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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806580

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This is a vintage newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 25, 1974, page A31. The clipping features a black-and-white photograph and an article about the presentation of the Sarkis Mugar Scholarships.


Headline & Photo Caption:

The photo is captioned:

SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in Fall.


Photo Description:

The photograph shows nine people in a formal group portrait, presumably taken at the scholarship event.

  • Seated (left to right):

    • Donna Rondeau (North Uxbridge)
    • Patrice Babineau (Hanover)
    • Jan Haley (Westwood)
    • Nancy L. Houreas (Rochester, N.H.)
  • Standing (left to right):

    • Anthony Angelucci (Watertown)
    • Gail Mahoney (Weymouth)
    • John M. Mugar (Star Market president)
    • Martin Pike (Wayland)
    • Richard O’Brien (Somerville)

The individuals are dressed formally — the men in suits and ties, and the women in dresses or blouses. The central figure, John M. Mugar, is seated in the middle of the back row and appears to be the focal point of the image, reflecting his role as presenter.


Contextual Elements:

  • At the top of the clipping, partially obscured, is a masthead or section header that includes the letter “ON” and an illustration of bookshelves, likely indicating an education or community section.
  • Below the photo and caption, the names of institutions are repeated: “COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES,” suggesting the scholars were attending various higher education institutions.
  • The lower portion of the clipping features an advertisement for Emmanuel College, promoting “undergraduate and continuing education,” including programs for nursing professionals seeking bachelor’s degrees.

Physical Appearance:

The clipping is aged, with slightly yellowed paper and a torn corner at the bottom left. It appears to have been cut out and saved, possibly from a family scrapbook.


Overall Significance:

This clipping documents a local community event — corporate-sponsored scholarships for the children of employees — highlighting Star Market’s civic involvement in 1970s Massachusetts. It also serves as a historical snapshot of the individuals and educational opportunities of that era.

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This image appears to be a news clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser" dated August 25, 1974, page A31. The clipping features a headline and a photograph along with a brief article below.

The headline reads "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS" and indicates that these scholarships were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees entering college in the fall. The photograph shows a group of seven individuals, four seated and three standing, with a man (presumably John M. Mugar) standing in the center of the group. The names and hometowns of the seated individuals are listed as follows, from left to right: Donna Rondeau (North Uxbridge), Patrice Babineau (Hanover), Jan Haley (Westwood), and Nancy L. Houreas (Rochester, N.H.). The standing individuals are identified as Anthony Angelucci (Watertown), Gail Mahoney (Weymouth), and John M. Mugar, Martin Pike (Wayland), and Richard O'Brien (Somerville).

Below the photograph, there is an advertisement for Emmanuel College, which mentions undergraduate and continuing education. The ad includes a portion of a text that is partially visible, suggesting that it was cut out from a larger piece of paper.

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This image is a scanned clipping from a newspaper, specifically the "Sunday Herald Advertiser," dated August 25, 1974, page A31. The top section of the clipping features a photograph of a group of people, presumably recipients of the Sarkis Mugar Scholarships. The text below the photo indicates that the scholarships were presented by John M. Mugar, the president of Star Market, to children of Star Market employees who would be entering college in the fall. The names of the scholarship recipients are listed, along with their hometowns.

The bottom section of the clipping contains an advertisement for Emmanuel College, focusing on undergraduate and continuing education. The ad suggests that the college offers programs to help students enrich their professional service and themselves, mentioning options for nursing diploma holders to pursue bachelor's degrees. The text is partially cut off, but it conveys the message about educational opportunities at Emmanuel College.

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The image is a newspaper clipping featuring a photograph of seven individuals. The clipping is from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 25, 1974. The photograph is positioned at the top of the clipping and shows a group of seven people, consisting of five men and two women, all dressed in formal attire. They are standing in a row, with three men on the left, two women in the middle, and two men on the right. The background of the photograph is blurred, with a shelf filled with books visible behind them.

Below the photograph, there is a headline that reads "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS" followed by a brief description of the event. The text mentions that the scholarships were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in the fall. The names of the recipients are listed, including Donna Rondeau, Patrice Babineaux, Jan Haley, Westwood, Nancy L. Houreas, Rochester, N. H., Standing, Anthony Angelucci, Watertown, Gail Mahoney, Weymouth, John M. Mugar, Martin Pike, Wayland, and Richard O'Brien, Somerville.

Below the list of names, there is an advertisement for Emmanuel College, which offers undergraduate and continuing education. The advertisement highlights the college's commitment to enriching professional service and personal growth, and it mentions that the college sets up an individualized degree program towards a bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree on the campus.

The clipping is torn at the bottom, and the edges are slightly frayed, indicating that it may have been cut from a newspaper and preserved for historical or sentimental value. The overall tone of the image is formal and celebratory, highlighting the achievements of the scholarship recipients and the educational opportunities offered by Emmanuel College.

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The image is a newspaper clipping featuring a group of individuals in formal attire, possibly for a school or college event. The clipping includes a title, "ON," and a date, "AUGUST 25, 1974." Below the title, there is a text that reads, "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in Fall." The names of the recipients are listed below the text. The image is slightly blurry and has some scratches on it.

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The image shows a newspaper clipping from the Sunday Herald Advertiser, dated August 25, 1974, featuring a photograph and accompanying text.

Photograph Description:

  • The photograph depicts a group of seven individuals, likely students or recipients of scholarships, arranged in two rows.
    • Front Row (seated): Three individuals are seated in the front row.
    • Back Row (standing): Four individuals are standing behind the seated group.
  • The individuals appear to be young adults, dressed in semi-formal attire, suggesting a formal or celebratory occasion.
  • The individuals are identified in the caption below the photograph.

Caption Text:

  • The caption reads:
    "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in Fall. Seated, left to right: Donna Rondeau, North Uxbridge; Patrice Babineau, Hanover; Jan Haley, Westwood; Nancy L. Houraes, Rochester, N. H.; Standing, left to right: Anthony Angelucci, Watertown; Gail Mahoney, Weymouth; John M. Mugar; Martin Pike, Wayland and Richard O'Brien, Somerville."

Additional Text:

  • At the top of the clipping, the header reads: "SUNDAY HERALD ADVERTISER, AUGUST 25, 1974", and the page number is indicated as A31.
  • Below the photograph, there is an advertisement for Emmanuel College, promoting undergraduate and continuing education opportunities. The text emphasizes professional development and degree programs, such as advancing a nursing diploma toward a Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science.

Design Elements:

  • The layout includes bold, stylized text at the top with the word "ON LINE" prominently displayed, likely part of the newspaper's design or a section header.
  • The advertisement for Emmanuel College is placed at the bottom of the clipping, separated from the main news story by a clean, organized layout.

Overall Context:

The image captures a moment of recognition, where scholarships were awarded to children of Star Market employees. The formal setting and the inclusion of names and locations suggest a community-focused event, highlighting educational support and corporate generosity. The accompanying advertisement for Emmanuel College adds a layer of educational promotion, tying the theme of scholarships to broader educational opportunities.

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This is a scanned newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser," dated August 25, 1974. The page, titled "A31," features a photograph of a group of people posed together, potentially recipients of an award or scholarship, as the text below explains. The individuals' faces appear blurred for privacy. The caption mentions "Sarkis Mugar Scholarships" being presented by John M. Mugar, associated with Star Market, to children of Star Market employees who would begin college in the fall. The text includes the names and locations of the individuals.

At the bottom, there is an advertisement for Emmanuel College, highlighting its undergraduate and continuing education programs, specifically nursing diplomas and degree opportunities. The ad text suggests it's targeting individuals seeking professional and academic advancement. The clipping appears to have torn or uneven edges, suggesting it was cut from the original source.

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The image displays a faded newspaper clipping from the "Sunday Herald Advertiser," dated August 25, 1974. The article is located on page A31 and is titled "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS." The text mentions that scholarships were presented by the president of Star Market to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in the fall. There is a list of names along with the towns they are from. Below the list of scholarships and candidates, there's a separate advertisement for Emmanuel, promoting undergraduate and continuing education, and highlighting an opportunity to enrich one's professional service with an individualized degree program that utilizes a nursing diploma towards a bachelor's degree. The article includes a photo of a group of individuals, likely those who were awarded the scholarships, all dressed in formal attire.

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The image shows a clipped newspaper page from the Sunday Herald Advertiser dated August 25, 1974. The headline section at the top partially reads "ON." Beneath the headline is a black-and-white photograph featuring nine people, with some seated in the front and others standing behind them. The faces are blurred.

Below the photograph is a caption related to the "SARKIS MUGAR SCHOLARSHIPS," mentioning that the scholarships were presented by Star Market president John M. Mugar to children of Star Market employees who will enter college in the fall. The caption lists the names of the individuals in the photograph along with their associated towns:

  • Seated (left to right): Donna Rondeau (North Uxbridge), Patrice Babineau (Hanover), Jan Haley (Westwood), Nancy L. Houreas (Rochester, N.H.).
  • Standing (left to right): Anthony Angelucci (Watertown), Gail Mahoney (Weymouth), John M. Mugar, Martin Pike (Wayland), and Richard O'Brien (Somerville).

The bottom part of the clipping contains a partially visible advertisement for Emmanuel, promoting undergraduate and continuing education. The ad mentions enriching professional service and setting up individualized degree programs toward bachelor's degrees.

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This is a scanned newspaper clipping on a purple-gray background. It’s a page from the Sunday Herald Advertiser (August 25, 1974). The top portion shows a bookshelf illustration and a large cutout photo of a group of people (mostly young adults) dressed in formal attire; their faces appear blurred. The caption beneath the photo talks about the Sarkis Mugar Scholarships and mentions that Star Market president John M. Mugar presented them to children of Star Market employees who will enter college (the caption lists several individuals in left-to-right order, but I won’t name them).

Below the photo is a bold heading that reads “EMMANUEL” with smaller text advertising undergraduate and continuing education. The clipping has rough, torn edges and a vintage, sepia-toned print look.