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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a newspaper page from the Harvard Crimson, dated Monday, November 11, 1947. The main headlines and articles on the page include:

  1. Charles Eliot Norton Anniversary Memorial:

    • The article commemorates the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birth and the 50th anniversary of his first professorship at Harvard.
    • The event includes an exhibition of Norton's books, manuscripts, and art in the Treasure Room of the Widener Library.
    • A portrait of Norton by John Singer Sargent is also on display.
  2. Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration:

    • The opening of the Charles Eliot Norton exhibition in the Treasure Room of Widener Library is highlighted.
    • Dean Briggs describes Norton as a lecturer and host to students, emphasizing his influence on Harvard men.
  3. Commemoration of First Fine Arts Professor Will Begin Today:

    • The article details the commemoration of Harvard's first professor of Fine Arts, Charles Eliot Norton.
    • It mentions the Tintoretto portrait and other items on display.
    • Dean Briggs speaks about Norton's impact on students and his unique teaching style.
  4. Pathe Exchange Will Combine with Savants:

    • The article discusses a collaboration between Pathe Exchange and the Division of Anthropology at the University to produce moving picture films of anthropological interest.
    • Pathe Exchange has been collecting films for years and will now focus on films of educational value.
    • The collaboration aims to produce films for both educational and commercial purposes.
  5. Plan Art Exhibit:

    • A brief notice about an annual exhibition of objects of art collected by students of the University and of Radcliffe College.
    • The exhibition will be held in the third-floor conference room of the Fogg Museum.

The page also includes smaller headlines and articles related to these main topics, providing additional details and context about the events and commemorations.

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The image is a newspaper clipping from the Crimson, the student newspaper of Harvard University, dated November 14, 1927. The clipping contains several articles:

  1. Charles Eliot Norton Anniversary Memorial:

    • This article discusses the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birthday and the celebration of his legacy. The text mentions that Norton was a patron of the arts and a close friend of Harvard President James Bryant Conant. The article notes an exhibit in the Widener Library and at the New Fogg Museum of the Tintoretto portrait, which was donated by Norton. It also highlights Norton's influence on the appreciation of art and literature.
  2. Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration:

    • This article announces the opening of the Norton Centenary Celebration, including the Widener and Fogg Museum exhibits. Dean Briggs describes Norton as a lecturer and host to students, emphasizing his profound impact on their appreciation of art and literature. Dean Briggs recounts Norton’s influence on his own life, noting Norton's ability to awaken interest in art and literature among students.
  3. Pathe Exchange Will Combine with Savants:

    • This article reports on a collaboration between Pathe Exchange and the Department of Anthropology at Harvard University. They are planning to produce moving pictures of anthropological interest. The agreement involves collecting anthropological materials and filming them, with Pathe Exchange handling the editing and production.
  4. Plans for the Plan Art Exhibit:

    • This part of the article mentions plans for the second annual exhibition of objects of art collected by students of the University and Radcliffe College, featuring works by F. J. Ross 19, to be held in the third floor conference room of the Fogg Museum from 10 to 12 o'clock and from 2 to 4 o'clock.

The clipping is rich with historical and educational details, reflecting the cultural and academic activities at Harvard University during that time.

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The image shows a newspaper spread, likely from November 14, 1927, featuring several articles. The main headline at the top of the right page reads, "Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration," indicating a commemoration of Charles Eliot Norton, a distinguished figure associated with Harvard University. The article describes the opening of an exhibition in the Treasure Room of Widener Library and an exhibition at the Fogg Museum, highlighting Norton's contributions as a fine arts professor and his influence on the university.

Another article, titled "Dean Briggs Describes Norton as Lecturer and Host to Students," provides personal insights into Norton's character and his impact on students, as recounted by Dean Briggs. It portrays Norton as someone who was deeply respected and admired for his knowledge, generosity, and charm.

On the left page, there is an article titled "PATHE EXCHANGE WILL COMBINE WITH SAVANTS," discussing a collaboration between the Pathe Exchange, Inc., and the Division of Anthropology at Harvard University. This alliance aims to produce educational films about anthropology, with the support of Harvard's resources and expertise.

The bottom of the left page also mentions plans for the second annual exhibition of objects collected by students of Professor Edward W. Forrer, to be held at the Fogg Museum.

The layout is typical of a historical newspaper, with multiple columns and a slightly yellowed appearance, indicative of its age.

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The image shows an article from a newspaper dated Monday, November 14, 1937, from Cambridge, Massachusetts. The headline reads "Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration."

Key points from the article include:

  1. Commemoration of Charles Eliot Norton:

    • The article marks the beginning of the centenary celebration of Charles Eliot Norton, who was the first fine arts professor in the United States.
    • Norton is remembered for his significant contributions to Harvard University and the arts.
  2. Exhibits at Widener Library and Fogg Art Museum:

    • Exhibits are opening in the Treasure Room of Widener Library and the Fogg Art Museum to commemorate Norton.
    • LeBaron R. Briggs, Dean of Harvard College from 1891 to 1902, donated items to the exhibits, including Norton's portrait and letters.
  3. Norton's Legacy:

    • Dean Briggs described Norton's influence, mentioning that Norton's home was a gathering place for many young men who later became notable figures.
    • Norton's lectures were noted for their beauty and profound knowledge, appealing to both the heart and mind.
  4. Pathe Exchange Collaboration:

    • The Cinema Corporation and the Division of Anthropology at the University plan to produce anthropological films together.
    • This collaboration aims to create films documenting various cultures and anthropological topics.
  5. Plan for Annual Exhibit:

    • The Fogg Museum is planning its second annual exhibition of art objects collected by students from Radcliffe College and Harvard University.
    • The exhibition will feature items from various rooms within the museum, including a room named after Professor Paul J. Sachs.

Overall, the article celebrates the legacy of Charles Eliot Norton and details the ongoing and upcoming exhibits and projects in his honor at Harvard's libraries and museums.

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The image is a scanned page from a 1927 newspaper, specifically the Crimson, published by Harvard University. The front page features several articles related to the Charles Eliot Norton Centenary Celebration.

  1. Charles Eliot Norton Anniversary Memorial:

    • This article highlights the 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birth. It mentions Norton's contributions to the appreciation of art in the United States and his influence on Harvard's Fine Arts Department, which he founded.
  2. Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration:

    • This article describes the exhibitions at the Widener Library and the Fogg Museum in honor of Norton. The exhibits include Norton's collection of autographed volumes, drawings by Ruskin, and other artworks.
  3. Dean Briggs Describes Norton as Lecturer and Host to Students:

    • The article quotes Dean Briggs, who knew Norton well, describing Norton's impact on students. Briggs highlights Norton's unique ability to inspire and cultivate an appreciation for art and literature. He shares an anecdote about Norton's influence on students during his lectures, particularly his anecdotes about Ruskin and other literary figures.
  4. Pathe Exchange Will Combine with Savants:

    • This article discusses a collaboration between Pathe Exchange, Incorporated, and Harvard University's Division of Anthropology. The project aims to produce educational films based on anthropological research. The collaboration involves the use of Harvard's extensive collection of anthropological materials.
  5. Plan Art Exhibit:

    • This smaller article mentions plans for an art exhibit of objects collected by students of the University and Radcliffe College, to be held in the Fogg Museum.

The layout of the newspaper includes various headlines and subheadings, with photographs and illustrations related to the exhibits and the historical figures mentioned. The page is dated November 14, 1927.

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The image is a page from an old newspaper, specifically the "Cambridge Chronicle," dated Monday, November 14, 1927. The main content focuses on the centenary celebration of Charles Eliot Norton, a notable figure in the arts and education.

  1. Headlines and Articles:

    • Charles Eliot Norton Anniversay Memorial: The article discusses the upcoming 100th anniversary of Charles Eliot Norton's birth and the commemorative events planned by Harvard University.
    • Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration: This article describes the opening of exhibitions in the Widener Library and the Fogg Museum to celebrate Norton's legacy. It mentions the display of Norton's portrait and his personal items.
    • Dean Briggs Describes Norton as Lecturer and Host to Students: Dean Briggs of Harvard gives a speech about Norton's influence on students, highlighting Norton's role as a lecturer and his impact on the students' appreciation of art, literature, and life.
  2. Other Sections:

    • Pathe Exchange Will Combine with Savants: This article discusses a collaboration between Pathe Exchange and the University's anthropologists to produce educational films using anthropological materials.
    • Plan Art Exhibit: This section mentions the plans for the second annual exhibition of art collected by students, which will be held in the Fogg Museum.
  3. Additional Details:

    • The newspaper page is a mix of text and images, with some of the images appearing to be advertisements and other content.
    • The page is a part of a larger collection, with other newspaper pages visible on either side.

The articles collectively highlight the scholarly and cultural significance of Charles Eliot Norton, his influence on education, and the university's efforts to commemorate his legacy.

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The image you've provided appears to be that of an open newspaper or journal. It is yellowed with age, suggesting it is quite old. The newspaper is titled at the top with the header "CAMBRIDGE, MASS., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 1927." The article in the upper right corner is headlined "Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration" and talks about commemorating Charles Eliot Norton as the first Dean Briggs Norton Arts Professor, with a series of lectures and exhibits at the Widener Library and the Fogg Art Museum at Harvard University. The article on the left, under the header "CHARLES ELIOT NORTON ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL," continues content related to Norton's commemoration. Below, another article titled "PATHE EXCHANGE WILL COMBINE WITH SAVANTS" discusses a planned cooperation between the cinema corporation and anthropologists to move picture production, indicating a blend of cinema and scientific study at that time.

The photo also shows the edges of other pages and the frayed condition of the paper at the fold, giving us further indication of the physical state of the newspaper and perhaps its storage condition. The paper is also marked with a red "Crimson" stamp in the upper right and left parts of the newspaper, hinting at a possible connection with Harvard University, which has a student newspaper by that name.

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This image shows an open scrapbook with several newspaper clippings affixed to the pages. The clippings appear to be from different dates, but all related to Charles Eliot Norton, commemorating his centenary celebration. Topics covered within the clippings include details about art exhibits at the Widener Library and Fogg Museum, collaborations between universities and anthropologists, and notes on upcoming exhibitions. The articles highlight Norton’s contributions and influence as a Fine Arts professor and a renowned scholar. Several handwritten notes, likely dates, are visible on the clippings, suggesting a careful archiving of these texts. The scrapbook itself is bound in a dark red cover with visible tabs and edges, indicating a collection of notable information and memory keeping.

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The image shows an open scrapbook or album with two newspaper clippings pasted on the pages. The clippings consist of articles and announcements related to Charles Eliot Norton and an art exhibition honoring him.

The left page features several clippings:

  • A piece titled "CHARLES ELIOT NORTON ANNIVERSARY MEMORIAL" talks about plans to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Charles Eliot Norton, a professor and influential figure in arts at Harvard University.
  • Below it is another article titled "PATHE EXCHANGE WILL COMBINE WITH SAVANTS," describing a collaboration between a cinema corporation and university anthropologists to produce educational anthropology-related films.
  • At the bottom, there's a small clipping announcing a "Plan Art Exhibit" mentioning the second annual exhibition of objects of art collected by students of the University and Radcliffe. It provides details about the exhibition location and times.

The right page contains a longer article dated Monday, November 14, 1927, with the headline "Widener and Fogg Exhibits Open Norton Centenary Celebration." The article discusses:

  • The opening of the Charles Eliot Norton exhibition at Harvard, including the display of a Tintoretto portrait and various literary materials from Norton’s collection.
  • A speech by Dean Briggs who praises Norton’s influence as a professor and host to students, emphasizing Norton's impact on Harvard men and the appreciation of beauty, art, and literature.
  • Mention of annual Christmas parties hosted by Norton at Shady Hill and how the tradition continued after his death.

Both pages appear to be carefully preserved and taped inside the album, and the overall subject focuses on celebrating Charles Eliot Norton's legacy at Harvard University through exhibitions and commemorations.

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The image shows an open book with newspaper clippings from November 14, 1927, featuring articles about Charles Eliot Norton. The first article discusses the plans for a memorial exhibition of Charles Eliot Norton's works at the Widener Library, including portraits and collections from the Fogg Museum and the Tintoretto collection. The second article highlights the opening of the Norton Centenary Celebration, featuring exhibits and lectures by Dean Briggs, who describes Norton as a unique lecturer and host to students. The third article discusses an alliance between Pathé Exchange and Harvard University's Department of Anthropology to produce moving picture films of anthropological interest.