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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790907

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings and articles from the years 1927 and 1928, seemingly bound together. These clippings appear to be from academic or university-related publications such as "The Crimson" and "Harvard University Gazette." The articles discuss various topics, including:

  1. The Crimson (May 27, 1927): An article titled "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall" discusses the efforts to establish a dining hall at a university, with contributions from two deans and the athletic director. The article also mentions the importance of social contacts and explains the plan to improve dining conditions for students.

  2. Harvard University Gazette (June 18, 1927): An article titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College" reports on the meeting of June 11, 1927, covering appointments and discuss notable names like Thomas Barbour, Carroll William Dodge, and Lawrence Shaw Mayo.

  3. "American Federation of Arts" (Museum News, American Federation, Meets in Boston): An article mentions the 18th annual convention of the American Federation of Arts held in Boston in May 1927, including speakers and topics of discussion.

  4. "Fogg Art Museum" (FOGG ART MUSEUM): An article discusses the loan of a painting by Antonio Pollaiuolo from Yale University to the Fogg Art Museum, which will be exhibited during the opening of the New Fogg Art Museum on June 20, 1927.

The clippings are pasted onto what seems to be a maroon-colored notebook or scrapbook. The articles include various-sized headlines, bylines, and a mix of typed and handwritten text, giving the impression of a personal collection or research material.

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This image shows a scrapbook page with several clippings from newspapers and magazines dated from the late 1920s. The main headline is from "The Crimson," dated May 27, 1927, and it reads "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall." The article discusses a plan outlined in the Crimson that has been approved by two deans and the athletic director, and it mentions the potential benefits of such a dining hall for social contacts and general athletics.

Other clippings include:

  • An announcement from the "Harvard University Gazette" dated June 18, 1927, about the "Meeting of June 11, 1927" and appointments made by the President and Fellows of Harvard College.
  • A section titled "FOGG ART MUSEUM" discussing a painting loaned to Harvard University from Yale University.
  • A clipping about the "AMERICAN FEDERATION OF ARTS" meeting in Boston, discussing topics related to art museums, crafts, and art appreciation.

The scrapbook page has a maroon cover and the clippings are pasted onto white pages. The text is in black and the overall condition of the clippings appears to be aged, consistent with their date.

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This image shows an open, vintage scrapbook or album with aged, yellowed paper pages, bound in a maroon or burgundy cloth cover. The right page is entirely filled with multiple newspaper clippings from the 1920s, primarily from “The Crimson” (Harvard University Gazette) and “The Art News,” dated between May and June 1927.

Key headlines and visible text include:

  • “Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall,” from The Crimson, May 27, 1927, detailing a plan approved by two deans and the athletic director for a university dining hall.
  • “President and Fellows of Harvard College Meeting of June 11, 1927,” listing faculty appointments, such as Thomas Barbour and Carroll William Dodge.
  • “Fogg Art Museum” section, describing a loan of a painting by Antonio Pollaiuolo from Yale to Harvard for exhibition, and mentioning the new Fogg Museum opening.
  • “American Federation of Arts meets in Boston,” from The Art News, covering the 18th annual convention with sessions at the Statler Hotel, Museum of Fine Arts, and Fogg Museum.

The clipping on the left page appears to be a partial schedule for an event in March 1927, featuring “Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Century” by Professor Charles Diehl of the University of Paris, held in the Old Fogg Art Museum.

The pages show signs of age—yellowed paper, minor stains, and slight wear—characteristic of archival material from the 1920s. The layout suggests a curated collection of news items documenting academic, cultural, and administrative developments at Harvard during that period, particularly around the arts and campus life.

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The image shows an open book, likely a newspaper or magazine, with articles about Harvard University. The left page has a headline "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall" and discusses plans for a dining hall for graduate students. The right page has a headline "President and Fellows of Harvard College Meeting of June 11, 1927" and lists appointments and meeting details. The book appears to be a bound collection of newspaper issues or clippings.

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The image depicts an open book with pages that contain text and illustrations. The book appears to be a historical publication, possibly a newspaper or magazine, given the style of the text and layout. The visible pages have a mix of articles and advertisements.

On the left page, there is a heading that reads "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall." Below this heading, there is a paragraph of text discussing the efforts of individuals named Edgell, Chase, and Bingham to establish a dining hall. The text is written in a formal style, suggesting it is a news article.

Below this article, there is another heading that reads "Plan Outlined in Crimson Approved by Two Deans and Athletic Director." This article also discusses the approval of a plan by two deans and an athletic director.

Further down on the left page, there is another heading that reads "AID TO SOCIAL CONTACTS Would Be Valuable Meeting Place for Graduates Seen." This article seems to discuss the benefits of a meeting place for graduates.

On the right page, there is a heading that reads "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE Meeting of June 11, 1927." Below this heading, there is a list of appointments and announcements related to Harvard College.

Below this list, there is an advertisement for the Fogg Art Museum, which features an illustration of a painting. The advertisement provides information about an exhibition and the museum's location.

The book appears to be a historical publication, possibly from the early 20th century, given the style of the text and the content of the articles and advertisements. The articles discuss various topics, including the establishment of a dining hall, the approval of a plan by university officials, and the benefits of a meeting place for graduates. The advertisement for the Fogg Art Museum suggests that the publication may have been targeted towards an educated and cultured audience.

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The image shows a page from a historical newspaper or publication titled "The Crimson", dated May 27, 1927. The page features a variety of articles and announcements, including:

Main Article:

  • Headline: "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall"
    • The article discusses a proposal to establish a dining hall for graduate students at Harvard University. It highlights the efforts of two deans and the athletic director to outline a plan approved by them.
    • Key points include:
      • The plan is seen as a valuable meeting place for graduates to aid social contacts.
      • The dining hall is proposed to be a finer place than the current undergraduate dining hall.
      • The article quotes Dean Edgell, who expresses optimism about the new dining hall benefiting the health and social well-being of students.

Other Articles and Announcements:

  1. "President and Fellows of Harvard College Meeting of June 11, 1927 Appointments"

    • Lists various appointments, including individuals such as:
      • Thomas Barbour, Custodian of the Biological Laboratory.
      • Lawrence Shaw Mayo, Assistant Dean of the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences.
      • Langston Warner, A.B., Fellow of the Fogg Art Museum.
  2. "The Art News"

    • Mentions that the Arts Federation has lived up to its promise and held its eighteenth annual convention in Boston from May 18 to 26.
    • Notes the presence of the Fogg Art Museum and its role in the convention.
  3. "American Federation of Arts"

    • Announces the eighteenth annual convention of the American Federation of Arts, to be held at the Statler Hotel in Boston from May 18 to 26.
    • Highlights the topics of discussion, which include the training of art museum staff, with special reference to the development of art museums.
  4. "Royal Art Gallery Meeting Thursday, May 5"

    • Promotes a lecture titled "Byzantine Art in the Fourteenth and Fifteenth Centuries," to be delivered by Professor Charles Diehl of the University of Paris, at the Old Fogg Art Museum on Thursday, May 5, at 3 P.M.

Visual Elements:

  • The page is printed in black text on white paper, typical of newspaper or academic publication styles of the early 20th century.
  • The layout includes multiple columns of text, with headlines and subheadings clearly marked.
  • The top right corner shows the publication's header: "Harvard University Gazette", indicating its association with Harvard University.
  • The date, "May 27, 1927", is prominently displayed at the top of the page.

Contextual Clues:

  • The content reflects early 20th-century academic and cultural life, with a focus on university governance, art institutions, and public lectures.
  • The mention of the Fogg Art Museum and the American Federation of Arts underscores the importance of art and culture during this period.

Overall, the image captures a snapshot of academic and cultural activities at Harvard University in 1927, highlighting efforts to improve student facilities and promote art and intellectual discourse.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper, likely from the 1920s or 1930s, with the headline "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall" in large print at the top.

  • The page is yellowed and worn, with visible signs of aging.
  • The headline is written in bold, black font, with the names of the individuals mentioned in smaller text below.
  • The article discusses the efforts of Edgell, Chase, and Bingham to establish a dining hall, with quotes from the individuals and mentions of their backgrounds and qualifications.
  • The page also includes other articles and advertisements, including one for a meeting of the Harvard University Gazette and another for a lecture by Professor Charles Diehl of the University of Paris.
  • The overall appearance of the page suggests that it is a historical document, possibly from a university or college newspaper.

The image provides a glimpse into the past, highlighting the efforts of individuals to establish a dining hall and the cultural and academic activities of the time.

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This image depicts a page from the Harvard University Gazette, dated May 27, 1927. The page is open to an article titled "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall," which discusses the efforts of two deans and an athletic director to establish a dining hall at Harvard University. The article is written in black ink on yellowed paper, with some handwritten notes and corrections visible.

The page also includes other articles and announcements, such as a meeting notice for the President and Fellows of Harvard College and a list of appointments made by the university. The overall tone of the page is formal and academic, reflecting the serious and scholarly nature of the university's publications.

The image provides a glimpse into the history of Harvard University and its efforts to establish a dining hall, as well as the university's commitment to academic excellence and community engagement. It is a valuable resource for historians and researchers interested in the history of higher education and the development of universities in the United States.

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The image shows a worn, open book with yellowed pages, displaying newspaper clippings from 1927.

The left page is dated May 25, 1927, and features an article titled "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall" in large black text. The article is from "The Crimson," a Harvard University newspaper, and discusses the proposed establishment of a dining hall for graduate students. The right page is dated June 18, 1927, and contains another article from "The Art News."

The book is bound in dark brown leather or faux leather and has a worn appearance, with visible signs of aging on the pages. A white rectangle is superimposed over the center of the image, partially obscuring the text. The background of the image is a plain gray color.

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The image presents a vintage newspaper clipping from "The Crimson" dated May 25, 1927, featuring an article titled "Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall." The clipping is placed within a dark red binder or scrapbook, accompanied by other newspaper clippings.

Newspaper Clipping Details:

  • Title: Edgell, Chase and Bingham Laud Efforts to Establish Dining Hall
  • Date: May 25, 1927
  • Publication: The Crimson
  • Content: The article discusses the efforts to establish a dining hall, with endorsements from Edgell, Chase, and Bingham.

Binder or Scrapbook:

  • Color: Dark red
  • Contents: Multiple newspaper clippings

Background:

  • Color: Light gray

The overall appearance of the image suggests that it is a historical document or archive, possibly related to Harvard University given the mention of "Harvard University Gazette" on another clipping.