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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbooks, September 1982-January 1993

ARCH.2003.38, Rendition: 804536

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The image is a page from a scrapbook or binder labeled "NEWSNOTES" for "Harvard Graduate School of Design News" from May-June 1983. The page contains several news clippings and articles.

  1. Main Article: Hodgson Named New Librarian

    • James S. Hodgson has been appointed as the new librarian of the Fine Arts Library at the Harvard Graduate School of Design (GSD). He will start his position on September 1, replacing Angela Giral who left for Columbia University's Avery Library.
    • Hodgson has extensive experience, having worked at the Loeb Library and various other libraries. He is known for his expertise in American art and photography.
    • The article includes a photograph of James S. Hodgson and quotes from Associate Dean Kathleen Rohrer and Hodgson himself, discussing his qualifications and plans for the library.
  2. Additional Clippings:

    • Acid Rain Eating Bay State Statues (July 21, 1983):
      • This article from the Sun discusses the impact of acid rain on statues in the Bay State, particularly in Boston. It mentions concerns from preservation experts about the damage caused by acid rain and smokestack industries.
    • Harvard University Art Museums (July 15, 1983):
      • This article discusses the Harvard University Art Museums seeking a museum technician for a temporary position. It mentions the opportunity to work with a collection of color photographs by Berenice Abbott.

The page is organized with labeled sections (A to H) on the left side, possibly for indexing or referencing purposes. The articles are neatly cut out and pasted onto the page, with handwritten notes at the top indicating the source and date of the news.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or notebook containing various news clippings and handwritten notes. The page is dated "April 2003.28" in the top left corner. The main heading at the top of the page reads "NEWSNOTES" with a handwritten note next to it saying "Harvard Graduate School of Design News May-June 1983."

The first clipping is titled "Hodgson Named New Librarian" and features a photograph of a man identified as James S. Hodgson. The article details Hodgson's appointment as the new librarian at the GSD's Frances Loeb Library, his background, and his future responsibilities. The article is from the Harvard University Gazette, dated July 15, 1983.

The second clipping, located on the right side of the page, is titled "Acid rain eating Bay State statues" and discusses the impact of acid rain on historical statues in Massachusetts. This article is from the Sun, dated July 21, 1983.

The clippings are arranged neatly on the page, with the handwritten date and title at the top, suggesting that this page is part of a collection of news articles related to the Harvard Graduate School of Design.

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The image is a collage of several newspaper clippings and a section from a notebook, specifically from Harvard Graduate School of Design News and other Harvard University-related publications from May to June 1983.

  1. Top Left Section (Notebook Page):

    • This page is part of a notebook titled "Harvard Graduate School News" for May-June 1983, with a section labeled "NEWSNOTES" and a handwritten date, March 2003, 28.
  2. Main Clipping (Middle Left):

    • Title: "Hodgson Named New Librarian"
    • Content: This article discusses the appointment of James S. Hodgson as the new librarian of the Fine Arts Library at Harvard's GSD. Hodgson brings significant experience and vision to the role. His career includes positions at the Lamont Library, Harvard's Fine Arts Library, and the Fogg Museum. He is noted for his strong background in library acquisitions and his contributions to the development of the Fine Arts Library.
  3. Portrait and Associated Text (Center):

    • A photograph of James S. Hodgson is shown alongside the article.
  4. Bottom Left Newspaper Clipping:

    • Title: "Acid rain eating Bay State statues"
    • Content: This article from the July 21, 1983 edition of the Sun, discusses the impact of acid rain on Bay State statues. It highlights the deterioration caused by acid rain and mentions efforts by preservation experts to prevent further damage. It also touches on the broader implications of acid rain on historical monuments and artworks.
  5. Right Side Clippings (Additional Articles):

    • Top Right (Harvard University Gazette, July 15, 1983):

      • Content: The article mentions the Harvard University Art Museum’s efforts to conduct tours of the collections. It highlights the museum’s volunteer program and the need for more volunteers to help with the tours and maintenance of the collections.
    • Bottom Right (Sun, July 21, 1983):

      • This is a continuation or another related article on the effects of acid rain, focusing on specific statues and their preservation efforts in Massachusetts.

Overall, these clippings reflect a mix of academic and environmental news from the Harvard University environment during the specified period, focusing on the appointment of a new librarian and the challenges posed by acid rain on historical and cultural heritage.

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The image shows a page from a newsletter or magazine titled "Newsnotes," specifically from Harvard Graduate School Design News for May-June 1983. The main article in the center is titled "Hodgson Named New Librarian," featuring James S. Hodgson, who was appointed as the new librarian at the Fine Arts Library at Harvard's Graduate School of Design (GSD).

The article highlights Hodgson's extensive background and credentials. He had been acting as the librarian at the Fogg Museum and was previously the chief librarian at Columbia University's Avery Library. Hodgson has a long history in library sciences, starting his career in 1964 at Harvard's Lamont Library. His expertise includes medieval studies, art history, and photography, and he has been involved in cataloging and acquisitions.

A secondary article on the right side of the page is a news clipping from the Harvard University Gazette dated July 15, 1983. This article discusses the Harvard University Art Museum's efforts to recruit volunteers to lead tours of the collections, particularly focusing on the efforts of volunteers like John Kerry and the challenges posed by acid rain to statues and artifacts.

Another news clipping at the bottom right is from the Sun dated July 21, 1983, discussing the effects of acid rain on Bay State statues, mentioning the deterioration of statues and the efforts to prevent further damage.

The page also includes a date stamp from April 2003, indicating when this issue was accessed or preserved.

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The image contains a page from a newspaper or magazine clipping, titled "NEWSNOTES" from the Harvard Graduate School of Design News, dated May-June 1983. The main article is about James S. Hodgson, who was named the new librarian of the Fine Arts Library at Harvard's Graduate School of Design (GSD).

Key Points from the Article:

  • Appointment: James S. Hodgson is appointed as the new librarian of the Fine Arts Library at the GSD.
  • Background: Hodgson was previously the acting librarian at the Fogg Art Museum and had worked at Columbia University's Avery Library.
  • Education and Experience: Hodgson holds an MA in Library Science from Columbia University and a BA from Brown University. He has been involved in the field since 1964, starting at Harvard's Lamont Library and working in various capacities, including as acquisitions librarian and head of the photography collection.
  • Challenges: Hodgson acknowledges the challenges of his new role, including maintaining the library's excellence in Western art acquisitions, building collections in new areas, and making the library a valuable resource for scholars.
  • Goals: Hodgson aims to build the library's collections in areas such as Asian art, African art, and contemporary art, while also focusing on strengthening the library's existing strengths.

Additional Clippings:

  • Harvard Gazette: A small clipping from the Harvard Gazette dated July 15, 1983, mentions the Harvard University Art Museums seeking volunteer gallery guides.
  • Sun (Newspaper): A clipping from the Sun newspaper dated July 21, 1983, discusses acid rain's impact on Bay State statues, detailing the damage and preservation efforts by state officials.

The page also includes a small photo of James S. Hodgson and a list of sections labeled A through H on the left side, likely for reference or organization purposes.

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The image is of a newsletter titled "NEWSNOTES" from the Harvard Graduate School of Design, dated May-June 1983. Several articles and sections are visible:

  1. Main Article: "Hodgson Named New Librarian"

    • Summary: James S. Hodgson has been appointed as the acting librarian of the Fine Arts Library at Harvard University. He will continue in his role as the chief librarian of the Graduate School of Design (GSD) until a permanent replacement is found.
    • Career Background:
      • Hodgson has an extensive background in librarianship and fine arts.
      • He began his career at Harvard’s Lamont Library in 1964.
      • He obtained a master’s degree from the University of Wisconsin and joined the GSD as an acquisitions librarian in 1968.
      • He became the chief librarian at GSD in 1979.
    • Contributions: Hodgson has made significant contributions to the field of librarianship, including speaking at conferences and publishing articles on library management and art history.
  2. Letter to the Editor:

    • Content: A letter from Paul Getty Museum's former librarian, responding to the challenges and rewards of being a librarian. The writer mentions the importance of maintaining the library’s excellence and the personal satisfaction derived from the role.
  3. Mailing Information:

    • The address section for the Harvard University Gazette, indicating it is a five-times per week publication, is also visible.
  4. News Article: "Acid rain eating Bay State statues"

    • Summary: This article, sourced from the Sun's State House Bureau, discusses how acid rain is causing damage to statues and buildings in Massachusetts.
    • Details:
      • The damage includes the erosion of stone and metal structures.
      • Preservation experts, such as Arthur Beale from the Museum of Fine Arts, have noted the severe effects.
      • Historical landmarks, including the Robert Gould Shaw Memorial, are being affected.
      • Acid rain has been identified as a significant environmental issue, with state officials noting the damage to various historical and modern structures.

The newsletter also features a date notation of "Nov. 2003.28" on the left side, possibly indicating an archival or filing date.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album page that contains three newspaper clippings and some handwritten notes.

  1. The largest clipping, titled "Hodgson Named New Librarian," is from the "Harvard Graduate School of Design News," dated May-June 1983. It features a small photo of James S. Hodgson and an article announcing his appointment as the librarian for the Fine Arts Library at the Harvard Graduate School of Design. The article details Hodgson's career background, qualifications, and vision for improving the library's collections and services.

  2. To the right of this clipping, there is a typed newspaper clipping from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated July 15, 1983. It discusses volunteer gallery guides sought for the Harvard Art Museums, including the Fogg and Busch-Reisinger Museums.

  3. Below that, on the right side of the page, there is another newspaper clipping from the "SUN, Lowell, MA" dated July 21, 1983. The headline reads "Acid rain eating Bay State statues." The article discusses the damaging effects of acid rain on statues in Massachusetts, including statements from experts and officials about the problem and its environmental impact.

At the top center of the page, there is a handwritten note that reads:
"Harvard Graduate School of Design News
May-June 1983."

The page itself is mounted within a larger album or binder with tabbed sections visible on the left side. The tabs are labeled alphabetically from A to H.

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This image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and an index card adhered to the pages of a scrapbook or binder. On the left side of the image is an index card labeled at the top with "HUGH C. Leighton Co. Manufacturers," and below that are the letters A through I, with small handwritten entries next to each letter. The rest of the page and the adjacent page contain various news articles.

One of the articles prominently displayed is titled "NEWSNOTES" and references an individual named "Hodgson" who was appointed as a new librarian, detailing their background, qualifications, and other related information. To the right side of this, there is a smaller clipping from a section called "SUN" discussing the issue of acid rain eating away at Bay State statues, as reported in Lowell, MA, dated July 21, '83.

The pages are marked with handwritten notes indicating a source and dates, like "Harvard Graduate School of Design News" from May-June 1983. The date stamps show "JUL 15 1983" and "HARVARD UNIVERSITY GUTMAN LIBRARY - CAMBRIDGE, MASS."

Overall, the scrapbook appears to be a collection of professionally related clippings, possibly documenting events, achievements, or interests of the person who compiled it.

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The image is a scanned page from a magazine or newsletter, titled "NEWSNOTES" and dated May-June 1983. The page contains a mix of text and images, including a photograph of a man, a heading about a new librarian at the Fine Arts Library, and a news article about acid rain affecting historical statues in Massachusetts. The page also includes a table of contents on the left side and a date stamp at the top left corner.

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The image appears to be a collection of newspaper clippings or articles bound together in a scrapbook. The scrapbook is open to a page containing several articles, each with its own headline and content.

The top-left corner of the page has a handwritten note that reads "ARCH. 7003.38," which could be a reference number or identifier for the scrapbook.

The first article is titled "Hodgson Named New Librarian," and it features a photograph of a man wearing glasses and a tie. The article discusses James S. Hodgson, who has been appointed as the new librarian of the Fine Arts Library at the Fogg Museum. Hodgson is succeeding Frances Loeb, who left to become the chief librarian at Columbia University's Avery Library.

The second article is titled "Acid rain eating away State House statues," and it discusses the damage caused by acid rain to historic statues at the Massachusetts State House. The article mentions that the statues are being damaged by sulfuric and nitric compounds produced by smokestack industries in the Midwest.

The third article is titled "SUNWELL, M.C. JUL 21 1983," but the content is not fully visible in the image.

Overall, the image appears to be a scrapbook page containing articles on various topics, including library appointments and environmental issues affecting historic monuments.