping is placed against a plain, light gray background.
This image displays a torn clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Boston, Friday, March 28, 1958.
The clipping consists of two main elements:
Headline: At the top, a partially torn headline reads “Washington Can Act ... Recession?” suggesting the article discussed economic policy.
Photograph and Caption: Below and to the right is a black-and-white photograph with a caption underneath. The photo depicts two people — a man in a suit and a woman in a light-colored blouse and dark skirt — standing closely together in what appears to be an art museum. They are looking at a large, framed painting that is propped on a wooden easel at an angle. The photograph is credited to “Lyman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer.”
The accompanying caption is titled “For Harvard’s Day: Auctioned Art”. It explains that the scene is from Cambridge’s Fogg Museum, where visitors attending “Harvard’s Day” were buying pieces of art at auction. All proceeds from the auction were designated for “A Program for Harvard College,” the school's fundraising organization. The caption also notes that the purchased art could only be kept by the buyers for five years. The event included panel discussions, movies, and a radio broadcast. The photograph captures Rudolph M. Riefstahl (assistant to the museum’s director) and Anne V. Dort (secretary to the Friends of Fogg group) making last-minute preparations for the “Case for the College” auction.
The clipping has a ragged, torn edge on the left side, revealing that it was cut or torn from a larger page. The paper itself is yellowed with age.
The image is a newspaper clipping with a photograph and text. The clipping is from "The Christian Science Monitor," dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The clipping is partially torn on the left side. The photograph shows two individuals standing in front of a framed artwork. The artwork is displayed on an easel. The individuals are dressed formally, with the person on the right wearing a skirt and the person on the left wearing a suit and tie. The text above the photograph reads "For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art." Below the photograph, there is additional text that provides context about the event, mentioning that the art was bought at auction and proceeds went to a program for Harvard College. The text also mentions the involvement of a radio broadcast and individuals named Rudolph M. Dort and Anne V. M. Riefstahl.
The image is a black and white photograph of three people standing in front of a painting. The painting is on a stand, and the three people are looking at it. The man on the right is wearing a suit and tie, while the woman on the left is wearing a dress. The man in the middle is wearing a suit and tie as well. The image is from the Christian Science Monitor, Boston, Friday, March 28, 1958.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958, from Boston. The headline at the top reads "Washington Can Act", though part of the text is obscured by a tear or cutout at the top left corner. Below the headline, there is a photograph and a caption.
The caption below the photograph reads:
"For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art"
At Cambridge's Fogg Museum today, Harvard Day visitors bought at auction many pieces of art. All proceeds went to A Program for Harvard College, the school's fund-raising organization. The art work can be kept by the buyers for five years only. The activity at Fogg sparked a system of panel discussions, movies, and a Columbia Broadcasting System radiobroadcast of "The auction are Anne M. Rieffstal, assistant to the museum's director, and Rudolph V. Dort, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group. Making last-minute preparations for the Case for the College."
The photograph is credited to Lyman W. Fisher, Staff Photographer.
The image captures a moment during a fund-raising event for Harvard College, where art was auctioned at the Fogg Museum. The photograph highlights the interaction between attendees and the artwork, emphasizing the cultural and charitable nature of the event. The accompanying text provides context about the proceeds, the temporary ownership of the art, and related activities.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of two people standing in front of an easel displaying a painting. The headline reads "For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art" and the article discusses the auction of art pieces at Cambridge's Fogg Museum to raise funds for Harvard College.
The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a unique event where art was auctioned off to raise funds for Harvard College. The photograph of the two people admiring the painting adds a personal touch to the article, highlighting the significance of the event.
The image presents a newspaper clipping from The Christian Science Monitor, dated Friday, March 28, 1958. The clipping features a photograph of two individuals standing in front of an easel displaying a framed artwork. The article accompanying the photo discusses an auction held at Cambridge's Fogg Museum, where visitors purchased various pieces of art to support Harvard College.
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The image appears to be a historical document or artifact, showcasing a significant event in the art world. The newspaper clipping provides context and information about the auction, while the photograph offers a visual representation of the event. The image may be of interest to art historians, collectors, or enthusiasts who appreciate the intersection of art and philanthropy.
The image depicts a newspaper clipping from "THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, BOSTON, FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 1958." The clipping is torn and features a black-and-white photograph of two individuals standing in front of an easel with a painting on it. The man is dressed in a suit, while the woman wears a skirt and blouse.
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Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a historical event related to Harvard University and the Fogg Museum, highlighting the auction of art pieces and the involvement of various individuals in the preparations.
The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from "THE CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR, BOSTON, FRIDAY, MARCH 28, 1958." The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of two individuals standing before an easel displaying a painting. The man is attired in a suit and tie, while the woman wears a light-colored blouse paired with a dark skirt.
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The article, titled "For Harvard's Day: Auctioned Art," discusses an event where visitors to Cambridge's Fogg Museum purchased numerous pieces of art at auction. The proceeds from this event supported a program for Harvard College, the school's fund-raising organization. Notably, the artwork acquired during this event could be retained by the buyers for five years. The activity at Fogg Museum was part of a broader day that included panel discussions, movies, and a Columbia Broadcasting System radio broadcast of "The Case for the College." Key figures involved in the event included Rudolph M. Riefstahl, assistant to the museum's director, and Anne V. Dort, secretary to the Friends of Fogg group.
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