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Fogg Museum Scrapbook, March 1927 - February 1928

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 6, 1929. The bulletin contains various sections and articles related to Harvard University and its alumni. Here is a detailed summary of the content:

  1. In the World of Art:

    • This section discusses the purchase of a rare Shakespeare book by Henry E. Huntington, which was previously owned by notable figures such as Edward I and Henry II. The book will be added to the Huntington Library.
  2. Kinlock:

    • A tribute to Alexander McKinlock, an ornament and honor to Harvard, his country, and the world. The article mentions his contributions and the impact he had on those around him.
  3. American Antiquarian Society:

    • Reports on the annual meeting of the American Antiquarian Society held in Worcester, Massachusetts. Waldo L. Lincoln was re-elected as president, and Clarence S. Brigham as treasurer. Other officers and members are listed.
  4. The Crimson Board:

    • Lists the newly elected officers of the Harvard Crimson Board, including the president, managing editor, business manager, and other members.
  5. Harvard Alumni Bulletin:

    • Announces the newly elected board members for the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, including John D. Batchelder, Jr., John P. Harmon, Walter L. Hood, and others.
  6. Liberal Club Officers:

    • Lists the newly elected officers of the Harvard Liberal Club, including the president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and executive committee members.
  7. Meals at Brooks House:

    • Describes the services provided by the Phillips Brooks House Association, which offers breakfasts and luncheons to students and alumni. The demand for these meals is high, and a room has been set up in the basement of Brooks House to accommodate more people.
  8. Debate with Boston College:

    • Announces an upcoming debate between the Harvard Debating Team and the Fulton Debating Society of Boston College. The debate will discuss the resolution "Resolved that 'All power tends to corrupt and absolute power corrupts absolutely.'"
  9. At Fosters:

    • Mentions a watercolor drawing by H. Olmsted displayed at Foster's, depicting the Harvard-Yale football game. The drawing shows the action on the field and the crowd in the stands.

The page is part of a bound volume, as indicated by the visible binding and other pages in the background.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, specifically page 359, dated December 26, 1927. The page includes several articles and announcements:

  1. In the World of Art: This section discusses the publication and exhibition of William Blake's work, specifically mentioning the engravings of "The Book of Job" and the influence of Blake's work on other artists like Augustus John. It also mentions an upcoming exhibition at the Fogg Museum in Cambridge.

  2. Harvard Alumni Bulletin Articles:

    • Alexander McKinlock: A brief tribute to Alexander McKinlock, who was a Harvard graduate, and his contributions to his country and the world. The text notes his passing and the impact he had on others.
    • American Antiquarian Society: Reports on the election of new officers for the society, including Samuel B. Woodward as treasurer, Charles L. Nichols as president, and Chandler Bullock as treasurer.
    • The Crimson Board: Lists the newly elected officers for the Crimson Board, including Alan R. Swezey as managing editor, Willis G. Hazard as photographic chairman, and others.
    • Liberal Club Officers: Announces the officers elected for the first half of the academic year, including E. H. Hubbard as president, H. A. Rush Jr. as treasurer, and others.
    • Meals at Brooks House: Describes the venture of serving breakfasts and lunches at small cost to students who are part of the Phillips Brooks House Association.
    • Debate with Boston College: Announces a debate between the Harvard Debating Society and the Fulton Debating Society of Boston College, with the topic being "Resolved that 'Al' Smith is the most suitable candidate for the Presidency."

Additionally, the page contains the date (December 26, 1927) prominently displayed, along with some other sections of the newspaper that are partially visible, such as "Courses" and "Boston Herald." The page has a vintage feel, typical of publications from the late 1920s.

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The image is a page from a newspaper, specifically the December 25, 29 edition of the "Boston Herald." The page contains several articles and announcements.

  1. Top Left Corner:

    • The World of Art:
      • An article titled "In the World of Art" by F. W. Corburn discusses the book "The Book of Job Inventions," produced by Francis I and Henry II in the 15th century and published in Lyon in 1581. It also mentions a lecture on Blake’s work at the Museum of Fine Arts.
  2. Harvard Alumni Bulletin (Page 359):

    • Kinlock:

      • The article describes Alexander McKinlock, an alumnus who passed away. It notes that he was honored by Harvard and his contributions to his country and race.
    • American Antiquarian Society:

      • The officers for the first half of the current academic year are listed, including E. H. Hubbard as president and various other members.
    • The Crimson Board:

      • Announcements about managing editor and other positions, including Alan R. Swezey as managing editor and Roland H. Sharp as secretary.
    • Liberal Club Officers:

      • The newly elected officers for the Harvard Liberal Club are listed, including E. H. Hubbard as president and others in various roles.
    • Meals at Brooks House:

      • Information about the Phillips Brooks House Association's new breakfast and lunch service for students and faculty.
    • Debate with Boston College:

      • An announcement that Harvard Debating Team will debate with the Boston College team in January, focusing on the question, “Resolved that ‘Al’ Smith should have been President.”
  3. Additional Articles:

    • The lower left section includes a few other smaller articles, such as a listing of alumni activities, and a mention of a meeting or event at the American Antiquarian Society.

The page is a mix of alumni news, club activities, and academic events, reflecting a blend of social, cultural, and educational happenings within Harvard University.

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The image displays a page from a book or a document, which appears to be a collection of news clippings or a compiled report. The page is dated December 25, 1924. The top of the page features the header "Boston Herald," indicating the source of the news clippings.

The main content on the page is divided into several sections:

  1. In the World of Art:

    • The article discusses the current state of art, mentioning that the Museum of Fine Arts is the usual center of interest. It highlights the lecture by Mr. F. W. Coburn on "The New Decoration" and mentions that the Boston Art Club is showing the work of the W. M. Paxton class. It also refers to the exhibition of paintings by Charles W. Hawley at the D. Dolbeare & Co. and the Boston Loan Exhibition of American Art at the Copley Society.
  2. Harvard Alumni Bulletin:

    • This section includes several sub-sections:
      • Kinlock: A tribute to Alexander McKinlock, who passed away. The text praises his character, integrity, and contributions to Harvard and his community.
      • American Antiquarian Society: Reports on the annual meeting held on January 16, with details about the officers elected, including Charles H. L. John, Waldo Lincoln, and others.
      • The Crimson Board: Lists the elected officers for the Harvard Crimson, including Alan R. Swezey as managing editor, and others like John L. Batchelder, Jr., and David P. Harmon.
      • Liberal Club Officers: Lists the elected officers for the first half of the current academic year, including E. H. Hubbard as president, H. A. Rusch as vice-president, and others.
      • Meals at Brooks House: Announces that the Phillips Brooks House Association will serve breakfasts and luncheons for students at low cost, with a committee including E. H. L. and others.
      • Debate with Boston College: Reports that the Harvard Debating team will meet the Boston College team at Symphony Hall on January 11 to debate the question, "Resolved that the President is responsible for the present condition of the country."

The layout of the page is organized with clear headings, and the text is printed in a readable, traditional newspaper font. The content reflects a mix of cultural, academic, and social news relevant to Harvard and the broader Boston community.

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The image shows a page from the "Boston Herald" dated December 2, 1924. The page contains several sections and articles, including:

  1. Headline Article: "In the World of Art"

    • This article discusses various art-related news and events.
    • It mentions a book titled "Book of Job" with illustrations by Arthur W. Heintzelman and a volume of "Francis I and Henry II" published in London.
    • There is a note about an exhibition of Pietro Aretino at the Palazzo Pitti in Florence.
  2. Article: "Kinlock"

    • This piece is about an individual named Kinlock, who is described as an ornament to Harvard and his country.
    • Kinlock is noted for his distinguished and selfless service, and his dedication to the welfare of others.
  3. Harvard Alumni Bulletin

    • American Antiquarian Society:

      • A meeting of the society was held in Worcester, Massachusetts, on October 19.
      • Samuel B. Woodward resigned as president after twenty years, and officers were elected: Charles L. Nichols as president, Chandler Bullock as treasurer, among others.
      • New members and corresponding members were elected.
    • Graduates’ Magazine:

      • Mentions the resignation of the editor, Prof. A.E. Kennelly, and the appointment of William Allan Neilson as the new editor.
  4. The Crimson Board:

    • Lists newly elected officers for the Harvard Crimson, including Alan R. Sweezy as managing editor and other editors for different sections.
  5. At Postes (Column):

    • Discusses the literary scene, mentioning various publications and authors.
    • Mentions the Fog Museum and a book by Walter Pach, "Ananias, or The False Artist."
  6. Harvard Alumni Bulletin (continued):

    • Liberal Club Officers:

      • Lists newly elected officers for the Harvard Liberal Club, including E. H. Hubbard as president and others in various roles.
    • Meals at Brooks House:

      • Describes a new initiative by the Phillips Brooks House Association to provide meals at Brooks House, including details about costs and operations.
    • Debate with Boston College:

      • Announces a debate between Harvard and Boston College on the topic of U.S. diplomatic recognition of the Soviet government, scheduled for January 11.

The page is a mix of news articles, society updates, and announcements relevant to the Harvard community and the broader cultural and academic world.

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The image shows a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 25, 1924. The page contains several articles and announcements related to Harvard and its alumni activities.

  1. Main Article:

    • The central article is titled "In the World of Art" by F. W. Coburn. It discusses the art world and mentions a lecture by the author at the Museum of Fine Arts. Coburn describes an exhibition of works by Alexander McKinlock, highlighting his contributions and the impact of his work on the art community.
  2. American Antiquarian Society:

    • The article reports on the annual meeting of the American Antiquarian Society, held in Worcester, Massachusetts. It notes the resignation of President Samuel B. Woodward and the election of Charles L. Nichols as the new president, with Chandler Bullock as treasurer. Several other officers are also mentioned.
  3. The Crimson Board:

    • This section lists the newly elected officers of The Crimson, Harvard's student newspaper. The managing editor is Alan R. Swezey, with Willis G. Hazard as the photographic chairman, Roland H. Sharp as secretary, and several other members of the board.
  4. Liberal Club Officers:

    • The Harvard Liberal Club has elected new officers for the first half of the academic year. The list includes President E. H. Hubbard, Treasurer H. A. Rusch Jr., Secretary J. C. T. Flexner, and several other committee members.
  5. Meals at Brooks House:

    • The Phillips Brooks House Association is organizing meals for students, including breakfast and lunch, at a small cost. These meals will be provided in the basement of Brooks House.
  6. Debate with Boston College:

    • The Harvard Debating team, representing the Fulton Debating Society, will debate against Boston College in Symphony Hall on January 11. The topic is "Resolved that 'Al' Smith should have been nominated for the Presidency."
  7. Advertisements:

    • The page also features several advertisements for various courses, including those from the Harvard Summer School, which are listed along the left and bottom edges.
  8. Other Sections:

    • The page includes other small articles and announcements, such as a mention of the Boston Herald and the World of Art column, as well as a brief note about an exhibition of watercolors by R. Clipston Sturgis.

The layout is typical of a bulletin or newsletter, with a mix of news articles, announcements, and advertisements.

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The image shows an open book with two visible pages. The right page is from the "HARVARD ALUMNI BULLETIN" and includes sections titled "AMERICAN ANTIQUARIAN SOCIETY," "THE CRIMSON BOARD," "LIBERAL CLUB OFFICERS," "MEALS AT BROOKS HOUSE," and "DEBATE WITH BOSTON COLLEGE." The page is numbered 359.

Part of the left page is obscured by the right page, but the visible portion at the top features a clipping from a newspaper titled "In the World of Art" by W. M. Coburn, dated Dec. 25, '27, and sourced from the Boston Herald. The content of the newspaper clipping appears to be about the Museum of Fine Arts, discussing exhibitions and artworks, including Buddhist paintings and artists like Kojiro Tomita.

The book is held open with clear plastic supports, and the pages have a slightly yellowed, aged look, indicating it is an older publication.

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The image shows a page from what appears to be an old publication, specifically the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The page is slightly yellowed with age and is open to an article with the header "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." A subtitle within the view reads "American Antiquarian Society" which refers to an article discussing the society and its members. The right edge of the page is somewhat curled, revealing another page behind it. The top left corner of the image includes a clipped article header that reads "In the World of Art" from the "Boston Herald, Dec. 6, '41", indicating that this article is from December 6th, 1941. The Bulletin contains various text sections about alumni and activities, with names and affiliations mentioned in the context of club officers, committee members, and other mentions typical of alumni-related content.

The page is well-maintained though it shows signs of age and use. There's a feel of archival material - substantial, well-kept, but definitely from an earlier period, possibly the mid-20th century, judging by the '41 date and typeface used.

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This is a scanned image of a historical document consisting of a newspaper clipping and a page from a publication called the "Harvard Alumni Bulletin." The clipping at the top left is from the Boston Herald, dated December 6th, 1927, and appears to be a section titled "In the World of Art" by F.W. Coburn. Below the clipping is an excerpt from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, which is page 359 of the publication.

The page includes several sections such as:

  1. American Antiquarian Society:

    • Details about the annual meeting of the society held in Worcester, which includes the appointment of several new officers.
  2. The Crimson Board:

    • Information about the election of new managing editors for "The Crimson", listing their names and roles.
  3. Liberal Club Officers:

    • A list of newly elected officers for the Harvard Liberal Club for the first half of the academic year, along with their respective positions and hometowns.
  4. Meals at Brooks House:

    • Mention of the Phillips Brooks House Association's initiative to serve breakfasts and lunches this week, with specific reference to accommodations for students.
  5. Debate with Boston College:

    • Announcement of an upcoming debate between Harvard and Boston College teams, set to discuss whether Al Smith is qualified for the presidency, scheduled to occur in Symphony Hall, Boston.

Other miscellaneous details include names and towns of various individuals related to Harvard alumni activities and student clubs. The condition of the document suggests it has been carefully preserved, possibly part of an archival collection, with the text primarily typed and formatted in a straightforward manner typical of early 20th-century publications.

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The image shows an open book, specifically a page from the Harvard Alumni Bulletin, dated December 25, 1927. The page is from the Boston Herald section, as indicated by the header at the top left. The content is formatted in a newspaper-style layout, with multiple columns of text and various headings and subheadings.

Key Features of the Page:

  1. Headline and Title:

    • The main headline at the top reads: "In the World of Art", suggesting the article is related to art or cultural topics.
  2. Columns and Layout:

    • The page is divided into multiple columns of text, typical of newspaper or bulletin formatting.
    • The left column contains a detailed article discussing the American Antiquarian Society, mentioning officers, meetings, and resignations. It also references notable individuals such as Samuel B. Woodward and Charles L. Nichols.
    • The right column contains additional news items, including:
      • Harvard Club Officers: A list of officers elected for the Harvard Club of Boston.
      • Meals at Brooks House: Information about the Phillips Brooks House Association, including breakfast and lunch services.
      • Debate with Boston College: A note about a debate scheduled between Harvard and Boston College on January 11, with the question being resolved by a vote.
  3. Textual Content:

    • The text is dense and formatted in a serif font, typical of early 20th-century publications.
    • The content includes names, titles, and organizational details, indicating it is an official bulletin or newsletter rather than a casual news article.
  4. Page Number and Source:

    • The page is numbered 359, located at the top right corner.
    • The header indicates it is from the Boston Herald, dated Dec. 25, '27.
  5. Visual Elements:

    • The page appears to be part of a bound volume, as suggested by the visible spine and the structured layout.
    • There are no illustrations or photographs; the content is purely textual.

Contextual Clues:

  • The Harvard Alumni Bulletin suggests this is an official publication for Harvard University alumni, providing updates on university-related news, events, and organizational activities.
  • The inclusion of the Boston Herald header implies that this page may have been reprinted or included as part of a larger publication or archive.

Overall, the image depicts a historical document from 1927, focusing on academic, organizational, and cultural news relevant to Harvard alumni and the broader Boston community.