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This image shows a well-preserved, aged scrapbook page, likely from the mid-1960s, featuring several newspaper clippings about artist Gardner Cox. The page is pasted onto a light brown, slightly stained background and bound into a book with a dark brown textured cover visible on the right edge.

The clippings are organized in two rows:

Top Row:

• Left Clipping: From the Sunday Courant of Hartford, Conn., dated February 21, 1965. It is a short article titled "Prof. Green Speaks to Conn. Bldg. Congress," about Samuel Mages Green, a professor discussing American tradition in architecture.
• Right Clipping: From the Enterprise & Times (e) of Brockton, Mass., dated March 4, 1965. This article, titled "TO VISIT MUSEUM," reports on 45 Hanover High art students visiting the Fogg Art Museum to view a collection of etchings, block prints, and serigraphs.

Bottom Row:

• Left Clipping: From February 28, 1965, this is a continuation of an article titled "Cox ‘Best’ Portait," discussing Gardner Cox's upcoming commission. It mentions his studio in Ipswich, his residency in Washington for research, and his family.
• Main Center Clipping: This is the largest and most prominent article, headlined "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait" by Edgar J. Driscoll, dated February 28, 1965. The article announces that Boston artist Gardner Cox, 58, has been commissioned by the White House Historical Association to paint the official White House portrait of President John F. Kennedy. It notes that he has previously painted Secretary of State Dean Rusk and that this commission is a significant honor. A quote from Cox reads, "It kind of excites me... I think I see great possibilities in it."
  • Accompanying Photos: This clipping includes two black-and-white photos:
    • Top Photo: A portrait titled "ROBERT FROST, 1955" by Gardner Cox.
    • Bottom Photo: A smaller photo titled "GARDNER COX AT WORK," showing him painting.

The overall theme of the scrapbook page is centered on Gardner Cox’s career, with the JFK portrait commission being the main highlight. The inclusion of an article about a student art trip suggests the page may belong to someone involved in or passionate about the arts during that period. The aged paper and the careful pasting indicate this was a personal collection of significant press clippings.

This image shows a section of a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings. The clippings are pasted onto a beige-colored page, which has some visible stains and wear, suggesting it is an older item. Here are the details visible in the image:

1. Left Side:

   • A newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Courant" dated February 21, 1965, mentions "Prof. Green Speaks to Conn. Bldg. Congress."
   • Another clipped article is dated February 28, 1965, and discusses "Cox 'Best Portrait.'"

2. Right Side:

   • A large central article is titled "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait" by Edgar J. Driscoll. This article details the commission of Gardner Cox to paint the official White House portrait of President John F. Kennedy.
   • Below this article, there is a photograph of Gardner Cox working on a portrait, with the caption "ROBERT FROST, 1955" by Gardner Cox.
   • Another photograph is shown at the bottom, labeled "GARDNER COX AT WORK."

The overall theme of the clippings appears to revolve around art and cultural events, focusing on Gardner Cox and his work on the JFK portrait as well as his past projects. The clippings are methodically arranged, indicating that this page is part of a collection meant to preserve and highlight these stories.

This image is a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings attached to it. The page appears to be brown and has some wear, indicating its age. The clippings are from various newspapers and are dated in 1965.

1. Top Left Clipping: This is from the "Sunday Courant" from Hartford, Connecticut, dated February 21, 1965. It mentions "Prof. Green Speaks to Conn. Bldg. Congress" and discusses Samuel Magee Green, a professor of art and director of the Davison Art Center at Wesleyan University. The article talks about his speech on "The American Tradition in Architecture" at a meeting of the Connecticut Building Congress.

2. Top Right Clipping: This is from the "Enterprise & Times" from Brockton, Massachusetts, dated March 3, 1965. It is titled "TO VISIT MUSEUM" and discusses a group of students from Hanover High School visiting the Fogg Art Museum with their teacher, Percy Van Dyke. The article mentions their study of contemporary prints and their exposure to the museum's collection.

3. Bottom Left Clipping: This clipping is a continuation from page 1 and is about "Cox ‘Best’ PORTRAIT." It discusses Gardner Cox being named to do the official White House portrait of President Kennedy. The article mentions Cox's studio in Ipswich and his work on portraits of distinguished Americans.

4. Bottom Right Clipping: This is a larger clipping with the headline "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait" by Edgar J. Driscoll. It discusses Gardner Cox being commissioned to paint the official White House portrait of President Kennedy. The article includes a photograph of a portrait titled "ROBERT FROST, 1955" by Gardner Cox and a photo of Cox at work.

The scrapbook page also has some clear plastic strips attached to it, likely to hold the clippings in place. The overall layout suggests that this page is part of a collection of articles related to art, particularly focusing on Gardner Cox and his work.

The image depicts a scrapbook page with various newspaper clippings attached to it. The clippings are arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner, suggesting that they were pasted onto the page without much concern for alignment or organization. The clippings are from different newspapers, as evidenced by the varying fonts and styles of the headlines. Some of the clippings have been cut into different shapes, indicating that the person who created the scrapbook took the time to carefully select and arrange the articles. The scrapbook page appears to be from the mid-20th century, based on the style of the newspaper clippings and the type of paper used for the scrapbook. Overall, the image conveys a sense of nostalgia and a fascination with the past, as the creator of the scrapbook has taken the time to preserve these newspaper clippings for future generations to enjoy.

The image shows a book or scrapbook with pages open to reveal newspaper clippings. The clippings appear to be from the 1960s, based on the content and style of the articles. The pages are yellowed and have a vintage look, suggesting they are old and well-preserved. The clippings contain articles about various topics, including art exhibitions, portraits of notable figures, and events related to American history and culture. The book or scrapbook is placed on a gray surface, and the pages are held open by paper clips.

The image shows two pages from a newspaper or publication, likely from the mid-20th century, based on the style and content. The pages are open, displaying articles and accompanying photographs. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

• Headline: "Prof. Green Speaks to Conn. Bldg. Congress"
• Subheading: "Samuel Magee Green, professor of the Art Center at the University of Hartford, will speak on American tradition in contemporary art at a meeting of the Connecticut Building Congress."
• Content: The article discusses Professor Samuel Magee Green, who is scheduled to speak at a meeting of the Connecticut Building Congress. It highlights his expertise in American art and architecture, mentioning his involvement with the University of Hartford and his focus on modern art trends. The article also notes that he has lectured extensively on American art and architecture, incorporating traditional and modern elements.

Right Page:

• Headline: "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait"
• Subheading: "By Edgar J. Driscoll"
• Content: The article announces that Gardner Cox, a Boston artist, has been commissioned to paint the official portrait of President John F. Kennedy. It details Cox's background, noting that he has previously painted portraits of notable figures, including Supreme Court Justice Robert Frost. Cox is described as being in Washington, D.C., working on the portrait, which will be part of the White House Historical Association’s collection. The article also mentions that Cox will begin work on the portrait after completing talks with those involved and reviewing photographs and film clips of President Kennedy.

Photograph:

• Caption: "ROBERT FROST, 1955 By Gardner Cox"
• Description: The photograph shows an elderly man, presumably Robert Frost, seated and facing slightly to the side. The image is black and white and appears to be a formal portrait. Below the photograph, there is a smaller caption: "GARDNER COX AT WORK," suggesting that this image may depict Cox working on the portrait of Robert Frost.

Additional Details:

• Publication Information: The top of each page includes the header "New England News Agency, Inc., Box 367, Boston 6, Mass.," indicating the source of the publication.
• Dates: The left page is dated February 26, 1965, and the right page is dated February 21, 1965, suggesting these are consecutive pages from a newspaper or similar publication.
• Layout: The pages are formatted in a traditional newspaper style, with headlines, subheadings, and body text arranged in columns. The photograph is placed prominently on the right page, with accompanying captions.

Overall Context:

The image captures a moment in history, highlighting significant cultural and political events. The left page focuses on an academic and artistic discussion, while the right page announces a major artistic commission—the official portrait of President John F. Kennedy—by Gardner Cox, a renowned artist. The inclusion of the photograph of Robert Frost further emphasizes the artistic and cultural significance of the content. The publication appears to be a regional newspaper, likely from New England, given the header and the focus on local and national events.

This image captures a scrapbook page featuring several newspaper clippings and an image of a painting. The clippings appear to focus on events related to art and notable individuals. Key highlights of the page include:

1. Left Clippings: Articles discussing a professor speaking about art and architecture and the importance of museums. Dates and references, such as February 28, 1965, are mentioned.

2. Central Clipping: A large article titled "Gardner Cox Named to Do JFK Portrait," detailing the commission of artist Gardner Cox to paint an official portrait of President John F. Kennedy. It mentions his prior work and contains a quote from Cox expressing his excitement about the project.

3. Image: A reproduction of a painting titled "Robert Frost, 1955" by Gardner Cox is included in the lower right corner. The artwork depicts a sitter.

4. Scrapbook Details: The clippings are affixed to aged paper, with some discoloration and signs of wear. The scrapbook is bound with textured edges, and tape is visible in places securing the items.

The image shows an open scrapbook with various newspaper clippings pasted on its left page. The articles appear to be from different time periods, judging by their varying degrees of yellowing and the multiple fold marks indicating they were once part of larger newspaper sheets. One of the articles prominently features the headline "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait," with an accompanying image of an artist's portrait of a figure captioned "ROBERT FROST, 1955," and a smaller photo below it labeled "GARDNER COX AT WORK." The right page of the scrapbook is blank, aside from some adhesive residue, suggesting that there may have been clippings there that have been removed or have fallen out over time. There are also some pieces of tape on both sides, indicating prior attachments or repairs. The scrapbook itself has a maroon and dark patterned cover with visible signs of wear along its edges.

The image shows an open scrapbook page with several old newspaper clippings pasted onto it. These clippings appear to be related to art and artists, and they show signs of aging with yellowed paper.

1. The top left clipping is from the "Hartford Courant," dated February 21, 1965. It mentions "Prof. Green" speaking to a Connecticut building congress.
2. Next to it, in the top center, is a clipping mentioning "Enterprise & Times" from Brockton, Mass., with a date marked 1949. This article discusses a visit to a museum by students taking a course in art.
3. The largest clipping, at the bottom center, is titled "Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait," written by Edgar J. Driscoll. It details Gardner Cox being commissioned to paint an official White House portrait of President John F. Kennedy. It mentions Cox's background, his work on other distinguished portraits, and his planned process for this portrait.
4. To the right of this article, there is a black and white photograph of a seated man at work, holding a tool or brush, with a caption: "ROBERT FROST, 1955 By Gardner Cox" and "GARDNER COX AT WORK."

The overall theme of this scrapbook page is focused on fine art, portraits, and artists, particularly Gardner Cox and his commission for JFK's portrait.

The image shows an open scrapbook page with old newspaper clippings taped or glued to tan paper. The clippings are yellowed with age and arranged in several small sections. The most prominent piece is a clipping with the headline “Gardner Cox Named To Do JFK Portrait” (by Edgar J. Driscoll). To the left is another piece starting “Cox ‘Best’ Portrait,” continuing from the same story. At the bottom right there is a photo clipping about “ROBERT FROST, 1965” by Gardner Cox, with a small caption that reads “Gardner Cox at work.” There are additional narrow clippings along the left edge with headlines like “Prof. Green Speaks to Conn. Bldg. Congress” and other notices. The page is part of a bound scrapbook, with a dark marbled edge visible on the right side. Overall, it appears to document news about artist Gardner Cox and his work on JFK-related portraits.