Printed program for the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) 20th annual meeting held October 2, 3, and 4, 1912 at the Guild House in Faribault, Minnesota. Activities include the business meeting, trustees section, addresses of welcome by Mayor Alson Blodgett, Jr., topics cited include library extension in Minnesota, reference services, and the value of special libraries.
Program for the Minnesota Library Association 22nd annual meeting held September 15-17, 1914 in Little Falls, Minnesota. Includes a list of officers and program of events. Cited topics include welcome address by L.D. Bron, Vice-President, Little Falls Library Board, moving pictures and the victrola in the library, story telling, library and local clubs, public meeting, business meeting with committee reports and election of officers.
Report of the 21st annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held October 21-23, 1913, at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota, written by Secretary pro tem, Ruth Ely, Duluth. Includes discussion of Library and Educational Extension, libraries and civic work, community study, the library and the student, aids and methods in reference work, and expectations of school libraries.
Printed program for the Minnesota Library Association 19th annual meeting held September 20, 21, and 22, 1911 at the St. Alban's Beach hotel in Minnetonka, Minnesota,. Includes a list of the MLA Officers and a welcome address by Gratia Countryman, Librarian, Minneapolis Public Library. Cited topics include book selection and trustee's round tables, business meeting with reports of committees and election of officers, use of pictures in libraries, and a story hour symposium; plus notes on transportation and lodging.
Registration list of the attendees at the 20th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held October 2-4, 1912, in Faribault, Minnesota.
Registration list of the attendees at the 22nd annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held September 15-17, 1914 in Little Falls, Minnesota.
Registration list of the attendees at the 21st annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held September 15-17, 1914, in Little Falls, Minnesota. This version was drafted by the MLA secretary. The original registration list with signatures is here: http://reflections.mndigital.org/cdm/ref/collection/p16022coll60/id/1644
Registration list of the attendees at the 21st annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held October 21-23, 1913, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Registration list of the attendees at the 19th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held September 20-22, 1911, Minnetonka, Minnesota (noted as Excelsior).
Report of the 40th annual [business] meeting of the Minnesota Library Association held in Des Moines, Iowa, October 13, 1932, with reports from the certification committee, election of officers, and motions to consult with the legislative and educational authorities about certification for Public and School librarians, and for the Minnesota Library Association to continue their membership in the American Library Association.
Report of the second annual meeting of the Minnesota Library Association held December 26, 1892 in the rooms of the State Historical Society in St. Paul. Total association membership equals 15. Minutes were read, officers elected for the coming year, and a call for meetings to be held quarterly rather than annually to encourage interest in the organization. J.F. Williams read a paper on "The Librarian as a Public Servant" and Dr. Hosmer read a paper on "Browsing." The topic of freedom on access to library shelves discussed, with group agreeing that more freedom was better.
Report of the first annual meeting of the Minnesota Library Association held on December 29, 1891 in the rooms of the State Historical Society in St. Paul with the purpose to organize State Library Association based on recommendations of the American Library Association and similar to associations in other states. Motion was made to create a constitution which was submitted and approved after the meeting [available separately]. Elected officers for the next year are William W. Folwell, President; Helen McCaine, Vice President; and J.F. Williams, Secretary & Treasurer. The Secretary was directed to prepare a circular announcing the organization and be sent to every librarian in the State.
Original constitution of the Minnesota Library Association stating a purpose of mutual aid and cooperation within the library profession with the advantages gained from sharing ideas gained from work experience. Open to all persons engaged in library work in Minnesota as a librarian, and officers or directors of libraries. Calls for one-year appointments to the offices of president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, and a five- member executive committee within the organization. A $1.00 fee will be charged , with no annual dues, and annual meetings will be held during the annual meeting of the Minnesota Educational Association. Lists amendments dated December 26, 1898 regarding membership, the executive committees, annual dues, and annual meetings.
Report of the Spring Quarterly Meeting of the Minnesota Library Association held March 29, 1893 in the rooms of the State Historical Society with 19 members present. Welcome by Ex- Governor Ramsey. Minutes were read and approved. Topics discussed include library architecture (Dr. Folwell), open versus closed stacks and freedom of access for patrons, and a proposed system of travelling libraries to be sent around the state (Miss Countryman). Resolution made expressing sympathy for J. Fletcher Williams in his present illness.
Announcement for the 17th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), September 15-18, 1909, Duluth Minnesota. The conference is a joint meeting of the Minnesota and Wisconsin Library Association, who held their meeting in Superior, Wisconsin. The prelimiinary program states there will be an excursion to Hibbing and the Iron Range. Hotel rates for the conference were listed, ranging from $1.50 - $2.50 per day.
Preliminary announcement of Minnesota Library Association 10th annual meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, July 10-12, 1902 to be held in conjunction with the meeting of the National Educational Association. Includes list of officers and executive committee, and anticipated program.
Announcement and tentative program for the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) 50th Annual Meeting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, October 1-3, 1942, with focus on the organization's history and plans for the future.
Announcement of Minnesota Library Association 11th annual meeting in Owatonna, Minnesota, October 15-17, 1903. Includes list of officers, executive and local committee members, and information on the program, exhibits, membership, transportation and lodging.
Hand decorated, typed notice of events of the Children and Young People's Section during the 1942 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) Conference, including planned tour of the Minneapolis Public Library, business meeting, and luncheon. Originally included with 1942 MLA Conference Announcement mailing.
The College section report from the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, September 30 - October 1, 1949, Hotel Lowry, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Condensed program for the 1957 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, held September 26-28, 1957 at the Hotel Lowry in St. Paul. The theme was "Now it is up to us." Events include a greetings speech by the Honorable Severin A. Mortinson, commissioner of the Department of Libraries, Auditoriums, Museums, and Stadia, St. Paul , and a presentation on rural library development by Julia D. Bennett, Director of the ALA (American Library Association) Washington office.
The County Librarians' section report from the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, September 30 - October 1, 1949, Hotel Lowry, St. Paul, Minnesota.
List of exhibitors for the 43rd annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA). The conference took place October 10-12, 1935 at Lowry Hotel in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Exhibits information used for the 75th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association held October 15-16, 1970 at the Kahler Hotel, Rochester, Minnesota. Includes copies of the letter used by the MLA Exhibits Chairman, applications for exhibits space, a map of the exhibit area in the conference center, and a thank-you letter sent to exhibitors.
Notes on the fourth session of the 1948 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, held October 9-11, 1948 at the Curtis Hotel, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Includes detailed descriptions of a presentation by Miss Vormelker, President of the Special Librarians Association, Mr. Errett W. McDiarmid who represented the American Library Asssociation, and Mr. Donals E. Strout who spoke about the future of the Minnesota Library Association. The MLA business meeting directly followed.
The Membership Committee report from the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, September 30 - October 1, 1949, Hotel Lowry, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Luncheon and dinner menus from the Minnesota Library Association annual conference, September 30 - October 1, 1949 at the Hotel Lowry, St. Paul, Minnesota. The following menus are included: Children's, Young People's, School Librarians' Section, County Librarians' Section, Minnesota Association of Hospital and Medical Librarians, Reference, College, and Catalog Sections, and the conference banquet.
Report of the 35th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) . The conference took place at Lowry Hotel in St. Paul, MN, November 8-10, 1927.
The Nominating Committee report from the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, September 30 - October 1, 1949, Hotel Lowry, St. Paul, Minnesota.
Meeting notes for the 92nd annual conference for the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) held on October 7-9, 1987 at Madden's Resort in Brainerd, Minnesota. The notes include reports from the Treasurer, Secretary, President, Vice President/President Elect, the ALA Chapter Councilor, the member at large for Intellectual Freedom, the member at large for Legislative Affairs, and the Membership Committee. Resolutions were passed to urge the media to report more fully on harassment of local alternative bookstores and information resources, to seek the re-establishment of an ALA-accredited MLS program at the U of M, and to commend Senator Paul Simon and Congressman James Oberstar for their support of library services in Minnesota.
Notes from the 6th annual meeting of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) held on December 14-1, 1898 at the new library building in Rochester, Minnesota. Notes include a list of attendees, amendments to the constitution, resolutions and the list of officers elected.
Notice of proposed change to Article IV of Minnesota Library Association (MLA) Constitution from requiring MLA President and one or more members to participate on A.L.A. Council, to requiring one or more members of MLA to participate, with the associated correction to MLA by-laws. Originally included with 1942 MLA Conference Announcement mailing.
Ballot for 1942 officer election for the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), including seats for the President, First Vice-President & President Elect, Second Vice-President, and Secretary-Treasurer. Originally included with 1942 MLA Conference Announcement mailing.
Transcription of the 1950 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) Conference proceedings held September 28-30, 1950 at the Hotel Duluth in Duluth, with Presidence Mary C. Baker presiding. The opening address was presented by the Honorable George W. Johnson, Mayor of Duluth. Panel disussions include ""Minnesota Legislative Needs"" and ""Should Librarians Read?.""
Minnesota Library Association (MLA) proceedings from the annual conference held September 24-26, 1924 at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The keynote speaker for the opening banquet was Mr. David Bryn-Jones of Carlton College & Trinity Baptist Church, Minneapolis speaking on "The ideals of adult education." The Business Session, presided over by MLA President Mr. Wheelock, appointed members to the Resolutions Committee, and included committee reports for the Agricultural Reading group, the Certification Committee, the Legislative Committee, the Publicity Committee, the Committee on Documents, the Committee for the Survey of Library Service (appointed by the American Library Association), the Education Committee focused on recruiting librarians in library instruction in elementary schools, high schools, teacher's colleges (Mankato, Winona, St. Cloud, Duluth, Bemidji, and Moorhead), colleges and private schools, adult education, and the University Extension Division. The Education Committee made recommendations of current book titles of interest in the areas of home and love stories, novels, mystery stories, cheerful or humorous stories, historical novels, romance, school life and young people, about a special place (western, city or northern story), foreign locales, biographies, books for private libraries, and children's books. An MLA financial statement is also included at the end of the report.
Draft report of proceedings of the 50th Annual Meeting of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), held October 1-3, 1942 at the Hotel Curtis, Minneapolis, MN with hand-written changes (11 pages). Includes information about speakers at the General Sessions; the annual business meeting; the Treasurer's Report; reports by the Library Planning Committee, Legislative Committee, Library Building Committee, Children's Memorial Library Committee, Victory Book Campaign, Publicity Committee, Committee on State Documents, and Nominating Committee; the annual banquet commemorating the 50th anniversary of the founding of MLA; and notes on section meetings of the Junior Members Roundtable, Small Public Libraries, Trustee's, Catalog, Children's and Young People's, College sections, and the Minnesota Association of Hospital and Medical Librarians. [Final report of proceedings stored separately.]
Report of the 55th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association which took place at the Hotel Lowry in St. Paul, Minnesota, September 30 - October 1, 1949
Program for the 79th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association held October 10-11 at the Arrowhead Lodge, Alexandria, Minnesota. The theme was "Countdown to 1984: What's Ahead for Libraries?" Mayor Vernon Bisson presented the welcome. General Sessions topics included "At Last It Can Be Told--The True Story of Minnesota Public Libraries," "A National Plan for Libraries--Round Two!," and "When all Else Fails--Call Me!," The program also included tips on using Robert's Rules of Order and Parlamentary procedure.
Program for the 14th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) held on October 25-27, 1906 in Austin, Minnesota. Presentations cited include the organization, training and duties of library trustees, daily operational issues such as circulation and fine policies, a travelling library round table, and public schools and the public library. Lists of officers and local and program committee members are included.
Program for the 81st annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association held October 6-8th at the Radisson South Hotel, Minneapolis, Minnesota. The theme was "Planning the Future Preserving the Past." General Sessions topics included "Development of Bibliographic Data Bases," and "My Love Affair with Libraries."
Program for the 1958 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, held September 12-14, 1958 at Madden's Lodge in Brainerd. The theme was ""Bigger libraries in a smaller world."" Events include a greetings speech by the Honorable Levi Johnson, mayor of Brainerd. Session topics include ""Progress report on Library Development in Minnesota"", ""Untapped Resources of Information about World Affairs"", ""Books - The Bond Between Us"", ""Super-market Methods in Book Acquisition?"", ""Books Across the Sea Program of the English-speaking Union"", and ""Books in a World on Fire"".
Program for the 77th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association held October 9-10th, 1972 at Madden's Resort, Brainerd, Minnesota. General session topics include a panel discussing a state plan for library service, "Historic Preservation in Minnesota," "Sexism in Children's Literature," "Minnesota Influences on American Foreign Policy," "The New Minnesota Labor Relations Act," "The Arts in Minnesota," and "The Challenge of Chippewa History."
Program for the 92nd annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) held on October 7-9, 1987 at Madden's Resort in Brainerd, Minnesota. The theme for the conference was "Libraries, Literacy and Liberty." General session topics include marketing ideas, standards for library automation, The Minnesota Peace Press, microcomputer applications in libraries, serving non-traditional students, and funding and administering literacy programs.
Printed program for the 37th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), which was held September 4-7, 1929 at the Radisson Inn, Christmas Lake, Minnesota. Dorothy Hurlbert (Librarian, Hibbing Public Library) gave the President's Address, followed with the Welcome by Gratia A. Countryman (Librarian, Minneapolis Public Library). An evening reception followed, hosted by the Twin City Library Club.
Program for the 1960 Minnesota Library Association (MLA) annual conference, held September 22-23, 1960 at Hotel Duluth in Duluth. The theme was "A New Decade for Librarians." Events include a greetings speech by the Honorable E. Clifford Mork, mayor of Duluth. General session topics include "Reference Work in Great Britain," "Highlights and Sidelights on the White House Conference for Children and Youth," "Different Approaches to Solutions of Metropolitan Problems," and "Our French Legacy, Scientific Exploration and Voyageur Songs."
Printed program for the 17th annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association (MLA), which took place on September 15-18, 1909 in Duluth Minnesota. Eugene V. Bohannon of the Duluth Library Board presented the welcome, followed by the President's address by Warren Upham of the Minnesota Historical Society. In addition to a full program, excursions to Hibbing and Iron Range via railroad were provided. Wisconsin held their library association annual conference in Superior, Wisconsin at the same time.
Program for the Minnesota Library Association (MLA) 30th annual conference held October 2-4, 1922 at Spalding Hotel in Duluth, MN. The address was given by Mary Eileen Ahern, editor of "Public Libraries."
Program for the 82nd annual conference of the Minnesota Library Association held September 21-23, 1977 at the Duluth Hotel, Duluth, Minnesota. The theme was "Sharing; Services and Resources." The preconference was "Sharing: Prospects for Planning and Coordinating Continuing Education Resources in Minnesota." Boat trips on Lake Superior were offered before the dinner. Speaker David Madden read selections from his novel Bijou at the dinner.