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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.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Daily Globe" dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The article is titled "Society" and is written by Marjorie W. Sherman. It discusses the arrival of J. Pierpont Morgan's collection of manuscripts and early printed books in Boston after a three-month exhibition in New York. The collection is set to be displayed at the Fogg Art Museum, with a preview for museum members on Thursday evening. The public exhibition will open on Friday and run until January 22, 1958.

Key points from the article include:

• The collection features over 100 items, including rare manuscripts such as the "Apocalypse" from the 15th century and an illuminated manuscript of the "Iliad" in Greek.
• The exhibition is organized by the Pierpont Morgan Library and will include brief talks by Harvard faculty members.
• A dinner at the Fogg Art Museum will precede the opening, hosted by Charles Coolidge.
• Notable guests include trustees of the Morgan Library and various distinguished individuals.

Additionally, the article mentions a hospital benefit bazaar and food sale sponsored by the Franklin School Parent-Teacher Association, to be held on Friday and Saturday in Denison Hall, Franklin. The event aims to raise funds for the hospital and the school of nursing, featuring home-baked goods, handmade items, and a luncheon. The bazaar is organized by Mrs. Richard L. Nelson, with assistance from other committee members.

The image shows a newspaper article from "The Boston Daily Globe," dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The article, titled "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday," is written by Marjorie W. Sherman. It discusses the arrival of treasures from the collection of J. Pierpont Morgan, which will be exhibited at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes over 100 pieces, such as the Gutenberg Bible, a 10th-century Gospel book, and the first printed books. The preview for members will be held the evening before the public exhibition, which starts on Friday. The article also details the schedule of lectures, dinners, and other events associated with the exhibition. Additionally, there is a smaller section titled "NEW AND NICE—The Little Waltz" mentioning social events, and an advertisement for a hospital benefit at the Framingham Country Club.

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

The article discusses an exhibition of J. Pierpont Morgan's rare printed books. The collection will open on Friday and includes more than 100 pieces, including items from the 10th century, such as the "De Materia Medica" by Dioscorides and the "Magna Charta" from the 13th century. The exhibition is at the Morgan Library next door to its usual home on Madison Avenue and will be previewed for members of Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum on Thursday evening.

The article mentions that there will be a series of illustrated talks on the history of manuscript illumination by the curator of Paintings at the Fogg, Barbara Knowles. There will also be refreshments served by the Morgan Library's chef.

Additionally, it includes a section on a benefit event for the Boston hospitals and school of nursing, organized by the Friends of the Boston Public Library. This event, titled "The Little Waltz Evening," will be held on November 22 and January 21. The event will feature a dance, a talk by prominent figures, and a buffet. The list includes notable names like Mr. and Mrs. Hugh O'Neill Hencken, Mr. and Mrs. Philip G. Corso, and others.

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

The article discusses the upcoming exhibition of the treasures from J. Pierpont Morgan's library, which will be on display at Harvard's Fogg Art Museum. The exhibition includes rare and early printed books, manuscripts, and other items that have not been publicly viewed since Morgan first placed them on exhibition 50 years prior. The collection is noted for its historical and cultural significance, including items such as "De Materia Medica" from the 10th Century and manuscripts from the Mongol school of the English Renaissance.

The public exhibition will open on Friday, November 22, and will include more than 100 pieces from the collection. A preview for members of the Fogg Art Museum will take place the previous evening.

The article also lists the hosts and other notable attendees for the opening, including John Coolidge, Mrs. John Coolidge, and members of the Morgan family and trustees. The event is planned to include various social gatherings and refreshments.

Additionally, there is a mention of a "Hospital Benefit" fundraiser, where proceeds from a tea and luncheon will support the hospital and the school of nursing. The event will include a fashion show and a variety of other activities. The article also mentions "New and Nice," a fashion event scheduled to begin on November 22.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from The Boston Daily Globe, dated Wednesday, November 20, 1957. The article, titled "Morgan's Treasures of Print Go on Exhibition Friday" by Marjorie W. Sherman, discusses an upcoming exhibition of rare books and manuscripts from the J. Pierpont Morgan collection, which had been loaned to the Harvard University Library.

Key details from the article include:

1. Exhibition Overview: The exhibition will be open to the public starting Friday and will include over 100 pieces from the collection, such as the 15th-century "De Materia Medica" and a manuscript from the Persian Emperor, among others.

2. Location and Preview: The exhibition will be held at the library next to J. P. Morgan's house on Madison Avenue. A preview will be held the evening before for members of Harvard's Fogg Art Museum.

3. Special Guests: Notable attendees at the preview include John Coolidge, the director of the Harvard University Library, and Mrs. Coolidge, along with other prominent members of the Morgan family and Harvard officials.

4. Ceremonies and Talks: There will be illustrated talks on the history of manuscript illumination and printing, as well as refreshments served by Miss Barbara Knowles.

5. Hospital Benefit: An additional section of the article mentions a hospital benefit event organized by the Fraternity of the Four Seasons, featuring a dinner and auction at the Statler Hotel.

6. Entertainment: The evening includes various entertainment, such as performances by Mr. and Mrs. Philip Hofer, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Kuhn, and Mr. and Mrs. Edward R. Murdock, among others.

The clipping also lists the names of those who will host the dinner and auction, including prominent Boston residents.

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.

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.

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.