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The image shows a page from a book or journal, specifically from the "University Gazette" dated October 22, 1927. The left side of the page contains a formal announcement from the President and Fellows of Harvard College regarding appointments. It details the appointments of various individuals to different professorial and assistant roles within Harvard University, along with their qualifications and academic backgrounds.

The right side of the page features two photographs of statues. The top photograph appears to be labeled "New York Times" with the date "Oct. 30, '27," and shows a statue of a woman with elaborate headdress and attire, possibly from an ancient or classical era. The bottom photograph is titled "The King's Temptress, In Wood, Gilded and Lacquered in the Ancient Oriental Manner by Allan Clark," and depicts a seated female figure, also in ancient or classical attire.

The page is secured in place with clear plastic protective sleeves, and the overall appearance suggests it is part of a scrapbook or a collection of historical documents.

This image shows an open scrapbook or book with various clippings and notes pasted on its pages. On the left page, there is a clipping from the "University Gazette" dated October 22, 1927, which lists appointments made by the President and Fellows of Harvard College. The appointments include various faculty members with their academic titles and fields of expertise, such as professors of surgery, economics, and dentistry.

On the right page, there are two photographs of sculptures. The top photograph is labeled "New York Times Oct. 30, '27" and shows a close-up of a sculpture of a woman's head with intricate headdress. The bottom photograph shows a full-body sculpture of a seated woman, also labeled with some text at the bottom that is partially obscured. Additionally, there is a small piece of text on the right page that mentions "The King's Temptress" and some other details that are not fully legible. The pages of the book appear to be aged, with some wear and tear visible.

This image shows an open, well-worn scrapbook or journal with a maroon cloth binding. The pages are aged, yellowed, and show signs of wear, tearing, and adhesive residue, indicating it has been actively used to preserve clippings over time. The page is a collage of documents, primarily clipped from newspapers and official publications, and is held together with clear plastic tape or archival corners.

On the left page:

• The main item is a printed notice titled “PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE Appointments”. The document lists faculty appointments and promotions made during the 1927 academic year.
• It details meetings dated May 23, 1927 and September 26, 1927.
• Appointments include:
  • Edward Peirson Richardson as Professor of Surgery.
  • John Donald Black as Professor of Economics.
  • Lists of assistants and instructors in various medical and dental fields (Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, Dermatology, Neuropathology, and several dental specialties).
  • Adelbert Fernald, D.M.D., S.B., A.M., is listed as Curator of the Dental Museum and Librarian.
• Handwritten in pencil above the main notice are the words: “University Gazette” and the date “Oct. 22, 1927.”

On the right page:

• Two sepia-toned black-and-white newspaper clippings are pasted.
• The top clipping, marked “NewYork Times Oct. 30, ’27.”, features a striking photograph of a classical-style sculpture of a woman’s upper torso and head, looking over her shoulder. She wears a highly ornate, spired headdress resembling a crown.
• The bottom clipping shows another sculpture — this one a seated female figure, draped in classical robes, possibly a goddess or muse. The caption identifies it as “The Nemesis” from the Semitic Museum.
• Next to the bottom photograph is a column of text with the heading “THE KING’S TEMPRESS”, describing a lacquered wood sculpture and mentioning “Professor Edgell, Fogg Museum.”

Overall impression:

This appears to be a personal or institutional archival scrapbook documenting academic life at Harvard in 1927. It juxtaposes dry official notices of faculty appointments with culturally rich clippings about museum exhibits and art, possibly reflecting the interests of its compiler. The dates range from October 22 to October 30, 1927, suggesting the book may have been maintained as a daily or weekly record of events and news relevant to the owner — perhaps a student, faculty member, or administrator at Harvard. The inclusion of museum art suggests an interest in both academic affairs and the arts.

The image shows a close-up of an old book or document with handwritten notes and annotations. The book appears to be a university publication, possibly a university bulletin or yearbook. The handwritten notes are in black ink and seem to be annotations or comments made by someone reading the book. The book is open to a page with a title that reads "President and Fellows of Harvard College." The page also contains a list of names and titles, possibly a list of faculty or staff members.

The image is a photograph of a page from an old book or journal, which appears to be a university gazette or bulletin. The page is filled with text and has two photographs attached to it. The text is printed in black ink on aged, slightly yellowed paper. The photographs are in black and white and seem to be pasted onto the page. The top photograph shows a woman in traditional attire, possibly from an ancient civilization, with a detailed headdress. The bottom photograph depicts another woman, also in traditional attire, seated on a platform. The text on the page discusses appointments and meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College, dated October 22, 1927. It lists names of individuals appointed to various positions, including professors, assistants, and instructors in different departments such as surgery, pathology, and dentistry. The text also mentions meetings held on specific dates and the consent given by the Board of Overseers for certain appointments.

The image shows an open book with two distinct sections visible.

Left Page:

• Title: The heading at the top reads "President and Fellows of Harvard College", indicating that this is an official record or minutes from Harvard College.
• Content: The page lists appointments made during meetings held in May 23, 1927, and September 26, 1927.
  • It includes appointments of professors, assistant professors, instructors, and other academic positions across various departments such as Surgery, Economics, Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, Dermatology, and Dentistry.
  • Specific details include names, academic titles, and the duration of their appointments (e.g., "for one year from September 1, 1927").
  • The text is typed, suggesting it is an official document or record.

Right Page:

• Image: The right page features a photograph of an ancient statue, likely from an Oriental or Asian collection. The statue depicts a seated figure with intricate headgear and elaborate attire, suggesting it is of historical or cultural significance.
• Caption: Below the image, there is a caption that reads:
  • "The Empress... In Wood, Lacquered and Gilded from the Ancient Oriental Collection, Manner by Allan Cask"
  • Additionally, there is a note referencing "The National Art Museum" and mentions "Professor Tozzer, Semitic Umbral Painting" and "Professor Edgell, Fogg Museum", indicating the statue is part of an art collection, possibly at a museum.
• Handwritten Notes: There are handwritten notes on the page, including:
  • "New York Times Oct. 30, '27", suggesting a reference to a newspaper article from October 30, 1927.
  • Other faint markings and annotations are visible, indicating the page may have been used for research or cataloging purposes.

Overall Context:

The book appears to be a historical or archival document, combining official academic appointments from Harvard College with an image and description of an ancient artifact. The juxtaposition of the formal academic record on the left and the cultural artifact on the right suggests the book may belong to a collection or archive that bridges academic administration and art history. The handwritten notes further imply active engagement with the content, possibly for research or documentation purposes.

An old scrapbook opened to two pages.

• Left page: a densely typed list under the heading “President and Fellows of Harvard College,” with meeting dates (May 23, 1927, etc.) and names/titles of professors and staff. The paper is aged, with torn edges and a few handwritten notes along the margins.

• Right page: two sepia-toned photographic cutouts mounted on the page. The top image shows a bust or statue of a figure wearing an elaborate crown or headdress; the bottom image shows a seated, draped statue. There are small newspaper clippings (e.g., “New York Times”) and a strip of clear tape securing the photos, all on aged paper.

Overall, it’s an antique, scrapbook-style spread with vintage typography and photographic fragments.

This image shows an open book or scrapbook, with text and photographs on the right-hand page and potentially overlapping onto the left side. The text pertains to the appointments and roles of individuals in academia. The title prominently displays "President and Fellows of Harvard College" with details from meetings in 1927, listing faculty members along with their roles in various institutions.

The page also has a sepia-toned photograph clipped and attached to it. The photograph depicts a classical female figure in a seated pose, wearing a flowing garment, possibly evoking a sense of ancient or artistic iconography. The figure on the photograph has characteristics often associated with Greco-Roman sculptures or stylized depictions of goddesses.

To the left, additional text is visible, as well as the apparent inclusion of archival items, annotations, notes, or newspaper-like clippings. One note appears labeled as from the "New York Times" and is dated "Oct. 30, 1927."

This image features an open book or scrapbook with various pages and inserts visible. The left page has text with a heading that reads "University Gazette" and a subheading "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE." Below this, there are sections titled "Appointments," "Assistants in Pathology for one year from September 1, 1927," "Assistants in Genito-Urinary Surgery for one year from September 1, 1927", and other listings likely documenting faculty appointments at Harvard College as of May 28, 1927, as indicated by another heading.

The right page has a picture of a seated classical statue, possibly depicting a figure from Greek or Roman mythology or history, with drapery flowing around its body. The statue is seated on a decorative chair or throne and appears to be positioned on a plinth or base within an architectural setting that might be part of a museum or gallery.

There are additional snippets of text and classifications attached to the pages, but due to the angle and overlap of the materials, not all of the content is fully legible. The uppermost edge of another page or insert is visible at the top of the image, overlapping the left page but its contents are not discernible.

The image gives the impression of an historical document, capturing a snapshot of academic and cultural records from an earlier time.

This image shows a page from a scrapbook or a book with various clippings. The page contains a section titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College Appointments," detailing appointments from meetings held on May 25, 1927, and September 26, 1927. The appointments list various individuals and their roles, such as Allan Littlefield Davis, A.B., M.D., Richard Haley Smith, A.B., M.D., and James Clarke White, A.B., M.D., among others. To the right of the text, there is an image of a sculpture, which appears to be a seated figure with a draped garment. The sculpture's setting and the artistic style suggest it could be part of a classical or historical theme. There are visible notes referencing the "University Gazette" and the "New York Times," dated October 22, 1927, and October 30, 1927, respectively.