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The image is a page from the "Boston Traveler" newspaper dated November 20, 1957. The main article on the page is titled "High Class Browsing" and is written by Maggie Wells, the Society Editor. The article discusses an upcoming event where Boston bibliophiles will travel to Cambridge to view an exhibit at the Fogg Museum of Harvard University. The exhibit will feature manuscripts, books, and drawings from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York.

Key points from the article include:

1. Exhibit Details: The exhibit is being shown at the Fogg Museum to celebrate the 80th birthday of the Pierpont Morgan Library. It includes rare items such as a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal.
2. Society Events: The article mentions a dinner at the Copley Plaza Hotel following the exhibit preview. Guests will include notable figures such as Prof. Hillard Mesa, Curator of Paintings at the Fogg Museum, and Barbara Kosowsky, a graduate student at Radcliffe.
3. Washington Family: There is a section about the Washington family presenting two debutantes, Sandra Louise and Patricia Ann Washington, at an Open House on December 27. Sandra is a student at the University of Maryland, and Patricia is a student at Western High School.
4. Descendants: The article notes that Sandra and Patricia are descendants of the sixth president of the United States, John Quincy Adams, through their mother's branch of the family.

Additionally, there is a smaller announcement at the bottom of the page for an art lecture at the Fogg Museum on December 15, 1957. The lecture, titled "Five Hundred Years of Drawings from the Morgan Library," will be given by Felix Brunner, Director and Curator of Drawings at the Pierpont Morgan Library.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler, dated November 29, 1957. The main article, titled "High Class Browsing: Society to View Fogg Exhibits," is written by Maggie Wells, the Society Editor. The article discusses an event where Boston bibliophiles will attend a private preview of an exhibit at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. The exhibit includes rare books, manuscripts, and literary gems from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. The article mentions notable attendees, including Mrs. John S. Morgan and Mr. Morgan, and other members of the Copley Society and the Fogg Art Museum. The event is part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Morgan Library.

Another smaller article at the bottom, dated November 27, 1957, announces an art lecture at the Fogg Art Museum by Miss Agnes Morgan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings, on the treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library, including a Gutenberg Bible and a leaf from the Book of Kells.

The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping, specifically from the Boston Globe dated November 29, 1957. The main headline is "High Class Browsing: Society to View Fogg Exhibits."

The article details a special event where Boston bibliophiles and high society are invited to view an exhibit at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University. The exhibit showcases rare manuscripts, books, and other literary treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. The event aims to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Morgan Library, with highlights including the Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal.

The article also mentions several social events related to the exhibit:

• A dinner party hosted by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Coolidge, along with other guests like Mr. and Mrs. J. Morgan of Glen Cove.
• A talk by Prof. Hillard Meiss, Curator of Paintings at the Fogg, and a graduate student named Seymour.
• The Weston Family presents two daughters, Sandy and Patricia, who are listed on the year's debutante list.

Additionally, there is a small news snippet at the bottom of the page mentioning an art lecture at the Fogg Museum on December 15, titled "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library," given by Miss Agnes Morgan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings.

The newspaper clipping is part of a larger book or archive, with the page showing some wear, indicative of its age.

The image shows two newspaper clippings from the Boston Herald, dated November 29, 1957. Both articles are related to cultural events at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

1. Main Article: "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits"

   • Author: Maggie Wells, Society Editor
   • Description: This article discusses an upcoming event where Boston bibliophiles will gather for a gala evening to preview the Fogg Museum's exhibits at Harvard University. The event aims to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York, which is lending rare manuscripts, books, and other literary gems to the Fogg Museum.
   • Details:
     • The exhibit includes a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal, which is one of the oldest European books known to exist.
     • The event will take place at the Fogg Museum and will feature speakers such as Prof. Hillard Meiss, Curator of Paintings, and Seymour Slive, Associate Professor of Art History.
     • Guests will gather in the large lecture hall and then inspect the exhibits and enjoy refreshments in the courtyard.
     • Notable attendees include Mrs. Junius S. Morgan, president of the Board of Trustees of the Morgan Library, and Charles Coolidge, Senior Fellow of Harvard.
     • There will be a dinner party and a mark showing event, with Mrs. Coolidge entertaining guests.
     • A preview of the exhibit is also mentioned, highlighting the prestigious nature of the event.

2. Secondary Article: "Art Lecture at Fogg"

   • Date: November 27, 1957
   • Description: This article announces an upcoming lecture titled "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library."
     • The lecture will be held at the Fogg Art Museum on December 15.
     • The speaker is Miss Agnes Morgan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings.

The clippings are placed within a book, indicating they were likely preserved as significant cultural or historical records.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the Boston Traveler, dated November 30, 1957. The main article is titled "High Class Browsing: Society To View Fogg Exhibits" and is written by Maggie Wells, the Society Editor.

The article discusses an upcoming event where Boston bibliophiles (book lovers) and tuckers (a term sometimes used for book collectors) will attend a high-class exhibition at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University. This event is a first gala preview of the Pierpont Morgan Library's literary treasures, which include manuscripts, books, and other literary gems.

The exhibit is part of the celebration of the 50th anniversary of J. P. Morgan's death and the 25th anniversary of the Morgan Library. The treasures on display include a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal, which are among the oldest and most significant items in the collection.

The event will feature a series of talks and a tour of the exhibits, with notable speakers including Prof. Hillard Meiss, Curator of Paintings at Fogg, and Associate Prof. Seymour de Ricci, a graduate student at Fogg. Guests will also have the opportunity to inspect the exhibits and enjoy refreshments in the courtyard.

There is also a section about a family, the Westons, who are presenting two debutantes, Patricia and Sandy. Patricia is the oldest daughter and will be making her debut this season, while Sandy will be listed on the following year's debut list.

Additionally, there is a smaller article about an art lecture at Fogg, scheduled for November 27, 1957, which will discuss "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library, Fifteenth Century Book Illumination." The lecture will be given by Miss Agnes Morgan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings at the Fogg Museum.

The image shows a page from a newspaper dated Tuesday, November 26, 1957. The headline article, written by Maggie Wells, the Society Editor, is titled "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits."

Article Summary:

Headline: High Class Browsing: Society To View Fogg Exhibits

Content:
Boston bibliophiles (book lovers) are preparing for a significant event where they will have the opportunity to view rare literary treasures. This event, taking place at the Fogg Museum at Harvard, will showcase items such as Gutenberg Bibles, medieval manuscripts, books, and other literary gems from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York.

The exhibit is part of a series to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the opening of the Morgan Library. The exhibit will include:

• The Gutenberg Bible
• The Constance Missal, one of three known copies believed to be the oldest European-printed book

Guests attending the preview will gather at a cocktail party at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Morgan on 360 St. and Madison Avenue, a multi-story residence.

Other Sections on the Page:

Celebrating:

• 60th Birthday: The article mentions an upcoming 60th birthday celebration.

Wesdon Family Presents Two Debs:

• The Wesdon family will present two debutantes, reflecting a record in the family. The two debs are sisters, Sandra and Patricia Louise, daughters of Mr. and Mrs. William J. R. Wesdon. Sandra is currently studying at a college in Boston, and Patricia is a student at the Chapel Hill School.

Descendant of Colonial Governor:

• Sandy, a debutante, is a descendant of John Winthrop, the first colonial governor of Massachusetts.

Society Events:

• Mark Showing: Speakers and guests include prominent figures such as Professor and Mrs. Hillard Meiss, Curator of Paintings at Fogg, Associate Professor Jakob Rosenberg, and graduate student Charles L. Kuhn.
• Guests will inspect the exhibit and enjoy refreshments.

Upcoming Art Lecture at Fogg:

• An art lecture titled "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library" will be held on December 15. The lecture will be given by Miss Agnes Mongan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings.

This newspaper page captures a mix of society news, cultural events, and historical exhibitions relevant to the community in Boston.

The image shows a scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings pasted on it.

The larger clipping at the top is an article titled "High Class Browsing: Society To View Fogg Exhibits" by Maggie Wells, Society Editor. It discusses an upcoming gala preview at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University where Boston bibliophiles will view manuscripts, books, and other literary items from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. The exhibit celebrates the 50th anniversary of the library with treasures including a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal, which is noted as one of the oldest European printed books. The article mentions various society events, speakers, and notable attendees, including the Weston family presenting two debutantes, and a connection to colonial governors through Sandy, a young woman listed on the debutante list. The article also highlights the plan for guests to enjoy refreshments and the scheduling of different events related to the exhibit.

The smaller clipping below is titled "Art Lecture at Fogg" and announces a talk at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on Sunday afternoon, Dec. 15, about "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library, Fiftieth Anniversary Exhibition." The lecture will be given by Miss Agnes Mongan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings.

The scrapbook page is dated November 29, 1957 (noted at the top of the large clipping), and the smaller clipping is dated November 27, 1957.

This is an image of an open scrapbook or journal, displaying a newspaper article mounted onto the right page. The article is from the "Boston Traveler" dated Nov. 9, 1957, with the headline "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits" by Maggie Wells, Society Editor. The piece discusses an event where Boston bibliophiles will attend an exhibition featuring rare maps, books, and literary autographs at the Fogg Museum at Harvard University.

Below the main article, there's a smaller newspaper clipping announcing a talk at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University scheduled for Monday, Nov. 11, 1957, on "Treasures from the Pierpont Morgan Library, Filippo di Antonio Veronese, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings, will lecture."

The left page of the scrapbook is largely blank, with just a glimpse of another newspaper article or documentation at the very edge. The pages are showing signs of age, with slight yellowing and the edges of the papers have a bit of wear.

The image shows an open book with a printed page titled "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits". The page is dated November 29, 1957, and is from the Boston Traveler, a newspaper. The article is written by Maggie Wells, identified as the Society Editor.

Key Details from the Page:

1. Headline:

   • "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits"
     This indicates that the article is about a society event involving the viewing of exhibits at the Fogg Museum.

2. Content Overview:

   • The article discusses a gathering of bibliophiles (book collectors) who will engage in "high-class browsing" at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
   • The event is part of the fall season feature manuscripts, books, and literary gems from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York.

3. Celebration of the Exhibit:

   • The exhibit is being shown to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Fogg Museum.
   • The exhibit includes treasures such as a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal, which is described as one of the oldest European printed books.

4. Event Details:

   • Time: The event is scheduled for tomorrow evening.
   • Location: The Fogg Museum at Harvard University.
   • Preview: Guests will gather in the large lecture hall for a "brief row's preview" before viewing the exhibits on display.

5. Society Events:

   • Speakers: The event will feature speakers, including Prof. Hillard Meiss, Curator of Paintings at Fogg; Prof. Seymour Slive, Associate Professor at Fogg; and Barbara Knowles, a graduate student at Fogg.
   • Afterward: Guests will inspect the exhibit and enjoy refreshments in the courtyard.
   • Dinner and Parties: A dinner is planned, with John Coolidge, Director of the Fogg, and Mrs. Coolidge entertaining Mr. and Mrs. John Coolidge.

6. Additional Information:

   • The article also mentions a birthday celebration for William W. Weston's daughter, Patricia, who is the granddaughter of the P. Custance family of Weston.
   • It highlights Patricia's interests, such as swimming, water-skiing, and horseback riding, and notes that she will spend the next summer in Europe with her family.
   • The article also briefly references colonial governors and their descendants.

7. Visual Elements:

   • The page has a clean, typed layout typical of newspaper articles from the mid-20th century.
   • There is a handwritten note at the top of the page that reads "Boston Traveler Nov. 29 '57", indicating the source and date.
   • The bottom of the page includes a smaller article titled "Art Lecture at Fogg", mentioning a talk by Miss Agnes Morgan on December 15, 1957, at the Fogg Art Museum.

Summary:

The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston Traveler dated November 29, 1957, reporting on an upcoming event where bibliophiles will view exhibits at the Fogg Museum. The article highlights the celebration of the museum's 25th anniversary, featuring rare books and manuscripts, and includes details about speakers, refreshments, and related social events. Additional notes mention a birthday celebration for Patricia Weston and an upcoming art lecture. The layout and style reflect mid-20th-century newspaper design.

The image is a page from an old newspaper or magazine, specifically from the Boston Traveler dated November 29, 1957. The page is slightly discolored and has a vintage appearance, with visible creases and folds. The text is arranged in several columns, each containing different articles and announcements.

The most prominent article at the top of the page is titled "High Class Browsing Society To View Fogg Exhibits." This article announces an event where members of the High Class Browsing Society will visit the Fogg Museum at Harvard University to view exhibits. The event is described as a "gala preview of the fall season" and will feature manuscripts, books, and other items from the Pierpont Morgan Library in New York. The article mentions that the exhibit will be the first University exhibit at the Fogg Museum of the fall season and will be held at 36th St. and Madison Avenue, a half-century ago. The treasures include a Gutenberg Bible and the Constance Missal, both of which are in excellent condition.

Another article on the page discusses the celebration of the 50th birthday of two individuals, Mr. and Mrs. William W. Cusman of Weston. The article mentions their two daughters, one of whom is a student at the Chapel Hill School, and the other is a senior at an Open House on December 22. The article also briefly mentions the Cusmans' grandson, who is a student at the Philip Morris Tobacco Company.

Additionally, there is an announcement for an art lecture at the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, on December 15, which will be given by Miss Agnes Morgan, Assistant Director and Curator of Drawings, on the topic "Treasures From the Pierpont Morgan Library: Fifty Anniversary Exhibition."

The page also includes smaller articles and announcements, such as a mention of a talk by Mark Showing and an art lecture at the Fogg Art Museum. The overall layout of the page is typical of mid-20th-century newspapers, with multiple columns and a mix of news articles, announcements, and advertisements.