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The image shows a page from a paper, likely a newspaper clipping, dated February 7, 1957, from the "Boston Traveler." The headline reads, "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" with a subtitle, "Lucia Chase To Speak." The article discusses a reception planned by Boston society to honor Lucia Chase, who is the co-director of the American Ballet Theater. The article mentions that Lucia Chase will give a talk about the company's recent European tour. It also mentions that the reception will feature exhibits by Degas, including a small collection of dancers drawn, painted, and sculpted by Edgar Degas, and sketches by 16 contemporary Parisian scenic designers. The article provides details about the event, including the location (Fogg Museum), the time (next Thursday afternoon), and the attendees who will be attending the reception. The page appears aged, with signs of wear and discoloration, indicating it may be from an older source.

This image shows a clipped newspaper article pasted onto a beige page in an older scrapbook. The article is from the "Boston Traveler," dated Thursday, February 7, 1957. The headline reads, "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director," and a subheading states, "Lucia Chase To Speak." The text is written by Maggie Wells, identified as a Society Editor.

The article discusses an upcoming event where Lucia Chase, co-director of the American Ballet Theater, would be honored at a reception. The event is planned by the Fogg Museum staff and includes a tea gathering and exhibits featuring art by Edgar Degas and contemporary Parisian scenic designers. The article mentions that John Coolidge, director of the Fogg, and his wife, along with other attendees, will help receive guests. The event also mentions a benefit for a cause related to Hungary and the involvement of a group called Friends of the Fogg.

The scrapbook page has a few other items partially visible, suggesting it contains more clippings or notes, but they are not fully shown in this image. The overall condition of the page and the article indicates that it is an older item, likely preserved for historical or personal significance.

This image displays a yellowed newspaper clipping, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957, from the Boston Traveler. The clipping is pasted onto a page in a scrapbook or album with a red cover, visible on the left edge. The page itself is aged, with a cream or light yellow tone.

The headline of the article reads:

Reception Will Honor Ballet Director

Beneath the headline, a sub-headline states:

Lucia Chase To Speak

The article is written by Maggie Wells, Society Editor. It announces a reception planned to honor Lucia Chase, co-director of the American Ballet Theater, who will be speaking at the event. The reception, scheduled for the following Thursday afternoon at the Fogg Museum (which will also host a four-day engagement by the Ballet Theater at the Opera House the next Wednesday night), is described as a “First Aid to Hungary benefit.”

The article further details that the Museum staff is planning suitable decor and preparing two exhibitions in honor of the Ballet Theater: one featuring a small collection of dancers drawn, painted, and sculpted by Edgar Degas, and another with sketches by 16 contemporary Parisian scenic designers.

Guests attending the reception will hear an informal talk by Miss Chase about the company’s recent European tour and then enjoy tea and sherry in Warburg Hall with ballet company members. The party is being planned by H. Wade White (a cousin of Miss Chase) and Anne V. Dorr, with help from John Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge. Friends of the Fogg and members of the opening night committee, as well as other prominent society figures such as Mrs. Carl A. Weyerhaeuser and Mrs. J. Wainwright, are also noted to be attending.

The clipping is slightly curled at the top right corner and appears to be adhered to the scrapbook page with tape or glue along the top edge. The bottom of the scrapbook page shows the edges of other pages beneath, indicating it is part of a larger collection.

The image shows a page from a newspaper with a news article about a reception that will honor a ballet director named Lucia Chase. The article is titled "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director Lucia Chase To Speak." The article is written by Maggie Wells, the society editor of the Boston Traveler, and it was published on Thursday, February 7, 1957. The article discusses the upcoming reception, which will feature two exhibitions honoring the Ballet Theater. The reception will also include an informal talk by Miss Chase, describing the company's recent European tour.

The image appears to be a page from an old newspaper. The top of the page reads "Boston Traveler, Thursday, Feb. 7, 1957." The main headline reads "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director." The article discusses a reception that will be held to honor Lucia Chase, the co-director of the American Ballet Theater. The reception will take place at the Fogg Museum the following day. The article mentions that the Museum staff is planning to open two exhibitions honoring the Ballet Director. It also mentions that there will be an informal talk by Miss Chase, describing the company's recent European tour. The article also mentions that there will be a small but choice collection of dancers' dresses, painted and sculpted by Edgar Degas. The other exhibition will include sketches by 16 contemporary Parisian scenic designers.

The image shows a page from a newspaper titled Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957. The page features a news article with the headline "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" and a subheading "Lucia Chase To Speak". The article is written by Maggie Wells, identified as the Society Editor.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Event Overview:

   • A reception is planned to honor Lucia Chase, the director of the American Ballet Theater.
   • The event is being organized by the Boston society to celebrate her recent European tour.

2. Context:

   • The article mentions that Boston society has enjoyed two ballets featuring Lucia Chase in recent weeks: "The New Charming Ladies" and "Ika, did her bit for the New England Farm and Garden Association."
   • Lucia Chase is also scheduled to speak at the Fogg Museum on Thursday, the day after the reception.

3. Reception Details:

   • The reception will take place at the museum, with a small but select group of attendees.
   • The museum staff is planning a suitable decor, and the event will feature a small but choice collection of dancers' sketches, drawings, and sculptures by Edgar Degas.
   • The collection includes two exhibitions honoring the Parisian scenic designers of the opening night members of the ballet company.

4. Guests and Attendees:

   • The reception will be attended by members of the ballet company, including Miss Chase, her cousin John Coolidge (director), and others such as Richard A. Ehrlich.
   • The article also mentions that the Fogg Museum will receive guests with the help and support of Mrs. Carl A. Weyershauser, Mrs. J. Wainwright, Elizabeth White, and Louisa Sprague.

5. Additional Information:

   • The article notes that the reception will include an informal talk by Miss Chase, describing the company's recent European tour.
   • After the talk, guests will enjoy tea and sherry in the Warburg Hall with members of the ballet company.

Visual Elements:

• The page appears to be part of a bound collection or scrapbook, as indicated by the red binding and the visible spine of the book on the left side.
• The text is printed in a standard newspaper font, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The overall condition of the page suggests it is a historical document, likely preserved for archival or research purposes.

This article provides insight into the cultural and social events of Boston in 1957, highlighting the significance of Lucia Chase and the American Ballet Theater in the local arts scene.

The image is a scanned newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957. The headline reads "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" and features a subheading "Lucia Chase To Speak." The article discusses an upcoming reception honoring Lucia Chase, the director of the Boston Ballet, and mentions that she will be speaking at the event.

• Newspaper Clipping
  • The clipping is from the Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957.
  • The headline reads "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" and features a subheading "Lucia Chase To Speak."
• Article Content
  • The article discusses an upcoming reception honoring Lucia Chase, the director of the Boston Ballet.
  • It mentions that she will be speaking at the event.
• Additional Information
  • The article also mentions that the reception will feature a collection of dancers drawn, painted, and sculpted by Edgar Degas.
  • The event is being planned by a committee including Miss Chase, Anne V. Dort, chairman of the opening night dance committee, and Mrs. Coolidge, director of the Fogg, and Mrs. Coolidge will help receive guests with the Chase-Gimbells and Mrs. Richard A. Emrich.

Overall, the image provides information about an upcoming event honoring Lucia Chase, the director of the Boston Ballet, and mentions that she will be speaking at the reception.

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957. The article is titled "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" and features a subheading that reads "Lucia Chase To Speak."

The clipping is attached to a page within a scrapbook or photo album, which has a red cover visible at the top and bottom of the image. The page itself appears to be made of off-white paper, with a slight yellowing around the edges of the clipping, indicating its age. The text within the clipping is written in black ink, providing clear readability despite the passage of time.

Overall, the image presents a nostalgic glimpse into the past, showcasing a historical event or announcement related to the ballet director Lucia Chase.

The image is a scanned page from a scrapbook, featuring a newspaper clipping about a reception honoring Lucia Chase, the co-director of the American Ballet Theater.

• The clipping is from the Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957.
  • The headline reads "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" in large font.
  • The subheading states "Lucia Chase To Speak".
  • The article discusses the upcoming reception at the Fogg Museum, which will honor Lucia Chase and feature a talk by her about her recent European tour.
  • The event is being planned by the museum staff, and will include a small but choice collection of dancers drawn, painted, and sculpted by Edgar Degas.
  • The article also mentions that the reception will be attended by friends of the Fogg and members of the opening night committee, a First Aid to Hungary benefit.
  • The party is being planned by H. Wade White, a cousin of Miss Chase, and Anne V. Dort, chairman of the opening night junior committee.
  • The article lists several other individuals who will be attending the reception, including Mrs. Carl A. Weyerhaeuser, Mrs. Wainwright, J. Wainwright, Elizabeth White, and Louisa Sprague.
• The clipping is pasted onto a page in a red scrapbook, with other pages visible underneath.
  • The page has a yellowed tone, indicating that it is old.
  • The clipping is centered on the page, with a significant amount of blank space around it.
  • The page appears to be part of a larger scrapbook or album, as there are other pages visible underneath.

The image provides a glimpse into the past, showcasing a newspaper clipping about a reception honoring Lucia Chase, a prominent figure in the ballet world. The clipping is well-preserved and provides interesting details about the event, including the date, location, and attendees.

The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler, dated Thursday, February 7, 1957. The article is titled "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director" and features a subheading that reads "Lucia Chase To Speak."

• Newspaper Clipping
  • The clipping is yellowed with age and has a rectangular shape.
  • It is placed on a page within an open book or scrapbook.
  • The page has a red cover and is filled with blank white paper.
• Article Title and Date
  • The title of the article is "Reception Will Honor Ballet Director."
  • The date of the article is Thursday, February 7, 1957.
• Article Content
  • The article discusses a reception to be held in honor of Lucia Chase, co-director of the American Ballet Theater.
  • The reception will feature a talk by Miss Chase, describing the company's recent European tour.
  • The event will include tea and sherry in Warding Hall with members of the ballet company.
  • The party is being planned by H. Wade White, a cousin of Miss Chase, and Anne V. Dott, chairman of the opening night junior committee.
  • Others on the welcoming committee include Mrs. Carl Join Coolidge, director of the Fogg, and Mrs. Coolidge will receive requests with the Chase Kimball and Mrs. Richard A. Ehrlich.
• Statistics
  • No specific statistics are presented in the article.

In summary, the image shows a vintage newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler, dated February 7, 1957, announcing a reception to honor Lucia Chase, co-director of the American Ballet Theater. The article provides details about the event, including the speaker, activities, and planning committee members.