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The image appears to be a page from a historical newspaper, specifically "The Harvard Crimson," dated Friday, October 3, 1980. The headline reads "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House." The article discusses a decision by the Cambridge Historical Commission to grant Harvard a demolition permit for a house at 1746 Cambridge St., but with a six-month moratorium on demolition. The commission ruled that the house was historically significant, a "very robust and inventive" example of the architecture of James Fogarty, a local designer popular during the late 1880s. The article also mentions that the city's Historical Commission had granted Harvard permission to tear down a house on the right, 1750 Cambridge St., but with a six-month moratorium on demolition of that house as well. The article includes a photograph of the house at 1746 Cambridge St. and quotes from various sources, including William E. McKibben, a historical commissioner, and Seymour N. Slive, the director of the Fogg Museum. The article also discusses the proposed demolition of the house's site and the university's plans for the new 60,000 square foot wing.

The image is of a historical newspaper clipping from "The Harvard Crimson," dated Friday, October 3, 1980. The headline reads "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House," written by William E. McKibben. The article discusses the Cambridge Historical Commission's decision to delay the demolition of a three-story frame house at 1746 Cambridge Street, which Harvard University planned to tear down for the expansion of the Fogg Museum.

The newspaper clipping includes a photograph of the house in question, which is described as "historically significant." The article mentions that the commission granted a six-month delay for demolition, during which Harvard could consider alternative methods of preserving the building. It also notes that the commission granted a demolition permit for another house at 1750 Cambridge Street, which is more directly in the path of the Fogg expansion.

The article further details the historical significance of the house at 1746 Cambridge Street, describing it as a "very robust and inventive" example of the architecture of James Fogarty, a local designer in vogue during the late 1880s. The house is also referred to as "the most energetic and best preserved" of a series of houses Fogarty built which were Queen Anne-mansard hybrids.

There is also a section titled "Our Garden," discussing the future use of the house site. The article includes quotes from various officials and historians, providing insight into the debate surrounding the house's fate and the expansion plans for the Fogg Museum.

This image shows an open newspaper clipping mounted on a display board. The newspaper is The Harvard Crimson, Volume CLXXI, No. 22, dated Friday, October 3, 1980, published in Cambridge, Mass., and priced at twenty cents.

The main headline reads:

City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House

The article, written by William E. McKibben, reports that the Cambridge Historical Commission has refused to grant Harvard University a demolition permit for a historic three-story frame house at 1746 Cambridge St. The Commission ruled the house was “historically significant” and granted only a six-month delay to allow time for the University to consider other methods of preserving it.

The article explains the house is part of the planned expansion of the Fogg Museum. Harvard officials argued that the delay would not interfere with construction, which wouldn’t begin until the following spring. The Commission also granted a demolition permit for another house at 1750 Cambridge St., which is more directly in the path of the Fogg expansion.

The article includes a black-and-white photograph of the house at 1746 Cambridge St., described by historian Susan Maycock as a “very robust and inventive” example of James Foggarty’s late 1800s Queen Anne manor design.

Key quotes include:

• Seymour N. Slive, director of the Fogg, calling the building “a last gasp of the mansard style” and “out of context with the neighborhood.”
• Slive also offered to sell the house for a dollar “to anyone who will move it away.”
• Charles Sullivan, executive director of the Historical Commission, criticized Harvard’s plan as ironic, given the Fogg’s mission as a repository of cultural artifacts.

The article highlights the tension between historical preservation and institutional expansion. The newspaper page shows signs of age, with some yellowing and torn edges, and is taped to a beige backing board. Above the newspaper, partially visible, is another clipping from October 24, 1980, suggesting this is part of an archival or exhibit display related to the Fogg Museum’s expansion efforts in the early 1980s.

In summary, the image documents a 1980 local controversy over the preservation of a historic house threatened by Harvard University’s museum expansion, as reported in The Harvard Crimson.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Harvard Crimson" dated October 3, 1980. The headline reads "City to Delay Demolition / Of Cambridge St. House." The clipping is part of a larger document, likely a scrapbook or archive, as indicated by the torn edges and the presence of other papers and clippings in the background. The article discusses the decision by the city to delay the demolition of a historic house on Cambridge Street, which Harvard University plans to demolish for an expansion of the Fogg Museum. The article includes a photograph of the house, a quote from a city official, and details about the house's historical significance and architectural design.

The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically "The Harvard Crimson," dated Friday, October 3, 1980. The headline reads "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House." The article discusses the city's decision to delay the demolition of a three-story house on Cambridge Street, which was considered historically significant. The article mentions that the Historical Commission had previously refused to grant Harvard a demolition permit for the house, which was part of a planned expansion for the Fogg Art Museum. The article includes quotes from various officials, such as Seymour N. Slovin, director of the Fogg Museum, and Susan Mayeck, an architectural historian. The article also discusses the historical significance of the house and its architectural style, which was described as "inventive" and "robust." The article includes a photograph of the house, which is depicted in black and white.

The image shows a page from The Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper, dated Friday, October 3, 1980, from Cambridge, Massachusetts. The headline prominently displayed at the top reads: "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House", indicating a significant news story about the preservation efforts for a historic building.

Key Details:

1. Headline and Subheading:

   • The main headline is "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House", suggesting that the city has decided to postpone the demolition of a building located on Cambridge Street.
   • The article is attributed to William E. McKibben.

2. Content Overview:

   • The article discusses the Cambridge Historical Commission's decision to refuse a demolition permit for the 1746 Cambridge Street house, which was planned for expansion of the Fogg Art Museum.
   • The house is described as "historically significant" and part of a series of preserved structures designed by James Fagan, an 1880 architect.
   • The Harvard University Board of Overseers had initially granted a demolition permit, but the Historical Commission intervened, citing the building's historical and architectural value.

3. Visual Elements:

   • On the right side of the page, there is a photograph of the 1746 Cambridge Street house. The image shows the exterior of the building, highlighting its architectural details, such as windows, brickwork, and overall structure. The photo is accompanied by a caption that reads:

     "The city's Historical Commission yesterday granted Harvard permission to tear down the home on the right, 1750 Cambridge St. But the city placed a six-month moratorium on demolition of the other building, which University officials say must also come down to make room for the museum's expansion of the Fogg Museum."

   • The photograph provides a visual representation of the subject of the article, emphasizing the building's historical significance.

4. Additional Text:

   • The article includes quotes from Seymour N. Sive, director of the Fogg Art Museum, who describes the house as "the last gasp of the mansard style" and "the last of the Fogg's collection of houses preserved."
   • There is also mention of Susan Majewski, an architectural historian, who refers to the house as "the most energetic and best preserved" example of its kind.
   • The article discusses the University's plans to use the site for a 60,000 square foot wing of the museum, which would include a staggered sculpture garden and open serve.

5. Layout and Design:

   • The page is formatted in a classic newspaper style, with a clear hierarchy of information: the headline at the top, followed by subheadings, body text, and a photograph.
   • The date and location ("Cambridge, Mass., Friday, October 3, 1980") are printed at the top, along with the newspaper's name, volume, and issue number (Volume CXLXI, No. 22).
   • The price of the newspaper is listed as Twenty Cents.

Contextual Notes:

• The article reflects a period of preservation debates in the late 20th century, where historical buildings often faced conflict with modern development needs.
• The Cambridge Historical Commission plays a central role in the story, highlighting the tension between university expansion plans and historical preservation efforts.

Overall, the image captures a moment of historical significance, showcasing both the textual and visual elements of a news story about the preservation of a historic building in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

The image shows a newspaper clipping from "The Harvard Crimson" dated October 3, 1980, with the headline "City to Delay Demolition of Cambridge St. House." The article discusses the potential demolition of a house at 30 Cambridge Street, which was granted a demolition permit for a three-story frame house. However, the Cambridge Historical Commission intervened, and the demolition permit was revoked. The article also mentions that the house is one of the oldest in Cambridge and has historical significance.

The clipping is placed on top of an open book, with the pages visible underneath. The book appears to be old and worn, with yellowed pages and torn edges. The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a digital scan or photograph of the newspaper clipping.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the past, highlighting the efforts of preservationists to save a historic building in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The article's focus on the historical significance of the house and the community's reaction to its potential demolition adds depth to the image, making it more than just a simple newspaper clipping.

This image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings, with the prominent headline "The Harvard Crimson" at the top. The article, dated October 3, 1980, is titled "City to Delay Demolition of Cambridge St. House." It features a black-and-white photograph of a house on the right side and a column of text on the left.

The article discusses the Cambridge Historical Commission's decision to grant Harvard a six-month delay in demolishing a house at 1746 Cambridge St. The commission had previously denied the permit, citing the house's historical significance. However, after further consideration, they agreed to allow the demolition to proceed, but only after a six-month delay.

The article also mentions that the city's Historical Commission granted Harvard permission to tear down the house on the right, 1750 Cambridge St. However, the city placed a six-month moratorium on the demolition of the other homes, which University officials say must also come down to make room for expansion of the Fogg Museum.

Overall, the article provides insight into the complex process of preserving historical buildings while also accommodating the needs of institutions like Harvard University.

The image depicts a collection of newspaper clippings, primarily from "The Harvard Crimson," stored in a binder. The top clipping, dated October 3, 1980, features a headline that reads, "City to Delay Demolition of Cambridge St. House." The article discusses the Cambridge Historical Commission's decision to grant Harvard a six-month delay on demolishing a house at 1750 Cambridge Street, which was slated for destruction as part of the Fogg Museum expansion. The article includes a photograph of the house and quotes from various officials involved in the decision-making process.

The clipping is accompanied by other articles and notes, some of which are partially visible beneath it. The binder appears to be old and worn, with yellowed pages and a black cover. The background of the image is a plain gray surface, suggesting that the binder is being displayed or stored in a controlled environment.

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the history of the Fogg Museum expansion and the controversy surrounding the demolition of the house at 1750 Cambridge Street. It highlights the role of the Cambridge Historical Commission in preserving historic buildings and the complex decision-making process involved in balancing preservation with development needs.

The image shows a newspaper clipping of "The Harvard Crimson" from Friday, October 3, 1980, with the headline "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House."

The newspaper is open to a page with a black-and-white photo of a house on Cambridge Street and an article discussing the delay of demolition of the house. The article is titled "City to Delay Demolition Of Cambridge St. House" and includes a subheading that reads "By WILLIAM E. McKIBBEN." The article discusses how the Cambridge Historical Commission voted to grant Harvard a six-month delay in demolishing a house at 1746 Cambridge St., which was slated to be torn down as part of the Fogg Museum expansion.

There are two typed pages of text underneath the newspaper clipping, but they are mostly covered by the clipping. The background of the image is a plain gray color, suggesting that it may be a digital scan or photograph of the newspaper clipping. Overall, the image appears to be a historical document or archive related to the preservation of a historic house in Cambridge, Massachusetts.