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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1961-December 1965

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The image is a newspaper clipping from "The Boston Herald," dated 1965, discussing the death and memorial services for Mrs. Langdon Warner, aged 78. She was a second cousin of President Theodore Roosevelt. The article provides details about her life, including her education (Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art), her involvement in the Junior League of New York, and her musical activities, such as founding the Bach Contata Club, which sang with the Boston Symphony Orchestra. It also mentions her work as president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society and her directorship of the South End Music School and the Buckingham School Glee Club. The article notes that she studied choral conducting with Dr. Archibald Davidson, served as an assistant conductor of the Radcliffe Choral Society, and was a director of the Radcliffe Choir. Additionally, it highlights her writing, referencing a book titled "Korai Celadon in America." The memorial services were held at the Harvard University Memorial Church at 11 a.m. on Saturday. The image also includes a photograph of Mrs. Langdon Warner, labeled as a 1948 photo.

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This image is a newspaper clipping from the "Boston Herald" dated 1965, July 24. It is an obituary for Mrs. Langdon Warner, who was 78 years old and a cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt. The headline reads, "Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78, Theodore Roosevelt's Cousin."

The obituary details her life and accomplishments. It mentions that her memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Harvard University Memorial Church. She passed away on Tuesday. Her late husband, Langdon Warner, was an internationally-known art expert and a fellow of the Fogg Museum for research in Asia.

Mrs. Warner was born in New York and was a graduate of the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art in New York. She was one of the founders of the Junior League of New York. She traveled extensively with her husband throughout the Far East before settling in Cambridge in 1922.

She founded the Bach Contata Club, which sang with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and had served as president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society. She was also the director of the South End Music School and the Buckingham School Glee Club. She studied choral conducting with Dr. Archibald Davidson, served as assistant conductor of the Radcliffe Choral Society, and as a director of the Radcliffe Choir.

The obituary also notes that she wrote "Korai Celadon in America," a kindergarten book of songs for the concert series, and collaborated with Minna Franziska Holl on a book on music reading. She was raised in Oyster Bay, L.I., and often in her youth was accompanied by President Theodore Roosevelt. The presidential yacht used her family's dock.

She leaves behind a son, Caleb of Lexington, two daughters, Miss Margaret Warner of Boston and Mrs. Robert John Buckley, Jr. of Chatham, Pa., and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, Calif.

On the right side of the clipping, there is a photograph of Mrs. Langdon Warner, taken in 1948.

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This image displays a yellowed, aged newspaper clipping, likely from the 1960s, detailing the obituary for Mrs. Langdon Warner. The clipping is vertically oriented and features a portrait of the deceased alongside a column of text.

At the top, handwritten in blue ink, are the notes: “Boston Herald, June 24, 1965,” which identify the source and date of the article. Below this, the partial masthead of the newspaper is visible, showing the letters “THS AND FUNE,” likely from a section heading such as “DEATHS AND FUNERALS.”

The headline reads:
Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78,
Theodore Roosevelt’s Cousin

The article reports that memorial services for Mrs. Langdon d’O (Roosevelt) Warner, 78, of Essex, widow of the late art expert Langdon Warner and second cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt, were to be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday at Harvard University Memorial Church. She died on Tuesday.

The body of the article provides biographical details:

  • She was born in New York and graduated from the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art in New York.
  • She was a founder of the Junior League of New York.
  • She traveled extensively in the Far East with her husband before settling in Cambridge in 1922.
  • She founded the Bach Contata Club and served as president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society, among other musical roles.
  • She studied choral conducting and wrote Korai Celadon in America, a kindergarten book of songs.
  • She collaborated with Minna Franziska Holl on a book on music reading.
  • She was raised in Oyster Bay, Long Island, and was often accompanied in her youth by President Theodore Roosevelt; the presidential yacht even used her family’s dock.

The article concludes by listing her survivors: a son, Caleb of Lexington; two daughters, Miss Margaret Warner of Boston and Mrs. Robert John Buckley, Jr. of Chatham, Pa.; and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, Calif.

To the right of the text is a black-and-white portrait photograph of Mrs. Warner. It is captioned “MRS. LANGDON WARNER (1948 photo).” She appears as an elderly woman with short, light-colored, wavy hair, wearing a dark dress with a light collar, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

The newspaper clipping exhibits signs of age — yellowing paper, slight creases, and torn edges — and is photographed against a plain, light gray background. The overall tone of the article is formal and respectful, highlighting her prominent family connections, extensive travels, and significant contributions to Boston’s musical and cultural life.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated June 24, 1965. The clipping is titled "THIS AND FUNE" and features an article about Mrs. Langdon Warner, who was 78 years old at the time. She was the cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt.

The article mentions that memorial services for Mrs. Warner were held at Harvard University Memorial Church. She passed away on a Tuesday. Mrs. Warner was born in New York and was a graduate of the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art in New York. She was one of the founders of the Junior League of New York.

Mrs. Warner traveled extensively with her husband throughout the Far East before settling in Cambridge in 1922. She founded the Bach Contata Club, which sang with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and had served as President of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society. She was also director of the South End Music School and the Buckingham School Glee Club.

Mrs. Warner studied choral conducting with Dr. Archibald Davidson, served as assistant conductor of the Radcliffe Choral Society, and as a director of the Radcliffe Choir. She wrote Korai Celadon in America, a kindergarten book of songs for the concert series.

Mrs. Warner was married to an internationally known art expert and was a fellow of the Fogg Museum for research in Asia. She leaves behind a son, Caleb of Lexington, two daughters, Miss Margaret Warner of Boston, and Mrs. Robert John Buckley, Jr. of Chatham, Pa., and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, Calif.

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The image appears to be a newspaper clipping or obituary from the Boston Herald, dated June 24, 1965. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph of a woman, captioned "Mrs. Langdon Warner (1948 photo)." The text provides information about Mrs. Langdon Warner, who was 78 years old at the time of her death. She was the widow of Langdon Warner, a well-known art expert and researcher in Asia, and the second cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt.

The clipping mentions that memorial services for Mrs. Langdon Warner were held at the Harvard University Memorial Church. It highlights her contributions to the arts, including her involvement in the Junior League of New York, her founding of the Bach Contata Club, and her collaboration with Minna Franziska Holl on a book about music reading. The text also notes her education, which included studying at the Brearley School, the Institute of Musical Art in New York, and the South End Music School.

Additionally, the clipping provides details about her family, including her son, Caleb of Lexington, two daughters, Miss Margaret Warner of Boston and Mrs. Robert John Buckley, Jr. of Chatham, and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, California. The clipping serves as an obituary and a tribute to Mrs. Langdon Warner's life and accomplishments.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping titled "Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78, Theodore Roosevelt's Cousin" from the Boston Herald, June 24, 1965. The article is a memorial notice for Mrs. Langdon Warner, who was 78 years old at the time of her death.

Key Details from the Image:

Headline and Title:

  • The headline reads: "Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78, Theodore Roosevelt's Cousin", indicating her relation to former President Theodore Roosevelt.
  • The article is part of a section titled "THIS AND FUNE", suggesting it is an obituary or tribute.

Content Overview:

  • Memorial Services: Memorial services for Mrs. Langdon Warner are scheduled for 11 a.m. on Saturday at the Harvard University Memorial Church. She passed away on Tuesday.
  • Background Information:
    • She was the widow of Langdon Warner, a nationally-known art expert and fellow of the Fogg Museum for research in Asia.
    • She was born in New York and graduated from the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art in New York.
    • She was one of the founders of the Junior League of New York.
    • She traveled extensively with her husband throughout the Far East before settling in Cambridge in 1922.
    • She founded the Bach Cantata Club, sang with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and served as president of the Greater Boston Presidential Society, the South End Music School, and the Buckingham School Glee Club.
    • She studied choral conducting with Dr. Archibald Davidson and served as assistant conductor of the Radcliffe Choral Society and as a director of the Radcliffe Choir.
    • She wrote "Korai Celadon in America", a kindergarten book, and composed songs for a concert series.
    • She collaborated with Minna Franziska Holl on a book about music reading.
    • She was raised in Oyster Bay, L.I., and often accompanied President Theodore Roosevelt on the presidential yacht, using her family’s dock.
    • She is survived by a son, Caleb, two daughters (Miss Margaret Warner of Boston and Mrs. Robert John Buckley, Jr. of Chatham, Pa.), and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, Calif..

Photograph:

  • There is a black-and-white photograph of Mrs. Langdon Warner on the right side of the article. The caption beneath the photo reads: "MRS. LANGDON WARNER (1948 photo)", indicating the photo was taken in 1948.

Handwritten Notes:

  • At the top of the clipping, there is handwritten text that reads "Boston Herald, June 24, 1965", confirming the source and date of the article.

Overall Context:

The clipping provides a detailed tribute to Mrs. Langdon Warner, highlighting her significant contributions to the arts, music, and civic organizations. It also emphasizes her connection to President Theodore Roosevelt and her legacy as an influential figure in her community. The inclusion of a photograph and handwritten date adds a personal touch, suggesting the clipping may have been preserved for historical or sentimental reasons.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Boston Herald, dated 1965, with an obituary notice for Mrs. Langdon Warner, who passed away at the age of 78. She was a second cousin of Theodore Roosevelt, the former President of the United States. The article highlights her life and achievements, mentioning that she was the widow of Langdon Warner, a renowned art expert.

The obituary provides details about her life, such as being born in New York, her education at the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art, and her contributions to music. She was one of the founders of the Junior League of New York, involved with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and served as president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society.

Additionally, she was connected to the Radcliffe Choral Society and worked on music-related publications. It mentions various family members she is survived by and includes a smaller photograph captioned "Mrs. Langdon Warner (1948 photo)," which shows her portrait. There is some handwriting at the top that reads "Boston Herald, June 24, 1965."

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The image shows a newspaper clipping reporting the death of Mrs. Langdon Warner, aged 78, who was the widow of Langdon Warner and the second cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt. A memorial service is scheduled to be held at Harvard University Memorial Church.

The article details her late husband's career as an internationally-known art expert and a fellow of the Fogg Museum for research in Asia. It also touches upon Mrs. Langdon Warner's own background, stating that she was born in New York and was a graduate of the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art. She was noted for founding the Bach Cantata Club, which sang with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, and for serving as the president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society.

Additionally, Mrs. Warner's contributions to music and education are mentioned, including studying choral conducting with Dr. Archibald Davidson, helping with the Radcliffe Choral Society, and writing a kindergarten book of songs. Her family connections are also provided, noting her upbringing in Oyster Bay, Long Island, and her encounters with President Theodore Roosevelt.

The article mentions her surviving family members, including a son, two daughters, and a brother, though their names and locations are listed in the article. A note in the upper right corner indicates the year 1965 and some handwriting is visible at the top.

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This image shows a newspaper obituary clipping with the headline "Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78, Theodore Roosevelt's Cousin." The obituary is from the Boston Herald, dated June 24, 1965 (handwritten at the top).

The text details the memorial services for Mrs. Langdon d'O (Roosevelt) Warner of Essex, widow of Langdon Warner, and second cousin of former President Theodore Roosevelt. It mentions that she died on a Tuesday and that the memorial services will be held at Harvard University Memorial Church.

The obituary highlights her late husband's career as an internationally known art expert and fellow of the Fogg Museum for research in Asia. It provides information about her background, including being born in New York and her education at the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art in New York. She was a founder of the Junior League of New York and traveled extensively with her husband before settling in Cambridge in 1922.

Mrs. Warner's musical contributions are noted, including founding the Bach Contata Club, serving as president of the Greater Boston Orchestral Society, and being the director of the South End Music School and Buckingham School Glee Club. She had studied choral conducting and participated in various choral societies. She also wrote a kindergarten book of songs called Korai Celadon in America.

The obituary mentions collaborations with Minna Franziska Holl on a book on music reading, her upbringing in Oyster Bay, Long Island, and connections to President Theodore Roosevelt, including the use of the presidential yacht at her family's dock.

The article concludes by listing her survivors: a son named Caleb of Lexington, two daughters (Miss Margot Warner of Boston and Mrs. Robert John Buckley Jr. of Chatham, PA), and a brother, Nicholas Roosevelt of Big Sur, California.

There is a black-and-white photo labeled "Mrs. Langdon Warner (1948 photo)" included beside the text.

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This is a small torn newspaper obituary clipping with a faded, sepia-toned appearance. The top header is cropped and reads something like “DEATHS AND FUNERALS.” A handwritten note in blue ink at the very top says “Boston Herald June 24 1965.”

Main headline: “Mrs. Langdon Warner, 78, Theodore Roosevelt’s Cousin.” The article notes memorial services for Mrs. Langdon d’O Warner, widow of Langdon Warner and a second cousin of Theodore Roosevelt, and mentions she died on Tuesday with a service planned at Harvard University Memorial Church.

There is a small black-and-white photo on the right side with most of the face covered by a gray square (likely to anonymize). Beneath the photo is the caption: “MRS. LANGDON WARNER (1948 photo).”

The text describes her life: born in New York, educated at the Brearley School and the Institute of Musical Art, founder of the Bach Cantata Club, and various musical roles and affiliations in Boston (e.g., with the Boston Symphony Orchestra, the Greater Boston Orchestra Society, the South End Music School, and the Radcliffe Choir). It also notes family details and associations with Theodore Roosevelt.

Overall, the clipping is a historical obituary page about a notable arts patron and relative of Theodore Roosevelt.