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Fogg Art Museum Scrapbook, May 1973-March 1978

ARCH.2003.39, Rendition: 806670

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The image is a page from "The Harvard Crimson," a student newspaper of Harvard University, specifically the classifieds section dated May 21, 1975. The page is divided into several sections, each containing various advertisements. Here's a detailed breakdown:

  1. Header:

    • The top of the page indicates it is "Page Four" and labeled "Crimson Classifieds."
  2. Sections and Advertisements:

    • Housing:
      • Ads for roommates, sublets, and apartments in various locations such as Southern Maine, Cambridge, and Boston.
      • Specific ads for college teachers, graduate students, and people looking to share housing.
    • Responsible Babysitting:
      • Ads from individuals offering babysitting services.
    • Live in the Country:
      • Ads for summer rentals, vacation homes, and rural properties in places like Vermont, Maine, and Wyoming.
    • Summer Rental:
      • Various summer rental opportunities in locations like Martha's Vineyard, Cape Cod, and New Hampshire.
    • Miscellaneous:
      • Ads for items like a used bike, a roommate needed, and a car for sale.
    • Buy & Sell:
      • Ads for items such as a stereo system, a car, and a bicycle.
    • Jobs:
      • Job listings for positions like a counselor, lifeguard, and a summer camp job.
    • Rides & Riders:
      • Ads for rides needed to various locations and rides offered.
    • Typing, Typists, Typing:
      • Ads for typing services.
    • Room Wanted:
      • Ads from individuals looking for rooms to rent.
    • Subscribe:
      • An advertisement encouraging readers to subscribe to the newspaper.
  3. Advertisement:

    • There is a prominent advertisement in the middle of the page for "Swampwater," a beverage described as "More bang than a Wallhanger, more fire than a Sunrise." The ad features a jar of Swampwater with a fish inside and a tagline "The power below the surface."
  4. Village Travel:

    • At the bottom right, there is an ad for Village Travel with a phone number 738-5502 and a tagline "Flying home is a pain in the a---."

Overall, the page is filled with various classified ads catering to the needs of students and the local community, including housing, jobs, items for sale, and services.

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The image displays a classifieds section from "The Harvard Crimson," dated May 21, 1975. The section is divided into various categories, including Housing, Responsible Graduate, Live-in Country, and others. The classifieds feature a mix of housing offers, requests, and other services. For instance, there are listings for rooms and apartments available for rent or sublet, some of which are furnished and some not. There are also requests for housing, such as a "RESPONSIBLE HOUSING" ad seeking a room for the summer. Additionally, there are ads for miscellaneous services like a "Flying home is a pain in the a" travel service, and a "BUY & SELL" section for purchasing items like a car. The layout is typical of a newspaper, with text-heavy ads and minimal images, the most prominent being an ad for "Sunsweet" with an image of a jar. The language used is formal and concise, typical of classified ads, with clear instructions and contact information for respondents.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Crimson newspaper, dated May 21, 1975. The page is divided into several sections:

  1. Housing Classifieds:

    • Various housing listings are provided, including:
      • "Young Couple College Teacher" seeking a place for rent or sale.
      • "Responsible Housing" listings, such as:
        • "Southeastern Maine" for rent.
        • "Air-conditioned Surlet" available for rent.
        • "Need to Rent" and "Summer Rental" with specific details.
        • "Little Compton" and "Little St. Simons Island" for rent.
        • "For Sale" listings including a "Quaint Residence" and "Air-Conditioned Suite."
        • "Summer Rental" in locations like "Cape Cod" and "Martha’s Vineyard."
      • Additional rentals such as "Apartment" and "Summer Surlet."
    • Specifics include room sizes, prices, and conditions.
  2. Live in the Country:

    • Listings include:
      • "Arlington Heights" and "Quaint Residential Area."
      • "Summer Rental" in "Pembroke."
      • "Rental in Vermont."
  3. In Demand Jobs:

    • Jobs are listed under categories such as:
      • "Jobs" including "Consultant Positions" and "Typing/Typing."
      • "Rides & Riders" with sections for "Drive to Call" and "Driver Wanted."
      • "Deliveryman/Woman" and "Part-Time Person Private."
  4. Harvard Crimson Classifieds:

    • Miscellaneous listings:
      • "Karaté Enthusiast" seeking a partner.
      • "Parking Space" available.
      • "API for Service" for various types of service.
  5. Advertisement:

    • There is a central advertisement with a headline that reads, "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a Sunrise," featuring a glass with a picture of a Wallbanger cocktail.
  6. Subscription Information:

    • At the bottom, there is subscription information and instructions for subscribers, including a phone number (738-5502) for further inquiries.

The layout is typical of a classified section from a college newspaper, offering a variety of housing, job, and personal listings for students and other community members.

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The image is a page from the "Harvard Crimson," a newspaper from Harvard University, dated May 21, 1975. The page is primarily dedicated to classified advertisements under various categories such as Housing, Jobs, Buy & Sell, and Miscellaneous.

Here's a detailed summary of the content:

Housing

  • Southern Maine: Beautifully situated house for rent, available May 19th, with a garden, large rooms, and a fireplace. Contact: 617-492-3090.
  • Young Couple/College Teacher: Seeking a roommate for a furnished room in a house with a young couple in Cambridge. Contact: 617-543-4002.
  • Martha’s Vineyard: A charming house for rent, available June 15th, with a large yard and close to the beach. Contact: 617-543-7396.
  • Airconditioned Suitelet: Available for rent in a quiet area of Cambridge, near MIT and Harvard. Contact: 617-864-5470.
  • FOR SALE: A beautiful house in Lexington, with a large yard, near the commuter rail. Contact: 617-864-9000.

Jobs

  • Responsible Housekeeping: Needed for a house in Arlington Heights, responsible for cleaning, laundry, and other duties. Contact: 617-543-2112.
  • Live in the Country: Seeking a responsible housekeeper with experience for a large farmhouse. Contact: 617-543-4002.
  • Quaint Responsible: Needed for a large house in Newton. Contact: 617-964-5555.
  • Summer Rentals: Various rental opportunities for summer months, including a house in Marblehead, a cottage in Stonington, and a house in Kennebunkport. Contact numbers are provided for each listing.
  • Part-Time Positions: Available in various locations, such as a part-time position for a house in Arlington, and a job in a restaurant in Cambridge. Contact: 617-543-1234.
  • Job Opportunities: Several positions listed including a housekeeper, a nanny, and a part-time cook.

Buy & Sell

  • Crimson Classifieds: Various items for sale, including a used car, furniture, books, and musical instruments.
  • Miscellaneous Items: Items such as a bicycle, a camera, and a typewriter available for sale.

Miscellaneous

  • Area Woman: Looking for a part-time job, possibly in a household or office setting. Contact: 617-543-9876.
  • Rides & Riders: Offers for carpooling and ridesharing are listed, including a driver needed for a specific route and a rider seeking a carpool.
  • Kids’ Items: Various children's items available for sale, including a stroller, toys, and clothing.

Advertisement

  • Paininthe@#$%: A humorous ad for a product or service that promises to eliminate pain in various forms, suggesting the effectiveness of the product with a slogan: "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a Sunrise."

Subscribe Section

  • Encourages readers to subscribe to the "Harvard Crimson" for continued access to news and classifieds, with a phone number for subscriptions: 738-5502.

The classifieds are organized with various advertisements for housing, jobs, and miscellaneous items, typical of a newspaper's classified section.

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The image shows a page from the classifieds section of the Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper from Harvard University, dated May 21, 1975. The page is titled "Crimson Classifieds" and is divided into several categories, each listing various advertisements.

  1. Housing:

    • Various housing options are listed, including rooms for rent in different areas like Cambridge, Arlington Heights, and Somerville. Ads mention amenities such as furnished rooms, shared kitchens, and proximity to Harvard.
    • Specific ads include:
      • "SOUTHERN MAINE" for a young couple or college teacher.
      • "MARTHA'S VINCENT" for a single or couple in a quiet, furnished room.
      • "1 BEDROOM" in Arlington Heights.
      • "SUMMER RENTAL" options for students.
  2. Live in the Country:

    • Ads offering rooms in the countryside, including:
      • "Harvard Crimson" with a mention of "Responsible Graduate."
      • "QUIET RESPONSIBLE" room in Arlington Heights.
      • "SUMMER RENTAL" in New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Vermont.
  3. Rides & Riders:

    • Ads for carpooling and ridesharing, including:
      • "DRIVE TO CALIF" for a summer road trip.
      • "DRIVE WANTED" for a summer trip to California.
  4. Jobs:

    • Job listings for positions such as:
      • "CONSERVATION POSITIONS" in the Adirondacks.
      • "TYPING, TYPING, TYPING" for part-time work.
  5. Buy & Sell:

    • Various buy and sell ads, including:
      • Furniture, books, and other items.
      • "SENIOR SALE" for used items.
      • "KARATE EQUIPMENT" for sale.
  6. Miscellaneous:

    • Other ads include:
      • "PARKING SPACE" for rent.
      • "APT FOR SERVICE" for those working in the area.
      • "KITTEN" for sale.
  7. Advertisements:

    • There are also commercial advertisements, including one for "Green Champagne," promoting "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a Sunrise."
    • A subscription advertisement for "Village Travel."

The page also includes a subscription advertisement for the "Village Travel" agency, encouraging readers to subscribe to the Crimson for more classifieds.

The classifieds are aimed at the Harvard community, offering a variety of housing, employment, and other services relevant to students and faculty.

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The image is a classified advertisements page from "The Harvard Crimson," dated May 21, 1975. The page is divided into several sections, each containing various types of ads.

Sections and Ads:

  1. Responsible Housing:

    • Various listings for housing accommodations, including apartments, rooms, and shared living spaces in locations such as Southern Maine, Brighton, Cambridge, and Somerville.
    • Specific ads include:
      • "SOUTHERN MAINE"
      • "YOUNG COUPLE COLLEGE TEACHER"
      • "WOMAN, 30"
      • "MARRIAN-VICTORIAN"
      • "NEED A ROOM?"
      • "SUNMER RENTAL"
      • "ACCOMMODATION SUNLET"
      • "FOR SALE"
      • "B. SCHOOL FAMILY"
      • "LEXINGTON-SQUARE FURNISHED"
  2. Responsible Graduate:

    • Ads aimed at graduate students, including housing and roommate searches.
  3. Summer Rental:

    • Listings for summer rentals, including:
      • "KENSINGTON HOUSE"
      • "SUBLEASE"
  4. Rooms Available:

    • Ads for rooms available for rent, including:
      • "ROOMMATE WANTED"
      • "SUNMER SUBLET"
  5. Miscellaneous:

    • Various other housing-related ads.
  6. Rides & Riders:

    • Ads for carpooling and ride-sharing, including:
      • "RIDES NEEDED"
      • "DRIVE TO CALIF."
  7. Jobs:

    • Job listings, including:
      • "CONSULTANT POSITIONS"
      • "APT FOR RENT/LEASE"
  8. Miscellaneous Services:

    • Various other services and items for sale:
      • "PARKING SPACE"
      • "KARATE INSTRUCTOR"
  9. Buy & Sell:

    • Items for sale and wanted ads:
      • "U. S. SILVER HALF-DOLLARS"
      • "ACOUSTIC GUITAR"
      • "WANTED ROOMMATE"
      • "SENIOR CLASS RING"
  10. Advertisements:

    • Display ads promoting specific products and services, including:
      • "SLIMWATER" with a tagline "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire, than a Surprise."
      • "GREEN FUEL" by Green Earth Associates
      • A subscription ad for "Village Voice" with a phone number (738-5502).

Noteworthy Elements:

  • The "SLIMWATER" ad stands out with a humorous and eye-catching slogan.
  • The page features a mix of personal and professional ads catering to the Harvard community.
  • The classifieds include a range of needs, from housing and jobs to carpooling and items for sale.

This classifieds page provides a snapshot of the various needs and offerings within the Harvard community in 1975.

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The image appears to be a scanned page from a newspaper, specifically showing the classifieds section from "The Harvard Crimson" dated May 21, 1975. The classifieds are organized into various categories such as housing, jobs, buy & sell, and miscellaneous services. The advertisements cover an eclectic range of offerings, from housing rentals and summer sublets to requests for roommates and job postings.

A prominent feature in the center is an advertisement for a beverage called "Swampwater" with the tagline "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a sunrise." The ad presents a jar of Swampwater with a graphical depiction of an alligator on it and another product named "Green Fire" suggested to be mixed with Swampwater.

The layout of the page is dense, typical of newspaper classified sections. Different text alignments, font weights, and styles are used to demarcate the categories and individual ads. The page as a whole captures a slice of everyday life from the mid-1970s, reflecting the needs and services relevant to the community around Harvard University at the time.

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This image is a page from "The Harvard Crimson" newspaper dated May 21, 1975. It is page four and primarily contains classified advertisements organized under headings like "Crimson Classifieds," "Housing," "Buy & Sell," "Rides & Riders," "Jobs," and "Miscellaneous."

Some specific categories within these ads include:

  • Housing (subcategories like southern Maine, economy housing, airconditioned sublet, summer rental, apartment, room for rent, etc.)
  • Buy & Sell (items like double beds, VW camper pop top, karate enthusiasts)
  • Rides & Riders (offers and requests for rides, driving help)
  • Jobs (counselor positions, typing jobs)
  • Miscellaneous (parking space, kittens, apartment for service, room privacy)

On the bottom left side of the page, there is a large advertisement for Green Chartreuse, a 110 proof alcoholic beverage. The ad features a jar with a drink in it and the slogan: "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a Sunrise." It includes a recipe for "Swampwater," a drink made from Green Chartreuse, pineapple juice, lime, and ice.

At the bottom right is a subscription ad encouraging readers to subscribe and purchase tickets through village travel, emphasizing the convenience and customer service.

The overall layout consists mostly of small text ads in columns with a bold heading for each section. The typography is typical of a 1970s newspaper with small serif fonts and narrow column spacing on yellowish, aged paper.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper, specifically the "Harvard Crimson" from May 17, 1975. The page contains various classified advertisements and sections.

The top section is titled "Crimson Classifieds" and includes subsections for housing, responsible housesitting, and other classifieds. The housing section lists various rental properties, including apartments, houses, and rooms for rent in different areas.

The responsible housesitting section lists opportunities for individuals to rent out their homes while they are away, with descriptions of the properties and contact information.

The middle section contains an advertisement for "Swampwater" liquor, featuring a jar with a straw and the tagline "More bang than a Wallbanger, more fire than a Sunrise."

The bottom section includes various other classified ads, such as job listings, apartment rentals, and personal ads. There is also a section titled "Buy & Sell" with ads for items like a scuba tank and a camper.

The right side of the page contains a subscription advertisement for "Village Travel" with a phone number for reservations.

Overall, the image represents a typical classifieds section from a newspaper, offering a glimpse into the rental market, housesitting opportunities, and various other services and products available in the area at the time.

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The image is a scanned page from The Harvard Crimson, a student newspaper, dated May 21, 1975. The page is titled "Crimson Classifieds" and is divided into several sections, each listing various advertisements and announcements.

Main Sections and Content:

1. Housing

  • Southern Maine: Offers housing options for students, including apartments and rooms for rent. One listing mentions a "beautifully situated rental unit" in Southern Maine.
  • Young Couple, College Teacher: Seeks housing for themselves and their child, offering $20 per hour for tutoring in math, physics, and English.
  • Marlboro Head for Sale: An advertisement for a Marlboro head (likely a smoking pipe) for sale.
  • Other Listings: Includes ads for apartments, rooms, and houses available for rent or sale, with details such as location, price, and contact information.

2. Employment

  • Responsible House-Sitting: Seeks a responsible house-sitter for a summer rental in Cape Cod.
  • Live-in the Country: Offers a live-in position on a farm in New England.
  • Quiet, Responsible Housekeeper: Seeks a housekeeper for a Harvard Square home.
  • Research Assistant: A position available for a research assistant in psychology.
  • Delivery Man/Woman: Seeks individuals for delivery work.
  • Arab Woman: An ad for a woman seeking a job as a house painter.
  • Part-Time Person/Friday: Offers part-time work on Fridays.
  • Buy & Sell: Includes ads for selling items such as a "Double Bass" and "Van Camper Pop Top."

3. Rides & Riders

  • Ride Needed: Requests for rides to various locations, including West Cambridge and Needham.
  • Driver Wanted: Seeks drivers for specific routes, such as from Cambridge to Boston.
  • Parking Space: Offers a parking space for rent in Cambridge.

4. Miscellaneous

  • Kitty: An ad for a kitten available for adoption.
  • Apt for Services: Seeks services for apartment maintenance.
  • Village Travel: An advertisement for a travel agency offering flights and hotel reservations.

5. Advertisement Banner

  • At the bottom of the page, there is a prominent advertisement for Green Charte. The ad features:
    • A large, stylized image of a mason jar labeled "Swampwater."
    • Text that reads: "More bang than a Wallhanger, more fire than a Sunrise."
    • A tagline: "The power behind underground craft."
    • Additional text promoting the product as "Green Free" and describing it as a "peppery pineapple juice" that "adds some zing to your life."
    • A smaller ad for Village Travel, with a phone number (738-5502) for booking flights.

Design and Layout

  • The page has a classic newspaper layout with columns of text and advertisements.
  • Contact information (phone numbers and addresses) is provided for most listings.
  • The overall aesthetic reflects the design style of the 1970s, with typefaces and formatting typical of that era.

Overall Impression

The page provides a snapshot of student life and community needs at Harvard in 1975, showcasing housing, employment, transportation, and miscellaneous services. The prominent advertisement for Green Charte adds a playful, marketing-oriented element to the otherwise functional classifieds section.