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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 804924

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The image is a page from a program or booklet for the Boston Opera Association, Inc., dated 1959. The page is divided into several sections:

  1. Board of Directors:

    • The top section lists the Board of Directors and their positions. Notable names include:
      • John G. Cushman (President)
      • Bradford M. Endicott (Vice President)
      • Harrison Keller (General Manager)
      • Harriet E. O'Brien (Managing Director)
      • James Lawrence, Jr.
      • Russell B. Sears
      • Werner Bradford Trafford
      • Oliver Wolcott
  2. Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959:

    • The middle section lists the subscribers to the Guarantee Fund for the year 1959. The list includes various individuals and couples, such as:
      • Irwin Y. Abell
      • Mr. and Mrs. Clifford J. Abbotson
      • Mr. and Mrs. Harlan W. Adams
      • Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Albrecht
      • Mr. and Mrs. Archibald Aloian
      • Dr. and Mrs. Archibald Alsonian
      • Mrs. F. P. Ames
      • Mr. and Mrs. Frederick Ames
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Ames
      • Mrs. Frederick Ames
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John E. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson
      • Mr. and Mrs. John A. Anderson

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The image displays an open book with three distinct sections on the right-hand page. At the top, there is a list of the Boston Opera Association, Inc., including its board of directors and subscribers to the guarantee fund for 1959. The list is presented in a tabular format with names and titles.

In the middle of the page, there is an advertisement for a store called "Monet," which invites viewers to visit its new shop at 1216 Boylston Street in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, to see a collection of distinctive clothes for the well-dressed woman. The store’s telephone number is provided as ASpinwall 7-6784.

At the bottom right, there is a promotional announcement featuring a photograph of the opera singer Maria Callas, noting that she sings on Angel Records. The Angel Records logo is also included in this section.

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The image is a page from an old annual report or program booklet, specifically from the Boston Opera Association, Inc. Here's a detailed summary:

  1. Board of Directors:

    • Members: The names listed include Philip R. Allen, Neil R. Ayer, Tolcott M. Banks, I. Tucker Burr, Jr., Mr. William C. Cox, David C. Crockett, John G. Cushman, Bradford M. Endicott, F. Murray Forbes, Jr., Dudley R. Howe, Harrison Keller, James Lawrence, Jr., Russell B. Stearns, Wm. Bradford Trafford, James E. Thayer, and Oliver Walcott.
    • Vice President: Bradford M. Endicott.
    • Managing Director: Harriet E. O'Brien.
  2. Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund (1959):

    • The list includes numerous names, grouped by initials and last names. Notable names include Ivan V. Abadieff, W. G. Abbott, Jr., several individuals with the surname Ames, and others like John V. Barnett, Dr. and Mrs. Howard H. Arnold, and numerous others.
  3. Advertisements:

    • Monet: An advertisement for Monet's shop located at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. It invites visitors to see their distinctive clothes for the well-dressed woman. The ad is dated ASpinal 7-0784.
    • Maria Callas: An advertisement for Maria Callas, who is featured singing on Angel Records. The advertisement includes her name and a picture of her.

The page has a vintage feel, with a combination of text and advertisements, reflecting the cultural and social context of the early to mid-20th century.

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The image shows a page from a program or directory, likely from an event or publication related to the Boston Opera Association, Inc. Here's a detailed summary:

Top Section:

Board of Directors:

  • Philip R. Allen
  • Neil R. Ayers
  • Tolcott M. Banks
  • John G. Cushman
  • Bradford M. Endicott
  • F. Murray Forbes, Jr.
  • Dudley R. Howe
  • Harrison Keller
  • James Lawrence, Jr.
  • Russell B. Stearns
  • Wm. Bradford Trafford
  • Oliver Walcott
  • John E. Thayer
  • Mrs. Boydard Warren
  • David C. Crockett

Officers:

  • Tolcott M. Banks - President
  • John G. Cushman - Treasurer
  • Bradford M. Endicott - Vice President
  • Harrison Keller, Jr. - Vice President
  • Russell B. Stearns
  • Wm. Bradford Trafford - Secretary
  • Oliver Walcott

Managing Director:

  • Harriet E. O'Brien

Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund (1959):

This section lists numerous subscribers, including:

  • Ivan V. Abadieff
  • W.G. Abbott, Jr.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Wesley C. Adams
  • Mr. and Mrs. William A. Ahlgren
  • Mr. and Mrs. Otto A. Aleabie
  • Mr. and Mrs. William H. Allen
  • Mr. and Mrs. Arsham Alemian
  • Dr. and Mrs. Salvatore Algeri, Jr.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Freeman Allen
  • Mr. and Mrs. Harold P. Ames
  • Mr. and Mrs. Robert B. Ames
  • Mr. and Mrs. Amodeo Amodeo
  • Mr. John A. Anderson
  • Mr. and Mrs. Clifford T. Appleton
  • Mr. and Mrs. Howard H. Arnold
  • Mr. and Mrs. Francis Reed Austin
  • Mr. and Mrs. Martha L. Ayers

Advertisements:

Monet:

  • An advertisement for Monet, inviting readers to visit their new shop at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The shop offers a collection of distinctive clothes for the well-dressed woman.

Maria Callas:

  • An advertisement featuring Maria Callas, promoting her records on Angel Records.

The page is well-organized, combining important organizational information with advertisements. The page number at the bottom right corner is 3.

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The image is a page from what appears to be a historical program or brochure related to the Boston Opera Association, Inc. Here is a detailed summary of the page:

  1. Boston Opera Association, Inc.

    • Officers:

      • Philip R. Allen
      • Neil R. Ayer
      • Tolcott M. Banks, Treasurer
      • I. Tucker Burr, Jr.
      • Mrs. William C. Cox
      • David C. Crockett
    • Board of Directors:

      • Tolcott M. Banks
      • John G. Cushman
      • Bradford M. Endicott
      • John G. Cushman, Jr.
      • Harrison Keller
      • James Lawrence, Jr.
      • Russell B. Stearns
      • Wm. Bradford Trafford, Secretary
      • Oliver Walcott
      • Harriet E. O'Brien, Managing Director
  2. Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959:

    • A list of names of individuals and couples who contributed to the Guarantee Fund in 1959. Some of the names include:
      • Ivan V. Abadieff
      • W. G. Abbott, Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. Wesley C. Ahlgren
      • Mr. and Mrs. Otto A. Ahlgren
      • Mr. and Mrs. Arsham Alemian
      • Dr. and Mrs. Salvatore Algeri, Jr.
      • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Freeman Allen
      • Helen J. Ames
      • Mr. and Mrs. Clifford T. Appleton
      • Mr. and Mrs. Howard H. Arnold
      • Mr. and Mrs. John Baron
      • Mr. and Mrs. Dudley Bach
      • Dr. and Mrs. Louis Baer
      • Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin M. Banks
      • Miss Rachel E. Barclay
      • Mr. and Mrs. John Barker, Jr.
      • Frank E. Barnes
      • John S. Barnett
  3. Advertisements:

    • Monet:

      • An advertisement for Monet, inviting visitors to their new shop at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts, to see their collection of distinctive clothes for the well-dressed woman. The phone number listed is ASpinwall 7-0784.
    • Maria Callas:

      • An advertisement for Maria Callas, featuring a photo of her, promoting her singing on Angel Records.

This page appears to be a part of a larger document, likely from a program or an event booklet, showcasing the association's structure, contributors, and advertisements from the year 1959.

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The image shows a page from a program or brochure for the Boston Opera Association, Inc. from 1959. Here is a detailed summary:

Organization Details:

  • Name: Boston Opera Association, Inc.
  • Officers:
    • President: Philip R. Allen
    • Treasurer: Neil R. Ayer
    • Secretary: Talbot M. Banks, Jr.
    • Vice President: I. Tucker Burr, Jr., Mrs. William C. Cox, David C. Crockett

Board of Directors:

  • Talbot M. Banks
  • John G. Cahoon
  • Bradford M. Endicott
  • James Lawrence, Jr.
  • Bradford Nicol
  • F. Murray Forbes, Jr.
  • Dudley R. Howes
    • Honorary Directors: Harriet O’Brien (Managing Director)
  • Russell B. Stearns
  • Was. Bradford Trafford
  • Oliver Wolcott

Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund (1959):

The list includes names of individuals and couples who subscribed to the guarantee fund, such as:

  • Ivan V. Abadjieff
  • W. G. Abbott, Jr.
  • Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Adams
  • Mr. and Mrs. Edward C. Ascher
  • Mr. and Mrs. George L. Batchelder
  • Mr. and Mrs. John S. Barnet
  • Mr. and Mrs. John W. Belknap
  • Mr. and Mrs. Harold D. Hodgkinson
  • Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Jones
  • Many others

Advertisements:

  1. Monet:

    • The advertisement invites visitors to their new shop at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts.
    • It promotes their collection of distinctive clothes for well-dressed women.
    • The store contact number is ASpinwall 7-6784.
  2. Maria Callas Sings on Angel Records:

    • This advertisement features Maria Callas, a renowned opera singer.
    • It promotes her recordings on Angel Records, showcasing their logo prominently.

This page appears to be part of a larger program, combining organizational information with advertisements, likely for fundraising or informational purposes related to the opera association's activities.

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The image shows a page from a publication related to the Boston Opera Association, Inc. At the top, there is a list of the organization's officers and board of directors, including positions such as President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary, along with several named individuals. Below this, there is a list titled "Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959," which consists of various names organized in columns.

At the bottom left, there is an advertisement for "Monet," a clothing store located at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. It invites readers to visit the new shop to see a collection of "Distinctive Clothes for the Well Dressed Woman."

On the bottom right, there is another advertisement for Maria Callas, noting that she sings on Angel Records. This ad features a small portrait of Maria Callas above the text and the Angel Records logo, which depicts an angel playing a trumpet. The page number "3" is printed at the bottom center of the page.

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The image appears to show a scanned page from a program or booklet related to the Boston Opera Association, Inc. The left side of the page lists various names under headings like "President", "Treasurer", "Vice President", "Board of Directors", and "Managing Director". There are also sections titled "Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959" with numerous names listed underneath, signifying individuals and couples who likely contributed to the fund.

The right and left bottom parts of the page feature advertisements. On the left, there's an advertisement for a shop named "Monet" located at "1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts," offering a collection of "Distinctive Clothes for the Well Dressed Woman." To the right, there's an advertisement with the name "Angel Records," promoting what seems to be a music record, accompanied by some decorative graphics including the Angel Records logo with an angel playing a record player.

The overall style of the text and layout suggests the document is from the mid-20th century, likely around 1959 as indicated by the "Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959" list, although the actual date cannot be verified without seeing more context.

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The image depicts a page from a program or booklet related to the Boston Opera Association, Inc., dated 1959. The page is structured into several sections:

Header:

  • The top of the page prominently displays the title: "BOSTON OPERA ASSOCIATION, INC."

Leadership and Board Information:

  • Officers:
    • President: Philip R. Allen
    • Treasurer: John G. Cushman
    • Secretary: James Lawrence, Jr.
  • Board of Directors:
    • Listed individuals include Talcott M. Banks, John G. Cushman, Bradford M. Endicott, Harrison Keller, James Lawrence, Jr., Russell B. Stearns, Wm. Bradford Trafford, and Oliver Wolcott.
  • Managing Director: Harriet E. O'Brien is noted as the managing director.

Subscribers to the Guarantee Fund (1959):

  • A lengthy list of subscribers is provided, including names such as:
    • Ivan V. Abadi
    • W. G. Abbott, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Adams
    • Mr. and Mrs. Wesley C. Albright
    • Mr. and Mrs. Otto A. Alemide
    • Dr. and Mrs. William Alfano
    • Mr. and Mrs. Arrah Alemani
    • Dr. and Mrs. Salvatore Algeri, Jr.
    • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Allyn
    • Mr. and Mrs. Henry Freeman Allen
    • Mr. and Mrs. John S. Ames
    • Mr. and Mrs. Amelio Amodeo
    • Mrs. John A. Anderson
  • Corresponding subscriber names on the right side include:
    • Mr. and Mrs. Clifford T. Appleton
    • Mr. and Mrs. Howard D. Arnold
    • Mr. and Mrs. Frances Reed Austin
    • Martha L. Ayers
    • Mr. and Mrs. Dudley Bach
    • Mr. and Mrs. Edward Bacon
    • Dr. and Mrs. Louis Bacon
    • Henry Charles Edler M. Banks
    • Mr. and Mrs. Benjamin M. Banks
    • Miss Rachel K. Barclay
    • Mr. and Mrs. Herman T. Barker
    • Mr. and Mrs. John Barker, Jr.
    • Philip E. Barnes
  • Additional subscriber names include:
    • John S. Barnet
    • Mr. and Mrs. Rock R. Barnet
    • Mrs. Herbert Leonard Baron
    • Mr. and Mrs. Robert Baron
    • Mrs. Nelson S. Bartlett
    • Mr. and Mrs. Julius M. Barton
    • Mr. and Mrs. Murciel Bastow
    • Sarah M. Beach
    • Vera M. Beeston
    • Mr. and Mrs. George-Center, Jr.
    • Mrs. John H. Bell
    • Miss Gertrude H. Bell
    • Mrs. Arthur W. Belcher
    • Mr. and Mrs. Alan C. Remis
    • F. Gregg Remis

Advertisement Section:

  • Below the subscriber list, there is an advertisement for Monet, a women's clothing shop located at 1216 Boylston Street, Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The ad invites visitors to see the shop's collection of "Distinctive Clothes for the Well-Dressed Woman" and provides a spin-off number: ASpinnal 7-0284.
  • Adjacent to the Monet advertisement is another advertisement for Maria Callas, featuring her photograph and the text: "Sings on Angel Records." The Angel Records logo is displayed at the bottom of this section.

Layout and Design:

  • The page is neatly organized with clear headings and sections.
  • The text is printed in a formal, typewriter-like font typical of mid-20th-century printing.
  • The overall design is clean and professional, reflecting the formal nature of the Boston Opera Association's programming and donor acknowledgment.

Context:

  • This page serves as both an acknowledgment of contributors to the Boston Opera Association's Guarantee Fund for 1959 and a promotional space for local businesses and artists. It highlights the association's community engagement and sponsorship structure.

This image captures a snapshot of mid-20th-century cultural and commercial life, showcasing the intersection of arts patronage, local business advertising, and formal organizational documentation.

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The image shows a book open to a page featuring the Boston Opera Association, Inc. The page includes a list of the Board of Directors, a list of subscribers to the Guarantee Fund 1959, and a promotional advertisement for Monet, a shop located at 1216 Boylston Street in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The advertisement features a photograph of a woman and mentions that Maria Callas sings on Angel Records. The image also includes a small advertisement for Angel Records featuring a cherub.