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This image displays a single page from a scrapbook or press clipping album, featuring two newspaper cutouts from The New York Times, both dated Sunday, March 10, 1957.

Top Article:

Headline: “Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum”

Subhead: “Display of Modern Works to Be Held at the Knoedler”

Content Summary:
This article announces a preview exhibition of modern paintings, sculptures, and drawings collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr. The show will be held at the Knoedler Galleries, located at 14 East Fifty-seventh Street, on the evenings of April 9 and 10. The exhibition will be open to the public afterward through May 4, with proceeds benefiting the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University.

Governor and Mrs. Harriman are listed as honorary chairmen; Mrs. Ernest Angell is chairwoman, and Mrs. Howard J. Sachs is vice-chairwoman. The article lists numerous committee members and sponsors, including prominent society figures and members of the Rockefeller, Vanderbilt, and Astor families.

Photograph:
Accompanying the article is a black-and-white photo by Edward Owen showing two well-dressed women, identified in the caption as:

Mrs. John Pierrepont, left, and Mrs. Vincent Astor, committee members, discuss plans for preview showing April 9 and 10 of art collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr.

The women are smiling and engaged in conversation, with Mrs. Pierrepont holding what appears to be a document or catalog.

Bottom Article:

Section Title: “Town & Country”

Subhead: “BENEFITS IN APRIL 1957”

This section reprints the same photograph as above, with a slightly expanded caption:

Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor discuss plans for a preview showing at the Knoedler Gallery of the modern art collection of Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr., on April 9. The preview subscription will benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Photographer Credit: Edward Owen (same as above)

Overall Layout & Context:

• The page is from an album; the edges of other pages are visible to the left.
• The upper clipping is mounted with a strip of brown tape across the top.
• Both clips reference the same event, with the “Town & Country” section likely being a feature or society column that reprinted or highlighted the main article.
• The photo appears to be identical in both clippings — likely one was published as an “inside” photo while the other served as an “outside” or syndicated version.

This page serves as historical documentation of a high-society cultural fundraiser for Harvard’s Fogg Museum, highlighting the involvement of elite philanthropists in promoting modern art in mid-20th century New York.

The image is a scanned page from a newspaper, specifically The New York Times, dated Sunday, March 10, 1957. The headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum," with a subheading "Display of Modern Works to Be Held at the Knoedler." The article details an upcoming exhibition of modern painting, sculpture, and drawing collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. The exhibition is set to take place at the Knoedler Galleries, 14 East Fifty-seventh Street.

The article provides information about the committee members, including Mrs. John Pierrepont, Mrs. Vincent Astor, Mrs. Nathaniel T. Winthrop, and others, and the sponsors involved in the event. It is mentioned that the exhibition will benefit the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University and that tickets may be obtained at the Knoedler Galleries.

Two photographs are included in the article. The top photograph shows Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor, committee members, discussing plans for the preview showing on April 9 and 10. The bottom photograph shows Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor again, discussing plans for a preview showing at the Knoedler Gallery of the modern art collection of Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr., on April 9. Both photographs are credited to Edward Ozern.

The page is part of a scrapbook, as indicated by the red edges of the pages and the fact that it is torn from the original newspaper.

This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The main article is from "The New York Times," dated Sunday, March 10, 1957. The headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum," and it discusses a display of modern works to be held at the Knoedler Galleries, 14 East Fifty-seventh Street. The article mentions that the exhibition will benefit the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University and provides details about the preview showings on April 9 and 10, along with the names of the honorary chairmen and committee members.

There is a photograph accompanying the article, credited to Edward Ozern, showing two women identified as Mrs. John Pierrepont (left) and Mrs. Vincent Astor, who are committee members discussing plans for the preview showing. The caption under the photo states that they are discussing plans for the preview showing on April 9 and 10 of art collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr.

Below this article, there is another clipping titled "Benefits in April 1957" from "Town & Country," which appears to be a continuation of the same topic, showing the same photograph of Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor discussing plans for the preview showing at the Knoedler Gallery. The caption reiterates the details about the preview subscription benefiting the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

A newspaper clipping with the title "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum" is placed on a book. The clipping is from The New York Times, Sunday, March 10, 1957. The clipping is about an art show that will be held at the Knoedler Galleries. The show will feature modern works of art and will benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article includes a photograph of two women, possibly the organizers of the event, and a list of committee members.

The image is a newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Sunday, March 10, 1957. The headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum." The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of two women, Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor, discussing plans for a modern art collection preview at the Knoedler Gallery. The preview, which will be held on April 9 and 10, is a benefit for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article mentions that the exhibition will include modern paintings, sculptures, and drawings collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. The clipping also lists the committee members who will be serving on the committee for the preview showing.

The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The New York Times, Sunday, March 10, 1957", featuring an article about an upcoming art show. The headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum", indicating that the event is intended to benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Event Overview:

   • The article announces a display of modern works to be held at the Knoodier Galleries on East Fifty-seventh Street in New York City.
   • The show will feature a preview on the evenings of April 9 and 10, followed by a public exhibition open from April 4 to May 4.
   • The exhibition is organized by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. and is intended to benefit the Fogg Art Museum.

2. Preview and Sponsorship:

   • The preview is chaired by Honor M. Hartman, with Mrs. Ernest Angell serving as chairman, and Mrs. Howard J. Sachs as vice-chairman.
   • Tickets for the preview can be obtained at the Knoedier Galleries.

3. Committee Members:

   • The article lists numerous committee members, including prominent figures such as Mrs. John Pierrepont, Mrs. Vincent Astor, Mrs. Nathaniel T. Winthrop, Mrs. Ronald Tree, Mrs. Edward M. M. Chadwick, Mrs. Donald S. Stralem, Mrs. Walter Maynard, Mrs. Thomas S. Lamont, Mrs. Arthur A. Houghton Jr., Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer Jr., Mrs. Arthur D. Devaux C. Jr., Mrs. James B. Milliken, Mrs. Marion T. Tweed, Mrs. Edwin S. Webster Jr., Mrs. Walter N. Rothschild, Mrs. Frederick M. Warburg, Mr. and Mrs. John H. C. Pell, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick S. Copp, Mr. and Mrs. Henry Ittelson Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Eli Whitney Debevoise, Mr. and Mrs. Walter S. Gifford, Mr. and Mrs. Austen Belmont, Mrs. John Barry Ryan, Mrs. Sheldon Whitehouse, Mrs. Howard S. Cullman, Mr. and Mrs. Laurence S. Rockefeller, Mrs. Channece L. Waddell, Mrs. Bruce, Mrs. James Snowden, and others.

4. Photographs:

   • The article includes two photographs:
     • The top photograph shows Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor discussing plans for the preview showing, dated April 9 and 10, of the modern art collection by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. The preview subscription will benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
     • The bottom photograph is labeled "BENEFITS IN APRIL 1957" and shows two women, likely Mrs. Pierrepont and Mrs. Astor, engaged in conversation.

Layout and Design:

• The page is part of a newspaper, with a clean, classic layout typical of mid-20th-century print media.
• The headline is prominently displayed at the top, followed by the article text and accompanying photographs.
• The photographs are credited to Edward Otran, as indicated in the captions.

Context:

• The event highlights the intersection of art, philanthropy, and social engagement, with notable figures from New York society participating in the planning and support of the exhibition.
• The focus on modern art and the involvement of the Fogg Art Museum underscores the cultural significance of the event.

Overall, the image captures a historical moment in New York’s art and social scene, showcasing the collaborative efforts of prominent individuals to support the arts through a benefit exhibition.

This image appears to be a photograph of a vintage newspaper clipping from The New York Times, dated Sunday, March 10, 1957. The primary article's headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum" and discusses an upcoming display of modern works at the Knoedler Galleries. Underneath the main headline, there's a section of the article visible which outlines various details about the exhibition and individuals involved with the artworks and museum.

Below this article, there is another section with the heading "BENEFITS IN APRIL T & Country." The article features two individuals sitting and engaging in what looks like a conversation. They are dressed in attire that looks typical of the 1950s fashion, which aligns with the era of the newspaper. However, the photograph within the newspaper has been altered to obscure the faces of these individuals.

The page appears to be part of a scrapbook or collection as indicated by multiple pages visible on the left side, suggesting that this clipping is one among several preserved items.

This image features a scrapbook page consisting of two clippings from newspapers or magazines. Both clippings highlight an event related to an art show held at the Knoedler Galleries in New York. The proceeds from this event were to benefit Harvard University's Fogg Art Museum.

1. Top Clipping:

   • This is from The New York Times, dated Sunday, March 10, 1957.
   • The headline reads: "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum."
   • The article describes the upcoming art exhibition featuring modern works collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. It announces the event's honorary chairmen, details about the ticket availability, and notable sponsors.
   • A photograph accompanies the article, showing two women in conversation, likely discussing the event. Their faces are partially obscured.

2. Bottom Clipping:

   • The second clipping seems to be from Town & Country, dated April 1957.
   • It also features a photo of the same two women, seemingly posed for a different moment.
   • The caption highlights Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor discussing plans for the event. It reiterates that it is a preview showing of art collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. to benefit the Fogg Museum.

The scrapbook page has a vintage aesthetic, with visible edges of a book or album, and the clippings are pasted securely onto the page.

The image shows a scrapbook page containing two newspaper clippings related to an art show benefiting the Fogg Art Museum.

1. The top clipping is from The New York Times dated Sunday, March 10, 1957. The headline reads "Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum" with a subtitle "Display of Modern Works to Be Held at the Knoedler." The article discusses an art show featuring modern paintings, sculptures, and drawings collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. The event is scheduled for the evenings of April 9 and 10 and will benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article lists honorary chairmen, committee members, and mentions that tickets can be obtained at the Knoedler Galleries.

There is a black-and-white photograph included in the clipping showing two women identified as Mrs. John Pierrepont (left) and Mrs. Vincent Astor, both committee members, discussing plans for the preview.

2. The bottom clipping is from "Town & Country" magazine, titled "BENEFITS IN APRIL," with the handwritten year "1957" added. This clipping also features a black-and-white photograph of the same two women, Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Astor, sitting and discussing plans for the preview showing at the Knoedler Gallery of the modern art collection of Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. The preview subscription will benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Both clippings emphasize the charitable preview of modern art collections to support the museum, highlighting the involvement of prominent society women in organizing the event.

This is a page from a scrapbook showing two clippings about a 1957 art-event to benefit the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

• Top clipping: From The New York Times, Sunday, March 10, 1957, with the headline “Art Show Will Aid Fogg Museum.” The article describes a display of modern works to be held at the Knoedler Galleries (New York) and includes a black-and-white photo of two women with their faces obscured by dark blocks, apparently discussing papers or a document.

• Bottom clipping: Titled “BENEFITS IN APRIL 1957” (Town & Country style), featuring another black-and-white photo of two women seated together, both wearing hats. The caption references Mrs. John Pierrepont and Mrs. Vincent Aster discussing plans for a preview showing at the Knoedler Gallery for the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

• The page is cream-colored with red binding on the left; the photos have been partially cropped and the faces are masked with blocks. The layout resembles a mid-20th-century scrapbook entry.