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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

ARCH.2003.1, Rendition: 791037

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The image shows a page from a publication, likely a magazine or newspaper, featuring a poem titled "A Dream." The poem is presented on the right side of the page, while the left side contains other text, possibly an advertisement or article, which is partially visible.

The poem "A Dream" is attributed to the month of September and appears to be a narrative piece. It describes a child's experience of reading a magical book and being captivated by its content. The poem begins with a description of a wandering star and the beauty of the world, which seems to enchant the young reader. The child is so engrossed in the book that he continues reading even after his lamp goes out, eventually drifting into a deep sleep. The poem concludes with the child entering a dreamland filled with aqueous worlds and distant skies.

The layout of the page includes a header at the top that reads "Fine Arts," indicating the section of the publication. The page number "42" is visible at the top right corner. The text on the left side of the page is not fully legible but seems to list various events or exhibitions, possibly related to fine arts.

Overall, the image captures a moment of literary appreciation and the magical experience of reading, as depicted in the poem.

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The image shows a page from an old newspaper or magazine, specifically the "Boston Evening" section titled "Fine Arts," dated September. The main content of the page is a poem titled "A Dream."

The poem begins by describing beauty and flowers that adorn the world, with a focus on a wandering star. It then likens the star to a poet's theme, describing it as a new-born sun, a distant stellar gleam, a mysterious light, and a brilliant but fading celestial object. The poet captures the transient and ethereal nature of the star, contrasting it with earthly pleasures and the mundane.

The poem then follows the journey of a reader who, upon death, continues to relive the thrill of the melody and the star. The reader's soul lingers in a dreamy, peaceful state, surrounded by a subtle, aqueous world amidst distant skies.

The poem is set in a traditional, somewhat archaic style, with repetitive phrases and a lyrical, reflective tone. The page also includes various advertisements and listings for art exhibitions and events, indicating it was part of a cultural or arts section of the newspaper.

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The image appears to be a page from a newspaper or an old magazine featuring a poem titled "A Dream" by an unidentified author, dated to September.

The poem begins with an evocative description of natural beauty and celestial wonders:

Yet all the beauty, all the flowers
That list our love, and deck our bowers,
Adorn yon world afar, afar
The wandering star.

The poet then enumerates a series of images and sensations:

  • A newborn sun as time moves on.
  • A distant, glowing stellar light.
  • A mysterious, swift light illuminating the night.
  • A passing celestial body, sweetly strange.
  • A shining star that briefly illuminates the sky before fading.

The poem reflects on the transient nature of earthly pleasures, contrasting them with the enduring allure of celestial beauty:

Oh! nothing earthly save the thrill
Of melody in woodland rill,
Oh! nothing of this dross of ours,
Yet all the beauty, all the flowers...
Adorn yon world afar, afar
The wandering star.

Later, it describes the emotional state of a reader who is lost in reading, his thoughts babbling with the song from the poem:

The little reader, when his lamp was dead,
With pain relinquishing the magic book,
Upon the pillow laid his throbbing head,
But still, but still
The song went ever babbling like a brook.

The poem concludes with the reader drifting off to sleep, guided by the enchantment of the wandering star imagery:

E'en as he drifts o'er drowsiness's bar,
There lingers in his look
"Yon world afar, afar
The wandering star."

Sleep comes at last by stealthy stages - sleep!
And wafts him into dreamland's pearly deep.
And then, O marvel! round about him lies
A subtle aqueous world, mid distant skies.

The page also includes various advertisements and notices from the newspaper, including announcements about the opening hours of various art galleries and events, such as lectures and concerts. The advertisement section is partially visible at the bottom left corner.

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The image depicts an open book, with the left page featuring a newspaper clipping and the right page containing a poem titled "A Dream" dated September.

Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Newspaper Clipping (Left Page)

The newspaper clipping, from the Boston Evening Transcript, includes various announcements and advertisements related to arts and events:

  • Music and Arts: Mentions concerts, recitals, and exhibitions. Specific references include:
    • Boston Symphony and other music events.
    • Exhibitions at the Copley Society, the St. Botolph Club, and the Boston Art Club.
    • Various art shows featuring works by artists such as D. H. Farlow, Frank B. Folsom, and W. H. Bradford.
  • Theaters and Performances: Mentions plays and performances at different theaters, such as the Castle Square Theatre and the Park Theatre.
  • Miscellaneous: Includes an astrology section with a star chart for Libra and an article possibly about personal advertisements or public announcements.

Poem (Right Page)

The poem "A Dream" is about the fleeting beauty of nature and the longing for something beyond the terrestrial. Themes include the ephemeral nature of life, the comfort found in dreams, and the yearning for distant, perhaps unattainable, beauty.

  • Stanza 1: The poet laments the transient beauty of flowers that once adorned a loved one's world, comparing it to a wandering star.
  • Stanza 2: Describes the poet's theme as a newly born sun that brings light and mystery, shining brightly before fading from sight.
  • Stanza 3: The little reader, after extinguishing his lamp, repeatedly recites a line of poetry about the thrill of woodland melody, eventually falling asleep.
  • Stanza 4: As sleep overcomes the reader, images of distant worlds and wandering stars linger, leading him into a peaceful slumber filled with subtle and ethereal dreams.

Visual Description

  • The book appears old, with slightly yellowed and worn pages.
  • The newspaper clipping is glued to the left page, showing signs of age, with some text partially obscured.
  • The right page is cleaner, with the poem clearly printed and titled "A Dream [September]". The page number "42" is visible at the top.

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The image shows a page from the "Boston Evening Transcript," dated September 1st. The page contains a mixture of news and a poem titled "A Dream."

Left Side: News and Events

The left column appears to list various cultural events and exhibitions happening around Boston. Here are some of the events mentioned:

  1. Arts Section:

    • Museum of Fine Arts has exhibitions open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sundays from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free on Saturdays.
    • Boston Society of Independent Artists offers an exhibition from September 19 to October 5 at Copley Plaza.
    • The Copley Society presents a watercolor exhibition by various artists, including "Summer Show" from September 23 to October 17.
    • Boston Art Club will display paintings by Charles H. Davis and George Noyes from October 2 to 21.
    • Grace Horne Galleries will exhibit paintings by Carl Cederstrom from September 24 to October 10.
    • Bostonian Society has an exhibit of old prints and photographs related to Boston.
  2. Theater and Movies:

    • Shubert Theatre is showing "The Beaux' Stratagem."
    • Various other theaters and shows are mentioned, including movies at the Exeter Street Theatre and performances at the Majestic.
  3. Map:

    • There is a small map indicating a location near Boylston Street in Boston.

Right Side: Poem "A Dream"

The right column features a poem titled "A Dream," which appears to be written by an anonymous author or contributor.

Summary of the Poem:

The poem describes a beautiful, dreamlike vision of nature and the cosmos. The poet laments the transient beauty of flowers and the world, expressing a wish to adorn a distant, wandering star.

Key themes:

  • The poet is enchanted by the beauty of flowers and the world.
  • There is a mystical, shining star that passes by and eventually fades from sight.
  • The poet feels an overwhelming sense of melancholy and joy, capturing the essence of this fleeting beauty.

The poem continues with the narrator going to bed and drifting into a dream. In the dream, the narrator enters a magical, aqueous world filled with distant skies.

Bottom Section: Other Information

At the bottom of the page, there is additional information related to educational courses and instructors:

  • Division of University Extension lists courses in fine arts, with Charles H. Howe as the director.
  • Drawing and Design Instructor: Miss Elizabeth Stuart.
  • Mechanical Engineering Instructor: Louis J. Rourke.
  • Physics Instructor: Ambrose Swasey.

The page also includes a small section with the name "Therese R," possibly a contributor or editor.

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically a section titled "A Dream" dated September. The page contains a poetic excerpt about a wandering star and a child's dream. Here's a detailed summary:

The poem starts with the lines:
"Yet all the beauty, all the flowers
That list our love, and deck our bowers,
Adorn yon world afar, afar
The wandering star."

The poet describes the star as:
"A sun new-born, as time rolled to and fro,
A distant stellular gleam,
A glow,
A blinding light,
Mystery swift, illumining our night,
A sweet sidereal stranger passing by,
Shining a while, incomparably bright,
The wonder of the sky,
Then fading from terrestrial sight."

The poem continues with:
"Oh! nothing earthly save the thrill
Of melody in woodland rill.
Oh! nothing of this dross of ours,
Yet all the beauty, all the flowers ...
Adorn yon world afar, afar
The wandering star."

It then describes a little reader who, after his lamp was extinguished, laid his head on the pillow but kept babbling:
"The song went ever babbling like a brook:
'Oh! nothing earthly save the thrill
Of melody in woodland rill.'"

The poem goes on to describe the child drifting off to sleep:
"E’en as he drifts o’er drowsiness’s bar,
There lingers in his look
'Yon world afar, afar
The wandering star.'"

Finally, the child falls asleep and enters a dream:
"Sleep comes at last by stealthy stages—sleep!
And wafts him into dreamland’s pearly deep.
And then, O marvel! round about him lies
A subtle aqueous world, mid distant skies."

The page also includes a small section of an advertisement for "The Fine Arts" exhibition, listing various artworks and exhibitions available at the time, along with their opening days and hours. Additionally, there is a small portion of another column visible at the bottom of the page, which includes a brief mention of an event or announcement on October 13, and some names and titles related to a concert.

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The image appears to be an open book or a scan of two pages from a publication, possibly an old newspaper, book, or journal, with the left page partly visible and the right page fully in view.

On the left page, which is only partially seen, the text seems to be about Fine Arts events, as indicated by the partially visible heading “Fine Arts.” Below this are some texts and dates, and references to "Exhibition" and "Admission Free," suggesting a listing of art-related events or exhibits. There is a side column with some text and a tiny image of stars and a logo with the word “EAST.”

On the right page, a poem titled "A Dream" is printed, and part of the date “[September” is visible, suggesting this page is from a September issue. The poem is structured in verses, separated by indents and spaces, talking about themes such as beauty, love, the thrill of melody, the wonders of the sky, dreamlands, and a wandering star. It reads in a reflective and perhaps nostalgic tone.

The physical condition of the pages indicates some wear and ageing, with discolored edges and crease marks suggesting a somewhat delicate state.

Below the poem, there is textual content that seems to refer to a list of names, titles, or positions, and events, likely offering further details about the publication or the organizing body of the events mentioned on the left page.

The pages are off-white to light tan with varying intensities of discoloration, particularly around the edges, denoting the paper's age. Lines and spots, indicative of creases, stains or folds and the aging process of the paper, are visible.

Overall, the image has a vintage quality to it, resonating with history and a sense of the past captured in printed form.

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The image shows an open book with a page labeled "42" from a poem titled "A Dream," credited to "September" on the top right. The poem is centered on the page and discusses themes of beauty, celestial imagery, and the journey into sleep and dreams. The text describes the imagery of a sun and stars and the soothing escape from earthly troubles.

Adjacent to the book page, partially visible, there is an old newspaper clipping. The clipping's main visible headline is "Fine Arts," with details about exhibitions and events, including the Boston Evening Transcript and mentioned galleries.

The book page looks aged, and it appears to be part of a collection or scrapbook possibly preserving historical documents or literary pieces. The newspaper clipping on the left side appears to have been pasted or positioned next to the book page, indicating perhaps historical or thematic connection in curation.

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The image shows an open book displaying a poem titled "A Dream." The poem's text is centered on the right-hand page, which is numbered 42 at the top. The poem is structured into several stanzas and discusses themes of beauty, the wandering star, a poet's theme, a little reader, and sleep leading to dreamland.

On the left side underneath the book, there is a glimpse of an old newspaper with text about fine arts events and exhibitions, visible only partially because the book covers most of it. The newspaper appears to be aged, with yellowed and slightly torn edges. The right page of the book appears clean and intact, with clear printed text. The overall scene suggests a vintage or archival setting.

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The image depicts an open book, showcasing two pages with text and some graphical elements. Here is a detailed description:

Left Page:

  • Header: The top of the page features a header that reads "STON EVENING" in large, bold letters, indicating the name of the publication or newspaper.
  • Sidebar Content: On the left side of the page, there is a vertical column of text and graphical elements. This column appears to contain various announcements, advertisements, or listings, possibly related to local events, exhibitions, or cultural activities. The text is dense and formatted in a newspaper-like style.
  • Graphical Elements: Below the main text, there are several small, stylized illustrations:
    • A cluster of stars or celestial symbols, possibly representing constellations or astronomical imagery.
    • The word "SENSES" is written in a decorative, stylized font near the bottom left.
    • The word "STAR" is prominently displayed in large, bold letters near the bottom center.
    • Additional smaller text and symbols are present, such as "JOURNAL" and "SOURCES," suggesting a thematic or editorial focus on astronomy, stars, or celestial themes.

Right Page:

  • Title and Date: At the top of the right page, the title of the poem or article is "A Dream," and the date is indicated as "[September]" in brackets, suggesting it was published in September.
  • Poem Text: The majority of the right page is occupied by a poem titled "A Dream." The poem is written in a formal, lyrical style and explores themes of beauty, nature, celestial imagery, and the human experience of sleep and dreams. Key lines include:
    • "Yet all the beauty, all the flowers / That list our love, and deck our bowers, / Adorn yon world afar, afar / The wandering star."
    • "Such was the poet's theme: / A sun new-born, as time rolled to and fro— / A distant stellar gleam, / A glow, / A blinding light, / Mysterious, swift, illuminating our night— / A sweet sidereal stranger, passing by, / Shining a while, incomparably bright, / The wonder of the sky, / Then fading from terrestrial sight."
    • The poem continues with reflections on earthly beauty, the allure of celestial phenomena, and the transition into sleep and dreams.
  • Poetic Structure: The poem is written in a structured format, with lines that flow rhythmically and thematically, creating a contemplative and evocative tone.

Overall Impression:

The image portrays a page from a publication, likely a literary or cultural journal, combining poetic content with visual elements that reinforce the theme of celestial imagery and the dreamlike quality of the text. The left page's sidebar and graphical elements suggest a focus on astronomy or celestial themes, while the right page presents a poetic piece that explores similar motifs. The overall aesthetic is classic and literary, with a strong emphasis on nature, beauty, and the human experience of imagination and sleep.