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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, January 1966-May 1973

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or collection of newspaper clippings and notes, dated around May 1973. Here's a detailed summary of the contents:

  1. Top Left Clipping (The Harvard Crimson, May 9, 1973):

    • Headline: "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg"
    • Content: The article features a photograph of three men: Police sergeant James Rosone, Fogg security guard Jack Bluemling, and police detective Fidel Centrillo. They are holding a case containing eight Greek coins that were stolen from the Fogg Art Museum. The coins were recovered in Virginia and returned to the museum. The coins are valued at $60,000 and date back to the 5th century B.C.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Headline: "Medley / By Bill Fripp"
    • Content: The article discusses Mrs. Mildoon, who traces family backgrounds and helps clients who are upset when they learn their progenitor's name is spelled differently. She mentions tracing names through various historical records and armorial bearings. The article also briefly mentions the return of the stolen Greek coins to the Fogg Museum, with US Defense Secretary Elliot Richardson attending the event.
  3. Bottom Left Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Headline: "Medley / By Bill Fripp"
    • Content: This is a continuation of the article from the top right clipping, discussing Mrs. Mildoon's work in tracing family backgrounds and the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Museum.
  4. Center Clipping:

    • Content: A small, torn piece of paper with the heading "Free Lectures" and a mention of a lecture titled "Anatomy of a Mural" by John Canaday at the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (Cambridge Chronicle, May 9, 1973):

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Content: This clipping lists various events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including a Sunday lecture series, an exhibition of American drawings, a gift of books from the Turkish Republic, and a lecture on Turkish carpets.

The page also includes handwritten notes indicating the dates and sources of the clippings, such as "May 9, 1973 The Harvard Crimson" and "Boston Globe May 10, 1973."

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings related to the return of Greek coins to the Fogg Museum, now known as the Harvard Art Museums. The clippings are from different publications, including the Harvard Crimson and the Boston Globe, and are dated around May 1973.

  1. Harvard Crimson Clipping (Dated May 9, 1973):

    • The headline reads "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg."
    • The article features a photograph of three men: Police Sergeant James Roscoe, Fogg guard Jack Bluemling, and Detective Fidel Centurella, who were involved in recovering the stolen coins.
    • The coins, valued at $100,000, were stolen from the Fogg Museum on April 6 and recovered on May 5.
  2. Boston Globe Clipping (Dated May 10, 1973):

    • The headline is not fully visible, but the subheading mentions the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Museum.
    • The article describes the celebration of the coins' return, mentioning that the coins were stolen and later found, and an award ceremony was held.
  3. Additional Clippings:

    • Another clipping from the Harvard Crimson, dated May 10, 1973, includes a column titled "Medley" by Bill Fripp, which briefly mentions the return of the coins and the celebration at the Fogg Museum.
    • A small clipping details an upcoming lecture at the Fogg, which is unrelated to the coin return event.

The page also includes handwritten notes, possibly indicating the dates and sources of the clippings for reference. The overall theme of the page is the recovery and return of the valuable Greek coins to the museum, an event that received local media coverage and was celebrated by the museum staff and officials.

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The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from 1973, primarily focusing on the return of Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum.

  1. Top Left (The Harvard Crimson, May 9, 1973):

    • The headline reads, "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg."
    • The article describes the recovery of several Greek coins by police sergeant James Roscoe and guard Jack Bluemling. Roscoe and Centrella brought two suspects to the Fogg Art Museum on April 6, which led to the recovery of these ancient coins, valued at $100,000. The coins date back to the 5th and 3rd centuries B.C.
  2. Top Right (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • The headline reads, "Suddenly take."
    • The article titled "Medley / By Bill Fripp" discusses how clients can get upset when their names are misspelled. Mrs. Muldoon, who researches names, mentions that her clients often find their ancestors' names spelled differently from their own. She traces the origins of names through massive volumes such as Burke's General Armory and Rees' Armorial General for Continental and Irish ancestors, as well as for Italian and Florentine names. The article highlights the emotional impact of correct name tracing.
  3. Bottom Left (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Additional excerpts from the Boston Globe article by Bill Fripp, reinforcing the theme of name research and family backgrounds.
  4. Bottom Right (Cambridge Chronicle, May 10, 1973):

    • The article lists the schedule for events at the Fogg Art Museum:
      • "Documentary Film: '17th Century Painting,' through June 10.
      • "Fogg Lectures: 'The Turkish Capital,' by Howard Crane, Thursday, May 10, 8 p.m., at the Turkish Capital Room.
      • "Anatomy of a Monument: 'The Turkish Capital,' by Howard Crane, Saturday, May 12, 9:30 a.m., and Sunday, May 13, 2 p.m.
      • "College China by Wedgwood: Through June 10.
      • "A Memorial Exhibition commemorating the fiftieth anniversary of the Republic of China: Through June 10.
      • "Fogg Lectures: 'Konyi,' by Ferdinand Hodler at the Busch-Reisinger Museum (29 Kirkland Street), May 17, 8 p.m.
      • "Fogg Lectures: 'The Art of the Florentine Renaissance,' by Walter Denny, May 17 (both lectures at 8 p.m. in the Fogg Art Museum, 32 Quincy Street)."

These clippings together cover the news of the recovery of Greek coins and related cultural and genealogical activities and lectures at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image is of a page from an old newspaper clipping book or scrapbook, featuring several articles and clippings related to the return of Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum and a commentary on names.

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg"
    • Image: Shows two men, identified as Police Sergeant James Roscoe and Fogg security guard Jack Bluemling, along with a detective, Fidelia Contrella, who helped recover the coins.
    • Article: Describes the recovery of the Greek coins stolen from the Fogg Art Museum on April 6. The coins are valued at $190,000 and date back to the 5th and 4th centuries B.C. The article also mentions a special reception for the trio involved in the recovery.
    • Source: The Harvard Crimson, dated May 3, 1973.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • Headline: "Suddenly take Medley / By Bill Fripp"
    • Article: Discusses the issue of names being misspelled or incorrectly pronounced, focusing on the surname "Washington." It mentions how Mrs. Muldoon traces names through Burke's General Armory and other sources to verify their correct spellings and pronunciations.
    • Source: Boston Globe, dated May 10, 1973.
  3. Middle Right Section:

    • Clipping: A small, duplicated note or excerpt from the Boston Globe dated May 10, 1973, referencing the same article by Bill Fripp.
  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • Headline: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Article: Lists events and exhibitions at the Fogg Art Museum, including a lecture titled "Anatomy of a Monument: The Turkish Capital" by Howard Crane on May 10, and a variety of other lectures and events through June 1973.
    • Source: Cambridge Chronicle, dated May 10, 1973.

Overall, the page contains multiple articles and clippings related to the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum and an exploration of the history and pronunciation of names, particularly the surname Washington. The articles are from different newspapers and dated around May 1973.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from May 1973, all related to the return of Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The clippings are from different newspapers, including the Boston Globe and the Harvard Crimson.

  1. Top Left Clipping (The Harvard Crimson, May 3, 1973):

    • Title: "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg"
    • Description: This article discusses the recovery of Greek coins stolen from the Fogg Art Museum. It features a photograph of Police Sergeant James Roscoe and Detective Fidele Centralla, who were instrumental in recovering the coins. The coins were part of a special reception and were valued at $90,000. The article mentions that the coins were recovered from Virginia.
  2. Top Right Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Title: "Medley / By Bill Fripp"
    • Description: This clipping discusses the historical research of Mrs. Muldoon, who traced family names through Burke's General Armory and other historical sources. It highlights the difficulty in accepting different spellings of ancestral names and the time-consuming nature of genealogical research. The article also mentions the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum and the involvement of Cambridge police.
  3. Middle Left Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Title: "Medley / By Bill Fripp"
    • Description: This article elaborates on the genealogical research of Mrs. Muldoon, mentioning her tracing of names through various historical documents. It also includes a note on the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum and mentions the involvement of US Defense Secretary Elliot Richardson.
  4. Bottom Left Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973):

    • Title: "Cambridge Police"
    • Description: This clipping briefly mentions the celebration of the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum by Cambridge police and city officials.
  5. Bottom Right Clipping (Cambridge Chronicle, May 10, 1973):

    • Title: "Fogg Art Museum"
    • Description: This clipping provides a schedule of events at the Fogg Art Museum, including a special exhibition titled "Konya: Capital of the Seljuk Turks" by Howard Crane. It mentions the return of the Greek coins and the involvement of the US Defense Secretary in the event.

Overall, the clippings collectively highlight the significance of the return of the Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum, the involvement of law enforcement, and the broader context of genealogical research and historical events.

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The image contains several newspaper clippings related to the recovery of stolen Greek coins and the subsequent investigation.

Top Left Clipping (The Harvard Crimson, May 9, 1973)

Headline: Greek Coins Returned to Fogg

Content:

  • The article reports that on April 6, two valuable Greek coins were stolen from the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.
  • Police Sergeant James Roscoe and security guard Jack Bluemling helped recover the coins.
  • The coins, valued at $10,000, were from the 7th and 6th centuries B.C.
  • The Fogg held a special reception to honor those who contributed to the recovery.

Bottom Left Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973)

Headline: Medley / By Bill Fripp

Content:

  • This article discusses the unusual names of individuals involved in the case, specifically George Washington and George Weaslingon.
  • Mrs. Mildoon, who traced the names through several sources, points out the unique and sometimes humorous aspects of the names.
  • The piece highlights the diverse family backgrounds and the difficulty some clients have in accepting their given names.
  • It also mentions the involvement of Cambridge police and city officials in celebrating the return of the coins.
  • US Defense Secretary Elliot Richardson is mentioned in connection with the event.

Center Clipping (Event Listing)

Content:

  • Lists an event at the Fogg Art Museum titled "Konya: Legacy of Anatolia."
  • The event is scheduled for Thursday, May 10, from 8 to 10 PM in the Fogg Lecture Hall.

Top Right Clipping (Boston Globe, May 10, 1973)

Headline: Medley / By Bill Fripp (same as bottom left)

Content:

  • This is a continuation of the article from the bottom left, further discussing the unique names and their origins.
  • It reiterates the points made in the bottom left clipping.

Bottom Right Clipping (Event Listing, May 10, 1973)

Headline: CALENDAR: MAY 10-16

Content:

  • Lists various events at the Fogg Art Museum for the week of May 10-16.
  • Includes:
    • "Konya: Legacy of Anatolia" on Thursday, May 10.
    • "Turkish Carpet" lecture by Howard Crane on May 10.
    • "The Art of Painting in Iran" lecture by Walter Denny on May 17.
    • Museum hours and free admission details for various exhibits.

Overall, the image documents the recovery of stolen Greek coins and provides a humorous look at the unusual names of individuals involved in the case, along with event listings at the Fogg Art Museum.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings and articles dated from May 1973, mainly concerning the return of Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum.

  • The largest clipping, titled "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg," features a black and white photo of three men, whose faces are blurred. The caption identifies them as police sergeant James Roscoe, Fogg security guard Jack Bluemling, and police detective Fidele Centrella, who surveyed eight Greek coins recovered from the Fogg Art Museum. These coins were stolen but recovered, and two suspects were brought from Virginia last week. The coins, valued at $90,000, date from the 5th and 6th centuries B.C. The clipping is dated May 9, 1973, and is from The Harvard Crimson.

  • On the top right is a partial newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated May 10, 1973, with a column titled "MEDLEY / BY BILL FRIPP". The article discusses reactions to the return of the Greek coins and includes a note about Cambridge police and Harvard officials celebrating the event.

  • Below that is another clipping from the Cambridge Chronicle Museums dated May 10, 1973. It talks about an event at the Fogg Art Museum featuring exhibitions and lectures, including one called "Konya: Anatomy of a Medieval Turkish Capital" by Howard Crane, with dates and times listed.

  • There are two identical smaller clippings on the left side with the text of the Bill Fripp article, mentioning Mrs. Muldoon discussing research into family names and other museum-related details, also from the Boston Globe dated May 10, 1973.

Overall, the scrapbook page documents a notable recovery and return of valuable Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum, along with related cultural events and notes on local reactions.

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The image shows a scrapbook or an opened book with newspaper clippings and notes pasted on two visible pages. On the left page, the central newspaper clipping has the headline "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg." Below the headline is a photograph with three individuals standing side by side, but their faces have been blurred out. Below the photo is a date, "May 9, 1973," and the text "The Harvard Crimson," indicating the source of the article. There are also two smaller clippings titled "MEDLEY / By BILL FRIPP" on the same page, both from "The Boston Globe, May 10, 1973."

The right side of the page features three more clippings or articles. The top clipping has the heading "MEDLEY / By BILL FRIPP" with the Boston Globe's masthead and the date "May 10, 1973." The middle clipping is titled "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE / Thursday, May 10, 1973," under which is the heading "MUSEUMS" followed by event listings for Fogg Art Museum. The third clipping is a section from the Cambridge Chronicle detailing "MUSEUMS" events as well.

The overall layout gives the impression of a personal archive or journal, with items carefully preserved for historical or sentimental value. The clippings feature mentions of various cultural events, artifacts, and other topics of possible interest to the scrapbook's creator.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or archive, likely documenting news clippings and related materials from May 1973. The page is filled with various newspaper clippings and annotations, showcasing a historical event involving Greek coins.

Key Elements in the Image:

  1. Top Left Section:

    • Headline: "Greek Coins Returned to Fogg"
    • Photograph: A black-and-white photo shows three men—Police Sergeant James Roscoe, Fogg security guard Jack Bluemling, and General Fidel Centrello—holding Greek coins. The caption below the photo provides context:
      • The coins were stolen from the Fogg Art Museum and recovered by Roscoe and Centrello.
      • The recovery occurred on April 6, 1973, after a special reception in honor of the trio.
      • The coins, valued at $90,000, are from the 5th and 6th centuries B.C.
  2. Top Right Section:

    • Clipping Title: "Boston Globe May 10, 1973"
    • Subtitle: "udately talk"
    • Article Excerpt: The article discusses a conversation with Mrs. Muldon, who traces family names through various historical records, including Burke's Peerage and other genealogical sources. It mentions her work on identifying ancestral names, such as "George Washington."
  3. Bottom Left Section:

    • Headline: "MEDLEY / By BILL FRIPP"
    • Content: This section appears to be a continuation of the discussion about Mrs. Muldon's genealogical research, focusing on tracing family names through historical documents.
  4. Bottom Right Section:

    • Headline: "CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE Museums May 10, 1973"
    • Content: This clipping details events at the Fogg Art Museum, including:
      • A documentary screening titled "Photography Through the Century" by Harvard Wedgwood on May 3.
      • Lectures on "Konya: Ancient Capital of the Turkish Empire" by Howard Crane on May 10.
      • An open house and illustrated books from the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery.
      • A lecture on "The Art of Mrs. Howard J. Sachs" by Deborah K. Smith on May 11.
      • Additional lectures and events scheduled for the following weeks.
  5. Annotations:

    • Handwritten notes are visible on the page, including:
      • "Boston Globe May 10, 1973" written in the top right corner.
      • "May 9, 1973 The Harvard Crimson" written below the photograph.
      • Other markings and notes, such as "rubbed shoulders with the city officials" and references to speeches by US Defense Secretary Elliot Richardson.

Overall Context:

The page serves as a historical record, capturing news coverage of the recovery of stolen Greek coins at the Fogg Art Museum, along with related events and genealogical discussions. The inclusion of newspaper clippings, photographs, and handwritten notes suggests this is part of an archive or scrapbook documenting significant events and cultural activities from May 1973. The focus on the Fogg Art Museum and the recovery of the coins highlights the importance of the event in the local and academic community.

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The image shows a scrapbook page with several newspaper clippings and a photograph attached to it. The clippings are from various newspapers and magazines, including "The Harvard Crimson," "The Boston Globe," and "The Cambridge Chronicle." The clippings are about the return of stolen Greek coins to the Fogg Art Museum, which is part of Harvard University. The photograph shows three men, including two police officers, standing in front of a wall with a rug. The men are smiling and appear to be posing for the photograph. The scrapbook page also includes some handwritten notes and dates, indicating that it was created in May 1973.