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The image shows a page from the "Boston Traveler" newspaper dated May 14, 1959. The main headline reads "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week!" The article is written by Maggie Wells for the Society section.
The article discusses how Bostonians are shifting their big party nights from weekends to mid-week, specifically mentioning Wednesday as the new exciting night. It highlights several social events happening on Wednesday evening, including a preview of an art exhibition at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition, titled "Modern Painting, Drawing, and Sculpture," features works by artists such as Bernard Chaet and Joseph Pulitzer Jr.
The article also mentions various socialites and notable figures who will be attending different events. For instance, Mr. and Mrs. Pulitzer will travel from St. Louis for the exhibition opening, and Harvard President Nathan Pusey will host a dinner party. Other events include a cocktail party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Wade White and a dinner at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. Green Carter.
Additionally, the article lists several other individuals who will be attending these mid-week social events, including friends of the Fogg Museum, Dr. and Mrs. James Howard Means, Mr. and Mrs. John McAndrews, and Perry Rathbone.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Traveler" dated May 14, 1957. The headline of the article is "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week," and it is written by Maggie Wells of the Society section. The article discusses how Bostonians typically reserve big party nights for weekends, but an upcoming Wednesday night is anticipated to be as exciting as a Saturday night, socially speaking. It mentions that many socialites plan to attend a preview of an art exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum, with several parties scheduled before and after the event. The article lists various individuals and their plans, including Mrs. John Coolidge, Mrs. Nathan Pusey, and others who will host gatherings in connection with the art exhibition preview.
The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping titled "Boston Traveler" dated May 14, 1957. The article is written by Maggie Wells Society and is focused on the social scene, particularly the shift in party schedules to mid-week nights.
The article, headlined "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week," notes that while traditionally, Bostonians reserve big party nights for weekends, the week in question promises exciting social events on Wednesday nights. Several parties and events are mentioned:
Parties Before Art Exhibition: Scores of socialites are planning to attend a preview of an exciting loan exhibition at the Fogg Museum, with many parties planned to precede the show itself, titled "Modern Painting, Drawing and Sculpture Collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr."
High-Profile Attendees:
Other Notable Attendees:
The article highlights the social and cultural activities of the Boston elite, showcasing an intriguing shift in the social calendar to Wednesday nights for significant events.
The image shows a page from a scrapbook or an old book, containing a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Traveler" dated May 14, 1957. The headline of the article reads "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week," written by Maggie Wells Society.
The article discusses how Boston's social scene is moving to mid-week events rather than the traditional weekend parties. It mentions several notable parties planned for that week:
The article also notes that the Pulitzers will travel from St. Louis for the occasion. The names of several other individuals are mentioned in the context of these social events, highlighting the high-profile nature of the gatherings.
The image shows a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Traveler," dated May 14, 1957. The article is titled "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week!" and is written by Maggie Wells Society.
The article discusses how sensible people in Boston tend to save their social activities for weekends. However, this week is different, as Wednesday night is anticipated to be as exciting as Saturday nights, with many social events planned.
Key points mentioned in the article include:
The clipping is neatly pasted into what appears to be a scrapbook or a historical record book.
The image shows an old newspaper clipping from the "Boston Traveler," dated May 14, 1957. The headline of the article is "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week."
Here is a detailed summary of the content:
Article Title: Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week
Author: By Maggie Wells, Society
The article discusses a shift in the social habits of Bostonians, who typically reserve big party nights for weekends. However, during this particular week, Wednesday night is expected to be exceptionally busy, resembling a Saturday night in terms of social activities.
Events and Parties:
Art Exhibition Preview:
Scores of socialites are planning to attend a preview of a significant loan exhibition of modern art at the Institute of Contemporary Art. This event is noted to be so prominent that many parties are scheduled to precede it.
The preview is for an exhibition titled "Modern Painting, Drawing, and Sculpture Collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer."
Notable Guests:
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pulitzer are traveling from St. Louis specifically for this event. They will be entertained at a dinner hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Fogg Director John Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge.
Other Social Gatherings:
Additional Guests and Hosts:
Among the attendees and hosts mentioned are friends of the Fogg Museum, including Mr. and Mrs. Paul Sachs, Mr. and Mrs. James Howard Means, Mrs. Robert Steinert, John McAndrews, and the Perry Rathbones.
The article provides a glimpse into the social calendar of Boston's high society during the late 1950s, highlighting the cultural significance of the art exhibition and the related social events.
The image shows a scrapbook page with a clipped newspaper article pasted on it. The article is titled "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week" and is dated May 14, 1957, as handwritten at the top along with "Boston Traveler," indicating the newspaper source.
The article by Maggie Wells Society discusses a shift in Boston's social party nights from weekends to Wednesday night, highlighting an upcoming event at the Fogg Museum. It mentions socialites planning to attend a preview of an art exhibition titled "Modern Painting, Drawing and Sculpture," collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Pulitzer, who are traveling from St. Louis for the occasion.
The article also notes a dinner given by Fogg Director John Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge, with guests including Harvard President Nathan Pusey and Mrs. Pusey, members of the Ernest Angells of New York City, and others. It mentions cocktail parties and previews attended by notable individuals such as H. Wade White, Mrs. J. Green Carter, Dr. and Mrs. James Howard Means, Mrs. Robert Steinert, John McAndrews, and the Perry Rathbones.
The newspaper clipping edges and the scrapbook page show signs of aging with discoloration. The article is cut out somewhat unevenly and pasted neatly on a blank page within a scrapbook comprised of thick cream-colored pages.
The image shows a weathered, yellowed newspaper clipping from the "Boston Traveler" dated May 14, 1957. The article is titled "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week" and is written by Maggie Wells Society. It discusses a social trend among Bostonians where the larger party gatherings that were traditionally reserved for weekends have started to occur on weeknights, particularly Wednesday and Thursday evenings. It specifically notes an art exhibition as an event of interest and goes on to mention other upcoming events and notable guests expected to attend these events. The text is partially cut off, and there are stains or marks on the page that suggest age and wear. The clipping is pasted onto the left side of a larger, blank page in a book or album, which itself is somewhat worn and discolored.
The image shows an open book with a page titled "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week" by Maggie Wells Society. The page appears to be from a newspaper or magazine dated May 14, 1957, as indicated by a handwritten note at the top left corner. The content discusses social events and gatherings in Boston, highlighting a shift in party nights from weekends to mid-week. Key points from the text include:
Social Shift: The article notes that Bostonians typically reserve big party nights for weekends, but this week, Wednesday night is expected to be particularly exciting.
Parties and Events:
Guests and Attendees: The article lists several notable individuals expected to attend these events, including:
The page is part of a larger book or scrapbook, as indicated by the visible spine and additional pages on either side. The handwritten note at the top suggests this page may have been preserved or annotated for historical or personal significance. The overall tone and content reflect mid-20th-century social life and cultural events in Boston.
The image shows an open book with a page that contains a newspaper clipping. The clipping is from the "Boston Traveler" dated May 14, 1957. The headline reads "Party Scene Shifts To Mid-Week" and is written by Maggie Wells Society. The text discusses the shift in party scenes from weekends to mid-week, mentioning various social events and gatherings. The clipping is pasted on the page, and the surrounding area of the book page is blank.