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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 804916

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The image shows a page from a magazine or guidebook, specifically page 19, which appears to be about Boston. The page is divided into two main sections: a list of recommendations on the left and an article titled "Around the Hub" on the right.

Left Section: Recommendations

This section lists various places and activities in Boston, including:

  1. Steak Ranch: Located at 555 Washington Street, known for steak and seafood.
  2. Parker House: Offers cocktail lounges and dining rooms with a historical ambiance.
  3. Cafe Esplanade: An Italian restaurant on Boylston Street.
  4. Parker Grill: A dining option with a view of the Public Garden.
  5. Water Mill: A restaurant on Boylston Street with a unique atmosphere.
  6. Copley Touraine: A French and Bostonian restaurant with a historical setting.
  7. Country Dining: Recommendations for dining in the countryside.
  8. Spindell's Warwick Inn: A restaurant with a bar and lounge.
  9. Night Clubs: Various nightlife options in Boston.
  10. Boris Mirov's Storyville: A jazz club.
  11. Coffee Houses: Recommendations for coffee shops.
  12. The Golden Fleece: A restaurant with a unique name.

Right Section: Article "Around the Hub"

This section features an article with a photograph of a man and a woman, identified as Texas Kearns and his daughter. The article discusses:

  1. Texas Kearns: An artist with an upcoming exhibit at the Robert C. Vose Galleries.
  2. Fogg Museum: Recent acquisitions, including a painting by Rubens.
  3. New England Spring Flower Show: An event at the Horticultural Society with various garden displays.
  4. Dick Richards Black Angus: An advertisement for a restaurant at 42 Stuart Street, promoting it as Boston's smartest restaurant.

The page also includes an advertisement for "Boston's Biggest Restaurant" at the bottom left, mentioning a roast beef special for $2.95.

Overall, the page provides a snapshot of cultural and dining options in Boston, along with a feature on a local artist and upcoming events.

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The image shows a page from a vintage newspaper or magazine, likely from the mid-20th century, featuring a variety of advertisements and articles.

  1. Advertisements:

    • Left Column:

      • Hotel Kemmerer: Features a mention of its location in downtown Georgetown and its amenities.
      • Berry-Go-Round: A restaurant offering lobster cocktails.
      • Archer House: Known for its lobster cocktail and lobster bisque.
      • Lobby Cocktail: A drink mentioned in conjunction with a hotel.
      • Taylors Hilton: Offers a variety of dining options.
      • Oyster Bar: Highlights a famous oyster bar.
      • Incadilly Inn: Describes a Continental restaurant.
      • Omersey Hotel: Mentions its various dining options, including the New England Village and Lobster Lounge.
    • Right Column:

      • Coffee Houses: Includes ads for places like the Golden Vanity and Safe Florian.
      • Dick Richards Black Angus Restaurant: Prominent advertisement for a restaurant named Dick Richards, located at 42 Stuart St, with an emphasis on their roast beef and other offerings.
  2. Articles:

    • Around the Hub: A small article discussing various local events and exhibits, including the Spring opening of the New England Garden Club at Wrentham Park on March 15.
    • Country Dining: Describes the dining scene in Boston, including the Bostonian Inn and various eateries offering diverse cuisines.
  3. Illustrations:

    • Top Center: A black and white illustration of two figures dancing, likely from a magazine cover or an internal spread.
    • Bottom Center: A vintage ad for Dick Richards' restaurant, with a stylized font and illustration of a cow.

The overall layout suggests a mix of advertisements for local businesses and a brief article or two that provide local news or cultural highlights.

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The image shows a two-page spread from a magazine or a similar publication. The left page features various advertisements and listings, likely for local businesses and events. Some of the listings include:

  1. Hotel Kenmore - Located at 50,000 square feet, offering rooms at $3.50 per night, including breakfast and a shower-bath.
  2. Berry-Go-Round - The Modern Tea Room, open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a special children's hour on Saturdays.
  3. Arker House - Offers Lobby Cocktails and a Continental Breakfast, with a tea room and gift shop featuring fine antiques.
  4. Ritz-Carlton - Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a special children's menu available.
  5. Tavern in the Square - Serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with a cocktail lounge and a gift shop.
  6. The Red Coach Grill - Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, located at 500 Huntington Avenue.
  7. Country Dining - Various restaurants and their specialties are listed, including the Mayflower, the Old Mill, and the St. Regis.
  8. Light Clubs - Lists various nightclubs and their features, such as the Blue Room at the Ritz-Carlton, the Green Room at the Hotel Statler, and the Café de Paris at the Hotel Sheraton.
  9. Coffee Houses - Lists several coffee houses, including the Boston Coffee House and the Green Dragon Tavern.

The right page features an article titled "AROUND THE HUB," with an illustration of two people sitting and talking. The article discusses various events and exhibitions happening around the city, including:

  1. Exhibition of Drawings and Paintings - Featuring works by Yasuo Kuniyoshi at the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. Exhibition of Japanese Prints - At the Fogg Art Museum, featuring works by Yoshito Matsushima.
  3. Spring Exhibitions - The New England Spring Exhibitions at the Boston Garden, featuring various flower shows and garden displays.
  4. Boston Museum of Fine Arts - Acquisitions and new additions to the museum's collection, including a Greek bronze of a horse, a painting by John Singer Sargent, and a tapestry by G. F. Watts.

At the bottom of the right page, there are advertisements for Dick Richards' Black Angus, promoting it as Boston's smartest restaurant, and an ad for the Pilgrim Lounge, advertising roast beef dinner for $2.95.

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The image is of a travel guide or informational brochure detailing various attractions, accommodations, and dining options around the Boston area, referred to as "The Hub."

Lodging:

  1. Sherry Biltmore

    • Located at 1575 Commonwealth Ave, Brighton.
    • Offers a complimentary continental breakfast for guests.
  2. Arker House - Choice of Lord Cookley

    • Located at 1234 Soldiers Field Rd, Brighton.
    • Features a Jacuzzi and sauna, and is close to Boston University.
  3. Hickory Log Motor Lodge

    • Located at 195 Union St, Rockland.
    • Offers a complimentary continental breakfast.
  4. Sicardy Inn

    • Located at 101 Sicardy Circle, Seekonk.
    • Features an outdoor pool and is near attractions like Battleship Cove.
  5. Somerset Hotel

    • Located at 400 Commonwealth Ave, near Kenmore Square.
    • Provides a free continental breakfast.
  6. Taftler Milton

    • Located at 190 Wood Road, Braintree.
    • Offers indoor swimming pool and sauna, and includes breakfast.
  7. Hotel Touraine

    • Located at 62 Boylston Street, Boston.
    • A historic hotel with elegant rooms.

Dining:

  1. Country Dining

    • Olivia's at Longmeadow: Situated at Route 5, Longmeadow. Open from 7 AM to 9 PM daily.
  2. Dongfellows' Wainwright Inn

    • Located at 42 Brattle Street, Cambridge.
    • Offers a unique blend of traditional and contemporary cuisine.

Night Clubs:

  1. Lincoln's Village

    • Located in Saugus.
    • Features live bands and dancing from 9 PM to 1 AM.
  2. George Wein's Storyville

    • Located in Boston.
    • Known for live jazz performances.

Offee Houses:

  1. Florian Café

    • Located in the Boston Common.
    • Offers a historic setting with outdoor seating.
  2. The Golden Vanity

    • Located in Boston.
    • Known for its cozy atmosphere.

Special Attraction:

  • Around the Hub

    • Mentions the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum which exhibits highly-prized artworks.
    • Highlights the Museum of Fine Arts' exhibition of rare Islamic miniatures from Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller.
  • Spring Exhibitions

    • New England Crafts at the Worcester Art Museum (March 13 to April 27).
    • “Gardens of the Americans” at the Massachusetts Horticultural Society (April 16 to June 14).

Restaurant Advertisements:

  1. Boston's Smartest Restaurant

    • Dick Richards Black Angus
    • Open daily from 4 PM to 1 AM.
    • Located at 42 Stuart Street, near Tremont.
    • Features valet parking.
  2. Boston's Largest Restaurant

    • The Roast Beef
    • Priced at $2.95.
    • Located at the Pilgrim Lounge.

This brochure serves as a comprehensive guide for travelers looking to explore various lodging, dining, and entertainment options in and around Boston.

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The image is a page from what appears to be an old newspaper or magazine. The page contains various advertisements and articles, likely from the 1960s or 1970s, judging by the style and content.

Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. Advertisements:

    • Hotel Kennmore: Located in Stoughton, Massachusetts. It is advertised as having 90 rooms, with prices starting at $7.50 per night.
    • Ferry-Go-Round: An amusement ride at the Albertson Plaza in Boston, described as a "joyful, colorful, whirling, spinning, roundabout."
    • Lobby Cocktail: Advertisement for a cocktail at the Arker House in Boston.
    • Iccadilly Inn: Located in Concord, Massachusetts, it is a Continental Coffee Shop offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
    • Omersey Hotel: In Concord, Massachusetts, offering rooms and meals.
    • Taylor Hilton: A Detroit hotel with a cocktail lounge.
    • Otel Touraine: Located in Trenton, New Jersey, featuring a restaurant and bar.
    • Country Dining:
      • Colonial Inn: In Concord, Massachusetts, with a dining room and lounge.
      • Dunfey's Wayside Inn: In Sudbury, Massachusetts, offering a restaurant and lounge.
      • Lincoln's Village: In Concord, Massachusetts, with a restaurant and lounge.
      • George W. Storyville: In Concord, Massachusetts, offering a restaurant and lounge.
    • Coffee Houses:
      • Cafe Florian: In Boston, Massachusetts, offering Continental Coffee.
      • The Golden Vanity: In Cambridge, Massachusetts, offering coffee, sandwiches, and cakes.
      • The Pilgrim Lounge: In Boston, Massachusetts, advertising itself as the largest restaurant with a "Roast Beef" special.
    • Boston's Smartest Restaurant: Advertisement for Dick Richards' Black Angus restaurant, located at 42 Stuart Street, Newton, Massachusetts, with a special mention of a dinner special for $2.95.
  2. Articles:

    • Around the Hub: An article discussing an exhibition of drawings and paintings by Yasuo Kuniyoshi at the Boston Public Library, highlighting his draughtsmanship and the influence of Western techniques on his art.
    • Spring is Sprung: An article about the opening of the New England Spring Flower Show at the Boston Garden, detailing the gardens, flowers, and plants on display, including a formal Rose Garden, a Cape Cod Garden, and a Japanese Garden. It also mentions the various exhibits and the opening ceremony.

The page combines a mix of local advertisements for hotels, restaurants, and coffee houses with articles on cultural events and exhibitions, providing a snapshot of life and entertainment in the Boston area during that period.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or magazine, featuring a mix of advertisements and articles. Here's a detailed summary:

Advertisements:

  1. Hotel Kenmore:

    • Located at 899 Boylston Street.
    • Offers rooms with private baths and a special rate of $9.95 per night.
    • Features a bar, lounge, and cocktail lounge.
    • Address: 899 Boylston Street, Boston, MA.
  2. Barber House:

    • Offers a "Lobby Cocktail" with a $1.25 charge.
    • Located at 36 Newbury Street, Boston, MA.
  3. Hilton Hotel:

    • Special cocktail prices at $1.50.
    • Located at 47 Park Plaza, Boston.
  4. Touraine Hotel:

    • Features a cocktail lounge.
    • Located at 200 Tremont Street, Boston.
  5. Dick Richards' Black Angus:

    • A restaurant advertisement promoting their black angus steaks.
    • Located at 42 Stuart Street, Boston.
    • Hours: 4 PM to midnight.
    • Special mention of their "Pilgrim Lounge."
  6. Coffee Houses:

    • The Golden Vanity: Located at 34 Cambridge Street, Boston.
    • Safé Florian: Located at 82 Newbury Street, Boston.
  7. Omerset Hotel:

    • Located at 100 Corners Avenue, Newton, MA.
  8. Lobby Bar:

    • Located at the Touraine Hotel, 200 Tremont Street, Boston.

Articles:

  1. Around the Hub:

    • Features an article with a photo of two horses.
    • The article discusses the spring opening of the New England Botanical Club's garden show at the Arnold Arboretum.
    • The show is themed around the 90th anniversary of the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
    • Highlights include the "Garden of the Month" and a retrospective of Yasuo Kuniyoshi's work.
    • The show runs from March 19 to April 18, 1963.
  2. Country Dining:

    • Lists various dining spots with their addresses and specialties:
      • The Colonial Inn: 1134 Commonwealth Ave.
      • The English Rose Inn: 141 Newbury Street.
      • The Wayside Inn: 100 Wayside Road, Sudbury.
      • George Wein's Storyville: 200 Tremont Street.
  3. Othe Articles:

    • Lists a few other dining options and mentions the "Fogg Museum" acquisitions, including rare Islamic miniatures from the estate of Mrs. Abby Aldrich Rockefeller.

Additional Information:

  • The page also includes a brief mention of the "Fogg Museum" and their recent acquisitions.
  • The page has a mix of advertisements for hotels, restaurants, and coffee houses, along with articles about cultural events and dining options in the Boston area.

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The image shows an open book or magazine page. The left-hand side has various small advertisements and snippets of information, which are likely related to local businesses and events, including mentions of "HOTEL KENMORE," "BARKER HOUSE," "SOMERSET HOTEL," and sections like "NIGHT CLUBS" and "COFFEE HOUSES" with various entries beneath.

The right-hand side of the page is titled "AROUND THE HUB" and has a main article with a picture inset. The article appears to be discussing cultural events and happenings in the area referred to as "The Hub," which is often a nickname for Boston, Massachusetts. There are references to spring flowers, art exhibitions, and a formal Rose Garden by The National Association of Gardeners.

The inset picture shows a drawing of two people—presumably a man and a woman—sharing an intimate kiss. This image is likely related to the cultural or artistic content mentioned in the article. Above the illustration, it mentions "Yasuo Kuniyoshi's highly-praised 'Adam and Eve.'"

Below the main article, there is an advertisement for "BOSTON'S Smartest RESTAURANT Dick RICHARDS Black Angus," located at "42 STUART ST. NEAR TREMONT," encouraging readers to "PARK YOUR CAR WITH OUR DOORMAN."

The advertisement features bold lettering and an illustrated portrait of a man's face, possibly "Dick Richards," the name associated with the restaurant. There are also details about opening hours and a special "ROAST BEEF $2.95."

The page is mounted inside the book or binder on its upper corners without obscuring the text, suggesting that it may be archived or preserved. The backdrop is a neutral-toned wall or background. The overall layout, font types, and advertisement style suggest that this material is from an earlier era, possibly mid-20th century.

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The image shows a page from a vintage magazine or newspaper. The main article is titled "AROUND THE HUB" and features a black-and-white illustration of two people embracing, likely a mother and daughter, as mentioned in the text.

The article discusses a retrospective exhibition of the Japanese-American draftsman Yasuo Kuniyoshi's drawings and paintings, focusing on his work "Mother and Daughter." It highlights Kuniyoshi's unique blend of Oriental and Western artistic influences and his contributions to modern culture. The article also mentions the Fogg Museum's recent acquisitions, including rare Islamic miniatures and Greek art.

Additionally, the article talks about upcoming spring events in the New England area, including:

  • The New England Spring Flower Show at Wonderland Park in Revere, Massachusetts.
  • The "Gardens of the Americas" exhibition sponsored by the Massachusetts Horticultural Society.
  • Various garden themes and floral displays such as a formal Rose Garden, a Florida Garden, and other themed gardens from different regions including New Orleans, Canada, and Korea.

There is also an advertisement at the bottom for "Dick Richards Black Angus," described as "Boston's Smartest Restaurant," located at 42 Stuart St. near Tremont, with a note about parking assistance from a doorman.

On the left side of the image, there are listings for various hotels, dining spots, nightclubs, and coffee houses in Boston, including the Hotel Kenmore and Tatler Hilton. The Pilgrim Lounge is advertised as "Boston's Largest Restaurant," offering roast beef for $2.95.

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The image is a photograph of a page from a magazine or a brochure, which is open to display both the left and right pages. The left page contains a list of establishments, possibly restaurants or bars, with their names, locations, and brief descriptions of their offerings. The right page features a heading "AROUND THE HUB" at the top, followed by a series of articles or short features about various events and exhibitions in the area, including art exhibitions, garden shows, and cultural events. Below the articles, there is an advertisement for "Dick Richards' Black Angus" restaurant, with a logo and address. The page is laid out on a flat surface, and the magazine or brochure appears to be made of paper with a beige cover.

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The image shows an open book, which appears to be a travel guide or a magazine. The book is placed on a table, and its pages are open to a section titled "Around the Hub." The page features a black-and-white image of a couple, possibly a man and a woman, standing close to each other, with their heads touching. The image has a vintage or nostalgic feel, and the text accompanying it describes the couple as "an example of your Bostonian romance." Below the image, there is a list of restaurants, bars, and cafes in Boston, with descriptions of their atmosphere, food, and drink offerings. The book's cover is not visible in the image, but it is likely that it features a title or a photograph related to the content of the book.