Archives Scrapbooks

This image displays a collection of newspaper clippings and telegrams from March 12–13, 1969, pasted onto the pages of a scrapbook or binder. All items report on the death of Edward Waldo Forbes, who was 95 years old and had served as the long-time director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key Details from the Clippings:

• Subject: Edward Waldo Forbes (1873–1969), director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard for 35 years.
• Event: His death on Tuesday, March 11, 1969, at the McLean Hospital in Belmont, Massachusetts.
• Date of Publication: Most clippings are dated March 12, 1969, with a few from March 13, 1969.
• Sources: The clippings are from various New England newspapers, including:
  • New England Newsclip (a clipping service, appearing on many items)
  • Telegram (Worcester, Mass.)
  • Call (Woonsocket, R.I.)
  • Bulletin (Providence, R.I.)
  • Patriot-Ledger (Quincy, Mass.)
  • Gazette (Worcester, Mass.)
  • Transcript-Telegram (Holyoke, Mass.)
  • Herald News (Fall River, Mass.)
• Content Highlights:
  • Forbes was born on Naushon Island off Cape Cod on July 16, 1873.
  • He graduated from Harvard in 1895, the year the Fogg Art Museum opened.
  • He became director in 1909 after studying art in Europe for several years.
  • He helped found the Friends of the Fogg Museum in 1912 to finance its activities.
  • He was instrumental in building the collection, particularly in Oriental and Western works.
  • He was also an artist, architect, and builder.
  • Survivors included four children: Mrs. Carl Pickhardt, John Murray Forbes, Elliot Forbes, and Anne Forbes.
  • He was a former trustee of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Wadsworth Atheneum.
  • He is noted for introducing X-ray study of paintings at Harvard and providing a conservation department.
• Format: The items are arranged in a collage-like fashion on two beige scrapbook pages. The clippings are of various sizes and are stuck down with adhesive. Some have handwritten notes or underlines.
• Telegrams: Two telegrams from "AMERICAN Press Clipping Service, Inc." are included, with records of the clippings' source, date, and cost (e.g., "$146,000" and "$271,000" — likely internal reference numbers or costs).

In essence, the image is a historical archive page, meticulously compiled to document the obituary coverage of a prominent figure in American art history and museum curation. The consistent theme across all clippings underscores Forbes' significant legacy at Harvard and in the broader art world.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and news articles from March 12, 1969, focused on the death of Edward Waldo Forbes, who was the director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. These clippings are part of a scrapbook or a collection of news articles saved for record-keeping purposes. The articles provide details about Forbes' life, his role as the director of the museum, and his contributions to the field of art, including his involvement in the establishment of the museum and his efforts in the conservation of art collections. The clippings are from various newspapers such as the Harvard Gazette, the Quincy Patriot Ledger, and the Herald News, among others, indicating their source and circulation areas. The clippings are pinned to a cardboard or paper background, and there is a label at the top right that appears to be a library or news clipping service record, suggesting this collection was organized by an institution or individual for reference or informational purposes.

This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and press releases about the death of Edward Waldo Forbes, who was the director of the William Hayes Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University for 35 years. The clippings are dated March 12, 1969, and are from various newspapers and publications, including the Telegram (Worcester, Mass.), Call (Woonsocket, R.I.), American Press Clipping Service, Bulletin (Providence, R.I.), Patriot-Ledger (Quincy, Mass.), Gazette (Worcester, Mass.), Transcript-Telegram (Holyoke, Mass.), Herald News (Fall River, Mass.), and others.

The clippings detail Forbes' life and career, noting that he was born on July 16, 1873, on Naushon Island off Cape Cod, and died at the age of 95. He became the director of the museum in 1909 after studying art in Europe and worked to build the collection, adding Oriental and Western works. He was also a trustee of the Boston Museum of Fine Arts and the Wadsworth Atheneum at Hartford, Conn.

The clippings mention that Forbes is survived by four children: Mrs. Carl Pickhardt, John Murray Forbes, Elliot Forbes, and Anne Forbes. His wife, the former Margaret Laighton of Boston, whom he married in 1907, died in 1966.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook. The page is filled with various clippings from newspapers and magazines, arranged in a somewhat haphazard manner. The clippings are mostly about Edward W. Forbes, who was the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are from different sources and dates, indicating that they were collected over a period of time. The page also includes some handwritten notes and annotations, possibly by the person who created the scrapbook. The overall impression is of a personal collection of information about a specific individual, compiled with care and attention to detail.

The image depicts an open scrapbook or clipping file with multiple newspaper articles and press clippings attached to its pages. The clippings are primarily about Edward Waldo Forbes, who was the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are dated March 12, 1969, and include various headlines and articles from different newspapers, such as "Edward Forbes at 95, Headed Harvard Museum," "Fogg Art Museum Head Dies," and "Art Leader Dies." The clippings feature photographs of Forbes, biographical information, and details about his contributions to the art world and the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and telegrams compiled into a scrapbook or press clipping service. The clippings are dated March 12, 1969, and are organized in a grid-like format, with each item clearly labeled and dated. The content focuses on the life and legacy of Edward W. Forbes, the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key Details from the Image:

1. Headlines and Articles:

   • Top Left: A headline reads, "Edward Forbes at 95, Headed Harvard Museum", indicating that Forbes was 95 years old and had served as the director of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • Top Center: Another headline, "Fogg Art Head At Harvard Dies", announces Forbes's death.
   • Top Right: A telegram from American Press Clipping Service, Inc. in Houston, Texas, dated March 13, 1969, confirms Forbes's death and provides details about his age and position.

2. Content of Clippings:

   • Edward W. Forbes's Biography: The articles detail Forbes's life, including his birth on July 15, 1873, on Nantucket Island, Cape Cod, and his education at Harvard University. He became the director of the Fogg Art Museum in 1909 and served until his death.
   • Career Highlights: Forbes was instrumental in building the Fogg Art Museum's collection, adding Oriental and Western works. He was also involved in organizing the Friends of the Fogg Museum and establishing the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery.
   • Personal Life: Forbes was married to Marguerite Laughton and had four children: John, Carl, Elliott, and Anne Forbes.

3. Additional Clippings:

   • Left Column: Includes a bulletin from the Providence R.I. Bulletin, dated March 12, 1969, and a telegram from England, New England Newsclip, also dated March 12, 1969.
   • Right Column: Contains a Gazette clipping from Worcester, Mass., dated March 12, 1969, and a Holyoake Telegram from New England Newsclip, also dated March 12, 1969.
   • Bottom Section: A Herald News clipping from Fall River, Mass., dated March 12, 1969, provides further details about Forbes's death and legacy.

4. Layout and Organization:

   • The clippings are neatly arranged in rows, with each item labeled with its source (e.g., newspaper name, date, and location).
   • The clippings are sourced from various newspapers and telegrams, indicating a comprehensive effort to gather news about Forbes's death and legacy.

Overall Impression:

The image depicts a meticulously organized collection of news articles and telegrams commemorating the death of Edward W. Forbes, the long-serving director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings provide a detailed account of his life, career, and contributions to the art world, as well as personal details about his family. The layout suggests this is part of a press clipping service or a personal archive documenting significant events.

The image shows a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings and telegrams related to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The page is filled with various pieces of paper, each containing information about the museum's history, events, and personnel.

• Newspaper Clippings:
  • The clippings are arranged in a collage-style layout, with some overlapping others.
  • They are mostly rectangular in shape, with a few being more irregularly shaped.
  • The text on the clippings is in black ink, with some headlines and titles in bold or larger font sizes.
  • The clippings appear to be from different newspapers, as indicated by the mastheads and publication dates.
• Telegrams:
  • There are two telegrams on the page, both of which are addressed to "Fogg" and dated March 12, 1969.
  • The telegrams are written in a formal, concise style, with the first one reporting the death of Edward Forbes at 95 and the second one announcing his passing.
  • The telegrams are printed on a lighter-colored paper than the newspaper clippings.
• Background:
  • The background of the page is a light gray color, which provides a neutral contrast to the darker-colored newspaper clippings and telegrams.
  • The page appears to be made of a thin, flexible material, possibly cardboard or paperboard.
• Overall:
  • The page is a nostalgic reminder of the past, with its vintage newspaper clippings and telegrams providing a glimpse into the history of the Fogg Art Museum.
  • The arrangement of the clippings and telegrams creates a visually interesting composition, with the different shapes and sizes adding to the overall aesthetic appeal of the page.

The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or photo album, featuring a collection of newspaper clippings. The clippings are arranged in a collage style, with some overlapping each other. They appear to be related to the death of Edward Forbes, who was the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

The clippings are all dated March 12, 1969, and they come from various newspapers, including the Boston Globe, the New York Times, and the Harvard Crimson. They report on Forbes' death, his career as an art historian and museum director, and his contributions to the field of art history.

Some of the clippings include photographs of Forbes, as well as images of artworks that he had curated or written about. There are also quotes from colleagues and friends who remembered him fondly.

Overall, the image suggests that Edward Forbes was a respected and influential figure in the art world, and that his death was widely reported and mourned by those who knew him.

The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings and telegrams related to the death of Edward Waldo Forbes, the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are arranged on a brown cardboard page, with some attached using staples or clips.

Newspaper Clippings:

• The clippings are from various newspapers, including the New England Newspaper, Patriot-Ledger, Gazette, Transcript-Telegram, Herald News, and Record.
• They are dated March 12, 1969, and report on Forbes' death at the age of 95.
• The articles provide details about Forbes' life, including his birthdate (July 18, 1873), his education at Harvard University, and his career as a museum director.
• Some clippings also mention Forbes' contributions to the art world, such as his work with the Friends of the Fogg Museum and his involvement in the construction of the new museum building.

Telegrams:

• Two telegrams are included in the collection, one from the Telegram (m) in Worcester, Mass., and another from the Transcript-Telegram (e) in Holyoke, Mass.
• Both telegrams are dated March 12, 1969, and convey condolences to Forbes' family.

Cardboard Page:

• The clippings and telegrams are arranged on a brown cardboard page, which appears to be part of a scrapbook or archive.
• The page is slightly worn and creased, suggesting that it has been handled frequently.

Overall:

• The image provides a poignant glimpse into the life and legacy of Edward Waldo Forbes, a prominent figure in the art world.
• The collection of clippings and telegrams serves as a testament to Forbes' impact on the art community and the outpouring of condolences following his passing.

The image presents a collection of newspaper clippings, each reporting on the death of Edward Forbes, who was 95 years old and had served as the director of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University for 35 years. The clippings are arranged on a brown paper background, with some featuring handwritten notes and others displaying printed text.

Newspaper Clippings:

• The clippings are from various newspapers, including:
  • Worcester Telegram
  • New England Newspap
  • American Press Clipping Service, Inc.
  • Record
  • Herald News
  • Gazette
  • Transcript-Telegram
  • Art Leader
• Each clipping provides a brief overview of Edward Forbes' life and achievements, including:
  • His birth on July 18, 1873, on Nantucket Island off Cape Cod
  • His graduation from Harvard in 1895, the same year the Fogg Art Museum opened
  • His 35-year tenure as director of the Fogg Art Museum
  • His contributions to the museum's collection, including the introduction of X-ray technology for saving irreplaceable works of art
  • His role as trustee of the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston and the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, Conn.
  • His marriage to Margaret Laighton of Boston in 1907, and his four children

Handwritten Notes:

• Some of the clippings feature handwritten notes, including:
  • Dates: MAR 12 1969 and MAR 13 1969
  • Locations: Worcester, Mass., Houston, Texas, and Hackensack, N.J.
  • Numbers: 21, 2, and 6

Overall:

• The image provides a comprehensive overview of Edward Forbes' life and achievements, highlighting his significant contributions to the Fogg Art Museum and the art world.
• The collection of newspaper clippings serves as a testament to his legacy and impact on the art community.