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This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or press clipping album, with the right page featuring a newspaper article and the left page showing a partially visible photograph.

Right Page: Newspaper Clipping

The main focus is a newspaper clipping from March 1, 1962, as indicated by a yellow library stamp at the top. The stamp reads:

WASHINGTON Allen's PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU Established 1888
SEATTLE Portland San Francisco - Los Angeles Tacoma News Tribune Tacoma, Wash. (Cir. D. 82,948 E. 74,722) MAR 1 1962

Below the stamp is the article headline:

Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum

The article contains two small, black-and-white photographs:

1. One is a portrait of a man in a suit and tie, looking towards the right. This is likely Allan Clark.
2. The other shows the same man, perhaps younger, in a similar pose.

The accompanying text describes a memorial exhibit for the late artist Allan Clark at the Washington State Historical Society gallery. Key details include:

• Harrison Clark (Allan's brother) is mentioned looking at a self-portrait of Allan, which is part of the exhibit.
• The exhibit features 40 of Clark's best-known paintings and sculptures.
• Clark worked as a sign painter at Bryant School in 1912.
• He traveled to the Far East from 1924 to 1927 and studied early Buddhist art.
• He later lived in New Mexico and studied Southwest Indian art and culture.
• He worked with sculptor Robert Aiken in New York and was associated with the Art Students League.
• The exhibit will continue through April 28.

The article also notes that Clark's work has been widely exhibited in museums and galleries across the U.S., including the Fogg Museum, Whitney Museum, Seattle Art Museum, and the Art Institute of Chicago.

Left Page: Partial Photograph

The left side of the open book shows a portion of a black-and-white photograph, which is cut off by the page fold. It depicts a scene that appears to include architectural elements, possibly a large building or outdoor structure, and what might be people. A small piece of paper with the handwritten word "shot" in red ink is visible tucked under the clipping. The page itself is slightly worn and has a yellowed, aged appearance.

In summary, the image captures a historical artifact—a scrapbook page preserving a 1962 newspaper article announcing a memorial art exhibit for the artist Allan Clark, along with personal notes and photographs.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook or collection of historical documents. The page contains a newspaper clipping from the "Tacoma News Tribune" dated March 11, 1962. The headline reads "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum." The text below the headline discusses an exhibition of Allan Clark's work, which is described as a memorial exhibit for the late artist. It mentions that Allan Clark's self-portrait is among the pieces on display and that the exhibit features 40 of his best-known paintings and sculptures. The article provides details about Allan Clark's life, including his travels and artistic pursuits, and notes that the exhibit is open to the public without admission charge. There is also a small photograph attached to the clipping, showing a man (likely Harrison Clark, Allan's brother) looking at a self-portrait of Allan Clark. The background shows part of another photograph, possibly related to the exhibition. The top left corner of the page has a label from the "Washington Allen's Press Clipping Bureau," indicating that the clipping was part of a professional clipping service.

This image depicts a page from a scrapbook or collection of press clippings. The page contains a newspaper article titled "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum," from the Tacoma News Tribune, dated March 11, 1962. The article is accompanied by a photograph of a man, identified as Harrison Clark of Tacoma, looking at a self-portrait of his artist brother, the late Allan Clark. The exhibit is at the Washington State Historical Society gallery and features Allan Clark's artwork.

The article provides details about the exhibit, mentioning that it includes two dramatic Biblical scenes drawn in colored chalk on a Tacoma school blackboard 50 years ago, which were protected with glass. It also notes that Allan Clark's work has been widely exhibited at various museums and galleries, including the Fogg Museum at Harvard University, the Willdenstein Galleries in New York, and others in Philadelphia, Chicago, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Tacoma.

The article further discusses Allan Clark's artistic career, his travels in the Far East from 1924 to 1927, and his studies of early Buddhist art in Korea and Japan. It mentions that he spent the last 20 years of his life in New Mexico, where he produced some of his best sculptures. Allan Clark died in an automobile accident in 1950.

The top of the page has a yellow label from the Washington Allen's Press Clipping Bureau, indicating the source of the clipping. The page also has some other photographs and clippings partially visible on the left side, but they are not the main focus of the image.

A newspaper clipping is placed on the brown paper. The newspaper clipping has a black-and-white photograph of a man with a frame in his hand, and another man is inside the frame. The text "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum" is written on the clipping. A yellow sticker with the text "Washington Allen's Press Clipping Bureau" is pasted above the clipping. The left side of the paper has another clipping.

A page from a book or a clipping from a newspaper is open, displaying a photo of a man standing next to a painting and text. The photo is of a man wearing a suit and tie standing next to a painting of a man. The text reads "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum." The clipping is from the Washington Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1933, and has a yellow sticker with the words "Washington Press Clipping Bureau" on it.

The image shows an open book or scrapbook page featuring a newspaper clipping from the Washington Allen Press Clipping Bureau, dated March 1, 1952. The headline of the article is titled "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum", indicating that the content is about an art exhibition featuring the work of Allan Clark.

Key Details from the Image:

1. Headline and Publication Information:

   • The article is from the Washington Allen Press Clipping Bureau, established in 1883.
   • The location is listed as Seattle, with distribution to various cities including Portland, Tacoma, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Tacoma News Tribune, and others.
   • The date of the clipping is March 1, 1952.

2. Visual Elements:

   • The article includes a black-and-white photograph of a man, presumably Allan Clark, standing next to a framed artwork or portrait. He appears to be gesturing toward the artwork, suggesting he is explaining or presenting it.
   • The photograph is placed prominently on the right side of the page, with the article text surrounding it.

3. Article Content:

   • The article discusses an exhibition of Allan Clark’s work at a museum, likely the Washington State Historical Society or a similar institution.
   • It mentions that Clark, an artist from Tacoma, has an exhibit featuring his self-portrait and other works, including drawings, sketches, and possibly sculptures.
   • The article highlights Clark’s artistic background, noting his travels and studies in places such as India, the Far East, and Europe, and his association with institutions like the Art Institute of Chicago and the University of Washington.
   • There is mention of a “Waldy Foxe Exhibit”, which may refer to another artist or exhibition, indicating that Clark’s work is being showcased alongside or in comparison to other artists.

4. Handwritten Annotations:

   • In the top-left corner of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads "shut", which might be a personal annotation or marking by someone who owned the book or scrapbook.
   • There is also a faint red marking or underline near the top-left edge, possibly indicating a point of interest or emphasis.

5. Contextual Clues:

   • The layout and design suggest this is part of a scrapbook or archive, where clippings, photographs, and notes are collected for historical or personal reference.
   • The presence of a photograph alongside the article indicates that this is a visual documentation of an art exhibition, providing both textual and visual context.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a historical newspaper clipping documenting an art exhibition featuring the work of Allan Clark, an artist from Tacoma. The page combines textual information with a photograph, offering a glimpse into mid-20th-century art exhibitions and the documentation of artistic achievements. The handwritten note adds a personal or archival touch, suggesting the page is part of a curated collection.

This image is a scrapbook page containing a newspaper clipping and a business card. The clipping is titled "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum" and includes a photograph of a man standing next to a framed artwork. The photo and some details in the article have been partially blurred. The text explains an art exhibit, presumably featuring the work of Allan Clark, including a self-portrait.

The business card above the article belongs to "Allen's Press Clipping Bureau," which appears to have provided the clipping. This is dated "March 11, 1962." On the left side of the page, another partially visible photo or clipping is folded over, showing some additional content. The scrapbook page itself is a beige background typical for archiving.

This image shows a scrapbook page containing a newspaper clipping from the Tacoma News Tribune dated March 11, 1962. The clipping has the headline "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum." It features a photograph of a man named Harrison Clark of Tacoma standing next to a self-portrait of his late brother, Allan Clark, whose artwork is being displayed in a memorial exhibit at the Washington State Historical Society gallery. The text describes the exhibit and provides background information about Allan Clark, mentioning several of his works and the significance of the exhibit. The exhibit is noted to run on Tuesdays through Saturdays, with Sundays open from 2 to 5 p.m., continuing through April 29. The page also has a yellow label from the "Washington Allen's Press Clipping Bureau" at the top.

This image displays a scrapbook or album page with newspaper clippings pasted on it. The top right-hand corner features a yellow label from "WASHINGTON - Allen's PRESS CLIPPING BUREAU," detailing the service that provided the clipping, including the date "MAR 11 1942" and source information pointing to "Tacoma News-Tribune, Tacoma, Wash."

Below the label, there is a newspaper article with the headline "Allan Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum." The article is accompanied by a photograph of a man standing next to a portrait on an easel, indicating that the text likely discusses an art exhibition featuring work by an individual named Allan Clark. Unfortunately, portions of the page and article are obstructed, limiting the complete view of the content. Additionally, there are signs of wear and aging, with the edges of the page and newspaper cuttings appearing frayed and slightly discolored.

A page from a scrapbook or album. On the right is a vertical newspaper clipping with an article titled “Allen Clark Work On Exhibit at Museum” and a small black‑and‑white photo of a man in a suit standing beside a framed portrait. Above the clipping is a small yellow label from a clipping bureau (Washington/Allens Press Clipping Bureau, Seattle, etc.). The page around it is a tan, aged paper, and you can see part of another pasted image on the left, partly rolled up. The overall look is vintage and archival.