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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

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The image shows a two-page spread from the February 15, 1956, issue of "The Harvard Crimson," a student newspaper of Harvard University. The pages feature several articles and advertisements.

Left Page:

  1. Article: "Preconceptions Distort Judgement"

    • Discusses how preconceived notions can affect judgment.
  2. Advertisement: Interviews for Sales Management

    • Offers interviews for various positions such as Sales Management Trainee, Sales Training Program, Home Office, Administrative Openings.
    • Contact information: Winslow S. Cobb, Jr., The Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company.
  3. Article: "Engineering leadership—a bench mark at Alcoa"

    • Describes the leadership qualities and achievements in engineering at Alcoa.
  4. Advertisement: Salem Cigarettes

    • Promotes Salem cigarettes with the tagline "A new idea in smoking!"
    • Highlights features such as "menthol fresh," "rich tobacco taste," and "modern filter, too."
    • Encourages readers to "Take a puff, it's sensational."

Right Page:

  1. Article: "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad"

    • Critiques the breadth of a Fine Arts course, suggesting it covers too much material.
  2. Advertisement: Old Spice Shampoo

    • Introduces a new shampoo for men.
    • Promotes the product as "In Unbreakable Plastic."
    • Highlights the new 13-ounce economy size.
  3. Advertisement: 1956 Chevrolet

    • Promotes the new 1956 Chevrolet models.
    • Highlights features such as "radical new V8," "new Full Coil suspension," and "new Safety-Girder frame."
    • Encourages readers to visit their local Chevrolet dealer for a test drive.
  4. Footer: Harvard Provision Company

    • Provides contact information for the Harvard Provision Company, including address and phone number.

The layout is typical of a newspaper from the mid-20th century, with a mix of text-heavy articles and visually appealing advertisements.

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The image displays two pages from a February 1958 issue of "The Harvard Crimson," a newspaper. The left page features an article titled "Preconceptions Distort Judgement," with a subhead about a speech by the head of the psychology department. Below this, there's an advertisement for a sales management training program, and another titled "Engineering leadership—a bench mark at Alcoa," featuring a photograph of a man working at a draft table. The bottom half of the page contains an advertisement for Salem cigarettes, promoting its menthol fresh taste, rich tobacco, and modern filter.

The right page includes an article titled "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad," critiquing a course. Nearby, an advertisement from Old Spice promotes a new shampoo for men in an unbreakable plastic container. Below that, there is a large Chevrolet advertisement showcasing the 1958 models, emphasizing their design and engineering, with a tagline "A beautifully moving thing!" The bottom of the page features an ad for the Harvard Provision Company, listing their services and contact information.

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The image shows a page spread from an old newspaper, specifically the Harvard Crimson, dated February 18, 1958.

Here's a detailed description of the contents:

  1. Main Articles and Sections:

    • Top Left (Page One):

      • The headline reads "Preconceptions Distort Judgement" and discusses how preconceived notions can affect judgment.
      • There is an article titled "Interviews for: Sales Management Training Program, Sales Training Program, Home Office, Administrative Positions" and mentions a connection to The Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company in Hartford.
    • Top Right (Page Three):

      • A feature article titled "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad" discusses the perceived breadth of the Fine Arts curriculum at Harvard.
    • Bottom Left (Page One):

      • An advertisement for Salem cigarettes, which promotes the refreshing taste of their menthol cigarettes. The slogan includes "menthol fresh" and "rich tobacco taste" along with a modern filter.
  2. Visuals:

    • Top Left Image: A man sitting on a chair holding a cigarette, emphasizing the advertisement for Salem cigarettes.
    • Center Image: A photograph of an engineering leader sitting at a desk, possibly discussing engineering projects or leadership.
  3. Advertisements:

    • Top Right Ad: An advertisement for Old Spice shampoo for men, highlighting its effectiveness with a product image and a slogan.
    • Bottom Right Ad: An advertisement for a 1958 Chevrolet, emphasizing its beauty and innovation with a car model image and promotional text.
  4. Additional Details:

    • The bottom of the page contains an ad for the Harvard Provision Company, offering a "finest selection" of food and beverages.
    • There's also a mention of a "radically new V8" Chevrolet advertisement, emphasizing its new features and appeal.

The newspaper page reflects the design and content typical of the mid-20th century, combining news, advertisements, and editorials.

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The image shows a page spread from "The Harvard Crimson," the student newspaper of Harvard University, dated February 10, 1958. The spread contains several distinct sections and advertisements:

  1. Top Left Section: Preconceptions Distort Judgement

    • This article discusses how preconceived notions can distort judgment, referencing a study or experiment conducted by a professor at Harvard. It includes a photograph of a person seated in a chair with a baseball cap, appearing to be involved in some sort of study or demonstration.
  2. Middle Left Section: Interviews for Sales Management Training Program

    • An advertisement for a Sales Management Training Program at The Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company in Hartford. It mentions an interview process for a sales training program and administrative positions.
  3. Middle Left Image: Engineering Leadership at Alcoa

    • A photograph of a man in a suit and tie, sitting on a bench, with the caption "Engineering leadership—a bench mark at Alcoa." The accompanying text discusses the importance of engineering leadership within Alcoa, focusing on the contributions of individuals like William H. McGill.
  4. Bottom Left Section: Salem Refreshes Your Taste

    • An advertisement for Salem cigarettes, emphasizing their menthol freshness, rich tobacco taste, and modern filter. The ad includes a humorous slogan "Take a puff, it's invigorating" and features a group of people smoking Salem cigarettes.
  5. Top Right Section: Fine Arts 13 Too Broad

    • An article discussing a debate or critique regarding the breadth of the Fine Arts 13 course, with a photograph of a woman in profile, possibly a student or faculty member, involved in the discussion.
  6. Top Right Image: Old Spice Shampoo

    • An advertisement for Old Spice shampoo, highlighting its formula for men and its availability in unbreakable plastic containers.
  7. Bottom Right Section: A Beautifully Moving Thing: '58 Chevrolet

    • An advertisement for the 1958 Chevrolet, emphasizing its new features and design, including a "radical new V-8" engine and a "new Fall Collar suspension." It also mentions that the car is available for test drives.
  8. Bottom Right Corner: Harvard Provision Company

    • An advertisement for the Harvard Provision Company, located on Mount Auburn Street, offering fish selections for quick entertainment.

The layout is typical of mid-20th century newspapers, combining news articles, opinion pieces, and advertisements. The ads showcase products and services relevant to the era, such as cigarettes, shampoos, and automobiles.

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The image shows a page from the February 10, 1958 edition of "The Harvard Crimson," a student newspaper from Harvard University. The page is divided into several sections with different advertisements and articles.

  1. Top Left Article: "Preconceptions Distort Judgement"

    • This article discusses how preconceptions can affect judgment, referencing an experiment by Harvard psychologists.
    • It mentions that people tend to evaluate others based on first impressions, which can lead to biased judgments.
  2. Top Center Ad: "Interviews for Sales Management Training Program"

    • An advertisement for a sales management training program, indicating an opportunity for interviews.
    • The ad includes a brief description of the program's purpose and benefits.
  3. Top Right Article: "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad"

    • This article critiques the Fine Arts 13 course, suggesting that it is too broad and lacks focus.
    • It mentions student opinions and provides a critical perspective on the course content.
  4. Middle Left Ad: "Engineering Leadership - A Bench Mark at Alcoa"

    • This ad discusses engineering leadership at Alcoa and highlights the company's achievements and innovations.
    • It includes a photograph of an Alcoa engineer and some text explaining the company's focus on leadership and engineering excellence.
  5. Middle Right Ad: "Old Spice Shampoo for Men"

    • An advertisement for Old Spice Shampoo, marketed specifically for men.
    • The ad highlights the product's benefits and includes a classic image of a man in a boat, emphasizing its "unbreakable plastic" bottle.
  6. Bottom Left Ad: "Salem Refreshes Your Taste"

    • This ad promotes Salem cigarettes, emphasizing their menthol freshness and rich tobacco taste.
    • It features a visual of a cigarette with a modern filter and an image of a person smoking.
  7. Bottom Center Ad: "'58 Chevrolet"

    • An advertisement for the 1958 Chevrolet, highlighting its new features and design.
    • The ad includes a large image of the car and text emphasizing its beauty and performance.
  8. Bottom Right Ad: "Harvard Provision Company"

    • An advertisement for the Harvard Provision Company, offering a selection of foods and services.
    • It mentions their delivery service and the variety of products they provide.

The page overall provides a snapshot of the kinds of advertisements and articles that were featured in the mid-1950s, reflecting both educational content and commercial interests of the time.

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The image is a scanned spread from "The Harvard Crimson," a student newspaper, dated February 1958. Here's a detailed summary of the different sections and advertisements visible on the pages:

Left Page (Tuesday, February 18, 1958):

  1. Articles and Opinions:

    • Preconceptions Distort Judgment: An article discussing how preconceived notions can distort objective judgment. It appears to be a commentary on perceptions and biases.
  2. Advertisements:

    • Interviews (Sponsored by various companies):

      • Sales Management Training Program: Offered by various companies, including openings for sales trainees and administrative roles.
      • Connecticut Mutual Life Insurance Company: Advertising career opportunities, with contact information for those interested.
    • Alcoa (Aluminum Company of America):

      • An article titled "Engineering leadership—a bench mark at Alcoa" discussing the company's engineering achievements and innovations.
    • Salem Cigarettes:

      • A large advertisement stating, "Salem refreshes your taste," highlighting the product's menthol freshness, rich tobacco taste, and modern filter.

Right Page (Wednesday, February 19, 1958):

  1. Articles and Opinions:

    • Fine Arts 13 Too Broad: An article discussing the breadth of the Fine Arts 13 course, with comments on its extensive scope.
  2. Advertisements:

    • Old Spice:

      • Advertisement for "New! Old Spice Shampoo for Men," emphasizing its unbreakable plastic bottle and suitability for men.
    • 1959 Chevrolet:

      • An ad showcasing "A Beautifully Moving Thing," the 1959 Chevrolet. It highlights the radical new V-8 engine and other features of the car, such as its appearance and performance.
    • Harvard Provision Company:

      • An ad for gourmet food selections available at the Harvard Provision Company store. It mentions their selection will add cheer to any entertainment and provides the store’s address and phone number.

Overall, this spread from "The Harvard Crimson" combines student journalism with advertisements from mid-20th century companies targeting the student population and broader audience.

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This image shows two pages from an old newspaper called "The Harvard Crimson," dated Thursday, February 13, 1958. The pages are numbered four and five.

Page Four (left side) includes:

  • An article titled "Preconceptions Distort Judgement."
  • A section titled "Engineering leadership—a bench mark at Alcoa" with a photograph of a man in a suit sitting on a director's chair holding an object (possibly a piece of equipment or a model).
  • A large advertisement for Salem cigarettes with the headline "Salem refreshes your taste," showing a pack of Salem cigarettes and an outdoor scene with a person sitting on a fallen tree with a dog.
  • An advertisement box for interviews for Sales Management Training Program, Sales Training Program, Home Office Administrative Opening by The Connecticut Mutual.

Page Five (right side) includes:

  • An article titled "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad," with a small photo of two people looking at a canvas or artwork.
  • A large Old Spice shampoo advertisement for men showing a bottle of "Old Spice Shampoo for Men," with the tagline "IN UNBREAKABLE PLASTIC."
  • A large advertisement for a 1958 Chevrolet car, showcasing the front view of the car driving on a road with a ship or crane in the background. The ad highlights features such as a "RADICAL NEW V8," "Full Coil suspension," and a "Safety-Glide frame."

At the bottom of page five, there is a partial advertisement for the Harvard Provision Company.

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The image shows two open pages of a vintage newspaper with various articles and advertisements. On the left page, there is an advertisement for an "Engineering leadership" position at Alcoa, featuring a man sitting on a director's chair with some text beneath it. Below this ad, there is another advertisement for Salem cigarettes with the tagline "refreshes your taste," showing an outdoor scene with people and a large image of the cigarette pack.

On the right page, there is a large advertisement for Old Spice Shampoo for Men, highlighting its unbreakable plastic bottle. Below is an article headline "Fine Arts L3 Too Broad" with corresponding text. At the bottom right of this page, there is an advertisement for a 1958 Chevrolet car, dubbing it a "BEAUTIFULLY MOVING THING" and stressing its design and suspension features. Below the Chevrolet ad, the Harvard Provision Company advertises their location and contact information.

The pages appear to be aged and yellowed, suggesting the newspaper is from an earlier era, and feature a variety of topics from personal care and automotive advancements to job advertisements and cultural discussion.

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The image shows an open magazine or newspaper spread from February 11, 1958, featuring a variety of advertisements and articles. The layout is typical of mid-20th-century print media, with a mix of textual content and visual advertisements.

Left Page:

  • Headline: "Preconceptions Distort Judgement"
    • This appears to be an article or editorial piece discussing the impact of preconceived notions on judgment.
  • Interview Section: Titled "INTERVIEWS (for...)," it includes a section labeled "Sales Management Training Program" and "Sales Training Program," suggesting content related to business training or professional development.
  • Advertisement for Salem Cigarettes:
    • A prominent advertisement for Salem cigarettes is featured at the bottom of the page. The ad includes:
      • An image of a man and a woman sitting outdoors, with the man holding a cigarette.
      • The tagline: "A new idea in smoking! Salem refreshes your taste."
      • Bullet points highlighting features: "menthol fresh," "rich tobacco taste," and "modern filter, too."
      • A visual of a Salem cigarette pack with the brand name clearly displayed.

Right Page:

  • Headline: "Fine Arts 13 Too Broad"
    • This seems to be an article or editorial discussing the scope or breadth of fine arts education or programming.
  • Advertisement for Old Spice Shampoo:
    • A large advertisement for Old Spice Shampoo is prominently displayed on the right side of the page. Key elements include:
      • The tagline: "New!"
      • The product name: "Old Spice Shampoo for Men"
      • A visual of a man applying the product to his hair, with a woman observing.
      • Text emphasizing the product's features, such as being "unbreakable plastic" and suitable for men and women.
  • Advertisement for Chevrolet:
    • Below the Old Spice ad, there is an advertisement for the 1958 Chevrolet, highlighting its features:
      • The tagline: "A BEAUTIFULLY MOVING THING! '58 CHEVROLET"
      • Emphasis on the car's "new Spring Order—RADIAL-NEW VS.9 NEW FULL COIL SUSPENSION" and "BEAUTIFUL NEW INTERIOR."
      • The ad includes an image of the car, showcasing its design and features.
  • Footer Text:
    • At the bottom of the page, there is a note directing readers to "OUR FINE SELECTION WILL CHEVROLET DEALER FOR APPRAISALS—prompt delivery!"
    • The footer also includes the name and address of "The Harvard Provision Company" at 9241 ALBERT STREET, along with a telephone number.

Overall Layout and Design:

  • The page is structured with a clean, organized layout typical of the era, balancing text and visuals.
  • The advertisements are visually striking, using bold typography and engaging imagery to capture attention.
  • The content reflects the interests and marketing trends of the late 1950s, including cigarette advertising, men's grooming products, and automotive promotions.

This spread provides a snapshot of mid-20th-century media, showcasing both editorial content and commercial advertising aimed at a broad audience.

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The image is of a newspaper with several articles and advertisements. The newspaper is open to pages 4 and 5. The top of page 4 features a black-and-white photograph of a man sitting on a chair, holding a ball, and looking at something. There are also articles about engineering leadership and interviews. On the left side, there is an advertisement for Salem cigarettes. On page 5, there are articles about fine arts and a new shampoo for men. There is also an advertisement for a Chevrolet car.