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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806647

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The image shows a snippet of an article titled "A quiet Bicentennial opener." The article is from the Boston Globe, dated January 4, 1976. It discusses the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common in Cambridge, Massachusetts, in preparation for the Bicentennial celebration. The article mentions Mayor Walter Sullivan and other details about the event, including the presence of the Revolution ary Dawes family and the display of Franklin artifacts.

The paper has a vintage look, with a yellowed appearance, suggesting it is an older document. The text is printed in black on a pale cream-colored background. The edges of the paper are slightly frayed, indicating it has been handled or aged over time. There are some handwritten notes at the top of the paper, possibly indicating a reference or annotation.

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This image shows a newspaper clipping with the headline "A quiet Bicentennial opener." The article is dated "Globe 4/17," which is written in blue ink at the top left corner of the clipping. The article discusses the opening of a newly designed Cambridge Common and mentions Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan. It also notes the expected attendance of fifty members of the Revolutionary Dawes family, including one from England.

The article further mentions Prentis Gault of Cambridge and Jack Shillingford of Boston, who enthusiastically talked about the opening of local courts. David Wheatland, Fogg curator emeritus of Scientific Instruments, is quoted describing how he obtained the Franklin artifacts that were on display, noting that many of the instruments were commissioned by Franklin and created by the Harvard faculty.

Lastly, Fogg staffer Janet Cox expresses her pleasure at the turnout, in light of three other Bicentennial soirees that took place the previous night. The clipping is slightly torn on the right side.

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The image shows a piece of paper that is torn and has some text written on it. The text reads, "A quiet Bicentennial opener." It is probably a news article about the opening ceremony of the Cambridge Common, which was designed for the Bicentennial celebration. The text mentions the presence of Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan and his wife, as well as other notable figures such as Prentis Gault of Cambridge and Jack Shillingford of Boston. The article also mentions the display of scientific instruments and the scattering of instruments around the buildings. The paper appears to be old and worn, with some parts of the text missing or faded.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, with the title "A quiet Bicentennial opener" at the top. The article is about the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Bridge Common on Saturday. Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan is looking forward to the opening ceremony, and there will be fifty members of the Revolutionary Dawes family coming to the opening ceremony, one of them from England. The article also mentions that there will be fifty missions created by the Harvard faculty, and the buildings scattered around the buildings for years. The article is continued from page 41.

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The image shows a scanned page from a newspaper or publication, featuring a news article titled "A quiet Bicentennial opener". The article is attributed to Fogg and is a continuation from Page 41.

Key Details from the Image:

  1. Headline:

    • The headline, "A quiet Bicentennial opener", suggests the article is discussing a low-key or subdued event related to a bicentennial celebration.
  2. Content Overview:

    • The article mentions Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan, who was looking forward to the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common on Saturday.
    • It notes that fifty members of the Revolutionary Dawes family were coming to the ceremony, including one of them from England.
    • Prettis Gault of Cambridge and Jack Shillingford of Boston are mentioned as enthusiastic participants who talked about the opening of local courts.
    • David Wheatland, a curator emeritus of Scientific Instruments, is quoted as describing how the Franklin artifacts on display were obtained. He notes that many of the instruments were "com-" (the word is cut off).
  3. Handwritten Note:

    • In the top left corner, there is a handwritten note that reads "Globe 4/17", likely indicating the source (Globe newspaper) and the date (April 17).
  4. Layout and Formatting:

    • The text is presented in a standard newspaper column format, with justified alignment and clear paragraph breaks.
    • The article includes quotes and references to individuals, suggesting it is a news report covering a specific event.

Contextual Clues:

  • The mention of a bicentennial suggests the event is commemorating a 200-year milestone, possibly related to a historical or local significance.
  • The involvement of the Dawes family and Franklin artifacts indicates a connection to historical figures or events, potentially tied to American history or local heritage.

Overall, the image depicts a news article summarizing a bicentennial event with a focus on local participation and historical artifacts. The handwritten note adds a layer of context, indicating the source and date of the article.

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This image depicts a newspaper clipping from an article about the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common Saturday. The headline reads "A quiet Bicentennial opener" and features a quote from Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan, who expressed his enthusiasm for the event. The article also mentions that there will be fifty members of the Revolutionary Dawes family in attendance, as well as Prentis Gault of Cambridge and Jack Shillingford of Boston, who are described as "racquet folk." Additionally, the article notes that David Wheatland, Fogg curator emeritus, will be displaying scientific instruments that were on display during the Bicentennial soirees.

The clipping is yellowed and appears to have been torn from a larger newspaper page. It has been folded and creased, with some tears along the edges. The text is written in black ink, with some handwritten notes in blue ink at the top of the clipping. Overall, the image provides a glimpse into a significant event in Cambridge's history, highlighting the city's rich cultural heritage and its connection to the American Revolution.

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The image depicts a newspaper clipping from the Boston Globe, dated April 17, with the headline "A quiet Bicentennial opener" in bold black font. The article discusses the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common on Saturday, featuring quotes from Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan and other attendees.

The clipping is torn at the top and bottom, with a handwritten note in blue ink reading "Globe 4/17" at the top. The background is a solid gray color, providing a clean and neutral backdrop for the clipping. Overall, the image appears to be a scanned or photographed copy of the original newspaper clipping, likely used for archival or research purposes.

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The image depicts a yellowed newspaper clipping with the headline "A quiet Bicentennial opener" in large black text. The article is from the Fogg section and continues from page 41.

Key Details:

  • The clipping is torn on the left side and has a handwritten note at the top that reads "Globe 4/17" in blue ink.
  • The article discusses the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common on Saturday, with Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan expressing his enthusiasm for the event.
  • The article mentions that there will be around 50 members of the Revolutionary Dawes family attending the ceremony, including one from England.
  • It also notes that the Harvard faculty has created artifacts related to Franklin, which are on display.
  • The article quotes several individuals, including:
    • Prentis Gault and Jack Shillingford, who discussed the opening of local courts.
    • David Wheatland, Fogg curator emeritus, who described the scientific instruments on display.
    • Janet Cox, a Fogg staffer, who compared the turnout to other Bicentennial soirees.

Background:

  • The clipping is set against a gray background, suggesting that it may be a scanned or photographed image.

Overall, the image appears to be a historical newspaper clipping documenting a significant event in Cambridge, Massachusetts, related to the Bicentennial celebrations.

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The image presents a yellowed newspaper clipping, likely from the 1970s, featuring an article titled "A quiet Bicentennial opener" in bold black text. The clipping is positioned on a gray background.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

  • Title: A quiet Bicentennial opener
  • Section: FOGG
  • Continuation: Continued from Page 41
  • Content: The article discusses the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common on Saturday, attended by Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan and other notable figures.
  • Handwritten Note: A blue ink note at the top reads "Globe 4/17".

Article Summary:

The article reports on the subdued opening of the Bicentennial celebration in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Mayor Walter Sullivan expresses his enthusiasm for the event, while also mentioning that there will be approximately 50 members of the Revolutionary Daws family attending. Additionally, the article highlights the presence of various individuals, including Prentis Gault, Jack Shillingford, David Wheatland, and Janet Cox, who share their thoughts on the event.

Visual Description:

  • The newspaper clipping is yellowed and torn, with a rough edge along the top.
  • The background is a solid gray color.
  • The overall appearance suggests that the clipping has been preserved for archival purposes.

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The image shows a clipping from a newspaper, specifically from "The Globe," dated April 17. The headline reads "A quiet Bicentennial opener." The article discusses various events and activities related to the Bicentennial celebration.

Key points from the article include:

  1. Event Attendance: The article mentions that the wife of someone referred to as "FOGG" arrived early for an event.

  2. Cambridge Common: Cambridge Mayor Walter Sullivan was looking forward to the opening of the newly designed Cambridge Common on Saturday.

  3. Dawes Family: The article notes that about fifty members of the Revolutionary Dawes family, including one from England, were expected to attend the opening ceremony.

  4. Folk Enthusiasm: Prentis Gault of Cambridge and Jack Shillingford of Boston, described as racquet folk, enthusiastically talked about the opening of local courts.

  5. Scientific Instruments: David Wheatland, the Fogg curator emeritus of Scientific Instruments, described how he obtained the Franklin artifacts on display. Many of these instruments were reportedly constructed by Franklin himself and have been scattered around the buildings for years.

  6. Bicentennial Soirees: Fogg staffer Janet Cox expressed pleasure at the turnout for the Bicentennial soirees, which were lightly attended compared to three other similar events the previous night.

The clipping appears to be a continuation from page 41, indicating that the article might be part of a larger story.