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The image shows a newspaper clipping from a publication titled "The Cleveland Press," dated June 7, 1968. The clipping is part of an album or collection, as indicated by the label "The Ohio News Bureau Company" and "First Clipping Bureau In Ohio" on a sticker at the top. The article discusses an event called "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt," written by Marjorie Alge, the Society Editor.

The article details a social gathering, likely a hunt club event, where art museum directors and curators were entertained by the Lees at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club. The text mentions that the event was a change of pace from the usual art museum gatherings. It also notes the presence of notable figures from various art museums, such as Thomas S. Buechner from the Brooklyn Museum of Art, Perry Rathbone from the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and Sherman E. Lee, the Cleveland Art Museum director.

The newspaper clipping includes several black-and-white photographs of people attending the event, showing interactions and socializing. The photographs are captioned with details about the individuals and their involvement in art museums. The text in the article is accompanied by smaller images of people shaking hands and engaging in conversation, emphasizing the social aspect of the event.

This image shows a clipping from a newspaper article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt," written by Marjorie Alge, the Society Editor. The clipping is placed on a page from a scrapbook or album. There are several black-and-white photographs at the top of the article, each with a caption:

1. The first photo shows three men in formal attire, identified as Thomas S. Buechner, director of the Brooklyn Museum of Art (left), Perry Rathbone, Boston Museum of Fine Arts director (center), and Sherman E. Lee, Cleveland Art Museum director (right). The caption reads, "IN CONVERSATIONAL HUDDLE."

2. The second photo shows two men and a woman in formal attire. The caption reads, "TALK OF ART engages Thomas Colt of the Dayton Art Institute (left) and Mrs. Robert L. Groves Jr."

3. The third photo shows a woman in a formal dress and a man in a tuxedo. The caption reads, "ON THE HUNT CLUB VERANDA Mrs. Severance A. Millikin talks to Harry Grier, director of the Frick Collection in New York City."

4. The fourth photo shows two women in formal attire. The caption reads, "HANDSHAKE AND SMILE for Miss Agnes Mongan, associate director of Harvard's Fogg Museum (left) come from Mrs. R. Henry Norweb, Cleveland Art Museum president."

The article discusses how an art museum director entertains guests accustomed to the faces of the world's great art masterpieces. It mentions that the Cleveland museum director and Mrs. Sherman Lee decided the only possible answer is a complete change of pace. The article goes on to describe the events and activities during the Association of Art Museum Directors' three-day annual meeting, including a dinner party and a visit to the Holden Arboretum. The text also mentions various museum directors and curators present at the event, such as Thomas Buechner, Evan Turner, James Brown, and Kenneth Donohue. The article concludes by listing more names of museum directors and curators present at the event.

The image is a photograph of a newspaper clipping pasted on a brown sheet of paper. The newspaper clipping is from "The Cleveland Press," and the date is July 7, 1963. The headline reads, "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt." The article is written by Marjorie Aige, the Society Editor. The clipping is surrounded by a blue label that reads "The Ohio News Bureau Company" and has a date stamp of "1963-07-07."

The article is about a social event organized by the Association of Art Museum Directors, which was held at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club. The event was attended by various art museum directors and curators, including Thomas S. Buechner, director of the Brooklyn Museum of Art; Perry Rathbone, director of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts; and Sherman E. Lee, director of the Cleveland Art Museum. The event was a formal dinner party and a fox hunt, which was a unique way to entertain the guests.

The article also mentions that the event was a success, with most of the men wearing black ties and the women in formal dresses. The event was a departure from the usual museum-related gatherings, and it was a fun and enjoyable experience for all the attendees. The article also includes a photograph of the event, showing the guests gathered together and enjoying themselves.

The image shows a page from a newspaper with a headline that reads "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" and several photos of people in formal attire. The article is about the annual meeting of the Association of Art Museum Directors, which took place at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club. The article mentions that some of the directors and curators of the nation's great museums were bused to the club from the Wade Park Manor. The article also mentions that several names were mentioned as possible successors to the director of the Cleveland Institute of Art, who died on May 11.

The image shows a page from a newspaper clipping book, likely from The Cleveland Press, dated June 2, 1958. The page features an article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" by Marjorie Age, Society Editor. The article discusses a formal dinner party held at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club, where art museum directors and curators gathered. The event was organized by Sherman Lee, director of the Cleveland Art Museum, and his wife, Mrs. Sherman Lee, who were elected as the only possible Association of Art Museum Directors to host the dinner.

The article highlights the contrast between the formal attire of the attendees and the unconventional setting, noting that the women wore long dresses and the men were in black-tie attire, despite the rustic surroundings. The event was described as a "complete change from an afternoon tour of the Holden Arboretum," emphasizing the shift in atmosphere.

The article also mentions notable attendees, including museum directors such as James J. Rorimer of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Thomas Buchanan of the Brooklyn Museum, and others. The text includes several photographs:

1. Top Left Photo: A group of men in formal attire, including tuxedos and suits, engaged in conversation. The caption identifies them as Thomas S. Buechner (director of the Brooklyn Museum of Art), Perry Rathbone (Boston Museum of Fine Arts director), and Sherman E. Lee (Cleveland Art Museum director).

2. Top Right Photo: A group of people, including Mrs. Severance A. Millikin and Harry Grier, director of the Frick Collection in New York City, standing together at what appears to be a social gathering.

3. Bottom Right Photo: A photograph labeled "HANDSHAKE AND SMILE for MISS AGNES MONGAN, associate director of Harvard's Fogg Museum," showing her interacting with another individual. The caption also mentions Mrs. R. Henry Norweb, Cleveland Art Museum president.

The page also includes a header from The Ohio News Bureau Company, indicating that this is part of a clipping archive, and a stamp or label from the Cleveland Press with the date and page number. The overall layout and design suggest this is a historical document, likely preserved for archival or research purposes.

The image presents a newspaper clipping featuring an article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" by Marjorie Alge, Society Editor. The article is accompanied by four photographs of individuals in formal attire, likely at a social event.

Article Content:

• The article discusses how art museum directors have replaced their traditional roles as hunters with a focus on art appreciation.
• It mentions that some 90 people attended the dinner party, about half of whom were delegates and their wives, the other half VIPs of the museum, trustees, benefactors, and friends.
• The article also notes that some directors and curators of the nation's great museums have been bused to the club from the Wade Park Manor, convention headquarters, through a for-hunt and the chase.

Photographs:

• The first photograph shows Thomas S. Buechner, director of the Brooklyn Museum of Art (left), Perry Rathbone, Boston Museum of Fine Arts director, and Sherman E. Lee, Cleveland Art Museum director.
• The second photograph depicts Tomas Colt of the Dayton Art Institute (left) and Mrs. Robert L. Trover Jr.
• The third photograph features Mrs. Severance A. Millikin talking to Harry Grier, director of the Frick Collection in New York City.
• The fourth photograph shows Mrs. Agnes Morgan, associate director of Harvard's Fogg Museum (left) coming from Mrs. R. Henry Norweb, Cleveland Art Museum president.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

• The clipping is from "The Ohio News Bureau Company" and includes a stamp with the address "Cleveland, O. P.M.-cir. 367, Prc."
• The clipping is attached to a brown book or folder, which appears to be an old scrapbook or photo album.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the social lives of art museum directors and their interests in art appreciation.

This image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from the 1960s, featuring an article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" by Marjorie Aige, Society Editor. The article is accompanied by a series of black-and-white photographs showcasing individuals in formal attire, likely attending a high-society event or gathering.

The clipping appears to be from a local Ohio newspaper, as indicated by the presence of a news bureau company stamp in the top-left corner. The article itself discusses the Cleveland Museum of Art's director and Mrs. Sherman Lee, who deeded the only possible answer to a complete change of pace. The text is somewhat difficult to read due to its age and the quality of the scan.

Overall, this image provides a glimpse into the social scene of the 1960s, highlighting the intersection of art, culture, and high society in Cleveland during that era.

The image depicts a vintage newspaper clipping from The Cleveland Press, dated May 7, 1963, featuring an article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" by Marjorie Aige, Society Editor.

The article is accompanied by four black-and-white photographs showcasing individuals at a formal event, likely a charity gala or fundraiser. The photographs are arranged in two rows, with the top row containing three images and the bottom row featuring one larger image.

The article discusses the Association of Art Museum Directors' three-day annual meeting, which took place at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club. The event was attended by approximately 50 persons, including museum directors, curators, and benefactors. The article highlights the contrast between the formal attire worn by the guests and the rustic surroundings of the hunt club.

The clipping is mounted on a brown paper page, which appears to be part of a scrapbook or photo album. A label in the upper-left corner reads "THE OHIO NEWS BUREAU COMPANY" and "THE CLEVELAND PRESS." The overall atmosphere of the image suggests a formal and sophisticated gathering, with a touch of humor and whimsy in the title and content of the article.

The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping, likely from the 1960s, featuring a prominent article titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt" accompanied by four black-and-white photographs. The clipping is mounted on a brown paper backing and appears to be stored in a scrapbook or photo album.

• Newspaper Clipping
  • Title: "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt"
  • Subtitle: "By Marjorie Aige, Society Editor"
  • Content: The article discusses an event where art museum directors gather at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club's three-day annual meeting.
  • Statistics:
    • 50 persons attended the dinner party
    • Half of them were delegates and their wives, the rest were VIPs of the museum, trustees, benefactors, and friends
• Photographs
  • Four black-and-white photos are arranged above the article
  • Photos depict various individuals engaged in conversations, including:
    • Thomas S. Buechner, director of the Brooklyn Museum of Art (left), and Sherman E. Lee, Cleveland Art Museum director
    • Thomas Colt of the Dayton Art Institute (left) and Robert L. Kieves
    • Mrs. Severance A. Millikin talking to Harry Gitter, director of the Frick Collection in New York City
    • Mrs. Agnes Mongomery (Jeffrey) shaking hands with Mrs. Henry Norweb, Cleveland Art Museum president
• Label and Sticker
  • A blue label with white text reads "THE OHIO NEWS BUREAU COMPANY"
  • A white sticker with blue text provides additional information about the clipping, including:
    • "The Cleveland Plain Dealer"
    • "Cleveland, O."
    • "P.M.-circ. 387,000"
    • "11-14-63"

In summary, the image showcases a vintage newspaper clipping featuring an article about an art-related event, accompanied by photographs of attendees. The clipping is stored in a scrapbook or photo album and includes a label and sticker providing context about its origin and publication.

The image is a newspaper clipping from "The Cleveland Press" dated May 2, 1953. The article, titled "Art Ousts Hounds, Hunt," is written by Marjorie Adee, the society editor. The article discusses an event organized by the Association of Art Museum Directors at the Chagrin Valley Hunt Club, where art museum directors and their spouses gathered for a weekend of socializing and entertainment.

Key points from the article include:

• The event was organized by Cleveland Museum director Sherman E. Lee and his wife, who were praised for their hospitality.
• Delegates from various art museums across the country attended, including directors from the Brooklyn Museum of Art, Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and others.
• The attendees enjoyed a formal dinner, cocktail parties, and a fox hunt.
• The article mentions that many of the men wore black ties, while the women were dressed in formal attire, with some wearing "surprise" dresses.
• Notable attendees included James Cott of the Dayton Art Institute, Mrs. Robert L. Covert, and Mrs. Severance A. Millikin, who discussed the Frick Collection in New York City.
• The event was described as a mix of formal and informal activities, with name-dropping among museum directors being a common pastime.

The article is accompanied by several photographs showing attendees in formal wear, engaged in conversation and enjoying the event. The images capture the social and formal aspects of the gathering.