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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a page from a newspaper or magazine, specifically from the "Harvard Crimson," dated October 24, 1927. The page is divided into several sections with different headlines and articles. Here's a breakdown of the content:

  1. The Student Vagabond:

    • This section lists a schedule of lectures for the day and the following day. The lectures cover various topics such as "China: First Treaties," "The English Cabinet," "Schliemann's Excavations," "Conquest of Peru," and more. Professors from Harvard are listed, indicating the speakers and their respective locations.
  2. In the Graduate Schools:

    • This section discusses the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture. It mentions that the school has seen a 56 percent increase in enrollment, with the number of students rising to 58. The article highlights the expansion of the school and the addition of new instructors. It also mentions lectures on "The History of Design" and "The Appreciation of Painting and Sculpture."
  3. Boston Museum to Give Courses in Fine Arts:

    • This article announces that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts is offering courses in fine arts, with many opportunities for informal study available throughout the year. It details lectures on topics such as "Persian and Mughal Painting," "Animals in Art," "The City and the State," and more.
  4. Italian Sculpture:

    • This section is a notice for a lecture by Professor Maclagan on Italian sculpture, scheduled for the following night at the Fogg Art Museum.
  5. Plan Norton Memorial:

    • This article discusses the plans for a memorial event to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of fine arts at Harvard. It mentions an exhibit of works by Norton and plans for a two-day autumn field trip to study landscape architecture in the Berkshires.

The page appears to be from an older publication, as indicated by the yellowing of the paper and the style of the text. It offers a glimpse into the academic and cultural life of Harvard in the 1920s.

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The image shows an open book or notebook with multiple newspaper clippings pasted inside. The clippings are from the "Crimson" newspaper and are dated from October 1927. Here is a detailed description of each clipping:

  1. Left Column (Oct. 24, 1927):

    • Title: "The Student Vagabond"
    • Content: Lists various lectures scheduled for the day, including topics like "China: First Treaties," "The English Cabinet," "Schliemann's Excavations at Mycenae, Tiryns and Troy," and others. The lectures are scheduled at different times and locations, such as Harvard 6, Widener N, and Emerson D.
  2. Middle Column (Oct. 11, 1927):

    • Title: "In the Graduate Schools"
    • Subtitle: "LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SEEK EDUCATION HERE"
    • Content: Discusses the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture at Harvard, noting a 56 percent increase in enrollment. It mentions the school's history, current enrollment, and the addition of new instructors. It also talks about the school's unique position as the only genuine graduate institution of Landscape Architecture in the country.
  3. Right Column (Oct. 29, 1927):

    • Title: "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS"
    • Content: Announces a series of winter lectures at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, covering topics like "The History of Design," "The Appreciation of Painting and Sculpture," and various aspects of ancient and classical art. It also mentions the museum's extensive collections and the availability of free guidance to the galleries.
  4. Bottom Left (Orange Clipping):

    • Title: "ITALIAN SCULPTURE"
    • Content: Announces the first lecture in a course on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric Maclagan at the Fogg Art Museum. The lecture is scheduled for Wednesday evening, Nov. 2, at eight o'clock. It also mentions a two-day autumn field trip to study landscape architecture in the Berkshires.
  5. Bottom Right (Orange Clipping):

    • Title: "PLAN NORTON MEMORIAL"
    • Content: Discusses plans to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of fine arts in the United States. It mentions an exhibit of his letters and works, to be held in the treasures room of the Widener Library, and a survey of the school's land at Cedar Hill, Waltham.

The pages appear to be part of a scrapbook or notebook, with the clippings carefully cut out and pasted in. The text is in black ink on off-white paper, and the clippings are slightly yellowed, indicating their age. The book itself has a maroon cover.

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This image displays an open, aged scrapbook with yellowed pages and a reddish-brown cloth binding. The visible page is a newspaper clipping dated October 28, 1927, from The Crimson, the student newspaper of Harvard University.

The clipping is a multi-column layout featuring several articles, likely from the student newspaper's "Crimson" section. Key articles include:

  • "The Student Vagabond" (Left Column): A schedule of lectures for "Today" and "Tomorrow," listing topics such as "China: First Treaties," "The English Cabinet," "Italian Opera," and "The City and the State," with professors' names and locations at Harvard.
  • "In the Graduate Schools" (Center Column): Headlined "LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SEEK EDUCATION HERE." This article announces a 56 percent increase in enrollment at the University Graduate School of Landscape Architecture, citing the institution's reorganization and expansion into the Old Fogg Museum. It includes a quote from Professor J. S. Pray, who notes the school's international appeal and discusses future plans for new courses.
  • "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS" (Right Column): Details a schedule of 30 informal lectures on art history and appreciation offered at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, covering topics like "Persian and Mughal Painting," "Rhythm," and "Greek Coins." It also mentions exhibits and special appointments for the public.
  • "TRANSCRIPT" (Below right article): Announces a "PLAN NORTON MEMORIAL" exhibit for Charles Eliot Norton, the first professor of fine arts at Harvard. It commemorates his 100th birthday with an exhibit of his letters and works in the Widener Library's treasure room.
  • "ITALIAN SCULPTURE" (Bottom Left): A notice for the first lecture in a course on Italian sculpture by Professor Eric MacLagen, marking the dedication of the Charles Eliot Norton chair of poetry.

The paper is heavily creased and shows signs of wear. A handwritten annotation in pencil on the bottom left corner reads "Transcript 7/20/1927." Another small, faded note is visible at the bottom of the page that appears to read "history or invention or bus..." indicating the scrapbook compiler's categorization or comment. The scrapbook is held open with clear plastic clips, suggesting it is being preserved or examined. The overall impression is of a meticulously curated historical record of academic life and cultural events at Harvard in the late 1920s.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The left page features a section titled "In the Graduate Schools," with a subheading "Landscape Architecture Education Here." It lists various lectures and their respective professors, along with their times and dates. The right page has a section titled "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS." It discusses opportunities for informal study at the Museum of Fine Arts, including a schedule of lectures and a course on "The History of Design." The text is in a formal, academic style, with a mix of prose and bullet points.

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The image shows an open book with two pages visible. The book appears to be a publication from the early 20th century, likely a magazine or a journal, given the layout and the style of the text. The pages are aged, with a yellowish tint and some creases, indicating that it has been handled over time.

On the left page, the top section features a title "The Student Vagabond" and a list of lectures or events scheduled for "TODAY" and "TOMORROW." The events include lectures on various topics such as "China: First Treaties," "The English Cabinet," "Italian Attempts Toward Administrative Reform," and others. The lecturers are identified by their titles and affiliations, such as "Professor Hornbeck, Harvard" and "Professor Sly, Sever, Mugar."

Below the list of lectures, there is a section titled "In the Graduate Schools," which mentions "LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE HERE" and provides information about the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture at Harvard. It notes the number of students enrolled, the increase in percentage from the previous year, and the names of new faculty members. The text also mentions a decrease in registration and the growth of another department.

On the right page, the top section features a title "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS" and provides information about the Boston Museum of Fine Arts offering courses in fine arts. It lists the subjects of the lectures, including "Persian and Mughal Painting," "Assyrian Art," "Greek Coins," and "Sumerian Art." The text also mentions the schedule of lectures and the opportunity for informal study.

Below this section, there is another article titled "PLAN NORTON MEMORIALS" which discusses the establishment of memorials in honor of Charles Eliot Norton, a professor of fine arts at Harvard. It mentions the founding of the Norton Memorials and the contributions of various individuals, including Charles W. Eliot and Charles W. Norton.

The bottom section of the right page features a photograph of a person, likely related to the Norton Memorials, with a caption that reads "Hansel of Nov. 1, 1927."

Overall, the image provides a glimpse into the academic and cultural activities of the time, highlighting the importance of education, fine arts, and the commemoration of influential figures.

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The image depicts an open book or publication, likely a catalog or program, featuring several articles or announcements from the early 20th century. Here is a detailed description:

General Layout and Content:

  • The book appears to be a printed document with multiple pages visible, showcasing a structured format typical of academic or institutional publications.
  • The pages are numbered, and the text is organized into distinct sections with headings and subheadings.
  • The content includes announcements, course listings, and descriptions of events or lectures.

Left Page:

  • Title and Date:
    The top of the page is labeled "Crimson" with a date of Oct. 24, 1927.
    The main heading reads:
    "The Student Vagabond"
    This suggests the page is part of a series or column titled "The Student Vagabond," possibly a recurring feature in the publication.

  • Lecture Schedule:
    The page lists a series of lectures scheduled for Today (Oct. 24, 1927), with specific times and topics. Each lecture is attributed to a professor or speaker and includes details such as:

    • 9 O'Clock:
      • "China: First Treaties," Professor Hornbeck, Harvard.
      • "The English Cabinet," Professor Yeomans, Widener N.
      • "Schliemann's Excavations at Mycenae, Troy and Peru," Professor Chase, Ing., Harvard.
    • 10 O'Clock:
      • "Recent Attempts Toward Administrative Reorganization in the American Commonwealth," Professor Sly, Sever 8.
    • 11 O'Clock:
      • "Italian Opera," Professor Hill, Music Hall.
    • 12 O'Clock:
      • "Egyptian Temples," Professor Munro, Spanish Hall.
      • "Spanish History in the Gothic Period," Professor Post, Fogg Museum.
      • "The Qualitative Control of Population," Professor Cram, Harvard.
      • "Kant's Pragmatism," Professor Hocking, Emerson D.
    • 1 O'Clock:
      • "Independence of Argentina 1810–1820," Professor Haring, Sever 7.
    • 2 O'Clock:
      • "Tomorrow Night at the Fogg Museum," Professor Munro, New Lecture Hall.
    • 3 O'Clock:
      • "The City and the State," Professor Munro, Italian Sculpture.
  • Additional Section:
    At the bottom of the page, there is a section titled "ITALIAN SCULPTURE", which announces a lecture by Professor MacIver tomorrow night at the Fogg Museum. It provides details about the lecture, including the topic ("The First Lecture in the Course of Italian Sculpture to be given by Professor Eric MacIver tomorrow night at the Fogg Museum") and the venue.

Center Page:

  • Headline:
    The central page features a prominent headline:
    "In the Graduate Schools"
    This indicates that the content focuses on graduate-level programs or announcements.

  • Main Article:
    The article is titled "Landscape Architects Seek Education Here" and is dated Oct. 24, 1927.
    It discusses the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture at Harvard University, noting:

    • The school has 56 students this year, an increase from the previous year.
    • The school is experiencing growth, with an increase in enrollment of 37%, which is greater than the overall increase in the University.
    • The school is described as a genuine graduate institution and is attracting students from across the country.
    • The article mentions the Old Fogg Museum and its role in the school's activities.
    • It also highlights the University Graduate School and its expansion, noting that the Landscape Architecture school is one of the fastest-growing departments.

Right Page:

  • Title and Date:
    The top of the page is labeled "Crimson" with a date of Oct. 29, 1927.

  • Announcement:
    The main heading reads:
    "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS"
    This announces that the Boston Museum of Fine Arts will offer Winter lectures on various art-related topics throughout the year.

  • Details of Courses:
    The page outlines the opportunities for informal study open to the public, including:

    • A course of 30 lectures on "The History of Design" to be given by Henry Hunt Clark, Director of Design at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts.
    • A series of Sunday afternoons from November 6 to May 30, featuring lectures on topics such as:
      • "Persian and Mughal Painting"
      • "Greek Coins"
      • "Sumarian Art"
      • Comparisons and contrasts in painting and various features of landscape.
    • The museum also offers large collections illustrating the history of exhibit, religion, and design on literature at the museum, with free guidance to the gallery available by appointment.
  • Additional Notes:

    • The page mentions an exhibit of Works of Fine Arts by Plan Norton, a former Harvard professor of fine arts, with an opening date of October 17.
    • There is also a section titled "Transcript" with a date of Oct. 14, 1927, likely referencing a transcript or record of a previous event or lecture.

Visual Elements:

  • The pages have a vintage, aged appearance with slight discoloration and wear, consistent with a document from the 1920s.
  • The text is typeset in a classic serif font, typical of academic or institutional publications of the era.
  • The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings, subheadings, and bullet points for easy readability.

Overall Impression:

The image showcases a snapshot of academic and cultural life in the early 20th century, highlighting the offerings of Harvard University's Graduate School of Landscape Architecture and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. The document serves as a historical record of lectures, courses, and exhibitions available to students and the public during that time.

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  • The image shows an open, aged book or scrapbook page with yellowed, frayed edges and a metal ring binding on the left.
  • The page is a collage of clipped newspaper text, with three main columns of typewritten-style text.
  • The central column is headed “In the Graduate Schools” with a subheading “LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS SEEK EDUCATION HERE.” It looks like a university or newspaper clipping, dated 1927 (Crimson, Oct 28, 1927 is visible in the margins).
  • To the left, a column titled “The Student Vagabond” lists lectures and activities for the day, under a header that reads “The Student Vagabond” (or similar).
  • To the right, there’s a column about the Boston Museum offering courses in Fine Arts, described as opportunities for informal study open to the public.
  • The overall look is archival and historical, with dense blocks of text and a vintage font, reflecting student life and continuing education from that era.

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The image is a scanned page from an old newspaper or magazine, featuring articles and announcements. It appears to be a compilation of academic content, likely from an archive or book.

  • The text includes dated entries and is labeled with "Crimson, Oct. 29, 1927," likely referencing The Harvard Crimson newspaper.
  • Articles include information on education, such as one titled "In the Graduate Schools: Landscape Architects Seek Education Here," describing the rise in student enrollment in a landscape architecture program.
  • On the left, there is a section called "The Student Vagabond," which lists academic lectures and topics, such as "China: First Treaties," "Recent Attentions Toward Administrative Government," and more. These reflect intellectual discussions of the time.
  • The right column mentions "Boston Museum To Give Courses in Fine Arts," outlining public opportunities for the study of art history and an exhibit of works related to Charles Eliot Norton.
  • Handwritten labels like "transcript" and dates are visible below articles, suggesting it is part of preserved records or a curated volume.
  • The physical wear on the paper, with jagged edges and a visible binding, confirms it as part of an older compilation or scrapbook.

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This image shows a page from a newspaper or periodical that is dated October 29, 1947, based on the handwritten note at the top right (Oct. 29, 1947). The page seems aged and contains several columns of text with different headlines and printed articles.

The prominent article on the top right, titled "In the Graduate Schools," discusses the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture seeking education with an increased number of students. It also mentions Professor H. Poynter H. Prentice, who advises on thesis subjects, among other details about academic commitments and future events.

On the top left corner of the page, the column titled "The Student Vagabond" provides a schedule of upcoming lectures on various topics like "China," "Recent Attempts in the American Commonwealth," "Italian Opera," and others. The scheduling includes topics, presenters, and their affiliations, mostly linked to Harvard University faculties.

The right-hand side of the image features another article titled "BOSTON MUSEUM TO GIVE COURSES IN FINE ARTS," which outlines educational opportunities at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts. This article lists lecture series, admission fees, and topics covered, including comparisons of artists and various styles of painting.

At the bottom right, there's a section titled "PLAIN FOXTON NEWS" mentioning an exhibit of the works of Miss Normanton.

The image of the page is slightly cut off at the top and bottom, and there is a reflection presumably from the glass or clear plastic of a frame or scanner cover above the text "Student Vagabond".

The document appears to be part of a larger collection of papers, as evident from the tabs visible on the left side. The tabs have handwritten text which is partially visible and seems to indicate different sections or dates.

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The image is a photograph of a scrapbook page containing various clippings from newspapers or similar sources. The clippings are glued or affixed onto the pages, and there are hand-written annotations providing dates and details.

  1. The main clipping on the left part is titled "The Student Vagabond" from the Crimson dated October 29, 1927. It lists several academic lectures scheduled for the day and the following day, with topics ranging from "China: First Treaties", "The English Cabinet", to "Recent Attention Toward Administrative Reorganization in the American Government", among others.

  2. The central clipping has the headline "In the Graduate Schools" discussing the significant increase in enrollment in the Graduate School of Landscape Architecture, showing a 56 percent increase. It includes statements from Professor J.S. Pray, detailing new courses and instructors added to the program.

  3. On the right side, another clipping from the Crimson dated October 29, 1927, discusses the Boston Museum offering Fine Arts courses. This article highlights many informal study opportunities open to the public throughout the year.

  4. Additional smaller clippings detail specific lectures, exhibitions, and academic events, such as "Plan Norton Memorials" dated October 17, 1927, about an exhibition of works of Fine Arts Professors.

The scrapbook appears to be a collection of academic activities and achievements, maintained meticulously with handwritten notes annotating dates and sources. It provides a detailed snapshot of academic life and intellectual events occurring around October 1927.