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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings, likely cut from a book or a magazine, dated October 2, 1980. The clippings are from two different publications: "The Globe" and "Cambridge (Mass.) Chronicle." The content of the clippings discusses an artist named Mary Miss and her environmental art installation titled "Mirror Way," which was constructed in the Central Courtyard of the Fogg Art Museum in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The clippings mention that the installation is a three-level tier of wooden structures, a maze, and an expansive interplay of platforms, staircases, and ladders. The article by Robert Taylor from the Globe Staff highlights the artistic concept and the artist's interaction with the space and its architecture. The Chronicle article discusses the proposed demolition of a house at 1746 Cambridge St. as part of Harvard's plans for the Fogg Museum extension. The clippings include photographs of the installation and the proposed demolition site.

This image shows an open book or journal with two newspaper clippings attached to the pages.

On the left page, the clipping is from "The Globe" dated 9/28/80. The headline reads "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg." The article, written by Robert Taylor, discusses Mary Miss's art installation at the Fogg Art Museum. It includes a photograph of Mary Miss with her sculpture, "Mirror Way," which is a three-level tier of wood structures forming a maze and an expansive interplay of platforms, staircases, and ladders. The article mentions that the installation is part of a series of courtyard exhibitions honoring the museum's former director, John Coolidge.

On the right page, the clipping is from "The Cambridge (Mass.) Chronicle" dated Thursday, October 2, 1980. The headline reads "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set." The article, written by Irene Sege, discusses a hearing set by the Cambridge Historical Commission to decide the fate of two frame houses Harvard wants to raze to make way for its extension of the Fogg Museum. The article includes a photograph of a house proposed for demolition, located at 1746 Cambridge St. The article mentions the architectural significance of the buildings and the university's plans for the new wing.

The clippings are secured with staples and there is a handwritten note on the left clipping that says "Globe 9/28/80." The pages of the book have a grid on the left side, possibly for indexing or reference.

This image displays an open scrapbook or newspaper clipping album, showing two pages from a 1980 newspaper, specifically the Cambridge (Mass.) Chronicle. The pages appear to be dated Thursday, October 2, 1980, and are bound or taped into a binder, as evidenced by the visible page edges and binding on the left.

The content focuses on the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University and two major events surrounding it.

Left Page:

• Headline: “Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg”
• Byline: Robert Taylor, Globe Staff
• Date: Handwritten at the top as “Globe 9/28/80”, indicating this article was originally published in the Boston Globe on September 28, 1980.
• Content: This article profiles artist Mary Miss and her environmental installation titled “Mirror Way,” created for the Fogg Art Museum’s outdoor courtyard. It includes her background, her artistic philosophy, and a description of the installation — a three-level structure made of wood, telephone poles, and glass that explores space, perception, and the relationship between art and architecture. The goal was to transform the museum’s courtyard into a living, experiential environment.
• Photo Caption: “Mary Miss and her sculpture, ‘Mirror Way.’ PHOTO BY RICK STAFFORD, FOGG ART MUSEUM”
• Photo: A black-and-white photo shows Mary Miss standing beside her “Mirror Way” sculpture — a geometric, open-air installation of wooden beams and panels, with the museum building visible in the background.

Right Page:

• Headline (main): “Hearing on Fogg razing plans set”
• Byline: Irene Sege
• Content: Details a public hearing to be held by the Cambridge Historical Commission (CHC) to decide the fate of Harvard’s plan to demolish a 1764 house at 1764 Cambridge St., which the university wanted to replace with an extension to the Fogg Museum. The article notes that the commission had already denied the demolition, but Harvard planned to appeal. There is discussion of alternatives, community impact, and Harvard’s architectural goals.
• Sub-headline & Photo Caption: “PROPOSED DEMOLITION — Harvard wants to raze this house at 1764 Cambridge St. as part of its planned extension of the Fogg Museum. (Photo courtesy of the Cambridge Historical Commission)”
• Photo: A black-and-white photo of the historic 1764 Cambridge St. house slated for demolition — a multi-story, classic New England-style building with a prominent chimney and dormer windows.
• Continuation Note: At the bottom, it’s noted “Continued on page 3” and “Continued from page 3”, suggesting the article spans multiple pages in the original newspaper.

Other Visible Elements:

• The scrapbook page has handwritten annotations: “April 7” and “9/28/80”.
• The left side shows a black binder spine with alphabetical index tabs (A–J), indicating this is part of a larger organized collection.
• The layout, typography, and photo quality are characteristic of 1980s print journalism.

Summary:

The image captures a moment in Harvard’s campus history, documenting both the artistic innovation brought to the Fogg Museum by Mary Miss and the contentious debate over architectural preservation versus institutional expansion. It provides a snapshot of how cultural institutions navigated public opinion, historical preservation, and contemporary art in the early 1980s.

A newspaper with two pages opened and one page folded is placed on a gray surface. The newspaper has a black border on the left and right sides. The newspaper is opened to a page with the title "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg" and a picture of a house. The newspaper is folded to a page with the title "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set" and a picture of a house.

The image shows a newspaper article titled "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg" from the Globe, dated October 2, 1980. The article discusses American environmental artist Mary Miss's work, which was selected for the Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. The article mentions that Miss created a 60-foot tall structure called "Wetted Landscape" as part of her work. The article also includes an image of the structure and discusses its significance in the context of the Fogg Art Museum.

The image shows an open book with two facing pages, dated October 2, 1988, from the Cambridge, Mass. Chronicle. The left page is titled "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg" and is written by Robert Taylor. The article discusses the artist Mary Miss and her environmental art installation titled "Mirror Way" at the Fogg Art Museum. The text describes the artwork, which consists of a 400-foot path across the museum's courtyard, designed to explore spatial relationships and perception. The article includes a photograph of Mary Miss standing on the sculpture, showing the reflective surface and the surrounding environment.

The right page is titled "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set" and is written by Irene Sego. This article covers a public hearing scheduled to discuss the proposed demolition of the Fogg Art Museum building to make way for an extension of Harvard Yard. The text mentions the Cambridge Historical Commission, which opposes the demolition, and includes a photograph of the Fogg building. The article also references the historical significance of the structure, noting its connection to Harvard and its role in the university's history.

Both pages feature photographs that complement the text: one shows Mary Miss and her artwork, while the other depicts the Fogg building. The layout includes columnar text with clear headings, subheadings, and bylines, typical of a newspaper or magazine format. The book appears to be a collection or archive of articles, as indicated by the page numbering and structured layout. The overall design suggests a focus on art, architecture, and cultural preservation.

This image shows a newspaper spread open, focusing on what seems to be the arts or culture section. The left side headline reads "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg," which is accompanied by a black and white photograph of a woman standing next to a large, geometric sculpture. The title suggests that this section is discussing an exhibition or installation created by Mary Miss.

Below the main article, various fragments of articles and pictures can be seen, but they are cut off, and not all the text is readable. On the right-hand side, another headline states, "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set," which pertains to some kind of public hearing relating to the demolition plans for a building associated with the Fogg, probably a museum or an art-related institution. Accompanying this article is a black and white image of an old building with architectural details visible.

The image also shows the newspaper's fold and it is laid on a dark surface. Handwritten text at the top of the left page indicates the name "Globe" and a date "9/28/80", which could suggest that the newspaper is an issue of The Globe from September 28, 1980.

This image depicts two newspaper clippings attached to a book or binder page. Here’s a detailed description:

1. Left Clipping:

   • Headline: "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg."
   • Publication Date and Source: Annotated at the top as “Globe 9/28/80.”
   • Summary: This article discusses Mary Miss, an American artist recognized for her environmental installations and sculptural works. It describes her piece, "Mirror Way," and her artistic approach to creating environments that allow viewers to experience space and reflection in unique ways.
   • Image: Below the headline is an image showing Mary Miss and her artwork, which appears to involve a structural or mirrored installation.

2. Right Clipping:

   • Headline: "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set."
   • Date: Thursday, October 2, 1980 (Cambridge Chronicle).
   • Summary: This article highlights a controversy surrounding Harvard University's plans to demolish a building located at 74A Cambridge Street. The decision is linked to the planned expansion of the Fogg Museum. The piece mentions a hearing set by the Cambridge Historical Commission to discuss the matter.
   • Image: Below the headline, there is a photograph of the building proposed for demolition, described as a historic structure.

The clippings detail separate stories connected to the Fogg Museum and combine architectural and artistic themes.

The image shows a scrapbook page containing two newspaper clippings taped to the page.

The clipping on the left is titled "Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg." It is an article by Robert Taylor from the Globe, dated 9/28/80. The article discusses Mary Miss, an American environmental artist, and her work at the Fogg Art Museum, where she created art pieces called "Veiled Landscape" and "Mirror Way." There is a photo in the article captioned "Mary Miss and her sculpture, 'Mirror Way,'" showing a modern art structure made of wooden elements that resembles platforms or staircases.

The clipping on the right is titled "Hearing on Fogg razing plans set," by Irene Sege from the Cambridge (Mass.) Chronicle, dated Thursday, October 2, 1980. It discusses plans for Harvard University to demolish a house at 1746 Cambridge St. to extend the Fogg Art Museum. A black-and-white photo of the house slated for demolition accompanies the article. The article covers the Cambridge Historical Commission's hearing on the proposed demolition and the university's plans.

The scrapbook page itself is part of a larger notebook or archival collection. The tape and yellowing of the clippings suggest those are old newspaper articles preserved for record or research purposes.

• A scrapbook/open-page displays several clipped newspaper articles from 1980.
• The left clipping has the headline: “Mary Miss brings her environment to the Fogg,” with a black-and-white photo of a sculptural installation labeled “Mary Miss and her sculpture, ‘Mirror Way’.”
• The right clipping discusses a hearing about demolition plans at the Fogg, with a photo of a tall, historic house. The heading reads: “Hearing on Fogg razing plans set.”
• The top of the page is labeled in handwriting: “Globe 9/28/80,” and the Cambridge Chronicle date is visible on the right clip.
• The clippings are aged yellow-brown and taped to a light-colored scrapbook page, with parts of other pages and text peeking from beneath.