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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805035

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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping, likely preserved in a scrapbook or archival folder. The clipping is from The New York Times, dated Wednesday, November 6, 1963.

The main story, prominently featured, is titled:

“Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships”

It announces that Victoria Shellenberg, a young woman from Jackson County schools, will speak to students in Medford, Oregon, about a scholarship program offered by the Seven College Conference. The article notes she will speak at Medford High School on Tuesday, October 29, at 2 p.m., and also addresses students at Ashland and Klamath Falls. A small, black-and-white headshot of Victoria Shellenberg is included in the article.

Additional details in this story indicate that the article was distributed via the American Press Clipping Service Inc., located at 119 Nassau Street, New York 38, N.Y. A stamp on the clipping reads “From DEC 6 1963 NEWS San Antonio, Texas,” indicating this clipping was sent to or processed in San Antonio.

Another article on the page, titled:

“McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper”

Discusses a cocktail supper held to honor Mr. Leeper, who was credited with developing the McNay Art Institute, and mentions his role as curator at the Harvard Fogg Museum.

There is also a smaller article titled:

“Master Drawings of the 20th Century”

Reviewing an exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum curated by Emile B. Bäum and Sydney Simon. The review mentions works by artists including Ben Nicholson, Marcel Duchamp, and Richard Gerstl.

Overlaid on the top left of the clipping is a yellow label from Medford Mail Tribune, Medford, Oregon (Cir. D. 8295), stamped OCT 25 1963, indicating that this article was also likely reported on or clipped from that local paper.

This entire clipping is mounted on an archival sheet, suggesting it was saved for historical, personal, or institutional records. The overall tone and content suggest the focus is on local Oregon news (Victoria Shellenberg’s speaking engagement) and prominent cultural events of the time.


Key elements summarized:

  • Date: November 6, 1963 (New York Times)
  • Main subject: Victoria Shellenberg speaking about scholarships in Medford, Oregon
  • Photo: Small portrait of Victoria Shellenberg
  • Distribution note: Via American Press Clipping Service, forwarded from San Antonio, Texas
  • Additional articles: Honoring John Palmer Leeper at the McNay Art Institute; review of Guggenheim’s 20th-century drawings exhibit
  • Local context: Medford Mail Tribune label from October 25, 1963
  • Physical condition: Yellowed newspaper, mounted for preservation

This clipping likely represents a personal or institutional archive documenting Victoria Shellenberg’s professional activities or the recognition of regional educational outreach.

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of clippings, featuring several newspaper articles and a photograph. Here's a detailed description:

  1. Articles:

    • The top left article is titled "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships" and discusses a speaker named Miss Victoria Shellenberg from Wayne, PA, who is a field director of a scholarship program. The article mentions that she will be speaking in Medford, Oregon, on October 29, 1963, at 2 p.m. in Medford High School, Room 30B.
    • The top right article is a critique of the exhibition "Master Drawings of the 20th Century" at the Guggenheim Museum. The reviewer, Brian O'Doherty, discusses the exhibition and its significance.
    • The bottom right article is titled "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper" and mentions a cocktail supper being held at the Argyle Hotel in San Antonio, Texas, in honor of John Palmer Leeper, the director of the McNay Museum, and his wife. The article provides details about Leeper's tenure and contributions to the McNay Art Institute.
  2. Photograph:

    • The photograph is of Miss Victoria Shellenberg, as mentioned in the article on the left. She is shown in a black and white portrait, wearing a collared shirt and a jacket, with a pleasant expression.
  3. Other Elements:

    • There is a yellow sticky note at the top left corner with the text "OREGON 711" and a date: October 25, 1963.
    • There is a piece of paper at the bottom left that looks like it is from the American Press Clipping Service Inc., with a phone number and address: "Tel. WORTH 2-3797; 119 Nassau Street, New York 38, N.Y."
    • The page shows signs of wear and tear, with creases and stains, indicating age and use.

The overall content suggests that this page is part of a collection of articles and photographs related to cultural events, art exhibitions, and community activities in the early 1960s.

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This image shows a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and other paper items from the early 1960s. The clippings are pasted onto a brown paper background, which is secured to a darker, textured cover that is partially visible on the left side.

  1. Top Left Corner: There is a yellow sticky note with "OREGON" written on it.
  2. Main Clippings:
    • Left Side: A clipping from "The New York Times, Wednesday, November 6, 1963" with the headline "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships." It includes a black and white photograph of Victoria Shellenberg, who is mentioned in the article.
    • Right Side: A clipping with the headline "Master Drawings of the 20th Century," discussing an exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum. The article is signed by Brian O'Doherty and discusses various artists and their works.
    • Bottom Right: A clipping with the headline "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper," detailing a cocktail supper to honor John Palmer Leeper, the director of the McNay Museum.
  3. Center: A card from "AMERICAN Press Clipping Service Inc." with a date of December 6, 1963, and a telephone number.
  4. Yellow Sticky Notes: There are two yellow sticky notes with handwritten dates and possibly locations or references.
  5. Background and Binding: The items are pasted onto a brown paper sheet, which is part of a scrapbook or binder. The edge of the binder is visible on the left side, showing a dark, textured cover.

The overall appearance suggests a collection of news articles and notes related to cultural and educational events from the 1960s.

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The image is a photograph of a scrapbook page, which appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings and magazine articles. The scrapbook page is composed of a beige-colored paper with various articles and clippings attached to it.

In the top-left corner, there is a clipping from "The New York Times" dated Wednesday, November 6, 1963. The headline reads "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships." The article is about a program director from Medford, Oregon, who will be speaking about scholarships at a local high school.

Below this clipping, there is a photograph of a woman, presumably the program director mentioned in the article. The photograph is in black and white and shows the woman smiling. To the right of the photograph, there is another clipping with a headline that reads "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper." This article is about an event where John Palmer Leeper will be honored by the McNay Art Institute.

To the right of the main articles, there is a clipping about "Master Drawings of the 20th Century," which discusses an exhibition of drawings from the 20th century. The article mentions artists such as Matisse, Picasso, and others, highlighting the significance of the exhibition.

At the bottom of the page, there is another clipping that appears to be an advertisement for "American Press Inc.," with a phone number and address provided.

The scrapbook page is filled with various clippings, indicating that the creator of the scrapbook was interested in collecting articles on a range of topics, including education, art, and local events. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with some overlapping each other, suggesting that the scrapbook was a personal collection rather than a professionally curated one.

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A newspaper clipping has been pasted on a piece of paper. The clipping contains two articles. The first article is titled "Master Drawings of the 20th Century" and discusses an exhibition of modern and intimate drawings at the Guggenheim Museum. The second article is titled "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper" and announces a cocktail supper in honor of John Palmer Leeper, the director of the McNay Art Institute.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings and printed materials, likely preserved in an archival or scrapbook format. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships"
    • Source: The New York Times, dated Wednesday, November 6, 1963.
    • Subheadings:
      • Medford Mail Tribune, Medford, Oregon (October 25, 1963).
      • Details: The article announces a program where Miss Victoria Shellenberg, the new field director of the Sears College Center, will explain the scholarship program offered to younger girls in the area. It mentions that the program is open to students from Medford High School and other area schools. The event is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, at 8 p.m., in the Medford High School Auditorium.
  2. Photograph:

    • A black-and-white photograph of Victoria Shellenberg is included below the article. She is wearing a formal dress and has her hair styled in a neat, elegant manner. The photograph is accompanied by a caption that identifies her as the field director.
  3. Right Section:

    • Headline: "Master Drawings of the 20th Century"
    • Content: This section discusses an exhibition of 123 drawings from the 20th century, curated by Gustave Morosco at the Guggenheim Museum. The article highlights the diversity of styles and artists represented, including works by notable figures such as Matisse, Picasso, Kandinsky, Klee, Miró, and others. It also mentions that the exhibition will run from January 5 to March 15, 1964, and includes a catalog with essays by experts.
  4. Bottom Section:

    • Headline: "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper"
    • Content: This section announces a cocktail supper to honor John Palmer Leeper, who has been credited with developing the outstanding museum in San Antonio. It details that Leeper served as assistant curator at the Art Institute of Chicago and later became director of the McNay Art Institute. The event is scheduled for Monday, and the article lists the trustees and members of the board who will attend.
  5. Additional Text:

    • Left Margin: There is handwritten or typed text along the left margin, which appears to be cataloging or indexing information. It includes entries such as:
      • "In Armory three ar"
      • "He ha"
      • "B D"
      • "wood"
      • "Distri"
    • These entries seem to be part of an indexing system, possibly categorizing the clippings by subject or theme.

Visual Elements:

  • Condition: The materials appear aged, with visible signs of wear, such as discoloration, creases, and slight tears. The pages are bound together, suggesting they are part of an archive or scrapbook.
  • Typography: The text is printed in a standard newspaper font, with clear headings and subheadings. The photograph is monochromatic, consistent with the era of the clippings (1960s).
  • Annotations: There are handwritten notes and markings, such as arrows and underlines, which may indicate areas of interest or emphasis.

Overall Context:

The image captures a curated collection of historical newspaper clippings from 1963, focusing on cultural, educational, and artistic events. The materials include news about scholarships, art exhibitions, and institutional honors, reflecting the interests and priorities of the time. The inclusion of a photograph and detailed annotations suggests that this collection was assembled for research, archival, or personal interest purposes.

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This image displays an open scrapbook or album with various newspaper clippings pasted onto the pages. At the top, you can see a header with the word "OREGON" and part of a label, possibly a date, that reads "OCT 9 1963." There are several articles, including one on the left titled "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships," which appears to originate from a publication dated November 6, 1963. Below this article is a sticker with contact information for the "AMERICAN Press Clipping Service," suggesting these clippings were professionally collected.

On the right side, there is an article with the headline "Master Drawings of the 20th Century," followed below by an article titled "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper." The articles detail historical events and announcements related to art, education, and cultural institutions. The page seems carefully curated, with each clipping neatly trimmed and organized, presenting a collection of information that was of specific interest to the scrapbook's owner. The visible date labels and source indicators hint at a meticulous approach to archiving these clippings. The colors on the page are a mix of the yellowing paper and the labels' aged hues, with the overall tone conveying a sense of history and documentation.

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The image shows a scrapbook page filled with clipped newspaper articles and a photograph. The articles appear to cover topics related to art, education, and recognition of notable individuals. Specific headings include:

  • "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships": A news clip about Victoria Shellenberg speaking about scholarships and academic opportunities to high school students.
  • A piece titled "Master Drawings of the 20th Century": Discusses a collection of modern master drawings, highlighting their significance and exhibition details.
  • "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper": Focuses on an event recognizing John Palmer Leeper for his contributions to the McNay Art Institute.

The scrapbook page also includes a sticker from a press clipping service (AMERICAN Press Clipping Service), a cutoff New York Times header in the corner, and handwritten notes. A portrait photograph within the newspaper clipping is present, though any identifiable feature has been blurred in this version.

The overall format indicates documentation of significant events and recognizable individuals, neatly preserved and presented.

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  • A vintage scrapbook page or collage with yellowed, torn brown paper as the background.
  • Several small newspaper clippings are pasted onto the page in a scattered arrangement.
  • Headlines visible include “McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper,” and another about “Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships,” with a date note from The New York Times (Wednesday, November 6, 1963).
  • There is a small black-and-white portrait photo of a person (likely a student) whose face is obscured by a gray square.
  • Other clippings mention “Master Drawings of the 20th Century,” and an American Press Clipping Service box with an address in New York.
  • The overall look is aged and collage-like, with overlapping pieces and frayed page edges, and a few small color accents like a yellow label at the top.

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This image shows a scrapbook or a scrapbook-style album page with four newspaper clippings long pasted on a brown paper background. The clippings are mostly related to art institutions, events, scholarships, and personal achievements from around the early 1960s.

  1. The top left clipping is from The New York Times dated Wednesday, November 6, 1963. It mentions the "Program Field Director To Explain Scholarships," specifically discussing a Mrs. Victoria Shellenberg speaking to high school students about scholarships offered by the Seven College Conference. There is a black-and-white photo of Victoria Shellenberg with the face pixelated/blurred.

  2. To the right of this clipping is a smaller one titled "Master Drawings of the 20th Century," discussing an art exhibition at the Guggenheim Museum featuring works by artists like Meherwanji, Gottlieb, and George Grosz.

  3. Below that, toward the bottom right corner, another article is titled "McNay Art Institute Trustees To Honor John Palmer Leeper." It talks about a cocktail supper and honoring John Palmer Leeper, director of McNay Museum, and his wife, as well as their contributions.

  4. To the left of that, there is a smaller clipping with a stamp from "AMERICAN Press Clipping Service Inc.," dated December 6, 1963, from San Antonio, Texas. It mostly appears as a label for the press clipping service.

The overall page has a vintage, archival feel and appears to be a collection highlighting important cultural and educational figures and events related to art and scholarships in the early 1960s.