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The image appears to be a page from an old book or a newsletter, seemingly from the Harvard Foundation Newsletter dated September 30, 1957. The page is titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" and discusses various events and personnel related to the museum.

• Top Section: It mentions Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., who is on sabbatical leave to study Graeco-Roman art in relation to classic art in India. It also notes that Professor Millard Meiss, the Curator of Paintings at the Fogg Art Museum, has published a book titled "Andrea Mantegna as Illuminator." There is another note about a special loan exhibition of "Modern Painting, Drawing, and Sculpture Collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr."

• Middle Section: It announces the appointment of Cornelius C. Vermuele, III, to the position of Curator of the Classical Department at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, effective October 1st. The Fogg Art Museum is set to open its first large exhibition of the year, featuring treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library.

• Bottom Section: There are two newspaper clippings. The first, from the "Herald Tribune," dates back to November 8, 1957, and celebrates Harvard's music department and the Fogg Museum honoring the Naumburg family's 25th anniversary of the dedication of the Museum's Naumburg Wing. The second, from the "Boston Herald" dated November 9, 1957, is titled "Harvard Tea, Concert Honors the Naumburgs," detailing a tea and concert event held to honor the Naumburg family's contributions to Harvard.

The book itself appears aged, with yellowed pages and some wear and tear, suggesting it is a historical document.

This image showcases a page from a scrapbook or archive containing various clippings and printed materials related to Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum. The page includes:

1. Top Section: A printed newsletter titled "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, September 30, 1957." The text discusses updates from the Fogg Art Museum, including:

   • Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., on sabbatical leave to study Graeco-Roman art in India and lecture at the University of Rome.
   • Professor Millard Meiss's book publication on Andrea Mantegna.
   • A special loan exhibition of modern paintings, drawings, and sculptures collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.
   • Cornelius C. Vermeule's appointment as Curator of the Classical Department at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
   • Upcoming exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including the "Fiftieth Anniversary Exhibition of Treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library."

2. Middle Left Section: A newspaper clipping titled "Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts," dated November 8. It details the Naumburg family's contributions to Harvard University and the Fogg Museum, celebrating the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Naumburg Wing dedication.

3. Middle Right Section: Another newspaper clipping titled "Harvard Tea, Concert Honors the Naumburgs," dated November 9, 1957. It describes an event honoring the Naumburg family's generosity, including a tea and a concert of works by Walter Piston.

4. Bottom Left Section: A small clipping titled "Rep. Saund in Saigon," dated November 8. It reports on the arrival of Representative D. S. Saund in Saigon, South Vietnam, as part of his trip around the world to study the American foreign aid program.

The page appears to be part of a larger collection, likely used for documenting and preserving information about Harvard University and its activities during the 1950s. The materials are neatly arranged, with some minor wear and tear visible on the edges of the clippings.

This image displays a page from a scrapbook or archival album, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings and a typed newsletter page. The page appears to be from the late 1950s, documenting cultural and academic news related to Harvard University and its affiliated institutions, primarily the Fogg Art Museum.

The primary document, prominently placed at the top, is Page 6 of the Harvard Foundation Newsletter dated September 30, 1957.

It contains several announcements:

• Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., Curator of Oriental Art at the Fogg, is on sabbatical (1957–58) to study Graeco-Roman art in India, funded by Fulbright and Guggenheim fellowships. He will also lecture at the University of Rome.
• Professor Millard Meiss, Curator of Paintings, published a book titled Andrea Mantegna as Illuminator.
• A special loan exhibition of “Modern Painting, Drawing and Sculpture Collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.” of St. Louis has been on view at the Fogg.
• Cornelius C. Vermeule, III (A.B. 1949, A.M. 1950, Ph.D. 1952, University of London) — formerly a volunteer and Keeper of Coins at the Fogg — has been appointed Curator of the Classical Department at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, effective October 1st.
• The Fogg will open its “Fiftieth Anniversary Exhibition of Treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library” to Friends of the Fogg on November 22nd, open to the public November 23rd–January 4th. (The Fogg is noted as the only New England museum to show this collection.)
• Professor George M. A. Hanfmann, Keeper of Classical Art and Professor of Fine Arts, has returned from a sabbatical year spent mainly in Greece and Turkey.

Below the newsletter are three newspaper clippings, primarily from November 1957, focused on the Naumburg family’s gifts to Harvard:

1. “Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts” — Special to The Herald Tribune, Cambridge, Mass., Nov. 8, 1957. Announces a tea and concert in the Naumburg Wing to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its dedication, honoring the Naumburg family’s generosity to Harvard’s music department and Fogg Museum. Details the family’s long-standing contributions since 1911, including fellowships and the Naumburg Musical Fund.

2. “Harvard Tea, Concert Honors the Naumburgs” — From the Boston Herald, Nov. 9, 1957. Reiterates the event with similar details and notes that Walter W. Naumburg, Professor of Music, played, accompanied by the Boston Symphony.

3. A smaller, slightly torn clipping titled “Rep. Saund in Saigon” (N.Y. Tribune, Nov. 9, 1957) — unrelated to the arts focus — notes that Representative Dalip Singh Saund (D-Calif.) arrived in Saigon after a trip around the world, studying American foreign aid programs.

The layout suggests a carefully assembled archive, likely compiled by someone connected to the Fogg Art Museum or Harvard’s art and music departments, to document institutional milestones, staff changes, and major donations. The clippings are adhered directly to the page of what appears to be a red-bound scrapbook or journal, with visible wear, stains, and tape residue along the top edge, indicating age and use.

Overall, the image provides a rich snapshot of Harvard’s cultural life in 1957, centered on the Fogg Art Museum, its leadership, exhibitions, and benefactors like the Naumburg family.

The image shows an open book, probably a newsletter, with several pieces of paper clipped to the pages. The newsletter is titled "Harvard Foundation Newsletter" and is dated September 30, 1957. The newsletter contains various articles and announcements related to Harvard University. One article discusses the Fogg Art Museum, mentioning the departure of Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., and the appointment of Cornelius C. Vermeule III as the Curator of the Classical Department. Another article highlights the Harvard Tea Concert, which honored the Naumburg family's contributions to the university. The book also includes a clipping from the "Herald Tribune" about the Naumburg family's generosity and a concert by Walter Piston. The newsletter seems to be a compilation of news and events from Harvard University during that time.

The image shows a page from a newsletter or magazine with several articles. The top article is titled "Harvard Foundation Newsletter, September 30, 1957." It mentions that Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., the curator of Oriental Art at the Fogg Art Museum, is on sabbatical leave to study Greco-Roman art in India. Another article mentions that Professor Millard Meiss, the curator of paintings, published a book about modern painting, drawing, and sculpture. The museum will also exhibit a collection of treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library. The bottom article is about the Naumburg family's contribution to Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum, followed by a tea ceremony and concert. The last article is about a representative from South Vietnam visiting Harvard University.

The image depicts a page from a newsletter titled "Harvard Foundation Newsletter," dated September 30, 1957. The page appears to be from a bound collection, likely a scrapbook or archive, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages. The content of the page is primarily textual, with several news articles and updates related to Harvard University and its affiliated institutions.

Key Details in the Image:

1. Header and Title:

   • The top of the page prominently displays the newsletter's title: "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, September 30, 1957."
   • The page number is indicated as 6 at the top left corner.

2. Main Text Content:

   • The main body of the page contains several articles or announcements:
     • Fogg Art Museum: Discusses Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., who is the Curator of Oriental Art at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions his sabbatical leave, awards, and upcoming lectures on American art at the University of Rome.
     • Professor Romare Meiss: Notes the publication of a book by Professor Romare Meiss, the Fogg's Curator of Paintings, titled Andrea Mantenga as Illuminator.
     • Exhibition of Modern Painting: Highlights a special exhibition of modern painting, drawing, and sculpture collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr., at the Fogg Museum.
     • Cornelius C. Vermeule, III: Announces his appointment as Keeper of Coins at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
     • Fogg's Anniversary Exhibition: Describes the Fogg's first large exhibition of the year, a special preview on November 22nd, featuring treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library, including manuscripts, early printed books, bindings, and master drawings.

3. Additional Articles:

   • Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts: A news article from the Boston Herald dated November 9, 1957, detailing Harvard's recognition of the Naumburg family's generosity. It mentions a concert honoring the Naumburgs, their contributions to the university's music department, and their establishment of fellowships.
   • Rep. Saund in Saigon: A brief note about Representative Augustina Saund, who arrived in Saigon as part of a study program related to the American foreign aid program.

4. Visual Elements:

   • The page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear, typical of historical documents.
   • There are handwritten annotations or markings on the page, including a note at the bottom right corner that reads "N.Y. Tribune Nov. 9, 1957", suggesting the source of some of the content.
   • The page is part of a larger bound volume, as indicated by the visible spine and adjacent pages on either side.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a snapshot of mid-20th-century academic and cultural life at Harvard University, highlighting key events, appointments, and contributions to the arts and sciences. The newsletter serves as a historical record, documenting institutional activities, faculty achievements, and notable donations. The physical condition of the page and its annotations suggest it is part of an archival or scrapbook collection, preserving these historical moments for future reference.

This image shows an open newsletter or publication with text detailing various updates or news items. The header reads "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, September 30, 1957" which indicates that the content is related to activities or announcements from the Harvard Foundation dated from late September 1957.

The left column contains a news update or article about the Fogg Art Museum and mentions a Professor Benjamin Rowland, Jr., who was on sabbatical leave for the academic year 1957-58 and had received Fulbright and Guggenheim fellowships. The article also talks about a Curator of Paintings who published by the Columbia University Press and mentions the exhibition of "Modern Painting, Drawing and Sculpture" collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer, Jr.

The right column has two news clippings. The upper clipping starts with "Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts" and is a special to the Herald Tribune. It talks about a family's generosity towards Harvard's music department and the Fogg Museum with an anniversary of the dedication of the Naumburg Wing. The lower clipping seems to be a continuation of another article or an entirely different piece, discussing a "Rep. Sound in Saigon".

The newsprint is aged with some discoloration, and there's a handwritten note on the right corner of the right clipping with a date "Nov 9, 1957". The pages are bound in a folder or book with tabs on the front page that categorize each section or part of the document.

This image shows a page from a historical newsletter or scrapbook. The headline at the top reads "HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, September 30, 1957." The main text discusses events, initiatives, and personnel updates related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, including exhibitions, the activities of scholars, and a sabbatical for Professor Benjamin Rowland Jr., along with recognition of Cornelius C. Vermeule III's new appointment.

Below the main article, there are two clipped newspaper articles and a handwritten note:

1. Left clipping:

   • The headline reads "Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts."
   • It mentions the Naumburg family’s contributions to Harvard University, particularly toward its Museum and Niarchos Wing, and celebrates their support for the arts.

2. Right clipping:

   • The headline reads "Harvard Tea, Concert Honors the Naumburgs."
   • It highlights a concert and tea hosted by Harvard’s Music Department and the Fogg Art Museum to honor the Naumburg family’s contribution to the University.

Handwritten notes, including dates ("Nov. 29, 1957" and "Boston Herald, Sunday, Nov. 1955"), are visible near the clippings, indicating when they were published.

The page is presented neatly, likely preserved in a collection or archive.

A page from an old scrapbook or album. It shows aged, yellowed paper with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. At the top is a heading that reads “HARVARD FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER, September 30, 1957” in red. Below are blocks of text about the Fogg Art Museum, its staff, and upcoming exhibitions. On the lower half are two vertical clippings about the Naumburg gifts and a Harvard tea/concert honoring the Naumburg family, plus a small clipping about Rep. Saund in Saigon. The page is part of a bound book, with the edges of the pages browned and slightly torn.

The image shows a page from the "Harvard Foundation Newsletter" dated September 30, 1957, along with two attached newspaper clippings.

The newsletter section discusses various updates and events related to the Fogg Art Museum, including:

• Professor Benjamin Rowland Jr., Curator of Oriental Art, on sabbatical leave for the academic year 1957-58 to study Graeco-Roman art and lecture on American art at the University of Rome.
• Professor Millard Meiss, Curator of Paintings, publishing a book about Andrea Mantegna as an illuminator.
• A special loan exhibition of modern painting, drawing, and sculpture collected by Louise and Joseph Pulitzer Jr. on view at the Fogg.
• Cornelius C. Vermeule appointed as Keeper of Coins, taking a position at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts starting October 1.
• A preview of the "Fiftieth Anniversary Exhibition of Treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library" opening on November 23 and continuing until January 4.
• Professor George M. A. Hanfmann returning after a sabbatical year in Greece and Turkey.

The first newspaper clipping, titled "Harvard Hails Naumburg Gifts" from the N.Y. Tribune dated November 9, 1957, highlights:

• The Naumburg family's generous gift to Harvard's music department and the Fogg Museum.
• The 25th-anniversary dedication of the Museum's Naumburg Wing attended by family members and guests.
• Background on the Naumburg family's contributions to music, including fellowships and funds established for graduate students and professors.
• A brief note about Representative D. S. Saund arriving in Saigon.

The second newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, also dated November 9, 1957, titled "Harvard Tea, Concert Honors the Naumburgs," mentions:

• An event hosted by the Music Department of Harvard University and the Fogg Art Museum honoring the Naumburg family.
• The Naumburg family's long-standing contributions to Harvard since 1911.
• A tea for members of the Naumburg family and guests held at the Fogg Museum, with a concert performed by Walter W. Naumburg, Professor of Music, and Walter Piston, Professor of Music and member of the Boston Symphony.

Overall, the page documents significant academic and cultural events at Harvard, especially focusing on the contributions of the Naumburg family to the arts.