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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from various publications, dated between May 19 and June 19, 1960. These clippings are arranged on a black page, which appears to be part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents. The newspapers include the "Gazette," the "Sunday Times," and the "Sun," among others, and they cover a range of topics.

Some of the headlines include:

  1. "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit" (Gazette, May 19, 1960)
  2. "Harvard to Help in Excavation of Ancient Capital of Israelites" (Sunday Times, June 19, 1960)
  3. "To Excavate Croesus Site" (Sun, June 15, 1960)
  4. "Diggers Could Strike It Rich" (Times, June 15, 1960)
  5. "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue" (New England Newsclip Agency, Inc., June 18, 1960)

The clippings often reference archaeological and historical events, with a focus on Harvard University’s involvement in excavation and research projects. The clippings also highlight the interest in historical art, specifically the works of Sir Thomas Lawrence, and the involvement of experts like Dr. Kenneth Garlick in these projects. The annotations and signatures on the clippings suggest that the book is a personal collection, possibly curated by someone named Mrs. Moffett.

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This image is a scanned page of a scrapbook or clipping file that contains several newspaper clippings from various publications dated around mid-June 1960. The clippings are related to academic and historical topics, particularly focusing on art and archaeology.

  1. The largest clipping is from the "Gazette (e)" of Worcester, Mass., dated May 19, 1960. The headline reads, "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit." The article discusses Dr. Kenneth Garlick, a lecturer from the University of Birmingham, who visited the Worcester Art Museum to view a painting of Sir Thomas Lawrence. The clipping includes a photograph of Dr. Garlick standing next to the painting.

  2. The second largest clipping is from the "Sunday Times" of New York, N.Y., dated June 19, 1960. The headline is "Harvard to Help in Excavation Of Ancient Capital of Israelites." This article discusses Harvard University's involvement in archaeological excavations in Shechem, an ancient city in Israel.

  3. There are several smaller clippings from different newspapers, including the "Patriot-Ledger (e)" of Quincy, Mass., dated June 15, 1960, with the headline "To Excavate Croesus Site"; the "Sun (e)" of Lowell, Mass., dated June 15, 1960, with the headline "Summer Project"; the "Times (e)" of Hartford, Conn., dated June 15, 1960, with the headline "Diggers Could Strike It Rich"; and the "Sunday Herald Tribune" of New York, N.Y., dated June 19, 1960, with the headline "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue."

All the clippings are from the New England Newscclip Agency, Inc., and have been annotated with the name "Mrs. Moffett" and the date "June 19, 1960" on some of them. The clippings are arranged on a dark background, possibly a scrapbook or a folder.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings, arranged on a black background. Each clipping is a rectangular piece of paper with printed text and some images. The clippings are from various newspapers, as indicated by the different headers and fonts. The clippings are dated from 1960 to 1965, as shown by the dates at the top of each clipping.

The first clipping is from the Worcester Telegram and Gazette, dated May 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a painting, holding a frame. The text below the image reads "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit."

The second clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Harvard to Help in Excavation of Ancient Capital of Israelites."

The third clipping is from the Hartford Courant, dated June 15, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Diggers Could Strike It Rich."

The fourth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue."

The fifth clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Harvard to Help in Excavation of Ancient Capital of Israelites."

The sixth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "To Excavate Croesus Site."

The seventh clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Summer Project."

The eighth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue."

The ninth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Harvard to Help in Excavation of Ancient Capital of Israelites."

The tenth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "To Excavate Croesus Site."

The eleventh clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Summer Project."

The twelfth clipping is from the New York Times, dated June 19, 1960. It features a photograph of a man standing in front of a large stone structure. The text below the image reads "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue."

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The image shows a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings, articles, and photographs related to an exhibition of Sir Thomas Lawrence's paintings at the Worcester Art Museum in 1960. The clippings include articles from the Worcester Gazette, the New York Times, and the Hartford Courant, covering topics such as the exhibition's opening, the life and works of Sir Thomas Lawrence, and the significance of his paintings. The image also features photographs of the paintings on display, as well as a portrait of the artist.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings compiled into a scrapbook or archive. The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, showcasing various articles from the New England Newsday Agency, Inc., dated between June 15, 1960, and June 19, 1960. The articles are printed on standard newspaper paper and are organized into four columns, each featuring different headlines and content.

Key Details:

Top Row:

  1. Left Column:

    • Headline: "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit"
    • Subheading: "By Janet L. Winkelhans, Gazette Staff Reporter"
    • Content: Discusses a lecture by Mrs. William Lock, an English lecturer, at the Worcester Art Museum. The article mentions her expertise in fine arts and her presentation on Lawrence's paintings, including a discussion of "Lawrence Views" and the museum's collection.
  2. Right Column:

    • Headline: "Harvard to Help in Excavation Of Ancient Capital of Israelites"
    • Subheading: "Special to The Times"
    • Content: Reports on Harvard University's involvement in archaeological excavations at Shechem, an ancient city believed to be the capital of the Israelites. The article details the discovery of structures, including a temple, and mentions the historical significance of the site.

Middle Row:

  1. Left Column:

    • Headline: "Patriot-Ledger (e) Quincy, Mass. Cre. 92,367 JUN 15 1960"
    • Content: This appears to be a header or masthead of the Patriot-Ledger newspaper, indicating the publication details.
  2. Right Column:

    • Headline: "To Excavate Croesus Site"
    • Subheading: "Harvard and Cornell archaeologists plan joint expedition this summer"
    • Content: Discusses plans for an archaeological expedition to the site of ancient Croesus, a city in Asia Minor. The article highlights the collaboration between Harvard and Cornell University and the potential discoveries related to ancient Roman and early Christian history.

Bottom Row:

  1. Left Column:

    • Headline: "Diggers Could Strike It Rich"
    • Subheading: "Harvard and Cornell archaeologists plan to explore fortress once sought by Alexander the Great"
    • Content: Reports on an archaeological expedition planned by Harvard and Cornell to explore an ancient fortress site believed to have been sought by Alexander the Great. The article emphasizes the historical and potential economic significance of the site.
  2. Right Column:

    • Headline: "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue"
    • Subheading: "Cambridge, Mass., June 18 (UPI)—Summer also will look for ancient Roman buildings and vestiges of early Christian sites"
    • Content: Details ongoing archaeological work at an ancient city site, with a focus on uncovering Roman and early Christian structures. The article mentions the involvement of scholars and the potential discoveries related to the city's history.

Visual Elements:

  • Layout: The clippings are neatly arranged in a grid, with each article occupying a distinct section. The text is printed in a standard newspaper font, and the headlines are bold and prominent.
  • Headlines: Each article has a clear, bold headline that summarizes the main topic.
  • Dates: The dates (June 15–19, 1960) are visible at the top of each clipping, indicating when the articles were published.
  • Illustrations: One of the articles includes a small photograph of two individuals, likely related to the lecture or exhibit discussed in the article.

Overall Context:

The scrapbook appears to document significant cultural, historical, and archaeological events from June 1960, with a focus on lectures, museum exhibits, and archaeological expeditions. The articles highlight the intersection of art, history, and archaeology, reflecting the intellectual and scholarly interests of the time. The inclusion of photographs and detailed reporting suggests a comprehensive record of these events.

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The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings arranged within a black scrapbook or photo album, with the clippings featuring various articles and advertisements from the 1960s. The clippings are attached to the pages of the scrapbook using adhesive, and they cover a range of topics, including news, sports, and entertainment.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • Article about a painting exhibit: The first clipping is an article about a painting exhibit featuring works by Dr. Kenneth Garlick. The article includes a photo of the painting and provides information about the artist and the exhibit.
  • Article about a summer project: The second clipping is an article about a summer project at Harvard University, which includes a photo of a person working on the project.
  • Article about a diggers strike: The third clipping is an article about a diggers strike, which includes a photo of a person holding a pickaxe.
  • Article about a work on site of ancient city: The fourth clipping is an article about a work on site of an ancient city, which includes a photo of a person excavating a site.
  • Article about a Harvard to help in excavation of ancient capital of Israelites: The fifth clipping is an article about Harvard University's involvement in the excavation of the ancient capital of Israelites, which includes a photo of a person holding a shovel.
  • Article about a English lecturer in the fine arts tours museum's Lawrence exhibit: The sixth clipping is an article about an English lecturer who is touring the Lawrence exhibit at a museum, which includes a photo of the lecturer and a painting from the exhibit.

Scrapbook or Photo Album:

  • Black cover: The scrapbook or photo album has a black cover with a clear plastic sheet covering the clippings.
  • Adhesive: The clippings are attached to the pages of the scrapbook using adhesive.
  • Pages: The scrapbook has multiple pages, each with a different set of clippings.

Background:

  • Gray background: The background of the image is a light gray color.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the contents of a scrapbook or photo album from the 1960s, featuring a variety of newspaper clippings on different topics.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page featuring newspaper clippings from 1960, showcasing various articles and advertisements. The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping each other.

Main Article:
The central article is titled "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit" and features a black-and-white photograph of a man holding a framed painting. The article discusses the exhibit and the lecturer's tour of the museum.

Other Articles:
Other articles on the page include:

  • "Harvard to Help in Excavation Of Ancient Capital of Israelites"
  • "To Excavate Croesus Site"
  • "Summer Project"
  • "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue"
  • "Diggers Could Strike It Rich"

Advertisements:
There are also several advertisements on the page, including one for a summer project and another for a excavation site.

Overall:
The scrapbook page provides a glimpse into the news and events of 1960, with a focus on art, history, and archaeology. The collage-style arrangement of the clippings adds a visually interesting element to the page.

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The image is a black scrapbook page containing several newspaper clippings from June 1960. The clippings are related to archaeology and feature articles about excavations at various sites, including Shechem and Sardis.

The clippings are arranged in a collage style on the page, with some overlapping or placed on top of others. The articles are from different newspapers, including the New York Times, the Sunday Herald Tribune, and the Patriot-Ledger.

The headlines of the articles include "English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit," "Harvard to Help in Excavation of Ancient Capital of Israelites," "To Excavate Croesus Site," "Digger's Could Strike It Rich," and "Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue."

The clippings are yellowed and worn, suggesting that they are old and have been handled frequently. The scrapbook page is bound with black rings, and the background is a plain gray color.

Overall, the image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings related to archaeology, likely compiled by someone with an interest in the subject.

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The image presents a collection of vintage newspaper clippings, arranged on a dark gray background that resembles a scrapbook or photo album page. The clippings are yellowed and feature black text, with some bearing handwritten dates and names.

Newspaper Clippings:

  • English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum's Lawrence Exhibit
    • Published in Worcester, Mass.
    • Dated May 19, 1960
    • Features a photo of two individuals standing beside a portrait
  • Harvard to Help in Excavation Of Ancient Capital of Israelites
    • Published in New York, N.Y.
    • Dated June 19, 1960
  • To Excavate Croesus Site
    • Published in Lowvell, Mass.
    • Dated June 15, 1960
  • Diggers Could Strike It Rich
    • Published in Hartford, Conn.
    • Dated June 15, 1960
  • Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue
    • Published in New York, N.Y.
    • Dated June 19, 1960

Visual Elements:

  • A clear plastic sheet is placed over the top-right corner of the clippings.
  • The background features a dark gray color, resembling a scrapbook or photo album page.

Overall Impression:

The image appears to be a curated collection of historical newspaper articles, showcasing various events and topics from June 1960. The arrangement of the clippings and the use of a dark gray background create a visually appealing display, suggesting that the image may be part of a larger archive or exhibit.

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The image is a collection of newspaper clippings from 1960, each reporting on different events and topics. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping

    • Date: May 19, 1960
    • Source: Gazette, Worcester, Mass.
    • Title: English Lecturer in the Fine Arts Tours Museum’s Lawrence Exhibit
    • Content: The article discusses Janet L. Winkelhans, an English lecturer, who toured the Lawrence exhibit at the Worcester Art Museum. The exhibit features works by Thomas Lawrence, a renowned English portrait painter.
  2. Top Right Clipping

    • Date: June 19, 1960
    • Source: Sunday Times, New York, N.Y.
    • Title: Harvard to Help in Excavation Of Ancient Capital of Israelites
    • Content: The article reports on Harvard University's involvement in the excavation of the ancient city of Samaria, the capital of the Israelites. The project is led by archaeologist Dr. Paul W. Lapp and supported by Harvard's Semitic Museum.
  3. Middle Right Clipping

    • Date: June 19, 1960
    • Source: Lowell Sun, Lowell, Mass.
    • Title: To Excavate Croesus Site
    • Content: The article discusses the archaeological excavation of the ancient city of Sardis, the capital of King Croesus, in Turkey. The expedition is a joint effort between Harvard and Cornell Universities.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping

    • Date: June 15, 1960
    • Source: Times, Hartford, Conn.
    • Title: Diggers Could Strike It Rich
    • Content: The article speculates on the potential wealth that archaeologists might uncover during the excavation of the ancient city of Sardis, known for its association with King Croesus and his legendary wealth.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping

    • Date: June 18, 1960
    • Source: Cambridge, Mass.
    • Title: Work on Site of Ancient City to Continue
    • Content: The article reports on the ongoing archaeological work at the site of the ancient city of Sardis. The excavation is expected to reveal significant historical and cultural artifacts.
  6. Center Clipping

    • Date: June 19, 1960
    • Source: Sunday Herald Tribune, New York, N.Y.
    • Title: Mrs. William Lock and Friend
    • Content: The article features a photograph of Mrs. William Lock and Dr. Kenneth Garlick viewing a Lawrence painting. The painting is part of an exhibit at the Worcester Art Museum.

The clippings are arranged on a black background, likely part of a scrapbook or archive, documenting cultural and archaeological news from 1960.