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This image shows a page from an old publication, likely a directory or a catalog, featuring advertisements and information related to Harvard University and its surrounding areas. The page is divided into sections, each containing different advertisements.
Top Left Section: This part features a small illustration of a doorway, labeled "209," with the text "CALL ON BARTA" below it. It appears to be an advertisement for "The Barta Press," which offers services such as plans, copy, design, engraving, and printing. The address provided is "209 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, Mass."
Bottom Left Section: This section advertises the "Harvard Alumni Appointment Office" located in Wadsworth House, Cambridge, Mass. It describes the office as a clearing house between employers and Harvard alumni available for permanent business and technical positions. It encourages readers to contact the office for job opportunities, specifying that manufacturing and mercantile jobs are especially desired. The information is kept confidential if the applicant requests it.
Bottom Right Section: This part promotes "The Notman Studio," identified as photographers to Harvard University since 1914. The address is given as "1286 Massachusetts Avenue," with telephone numbers listed as "Univ. 3273" and "Univ. 10270."
Bottom Center Section: It lists "F. R. Skinner Catering of Quality" with a phone number provided as "Univ. 4179."
The overall design of the page is formal and professional, typical of advertisements from the early 20th century. The text and layout are clear and easy to read, with a focus on providing contact information and services related to Harvard University and its community.
This image depicts an open book with a page containing several advertisements. The page is from a publication related to Harvard University, as indicated by the text on the left-hand side of the open book. Here's a detailed description of the content on the right-hand page:
Top Section: The Barta Press Advertisement
Middle Section: Harvard Alumni Appointment Office Advertisement
Bottom Right Section: The Notman Studio and F. R. Skinner Advertisements
The left-hand page appears to contain text related to Harvard scholars and lectures, but it is partially obscured and not fully visible. The book itself has a brown cover and shows signs of age, with some wear and tear on the edges.
This image displays a single, aged page from what appears to be a Harvard University yearbook or alumni publication, open in a book with a dark red or maroon cloth binding. The page is yellowed with time and shows signs of wear, including a noticeable brownish stain or discoloration along the right-hand margin and the top edge.
The page is divided into several distinct advertisements, arranged in a grid-like layout.
Top Advertisement: The Barta Press
Bottom Left Advertisement: Harvard Alumni Appointment Office
Bottom Middle Advertisement: The Nutman Studio
Bottom Right Advertisement: F. R. Skinner
The overall design of the page is typical of early 20th-century print advertisements, utilizing simple typography, clear borders for each ad, and minimal graphics. The presence of the "Harvard Alumni Appointment Office" strongly suggests this is an alumni-focused publication. The style of the ads, particularly the use of "Univ." for the telephone numbers (a common convention for University exchanges in that era), and the founding dates mentioned, point to the 1920s or 1930s as the likely publication date.
The image shows an open book with two pages. The left page has a text titled "Harvard Alumni Appointment Office" and an address. The right page has a black-and-white image of a building, the words "The Barta Press," and an address. There are also other texts and numbers on the right page. The book appears to be old, and the pages are yellowed.
The image shows an open book with two pages. On the left page, there is text written in black ink. The text is blurry and difficult to read. On the right page, there are three advertisements. The first advertisement is for "The Barta Press" and features a black-and-white illustration of a building. The second advertisement is for "Harvard Alumni Appointment Office" and provides information about job opportunities for Harvard alumni. The third advertisement is for "F. R. Skinner Catering of Quality" and includes a phone number for inquiries. The book appears to be old and worn, with some pages showing signs of discoloration and wear.
The image depicts an open book, likely a directory or catalog, featuring several advertisements and informational sections. The book appears to be from an earlier era, possibly the early 20th century, judging by the style of typography and layout.
"We place at your service trained advertising executives who know how to get the facts and use them in the planning and preparation of advertising literature."
The book appears to be a directory or catalog, possibly from a university or professional organization, given the references to Harvard University, alumni services, and local businesses. The advertisements suggest a focus on professional services, employment opportunities, and local enterprises in the Cambridge, Massachusetts, area. The handwritten notes on the left margin indicate that the book was used and annotated by someone, likely for personal or professional reference.
The design and layout reflect early 20th-century printing styles, with clear, formal typography and structured advertisements.
The image shows a page from an old scrapbook or book opened to a cluster of vintage advertisements. The page has aged, yellowed margins and contains several small black‑and‑white ads arranged in boxes:
The page is framed by the book’s binding and shows a vintage Cambridge/Havard-era feel, likely from the early 20th century.
The image shows an old book or directory page featuring four distinct advertisements:
The top-left advertisement is for "THE BARTA PRESS," located at 209 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, Mass. It includes an illustration of a doorway with the number "209" above the door. The ad states, "We place at your service trained advertising executives who know how to get the facts and use them in the planning and preparation of advertising literature." It urges readers to "CALL ON BARTA."
The bottom-left advertisement is for the "HARVARD ALUMNI APPOINTMENT OFFICE" at Wadsworth House, Cambridge, Mass. It explains the office's role as a free clearinghouse that connects employers and Harvard men for permanent business and technical jobs. It encourages readers to contact the office if they have openings or seek opportunities and notes that information will be kept confidential if desired.
The middle-right advertisement is for "The Nutman Studio" located at 1286 Massachusetts Avenue. It mentions they are "Photographers to Harvard University Since 1914," and includes telephone contact numbers: Univ. 3273 and Univ. 10270.
The bottom-right advertisement is for "F. R. SKINNER" offering "CATERING OF QUALITY," with the phone number Univ. 4179.
The overall style and typography suggest the page is from an early 20th-century publication. The page has yellowed edges indicative of age.
This image shows a page from an old book or publication containing several advertisements. Here's a description of the notable elements on the page:
Top Advertisement (The Barta Press):
Bottom Left Advertisement (Harvard Alumni Appointment Office):
Middle Right Advertisement (The Notman Studio):
Bottom Right Advertisement (F.R. Skinner):
The page has noticeable aging, with discoloration and slightly worn edges, suggesting it is from an archival or historical publication.
This is an image of an open book or booklet showing a page with various advertisements. The page appears to be aged with some discoloration, indicating it might be from an older publication. On the left side, there is an ad for "The Barta Press," featuring a small illustration of a building façade with the number 209 and text that reads "CALL ON BARTA." Below this illustration, text describes the services offered by The Barta Press, located on Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge, Mass.
Directly below, there's an advertisement for the "HARVARD ALUMNI APPOINTMENT OFFICE" at Wadsworth House, Cambridge, Mass., and it provides information about the services offered for job placement and hiring of Harvard men for business and technical positions.
On the right side of the page, there's an advertisement for "The Notman Studio," also located on Massachusetts Avenue, boasting their status as photographers to Harvard University since 1914, and providing two telephone numbers. Below that, there is another advertisement for "F. R. SKINNER CATERING OF QUALITY" with a phone number provided.
The whole presentation is very indicative of early to mid-20th century advertising style in terms of typography and layout. Each advertisement is enclosed in a simple border, enhancing readability and creating a neat, organized look on the page.