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The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The headline of the article is "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday," written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

Summary of the Article:

Main Content:

• The treasured collections of J. Pierpont Morgan have arrived from New York for an exhibition at Harvard University. These collections, renowned for their historical and cultural value, will be displayed at the Fogg Art Museum.
• The exhibition will feature over 100 items, including rare manuscripts and printed books, some of which date back to the earliest printed works. Highlights include:
  • The Apocalypse from the 10th Century.
  • De Materia Medica by Dioscorides, a 15th-century manuscript.
  • The Persian Mongol school’s manuscript from the 14th Century.
  • The Northumberland Bestiary, an English manuscript from the 13th Century.
  • A Gutenberg Bible.
  • The Constance Missal.

Library Establishment:

• The Morgan family's four members and followers of the Pierpont Morgan Library established a foundation to support scholars and provide grants for specialized studies.

Toncray’s Ceremonies:

• Miss Louise Toncray will host a series of brief illustrated talks on the history of books and printing, focusing on items in the exhibition. The talks will occur on specific dates, given by various experts, including:
  • Victor Mildard Meiss on December 4.
  • Curt F. Bühler on December 11.
  • Meta Harrsen on December 18.
  • Miss Barbara Knowles on January 8.

Public Exhibition:

• The public exhibition will open on Friday, and the items will remain on display for several months.

Additional Events:

• There will be an evening preview for members of the Harvard Society on Thursday, November 21.

Side Column - "Hospital Benefit":

• An announcement for a benefit event for the Boston Floating Hospital is also mentioned. It includes:
  • A cocktail party at 46 Beacon Street on December 4.
  • A list of hostesses and patrons, including various prominent individuals and couples.
  • A notice about the annual bazaar and food sale, taking place on Thursday, December 5, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in the Union Copley Plaza.
  • The event will feature various stalls and activities, including a nursery school and a fashion show.

The article emphasizes the significance of the exhibition and the events surrounding it, highlighting the cultural and historical importance of the Morgan collection.

This image displays a single, aged newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The clipping is pasted onto the right-hand page of an open, hardcover scrapbook or album with a maroon or reddish-brown binding and cream-colored pages.

The article is a society column, titled:

“Society: Morgan’s Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday”

It is authored by Marjorie W. Sherman.

Summary of the Article:

The article announces a major exhibition at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum of the famed printed book and manuscript collection of J. Pierpont Morgan.

• The treasures have arrived from New York for a three-month exhibition.
• The collection includes over 100 pieces, such as:
  • The Commentary on the Apocalypse from 10th century Spain
  • De Materia Medica in Greek
  • An illuminated manuscript from the Persian Mongol school
  • The Gutenberg Bible
  • The Constance Missal
• The exhibition opens Friday, November 22, 1957, and runs through January 4, 1958.

Preview Evening Details:

A preview evening is planned for members of the Morgan Library on the opening night, including:

• Hosts: John S. Morgan (president of the Morgan Library board) and Fogg Director John Coolidge
• Entertainment: Miss Agnes Morgan, curator of drawings at the Fogg
• Guests: A long list of Boston socialites and Morgan family members, including:
  • Mrs. Paul G. Pennoyer
  • Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hofer
  • Mr. and Mrs. Arthur K. Solomon
  • Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kuhn
  • Mrs. Edward Reynolds
  • Mrs. William Warren
  • Mrs. Robert G. Dart
  • Mrs. Felton Gibbons
  • Mr. and Mrs. James Fowle (hosts at the Harvard Faculty Club for Fogg graduates)

Additional Society Notes:

1. New and Nice: The Little Waltz Evenings begin November 22 and continue January 31.

2. Hospital Benefit: An annual bazaar and food sale sponsored by the Framingham Union Hospital Aid is scheduled for the following day (November 21) in Dennison Hall, Framingham, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Items for sale include homemade foods, candy, and gift items, along with a baked ham luncheon and tea.

3. Mar. 7 — Limit 30 Couples: A note about Boston’s best waltzers hosting small, fashionable parties at 46 Beacon St. Includes a long list of names like Murray Forbes Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Hugh O’Neill Hencken, Mrs. James Lawrence Jr., and others. A “Lion and Lamb” dinner is planned at 7 o'clock before the final party.

Physical Description of the Clipping:

• The clipping is rectangular, with the top right corner slightly torn or frayed.
• The paper is yellowed with age and shows some staining or foxing, particularly along the top edge.
• The headline is bold and prominent, with the byline and body text in smaller, standard newsprint typeface.
• The article is dense with columns of text, typical of mid-20th century newspaper design.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a historical social and cultural moment — the arrival of J.P. Morgan’s legendary literary and artistic print collection in Boston for public viewing at Harvard. The tone of the article is formal and society-oriented, reflecting the social significance of the event and the elite circles surrounding it. The scrapbook presentation suggests this was saved as a memento by someone interested in Boston society, Harvard, or the arts.

The image shows a page from a publication, likely a newspaper or magazine, dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957, from "The Boston Daily Globe." The page is titled "Society" and features an article titled "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday" by Marjorie W. Sherman. The article discusses the exhibition of J. Pierpont Morgan's collection of manuscripts and early printed books, which is being displayed at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition is scheduled to open the following day and will last until January 4. The article mentions various manuscripts and books in the collection, including Liebana's "Commentary on the Apocalypse" and "De Materia Medica" in Greek, among other items. It also provides details about the event, including dinner arrangements and entertainment for guests, and mentions a hospital benefit event scheduled for the following day. The page has a yellowish tone, indicating its age, and shows signs of wear, such as discoloration and a torn piece at the top.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook containing a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe," dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The article is titled "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday" and is categorized under "Society." It is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses an exhibition of the treasures of J. Pierpont Morgan, which have arrived in Boston from New York. The exhibition, featuring a celebrated collection of manuscripts and the earliest printed books, is set to open on Friday and will remain on display until January 4. It includes over 100 pieces, such as Liebana's "Commentary on the Apocalypse," "De Materia Medica" in Greek, an illuminated manuscript from the Persian Mongol school, the English Bestiary, the Gutenberg Bible, and the Constance Missal.

The library is maintained by 11 trustees, including four members of the Morgan family and fellows of the Pierpont Morgan Library. The exhibition will feature brief illustrated talks on the history of manuscripts in the collection by Professor Millard Meiss, Curator of Paintings at the Fogg, Associate Professor Seymour Slive, and Miss Barbara Knowles. Refreshments will be served in the courtyard of Warburg Hall by Miss Louisa Sprague, Miss Anne V. Dort, and Rudolf M. Riefstahl.

The article also lists several people who will entertain at the event, including Mr. and Mrs. Junius S. Morgan, Mr. and Mrs. Frederick B. Adams, Fogg Director John Coolidge and Mrs. Coolidge, and others.

Additionally, the clipping includes information about a hospital benefit event, a bazaar and food sale sponsored by the Framingham Union Hospital Aid, scheduled for the next day in Dennison Hall, Framingham, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The proceeds will be used to purchase hospital equipment.

The image shows a page from an old newspaper, possibly from the Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The page is in a red-bordered, open book, with the newspaper clipping pasted on the left side. The clipping is titled "Society: Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday" by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses the arrival of treasures from J. Pierpont Morgan, which will be exhibited at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The collection includes manuscripts and early printed books. The public exhibition will open on Friday and remain until January, featuring over 100 pieces. The library is maintained by the Morgan family and friends, who provide grants to scholars for special acquisitions. The article also mentions a dinner and preview for board members and others who will be involved in the exhibition, as well as a bazaar and food sale sponsored by the Framingham Union Hospital Benefit.

The image shows an open book, which appears to be a newspaper, with a clipping of an article from The Boston Daily Globe, dated November 20, 1957. The article is titled "Morgan's Treasures of Print Society: Go on Exhibition Friday" and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman. The article discusses the upcoming exhibition of J. Pierpont Morgan's collection of manuscripts and early printed books at the Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition will be open to the public from Friday to Sunday, January 11, and will feature more than 100 pieces from the collection, including items from the Persian Mongol school, the English Renaissance, and the Spanish Golden Age. The article also mentions a fundraising event for the hospital and school of nursing, which will be held on November 24, 1957, and will feature a bazaar, food sale, and other activities.

The image shows a page from a newspaper titled "The Boston Daily Globe", dated Wednesday, November 20, 1937. The page features an article titled "Society: Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday", authored by Marjorie W. Sherman.

Key Details from the Article:

1. Exhibition Overview:

   • The treasures of J. Pierpont Morgan will arrive from New York for an exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The collection includes manuscripts and early printed books, with the earliest printed book dating back 50 years to a library first placed in Morgan's house on Madison Avenue.
   • The exhibition will open to the public on Friday and remain until January 4, with a preview for members of the Morgan Library on Thursday evening.

2. Exhibited Items:

   • Over 100 pieces will be displayed, including notable works such as:
     • Apocalypse from the 10th century Spain.
     • De Materia Medica by Dioscorides, illuminated on Mongol paper.
     • The Gutenberg Bible.
     • The Constantinople Missal.
     • A manuscript from the Persian school, the English Band, and the Hebrew A. J. Ben-Asher.

3. Library and Trustees:

   • The exhibition is maintained by the trustees, including members of the Morgan family and scholars of the Pierpont Morgan Library, an organization established to finance publications and provide for special acquisitions.

4. Preview and Ceremonies:

   • A preview will take place tomorrow evening, with illustrated talks on the history of the collection by:
     • Professor Millard Meiss (Curator of Paintings at the Fogg).
     • Professor Samuel E. Morison (Society of the Cincinnati).
     • Professor Barbara Knowles (Society of the Cincinnati).
   • Refreshments will be served by Miss Louisa Sprague, Miss Anne V. Dort, and Rudolf M. Rieser.

5. Evening Activities:

   • The New and Nice section mentions Little Waltz Evenings, which will begin on November 22 and continue until January 31.

6. Hospital Benefit:

   • A bazaar and food sale will be sponsored by the Framingham Hospital Aid Committee on Friday, November 26, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Dennison Hall, Framingham.
   • Proceeds will support the hospital and the school of nursing, with activities including the sale of home-baked foods, candy, and gift items. A tea and luncheon will also be offered.

Visual Elements:

• The page has a classic newspaper layout with a serif font and structured columns.
• The article is neatly typed, with clear headings and subheadings.
• The newspaper's header includes the date, location, and title, typical of early 20th-century print media.
• The page appears to be from an archive or collection, as indicated by the slightly faded edges and the visible spine of the book in which it is bound.

This page provides a glimpse into the cultural and social events of the time, highlighting the significance of art exhibitions, charitable causes, and community gatherings in Boston during 1937.

This image shows an open book displaying a newspaper page. The newspaper is "The Boston Daily Globe" from Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The visible page is dedicated to a section titled "Society," and the main headline reads "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday" by Marjorie W. Sherman. The article discusses the arrival of the treasures of J. Pierpont Morgan for an exhibition that is set to challenge scholars for the next three months. The article briefly mentions the history of the collection and talks about a view for Harvard's Fogg Art Museum members.

Below the main article, there are smaller headlines and texts that appear to be related to social events, including one titled "NEW AND NICE—The Little Theatre," mentioning an event continuing January 1 and 22. The text mentions various names and events that appear to be of relevance to the social scene or charity work linked to the Boston area at the time.

On a physical note, the newspaper appears aged with some color discoloration indicative of the paper's age and exposure to elements over time. The book in which the newspaper is placed has off-white pages, and the left side shows the bound edge of the book, suggesting that the newspaper clip is preserved or displayed as part of a collection or archive.

This image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe dated Wednesday, November 20, 1937. The headline reads, "Society: Morgan’s Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday," and it is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses an upcoming exhibition of J.P. Morgan's print treasures, featuring rare manuscripts and printed books that will be displayed at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum for three months. The exhibition showcases valuable items from Morgan’s library curated to inspire scholars. The clipping also mentions entertainment events, a dinner tied to the opening night, and other specific details about people and organizations involved in related events.

The page looks like it is kept in a scrapbook or bound archival material, with visible binding on the left. The newspaper is yellowed with age and pasted onto the page, possibly for preservation.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe" dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The headline reads, "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday." The article is under the Society section and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman.

The article discusses an exhibition of the treasures of J. Pierpont Morgan, which have arrived from New York to challenge scholars for the next three months. The collection includes manuscripts and the earliest printed books. It mentions that Morgan first placed these on exhibition 50 years ago at a library next to his house on Madison Avenue. The exhibition will take place at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

The opening event will include a series of brief illustrated talks about the history of manuscripts in the collection by Professor Millard Meiss, curator of Paintings at the Fogg. Refreshments will be served in the courtyard of Wadsworth Hall by Miss Louisa Sprague, Miss Anne V. Dort, and Rudolf M. Riestahl.

The article also lists various people involved in the event, including members of the Fogg staff, trustees, and guests, and mentions a dance with a limit of 50 couples.

Additionally, there is a brief note about a hospital benefit bake sale and food sale sponsored by the Framingham Union Hospital Aid, with proceeds going to raise funds for the hospital and its nursing school.

The clipping is mounted on a blank page, suggesting it is part of a scrapbook or archive collection.