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The image appears to be a scan of an open book or newspaper, specifically from the University Gazette and the Harvard Crimson, dated October 22, 1927, and November 1, 1927, respectively. The pages contain articles and announcements related to lectures and events at Harvard University.

The left page from the University Gazette includes:

• An announcement for lectures by Dr. Annie J. Cannon and Professor Solon I. Bailey on October 24th and 27th, respectively.
• An announcement for an organ recital by Professor Archibald T. Davison and Mr. W. C. Atwater on October 25th.
• A detailed program listing the pieces to be performed in the recital.
• Information about the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, including the schedule and topics for the lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, who is to give a series on Italian Sculpture.

The right page from the Harvard Crimson includes:

• An article about Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan opening a series of ten public lectures on Italian Sculpture on November 2nd.
• Information about the lectures, including their schedule and topics.
• An article about the Norton Lectures in Poetry, mentioning Professor Maclagan's background and his work in the field of art.

The pages are aged, with a yellowed appearance, and the text is printed in a traditional newspaper font. There is a note in the bottom left corner of the University Gazette page that says "Transcript Oct. 14, '27," indicating that the information was likely copied or summarized from a prior source.

This image shows a page from a scrapbook or document collection, featuring clippings from a newspaper or periodical, likely from the Harvard University Gazette and the Harvard Crimson, dated around October and November 1927. The clippings detail upcoming events, lectures, and cultural activities at Harvard University.

Key Clippings:

1. University Gazette (Oct. 22, 1927):

   • Lists lectures by Dr. Annie J. Cannon and Professor Solon I. Bailey on topics like "New Stars" and "Star Clouds and Nebulae."
   • Announces an "Organ Recital" by Professor Archibald T. Davison and Mr. W. C. Atwater, providing the program and schedule.
   • Details the "Charles Eliot Norton Lectures" by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, focusing on Italian Sculpture. It includes the lecture schedule, starting on November 2, 1927.

2. Harvard Crimson (Nov. 1, 1927):

   • Features the headline "MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW," announcing the start of the lectures on Italian Sculpture by Professor Maclagan. It describes the lecture content and schedule, noting the use of lantern slides for illustration.

3. Harvard Crimson (Nov. 2, 1927):

   • Headlined "NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR," it provides further details about the lecture series, including Professor Maclagan's background and his connection with the British Foreign Office during World War I.

4. Harvard Calendar (Oct. 14, 1927):

   • Lists daily events, including the dedication of Vanderbilt Hall, lectures, football games, and chapel services.

The clippings are neatly arranged and pasted onto the page, indicating a curated collection of important announcements and events from that period. The content highlights the academic and cultural activities at Harvard University in the late 1920s, with a particular focus on art, astronomy, and music.

This image displays an open, aged scrapbook or bound volume containing clippings from the Harvard Crimson newspaper, dated around November 1927. The pages are yellowed with time and show signs of wear, including folded corners and slight discoloration. A single sheet of white paper is clipped or taped to the top of the right-hand page.

The clippings relate to a lecture series on Italian sculpture being delivered at Harvard University by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, who held the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry.

Left-Hand Page:

• Header: “University Gazette” dated Oct. 22, 1927

  • Lists upcoming campus events, including:
    • Oct. 24: “New Stars” by Dr. Annie J. Cannon.
    • Oct. 27: “Star Clouds and Nebulae” by Professor Solon I. Bailey.
    • Information on submitting communications to “Open Nights” at the Harvard College Observatory.

• Organ Recital: Scheduled for Tuesday, October 25, featuring Professor Archibald T. Davison and organist Mr. W. C. Atwater. The program includes works by Vierne, Ropartz, Giordano, Donizetti, Handel, Vaughan Williams, and Bach.

• The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures (continued from previous page):

  • Introductory text notes that Professor Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, is the second holder of the Norton Chair.
  • The first lecture, “The Approach to Italian Sculpture,” is scheduled for Wednesday, November 2, at 8 p.m. in the large lecture room of the new Fogg Museum of Art.
  • Schedule of subsequent lectures includes topics on Luci della Robbia, Fifteenth Century in Florence, Verrocchio, Michael Angelo, the Sixteenth Century, and Bernini/The Seventeenth Century.
  • Notes that students may attend conferences with Professor Maclagan on Thursday afternoons, 2-3 p.m., in the Fogg Museum conference room.
  • Indicates the course will be illustrated with lantern slides and is open to the public.
  • Ends with “(cont’d)” and a small clipping labeled “Transcript Oct. 14, ’27” titled “HARVARD CALENDAR” listing daily events such as football games and chapel services.

Right-Hand Page:

• Contains two main headlines from the Harvard Crimson, dated Nov. 1, 1927 and Nov. 2, 1927.

1. “MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW”

• Announces the start of ten public lectures on Italian sculpture in Fogg Hall.
• First lecture, “The Approach to Italian Sculpture,” begins at 8 o’clock.
• Topics range from early development through the Romanesque to the Pisani, with the possibility of discussing other forms of poetry or art.
• All lectures except the first will be illustrated with lantern slides.

2. “NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR”

• Reiterates that British authority on art Professor Maclagan will begin the ten-lecture series.

• Highlights his distinguished background:

  • Formerly connected to the Foreign Office during World War I.
  • Served at the British Information Bureau in Paris (1916–1918).
  • Attached to the British Peace Delegation to Paris (1919).
  • Became Deputy Keeper, then Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum (1921–1924).
  • Now at Harvard as Norton Professor.

• Full lecture schedule listed again: Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30; Dec. 7; Feb. 8, 15, 29; Mar. 7, 14, all at 8 p.m. in Fogg Museum.

Overall Context:

These clippings serve as a record of Professor Eric Maclagan’s Norton Lectures delivered at Harvard in the fall of 1927 and winter of 1928. The Norton Chair, established in memory of Charles Eliot Norton, is a prestigious position traditionally held by artists, critics, or art historians, with lectures often focusing on the arts. Maclagan, as director of the Victoria and Albert Museum, brought international expertise in art history to Harvard students and the public.

The scrapbook format suggests personal or institutional archival interest, preserving media coverage of this significant academic event. The presence of the clipped paper atop the right page may indicate a note, bookmark, or later annotation.

The image shows a page from a book or magazine, which appears to be a Harvard Crimson newspaper from November 1927. The page has a headline that reads "MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW" and "NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR". The page also has a section with the heading "Harvard Calendar" and a list of events and dates. The text on the page is in a mix of different fonts and sizes, and there are also some illustrations and images on the page.

The image shows a page from a newspaper or a publication, featuring several articles. The top left corner has a headline that reads "MacLaggan Opens Series Tomorrow," indicating that a series of lectures or events is about to start. Below this headline, there is a smaller article about an organ recital scheduled for a specific date, with details about the performers and the program.

To the right of the main headline, there is another article titled "Norton Lectures to Open Tonight with MacLaggan in Chair." This article provides information about the start of a series of lectures, mentioning the involvement of MacLaggan as the chair and detailing the topics that will be covered in the lectures. The article also mentions the time and place of the event.

Below these articles, there is a section titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures," which provides a detailed schedule of the lectures, including the dates, topics, and lecturers. This section also includes a brief biography of Professor MacLaggan, highlighting his background and previous roles.

The bottom of the page features a smaller article about an event at Harvard University, with a headline that reads "Harvard Calendar." This article provides information about an upcoming event, including the date, time, and location.

Overall, the image shows a page from a publication that provides information about various events and lectures, with a focus on the upcoming series of lectures chaired by MacLaggan. The articles provide details about the topics, dates, and locations of the events, as well as background information about the lecturers and the institutions involved.

The image shows an open book or publication, likely a newspaper or academic bulletin, featuring a page from October 22, 1927. The page is divided into two main sections, each containing distinct announcements and articles.

Left Section: University Gazette

• Header: The section is titled "University Gazette," indicating it is an official communication or announcement related to university activities.
• Content:
  • The page includes a list of organ recitals scheduled for October 25, featuring performances by Professor Archibald T. Davison, Organist and Choir-Master, assisted by Mr. W. C. Agawam, Class of 1929, Tenor. The recital will take place at Appleton Chapel at 5 p.m., with the organ being opened to the public.
  • Below the recital announcement, there is a programme listing various musical pieces to be performed, including works by composers such as Giordano, Mozart, Handel, Beethoven, Schubert, and Bach.
  • At the bottom of the left section, there is a smaller box labeled "HARVARD CALENDAR", which appears to be a separate insert or additional information. It lists events such as a dedication of Vanderbilt Hall, Harvard Medical School lectures, football games, and other university-related activities.

Right Section: Harvard Crimson

• Header: The section is titled "Harvard Crimson," suggesting it is a student newspaper or publication.
• Main Articles:

  1. "MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW":

     • This article announces that Professor Eric R. D. MacLagan will begin a series of ten public lectures on Italian Sculpture, starting tomorrow at 8 o'clock in the New Fogg Museum.
     • The first lecture is titled "The Approach to Italian Sculpture: Is Subject-Will Sketch Development in Italy to Romanesque Stage".
     • The article provides background on Professor MacLagan, noting his role as Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and his connection to the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry at Harvard. It also mentions that the lectures will be illustrated with lantern slides.
     • The lectures will cover topics such as Romanesque sculpture, Donatello, Andrea Pisano, Luca della Robbia, and other significant figures and periods in Italian art.

  2. "NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR":

     • This article discusses the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, which will be delivered by Professor MacLagan. It highlights his expertise in art and his varied career, including his service in the British Foreign Office during World War I.
     • The article notes that MacLagan has led a "varied life," having served in various capacities, including as Controller for War Services at the British Embassy in Paris after the Treaty of Versailles.
     • It also mentions that MacLagan will give a comprehensive and unified account of Italian art, starting with an introduction leading up to Renaissance sculpture and the Pisan School.

General Observations:

• The page is dated October 22, 1927, and includes detailed information about upcoming lectures, performances, and university events.
• The layout is typical of early 20th-century newspapers or academic bulletins, with clear headings, subheadings, and structured content.
• The inclusion of both musical performances and art lectures suggests a focus on cultural and academic activities at Harvard University during this period.

This page provides a snapshot of the intellectual and cultural life at Harvard in the fall of 1927, highlighting the importance placed on lectures, performances, and public engagement with the arts and academia.

The image shows a page from a bound volume of newspapers or clippings related to Harvard University events from 1927. This page includes three main articles, all dated October and November 1927, focusing on lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan.

1. The left section is from the "University Gazette" dated Oct. 22, 1927, and includes recurring College Observatory events such as "Open Nights" and an organ recital scheduled for October 25 taught by Professor Archibald T. Davison. The recital's program is listed with works by composers like Gluck, Handel, Bach, and others. A section titled "The Charles Eliot Norton Lectures" introduces Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, Director and Secretary of the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, as the holder of the Charles Eliot Norton Chair of Poetry at Harvard. It announces a lecture series by Maclagan on Italian Sculpture starting November 2. The Norton Lectures are described as being open to the public, with dates listed for the full lecture series.

2. The middle section is from the "Harvard Crimson," dated Nov. 1, 1927, with the headline "Maclagan Opens Series Tomorrow." It announces the first of ten public lectures on Italian sculpture given in the Fogg Museum, beginning at 8 o'clock. The opening lecture is titled "The Approach to Italian Sculpture," focusing on sketching the development of Italian sculpture from early to Romanesque stages. It describes Maclagan's credentials and emphasizes the importance of the series for art history and appreciation.

3. The right section is also from the "Harvard Crimson," dated Nov. 2, 1927. Titled "Norton Lectures to Open Tonight with Maclagan in Chair," it highlights Maclagan's distinguished career including roles at the Foreign Office during World War I and his lectures on the art of the Pisani family. It provides further background on Maclagan’s work and the significance of the Norton lectures, listing the lecture dates and locations, all held in the Fogg Art Museum lecture hall.

At the bottom left, there's a small "Harvard Calendar" clipping showing events for Oct. 14, 1927, including a dedication of Vandyke Hall, a football game, and a Sunday chapel service.

Overall, the page documents academic cultural events and highlights the importance of Maclagan’s lecture series on Italian sculpture at Harvard in late 1927.

This image shows an open book or scrapbook featuring newspaper clippings and printed materials. The clippings primarily consist of articles announcing and describing public lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan and others taking place at Harvard University in 1927. The topics focus on art history, specifically Italian sculpture, with mentions of notable lectures in the Charles Eliot Norton series.

Key elements of the image:

1. Left Page:

   • A clipping from the University Gazette dated October 22, 1927, highlights events like musical performances, addresses, and lectures.
   • It includes a program for an organ recital and general information about upcoming events.
   • There's a small scrap labeled "HARVARD CALENDAR" at the bottom, detailing daily schedules.

2. Right Page:

   • Clippings from the Harvard Crimson (October 31, November 1, and November 2, 1927) highlight lectures by Professor Eric R. D. Maclagan, particularly the Charles Eliot Norton Lectures, focused on Italian sculpture and medieval art.
   • Titles like “MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW” or “NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR” describe the series and Professor Maclagan’s credentials, emphasizing his background in the arts, his role at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, and his experiences during World War I.
   • It mentions details about the topics, schedule, and public accessibility of the lectures.

The layout of the materials in the book appears organized and curated, likely part of an archival or historical collection documenting academic events. The clippings are neatly affixed onto the page and labeled with dates for easy identification.

• A scrapbook or binder opened to a page full of old newspaper clippings.
• The page is yellowed with age and is split into three narrow columns of text.
• Headlines in bold read things like “MACLAGAN OPENS SERIES TOMORROW” and “NORTON LECTURES TO OPEN TONIGHT WITH MACLAGAN IN CHAIR,” with smaller subheads describing the lectures on Italian sculpture and related topics.
• The left side includes a smaller section titled “UNIVERSITY GAZETTE” and a boxed “HARVARD CALENDAR,” along with various listings and notices.
• The clippings appear to be from Harvard-related publications (Harvard Crimson/Harvard calendar) dated around October 1927.
• The page is mounted in a dark maroon cover, with visible edges of the clipping notches and some handwriting or marks in the margins.

The image depicts a page from a publication, most likely a newspaper or an academic journal, titled "University Gazette" dated October 22, 1924, and two columns from "The Harvard Crimson" dated November 13, 1924. It seems to be a scanned image of an open book or binder, given the visible spine and curvature of the pages towards the center.

The left column on the page talks about events and notices such as an organ recital, a lecture by Charles M. Flandrau, and a notice about the availability of the Fogg Art Museum for library study with a Harvard Calendar for October 25, 1924, at the bottom.

The right side of the image shows two separate articles from "The Harvard Crimson." The first article announces that MacIagan opens a series of lectures tomorrow with the first of ten public lectures on Italian sculpture to be given at the Fogg Museum. The second article headlines "Norton Lectures to Open Tonight with MacIagan in Chair" and provides details about a British authority on art starting a series of ten talks at 8 o'clock.

The articles reflect academic happenings from the past, focusing on art history, lectures, and cultural events at Harvard University. They provide insight into the academic and artistic engagements of the university's community during that time period.