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...terms of the Naumburg bequest of 1930, a rare collection of paintings and other works of art, together with the panelled room which housed the collection in the owner's residence, were given to the Museum. The sum of $125,000 was also bequeathed for its installation and maintenance. The new addition is to contain the Naumburg room which will be situated on the second floor and will be used as a sort of living room, corresponding to the Farnsworth Room in Widener Library...
...Harvard Graduate's Magazine in a recent issue has pointed out a striking example of the University's mismanagement of Funds. The Archibald Coolidge bequest of some six hundred and fifty thousand dollars for the Library has been diverted from its intended purpose. Instead of applying the interest of this sum to enriching the Library in any way, the Corporation has used the money to pay the so called "Library defleit" which is the part the Corporation contributes to the expenses of the Library. As a result, the Library's income remains the same as formerly, and it does...
...much needs, but it will also tend to discourage others from giving to the University. People will be little inclined to leave money to the College when they see the gifts of others used in such fashion. Further, to the donor's family and friend, this misuse of his bequest might seem almost a breach of faith...
Gustav Holst, distinguished British composer, known for his orchestral, choral, and operatic works, will teach Composition in the course Music 7 under the Division of Music for the second half of the present academic year. Holst comes to Harvard under the Lamb Bequest, made possible through the generosity of Mrs. Horatio A. Lamb, in memory of her husband. Holst's works include an orchestral suite "The Planets", and a choral work "Hymn of Jesus...
...terms of the bequest of George H. Leatherbee one course in the Harvard Business School, George Baker Foundation, is open annually without expense to properly qualified men. In accordance with the terms of this bequest, during the year 1931-32, "Real Estate Fundamentals" will be open without charge to such men as satisfy the School that they are in a position to profit from the work of the course. This course will be given by Associate Professor Frank De W. Washburn...