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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, February 1958-December 1960

ARCH.2003.34, Rendition: 807118

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This image displays an open, dark gray archival scrapbook or press clipping album, showing one page with several newspaper clippings mounted on it.

The clippings are from late 1960, primarily from Massachusetts and Minnesota.

Here’s a breakdown of the visible items:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • From the Malden, Mass. newspaper (New England Newslip Agency, Inc.), dated Dec 6, 1960.
    • Headline: “OK $159,642 Library Budget at Meeting; Income Hits $30,500”.
    • The article discusses the Malden Public Library’s budget for 1961, including maintenance, salaries, and book purchases. It notes attendance at recent lectures and mentions the election of Susan L. Knox as a junior librarian. The clipping is slightly yellowed and has handwritten annotations.
  2. Center Clipping:

    • From the Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn., dated Wednesday, December 7, 1960.
    • Headline: “Old Oil Portrait Is Called Work of Noted Copley”.
    • This article reports on the authentication of a portrait by British art experts as the work of John Singleton Copley, valued between $10,000 and $20,000. It mentions White Plains, N.Y.-based art dealer Robert S. Sloan and expert opinions from institutions including the Metropolitan Museum of Art and Harvard University.
  3. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • From the Advocate, Sharon, Mass., dated Dec 8 – 1960 (likely 1960).
    • Headline: Discusses a Cambridge Y.M.C.A. chess team defeating the Sharon Chess Club 2½ to 1½ in a match.
    • Details include wins by Capt. Emil Reubens and Richard Preuder for Sharon, and an anecdote about the "Sharon pawn pushers" who are "next cross pawns with the Checkmate Club of the Boston Y.M.C.A. on December 9th."

The clippings are affixed to the dark, textured page of the bound album, which is open against a plain background. The overall presentation suggests a personal or institutional collection documenting local events, arts, and community news from that period.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of cut-out newspaper articles. It contains several clippings pasted onto a black background. The articles are dated December 6, 1960, and December 8, 1960, from various sources such as the New England Newsclip Agency, the Advocate, and the Milwaukee (Wis.) Journal.

The content of the articles includes:

  1. A news item about a library budget meeting, where the trustees of the Malden Public Library agree to a budget of $159,642 for 1961. It mentions an income of $30,500 and discusses various decisions made by the trustees, such as the grant of three Richardson chairs and four light fixtures to the Fogg Art Museum of Harvard University, and the renaming of the library and branches at noon on Saturday, December 24 and 31.
  2. A clipping from the Western Press Clipping Exchange in Minneapolis, Minnesota, discussing the authentication of an old oil portrait by John Singleton Copley.
  3. A news snippet from the Advocate, Sharon, Massachusetts, reporting on a chess match between the Cambridge Y.M.C.A. and the Sharon Chess Club, with results and details about a particular game.

The articles seem to be part of a collection related to local events, cultural developments, and community news from 1960.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings pasted onto it. The clippings are from different sources and dates in December 1960. Here's a detailed description of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping: This is from the "New England Newsclip Agency, Inc." and is dated December 6, 1960. It is from the "News (e)" section of a newspaper in Malden, Mass., with a circulation of 10,708. The headline reads, "OK $159,642 Library Budget at Meeting; Income Hits $30,500." The article discusses the budget for the Malden Public Library for 1961, mentioning various details about the budget, income, and activities of the library.

  2. Center Clipping: This clipping is from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" in Minneapolis, Minn., and is dated Wednesday, December 7, 1960. The headline is "Old Oil Portrait Is Called Work of Noted Copley." The article discusses an oil portrait that has been authenticated as the work of John Singleton Copley, a famous American artist of the pre-Revolutionary War period. It mentions the authentication process and the value of the painting.

  3. Bottom Right Clipping: This clipping is from the "Advocate" in Sharon, Mass., and is dated December 8, 1960. The headline is not visible, but the article discusses a chess match between the Cambridge Y.M.C.A. chess team and the Sharon Chess Club. It details the scores and outcomes of the games, mentioning specific players and their performances.

The scrapbook page itself is black, and the clippings are attached with adhesive. There are also some handwritten notes and markings on the clippings, including the word "Fogg" written on the center clipping. The overall layout suggests that this scrapbook page is part of a collection of news articles related to cultural and community events.

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The image is a photograph of a scrapbook page. The page is filled with various newspaper clippings and notes, all pasted onto a black background. The clippings are from different newspapers and cover a range of topics, including local news, cultural events, and personal achievements.

At the top left corner of the page, there is a clipping from the "New England News" dated December 6, 1960. The headline reads "OK $159,642 Library Budget at Meeting; Income Hits $30,500." This clipping appears to be about a budget meeting for a library, highlighting the approved budget and income figures.

Below this clipping, there is another piece of paper with handwritten text. It mentions "Old Portrait Is Called Work of Noted Copley," indicating a discussion or announcement about an old portrait attributed to a famous artist named Copley.

To the right of the Copley clipping, there is a small note that reads "Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn." This suggests that the clippings may have been collected from a press clipping service.

Further down the page, there is a clipping from the "Sharon Advocate" dated December 8, 1960. The headline reads "A strong Cambridge Y.M.C.A. chess team leads the Sharon Chess Club 3 to 1 1/2, with an adjourned game to be adjudicated." This clipping is about a chess match between two clubs, with details about the scores and an adjourned game.

Below the chess clipping, there is another note that reads "Adv." This could be an abbreviation for "advertisement" or "advertiser," possibly indicating that the clippings are part of a collection for advertising purposes.

The overall layout of the page is somewhat chaotic, with clippings and notes pasted haphazardly. The black background provides a stark contrast to the white and colored text of the clippings, making them stand out. The page appears to be a personal or institutional collection of news clippings, possibly for reference or historical purposes.

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The image shows a black-colored folder that contains multiple pieces of paper, some of which have text printed on them. The text on the papers appears to be clippings from newspapers or magazines, and they cover topics such as library budgets, art exhibitions, and chess matches. The papers are arranged in a way that suggests they were collected and organized by someone, possibly for research or reference purposes.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings mounted on a dark background, likely within a scrapbook or archival display. The clippings are organized and appear to be preserved for historical or research purposes. Here’s a detailed description:

General Layout:

  • The clippings are arranged in a grid-like format, with each article or clipping clearly separated and labeled.
  • The background is dark, possibly black, which contrasts sharply with the lighter-colored newspaper clippings, making the text and images stand out.

Individual Clippings:

Top Left Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: "OK $159,642 Library Budget at Meeting: Income Hits $30,500"
  • Details:
    • This clipping discusses the budget and income of a library, likely the Malden Public Library in Massachusetts.
    • It mentions that the trustees adopted a budget of $159,642 for the fiscal year, with income reaching $30,500, representing an increase of $12,000.
    • The article includes details about the meeting, attendees, and decisions made, such as granting light fixtures to the Harvard Art Museum and appointing a junior librarian.

Top Right Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN."
  • Details:
    • This is a header or label, indicating that the clipping is part of a Western Press Clipping Exchange from Minneapolis, Minnesota.
    • The date is noted as Wednesday, December 3, 1960.
    • The content appears to be a news article, but the main text is not fully visible in this section.

Middle Left Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: Not fully visible, but it appears to be a continuation of the library-related news.
  • Details:
    • This clipping continues the discussion about the library budget and related matters.
    • It mentions the appointment of Miss Susan L. Knox of Melrose as a junior librarian at Boston University.
    • It also references an orientation lecture on the sophomore class at Malden High School.

Middle Right Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: "Old Oil Portrait of Noted Copley Is Called Workly"
  • Details:
    • This article discusses an oil portrait attributed to John Singleton Copley, a renowned American artist of the 18th century.
    • The portrait, depicting a woman named White Plains, was authenticated by art experts.
    • The article provides background on the painting, including its history, authentication process, and estimated value between $10,000 and $20,000.
    • It notes that the portrait was part of a collection purchased by the Robert S. White family and later sold to the Fogg Museum.

Bottom Left Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: Not fully visible, but it appears to be related to a chess match or sports event.
  • Details:
    • This clipping discusses a chess match involving Captain Emil Reuben and Professor Coolidge at the Cambridge Y.M.C.A.
    • It describes the match as an easy victory for Coolidge, who won by a score of 2 to 0.
    • The article mentions Coolidge's skill and the challenges faced by his opponent, Reuben.

Bottom Right Clipping:

  • Title/Headline: "Advocate WEEKLY Circ. 2,200 DEC 8 - 1960"
  • Details:
    • This is a header from the Advocate Weekly newspaper, indicating its circulation and publication date (December 8, 1960).
    • The article below discusses a chess match at the Cambridge Y.M.C.A. Chess Club, where Captain Emil Reuben played against Professor Coolidge.
    • Coolidge won the match decisively, with a score of 2 to 0, and the article highlights his strategic advantage and the challenges faced by Reuben.

Additional Observations:

  • Preservation: The clippings appear to be well-preserved, likely mounted on acid-free material to prevent deterioration.
  • Context: The clippings cover a range of topics, including local government (library budget), art (Copley portrait), and sports (chess match), reflecting a diverse collection of news from the early 1960s.
  • Date Stamps: Some clippings have date stamps or markings, such as "DEC 6 1960" and "DEC 8 1960," indicating when they were clipped or archived.

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a curated collection of historical newspaper clippings, likely intended for research, archival, or educational purposes. The variety of topics and the careful arrangement suggest an effort to preserve and organize significant events and news from the time period.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings neatly glued on a matte black page. The clippings are related to various topics, featuring headlines and article fragments. The visible details are:

  1. Top left clipping: Dated December 6, 1960, from Malden, Massachusetts. It discusses a $159,642 library budget approval and mentions an income of $30,500, addressing library funding and related topics.

  2. Center clipping: Appears to come from a publication in Minneapolis, Minnesota, dated December 1960. It covers a story about an old oil portrait identified as the work of John Singleton Copley, a famous pre-revolutionary American artist.

  3. Right clipping: Dated December 8, 1960, from Sharon, Massachusetts. This article references a chess tournament held by the Sharon YMCA, discussing matches and outcomes while mentioning participants and accomplishments.

The page is part of a larger scrapbook or archival collection documenting various events or pieces of interest, highlighting its historical and thematic value.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings carefully arranged and pasted onto a black scrapbook page. The clippings are of various sizes and appear to be from different newspapers, as indicated by the different headings and typesets. Some clippings have handwritten notes or stamps on them, adding context or perhaps organizing details for the person who collected them.

The clippings seem to cover a range of topics, though not all text is fully visible due to the clippings being cut off or overlapped. One of the clippings with a visible date reads "DEC 6 1960" and mentions a library budget. Another clipping, partially covered, mentions an "Old Oil Portrait" and refers to it as a work of a notable artist, mentioning it could be valued between $10,000 and $800,000.

There's a stamp from "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN." visible on one of the clippings, suggesting that at least some of these clippings were processed by a media monitoring service, which provided clients with relevant newspaper articles.

The overall feel of the image is archival, suggesting a historical or research interest in the contents of the clippings. The scrapbook itself shows signs of wear, especially at the edges, suggesting it has been handled and possibly aged over time.

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The image shows a black scrapbook page with three distinct newspaper clippings and one white label from a press clipping exchange.

  1. On the left side, there is a long newspaper clipping titled "OK $159,642 Library Budget at Meeting; Income Hits $30,500." It talks about the Malden Library adopting a budget of $159,642 for 1961, mentioning trustees, appointments, and an orientation lecture for librarians. The clipping is dated December 6, 1960.

  2. In the middle, below a white label from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn.," there's a small clipping titled "Old Oil Portrait Is Called Work of Noted Copley." It discusses an oil portrait authenticated by art experts as the work of John Singleton Copley, a famous American artist. The value of the portrait is estimated between $10,000 and $20,000. The label is from the Milwaukee Journal, dated Wednesday, December 7, 1960.

  3. On the right side, there is a column clipping from the "Advocate SHARON, Mass." The article is about a Cambridge Y.M.C.A. chess team leading the Sharon Chess Club 2½ to 1½ after a game at the Cambridge Y.M.C.A., featuring details about individual games and players. This clipping is dated December 8, 1960.

The clippings are neatly affixed to the page, and the edges of the scrapbook show some wear and tear.

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The image shows a black presentation binder/page with several small, yellowed newspaper clippings pasted onto it like a collage. The clippings are arranged in a few vertical strips along the left and center of the page. They include headlines about a library budget and income around December 1960, a small clipping from a “Western Press Clipping Exchange” notice, and other short articles such as one about an “Old Oil Portrait” and a Cambridge YMCA piece. The papers look aged and tattered, giving a vintage, documentary feel to the page. There are no people visible in the image.