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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image displays a page from a university document, likely a record of meetings and appointments from Harvard College in 1927. The page is dated October 22, 1927, and includes several sections.

The left side of the page is titled 'PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE' and lists appointments made during meetings on May 26, 1927, and September 26, 1927. The appointments include:

  1. Edward Pearson Richardson as John Hansan Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927.
  2. John Donald Black as Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927.
  3. Fred Ralph Blumenthal as Assistant Professor of Orthodontia for three years from September 1, 1927.
  4. Lofton Leland Dudley as Assistant Professor of Education for three years from September 1, 1927.
  5. Adelbert Fernald as Assistant Professor of Orthodontic Research for three years from September 1, 1927.
  6. John Bradford Titcomb as Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin for three years from September 1, 1927.

The right side of the page includes a news clipping titled 'GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE,' dated October 13, 1927. It announces that Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin will give a course of lectures in German for the Division of Fine Arts and Germanic Museum, beginning November 9.

Below the news clipping, there is a list of other appointments and research fellows for the academic year 1927-1928, including:

  1. Charles Allen Porter as Professor of Surgery, Emeritus.
  2. Louis Chaprad as Diplôme d'Etudes Supérieures de Droit Privé, Instructor in French.
  3. Hans Swarzenski as Fellow for Research in the Fogg Art Museum.
  4. Research Fellows for one year from September 1, 1927, including Alonzo Church, Frank Thomson, Jr., and Robert Oppenheimer.
  5. Instructors and Tutors in the Division of Modern Languages for one year from September 1, 1927, including John Wilson, A.M., and John Marshall, A.B.
  6. Instructors and Tutors in the Division of Biology for one year from September 1, 1927, including Samuel Arthur, S.B., A.M., and Benjamin Kropp, S.B., A.M.
  7. Assistant and Tutors in the Division of Biology for one year from September 1, 1927, including Theodore James, S.B., A.M.

The document appears to be well-preserved, with some visible aging and a stamp on the top right corner dated October 22, 1927.

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The image shows two pages from a document that details appointments and fellowships at Harvard College for the year 1927. Here's a detailed summary:

Left Page:

President and Fellows of Harvard College

Meeting of May 23, 1927:

  • John Peirson Richardson, John Homans Professor of Surgery: Appointed for the term September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on June 25, 1927. Richardson was an Assistant in Surgery from 1913-22 and Associate Professor of Surgery from 1922-27 at Harvard University.

Meeting of September 26, 1927:

  • John Donald Black, Professor of Economics: Appointed for five years starting September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. Black has a background in economics including various roles at different institutions, such as Assistant Professor of Economics at Harvard University.

  • Fred Ralph Blumenthal, Assistant Professor of Orthodontia: Appointed for three years starting September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927.

  • D.M.D. (Harvard):

    • Lifton Land Dudley Jr., Assistant Professor of Education: Appointed for three years starting September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927.
  • A.B., M.D. (Harvard):

    • Adelbert Fernald, Assistant Professor of Orthodontia Research: Appointed for three years starting September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927.
  • John Bradford Tilcher, Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin: Appointed for three years starting September 1, 1927, with consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927.

Additional Notices:

  • Arthur V. Woodworth, S.T.B., Ph.D., appointed as a tutor in the Division of Biology.

Right Page:

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Meeting of October 10, 1927:

  • Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt: Appointed as the German Professor to give a lecture course, starting November 9, 1927, in German by Dr. Goldschmidt, who is a Professor of Art at the University of Berlin and a Visiting Professor of Fine Arts at the German Museum.

Meeting of October 10, 1927:

  • From September 1, 1927:
    • From Allen Porter, A.M., M.D., John Homans Professor of Surgery, Emeritus: Appointment for one year.

    • Louis Chapard, Diplôme d'Études Supérieures de Droit Privé: Assistant at the Lawrence Perival Hall, Ph.D., Director of the Wolcott Gibbs Memorial Laboratory.

    • Hans Swarzenski, Ph.D., Fellow for Research in the Fogg Art Museum: Research Fellow for one year.

    • Alonso Church, Ph.D. (Mathematics): Research Fellow for one year.

    • William M. Whybray, Ph.D. (Mathematics): Research Fellow for one year.

    • Frank Thomson Gucker, Jr., A.M. (Chemistry): Instructor in English and Tutor in the Division of Modern Languages.

    • John Wilson Bowyer, A.M., John Marshall, A.B., Tutors in the Division of History, Government, and Economics.

    • Arthur Vernon Woodworth, S.T.B., Ph.D., Instructor and Tutor in Biology.

    • Samuel Arthur Matthews, S.B., A.M., Instructor in Zoology and Tutor in the Division of Biology.

    • Benjamin Kropp, S.B., A.M., Assistant and Tutor in the Division of Biology.

    • Theodore James Blanchard Stier, S.B., A.M., Assistant and Tutor in the Division of Biology.

There are also mentions of other individuals and their roles, like Professor Edgell from the Fogg Museum and Professor Borin from Emerson College, though not detailed in the main body of the appointment notices.

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The image depicts a collection of historical documents from Harvard College, dated October 22, 1927, detailing appointments and academic announcements.

  1. President and Fellows of Harvard College Appointments (Meeting of May 23, 1927):

    • Edward Peirson Richardson: Appointed Professor of Surgery, effective from September 1, 1927. He previously served as Assistant in Surgery from 1915-1922, Assistant Professor of Surgery from 1922-1927, and was an Associate Professor of Surgery at Harvard University.
  2. Meeting of September 28, 1927:

    • John Donald Black: Appointed Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927. His academic credentials include an A.B. from the University of Wisconsin (1899), A.M. (1901), Ph.D. (1905), and various teaching positions including Instructor, Assistant Professor, and Professor at several universities.

    • Fred Ralph Blumenfeld: Appointed Assistant Professor of Orthodontia for three years from September 1, 1927. His credentials include a D.M.D. from Harvard University (1915) and various roles such as Assistant in Orthodontia and Orthodontist.

    • Lofton Land Dudley, Jr.: Appointed Assistant Professor of Education for three years from September 1, 1927. His academic background includes an A.B. from Harvard (1901), an M.A. from Harvard (1902), and roles such as Instructor and Assistant Professor of Education.

    • Adelbert Fernald: Appointed Assistant Professor of Orthodontic Research for three years from September 1, 1927. His credentials include a D.M.D. from Harvard (1896) and roles such as Assistant in Orthodontia and Orthodontist.

    • John Bradford Tiltcher: Appointed Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin for three years from September 1, 1927. His academic background includes an A.B. from Clark University (1912), A.M. (1913), and roles as Instructor in Greek.

  3. Meeting of October 10, 1927:

    • German Professor to Give Lecture Course:

      • Dr. Adolf Goldschmidt: From the University of Berlin, is to give a course of lectures in German on Fine Arts and German Museum Lectures, starting November 9, 1927.
    • Appointments and Fellowships for One Year from September 1, 1927:

      • Louis Chapard: Diplôme d'Études Supérieures de Droit, Private Instructor in French.
      • Hans Swarzenski: Ph.D., Fellow for Research in the Fogg Art Museum.
      • Alonso Church: Ph.D., Research Fellow in Mathematics.
      • Frank Thomson Gucker: A.M., Research Fellow in Chemistry.
      • J. Robert Oppenheimer: Ph.D., Research Fellow in Physics.
      • William M. Whyburn: Ph.D., Research Fellow in Mathematics.
    • Instructors and Tutors for One Year from September 1, 1927:

      • John Wilson Bowyer: Instructor in English.
      • John Marshall: Instructor in History, Government, and Economics.
      • Arthur Vernon Woodworth: Instructor and Tutor in Biology.
      • Samuel Arthur Matthews: Instructor in Zoology.
      • Benjamin Kropf: Assistant and Tutor in Biology.
      • Theodore James Blanchard Stier: Assistant and Tutor in Biology.

The documents highlight the academic and administrative activities of Harvard College in 1927, including new appointments, visiting professors, and various instructional and research roles.

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The image shows a collection of newspaper clippings from October 1927, detailing academic appointments and events at Harvard College and other institutions. Here's a detailed summary:

Harvard College Appointments

Meeting of May 23, 1927:

  • Edward Peirson Richardson, appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery, effective September 1, 1927. Consent was given by the Board of Overseers on June 23, 1927. Richardson has a background in Surgery, including roles as an Assistant in Surgery at Harvard from 1915-1922 and Associate Professor of Surgery from 1922-1927.

Meeting of September 28, 1927:

  • John Donald Black, Professor of Economics, reappointed for five years from September 1, 1927. Consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. His academic background includes an A.B. from the University of Wisconsin, A.M. and Ph.D. from Harvard, and various teaching roles at several institutions.
  • Fred Ralph Bumelnihal, Assistant Professor of Orthodontia, appointed for three years from September 1, 1927. Consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. His background includes a D.M.D. from Harvard and experience as an Assistant in Orthodontia at Harvard from 1916-1917 and an instructor at Tufts College.
  • Lofton Landis Dudley, Jr., Assistant Professor of Education, appointed for three years from September 1, 1927. Consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. His background includes an A.B. and A.M. from Harvard and teaching roles at several institutions.
  • Adelbert Fernald, Assistant Professor of Orthodontic Research, appointed for three years from September 1, 1927. Consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. His background includes a D.M.D. from Harvard and teaching roles at Harvard and other institutions.
  • John Bradford Titchener, Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin, appointed for three years from September 1, 1927. Consent given by the Board of Overseers on October 10, 1927. His background includes an A.B. from Clark University and teaching roles at several institutions.

Meeting of October 10, 1927

  • From September 1, 1927:
    • Charles Allen Porter, M.D., appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery, Emeritus.
    • Louis Chapard, Diplome d'Études Supérieures de Droit Privé, appointed Instructor in French.
    • Hans Swarzenski, Ph.D., appointed Fellow for Research in the Fogg Art Museum.
    • Alonzo Church, Ph.D., appointed Research Fellow in Mathematics.
    • Frank Thomson Gucker, A.M., appointed Research Fellow in Chemistry.
    • Robert Oppenheimer, Ph.D., appointed Research Fellow in Physics.
    • William M. Whyburn, Ph.D., appointed Research Fellow in Mathematics.
    • John Wilson Bowyer, A.M., appointed Instructor in English.
    • John Marshall, A.B., appointed Instructor in English.
    • Arthur Vernon Woodworth, S.T.B., Ph.D., appointed Tutor in the Division of History, Government, and Economics.
    • Samuel Arthur Matthews, S.B., A.M., appointed Instructor and Tutor in the Division of Biology.
    • Benjamin Kropp, S.B., A.M., appointed Assistant and Tutor in the Division of Biology.
    • Theodore James Blanchard Stier, S.B., A.M., appointed Assistant and Tutor in the Division of Biology.

German Professor Lecture Course

Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt:

  • Date: October 1927
  • Event: A course of lectures in German by Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, Professor of Art at the University of Berlin, will be given in German and delivered in the German Museum Memorial Lecture Room. The course starts on November 1, 1927.

Additional Notes

  • There is a small note on the bottom right corner mentioning an article about the "Perception of Space" by Professor Borlaug, published in "Special Articles" of the New York Times. The note includes an image of a book cover with the title "The Invention or Discovery of America" by Professor Edgar.

The clippings provide a snapshot of the academic activities and faculty appointments at Harvard College during the fall of 1927.

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The image shows a page from a record book of university faculty appointments and meetings, specifically from Harvard University, dated around 1927.

Key Sections and Appointments:

President and Fellows of Harvard College Appointments:

  1. Meeting of May 23, 1927:

    • Edward Pearson Richardson: Appointed John Homans Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927.
  2. Meeting of September 28, 1927:

    • John Donald Black: Appointed Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927.
    • Ralph Bienvenu Fleming: Appointed Assistant Professor of Orthodontia for three years from September 1, 1927.
    • Lofton Leonard Dudley, Jr.: Appointed Assistant Professor of Education for three years from September 1, 1927.
    • Adelbert Fernald: Appointed Assistant Professor of Orthodontic Research for three years from September 1, 1927.
    • John Braidford Thatcher: Appointed Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin for three years from September 1, 1927.

German Professor to Give Lecture Course:

  • Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt: From the University of Berlin, will deliver a course of lectures starting on November 9, focusing on the history of art in Germany.

Meeting of October 10, 1927:

  • Charles Allen Porter: Appointed Professor of Surgery, Emeritus.
  • Various appointments of instructors and tutors for one year starting from September 1, 1927:
    • Louis Chapard: Instructor in French.
    • Lawrence Percival Hall: Assistant in the Division of Modern Languages.
    • Hans Suessenguth: Research Fellow.
    • Alonzo Church: Instructor in Mathematics.
    • Frank Thomsen Gucker, Jr.: Instructor in Chemistry.
    • J. Robert Oppenheimer: Instructor in Physics.
    • William M. Whyburn: Instructor in Mathematics.
    • John Wilson Bower: Tutor in History, Government, and Economics.
    • Arthur Vernon Wodworth: Instructor and Tutor in Biology.
    • Samuel Arthur Matthews: Instructor and Tutor in Biology.
    • Benjamin Kropp: Instructor and Tutor in Zoology and Embryology.
    • Theodore James Blanchard Stier: Assistant and Tutor in Biology.

This page meticulously documents the academic appointments and special lectures that were approved during the specified meetings of the President and Fellows of Harvard College in 1927.

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The image shows an open page from a document or book, specifically detailing the appointments and announcements of Harvard College from 1927. The page is divided into two columns.

Left Column: President and Fellows of Harvard College

  1. Edward Parker Richardson - Appointed as Professor of Surgery from September 1, 1927.
  2. John Donald Black - Appointed as Professor of Economics for five years from September 1, 1927.
  3. Ralph Blumenthal - Appointed as Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology for one year from September 1, 1927.
  4. Lothrop Leland Dudley, Jr. - Appointed as Assistant Professor of Education for three years from September 1, 1927.
  5. Delbert Fernald - Appointed as Assistant Professor of Orthodontic Research for three years from September 1, 1927.
  6. John Bradford Etchemendy - Appointed as Assistant Professor of Greek and Latin for three years from September 1, 1927.

Right Column: German Professor to Give Lecture Course

  1. Adolph Goldschmidt - Coming from the University of Berlin to give a series of lectures starting November 9, 1927. He is a Professor of Art History and the year's Visiting Professor of Fine Arts and Germanic Museum Lecturer.

March 10, 1927

  1. Charles Allen Porter - Appointed as Professor of Surgery, Emeritus.
  2. John Homans - Appointed as Professor of Surgery for one year from September 1, 1927.
  3. Alfred Dufour - Appointed as Diplômé d'Études Supérieures de Droit Privé, Harvard University.
  4. Lawrence Percival Hall - Appointed as Assistant to the Director of the Wolcott Gibbs Memorial Laboratory.
  5. Hans Swarzenski - Appointed as Fellow for Research in the Fogg Art Museum.
  6. Alonso Church - Appointed as Instructor in Mathematics.
  7. Frank Thomson Gucker, Jr. - Appointed as Instructor in Chemistry.
  8. Robert Spengler - Appointed as Instructor in Physics.
  9. William M. Schuyler, Jr. - Appointed as Instructor in English.
  10. Arthur Vernon Woodworth - Appointed as Tutor in the Division of History, Government, and Economics.
  11. Samuel Arthur Matthews - Appointed as Instructor in Zoology and Tutor in the Division of Biology.
  12. Theodore James Blanchard Stier - Appointed as Assistant and Tutor in the Division of Biology.

The document appears to be a formal record of academic appointments and announcements, highlighting the faculty and staff changes within Harvard College during the specified period.

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This is an image showing two opened pages, presumably from a historical or archival document, possibly a book or a binder. The pages contain text that appears to be from an academic or institutional announcement or report, related to Harvard College based on the header "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE."

On the left page, there are several entries each marked with a header that includes a date. These entries appear to be official notices or records from 1927, indicating appointments and other formal decisions made by a board or some governing body of the college. The appointments reference various academic positions such as professors and assistant professors across different fields.

The right page features a prominent headline, "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE," followed by details about Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt coming from the University of Berlin to give a series of lectures. This suggests a cultural or academic exchange or event. Below this headline are more entries similar to those on the left page, indicating more appointments and academic updates with names, titles, and departments.

Between the pages, there is a fold, and the top right corner of the right page appears to be folded over. The document has a slightly aged look, with some yellowing of the pages and the appearance of being carefully preserved. There are assorted markings like lines and annotations in pencil on various parts of the page, indicating that someone may have referred to or used this document for research or record-keeping purposes.

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The image displays a vintage book or ledger that appears to be documenting appointments and announcements at Harvard College. The pages depict different sections listing names, titles, dates, and brief descriptions of various academic appointments, lectures, and research positions.

The left page lists appointments made by the President and Fellows of Harvard College across several meetings in 1927. It includes names and titles of professors in various disciplines like Surgery, Economics, Orthodontics, and Education, along with their credentials and the dates of their appointments.

The right page has a main headline announcing a lecture course by a German professor from the University of Berlin, Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, occurring on November 9, 1927. Below this, there are detailed listings from a meeting held on October 10, 1927, again containing names, titles, and appointment details of faculty members in different departments such as Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology, and History.

The overall appearance of the pages is old and yellowed with age, suggesting historical documents from the early 20th century. Handwritten dates at the top of the pages indicate the specific dates in October 1927 these entries were made or the ledger was in use. The pages also show signs of wear, including tears and creases.

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The image shows an open scrapbook page with multiple newspaper clippings affixed to the page. The clippings appear to be from Harvard University publications dated around 1927. The main clippings include appointment announcements of professors and research fellows at Harvard College.

On the left side, there is a clipping titled "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE" listing appointments from meetings dated May 23, 1927, and September 26, 1927. It details academic appointments for various professors in fields such as surgery, economics, orthodontia, education, and languages.

On the right side, there are two smaller clippings. The top one, dated October 18, 1927, announces a "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE," specifically Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt from the University of Berlin, detailing his upcoming lecture schedule.

The lower right clipping, dated October 10, 1927, outlines appointments from September 1, 1927, including professors and research fellows in areas like surgery, fine arts, mathematics, chemistry, physics, languages, history, biology, and others. Notable names include Charles Allen Porter, J. Robert Oppenheimer, and several others, with their academic qualifications and roles specified.

The clippings are mounted on cream-colored paper with handwritten headers noting the source publications and dates. The scrapbook itself has a dark red cover with visible wear, and the edges of the pages show signs of age. There is a clear plastic support or holder visible at the bottom of the book.

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The image shows an open book, likely a historical document or record, with typed entries detailing appointments and meetings at Harvard College. The book appears to be from the early 20th century, as indicated by the dates and formal language used.

Key Observations:

  1. Title and Header:

    • The top of the left page reads "PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE", indicating that this document pertains to official appointments and decisions made by the governing body of Harvard College.
    • The right page is titled "GERMAN PROFESSOR TO GIVE LECTURE COURSE", suggesting a specific announcement regarding a visiting professor.
  2. Content Layout:

    • The left page contains a list of appointments and meetings, organized chronologically. Each entry includes:

      • Meeting Dates: Such as "MEETING OF MAY 23, 1927" and "MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 26, 1927."
      • Appointed Individuals: Names of professors, their positions, departments, and the duration of their appointments.
      • Consent: Phrases like "Consent given by the Board of Overseers" indicate approval for each appointment.
      • Details: Qualifications, academic backgrounds, and specific roles (e.g., "Assistant Professor of Surgery," "Instructor in English").
    • The right page details a specific announcement about Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, a German professor from the University of Berlin, who is scheduled to give a lecture course. The entry includes:

      • Dates: The course is set to begin on November 9, 1927.
      • Details: Dr. Goldschmidt is described as a Professor of Fine Arts and Germanic Museum Lecturer at the Fogg Art Museum. The course will be delivered in German, and the content will focus on the Germanic Museum.
  3. Formatting and Style:

    • The text is typed, suggesting it was created using a typewriter, which was common in the early 20th century.
    • The entries are neatly organized, with clear headings and structured information.
    • The book has visible page numbers (e.g., "P.6" on the left margin), indicating it is part of a larger volume.
  4. Visual Details:

    • The book has a worn appearance, with visible edges and slight discoloration, hinting at its age and frequent use.
    • The pages are slightly yellowed, typical of aged paper.
    • The spine of the book is visible on the left side, showing the title or subject matter, though it is partially obscured.

Summary:

The image depicts a historical record from Harvard College, detailing official appointments and meetings from 1927. The left page lists various academic appointments, while the right page announces a lecture course by Dr. Adolph Goldschmidt, a visiting professor from the University of Berlin. The document reflects the formal administrative processes of the institution during that era.