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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790922

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper, likely from the early 20th century, judging by the style of the paper and the way the news is presented. The date at the top of the page is Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The page is titled "Dartmouth's Degrees are Given to 357 on Its 158th Graduation Day." It details the graduation ceremony of Dartmouth College, which was its 158th graduation and featured 357 graduates. It mentions that eleven of these degrees were honorary degrees in various fields, and it lists the recipients of these honorary degrees, including individuals from prestigious universities and public figures. The text also mentions that President Hopkins presided over the ceremony, which included a traditional procession with the governor, staff, trustees, and guests.

There is also an advertisement on the right side of the page that reads "Did you remember to send your Advertisement for tomorrow’s Boston Evening Transcript today?" indicating that this is a page from the Boston Evening Transcript newspaper. The page also includes a list of names, likely names of the graduates or other individuals mentioned in the article. The paper appears to be slightly aged and worn, consistent with its age as a historical document from 1927.

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This image is a page from an old newspaper, dated Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The page is dedicated to the graduation day of Dartmouth College on its 158th graduation. The headline reads "Dartmouth's Degrees Are Given to 357 on Its 158th Graduation Day." It mentions that eleven of these degrees were honorary, and five were advanced degrees. President Hopkins presided over the event, which included a traditional procession with the Governor, staff, trustees, and guests.

The article lists several individuals who received honorary degrees, including Max Mason (LL.D.), George F. Baker (LL.D.), Jules Guerin (Litt.D.), Rev. Samuel C. Bartlett (D.D.), Rev. Donald B. Aldrich (D.D.), Professor Dayton C. Miller (Sc.D.), Otis E. Hovey (Eng.D.), Sydney E. Junkins (M.A.), and Huntley N. Spaulding (M.A.).

On the right side of the page, there is an advertisement asking readers if they remembered to send their advertisement for the next day's Boston Evening Transcript. It provides a phone number and an address for readers to contact.

The bottom of the page mentions "Six Are Honored with Degrees at Princeton," indicating another article about graduation events at Princeton University. The page is aged, with yellowed paper and some wear, indicating its historical nature.

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The image displays an open, aged newspaper, its yellowed and slightly tattered pages suggesting significant age. The newspaper is laid flat, supported by what appears to be a dark red or maroon book cover or binder beneath it.

The visible page is the front page of the Boston Evening Transcript, dated Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The date and newspaper name are clearly printed at the top of the page.

The main headline, prominently displayed in large, bold font, reads: “Dartmouth’s Degrees Are Given to 357 on Its 188th Graduation Day”.

The article details the graduation ceremony at Dartmouth College, noting that 357 degrees were conferred, including 11 honorary degrees across several fields. President Hopkins presided over the traditional procession which included the Governor and Staff, Trustees, and Guests.

A significant portion of the page is dedicated to a list of the Honorary Degrees awarded, categorized by degree type:

  • LL.D. (Doctor of Laws): Max Mason (President, University of Chicago), Professor F. Baker (Chancellor, New York City), Jules Guerin (New York City), Prof. Charles D. Adams (Dartmouth), and Rev. Samuel C. Bartlett (Doshisha University, Kyoto, Japan).
  • Litt.D. (Doctor of Letters): Professor Frank P. Brackett (Claremont, Calif.).
  • Sc.D. (Doctor of Science): Otis E. Hovey (New York City), Sydney E. Junkins (New York City).
  • M.A. (Master of Arts): Huntley N. Spaulding (Governor of New Hampshire).

The article also includes a section labeled “Special to the Transcript”, providing a narrative account of the commencement ceremony in Hanover, N.H., describing the procession led by President Ernest Martin Hopkins and the presentation of the honorary degrees by Professor Frank M. Anderson.

Additional, smaller articles and columns are visible on the page. On the right-hand column, there is a section titled “Did you remember”, reminding readers to send their advertisement for the Wednesday’s edition, and another section titled “If you forgot” with contact information for the newspaper’s office at 324 Washington St., at Milk St.

The overall composition shows a historic newspaper page, preserved and opened to showcase its coverage of the 1927 Dartmouth graduation. The paper’s physical condition adds to its historical character.

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This is a photograph of an open book, likely a newspaper, displaying the pages from June 21, 1927. The left side of the page features an article titled "Dartmouth's Degrees Are Given to 357 on Its 158th Graduation Day." The article highlights the graduation ceremony of Dartmouth College, mentioning that 357 degrees were awarded on the 158th anniversary of the institution. The right side of the page contains a section titled "Did you remember If you forgot," which appears to be an advertisement or a reminder for readers to place their advertisements in the newspaper.

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The image shows a newspaper page with a heading that reads "Dartmouth's Degrees Are Given to 357 on Its 158th Graduation Day." The page has a lot of text, which is divided into different sections, such as "Honorary Degrees," "President Hopkins Presides," and "Traditional Procession Includes the Governor, Staff, Trustees and Guests." The page also has a list of names and degrees awarded to individuals, such as "Max Mason, president, University of Chicago," "George F. Baker, Jr., financier, New York city," and "Jales Guerin, D. Adams, Dartmouth." The page has a date of June 21, 1927, and is from the "Dartmouth College Transcript."

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The image depicts an open page from a newspaper dated Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The page features a mix of news articles and advertisements, showcasing a historical snapshot of the era. Here is a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Headline Section:

    • The top of the page prominently displays the date: "TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 1927".
    • A large, bold headline reads: "And Out 1927", which appears to be part of a larger title or series.
  2. Main Articles:

    • Left Column:

      • The left column contains several articles, including:
        • "SERVES": Likely an article about someone receiving a significant honor or award.
        • "DEGREES GIVEN": This section discusses academic achievements, possibly related to a graduation or academic ceremony.
        • "MUSICAL": Mentions a musical performance or event, with details about a performance at the Boston Symphony Hall.
        • "WALKS IT BOSTON": Possibly a travel or local news article about a walking event or tour in Boston.
    • Center Column:

      • The central column features a detailed article titled: "DARTMOUTH'S DEGREES ARE GIVEN TO 357 ON ITS 168TH GRADUATION DAY".
      • This article highlights a significant academic event at Dartmouth College, noting that 357 degrees were awarded during the 168th graduation ceremony.
      • Subheadings within this article include:
        • "Eleven of These Are Honorary, in Several Fields—Five Advanced": Indicates that among the degrees, eleven were honorary, spanning various fields, with five recipients advancing in their studies.
        • "PRESIDENT HOPKINS PRESIDES": Mentions that President Hopkins of Dartmouth officiated the ceremony.
        • "TRADITIONAL PROCESSION INCLUDES GOVERNOR AND STAFF, TRUSTEES AND GUESTS": Describes the ceremonial procession, which included the governor, college staff, trustees, and guests.
        • "HONORARY DEGREES": Lists individuals who received honorary degrees, including notable figures such as:
          • Max Mason, President of the University of Chicago.
          • George F. Baker, Financier, New York City.
          • Lawrence Professor of the Greek Language and Literature, University of Kyoto, Japan.
          • Rev. Samuel C. Bartlett, D.D., Professor, New York City.
          • Rev. Donald B. Aldrich, Church of the Ascension, New York City.
          • Prof. Sc. D.C. Miller, Case School of Applied Sciences, Cleveland, Ohio.
          • Professor Frank P. Brackett, Claremont, Calif.
          • Otis E. Hovey, Eng. D., New York City.
          • Sydney E. Munks, New York City.
          • Hunley N. Spaulding, Governor of New Hampshire.
    • Right Column:

      • The right column contains additional articles and advertisements:
        • "Did you remember?": An advertisement encouraging readers to send in advertisements for the next day's issue.
        • "If you forgot": Another advertisement promoting a telephone service, with contact details provided.
        • "SIX ARE HONORED WITH DEGREES AT PRINCETON": Likely a continuation of the academic theme, mentioning honorary degrees awarded at Princeton University.
  3. Visual Elements:

    • The text is typeset in a classic newspaper style, with columns of dense text and clear headings.
    • The page shows signs of age, with slight discoloration and wear, suggesting it is a historical document.
    • The layout includes a mix of news stories, academic announcements, and advertisements, typical of early 20th-century newspapers.

Contextual Insights:

  • The article about Dartmouth's graduation highlights the importance of academic ceremonies and the recognition of notable individuals through honorary degrees.
  • The inclusion of advertisements indicates the commercial nature of newspapers at the time, which often combined news with promotional content.
  • The mention of specific individuals and institutions (e.g., Dartmouth, Princeton, University of Chicago) provides insight into the cultural and educational landscape of 1927.

Overall, the image captures a moment in history, showcasing both the educational achievements of the time and the structure of newspapers in the early 20th century.

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This image shows a page from a newspaper dated Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The page contains several columns of text focused on Dartmouth College's 158th graduation day. The main headline in the center column reads "Dartmouth's Degrees Are Given to 357 on its 158th Graduation Day," detailing graduates, honorary degrees, and descriptions of the traditional procession including the governor, staff, trustees, and guests.

There is a list of honorary degree recipients, including their names, locations, and titles (such as LL.D., Litt.D., D.D., Sc.D.). The names of several degree recipients from various fields like agriculture, literature, and applied science are enumerated.

The column on the right side has an advertisement asking, "Did you remember your advertisement for tomorrow's EVENING ADs today?" providing phone numbers and addresses for contact.

The left column appears to be about commencement notices and mentions other details related to graduation and university news, although only part of this column is legible or visible.

Overall, the page is yellowed with age and shows wear, such as creases and slight tears at the edges, characteristic of an old newspaper clipping preserved in a book or collection.

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This is a scanned image of a newspaper from Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The article appears to detail Dartmouth College's 158th graduation ceremony, where 357 degrees were awarded, including 11 honorary degrees and five advanced degrees. The headline reads, "Dartmouth's Degrees Are Given To 357 On Its 158th Graduation Day." It mentions President Hopkins presiding over the ceremony and the traditional procession, which included the governor, trustees, and guests.

The article also lists the honorary degree recipients and notable guests. In the right column, there is a small advertisement reminding readers about placing advertisements for Boston’s "Evening Transcript." The newspaper layout contains small, dense text, a common style of the time, with narrow columns and serif fonts. On the bottom right corner, there is a small section titled "Six Are Honored With Degrees at Princeton." This scanned image is yellowed, showing its age, and bound along the left side.

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  • The image shows a yellowed newspaper page from Tuesday, June 21, 1927, folded into a book or scrapbook.
  • The main headline in the center column reads: “DARTMOUTH’S DEGREES ARE GIVEN TO 357 ON ITS 158TH GRADUATION DAY,” with subheads noting honorary degrees, the president presiding, and a procession including governors and trustees.
  • The page is filled with dense, small-print text listing graduates and other details, arranged in multiple columns.
  • The left column has another heading referring to degrees or ceremonies, with many names listed.
  • The right column contains an advertisement block starting with “Did you remember” and continuing with a prompt about sending an advertisement, including a telephone and office details.
  • The page appears to be part of a historic scrapbook or bound periodical, with worn edges and a brownish binding visible along the sides.

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The image shows an old newspaper page dated Tuesday, June 21, 1927. The page exhibits the typical layout and typography of early 20th-century newspapers, with several columns of text and headlines. The paper seems to be slightly yellowed and worn, indicating age.

One of the main headlines reads "DARTMOUTH'S DEGREES ARE GIVEN TO 357 ON ITS 158TH GRADUATION DAY," which is followed by a subheading that states "Eleven of These Are Honorary, in Several Fields—Five Advanced." Just below this headline, there's another stating "PRESIDENT HOPKINS PRESIDES," and below it is noted that the "Traditional Procession Includes the Governor and Staff, Trustees and Guests."

Other sections include lists under the heading "HONORARY DEGREES" with names and descriptions of recipients below, such as "Litt. D." and "D.D.," which likely stand for Doctor of Letters and Doctor of Divinity, respectively. The content on the page primarily includes detailed accounts and reports related to the Dartmouth College graduation event, featuring several names and honorary titles.

On the rightmost column, a small advertisement reads "Did you remember to send your Advertisement for tomorrow's EVENING DISPATCH before you left your office?" followed by a reminder "If you forgot telephone LIBerty 8500 NOW! Office closes at 6:30 tonight."

The edges and corners of the newspaper show signs of wear and tear, visible creases, and fraying, consistent with the paper's antiquity.