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1. The Library Beacon April - June, 1934
- Creator:
- Saint Paul Public Library (St. Paul, Minnesota)
- Date Created:
- 1934-04 - 1934 - 06
- Description:
- Page 1. "For Summer Readers, A Pleasant Place To Read Or Study," Study goes on in the Reference Room, students find it a cool place to work. When the weather is hot the air is "washed" and cooled before being driven by fans through the entire building. "Recent Book-Lists. "Summer book lists, covering many topics were available for the public. Page 2, The Plight Of Young People In The Depression," A sobering appraisal of the plight of young men and women caught in the Depression. "Books About Our Boys And Girls," Another list concerning the dilemma of the youth of the country. "Books In A Democracy," A statement by Arundell Esdaile, Secretary of the British Museum. Page 3. "What Vocation Shall I Choose?" A selection of information on a variety of careers. "An Expression Of Thanks," Over 2,200 materials comprising books, maps, periodicals were donated to the library. Some branches received subscriptions to journals, Others received cash. One individual gave a donation of three dollars. Who will ever know the story behind her donation? Page 4, "A Notable Gift Of Books," Books donated by the Long family in memory of Lily A. Long and Olive M. Long. An example of a book plate from the Long family is illustrated.
- Contributing Institution:
- Saint Paul Public Library
- Type:
- Text
- Format:
- Newsletters
2. The Library Beacon January - March, 1934
- Creator:
- Saint Paul Public Library (St. Paul, Minnesota)
- Date Created:
- 1934-01 - 1934-03
- Description:
- Page 1. "General Reference Room," The black and white photograph clearly shows how busy this and the Reading Room were. In 1933 both rooms recorded a total of 242,083 people. Many sought to enhance the job skills. Page 2."The Public Library In 1933," The statistics show an active library with a reduced budget. Page 3. "Breaking Records In 1933," A record year for circulation and registration of borrowers, all reference desks were busy. "St. Paul And Minnesota Material Wanted," Any materials concerning the early history of the city and the state were welcome. "Riverview Artists In Branch Library," Local artists donate work to library. Page 4."Acknowledgement To Donors," The Child Psychology Study Circle donated consistently. "Some Special Services Of The Library," Each subject department fielded unique subject requests. Music department provided sheet music for choral directors. Industrial Arts collection included the following titles : "Practical Frog Raising" ; " How to Make $10.00 A Day With Your Kodak," The Social Science Room listed "ABC of the N. R. A."
- Contributing Institution:
- Saint Paul Public Library
- Type:
- Text
- Format:
- Newsletters
3. The Library Beacon July - December, 1934
- Creator:
- Saint Paul Public Library (St. Paul, Minnesota)
- Date Created:
- 1934-07 - 1934-12
- Description:
- Page 1. "ST. Paul Citizens Come To The Rescue!" "Donations-- July-December, 1934." (This summary issue is made possible by a donation.) Gifts of materials and money were to numerous to be printed. The library asked for continuance of gifts for 1935. Page 2. "The New Deal--Recent Books," Books both pro and con evaluate the efforts of the New Deal. "The 'New Deal' In Periodicals," The debate continues with the citing of journal articles. Page 3. "Federal Aid, Civil Works Administration," A review of work done by the Civil Works Administration. The C.W.A was discontinued in March,1934. The projects were revived under the State and Federal Relief Administrations. Many records were brought up to date, 14,373 books were mended and all shelves were dusted. "F.E.R.A. in Library Projects," Rehabilitation and redecoration of library buildings were conducted. "Children's Book Exhibit," The exhibit was held from November 1 to December 10, attracted 3,378 people. "The Library's Christmas Decorations," A Christmas tree and wreaths were again donated to the library. Page 4. "Supplementary Reading For Your Children," A description of the work that went supplying schools with supplementary reading material. A quotation by Rutland (Vt.) Herald. Page 5."Once A Week Only, In A Library Station," Pictured are children standing line to check out books in the Welcome Hall Community Center on Farrington and St. Anthony Ave. In 1934 the station loaned 7,500 volumes. Page 6. "Who's Who?" Among Living Celebrities. A list of Who's Who type books owned by the library.
- Contributing Institution:
- Saint Paul Public Library
- Type:
- Text
- Format:
- Newsletters
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