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The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe" dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The headline of the article is "Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S." and it is written by Marjorie W. Sherman. The article discusses the International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball, an annual event that honors newcomers to America. The ball is scheduled for Friday, March 1, at the Statler Hotel, with grand march and dancing to the music of George Wright Briggs and his orchestra. The event is chaired by Mrs. David M. Little, and the decorations are designed by Mrs. D'Amory W. Anthony. The article lists various committee members and supporters, such as Mrs. John D. Ferris, Mrs. Robert G. Neely, and Mrs. Charles H. Ford, among others. The article also mentions a play called "Racketty-Packetty House" to be presented by the Children's Theater and an event at the Fogg Museum. The clipping is preserved between two pages of a book.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Daily Globe dated February 12, 1957. The article focuses on the Mardi Gras Ball scheduled for March 1, which honors newcomers to the United States.

Key points from the article include:

1. Mardi Gras Ball Tradition:

   • The International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball is a 20-year tradition that annually honors new immigrants.
   • The ball will be held at the Statler's grand ballroom.

2. Event Details:

   • The event will feature colorful costumes and a water show.
   • There will be a special section for newcomers who wish to dance.
   • Subscribers interested in participating are encouraged to bring their guests.

3. Committee Members:

   • A list of individuals who serve on the committee for the event is provided, including:
     • Frank Diadul, Mrs. Edward Favre, Mrs. Rose Collins, Mr. John Dembski, Mrs. Henry Slocum, Mrs. Anthony J. D'Amico, Mr. David M. Little, Mrs. George W. Nourse, Mrs. David G. Neely, Mr. and Mrs. Frank J. Kaufman, Mr. Philip Lane, and Mrs. Jasper.

4. Other Activities:

   • A mention of a boy’s play, "Rackety-Packety House," which will be performed in the Children's Theater at the New England Mutual Hall.
   • The Consuls General of France, Italy, and Germany will be honored at a reception on February 14 at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

5. Additional Details:

   • The article also lists various individuals and organizations involved in the event, including the directors, directors of the drama department, and other related staff members.

The article aims to inform the public about the upcoming event, its significance, and the various people and organizations contributing to it.

The image is a scanned page from the Boston Daily Globe dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The page includes two distinct articles.

1. Main Article: "Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S."

   • Author: Marjorie W. Sherman
   • Summary: The article discusses the annual Mardi Gras Ball hosted by the International Institute, which celebrates new immigrants to the United States. The event is scheduled for March 1st and will take place in the Red Feather Room at the Statler's grand ballroom.
   • Details: The ball features floor tables for dancing and a costume contest with colorful attire for women and men. The event is aimed at honoring newcomers and providing a social gathering for them. The article lists several individuals who are serving on the committee, including Frank Dziadul, Mrs. Rose Collins, Edward Favre, Mrs. David M. Little, and others.
   • Support: The Institute is aided in its efforts by various people and organizations, including the American Red Cross, the Red Feather Club, and others.
   • Supporters: The list includes names like Mrs. George Wright Briggs, Mrs. Charles H. Ford, and several other individuals and organizations.

2. Side Article: "A Boy's Play Which Also Has Appealed Consistently to Girls is 'Racketty-Packety House'."

   • Summary: This article discusses a children's play, "Racketty-Packety House," which is to be presented in New England Mutual Hall, Massachusetts, on February 14th. The play was written by Marjorie Auten in response to a request from her son.
   • Details: The play will be presented on Saturday at 2:30 PM by the Red Feather Club. The article lists several notable guests and consuls, including the Consuls General of France, Italy, and Germany, and their spouses. It also mentions various other guests such as Mr. and Mrs. Albert C. Tilcomb, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Russell, and others.
   • Reception: The reception will be directed by Mrs. W. Bryant White, with various individuals and groups involved in the arrangements and performances, such as the Boston Chapter of the Ballet Theater Foundation.

The page includes a list of attendees and important figures, indicating a well-attended and significant event.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The article is titled "Society: Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S." and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses the International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball, scheduled for Friday, March 1, at the Red Feathers, which will feature floor tables for those who wish to dance. The event is a 20-year-old tradition that honors new Americans. The ball will include colorful costumes and entertainment.

The event is organized by the International Institute, with Mrs. Marjorie G. Palmer as chairwoman and Mrs. M. G. Statler as co-chairwoman. The committee includes several other prominent women, such as Mrs. Edward Favre, Mrs. Rose Collins, Mrs. John Dembski, Mrs. Henry Miller, Mrs. Kaufman, Mrs. Philip Lane, Mrs. Jasper White, and others.

The article also mentions a play titled "Rackety-Packety House," which will be performed by the Children’s Theatre Company in New England Mutual Hall. The play is based on a story written by Mrs. Palmer in response to her son's request for a play about boys.

The clipping also lists the Consuls General of France, the Netherlands, Canada, Italy, and Germany, who will be honored at the ball. The reception will be held in Warburg Hall and will include distinguished guests such as Consul General de Pampelonne, Consul General Hebert, and several other consuls and their spouses.

The article concludes with a list of other notable attendees and the director of the play, Mrs. Coolidge, along with members of the Boston Chapter of the Ballet Theatre Foundation.

The image is a clipping from the "Boston Daily Globe" dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The main article is titled "Mardi Gras Ball March 1: Society Honors Newcomers to U.S." and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

Summary of the Article:

Mardi Gras Ball Event:

• The International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball is scheduled for Friday, March 1. This event follows a 20-year tradition of welcoming newcomers to America.
• The Red Feather, the ball's sponsor, features floor tables for those who wish to dine, with boxes available for subscribers.
• The ball will take place in the Statler's grand ballroom.

Committee and Volunteers:

• The ball is organized by a committee led by Mrs. David M. Little, Jr., with Mrs. George Wright Briggs serving as honorary chairman.
• Various volunteers are helping with different tasks, including:
  • Decorating: Mrs. Francis W. Hatch, Mrs. Albert C. Iteney, Mrs. Philip Olson, Mrs. Theodore Sanborn, Mrs. John A. Whiton.
  • Patronesses: A long list of women including Mrs. Edwin H. Brown, Mrs. Robert G. Ney, Mrs. John F. Day, Mrs. Michael Deresh, and many others.
  • Hostesses: Mrs. John H. Sherwood, Mrs. Arthur L. Coburn, Mrs. Philip H. Smith, Mrs. Robert F. Bradford, Mrs. Paul J. Sachs, among others.
  • Additional volunteers handling various tasks: Mrs. John D. Storer, Mrs. Robert W. Adams, Mrs. George A. Sargent, Mrs. Francis B. Sears, and others.

Cultural Note:

• A side note mentions a boy's play that has consistently attracted children, titled "Rackety-Packetty House," which is next in the series of Children's Theater offerings.

Consuls General of Various Countries:

• The article lists the consuls general from several countries who attended a recent gala event at the New England Mutual Life Insurance building. These include representatives from The Netherlands, Canada, Italy, Germany, France, Finland, Denmark, and others. The gala was a benefit for the American Theatre Wing's hospital fund.

Event Details:

• The article provides details about the upcoming Mardi Gras Ball, including the roles of different committee members and patrons:
  • Consul General of France and his wife hosted the event.
  • Miss Ruth Emerson will present the President of the Radcliffe Dance Group, Miss Aimee Ernstoff.
  • The event will feature a reception line including distinguished guests such as the consuls and their wives, and members of the Ballet Theatre.

The event appears to be a significant social gathering aimed at integrating newcomers into American society and celebrating cultural diversity.

The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Daily Globe, dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The article is titled "Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S." and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses a 20-year tradition of the International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball, scheduled for Friday, March 1, 1957. The event, held at the Statler Hotel, features floor tables for guests who prefer to watch the colorful costumes and cosmopolitan floor show. The ball aims to honor newcomers to the United States and raise funds for the Institute's work in aiding new Americans.

Notable attendees and participants include Mr. and Mrs. David M. Little, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Fayre, Mrs. Rose Collins, and others. The ball committee includes Mrs. Joseph P. Kennedy, Mrs. David M. Little, Mrs. William Slay, and others. The article also mentions a boy's play, "Basket-Press," written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, to be presented by the Children's Theater.

Additionally, the article reports on a reception hosted by the Consuls General of France, Italy, and Germany at the Fogg Museum, honoring the founder of the American Ballet Theatre, Richard Pleasant. The reception was attended by various dignitaries and members of the ballet company.

The text concludes with a list of attendees at the reception, including the Consuls General of France, Italy, and Germany, as well as other notable guests.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The headline reads "Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S." The article is written by Marjorie W. Sherman and discusses a 20-year tradition of the International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball, scheduled for Friday, March 1, at the Statler’s grand ballroom. The event honors newcomers to America and features colorful costumes, cosmopolitan floor shows, and dancing, with proceeds benefiting the Institute's work.

The article lists numerous individuals involved in organizing and participating in the event. It also mentions a boy's play titled "Rackety-Packetty House" to be performed on March 2.

Additionally, the article highlights a reception to be held at the Fogg Museum on February 14 in honor of Miss Lucia Chase, founder of the American Ballet Theater, with attendance from various consuls general from multiple countries and other distinguished guests.

The text is printed in black on yellowed, aged newspaper paper, pasted onto a blank page, likely from a scrapbook or collection of clippings. The page shows minor aging and damage at the edges.

The image shows an open newspaper page from "The Boston Daily Globe" dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The visible section features an article under the heading "Society:" with a subheading "Mardi Gras Ball March 1 Honors Newcomers to U.S." By MARJORIE W. SHERMAN. The article discusses a 20-year tradition, the Mardi Gras Ball, held at the Red Feather Ball each year on the first Friday in March, intended to honor newcomers to the U.S. It mentions that the event features floor leaders skilled in various dances and exotic costumes to match the international theme of the ball. There are mentions of specific names of people, titles, and positions alongside the planning details of the event.

The newspaper is visibly aged with slight discoloration and fraying at the edges, which is consistent with the paper's date. The page is part of a bound volume of newspaper issues, as indicated by the bindings seen on the left edge of the image.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe," dated Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The clipping is part of a larger newspaper page and is positioned on the right side of the page. The clipping is titled "Mardi Gras Ball Honors Newcomers to U.S." and is authored by Marjorie W. Sherman. The text is written in a serif font, typical of newspaper typography of the time.

The content of the clipping describes an event organized by the International Institute of Boston, which is celebrating its 20th year by honoring newcomers to the United States with a Mardi Gras Ball. The ball is scheduled for Friday, March 1, and will take place at the Red Feather Hall. The event will feature a dance, floor tables, and a floor show, with the Mardi Gras theme being the central focus. The ball will also include the Institute's Strollers, a grand ballroom party, and proceeds from the event will aid the work of the International Institute.

The article lists several individuals who are involved in the organization of the ball, including the chairman, Mrs. David M. Little, and various committee members and their roles. It also mentions the Consuls General of France, the Netherlands, Canada, Italy, and Germany, who will be present at the event, and the Consul General of France, Mr. Pierre Chalmandrier, who will deliver the opening address.

The clipping also notes that the ball will feature a performance of "Racketty-Packetty House," a play written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, which will be performed by the children's theater of the Institute. The play is described as a "boys' request," indicating that it was chosen based on the preferences of the male participants.

The article concludes with a list of additional individuals involved in the event, including the director of the Red Feather Hall, the head of the Marston Ballet, and various committee members and their roles. The clipping is a historical document that provides insight into the social and cultural events of the time, as well as the efforts of the International Institute of Boston to support newcomers to the United States.

An open book page with text on it. The page is from the Boston Daily Globe, published on Tuesday, February 12, 1957. The text on the page is about the International Institute's Mardi Gras Ball, which honors newcomers to the area. The article mentions that the ball is scheduled for Friday, March 1, at the Red Feather House in New England. The article also lists the names of the people who will be honored at the event, including Mr. and Mrs. Frank Daisdalu, Mr. and Mrs. Edward Favre, Mr. and Mrs. Albert Johnson, and others.