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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a page from a historical document, specifically a newspaper or an official bulletin, dated October 22, 1927. The page contains various announcements and articles. Here is a detailed summary of the contents:

Left Column:

  1. President and Fellows of Harvard College - Appointments
    • Meeting on May 23, 1927:

      • Edward Pearson Richardson: Appointed as John Homans Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927.
      • John Donald Black: Appointed as Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927.
      • Allan Littlefield Davis, Richard Bailey Smith, James Clarke White: Appointed as Assistants in Pathology for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • Walter Parker, John Howard Ferguson, James Stewart Romey: Appointed as Assistants in Genito-Urinary Surgery for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • Vincent Davis Vermooten, Montague Chever Wiesner: Appointed as Assistants in Dermatology for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • John Henry Wiggin, William Perrine Van Wagenen: Appointed as Assistants in Neuropathology for one year from September 1, 1927.
    • Dental School:

      • Adelbert Fernald: Appointed as Curator of the Dental Museum and Librarian for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • Earl Leslie Bradway, Frederick William Mead, Bailey Paul Bancroft Champlin, Rachum Roundy Davenport: Appointed as Instructors in Operative Dentistry for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • Henry Joseph Carney, Robert James Maloney: Appointed as Instructors in Prosthetic Dentistry for one year from September 1, 1927.
      • Arthur Allen Libby, Henry Forest Libby: Appointed as Instructors in Dental Research for one year from September 1, 1927.

Right Column:

  1. German Professor to Give Lecture Course

    • Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt: Comes from the University of Berlin to deliver a course of lectures as Visiting Professor of Fine Arts and Germanic Museum Lecturer. The lectures will be held in the Germanic Museum's lecture hall at 4:30 PM on the following days:
      • November 9: "The Period of Charlemagne and the Beginnings of Architecture North of the Alps."
      • November 16: "Romanesque Churches from the Tenth to the Thirteenth Century."
      • November 23: "Gothic Architecture in Germany, Its Derivation from France and Its Particular German Forms."
      • November 30: "German Renaissance Brick Architecture and Its Decoration."
      • December 14: "The Hall-Church and Its Transition to the Renaissance Building."
      • December 21: "Architecture and Decoration of the Baroque Churches in Germany in the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries."
  2. The Cambridge Tribune - November 5, 1927

    • Works of Japanese Artists Shown at Fogg:
      • An exhibition of paintings by Japanese artists at the Fogg Museum. The exhibition includes works by four or five Japanese artists, with two paintings by Kanzan Shimomura. The exhibition also features works by other Japanese artists shown at the Art Club and the Museum of Fine Arts.
  3. Tomorrow - October 23, 1927

    • Oakes:
      • "The Neolithic Age in Europe," Professor Tozzer, Semitic Museum 1.
    • The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting:
      • Professor Morey, Fogg Museum.
    • "Perception of Space," Professor Boring, Emerson D.

The page is part of a bound volume, as indicated by the binding visible on the left side of the image. The document appears to be well-preserved, with clear and legible text.

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The image contains two newspaper clippings and some related documents from the University Gazette and Cambridge Tribune, dated October 22, 1927.

  1. University Gazette - President and Fellows of Harvard College:

    • Appointments Meeting of May 23, 1927:

      • Edward Peirson Richardson was appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery, effective September 1, 1927.
      • John Donald Black was appointed Professor of Economics for five years, starting September 1, 1927.
    • Meeting of September 26, 1927:

      • Assistants in Pathology for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Sidney Farber, S.B., M.D.
        • John Howard Ferguson, A.B.
        • James Stewart Rooney, A.B., M.D.
      • Assistants in Genito-Urinary Surgery for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Vincent Davis Vermooten, A.M., M.D.
        • Bancroft Cheever Wheeler, A.B., M.D.
      • Assistants in Dermatology for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Jacob Hyams Swartz, M.D.
        • William Perrine Van Wagenen, A.B., M.D.
      • Dental School:
        • Adelbert Fernald, D.M.D., S.B., A.M., Curator of the Dental Museum and Librarian.
      • Instructors in Operative Dentistry for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Earl Leslie Bradway, D.M.D.
        • Raymond Paul Cassidy, D.M.D.
        • Bailey Paul Brackett Chadbourne, D.M.D.
        • Raeburn Roundy Davenport, D.M.D.
      • Instructors in Prosthetic Dentistry for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Henry Joseph Carney, D.M.D.
      • Instructors in Dental Research for one year from September 1, 1927:
        • Arthur Allen Libby, D.M.D.
        • Henry Forest Libby, D.M.D.
  2. Cambridge Tribune:

    • German Professor to Give Lecture Course:

      • Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, a professor from the University of Berlin, will give a series of lectures on German Art in the German Museum, starting November 9, 1927. The lectures cover various topics:
        • November 9: The Period of Charlemagne and the New Forms of Architecture North of the Alps.
        • November 16: Romanesque Churches from the Tenth to the Thirteenth Century.
        • November 23: Gothic Architecture in Germany, Its Derivation from France and Its Particular Forms.
        • December 7: North German Brick Architecture and Its Decoration.
        • December 14: The Hall-Church and Its Transition to the Renaissance Building.
        • December 21: Architecture and Decoration of Baroque Churches in Germany in the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries.
    • Works of Japanese Artists Shown at Fogg:

      • An exhibition of Japanese paintings by Kanji Nakamura at the Fogg Museum, Harvard University, showcasing his work, including one piece that was shown previously at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.
    • Tomorrow:

      • Lectures at 9:00 AM:
        • "The Neolithic Age in Europe" by Professor Tozer, Semitic Museum.
        • "The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting" by Professor Edgell, Fogg Museum.
        • "Perception of Space" by Professor Borning, Emerson D.

The documents provide detailed information on academic appointments and upcoming lectures at Harvard University and Cambridge, reflecting the educational and cultural activities of the time.

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The image displays an open, yellowed newspaper from the "University Gazette" dated October 22, 1927. The left page contains several announcements related to Harvard College, including appointments and meetings. Key points include the appointment of Edward Pearson Richardson as John Homans Professor of Surgery, effective from September 1, 1927, and John Donald Black as Professor of Economics, starting October 10, 1927. Additionally, there are listings for various academic positions such as Assistants in Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, and more, with specified durations and qualifications.

The right page features two articles. The first, headlined "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE," announces that Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin will deliver a series of lectures in German on art history at the Germanic Museum beginning November 9. The second article, titled "WORKS OF JAPANESE ARTISTS SHOWN AT FOGG," reports on an exhibition at the Fogg Museum showcasing works by Kanji Nakamura, a Japanese artist, assisted by Denman Ross. The exhibition includes paintings, some previously shown in Boston, and more than forty examples of Japanese art. The page also includes a small section for upcoming events, including a lecture on the Neolithic Age in Europe and a discussion on the beginnings of Umbrian Painting. The newspaper is preserved between two sheets of glass.

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The image shows a document from Harvard University dated October 22, 1927, detailing various academic appointments and announcements. Here's a detailed summary:

Appointments

The document lists several appointments of professors, instructors, and assistants at Harvard University and its associated institutions:

  1. Edward Peirson Richardson: Appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery starting September 1, 1927.
  2. A.B. (Harvard Univ.) 1902, M.D. (ibid.) 1906: Assistant Professor of Surgery from 1915-22, Associate Professor of Surgery from 1922-25.
  3. John Donald Black: Appointed Professor of Economics for five years starting September 1, 1927.
  4. Allan Littlefield Davis, Richard Hisley Smith, James Clarke White: Appointed as Assistants in Pathology for one year from September 1, 1927.
  5. Sidney Farber, John Howard Ferguson, James Stewart Romney: Also appointed as Assistants in Pathology for the same period.
  6. Vincent Davis Vermooten, Bancroft Ghiselin Wheeler: Appointed as Assistants in Genito-Urinary Surgery for one year starting September 1, 1927.
  7. Jacob Heyman Swartz, William Perrine Van Wagenen: Appointed as Assistants for one year starting September 1, 1927, in Dermatology and Neuropathology respectively.
  8. Adelbert Fernald: Appointed as Dental School's Curator of the Dental Museum and Librarian for one year starting September 1, 1927.
  9. Earle Leslie Bradway, Raymond Paul Custer, Bailey Paul Brackett Chadbourne, Raeburn Randolph Davenport: Appointed as Instructors in Operative Dentistry for one year from September 1, 1927.
  10. Henry Joseph Carney, Arthur Joseph Maloney: Appointed as Instructors in Prosthetic Dentistry for one year starting September 1, 1927.
  11. Arthur Allen Libby, Henry Forest Libby: Appointed as Instructors in Dental Research for one year starting September 1, 1927.

Announcements

  1. Lecture Course by Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt:

    • Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin will give a series of lectures on the history of German Art starting November 9, 1927.
    • The lecture topics include:
      • The Period of Charlemagne and the New Forms of Architecture (Nov. 9)
      • Romanesque Churches from the Tenth to the Thirteenth Century (Nov. 16)
      • Gothic Architecture in Germany, Its Development and Influence (Nov. 30)
      • North German Brick Architecture and Its Decoration (Dec. 7)
      • The Hall-Church and Its Transition to the Renaissance Building (Dec. 14)
      • Architecture and Decoration of the Baroque Churches in Germany (Dec. 21)
  2. Exhibition at the Fogg Museum:

    • An exhibition of Japanese paintings from the Fenollosa collection is being shown at the Fogg Museum. This exhibition includes works by the artist Kose, with five pieces dating back to the first half of the 14th century.

Other Notices

  • Tomorrow's Lectures:
    • 9 O'Clock: "The Nonlithe Age in Europe" by Professor Tozzer at the Semitic Museum.
    • 11 O'Clock: "The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting" by Professor Edgell at the Fogg Museum.
    • 4:30 O'Clock: "Perception of Space" by Professor Boring at Emerson D.

This document provides a snapshot of academic life at Harvard during that period, highlighting faculty appointments and significant academic events.

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The image shows a page from a 1927 issue of the University Gazette, specifically dated October 22, 1927, and October 15, 1927. The page contains several announcements related to Harvard College.

  1. Appointments (October 22, 1927):

    • Meeting of May 23, 1927:

      • Edward Peirson Richardson was appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927. His background includes being an Assistant in Surgery at Harvard University from 1913-1922 and an Associate Professor of Surgery from 1925-1927.
    • Meeting of September 26, 1927:

      • John Donald Black was appointed Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927. He holds degrees from the University of Wisconsin (A.B., 1909, A.M., 1910) and Harvard (Ph.D., 1915).
    • Assistant Appointments:

      • Various individuals were appointed as assistants in different fields, including Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, Dermatology, and Dental School positions for one year from September 1, 1927. These include:
        • Sidney Farber (Pathology)
        • John Howard Ferguson (Genito-Urinary Surgery)
        • Vincent Davis Vermooten (Genito-Urinary Surgery)
        • Jacob Hyams Swartz (Dermatology)
        • William Perrine Van Wagenen (Neuropathology)
        • Adelbert Fernald (Curator of the Dental Museum and Librarian)
        • Several instructors in Operative Dentistry, Prosthetic Dentistry, and Dental Research.
  2. Lecture Course (October 15, 1927):

    • Dr. Adolf Goldschmidt, a German professor from the University of Berlin, will deliver a lecture course titled "German Art and Architecture" starting November 9, 1927. The course will be given in German and will cover various topics related to architecture and art from different periods and regions, including:
      • The Period of Charlemagne and the New Forms of Architecture North of the Alps
      • Romanesque Churches from the Tenth to the Thirteenth Century
      • Gothic Architecture in Germany, its Derivation from France, and its Particular German Forms
      • North German Brick Architecture and its Decoration
      • The Hall Church and its Transition to the Renaissance Building
      • Architecture and Decoration of the Baroque Churches in Germany in the Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries
  3. Additional News:

    • An exhibition of works by Japanese artists, specifically Kaji Nakamura, is being held at the Fogg Museum of Harvard. The exhibition features over forty examples of his work, including paintings and woodblocks.

The page also contains a small section of the Cambridge Tribune dated November 5, 1927, which includes a brief mention of upcoming lectures at various museums.

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The image depicts a collection of old newspaper clippings and documents from October 1927.

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

    • Appointments at Harvard College:
      • Meeting of May 23, 1927: Edward Peirson Richardson, appointed as John Homans Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927.
      • Meeting of September 26, 1927:
        • John Donald Black appointed as Professor of Economics for five years starting from September 1, 1927.
        • Several assistant and instructor positions in Surgery, Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, Dermatology, and Neurology are listed with the names of individuals and their qualifications.
        • Instructors in Dental School and Prosthetic Dentistry are also mentioned, including their academic credentials.
  2. Clarion (Oct. 13, 1927):

    • German Professor to Give Lecture Course:
      • Dr. Adolf Goldschmidt, a Professor of Art from the University of Berlin, will deliver a course of lectures in German at the Germanic Museum starting November 9, 1927.
      • The lectures are scheduled for various dates in November and December, focusing on architectural periods and styles such as the Period of Charlemagne, Romanesque churches, Gothic architecture, and the Renaissance.
  3. The Cambridge Tribune (November 5, 1927):

    • Works of Japanese Artists Shown at Fogg:
      • An exhibition of Japanese paintings by Kanji Nakamura and other artists is being held at the Fogg Museum.
      • The exhibition includes works from various periods and features more than forty examples of Japanese art.
  4. Tomorrow (Nov. 11, 1927):

    • Schedule of Lectures and Events:
      • The schedule includes lectures on various topics such as "The Neolithic Age in Europe," "The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting," and "Perception of Space."

The documents collectively provide information on academic appointments, cultural lectures, and art exhibitions from late 1927.

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The image shows an open book or scrapbook with newspaper clippings pasted onto the right-hand page. The left-hand page is mostly free of content except for a header titled "University Gazette" dated Oct. 22, 1927, at the top and text below it that lists various appointments related to Harvard College, including faculty and assistants in different medical and dental fields.

The right-hand page contains several newspaper clippings:

  1. A clipping from "Crimson" dated Oct. 19, 1927, with the headline "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE." It announces a series of lectures in German by Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin. The lectures start November 9, at the Germanic Museum, and cover topics relating to architecture and art history.

  2. Below that is a clipping from "The Cambridge Tribune," dated November 5, 1927, titled "WORKS OF JAPANESE ARTISTS SHOWN AT FOGG." It describes an exhibition of paintings by Kanji Nakamura, a Japanese artist, held at the Fogg Museum of Harvard. It mentions that this is the first public exhibition of Nakamura’s work in Boston and includes around forty examples.

  3. The bottom clipping from "Crimson," dated November 11, 1927, titled "TOMORROW 9 O'clock," announces lectures on various topics at different locations, including "The Neolithic Age in Europe," "The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting," and "Perception of Space."

The overall impression is a historical record from 1927 focusing on academic appointments, cultural events, and lectures related to Harvard University and its community. The edges of the pages appear aged and slightly yellowed, indicating the age of the document.

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This image shows an open vintage publication or book with several pages visible. The visible pages include typewritten text and some handwritten notes. The top of the left page has "University Gazette" printed on it, with the date October 22, 1927, handwritten above it. This page has the heading "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE" followed by subheadings like "Appointments," "Meeting of May 28, 1927," and "Meeting of September 26, 1927," listing various academic appointments, including professors and instructors in different departments such as Pathology, Surgery, and Dentistry.

On the right side is a newspaper clipping titled "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE," dated October 3, 1927. There is also an advertisement for an art exhibition called "WORKS OF JAPANESE ARTISTS SHOWN AT FOGG," dated November 5, 1927. It also mentions the "Cambridge Tribune" at the bottom.

Lastly, there's a partial view of another newspaper clipping with the heading "TOMORROW" referring to events and lectures at 9 o'clock.

The condition of the pages is aged and yellowed, indicating the publication's historical nature. The edges of the pages show wear and fraying, and there is a visible red bookmark ribbon inserted along the spine of the open publication.

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The image depicts a page from a scrapbook or a collection of newspaper clippings, likely related to academic announcements and events. The left page includes an excerpt from the "University Gazette" dated October 22, 1927, detailing the appointments of various individuals at Harvard College. These appointments span various disciplines, including surgery, pathology, neuro-pathology, dentistry, and economics. It lists specific names and titles, along with dates and previous roles or recognition.

On the right side, there are several clippings from newspapers, including "Crimson" (dated October 18, 1927), which announces that Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, a German professor, will be giving a series of lectures starting November 9 at Harvard University. It describes the lecture topics and the academic prestige of Dr. Goldschmidt.

Another clipping from "The Cambridge Tribune" (dated November 5, 1927) announces an exhibition of Japanese works at the Fogg Museum of Art at Harvard University.

At the bottom, a snippet from "Crimson" (dated November 11, 1927) appears to mention an event scheduled for "tomorrow," including topics about Europe and contributions by various professors. The overall context seems to be academic, focusing on institution-related news and scholarly events.

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The image shows an open book, likely a newspaper or a publication, with two pages visible. The left page is titled "President and Fellows of Harvard College" and lists appointments for the academic year, dated October 22, 1927. The content includes details about faculty appointments, such as:

  • Edward Peirson Richardson, John Homans Professor of Surgery, effective from September 1, 1927.
  • John Donald Black, appointed as Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927.
  • Various assistants in Pathology, Genito-Urinary Surgery, Dermatology, and Dental Surgery, along with their appointment dates and positions.

The right page is titled "German Professor to Give Lecture Course" and announces that Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, a German Art Professor from the University of Berlin, will deliver a series of lectures in German at the Germanic Museum. The lectures are scheduled to begin on November 9, 1927, and will cover topics such as Charlemagne and the New Forms of Architecture, Romanesque churches from the Tenth to the Thirteenth Century, Gothic Architecture in Germany, and German Brick Architecture and Its Decoration.

Additionally, the right page includes a section titled "Works of Japanese Artists Shown at Fogg", discussing an exhibition of Japanese art at the Fogg Museum, featuring works by artists such as Demura Ross. The text also mentions "Tomorrow", a section with upcoming events or lectures, including topics like "The Neolithic Age in Europe" and "The Beginnings of Umbrian Painting".

The book appears to be a historical document, possibly from a university or academic institution, detailing faculty appointments and cultural events from 1927. The layout includes typed text with headings and subheadings, and the pages are numbered (e.g., "2" on the left margin). The overall condition suggests it is an archival or preserved item.