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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image depicts a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings from the year 1959. The clippings are arranged on a patterned background within a bound book. Here are the details of the clippings:

  1. Top Left Clipping:

    • Date: January 30, 1959
    • Source: Chronicle Reading Mass
    • Headline: "Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting"
    • Content: This article discusses a meeting of the New England Postcomers Club scheduled for February 6, 1959, at the Tahiti Lanai. The event includes a talk by Dr. Vernon D. Burrows from the University of California.
  2. Top Middle Clipping:

    • Date: January 2, 1959
    • Source: Chronicle Reading Mass
    • Headline: "College Club"
    • Content: This article describes a meeting of the Reading College Club at the home of Mrs. Robert E. Merrill. The topic of the meeting is "Art Collecting" with a presentation by Mr. William A. Coolidge, a trustee of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
  3. Top Right Clipping:

    • Date: January 5, 1959
    • Source: Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn.
    • Headline: "A Homeric Odyssey Is Theme of Lawrence Show"
    • Content: This article covers an exhibition titled "A Homeric Odyssey" at the Fogg Art Center. The show includes photographs by Allison Frantz and art objects from various museums, focusing on the theme of Homer's Odyssey.
  4. Bottom Middle Clipping:

    • Date: January 12, 1959
    • Source: Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn.
    • Headline: "A Homeric Odyssey"
    • Content: This article also discusses the "A Homeric Odyssey" exhibition at the Fogg Art Center, highlighting the formal opening on January 13, 1959, and the inclusion of photographs and art objects from various institutions.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping:

    • Date: January 12, 1959
    • Source: Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn.
    • Headline: "A Homeric Odyssey"
    • Content: This article provides additional details about the "A Homeric Odyssey" exhibition, including the opening lecture by Mary Ann Chase, the curator of the show, and the collaboration with the Archaeological Society of Athens.

The clippings are neatly arranged on the page, suggesting a collection of news articles related to cultural and educational events in 1959.

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The image displays an open scrapbook or album with several newspaper clippings affixed to its pages. The clippings are from various sources, including the Chronicle of New England and the Western Press Clipping Exchange, dating back to January 1969. The articles are neatly arranged and taped onto the brown, textured pages of the album.

The clippings cover different topics, such as announcements for club meetings, event details, and articles related to art exhibitions. For instance, one article discusses the Postcomers Club's plans for a February dinner meeting, while another features an art exhibition titled "A Homeric Odyssey" at Lawrence University.

The clippings vary in size and layout, with some being narrow and others more expansive, covering a range of subjects and events. The album itself appears to be a collection of press clippings, possibly for archival or personal interest purposes.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from the early 1960s, specifically from January 1969. The clippings appear to be from local newspapers, likely from Massachusetts, as suggested by the titles "Chronicle" and "Western Press Clipping Exchange" from Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Here are the details of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (January 3, 1969, Chronicle)

    • Title: "Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting"
    • Content: This article discusses the plans for a February meeting of the Postcomers Club at the Tahiti Restaurant in Dedham. It highlights the importance of the meeting for members and encourages attendance. The meeting will be held on February 12th, and it is planned to include a special display of L. Winthrop's works.
  2. Top Middle Clipping (January 2, 1969, Chronicle)

    • Title: "College Club Plans January Meeting"
    • Content: This article describes the January meeting of the College Club, scheduled for January 8 at the home of Mr. Robert E. Bellinger. The program will feature a lecture by Mrs. Marion Cohen on a topic related to Pleasure and Decoration.
  3. Top Right Clipping (January 5, 1969, Western Press Clipping Exchange)

    • Title: "A Homeric Odyssey's Theme of Lawrence Show"
    • Content: This article discusses the exhibition "A Homeric Odyssey" at Lawrence University. It mentions the show's theme, the inclusion of photographs by Alison Frant of Minoan and Mycenaean art, and mentions a formal opening on January 12 at 5 p.m. The event includes lectures by Mary Lewis and David Gordon Miller. Details about the schedule and location are provided.
  4. Bottom Clipping (January 12, 1969, Western Press Clipping Exchange)

    • Title: "A Homeric Odyssey"
    • Content: This clipping is a repeat or expanded version of the previous article, detailing the opening of the "A Homeric Odyssey" exhibit at Lawrence University. It includes information on the scheduled events, such as the lectures, and mentions that the show will run from January 12 to February 10. The event is supported by the Art Exhibitions Committee of the University of Minnesota and the University Museum of Art and Archaeology at the University of Minnesota.

The articles cover cultural and community events, focusing on local clubs, art exhibitions, and educational lectures.

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The image shows an open book containing several newspaper clippings from January 1969. The clippings are from the "Chronicle" of New England and the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here's a detailed summary of the content in each clipping:

  1. Top Left (Chronicle, Jan. 30, 1969):

    • Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting:
      • The Postcomers Club is planning a February general business meeting and dinner at the Tahiti Restaurant in Dedham.
      • The meeting is scheduled for February 11, and all members are encouraged to attend.
      • The evening will include a film group visit to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
      • Members interested in attending should contact Mrs. John I. Finn at 444-8544.
      • The board of officers will be elected, and Vernon D. Bunce will preside.
  2. Top Middle (Chronicle, Jan. 2, 1969):

    • College Club:
      • The January meeting of the College Club will be held at 8:00 p.m. on January 8 at the home of Mr. Robert H. and Mrs. Marion O. Mellen.
      • The program will be presented by Mrs. Marion O. Mellen, who will speak on "Fashion as a Creative Art."
      • The meeting will be followed by refreshments.
  3. Top Right (Western Press Clipping Exchange, Jan. 12, 1969):

    • A Homeric Odyssey's Theme of Lawrence Show:
      • The exhibition "A Homeric Odyssey," currently at the Western Press Clipping Exchange, will have its formal opening on Sunday, January 12.
      • The show includes photographs by Alison Frantz and reproductions of art objects from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.
      • The exhibit is part of the Lawrence University Art Exhibit, featuring works from the University's art collection and the University Museum.
      • The show is divided into three groups: Lawrence University Art Exhibit, the Appleton Art Society, and the University Museum.
  4. Middle (Western Press Clipping Exchange, Jan. 12, 1969):

    • Opening of "A Homeric Odyssey":
      • The opening of "A Homeric Odyssey" at Lawrence University's campus in Appleton will take place at 8 p.m. on Sunday, January 12.
      • The show is a photographic display and an exhibit of art objects from the Fogg Art Museum and the University Museum at the University of Minnesota.
      • The event is part of the Appleton Art Society's activities.
  5. Bottom (Western Press Clipping Exchange, Jan. 12, 1969):

    • Detailed Description of the "Homeric Odyssey" Exhibition:
      • The exhibition "A Homeric Odyssey" will feature photographs by Alison Frantz and art objects from the Fogg Art Museum and the University Museum.
      • It will be opened formally at the University of Minnesota, with a lecture by Mary Lord of Harvard University.
      • The exhibit is sponsored by the Lawrence University Art Exhibit, the Appleton Art Society, and the University Museum.
      • The exhibit will be available at the Lawrence University campus, including the library and main hall.

The clippings provide information about various events, meetings, and exhibitions from early 1969, focusing on art, culture, and community activities.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, dated January 1969. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the "Chronicle" and the "Western Press Clipping Exchange" from Minneapolis, Minnesota. Here is a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (Chronicle, January 30, 1969):

    • Title: "Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting"
    • Description: Members of the Yeoman Postcomers Club are planning a February dinner meeting. The meeting will include a presentation by Mrs. John T. Finn on the topic of "The Fog Art Museum at Harvard University." The meeting will also feature an address by Mrs. Vernon D. Bunce.
  2. Top Center Clipping (Chronicle, January 2, 1969):

    • Title: "College Club"
    • Description: The January meeting of the Reading College Club will be held at the home of Mrs. Robert E. Haskins on Pleasant Street. The meeting will feature a talk by Mrs. Marion Cole on "The Pleasures and Decorations of the Home."
  3. Top Right Clipping (Western Press Clipping Exchange, January 3, 1969):

    • Title: "A Homeric Odyssey Is Theme of Lawrence Show"
    • Description: The current exhibition at the Lawrence University Campus Art Gallery is themed around "A Homeric Odyssey." The show includes photographs by Alison Frantz and Myron Frantz and will be complemented by lectures. The exhibition has been postponed due to shipping delays and is expected to open on January 14, with formal opening lectures scheduled on January 16 and 17.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Western Press Clipping Exchange, January 12, 1969):

    • Title: "A Homeric Odyssey"
    • Description: The exhibit "A Homeric Odyssey" at the Art Gallery on the Lawrence University Campus will formally open on January 16. The exhibit includes photographs by Alison Frantz and Myron Frantz, focusing on Minos and Mycenaean art. The opening will be complemented by lectures, including one by David Gordon Mitchell, a noted authority on the topic.
  5. Bottom Center Clipping (Western Press Clipping Exchange, January 12, 1969):

    • Title: "A Homeric Odyssey" (similar to the previous one but with slightly different details)
    • Description: The exhibit "A Homeric Odyssey" will be formally opened on January 16. The event will include a lecture by Mary Lee Lord, Director of the Appleton Public Library, on the Homeric epic and its relevance to the exhibit.

The clippings collectively highlight cultural and educational events, including meetings, lectures, and exhibitions related to art, literature, and history.

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The image shows a corkboard with several newspaper clippings pinned to it. Here's a detailed summary of each clipping:

  1. Top Left Clipping (New England, January 30, 1969):

    • Headline: Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting
    • Content: The article describes the upcoming meeting of the Needham Postcomer Club. The meeting is scheduled for February 6 at the Tahiti Restaurant in Dedham. Members are encouraged to attend and bring guests. The agenda includes a business meeting and a fine arts group discussion led by Priscilla L. Winthrop. The article mentions plans for a joint meeting with the Foag Art Museum at Harvard and a potential visit to a new art exhibit.
  2. Top Center Clipping (New England, January 2, 1969):

    • Headline: College Club
    • Content: This article announces the upcoming January meeting of the Fine Arts Group of the College Club, scheduled for January 8 at the home of Mrs. Robert A. Hornblower. The program will feature Mrs. Martin Conn, who will lecture on "Decorative Arts in the Topkapi Museum." The event includes a luncheon followed by the lecture and a drawing for originals and reproductions.
  3. Top Right Clipping (Minneapolis, Sunday, January 5, 1969):

    • Headline: 'A Homeric Odyssey' Is Theme of Lawrence Show
    • Content: The article discusses a photographic exhibit by Alison Frantz titled "A Homeric Odyssey," showcasing photos from classical sites in Greece. The exhibit will be held at the University Museum of Harvard University and includes reproductions of art objects from the Minoan and Mycenaean periods. The show is scheduled for display at the Foag Art Museum and other venues, including the University Museum in Philadelphia.
  4. Bottom Clipping (Minneapolis, Sunday, January 12, 1969):

    • Headline: "A Homeric Odyssey"
    • Content: This article provides details on an exhibition at Lawrence University Campus. The exhibit, featuring photographs by Alison Frantz, is titled "A Homeric Odyssey" and explores the origins and representations of Minoan and Mycenaean art. The exhibition is curated by David Gordon Mitten and is scheduled to be open from January 19 to February 9 in the Harper Hall Gallery. The show will also include lectures and a reception.

Each clipping focuses on events related to arts and culture, particularly around meetings, lectures, and exhibitions concerning fine arts and classical history.

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The image shows a page from a scrapbook or a binder with a collection of newspaper clippings. These clippings are pasted onto the page, and each article seems to relate to events or announcements. There are several clippings, each with a heading, date, and the newspaper's name.

On the top left, there is a clipping titled "Postcomers Club Plans February Dinner Meeting" from the "CHRONICLE NEEDHAM, MASS.", dated January 30, 1969. Just below it, on the middle left, a similar heading indicates another clipping from the same "CHRONICLE NEEDHAM, MASS.", this one dated January 2, 1969, and titled "College Club".

On the top right, there is a more extensive article with the title "A Homeric Odyssey Is Theme of Lawrence Show" from "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.", and a stamp indicating "Received JAN 12 1969." Partially beneath it, there is another clipping from the same source as indicated by the header "WESTERN PRESS CLIPPING EXCHANGE MINNEAPOLIS, MINN.", with the beginning of an article titled "A Homeric Odyssey..."

The clippings have varying font sizes and styles, characteristic of newspaper prints of that era. The page itself is part of a larger collection, as suggested by the hints of other pages or covers on the left edge of the image, indicating that the binder or scrapbook is closed on that side. The collection provides a snapshot of historical events and cultural interests during the late 1960s, particularly related to club meetings and cultural shows.

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The image depicts a scrapbook page with six newspaper clippings attached. The clippings are arranged in two columns, with three in the left column and three in the right column. The clippings contain various announcements and articles, mostly related to cultural events and club meetings dated mostly from early January 1969.

Key details include:

  • The top left clipping is from "Chronicle Needham, Mass." dated January 30, 1969, about Postcomers Club planning a February dinner meeting.
  • Below it is a smaller clipping titled "College Club" dated January 2, 1969, about a January meeting of the Reading College Club hosted by Mrs. Robert S. Cummings at her home.
  • The top right clipping from the "Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn." dated Sunday, January 5, 1969, announces a Lawrence University show themed "A Homeric Odyssey," detailing lectures and exhibitions of Minoan and Mycenaean art.
  • The bottom right clipping continues with information about the Lawrence show, listing speakers, lectures, and the program coordinator.
  • The bottom center clipping, dated Sunday, January 12, 1969, from the same press clipping exchange, also concerns "A Homeric Odyssey," providing more details about the exhibition, the Art Center, and the involved museums.

Several clippings have handwritten marks such as circles and underlining, emphasizing certain sections or headlines. The overall presentation suggests an archivist or collector preserving press coverage related to arts, culture, and local club events from 1969.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles bound together in a book. The clippings are arranged in chronological order, with the earliest clipping at the top and the most recent at the bottom. The clippings are from various newspapers, including the "Chronicle" and "Western Press." The articles cover a range of topics, including art exhibitions, lectures, and events at the Fogg Art Museum and Harvard University. The clippings also include advertisements and announcements for upcoming events and meetings.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook page filled with newspaper clippings and articles from various sources, dated around January 1969. The layout is organized into several sections, each containing different types of content. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Posters Club Plans February Dinner Meeting"
    • Details: This article discusses the plans for a February meeting of the Posterners Club, including a dinner event scheduled for February 6 at the Tabitt Restaurant in Dedham. It mentions that members are encouraged to attend and highlights a special display of works by artist L. Wintrop, who will be present. The meeting is organized by Mrs. John I. Fimm, and the board of officers includes Mrs. Vernon D. Bunce.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • Headline: "College Club"
    • Details: This article describes a January meeting of the College Club, held at the home of Mrs. Robert S. Commins. The meeting featured a talk by Mrs. Martin Cohn, who will discuss "A Proactive Topic: Taking Personal Initiative." The program includes a display of art and suggests creative possibilities for the attendees, drawing from the speaker's background in art and education.
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • Headline: "Western Press Clipping Exchange, Minneapolis, Minn."
    • Details: This is a header for a clipping exchange service, indicating that the clippings are part of a collection from Minneapolis, Minnesota. The date on the clipping is January 2, 1969, and it is from the New England Weekly Circ. (Weekly Circ. 3,000).
  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • Headline: "A Homeric Odyssey Is Theme of Lawrence Show"
    • Details: This article announces an exhibition titled "A Homeric Odyssey" at the Worcester Art Center on the Lawrence University campus. The exhibition features original artworks and reproductions from the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, the Museum of Art, Rhode Island School of Design, the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, and the University of Pennsylvania. The show includes works by artists such as Minoan and Mycenaean artists, as well as photographs of Minoan and Mycenaean sites and works of art. The exhibition is part of a lecture series on the Homeric Odyssey, with talks scheduled for January 14 and 21 at 2 p.m. The lecture is presented by Mrs. Lord, a professor in the Department of Classical Studies at Harvard University.

Visual Elements:

  • Newspaper Clippings: The articles are printed on standard newspaper paper, with visible column headings, dates, and publication details.
  • Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten notes and markings on the clippings, suggesting they were collected and organized for archival or reference purposes.
  • Binding: The page appears to be part of a bound book or scrapbook, with visible spine and edges of the pages.

Context:

The clippings reflect a mix of cultural, artistic, and academic events from January 1969. They highlight community activities (such as the Posterners Club meeting), educational initiatives (the College Club talk), and art exhibitions (the Homeric Odyssey show). The inclusion of a "Western Press Clipping Exchange" header suggests that these clippings were part of a systematic collection of news from various regions, possibly for research or historical documentation purposes.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a snapshot of mid-20th-century cultural and intellectual life, showcasing how individuals or institutions curated and preserved news and events through scrapbooking or archiving. The clippings provide insight into the interests and activities of the time, emphasizing art, education, and community engagement.