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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, October 1955-March 1958

ARCH.2003.33, Rendition: 803172

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This image displays a single page from a scrapbook or clipping album, showing a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated January 23, 1957.

The clipping is from the “Society” section, under the headline “Hub Historic E Off for Events” — likely a partial title, with “E” possibly standing for “Event” or “Events,” and “Hub” referring to Boston. The full headline likely read something like “Hub Historic Events Off for Events” or “Hub Historic Figures Off for Events.”

Key Elements of the Clipping:

  1. Photograph: A black-and-white photo accompanies the article. It shows two women seated at a table, seemingly engaged in paperwork or planning. A caption beneath reads:

    “A LIGHTHOUSE PARTY at Hugo’s in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis is the concern of Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie as they check over reservations for the Jan. 25 dinner dance. Ruby Newman will play from 9 to 1.”

  2. Article by Marjorie W. Sherman: The article details several upcoming social and cultural events, primarily in Boston and Washington, D.C. Major topics include:

    • Travel to Washington: Several distinguished Bostonians are traveling to Washington to receive invitations from the National Park Service and the Smithsonian Institution. Notable names mentioned include Charles Hadley Watkins (acting chairman of the Boston National Historic Sites Commission), Conrad Wirth (head of the National Park Service), and Edwin Small (official historian).
    • Events at the Fogg Museum: Members of the American Ballet Theater will be honored at the opening of two special exhibits — “Dancers” by Degas and an exhibition of new Parisian scenic design — to be held the following day at the Fogg Museum. Miss Lucia Chase, co-director of the Ballet Theater, will speak.
    • Box Holders for the First Aid to Hungary Benefit: A benefit concert at the Boston Opera House on February 13 features the American Ballet Theater. Box holders and committee members include Mrs. Carter, Mrs. Kuttner, and others.
  3. Physical Condition: The clipping shows signs of age — the paper is yellowed, and there are significant brown stains, particularly on the left side of the page, likely from moisture or aging. The clipping is mounted on a cream-colored scrapbook page, and the red binding of the album is visible on the left and bottom edges. The word “CAN” is handwritten in pencil on the upper left corner of the scrapbook page, possibly an archival or indexing mark.

In summary, this page captures a snapshot of high society life in Boston in 1957: charity events, cultural openings, and elite social gatherings, documented in a personal scrapbook with visible aging and archival marks.

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The image shows a page from a book or a collection of clippings. The page appears aged, with some yellowing and discoloration, indicating it is likely from an older publication. The text is a news article from "The Boston Globe" dated January 23, 1957. The headline reads "Hub Historic Events Off for Events" and discusses a "Lighthouse Party" being planned for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, organized by Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie. The article also mentions a dinner dance scheduled for January 25, with Ruby Newman set to play from 9 to 1.

The article is titled "Hub Historic Events Off for Events" and is authored by Marjorie W. Sherman. It details the activities of several distinguished Bostonians who are heading to Washington, including invitations from the National Park Service and the Smithsonians. The text also mentions the opening of the Hall of Everyday Life at the U.S. National Museum and the opening of two special exhibits at the Fogg Museum.

The page includes a small photograph at the top right, showing people, possibly attendees or organizers of the event. The overall content of the page is focused on cultural and historical events happening in the Boston area.

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This image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection of clippings. The page contains a newspaper article from the "Boston Globe," dated January 23, 1957. The article is titled "Society: Hub Historic Houses Off for Events." It includes a photograph of two women sitting together, with one of them looking at a piece of paper. The text discusses a lighthouse party and events related to the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, as well as activities involving distinguished Bostonians heading to Washington.

The image appears to be part of a larger collection, as indicated by the visible binding and additional pages in the background. There is also a noticeable shadow or stain on the left side of the page, possibly from a bookmark or another object.

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The image shows an open book with a page on the right side that contains a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated January 23, 1957. The clipping is titled "THE SOCIETY: Hub Historic Events Off for Events." The clipping is about an event called the "Lighthouse Party at Hugo's in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis." The event is hosted by Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie, who will oversee reservations for the January 25 dinner dance. Ruby Newman will perform from 9 to 11 p.m.

The clipping also mentions several distinguished Bostonians who are heading for Washington with invitations in their pockets. One of them is Conrad Wirth, head of the National Park Service of the Department of the Interior, who will be hosting members of the Boston National Historic Sites Commission. Other Commission members mentioned include Charles Hadley Watkins of Middleton, acting chairman of the commission and his author wife, who have a special interest in the second invitation from the Board of Regents of the Smithsonian Institution for the opening Saturday of the Hall of Early American Life at the U.S. National Museum. Other Commission members mentioned include Win Small, official service for the National Theater, and Mr. and Mrs. Edgar T. Parker of Boston, National Historic Sites Commission, and Mrs. Walker.

The clipping also mentions that Miss Lucia Chase, co-director of the Ballet Theater, will talk about the company's European tour. On view in the galleries will be a "Danse Macabre" loan exhibit of drawings, paintings, and sculpture inspired by the ballet and an exhibition of the newest Parisian trend in scenic design.

In the receiving line at the opening of the exhibit will be Mrs. Carter and Mrs. Kutten, who are the Hungarian relief benefit. Fogg members Anne Dorf and Mr. and Mrs. Waldo Wright, members of the Friends of Fogg Museum, will include Mrs. Louisa Wright, Mrs. Walter A. Ehrlich, Mrs. Carl Richard, and Mrs. Caius Weyerhauser.

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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper or magazine. The page has a red border and is titled "The Boston Globe" with a date of January 23, 1957. The main content of the page is a black-and-white photograph of two women sitting on a couch, with one woman holding a book. The text accompanying the photograph reads "Hub Historic E Society: Off for Events." Below the photograph, there is a headline that reads "A Lighthouse Party at Hugo's in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis." The article discusses a social event organized by the Hub Historic Society, which is a Boston-based organization focused on preserving and promoting the city's history and culture. The event is a benefit for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, which was a charity organization that supported research and treatment for polio. The article provides details about the event, including the date, time, and location, as well as information about the guests and speakers. It also mentions the involvement of notable figures in the Boston art and cultural scene, such as Charles Hadley Watkins, a prominent art collector and trustee of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and Miss Lucia Chase, the co-director of the Ballet Theater. The article highlights the importance of cultural events in supporting charitable causes and promoting community engagement.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The left page appears to be blank or lightly marked, with some handwritten notes in the top left corner, including the date "Jan 23, 1957" and the words "Boston Globe." The right page contains a newspaper clipping or article titled "THE Society: Hub Historic E Off for Events" from The Boston Globe. The article is dated January 23, 1957, and discusses various social and cultural events, including:

  1. A Lighthouse Party: An event at Hugo's in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, hosted by Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie. Ruby Newman will provide music from 9 to 1.

  2. Washingtonians heading to Washington: Mentions of notable figures such as Conrad Wirth, head of the National Park Service, and Charles Hadley Watkins of the Commission of Fine Arts, who are traveling to Washington for official duties.

  3. Box Holders for the First Aid Commission: Lists individuals who have purchased boxes for the opening night of the American Ballet Theater at the Boston Opera House on February 13.

The article includes names of prominent individuals, such as Mrs. Joseph Eaton, Mrs. Richard Lillie, Conrad Wirth, Charles Hadley Watkins, and others, indicating their involvement in various cultural and charitable events. The layout features a small photograph of two individuals, likely related to the events discussed in the article. The overall appearance suggests this is a historical clipping preserved in a scrapbook or archive.

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The image displays a newspaper page from the "Boston Globe," dated January 23, 1957. A section of the paper is labeled "Society" and discusses social and historical events. There is a heading that mentions "Hub Historic Lights Off for Events," and another article section is titled "A LIGHTHOUSE PARTY at Hugo's in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis..." There are various articles and text on the page, many likely pertaining to local social events, notable individuals, and cultural activities possibly occurring at the time. The page is placed in a book or binder, suggesting it may be part of a collection or archive, with visible aged edges and discoloration from preservation.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or album with a newspaper clipping attached. The clipping is from the Boston Globe dated January 23, 1957, under the "Society" section. The headline is partially visible but mentions "Hub Historic" and "Off for Events."

The clipping features a black-and-white photo of two women sitting on a cushioned bench or sofa, both seemingly engaged in writing or reviewing papers.

Below the photo, a caption reads: "A LIGHTHOUSE PARTY at Hugo’s in Cohasset for the benefit of the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis is the concern of Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie as they check over reservations for the Jan. 25 dinner dance. Ruby Newman will play from 9 to 1."

The text below the photo, written by Marjorie W. Sherman, discusses several matters including plans of distinguished Bostonians heading for Washington, board meetings, and activities related to the Boston National Historic Sites Commission and the American Ballet Theatre.

The clipping appears to be carefully preserved in the scrapbook, with some aging visible around the edges and discoloration of the paper. The name "Boston Globe" and the date are handwritten on a small piece of paper taped above the clipping.

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A page from a scrapbook. It features a clipped newspaper article pasted onto a yellowed, aged page. At the top a handwritten note says “Boston Globe, Jan 13, 1957.” The clipping has a small black-and-white photo of two people seated at a table in an interior setting. The visible headline reads something like “Society:” with subheads about society events. The caption describes a Lighthouse Party at Hugo’s in Cohasset to benefit the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, organized by Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lille, with Ruby Newman playing from 9 to 1. The article, written by Marjorie W. Sherman, also mentions Boston dignitaries traveling to Washington for the National Park Service and the Boston National Historic Site Commission. The page shows typical scrapbook glue marks and the overlapping margins of neighboring pages.

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This is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe dated January 23, 1957, pasted onto an album or scrapbook page.

Key details:

  • The article falls under the "Society" section.
  • The main headline mentions "Hub Historic E..." (possibly about historic events or efforts in Boston).
  • A photograph accompanies the article, showing two women seated and appearing to discuss or review something. The caption specifies the photograph is related to a "Lighthouse Party" at Hugo's in Cohasset, benefiting the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis. It highlights Mrs. Joseph Eaton and Mrs. Richard Lillie checking over reservations.
  • The text details social events involving prominent Bostonians, including invitations tied to the Boston National Historic Sites Commission, with community and historical preservation efforts being notable themes.
  • At the bottom, there is a brief mention of "box holders" for an event.

The page is aged, showing yellowing consistent with old newsprint and scrapbook storage.