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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper or a newsletter, likely from the 1970s, based on the date at the top ("OCT 26 1979"). The page is divided into two main sections with headlines and articles.

The top section is titled "CRITICS CHOICE" and seems to be a column or section summarizing cultural events and entertainment options in the New England area. It covers various categories such as movies, music, dance, circus, and other miscellaneous activities. Each category is briefly described, mentioning specific performances, artists, and venues. The tone is informational and aimed at readers interested in cultural events.

The bottom section has two separate articles:

1. The first article is titled "Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum" and discusses a theft of a Chinese jade container worth approximately $20,000 from the Fogg Art Museum. The article provides details about the stolen item, its value, and the investigation that is ongoing by various police departments.
2. The second article, titled "Fogg" (with a continuation note at the bottom), seems to be a continuation of a story or article about the Fogg Art Museum. It includes statements from the museum and provides details about an ongoing investigation related to the theft mentioned in the first article.

The overall layout and design suggest that this page is from a local newspaper, possibly the "Christian Science Monitor" based on the header, and it includes news and updates relevant to the community.

This image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or archive that contains multiple newspaper clippings from 1979. The clippings are from the Christian Science Monitor and discuss various topics:

1. The top clipping is titled "CRITICS CHOICE" and is dated October 26, 1979. It provides information about cultural events in New England, including:

   • Movies: "The Philadelphia Story" and "The Man Who Came to Dinner."
   • Music: Concerts at Jordan Hall, including the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Cecilia Society.
   • Dance: Performances by Dan Wagoner and Dancers, Ramon De Los Reyes and his Spanish Dancers, and Danceworks.
   • Circus: The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus.
   • Jazz: Performances at The Club Symphony in Boston.
   • Other events: An illustrated talk about Alaska and the Fogg Art Museum's lecture series.

2. The bottom left clipping is titled "Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum" and is written by Andrew B. Herrmann. It reports on the theft of a Chinese jade container worth approximately $20,000 from the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions that the Boston, Cambridge, and Harvard University Police Departments are investigating the loss, but there are no leads yet.

3. The bottom right clipping is titled "Fogg" and is a continuation from another page. It discusses the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)'s involvement in the investigation of the theft at the Fogg Art Museum. The article mentions that the FBI is aware of the case but is not conducting an active investigation at that time.

The page is yellowed, indicating its age, and there are some notes or markings on the left margin of the top clipping. The overall condition of the page suggests it has been stored for a long time.

This image shows an open page from a newspaper, specifically the Christian Science Monitor, dated October 26, 1979. The paper is from Boston, MA, and it’s part of the “New England Newsfile” section.

The page is divided into two main sections:

Top Section: “Entertainment & Events”

This section, under a banner that reads “CULTURE,” features brief listings of cultural events happening around Boston that week. Headings include:

• MOVIES: Highlights two stage-to-screen adaptations playing at the Brattle Theater: The Philadelphia Story and The Man Who Came to Dinner. Also mentions Women in Love at the Museum of Fine Arts and Paper Targets at the Museum of Fine Arts Lecture Hall.

• MUSIC: Lists concerts including the “Black & White” series at Jordan Hall, a Cecilia Society performance of Bach at St. Matthew Passion, the Cleveland Orchestra’s performance of Mozart and Bruckner at Symphony Hall, and “Charles River Concerts” at Lonny School. Also mentions jazz nights at The Club Symphony.

• DANCE: Describes an active dance scene with performances by the “Dan Wagner and Dancers,” “Ramón De Los Reyes and his Spanish Dancers,” and “Danceworks” at Wellesley College.

• CIRCUS: Notes the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is playing at the Boston Garden with 22 remaining performances.

• OTHER: Mentions a lecture by Dr. Le Sile Arboretum at the Fogg Art Museum on Alaska, and a free “China on Film” lecture series.

Bottom Section: News Report

This section contains a major news story with the headline:

“Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum”

• By Andrew R. Herrmann

The article reports that a valuable Chinese jade container, worth approximately $20,000, was stolen from the Fogg Art Museum. The piece, from the Ch’ing dynasty, measures six inches high by seven inches wide and features translucent sides with carved dragons and lions.

• The Boston, Cambridge, and Harvard University Police Departments are investigating.
• The artifact was part of an exhibit of 70 Chinese ceramic and jade objects from the collection of Ernest B. Dane '27 and Helen Pratt Dane.
• The theft was discovered Monday afternoon — the piece had been on display since October 4.
• Welden L. Kennedy, assistant special agent in charge of the Boston FBI office, is involved. The FBI is aware of the case but not “conducting any active investigation” at this time. However, Kennedy said if the piece crosses state lines, the FBI will investigate.
• Notably, this is not the first theft at the museum — the last occurred in 1973 when a collection of Greek and Roman coins was stolen (though they were eventually recovered).
• Robert Moore, curator of Oriental Art at the Fogg, was quoted saying: “The theft psychologically dampens everyone’s spirit in the museum.”

There is a handwritten note beneath the headline: “Harvard Crimson 11/29/79”, indicating that the article may have been clipped or referenced from that date, possibly from the Harvard Crimson newspaper.

The article continues on page 5, as noted at the end.

Visual Details

• The newspaper is yellowed with age, indicating its 1979 publication.
• The top of the image shows part of the spine or binding of a book or scrapbook in which this newspaper clipping is preserved.
• There is visible wear and tear on the edges of the paper, including a small tear at the top right of the page.

Summary

This page documents cultural events in Boston for late October 1979 and reports the theft of a valuable jade artifact from the Fogg Art Museum, triggering a multi-agency investigation. The article reflects the cultural richness and security concerns of the time, particularly within academic and artistic institutions.

The image shows a newspaper clipping that is placed on top of a page of a magazine. The clipping is from the Boston Globe, dated October 26, 1979, and it reports on a robbery at the Fogg Art Museum. The article describes the theft of a Chinese jade artifact, valued at approximately $30,000, from the museum. The article also mentions that the police are investigating the case, and that the artifact was discovered missing on Monday afternoon. The article is titled "Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum."

The magazine page has a headline that reads "CRITICS' CHOICE," and it features a list of movies, music, and dance performances that are recommended by the magazine's critics. The movies include "The Philadelphia Story" and "The Man Who Came to Dinner," while the music section recommends concerts by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Marlboro Music Festival. The dance section highlights performances by the Boston Ballet and the Boston Dance Company.

The magazine page also includes a photograph of a man holding a piece of paper, possibly a newspaper or a magazine. The photograph is accompanied by a caption that reads "Missing."

The image shows a two-page spread from a newspaper. The left page has a bold headline "CRITICS' CHOICE" and lists several movie reviews, including "The Philadelphia Story" and "The Man Who Came to Dinner." The right page features a news article about a robbery at the Fogg Art Museum, including details about the stolen artifact and the ongoing investigation. The pages have a slightly worn appearance, with some edges torn and yellowed.

The image shows an open newspaper or magazine page from October 26, 1979, featuring a mix of entertainment listings, news articles, and advertisements. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

1. Top Section:

   • Headline: "CRITIC'S CHOICE" is prominently displayed at the top, indicating a section dedicated to recommendations or reviews.
   • Movies: A section titled "MOVIES" lists several film screenings, including:
     • The Battle of the Sexes at the Brattle Theater.
     • The Pink Panther at the Colonial Theater.
     • The Who: Tommy at the Brattle Theater.
     • The Last Detail at the Brattle Theater.
     • The Last Detail is highlighted as the final night of the film.
   • Dance: A section titled "DANCE" mentions performances by local companies, including:
     • The Ramon De Los Reyes company at the New England Life Hall.
     • The popular company Danzakers at the Wellesley College.
   • Music: A section titled "MUSIC" details concert events, including:
     • A concert by Wendell Solists at Jordan Hall.
     • A performance by the Cecilia Society at Symphony Hall.
     • A recital by Charles River Concerts at Jordan Hall.
     • A jazz performance at the Club Symphony.
   • Jazz: A section titled "JAZZ" highlights performances at the Club Symphony, featuring artists like Dave Stuart and Charlie LaChappelle.

2. Middle Section:

   • Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum: A news article headline announces an investigation into a robbery at the Fogg Art Museum. The article is attributed to Andrew R. Hermann.
     • Details: A Chinese jade container, valued at approximately $200,000, was stolen. The jade is described as part of the Ch'ing dynasty, featuring six translucent sides of seven inches wide and green and blue in color. The jade is noted for its high value and historical significance.
     • Investigation: The Harvard University Police Department is involved, and the Boston Police Department is assisting. The article mentions that the theft occurred overnight, and the jade was part of an exhibit titled "The Ernest B. Dane '27 and Helen Pratt Dane Collection," which was on display at the museum.
     • Missing Item: The jade container, described as an 18th-century artifact, is listed as missing.

3. Bottom Section:

   • Continuation of the Fogg Art Museum Robbery Article: The text continues from page 1, indicating that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) is not conducting an active investigation at this time. However, the article notes that if the bureau finds state laws at fault, it will investigate the case.
   • Quote: A quote from an unnamed source is included, stating:

     "The spirit psychologically dampens everyone here in the museum... Fogg."

   • The article is signed off with a note that the investigation is ongoing and will continue on page 5.

Visual Elements:

• Typography: The text is printed in a classic newspaper style, with bold headlines and subheadings for easy readability.
• Layout: The page is divided into clear sections for different topics (Movies, Dance, Music, Jazz, News), with distinct headings and spacing.
• Date and Source: The top left corner indicates the date as October 26, 1979, and the source as New England Newsclip.
• Handwritten Note: There is a handwritten note in the middle of the page that reads:

  "Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum"
  This note appears to be a margin annotation or emphasis on the article.

Overall Impression:

The page provides a snapshot of cultural and news events from October 26, 1979, blending entertainment listings with a significant news story about a high-profile art theft. The layout is typical of a newspaper or magazine, with clear organization and a mix of typed and handwritten elements. The focus on the Fogg Art Museum robbery suggests its importance as a major news story at the time.

This appears to be an image of an old newspaper or periodical clipping featuring several articles. The page is titled "ARTS CHOICE" in large, bold letters, suggesting a focus on arts and cultural events.

The left side of the page lists several events under the following categories with brief descriptions of each:

• MOVIES: Discussing stage-to-screen comedy hits playing at various theaters throughout the week.
• JAZZ: Referring to a jazz club on 290 Huntington Avenue, mentioning music performances and featuring artists like Dave Stuart and Charlie LaChapelle.
• ROCK: Mentioning music performances by the group with the last name "Finn" and the time and place of the event.
• DANCE: Highlighting a community night for dance and mentioning several dance companies and performances within the area.

Additionally, there are small sections titled "MUSIC," "CIRCUS," and "OTHER," detailing other arts and entertainment-related happenings.

The bottom portion of the image features an article with a headline that reads:

"Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum"

The article, by Andrew B. Herrmann, describes a theft at the Fogg Art Museum. It indicates that a Chinese jade container has been stolen, with details about the incident and investigation.

On the right side, there is a continuation of the missing jade article from another page, with brief details on the investigation, mentioning the FBI and potential significance of the stolen object.

The date "OCT 26 1979" is visible in the upper-left corner, suggesting the date of publication. The physical condition of the paper indicates age and wear, and it's affixed to a yellowing background, potentially for archival purposes.

The image shows a scrapbook page with three newspaper clippings attached to it.

1. The largest clipping at the top is from the "Christian Science Monitor" dated October 26, 1979. It is titled "CRITICS' CHOICE" and features reviews and recommendations for various entertainment options including movies, music, jazz, dance, circus, and other events in the New England area. The reviews mention specific performances, artists, and venues such as the Brattle Theater, Symphony Hall, and Jordan Hall with detailed descriptions about each.

2. Below that, on the left side, is a newspaper clipping with the headline "Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum" dated November 29, 1979. This article by Andrew B. Herrmann reports on the theft of a valuable Chinese jade container from the Fogg Art Museum, part of Harvard University. The artifact dates back to the late eighteenth or early nineteenth century and is described as a six-inch high green jade piece depicting dragons and lions. The article notes the involvement of the Boston and Cambridge police departments and mentions the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

3. To the right of the robbery article is a smaller clipping titled "Fogg" which continues from the previous article. It includes statements from the Federal Bureau of Investigation and explains the significance of the stolen artifact, mentioning the theft of ancient Greek and Roman coins in 1973 and the curatorial note from Robert Mooney, the curator of Oriental Art at the Fogg.

The page appears to be carefully preserved with some aging and slight damage at the top edge, including torn and wrinkled paper. The clippings are neatly arranged and give a sense of historical newspaper documentation focusing on arts, entertainment, and a notable museum robbery.

This image shows a scrapbook-style page with various clippings attached. The top portion contains an article or review page titled "CRITICS' CHOICE," which includes recommendations for movies, music, jazz, dance, and other cultural events. The date above the title reads "OCT 26, 1979." It appears to be from a newspaper or magazine.

Below the main article are two smaller clippings that discuss a robbery at the Fogg Art Museum. The headline of one clipping reads “Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum,” and it details the theft of a jade container valued at approximately $250,000. The smaller clipping to the right continues with commentary about the investigation, mentioning FBI involvement and the historical significance of the stolen artifact.

The page has visible signs of wear and use, such as uneven edges and a worn-out binding along the top.

A vintage scrapbook page with clipped newspaper articles pasted onto a cream-colored page. The top clipping is a “CRITICS CHOICE” feature, dated Oct 26, 1979, with a dense block of small text about movies, music, dance, circuses, and other arts. The bottom left clipping has a bold headline: “Police Departments Investigate Robbery at Fogg Art Museum” by Andrew B. Herrmann, describing a burglary at Harvard’s Fogg Art Museum. To the right is a smaller clipping titled “Fogg” continuing from page 1. The page shows worn edges and appears to be part of a larger archival collection.