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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

ARCH.2003.35, Rendition: 805089

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The image depicts a scrapbook or album page with various newspaper clippings and articles pasted onto it. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A small clipping with a headline that appears to mention "Best Buys."
    • Another small clipping with a headline that reads "Piano tuning."
  2. Top Center:

    • A large clipping with a headline that is partially obscured but seems to discuss a topic related to art or culture.
  3. Top Right Corner:

    • A clipping from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" dated April 14, 1965.
    • Another clipping with a headline "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues." This article discusses an exhibition featuring graphics by Leonard Baskin and African statues at Lawrence University.
  4. Middle Left:

    • A clipping with a headline "Art Professor at UM Gets Drawing Award." This article reports that Dr. K. George Panna, a professor of art at the University of Massachusetts, received the E. K. Chase Purchase Award for a drawing. The award was presented at the 17th Annual Exhibition of the Art and Science in January.
  5. Middle Center:

    • A clipping from "The Times" with the headline "Quick Guide." This article discusses Japanese sculptures of the Tempyo period (710-794) on display at the British Museum. It mentions that the exhibition includes 119 pieces and highlights the influence of Chinese art on Japanese sculpture.
  6. Bottom Right:

    • A clipping with a headline that is partially obscured but seems to relate to a map or geographical information.

The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, with some overlapping each other. The page appears to be part of a collection of articles related to art, culture, and historical exhibitions.

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The image shows a collection of old newspaper clippings arranged on a light-colored background. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A clipping from a newspaper advertisement for "Used Cars" from W.S. Cassidy, Inc. The ad mentions a variety of car models and contact information, including a phone number and address.
    • Another advertisement for "Bess Buys" is partially visible, offering discounts on various items.
  2. Center Top:

    • A clipping with a mix of articles, including one about a piano tuning service and another article discussing an event or announcement related to the "News of the Amber Record."
  3. Middle Left:

    • A clipping from the "New England Newspaper Agency, Inc." dated February 2, 1965, detailing that an art professor at the University of Massachusetts (UM) received a drawing award. The article mentions Jack Coughlin, who won the 31st American Drawing Prize and whose work will be included in a traveling exhibition.
  4. Center Bottom:

    • A smaller clipping titled "Extract from THE TIMES" dated 11 February 1965, from the International Press-Cutting Bureau. It provides a brief guide on Japanese sculpture, mentioning various styles and artists.
  5. Middle Right:

    • A clipping from the "Western Fresh Clipping Exchange" in Minneapolis, Minnesota, dated February 2, 1965. It highlights a show titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," mentioning an exhibit of African statues at Lawrence University.
  6. Right Side:

    • A clipping featuring a detailed illustration of an ancient Egyptian scene, likely from a newspaper advertisement or article. The illustration is of a ceremonial or artistic nature and includes some text that is partially visible.

The overall impression is that these clippings are from a range of sources, including advertisements, news articles, and special reports from the mid-20th century. They cover topics like car advertisements, art awards, cultural exhibits, and historical references.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and advertisements from the mid-1960s, specifically around February 1965. Here’s a detailed summary of the visible items:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Newspaper advertisements and classified sections including:
      • Used cars and a listing for "W.S. Cassidy, Inc."
      • A section for "FREE BUYS" with various items like a "Goodwill" item.
      • Various other small ads and classified ads, including one for "Used Pontiac."
  2. Center Left Section:

    • A clipping from the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc. dated February 2, 1965, from the Union of Massachusetts.
    • The headline reads: "Art Professor at UN Gets Drawing Award."
      • It mentions Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of Massachusetts, who has won the First American Drawing Award for his work. The drawing was included in the 1964 American Drawing Biennial at the Newark Museum of Arts.
      • The award was made by the American Institute of Graphic Arts.
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • Another clipping from the International Press-Cutting Bureau dated February 11, 1965, titled "Quick Guide: Japanese Sculpture of the Tempo Era."
      • It provides information about masterpieces from the eighth century and includes descriptions of various artworks like Nara's sculpture, Gakkō sculpture, and more.
  4. Center Right Section:

    • Clippings from Western Fresh Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, dated Sunday, February 6, 1965.
      • A news item titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues" mentions a "Much-Praised Boskin Highlights Exhibit" at Lawrence University.
  5. Right Side Section:

    • Various other newspaper clippings and ads, including:
      • An advertisement for Akron Chemical Co., Box 128.
      • A section on "WIKINGTON COOPERATIVES" and a specific mention of "PATENT PAINT."
      • An illustration of ancient Egyptian carvings or hieroglyphics.

The entire collage is likely a scrapbook or a compilation of clippings related to art, advertising, and cultural events from the 1960s.

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The image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and documents, some of which are partially torn or damaged, arranged on what appears to be a piece of cardboard or a similar backing. The clippings vary in size and content, featuring both text and images. Here are some notable details:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • A clipping mentioning "Best Buys" and "McKesson."
    • Another clipping with the heading "Used Cars," possibly an advertisement.
  2. Middle Left Section:

    • A clipping with the heading "Art Professor at UN Gets Drawing Award," dated February 2, 1965, from the "Springfield Union." The article discusses an award received by Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor at the University of Massachusetts, for his drawing.
  3. Middle Right Section:

    • A clipping with the heading "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," dated February 7, 1965, from the "Worcester Telegram." The article mentions an exhibit at Clark University featuring African statues.
  4. Bottom Left Section:

    • A document titled "EXTRACT FROM THE TIMES," dated February 11, 1965, from the International Press-Cutting Bureau, London. The document includes a section titled "Quick Guide," discussing Japanese sculpture at the Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto.
  5. Bottom Right Section:

    • A clipping with an image, possibly an advertisement for "Aerona," which appears to be related to paint or coating products.

The clippings and documents seem to be related to events, news, and advertisements from February 1965, focusing on cultural and artistic topics, as well as commercial products.

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The image displays a collage of various newspaper clippings and press cuttings, each containing different articles and advertisements. Here's a detailed summary of each visible section:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • An advertisement for a used car dealership named "W. S. Cassity, Inc." located in Fayetteville, promising "Good Used Cars" with a phone number (3275).
  2. Middle Left Section:

    • A news article from the New England Newspaper, Inc. dated February 2, 1965, detailing an art professor at the University of Massachusetts (UM) receiving a drawing award. The professor, Congdon, was awarded for his drawing titled "Mourning Woman," which was selected by Norman Milstein of Arts and Education.
  3. Top Middle Section:

    • An advertisement for a piano tuner, indicating that all makes of pianos will be tuned by a factory-trained technician. It includes a phone number (774-6447).
  4. Top Right Section:

    • A press clipping from Western Press Clipping Bureau, Minneapolis, featuring an article about a graphics show in Worcester displaying African statues. The exhibit highlights much-painted Bakuba cloths from Lawrence University.
  5. Bottom Right Section:

    • An advertisement for "Aero Paint & Varnish Co., Inc." located in Worcester, MA, promoting a patented product.
  6. Middle Right Section:

    • An article snippet about a "Quick Guide" to the Peruvian Sculpture of the Eighth Century. It mentions various artifacts from the Nazca, Mochica, Chimu, and other cultures, including descriptions of their craftsmanship and historical context.
  7. Bottom Center Section:

    • An extract from "The Times," dated February 11, 1965, provided by the International Press-Cutting Bureau in London. This segment includes a continuation of the "Quick Guide" article about Peruvian sculpture.

The clippings are a mix of local news, advertisements, and international press extracts, all seemingly collected and pinned to a board.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles arranged on a light brown background. Here is a detailed summary of the clippings visible in the image:

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • A clipping from a newspaper advertisement for "Used Cars" by W.S. Cassidy, Inc., advertising 1962 Pontiacs.
  2. Top Center:

    • An article about a "McIntosh" piano and a "Plato Turntable" record player, likely an advertisement or a product feature.
  3. Top Right Corner:

    • A clipping from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" in Minneapolis, Minnesota, dated February 1965, mentioning an event or article related to the African Graphics Show.
  4. Second Row, Left:

    • An article dated February 2, 1965, titled "Art Professor at UN Gets Drawing Award." It discusses Jack Coughlin, an art professor at the University of Massachusetts, who won a drawing award for his work titled "The House."
  5. Second Row, Center:

    • A clipping titled "Quick Guide" from the International Press-Cutting Bureau dated February 11, 1965. It provides a brief guide on Japanese sculpture of the eighth century, mentioning the Tempyo period and the art forms of that era.
  6. Second Row, Right:

    • An article titled "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues," highlighting an exhibit at Lawrence University featuring African statues. It mentions the work of a Baskin and mentions the exhibit's location and dates.
  7. Third Row, Right:

    • A clipping with an image of an African statue and some text, likely related to the African Graphics Show mentioned earlier.
  8. Bottom Row, Center:

    • Additional clippings that include smaller articles and advertisements, one of which mentions a "WATERPROOF" product and another which appears to be a list of events or articles from the "International Press-Cutting Bureau."

The clippings seem to be focused on art, specifically African art, and related news from February 1965. They are likely from a press clipping service that collects and distributes articles from various newspapers and magazines.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles adhered to a brown backing board.

  • At the top left, there is a partially visible clipping with text and advertisements, including one for used cars and a repair service.
  • Below it on the left side, there is a small clipping titled "Art Professor at UM Gets Drawing Award," which discusses Jack Coughlin, an assistant professor of art at the University of Massachusetts, receiving an award for his drawing "Dog Standing."
  • On the right side, nearer to the top, there is a clipping from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis Minn," with a headline reading "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues." This article highlights an exhibit at Lawrence University featuring works by Leonard Baskin and African sculptures.
  • Towards the bottom center, there is a clipping from "The Times" (London) dated 11 Feb 1965, with a section called "Quick Guide" discussing Japanese sculpture of the Tempyo period.
  • On the right edge, there appears to be a partial cartoon or illustrated comic strip showing a character holding a paintbrush and a large can of paint.

The clippings are a mix of cultural, art-related news and advertisements from the mid-1960s.

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This is an image displaying a collection of newspaper clippings and snippets of articles pasted onto what appears to be a scrapbook or a board. On the top left corner, there is a partial page with text that is largely unreadable due to the angle and cropping of the image. Below that, there is a clipping from the New England Newspaper Agency, Inc. dated February 2, 1965, regarding an art professor at the University of Massachusetts getting a drawing award.

In the center, there is a small clipping labeled "EXTRACT FROM THE TIMES" from the International Press-Cutting Bureau in London, dated February 11, 1965, titled "Quick Guide." This appears to be a snippet about a publication related to Japanese Sculpture of the Tempyo Period.

To the right, there is another article headlined "Worcester Has Graphics Show, African Statues" discussing an exhibit that includes works by Leonard Baskin at Lawrence University. Below that, is a comic strip with a character speaking into a phone, the only legible text on the strip being, "THE MONEY."

The overall image has a vintage feel, with the yellowing of the paper and the typeset typical of mid-20th-century print media. There are also various bits of tape and discoloration indicating age and perhaps the process of archiving these clippings.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and other documents attached to a piece of paper. The clippings are from different newspapers, and they are attached to the paper with tape. The clippings include articles about various topics, such as art, culture, and politics. Some of the clippings have headlines, while others have only the text of the article. The paper is old and has a yellowish tint, suggesting that it is from a previous era.

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The image features a collection of clippings and documents arranged on a brown surface. The clippings are from various newspapers and magazines, and they contain articles and advertisements. The clippings include a piece from "The Boston Globe" about a drawing award, a clipping from "The Worcester Telegram" about a graphics show, and a clipping from "The New York Times" about a Japanese sculpture. The clippings are placed on top of a larger piece of paper that has the text "EXTRACT FROM" and "INTERNATIONAL PRESS CUTTING BUREAU" written on it.