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The image is a page from a scrapbook or an archive containing several newspaper clippings related to events at Harvard University in 1966. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

1. Top Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Out of the Fogg Into the News"
   • Author: Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.
   • Content: The article discusses the theft of a bronze sculpture titled "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lachaise (1882-1935) from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The sculpture, part of a larger collection, was stolen, and the museum is offering a "substantial reward" for its return. The article mentions that the sculpture was part of a collection donated by Joseph H. Hazen.

2. Top Right Image:

   • Description: A photograph of the "Flock of Seagulls" sculpture with a section labeled "MISSING," indicating the part that was stolen.

3. Bottom Left Clipping:

   • Title: "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"
   • Content: This article reports on the dedication of a plaque and an area in Harvard Yard to honor Edward Forbes, a former director of the Fogg Art Museum. The dedication ceremony included the unveiling of a plaque and the planting of a tree. The area is located between Harvard Yard and Cambridge Street.

4. Bottom Right Clipping:

   • Title: "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"
   • Content: This article announces the opening of an exhibit featuring the Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum. The collection includes works by renowned artists such as Renoir, Cézanne, and Picasso. The exhibit is described as a significant addition to the museum's holdings and is open to the public.

5. Small Clippings:

   • Content: These smaller clippings provide additional details about the events mentioned in the larger articles. One clipping mentions a sculpture and painter who died, and another provides contact information for the Fogg Art Museum.

Overall, the page documents significant events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University in 1966, including the theft of a sculpture, the dedication of a memorial, and the opening of a notable art collection.

The image shows an open scrapbook or newspaper page with several articles and photographs pasted on it. The page is likely from the mid-20th century, as indicated by the style and yellowing of the paper. Here is a detailed description of the contents:

1. Top Left Article: "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.

   • The article discusses the theft of two birds from a sculpture titled "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lachaise, which was on display at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The birds, part of a larger work, were made of polished brass. The article mentions that the heist might have been an inside job since the thieves knew which pieces were valuable. A reward is offered for the return of the sculptures. The missing pair is described as being about 15 inches tall.

2. Top Right Photograph: "Part of 'Flock of Gulls' is Missing"

   • This black and white photograph shows the sculpture "Flock of Seagulls" with two birds missing. The remaining structure has a sign that reads "MISSING" attached to it.

3. Bottom Left Article: "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"

   • This article announces the dedication of a new plaza and arcade at Harvard, named after Edward Waldo Forbes, a former director of the Fogg Art Museum. The event includes the planting of a tree and the unveiling of a plaque. The new space is intended to be a gathering place for students and faculty.

4. Bottom Right Articles:

   • There are two smaller articles pasted side by side.
     • The left one, from the "Herald News," is about an art exhibit at the Fogg Museum that includes works by artists such as Daumier, Picasso, and Degas. The exhibit features pieces from the Hazen Collection, which includes paintings, sculptures, and drawings from the 19th and 20th centuries.
     • The right one, also from the "Herald News," reports on the opening of the Hazen Collection at the Fogg Museum. It details the variety of works on display, including paintings, sculptures, drawings, and illustrations, and highlights that many of the pieces had been in storage for years.

The page is filled with articles related to events and exhibits at the Fogg Museum, with a particular focus on the theft of the sculpture and the opening of new collections. The articles provide insights into the cultural and artistic activities at Harvard University during that period.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from October 1966 related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Clipping ("Out of the Fogg Into the News"):

   • Title: "Out of the Fogg Into the News"
   • Author: Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.
   • Content: This article discusses the theft of two birds from a sculpture by Gaston Lachaise, titled "Flock of Gulls," which is part of a loan from the Fogg Museum to the movie mogul Joseph H. Hazen of New York. The sculpture's pair of birds was missing, and the museum is offering a substantial reward for their return. The article humorously mentions that the birds were part of a soaring assembly and humorously refers to the theft as "a thief on the lam."

2. Top Right Clipping ("Missing"):

   • Image: A black and white photograph of the sculpture "Flock of Gulls" with part of the birds missing.

3. Bottom Left Clipping ("Harvard Yard Dedication"):

   • Title: "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"
   • Content: This article describes a dedication ceremony honoring Edward Forbes, who is noted for his contributions to the Fogg Art Museum. The section mentions the opening of Forbes Plaza and Arcades, which are part of the new center of Harvard's campus.

4. Bottom Center Clipping (New England News):

   • Title: Various articles from New England News dated October 19, 1966.
   • Content: Includes a piece about the sculpture and the painter duo Mrs. Mary O’Connor Clark and her husband, which briefly mentions their contributions to the community and their artworks.

5. Bottom Right Clipping ("Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"):

   • Title: "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"
   • Content: This article details the opening of the Joseph H. Hazen Collection at the Fogg Museum. It highlights the exhibition of various artworks, including pieces by renowned artists such as Daumier, Picasso, and others. The collection is noted for its quality and historical significance.

Each clipping provides context and details about significant events and exhibitions related to the Fogg Art Museum during that period.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, primarily focused on the Harvard University Art Museum, specifically the Fogg Museum of Art. Here's a detailed summary of each section:

1. Top Clipping - "Out of the Fogg Into the News" (Oct. 12, 1966):

   • Headline: "Out of the Fogg Into the News"
   • Article Title: By Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.
   • Content: The article reports the theft of two birds from a sculpture titled "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lachaise. The sculpture is on loan to the Fogg Museum from Joseph H. Hazen of New York. The museum offers a reward for the return of the birds, which were part of a larger group of 13 birds. The article mentions that the sculpture was on loan from Hazen for the movie "The Fogg" and that the birds were given a substantial reward for their return.

2. Image within the Top Clipping:

   • A black-and-white photograph of the missing birds from the "Flock of Seagulls" sculpture, labeled as "PART OF 'FLOCK OF GULLS' IS MISSING."

3. Bottom Left Clipping - "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes" (Oct. 19, 1966):

   • Headline: "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"
   • Source: Boston Globe
   • Content: This clipping discusses the dedication of Forbes Plaza and Arcades in Harvard Yard to honor Edward Forbes. Edward Forbes, the former director of the Fogg Art Museum, is praised for his significant contributions to the museum and his efforts in acquiring artworks. The article also mentions the unveiling of a bronze plaque in his honor.

4. Bottom Right Clippings:

   • Clipping 1: From New England News, dated Oct. 19, 1966, mentions the Hazen Collection opening at the Fogg Museum.
   • Clipping 2: Herald News, Fall River, Mass., also dated Oct. 19, 1966, with a similar headline about the Hazen Collection opening.
   • Clipping 3: Springfield Republican, dated Oct. 19, 1966, also discusses the Hazen Collection opening at the Fogg Art Museum and mentions the exhibit's inclusion of works by artists such as Daumier, Picasso, and others.

5. Clipping at the Bottom Center - "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg":

   • Headline: "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"
   • Content: This article discusses the opening of the Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum. The collection includes works by various prominent artists, and the article highlights the quality and significance of the pieces. It mentions that the collection was established by Joseph H. Hazen, who has been instrumental in donating many artworks to the museum.

In summary, the collection of clippings focuses on significant events and announcements related to the Fogg Art Museum, including the theft of a sculpture component, a dedication ceremony for Edward Forbes, and the opening of the Hazen Collection.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from October 1966, all related to the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Article - "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.

   • The headline reads: "Two birds on the wing... A thief on the lam... And the Fogg out on a limb."
   • The article discusses the theft of two birds from Gaston Lachaille's sculpture "Flock of Seagulls" from the museum. The birds were part of a larger piece on loan from Joseph H. Hazen of New York.
   • The museum is offering a reward for the return of the birds, which are described as approximately 13 inches tall.
   • The article notes that the sculpture was on loan and emphasizes that the museum is embarrassed by the theft.

2. Top Right Image - Illustration of Missing Sculpture

   • This is a black-and-white illustration showing part of the "Flock of Gulls" sculpture with the missing birds indicated.
   • The caption reads: "PART OF 'FLOCK OF GULLS' IS MISSING."

3. Middle Left Article - "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"

   • This article announces the dedication of a new plaza and arcade along the Yard at Harvard University to honor Edward Forbes, the former director of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The dedication ceremony will feature Harvard President Nathan Pusey and Edward Forbes' family, including his son, Dr. Forbes Plummer Forbes.
   • The new Forbes Plaza and Arcade will connect the Yard with the Forbes Quad and house a memorial to Forbes.

4. Middle Right Article - "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"

   • This article, from the New England News, announces the opening of the Joseph H. Hazen Collection at the Fogg Museum.
   • The collection includes works by artists such as Daumier, Picasso, and Degas, among others.
   • The article highlights that Hazen's collection is a significant addition to the museum, with many works being shown for the first time.

5. Bottom Right Clipping - Additional Information on Hazen Collection

   • This clipping provides more details about the Hazen Collection, emphasizing its personal nature and the variety of works included.
   • It mentions that the collection includes pieces by notable artists such as Daumier, Picasso, and Degas, among others, and that these pieces were selected by Hazen himself.

Overall, the clippings provide a snapshot of significant events and acquisitions at the Fogg Museum of Art in October 1966, including the theft of a sculpture, a dedication ceremony, and the opening of a new art collection.

The image is a collage of newspaper clippings from October 1966, containing several articles and announcements related to art and events at Harvard University.

1. Top Left Article - "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.

   • This article discusses the theft of a pair of birds in flight from a brass bas sculpture titled "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lachaise. The sculpture is part of the collection at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.
   • The birds were reportedly stolen from an assembly of 12 birds, which is part of an important movie prop collection.
   • The Fogg Museum offers a substantial reward for the return of the missing birds and asks anyone with information to deliver them to a specified address.

2. Middle Article - "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes"

   • This article announces the dedication of a group of trees in Harvard Yard to honor Edward Waldo Forbes, who served as the director of the Fogg Art Museum from 1909 to 1944.
   • Forbes, a member of the class of 1895, is being honored for his contributions to the arts at Harvard.
   • The dedication ceremony will include the planting of several trees and the installation of a plaque.

3. Top Right - Missing Sculpture Notice

   • This part includes a photo and notice about the missing part of the "Flock of Gulls" sculpture, reiterating the details from the first article about the theft and the reward.

4. Bottom Right Article - "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg"

   • This article announces the opening of the Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum, which includes a variety of paintings and miniatures.
   • The collection features works by notable artists such as Daumier, Picasso, Dufy, and Braque.
   • The Hazen Collection is noted for its significant contribution to the museum's offerings, with many works donated by Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Hazen.

5. Other Notices

   • There are also brief dated notices related to other news stories, such as one about the Heroin News in Fall River, Mass., but these are less prominent compared to the main articles.

This image shows a scrapbook page containing several clipped newspaper articles and clippings related to the Fogg Museum and Harvard. The articles appear to be dated around October 1966 and cover various topics including:

1. A piece titled "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. discussing the theft of two birds from a brass sculpture called "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lachaise at the Fogg Museum of Art, Harvard University. The article mentions a reward for returning the missing birds.

2. An article about the "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes," describing a new plaza and arcade named after Edward Forbes, a former director of the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard Museum.

3. Two small newspaper clippings from Herald News dated October 19, 1966. One mentions the death of the sculptor and painter Mary Coulter, and the other relates to the opening of a Hazen Collection exhibition at the Fogg Museum, showcasing works by artists like Daumier, Picasso, Dumont, and Braque.

4. A small photograph showing part of the "Flock of Seagulls" sculpture with dashed lines highlighting a missing section, labeled "MISSING."

The page shows signs of aging with newspaper yellowing, annotations in pen, and careful arrangement of the clippings on the scrapbook page.

The image shows an open scrapbook or album with newspaper clippings pasted onto both sides of the open page. The clippings are of various sizes and are from different dates, as evidenced by at least one visible date on a clipping: "Oct. 19, 1966."

The large clipping on the top left is headlined "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr. It features an image of a sculpture with some parts labeled "MISSING", specifically part of "Flock of Gulls" is missing. The article appears to discuss the theft of part of a sculpture, and there's mention of a reward for its return.

On the top right side, small snippets appear to contain dates and brief descriptions. One is a dedication announcement for "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes" set for October 18 and the excerpt mentions the Forbes collection of tapestries at Harvard.

Below the Forbes dedication notice on the right, there are two additional smaller clippings. The left one is dated "OCT. 19, 1966" and is a brief for an obituary, while the right one is an article titled "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg," which refers to the opening of an exhibit at the Fogg Museum—the exhibit includes works by significant artists such as Daumier, Picasso, Degas, among others.

The pages and clippings have an aged look to them, with yellowing paper and some discolored spots, indicating they might have been preserved for quite some time. The format of pasting newspaper clippings into a scrapbook suggests someone's intent to document events or stories of interest.

The image shows a scrapbook page with a title "Out of the Fogg Into the News" at the top. Below the title, there are several newspaper clippings attached to the page. The clippings appear to be from different newspapers and cover various topics. One clipping is about a theft of two birds from a sculpture at Harvard University. Another clipping is about a dedication to honor Edward Forbes. There is also a clipping about an exhibit at the Fogg Museum. The clippings are arranged in a haphazard manner, with some overlapping each other.

The image shows an open book with a collection of newspaper clippings and articles, likely from the mid-20th century, as indicated by the dates on the clippings (e.g., June 19, 1966, and October 16, 1966). The book appears to be a scrapbook or archive, containing articles and photographs related to art, museums, and notable events.

Top Section:

• Headline: "Out of the Fogg Into the News" by Edgar J. Driscoll Jr.
• Content: This article discusses the theft of a pair of birds from a sculpture titled "Flock of Seagulls" by Gaston Lačiņš (1882–1939), which was part of a loan exhibition at the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article mentions that the missing pair of birds, part of a soaring assembly of 13 gulls, was valued at approximately $40,000. The Fogg Museum offered a substantial reward for the return of the missing birds, and the article includes a photograph of the damaged sculpture with the word "MISSING" prominently displayed.

Bottom Section:

• Headline: "Harvard Yard Dedication To Honor Edward Forbes."
• Content: This article details the dedication of a plaza and arcade in Harvard Yard to honor Edward Forbes, the former director of the Fogg Art Museum. The dedication ceremony took place on October 16, 1966, and the article describes the new Forbes Plaza and Arcade, which replaced the former Harvard Houses. It also mentions that the Forbes family contributed funds for the project, and the dedication included a park with trees, benches, and a broad walkway leading to Mt. Auburn Cemetery.

Additional Clippings:

• Article: "Hazen Collection Opens at Fogg."

  • This article discusses the opening of the Hazen Collection at the Fogg Art Museum. It mentions that the collection includes works by Picasso, Braque, and other modern artists, and highlights the museum's exhibit of Joseph H. Hazen's personal collection, which includes paintings and sculptures.

• Article: "AMBERST, MAINE, DIES."

  • This article reports the death of Mary Louise Clark, aged 84, who was the director of the Fogg Art Museum from 1946 to 1957. It notes her contributions to the museum and her legacy.

Visual Elements:

• Photograph: A black-and-white photograph of the damaged "Flock of Seagulls" sculpture is included, with the word "MISSING" overlaid on the image. The caption below the photograph reads: "PART OF 'FLOCK OF GULLS' IS MISSING."
• Layout: The book is organized with typed or printed text on the left page and a photograph and additional clippings on the right page. The articles are neatly arranged, suggesting careful curation.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a historical archive or scrapbook documenting significant events related to the Fogg Art Museum, Harvard University, and notable figures in the art world during the mid-20th century. The articles cover topics such as art thefts, museum dedications, collections, and the lives of influential individuals connected to the museum. The inclusion of both textual and visual elements (e.g., the photograph of the damaged sculpture) adds depth to the historical narrative.