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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 790927

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The image appears to be a page from a scrapbook or a collection of historical newspaper clippings. The page contains several articles and notices related to the opening of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University on June 20, 1927. The articles are written in a vintage newspaper style, with the main focus on the dedication of the new museum and the works of art that have been loaned for the opening.

Some of the articles include:

  1. "Harvard University" - A detailed account of the dedication ceremony, including the key speakers, the music played, and the works of art that were featured.
  2. "Works of Art Lent for Fogg Museum Opening" - A list of the valuable manuscripts, paintings, and other artworks that have been loaned for the opening.
  3. "Harvard Opens $2,000,000 New Fogg Art Museum" - A summary of the opening ceremony and the significance of the new museum.
  4. "Museum News" - An article about a course in museum work that will be given at Harvard this summer by Sachs.

The page also includes a notice from the Torrington Register about the opening of the museum and a clipping from the New York Daily Mirror about the donation of a painting by Vermeer. The overall style and content of the page suggest that it is a historical record of the event, compiled by someone interested in the opening of the Fogg Art Museum.

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This image is a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, dated June 25, 1927, from "The Cambridge Tribune." The page is dedicated to articles and announcements about the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The main headline reads "Harvard University," and the subheadings include:

  1. "Princeton University Sends Congratulations" - Princeton University congratulates Harvard on the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum.
  2. "Dedicate New Fogg Art Museum Monday" - The dedication ceremony for the new Fogg Art Museum was held on Monday, with various speakers and musical performances.
  3. "Works of Art Lent for Fogg Museum Opening" - A list of valuable artworks lent by J. Pierpont Morgan and Andrew Mellon for the museum's opening.
  4. "Harvard Opens New Fogg Art Museum" - The museum is described as one of the finest in the country, housing treasures from the Morgan collection.
  5. "Course in Museum Work to Be Given at Harvard This Summer by Sachs" - Information about a summer course in museum work offered by Harvard.

The clippings are from various newspapers and sources, including The Cambridge Tribune, The Torrington (Conn.) Register, The New York Daily Mirror, The Ansonia (Conn.) Sentinel, The Springfield Union, and Museum News. The articles highlight the significance of the new Fogg Art Museum, its collection, and the celebrations surrounding its opening.

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This image displays an open, vintage newspaper, specifically The Cambridge Tribune, dated Saturday, June 25, 1927. The newspaper is spread open to show several columns of text, with the central and right-hand pages dominated by news coverage of a major cultural event: the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University.

Key Features and Content:

  • Headline Theme: The dominant theme across multiple articles is the inauguration of Harvard's new Fogg Art Museum. The main headline on the left page reads: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY", followed by "PRINCETON UNIVERSITY SENDS CONGRATULATIONS".

  • Primary Article (Left Page):

    • Describes the formal opening ceremony on June 20, 1927.
    • Highlights the dedication of the new building in the presence of hundreds of guests, including faculty, students, and dignitaries.
    • Mentions that President Lowell received the keys to the building from Mr. Coolidge (likely a donor or architect).
    • Notes President Lowell’s invocation and remarks, emphasizing the university’s commitment to the arts as a “common programme” with poetry and music.
    • Includes an excerpt from a resolution passed by Princeton University congratulating Harvard on the opening.
  • “WORKS OF ART LENT FOR FOGG MUSEUM OPENING” (Left Page, Middle):

    • Lists prominent works of art temporarily displayed at the opening, loaned by collectors:
      • J. Pierpont Morgan and Andrew Mellon.
      • Highlights include a Rembrandt painting, a Dutch artist’s fine painting, Chinese bronzes, French paintings, and works by Degas, Manet, and others.
      • Also mentions loans from Mrs. J. Gardner, Charles S. Hower, and “Mr. J. Montgomery Sears.”
  • Right Page Articles:

    • “Fogg Art Museum Opened At Harvard” (Torrington Register, June 20, 1927): Brief article reiterating the opening and location.
    • “MELLON LENDS PAINTING” (Daily Mirror, June 20, 1927): Notes that J. Pierpont Morgan and Andrew Mellon loaned valuable manuscripts and paintings.
    • “HARVARD OPENS $2,000,000 NEW FOGG ART MUSEUM” (Ansonia Sentinel, June 21, 1927): Describes the $2 million, 60,000 square-foot building. Mentions the old Fogg is still standing for administrative use.
    • “Harvard Opens New Fogg Art Museum” (Springfield Union, June 21, 1927): Calls it “One of Finest in Country; Houses Treasures of Morgan Collection.”
    • “COURSE IN MUSEUM WORK TO BE GIVEN AT HARVARD THIS SUMMER BY SACHS” (Museum-News, June 1, 1927): Announces a summer course taught by Paul J. Sachs on museum philosophy, organization, and administration, beginning July 6.

Physical Condition and Style:

  • The paper is visibly aged, yellowed with some browning along the edges, typical of 1920s newsprint.
  • The typeface is traditional, with multiple columns per page — characteristic of early 20th-century newspapers.
  • The newspaper is open over a dark red or maroon fabric-covered surface, possibly the inside of a book or a portfolio.
  • A faint blue circular mark (possibly a smudge or old sticker residue) is visible on the right-hand page near the center.

Overall Impression:

This newspaper clipping is a historical record celebrating a significant moment in American academic and cultural life — the opening of a major new art museum at Harvard University in 1927. The coverage spans multiple regional papers, emphasizing the importance of the event and the generosity of major collectors like Morgan and Mellon in lending their private treasures to the public for the occasion.

It is not just a newspaper, but a primary historical document capturing the public excitement, institutional pride, and art-world philanthropy of its time.

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The image shows a newspaper page with a headline reading "The Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, June 25, 1927." The main article focuses on Harvard University and the opening of the Fogg Art Museum. It includes a quote from President Lawrence, who expressed satisfaction with the new facilities and hoped for continued cooperation between Harvard and Princeton universities. The article also mentions a dedication ceremony for the new Fogg Art Museum on June 20, 1927, and describes the building's design and architecture. Additionally, there is a smaller article about Princeton University sending congratulations for the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

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The image shows two pages of an old newspaper, which appears to be from the early 20th century. The newspaper is open to two pages, with the left page titled "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and the right page titled "Fogg Art Museum Opened At Harvard." The text is written in a serif font, and the pages have a brownish tint, indicating that the newspaper is old. The newspaper appears to be discussing the opening of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University, with details about the museum's collection and the event's attendees.

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The image depicts a page from a newspaper titled "The Cambridge Tribune", dated Saturday, June 25, 1927. The page is filled with news articles, columns, and advertisements, showcasing a historical snapshot of the time. Here's a detailed description:

Layout and Content:

  1. Headline and Main Article:

    • The most prominent headline at the top reads: "HARVARD UNIVERSITY".
    • Below this, there is a subheading: "PRINCETON UNIVERSITY SENDS CONGRATULATIONS", indicating that Princeton University is congratulating Harvard on the opening of a new art museum.
    • The article discusses the Fogg Art Museum, which is being opened at Harvard University. It mentions that the museum is the result of a joint effort by the Fine Arts Department and the Art Museum, and it highlights the museum's significance for Harvard and the broader academic community.
  2. Other News Articles:

    • To the right of the main article, there is another headline: "Fogg Art Museum Opened At Harvard", which appears to be a continuation or summary of the main article.
    • Below this, there is a section titled "WORKS OF ART LENT FOR VALUABLE MANUSCRIPTS OPENING", which details the artworks and manuscripts on display at the Fogg Art Museum. It lists notable pieces, such as paintings by John Singer Sargent, James McNeill Whistler, and others, as well as manuscripts and artifacts from various cultures and historical periods.
    • Another article titled "HARVARD OPENS $2,000,000 NEW FOGG MUSEUM" provides further details about the museum's opening, its collection, and its significance.
  3. Columns and Sections:

    • The left margin features vertical text, likely part of a column or sidebar, with the word "ANS" visible at the top.
    • The right margin includes additional headlines and articles, such as "TORRINGTON (CONN.) REGISTER" and "MELLON LENDS PAINTING", indicating other news stories from different regions or topics.
  4. Visual Elements:

    • The page is densely packed with text, typical of newspapers from the early 20th century.
    • There are no visible images or photographs on this particular page; it is entirely composed of printed text.
    • The typography is consistent with the era, using serif fonts and clear, structured layouts.

Contextual Clues:

  • The newspaper is from June 25, 1927, placing the event in the interwar period, a time of significant cultural and academic development.
  • The focus on the Fogg Art Museum reflects the growing importance of art institutions in education and public culture during this era.
  • The mention of Princeton University's congratulations underscores the collaborative and competitive nature of academic institutions at the time.

Overall Impression:

The image captures a moment of celebration and academic achievement, highlighting the opening of a major cultural institution at Harvard University. The dense text and structured layout are characteristic of newspapers from the early 20th century, providing a glimpse into the news and interests of the time.

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  • A scrapbook page from a 1920s newspaper, yellowed with age.
  • The header reads The Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, June 25, 1927, with a large headline “HARVARD UNIVERSITY.”
  • The page is filled with several small newspaper clippings pasted on top of each other. They cover Harvard-related news, especially about the Fogg Art Museum.
  • Key topics visible in the clippings include:
    • Princeton University sending congratulations to Harvard.
    • Mellon lending paintings to Harvard and discussion of the new Fogg Art Museum.
    • The opening of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard and related museum work.
    • A course in museum work at Harvard for the summer.
  • The overall look is a collage of black-and-white text clippings, with aged edges, taped into a book or album, and some light staining and wear from age.

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This image is a scanned page from a newspaper or scrapbook featuring several articles about significant events at Harvard University, particularly the opening of the Fogg Art Museum. The central header at the top of the page reads The Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, June 25, 1927. Below this, the main topic is "Harvard University," and the articles focus on the inauguration, dedication, and highlights of the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard.

Key highlights include:

  • A congratulatory note from Princeton University on the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum.
  • Articles on the art collection housed in the museum, enriched by the contributions of J.P. Morgan and Andrew Mellon, among others.
  • Details about the dedication ceremony held for the museum, mentioning key speakers and patrons.
  • A description of donated works of art exhibited at the museum, including paintings and sculptures by renowned artists.
  • Notes on the significance of the museum for academic research and the Harvard community.

The columns include clippings and short articles from other newspapers such as New York Daily Mirror, Torrington Register, and others, dated around June 1927. These articles emphasize the cultural and historical value of the museum.

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This image features an old newspaper page titled "The Cambridge Tribune, Saturday, June 25, 1927." The page contains several articles and announcements primarily related to the arts and Harvard University. The main headline reads "Harvard Opens New Fogg Art Museum," followed by a subheader, "Called One of Finest in Country; Houses Treasures of Morgan Collection."

There are articles describing various events, including the opening of the new Fogg Art Museum at Harvard, an exhibition featuring watercolors by Winslow Homer, and a mention of a painting exhibition. There are some advertisements and listings in smaller print, likely related to local events and cultural offerings.

The newspaper page is aged and yellowed, indicating that it is an original or a reproduction of a historic document. Visible on the right edge are what appears to be other pages or parts of the book or archival material in which this newspaper is preserved.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook that contains newspaper clippings from June 1927 about Harvard University's new Fogg Art Museum. The clippings talk about the dedication and opening of the museum, contributions, and items lent for the occasion. The headline reads "HARVARD UNIVERSITY" and includes articles from various newspapers such as The Cambridge Tribune, NC Daily Mirror, Torrington Register, Ansonia Sentinel, and Springfield Union, all dated around June 25, 1927.

One article discusses the dedication of the museum, noting attendees and speeches made by various university officials. Other articles highlight valuable manuscripts and paintings lent by J. Pierpont Morgan and Andrew W. Mellon. There are mentions of the museum's significant architecture and collections, including works by Winslow Homer and other notable artists. Additionally, some articles describe new courses and lectures in museum work to be offered by Harvard, emphasizing the educational prospects tied to the new institution.