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This image shows an open scrapbook with several clippings from newspapers carefully pasted onto its dark, textured pages.

The most prominent and centrally placed clipping is from The Evening Gazette in Worcester, dated Tuesday, March 1, 1960. It is from a column titled “Around These Parts” by Frank Cro tty.

This article features two black-and-white photographs:

1. A small photo of the columnist, Frank Cro tty, above his byline.
2. A larger, more prominent photo below the text of Clarence Army, who is identified in the caption as a “Pigeon Fancier”.

The article’s main focus is on Clarence Army and his passion for raising racing pigeons. It details his involvement with the Worcester Homing Club, his 56 birds, his philosophy on racing, and a quote from him stating, “I don’t think Clarence has ever come that close to winning since.” It also mentions his son Paul, aged 25, who also races pigeons. The article notes Clarence’s home on 19 West St., Milbury, and his interest in other animals like rabbits and chickens.

Surrounding the main article are other newspaper clippings from the same era:

• To the right of the main article is a clipping about a Fogg Museum exhibit on Moslem and Indian Art (March 15–April 21, 1960) and Oriental Art lectures.
• Below the main article, a smaller clipping describes the “DeCordova Exhibit” at the DeCordova and Dana Museum in Lincoln, featuring 37 watercolors by New England artists, which was on display through March 13, 1960.
• To the far right, a clipped article titled “Warn Reds Plan Yule Card Sway” from the New York Post (Washington, Aug. 21) discusses a speech by Congressman Dondaro regarding Communist influence in American art.
• In the top right corner, there’s a small, slightly folded, handwritten note.

The scrapbook itself appears to be a personal collection, likely focused on local news and events in the Worcester area during the late 1950s and early 1960s, with a particular interest in arts, culture, and community figures like Clarence Army.

The image appears to be a scanned page from a book or an album containing newspaper clippings. The central part of the image features a newspaper clipping from "The Evening Gazette" dated March 1, 1960, with a headline that reads "Around These Parts" by Frank Crotty. The article discusses a variety of topics, including:

• Pigeon Racing: It mentions Clarence Army, a pigeon racer with 52 pigeons, his enthusiasm for the sport, and the upcoming pigeon racing season.
• DeCordova Exhibit: It describes an art exhibit at the DeCordova and Dana Museum in Lincoln, featuring 37 watercolor paintings by various artists, with details on the featured artists' work.
• Museum Exhibits: It mentions various art exhibits, including those at the Fogg Museum and the Worcester Art Museum.
• Orange Inn: A note about plans for an inn and a French restaurant in Orange, along with a mention of parachuting.

There are also additional newspaper clippings on the right side of the image that appear to be from different newspapers, such as "The Brooklyn Tablet" with information about a warning regarding atheistic communism in the field of American Christmas cards and concerns about the influence of communism in art and education.

The pages are held together by a book or album, and the orientation of the pages suggests they might be part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents.

This image shows an open scrapbook page with two newspaper clippings attached to it. The left side of the page contains a clipping from "The Evening Gazette" dated March 1, 1960. The article is titled "Around These Parts" by Frank Crotty and features a photograph of a man wearing glasses and a suit. The article discusses various local topics, including Clarence Army, a pigeon fancier, the DeCordova and Dana Museum watercolor show, and the Orange Inn restaurant.

The right side of the page contains another clipping, which appears to be from a different newspaper and is about the Fogg Museum, featuring exhibits of Muslim and Indian Art and 19th Century American Painting. There is also a handwritten note at the top of this clipping that reads "Brooklyn Tablet 2/27/49."

The scrapbook pages are dark gray, and the newspaper clippings are slightly yellowed with age. The overall condition of the clippings and the scrapbook suggests that they are from the mid-20th century.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, possibly from the 1960s, with several articles and advertisements. The page is slightly aged, with some yellowing and creases.

The main article is titled "Around These Parts" and is written by Frank Crotty. It features an image of a man with glasses and a tie, possibly the author or a subject of the article. The article discusses pigeons and their racing, mentioning a specific pigeon named Clarence Army, Mill-bury's No. 1 press agent, who has won 52 pigeons and has been racing for a couple of years.

Other articles on the page include information about the Fogg Museum's exhibitions, a warning about a Yule card swap, and an advertisement for the Orange Inn. The page also has a small advertisement for the Decatur Art Museum, which features works by local artists.

The overall layout of the page is typical of newspapers and magazines from the mid-20th century, with a mix of text and images, and a focus on local news and events.

The image is a photograph of an open book, featuring a collage of newspaper clippings and articles. The book is placed on a black surface, and the pages are visible. The clippings are arranged in a way that resembles a scrapbook or a collection of news items. The clippings include articles from The Evening Gazette, The New York Times, and other newspapers. The articles cover various topics, such as art exhibitions, cultural events, and historical figures. The book appears to be a personal collection of news items that the owner found interesting or significant.

The image depicts an open book or magazine page featuring a historical newspaper clipping from The Evening Gazette dated Tuesday, March 1, 1940. The clipping is titled "Around These Paris" and is authored by Frank Crotty. The layout includes a combination of text and a photograph.

Visual Elements:

1. Headline and Title:

   • The headline at the top reads "Around These Paris", indicating a feature or article about events or activities in Paris, Massachusetts.

2. Photograph:

   • A black-and-white photograph of a man is prominently displayed on the right side of the page. The man is wearing glasses, a suit, and a tie, and appears to be in a formal setting. His name is identified as Clarence Amy in the caption below the photo.

3. Text Content:

   • The article discusses various local events and news:
     • Pigeons Racing: Mentions Clarence Amy, who is involved in pigeon racing, noting his success and the upcoming racing season.
     • DeCordova Exhibit: References an art exhibit at the DeCordova Museum, highlighting artists and their works.
     • Rouault Prints: Discusses an acquisition of prints by the artist Rouault at the Worcester Art Museum.
     • Other News: Includes brief mentions of other local events, such as a restaurant opening and museum activities.

4. Layout and Design:

   • The newspaper clipping is neatly arranged with a clear headline, subheadings, and a photograph. The text is typed in a classic newspaper font, and the page appears to be preserved or archived, as indicated by its slightly aged and creased appearance.

5. Handwritten Notes:

   • In the top-right corner of the page, there is handwritten text that reads "Brooklyn" and "Old July 24, 1940", suggesting that this clipping may have been collected or annotated by someone from Brooklyn on July 24, 1940. This adds a personal or archival context to the image.

Contextual Clues:

• The article provides a snapshot of local life in Paris, Massachusetts, during early 1940, covering cultural, artistic, and community events.
• The inclusion of a photograph of Clarence Amy, along with details about pigeon racing, suggests an interest in local hobbies and traditions.
• The handwritten notes imply that this clipping may have been part of a personal collection or archive, possibly for historical or sentimental reasons.

Overall, the image captures a moment in time, showcasing a mix of local news, cultural events, and personal annotation, providing insight into the community and interests of the era.

This image shows a scanned page from a scrapbook where various newspaper clippings have been pasted. The main article's title reads "Around These Parts" by Frank Grotty, featured in "18 The Evening Gazette; Waukesha, Tues., Mar. 7, 1960." Below the headline, there's a subheading that contains categories or topics covered in the article, such as "PIGEONS" and "DECORATION S.E.R.T.S.T." The article appears to be a regular column with local news and tidbits of interest. Unfortunately, due to the angle of the photograph and the way the page curves into the spine, the text is partially obscured, making it difficult to read the full content of the articles. On the right side of the page, there are several smaller clippings, but it is not clear what they are about because the image only shows them partially. There are also some smaller pieces of paper with handwritten notes visible on the right. The scrapbook page itself is dark-colored, and there's a paper clip attached to the top right of the spread, likely holding some of the clippings together.

This is a scanned image of a scrapbook page featuring clippings from newspapers. The page includes an article titled "Around These Parts" by Frank Crotty from The Evening Gazette (dated Worcester, Tuesday, May 1, 1960). The article discusses topics such as pigeons and local news about bird racing enthusiasts. There is also a small blurry photo of a person, possibly referenced in the article, with the caption "Clarence Army – Pigeon Fancier."

To the right of this article, there is a smaller newspaper clipping about a different topic, mentioning concerns over holiday observance and other cultural matters. Handwritten notes appear on the smaller clipping, containing names, dates, and a signature.

The border around the image is black, indicating it was pasted into a scrapbook for archival purposes. A metal tab or clip holds the page in place for display or preservation purposes.

This image shows a scrapbook or album page with several newspaper clippings pasted on it. The largest clipping is a column titled "Around These Parts" by Frank Crotty, dated Tuesday, May 1, 1960, from The Evening Gazette in Worcester. The article discusses Clarence Army, a pigeon racing enthusiast, mentioning his involvement in the sport and some personal details about him and his family.

Next to the large article is a vertical rectangular clipping with a grainy black-and-white photo of Clarence Army signing some papers or a document. There are also smaller clippings surrounding these main pieces, including advertisements and brief news reports. One of the smaller clippings references a "Brooklyn Tablet" and has some handwritten notes or a signature in blue ink.

The overall appearance suggests these clippings were collected for preservation or research, focusing primarily on Clarence Army and related pigeon racing topics. The newspaper pieces are aged, yellowed, and mounted neatly on the scrapbook's dark page.

• A scrapbook page with two old newspaper clippings mounted on a dark backing.
• The large central clipping is titled “Around These Parts” by Frank Crotty, dated March 1, 1960 (The Evening Gazette Worcester). It reads like a local feature about pigeons, with a small portrait at the top and a photo of a person labeled “Clarence Army Pigeon Fancier” toward the bottom.
• To the right is a narrower clipping from the same era, with small text about a local exhibit (part of it is partially torn away). A small torn note or fragment is also attached to the right edge.
• The papers are yellowed with age, showing typical scrapbook wear, and the pages are mounted on a dark page with a metal clip visible at the top.