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The image is a scanned page from a newspaper archive, specifically from the "New England Newsclip" dated August 4, 1983. The page contains two separate articles:

1. Left Article (August 4, 1983):

   • Title: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"
   • Author: Stephen Fay
   • Location: Chesterwood, Stockbridge, MA
   • Content: The article discusses the unveiling of a statue titled "The Awakening of Endymion" by Daniel Chester French at Chesterwood. The statue was commissioned by Mrs. Cresson and was unveiled on what would have been her 100th birthday. The sculptor, Sally Cunningham, expressed disappointment with the statue, stating that it did not meet her expectations. The statue was placed in the barn at Chesterwood. The article includes a photograph of the unveiling ceremony, showing a group of people gathered around the statue.

2. Right Article (September 1983):

   • Title: Not explicitly stated, but it appears to be a collection of brief news items.
   • Location: Brown Alumni Monthly, Brown University, Providence, RI
   • Content: The article includes several short news items:
     • Item 64: Announcement of the birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Lee Brewer of Orlando, FL.
     • Item 65: News about George H. Bunting, a director and senior vice president of the First National Bank of Boston, becoming a member of the Boston Real Estate Consultants Membership.
     • Item 66: Announcement of the marriage of Barbara Carroll and Michael M. Carroll in the University of California at Los Angeles.
     • Item 67: News about Rev. Marshall Lee Crump, a pastor in New Bedford, MA, who served in the Navy for eight years.
     • Item 68: Announcement of the marriage of James S. Hodgson and Marcia Ann Kinnally, who met at Harvard Graduate School of Business Administration.

The layout includes a photograph accompanying the left article and text for both articles, with the right article having a more structured, bullet-point format.

The image depicts two pages of a newspaper from the New England area, dated August 4, 1983, and September 1983. The left page features an article from the Berkshire Eagle, headlined "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor" by Stephen Fay. The article discusses the unveiling of a statue of "Endymion" at Chesterwood, the former home and studio of sculptor Daniel Chester French. The statue was found to be a disappointment by Sandy Cunningham, a friend of the family and a member of the Chesterwood Council, due to its poor condition. The statue was later restored and put on display.

The right page contains an article from the Brown Alumni Monthly, headlined "'64 R. Lee Russell, Orlando, Fla." The article mentions that Russell and his wife, Ann, are the parents of three daughters. Russell is a partner in the law firm of Peirson, Grimm & Russell, and the article provides some details about his professional background and community involvement. The article also mentions other alumni, including George H. Bigelow, James S. Hodge, and Peter T. LeClair, and their recent activities and achievements.

The image is a collage of two newspaper clippings from August 1983.

Left Clipping:

• Title: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"
• Source: BERKSHIRE EAGLE, Pittsfield, MA
• By Stephen Fay
• The article discusses the unveiling of a statue at Chesterwood, the home of Daniel Chester French, a renowned sculptor. Mary V. Flynn of Stockbridge, former curator of Chesterwood, was among the participants in the ceremony. The statue depicted is of Shepherd Boy and was initially a disappointment to the sculptor, as it did not match his expectations. The article explains the history of the statue, its creation, and the events surrounding its unveiling. It also mentions the efforts by the Chesterwood Council and staff to restore the statue and its historical significance.

Right Clipping:

• Title: "New England Newsclips" from Brown Alumni Monthly, Brown University, Providence, RI
• Published in September 1983
• This section includes brief biographical notes on several individuals:
  • R. Lee Bennett: Parents of Annette, born April 29. Bennett is a partner in Peirson, Borroughs, Grimm & Bennett in Orlando, Florida.
  • George H. Bigelow: Director and Senior Vice President of Parsons Corporation, who has been invited to become a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers.
  • Carolyn Gedgan Caroll: Lives in Berkeley, California, with her husband, Michael, and they have a daughter. She is a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of California, Berkeley.
  • Rev. Maxwell Lee Chapman: Pastoral work in the Interfaith Council of Professions, having moved to Rhode Island from Vermont.
  • James Hodgson: Head of the Design School and a member of the Loeb Library Board at Harvard Graduate School of Design.
  • Peter T. LeClair: Senior vice president and chief actuary at the Philadelphia Life Insurance Company.
  • James S. Hodge: Named president of the New Bedford Public Library.
  • John R. Silgo: Head of the search committee for a new dean of the Harvard Business School.

The clippings provide a snapshot of community and academic life in the early 1980s, highlighting local and regional news and profiles of notable individuals.

The image is a collage of two newspaper clippings from 1983.

1. Left Clipping (August 4, 1983)

   • Source: Berkshire Eagle, Pittsfield, MA
   • Title: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"
   • By: Stephen Fay
   • Content: The article discusses the unveiling of a statue titled "Shepherd Boy" at Chesterwood, a museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. The statue was sculpted by Daniel Chester French, who had a history of dissatisfaction with his work. Mary V. Flynn of Stockbridge, the former curator of Chesterwood, participated in the ceremony. The article mentions the statue's origins and the challenges in preserving it, including the statue's previous placement in Endymion's tomb and the restoration efforts by Arthur Cunningham. The unveiling was a significant event for the town, marking the completion of a major restoration project.

2. Right Clipping (September 1983)

   • Source: Brown Alumni Monthly, Brown University, Providence, RI
   • Content: This is a list of notable Brown University alumni and their accomplishments.
     • R. Lee Bennett: A partner in a law firm in Orlando, Florida, with his wife and children.
     • George H. Bigelow: Director and senior vice president of Public Relations at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
     • Carolyn G. Carroll: An engineer at the University of California, Berkeley.
     • Rev. Maxwell Lee Chapman: Pastor in Canaan, Vermont, and a former professor.
     • James S. Hodges: Librarian at the Design School of the Rhode Island School of Design.
     • Peter T. LeClair: Senior vice president and chief actuary at the American Life Insurance Company.

The articles provide a mix of cultural and educational highlights from their respective regions and institutions.

The image is a collection of two newspaper clippings from 1983.

Left Clipping:

• Publication: New England Newsclip, Berkshire Eagle, Pittsfield, MA
• Date: August 4, 1983
• Headline: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"
• Author: Stephen Fay
• Content Summary:
  • The article discusses the unveiling of a statue of Endymion at Chesterwood, a former home of sculptor Daniel Chester French.
  • The statue, titled "The Awakening of Endymion," was unveiled despite some issues with the sculpture's appearance.
  • Stephen Fay, the sculptor's grandson, was present and shared his disappointment with the statue's current state, noting that it was not as originally intended.
  • The sculpture was originally intended to depict Endymion in a reclining position, but the current statue shows him sitting up.
  • Arthur Dodd, the Chesterwood staff member, discussed the efforts to restore the statue, including cleaning and repairing it.
  • The article also mentions that the statue was moved to the Foggy Bottom area of Chesterwood.
  • The unveiling ceremony included representatives from the National Trust for Historic Preservation and other organizations.

Right Clipping:

• Publication: New England Newsclip, Brown Alumni Monthly, Brown University, Providence, RI
• Date: September 1983
• Content Summary:
  • The article lists notable alumni of Brown University and their achievements.
  • R. Lee Bennett: Partner in a law firm in Orlando, Florida, and parent of two children.
  • George H. Bigelow: Director and senior vice president of a company, invited to join the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.
  • Carolyn G. Carroll: Lives in Berkeley, California, and is a member of the University of California's engineering staff.
  • The Rev. Maxwell Lee Clapp: Pastor at a church in Rhode Island, previously served in Vermont.
  • James S. Hodges: Chief librarian at the Design School of the Rhode Island School of Design.
  • Peter T. LeClair: Named senior vice president and chief actuary of an insurance company.

Both articles provide a snapshot of cultural and academic achievements and events from the year 1983.

The image displays two pages from different editions of the New England Newspaper, dated August 4, 1983, and September 1983. Here’s a detailed summary of each page:

Left Page (August 4, 1983 - Berkshire Eagle, Pittsfield, MA)

Article: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"

• By Stephen Fay

The main article discusses the unveiling of a new statue at Chesterwood, the former home of sculptor Daniel Chester French. The event was attended by dignitaries, including Councilman George Cresson, and representatives from the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Key Points:

• The Statue: The new exhibit, "The Awakening of Endymion," was originally created by Daniel Chester French in the late 19th century. The plaster model was sent to Italy in 1873 to be carved in marble.
• Disappointment: The sculptor, Sandy Cunningham, expressed disappointment with the final result. The statue, which was supposed to be a great work, had visible cracks and imperfections.
• Event Details: The unveiling ceremony was held outdoors in the barn museum at Chesterwood. Despite the flaws, the event was a significant occasion for the Chesterwood estate.

Photo Caption:

• A photo shows attendees at the unveiling of the statue, with former curator Mary V. Flynt of Stockbridge present.

Right Page (September 1983 - Brown Alumni Monthly, Brown University, Providence, RI)

Article: Obituaries

R. Lee Rosenthal:

• Born on April 29, 1924, in Orlando, Florida.
• Survived by his wife, parents, and two sons, Clifford Lynn and Lee Jr.
• Served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and was a partner in a law firm in Orlando.
• Member of several societies, including the American Bar Association and the American Judicature Society.

George H. Biegelow:

• A distinguished physician and Professor Emeritus of Brown University.
• Served in the U.S. Army during World War II.
• Became a member of the American Society for Artificial Internal Organs in 1955.
• Married to Mary Elizabeth Biegelow and had three children.

Carolyn Garcelon Carrel:

• Lived in Berkeley, California.
• Graduated from Pembroke College and was a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of California.
• Survived by her husband, a son, and a daughter.

The Rev. Maxwell Ler Choy:

• Born in Canton, China.
• Served as a pastor in various locations, including California.
• Had been a minister for over four decades.
• Survived by his wife, two daughters, and a son.

James Hodgson:

• Graduated from Brown University in 1930.
• Worked at Harvard's Fogg Museum and later became a librarian at the Design School.
• Known for his extensive work in the library and design fields.

John R. Stilgoe:

• Became a professor at Harvard University.
• Known for his work in environmental design and landscape history.

Peter T. L'Chuinn:

• Worked as a senior vice president at an insurance company.
• Survived by his wife and children.

This detailed summary captures the essence and key details of the articles and obituaries found in the newspaper pages.

This image displays a page from a newspaper or periodical. The layout is traditional, with a combination of text columns, headings, and a black-and-white photograph. Two articles with date headings from different months (AUG 1983 and SEP 1983) are visible, indicating that this is likely a compilation or scrapbook-style collection of clippings.

The main article, with a subheading "AUG 4 1983," features the headline "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor." Below the headline, there is a black-and-white photo captioned with "SHEPHERD BOY is depicted in statue unveiled yesterday at Chesterwood. Former curator of Chesterwood, Mary V. Flynn of Stockbridge, was among those participating in ceremony."

The photograph shows a group of people gathered around a sculpture, with some attendees focusing on the curator. The style of the image suggests it might be a snapshot of a moment during the unveiling event, capturing the attendees' engagement with the artwork.

The text itself appears to be a news article describing an unveiling event for a sculpture titled "SHEPHERD BOY" at Chesterwood. The description indicates that the unveiling was a source of disappointment for the sculptor, which the article likely goes on to detail further.

To the right of the main article is another clipping headlined "SEP 1983" from the "NEW ENGLAND NEWSCLIP" with various announcements or news blurbs, such as personal achievements and profiles of individuals, likely alumni news related to a specific organization or institution, given mentions of places like Orlando, FL, and Providence, RI.

The quality of the print and the paper, along with the visible folding and slight discoloration at the edges, suggests that these clippings have aged physically, which is typical of archival newspaper material.

The image appears to be a page from a newspaper clipping or archival document. The page contains two articles or news items.

The first article is titled "CHESTERWOOD unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor." It discusses the unveiling of a statue at a place called Chesterwood. The sculptor, Sandy Cunningham, expressed disappointment with the statue, which depicted the character Endymion from Greek mythology. The article provides details about the statue's unveiling, the sculptor's background, and the history of the character Endymion.

The second article is titled "SEP 1983" and is from the "NEW ENGLAND NEWSCLIP." It contains various brief news items and announcements, including:

• A mention of R. Lee Bennett, who is the parent of Cynthia Annette, born on April 29, and the spouse of John William and Daniel Cecelia.
• An announcement about George H. Bigelow, a director and senior vice president of Paine Webber, who has been invited to become a member of the American Society of International Business Professionals.
• A note about Carolyn Gallagher Carroll, a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of California, Berkeley, and her family.
• An article about the Rev. Maxwell Lee Clough, a pastor in Castleton, Vermont, who has served two churches since 1935.
• Information about James J. Smith, the chief librarian at the New Bedford Free Public Library, who has been named the chief librarian at Harvard's Graduate School of Design.
• A mention of James Hodgson's Fogg Museum, which has strong and exciting visions for the future role of the Loeb Library in the design curriculum.
• An announcement about Professor John R. Stilgoe, who has been named senior vice president of the Fogg since 1967.
• A note about Peter T. Lacy, who joined Philadelphia Life in January after eighteen years with Aetna Life Insurance Company.

The page also includes a black-and-white photograph of a group of people gathered around a statue, possibly related to the first article.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or news clipping archive, dated August 4, 1983, and September 1983, respectively. The page is titled "New England Newsclip" and is sourced from the Berkshire Eagle in Pittsfield, MA, and the Brown Alumni Monthly from Brown University in Providence, RI.

Left Section (Berkshire Eagle, August 4, 1983):

• Headline: "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor"
• Subheadline: "Shepherd Boy is depicted in statue unveiled yesterday at Chesterwood. Former curator of Chesterwood, Mary V. Flynn of Stockbridge, was among those participating in ceremony."
• Photograph: The image shows a group of people gathered around a newly unveiled statue. The statue appears to depict a shepherd boy, lying down in a relaxed pose. The setting is outdoors, likely at Chesterwood, a historic art center. Several individuals are visible, including a woman in the foreground who seems to be observing the statue. The photograph is credited to Stephen Fay.
• Article Content: The article discusses the unveiling of a statue titled "The Awakening of Endymion" by sculptor Daniel Chester French. The statue was unveiled in honor of the late Margaret French, the sculptor's daughter. Despite the ceremony, the sculptor, Chesterwood Council, and others expressed disappointment with the final result. Issues mentioned include:
  • The statue was originally intended to be preserved in Chesterwood but was moved to the sculptor’s home in Stockbridge.
  • The sculptor, Mrs. Cresson, was unhappy with the preservation efforts, noting that the statue was not properly cleaned and repaired.
  • The statue was described as having "stabilized cracks with adhesives and resin," which the sculptor found unsatisfactory.
  • The article also mentions that the statue was originally designed to be placed in the sea, as per the myth of Endymion, but was instead placed on land.

Right Section (Brown Alumni Monthly, September 1983):

• Headline: "64"
• Content: This section appears to be a list of notable alumni or individuals associated with Brown University. It includes brief biographical details about several individuals, such as:
  • Lee R. Bennett (Class of '64), parents of Annette Lynn, born April 29.
  • George H. Bigelow, director and senior vice president of Fairchild Properties, Inc.
  • Carolyn Gallagan, a professor of mechanical engineering at the University of California.
  • Rev. Maxwell Lee Cleary, pastor of Peoples Church in Castleton, VT.
  • James H. Strong, a design librarian at Harvard’s Fogg Museum.
  • John R. Stige, professor and chairman of the Fine Arts Library at Loeb Library at Brown University.
• The section is formatted as a list, with each entry providing a brief description of the individual's achievements or roles.

Overall Layout:

• The page is divided into two columns:
  • The left column contains the news article with a photograph and detailed text.
  • The right column contains a list of alumni or notable individuals, formatted as a bullet-point-style entry.
• The page includes dates at the top: AUG 4 1983 (left) and SEP 1983 (right), indicating the publication dates of the respective articles.

Visual Elements:

• The photograph on the left is the central visual element, showing a group of people gathered around a newly unveiled statue. The statue itself is the focal point, lying down in a relaxed pose, and appears to be made of stone or a similar material.
• The text is typed in a classic newspaper style, with clear headings, subheadings, and body text.

This page provides a snapshot of local and alumni news from New England in 1983, combining artistic and academic themes.

The image is a page from a newspaper or magazine, likely from the early 1980s, given the date at the top of the page (AUG 4 1983). The page is divided into several sections, each containing different articles and photographs.

In the top left corner, there is a black-and-white photograph of a statue unveiling ceremony. The statue appears to be of a man, possibly a historical figure or a notable person. The people in the photograph are dressed in formal attire, and some are holding cameras or taking notes. The statue is positioned on a pedestal, and the background suggests an outdoor setting, possibly a park or a public square.

Below the photograph, there is a headline that reads "Chesterwood unveils a statue; was a disappointment to sculptor." The article beneath the headline discusses the unveiling of the statue and the sculptor's reaction to it. The text mentions that the sculptor, who is not named in the visible portion of the article, was disappointed with the final result. The article also includes quotes from individuals involved in the unveiling ceremony, such as the mayor and the curator of the Chesterwood museum.

To the right of the main article, there is a smaller photograph of a man with a beard and mustache. The caption below the photograph reads "George H. Bigelow, Dover, Mass., a director and senior vice president of the American Society of Real Estate Counselors, has been invited to become a member of the invited Society of Real Estate Counselors to advise on all types of real estate problems." This article is about George H. Bigelow's professional achievements and his invitation to join a prestigious society.

At the bottom of the page, there is another smaller article with a headline that reads "New England Newsclip." This article provides a brief update on various news items from the New England region, including a mention of a local business and a community event.

The page also includes some advertisements and other small articles, but they are not clearly visible in the image provided. The overall layout of the page is typical of a newspaper or magazine from the 1980s, with a mix of photographs, headlines, and text articles.