One hundred topics in Iowa history, 1914.

Dr. Dan Elbert Clark compiled and Benjamin F. Shambaugh edited this edition of a list of Iowa history topics, which originally was suggested by Miss Alice Tyler, Secretary of the Iowa Library Commission in 1907. It is also called Bulletin of Information Series, no. 7 published by the State Historical Society of Iowa. The subjects presented will give the reader a general knowledge of the more important facts and phases of Iowa's commonwealth history. Also included in this document are lists of authors of the articles sited, suggested courses of study or reading in Iowa history, the Governor's of Iowa, United State Senators from Iowa and a list of some of the important dates in early Iowa history.

An Architectural and Historical Survey of Public Libraries in Iowa 1870-1940, 1980

The public library movement f the early twentieth century was a national phenomenon, in which Iowa, along with its neighboring states, played a prominent role. In 1900, the Iowa Library Commission noted 48 free public libraries in the state. Today there are approximately 500, in towns ranging in size from Beaman, with a population of 222, the Des Moines, the state capitol. Iowans took enthusiastic advantage of Andre Carnegie's library philanthropy. In 1919, the Carnegie Corporation stopped funding libraries, 101 building has been erected in Iowa with Carnegie funds. Iowa place fourth among the states in terms of the number of communities obtaining Carnegie buildings, fifth in dollar appropriation per one hundred population and eighth in the total amount of money given by Carnegie to a state. These figures provide some measure by which interest in popular education among Iowans of the period can be judged. Today these early libraries, often the most distinctive public libraries in small or medium-sized towns, are physical foci in the townscapes of their communities and centers for a variety of educational and social activities. This survey was initiated by the Division of Historic Preservation in 1977. It grew out of the need to provide a framework within which libraries could be evaluated for National Register action. Several libraries (Des Moines, Grinnell, Eagle Grove, Carroll) has been recent candidates for the Register. There was every indication that enthusiasm for old library buildings was increasing and that more nominations could be expected in the future. The attrition rate among early library buildings was (and is) growing. Most libraries were built on limited budgets (Carnegie did not squander his money) and, despite the fact that future expansion was usually a conscious consideration in their design, they are rapidly becoming obsolete, due to expanding collections and changing styles of librarianship. If the protection of the threatened with demolition or alteration, action needed to be taken.

Children's books for Christmas presents : an annotated list /

"This is a list of one hundred books, selected by the Public Library Commission of Indiana to form a collection suitable for gifts for children"--P. 3.

Annual report.

The 1st report includes "A brief survey of the Public Library Commission of the State of North Dakota. Its present condition, criticisms and some recommendations, by Charles E. Strangeland."

Report.

Report year ends June 30.

Books for boys and girls of Oklahoma.

Mode of access: Internet.

Annual report of the Mississippi Department of Archives and History.

Report for 1936/37 includes the Biennial report of the State Librarian, 1935/37; and the Sixth biennial report of the State Library Commission, 1936/37.

Report.

Report year varies.

Study outlines ...

Each number contains "List of Books from which references are made."

Report.

First report covers period 1900-03.

Summer school for librarians; outline of lectures and problems.

Caption title.

Reports.

Mode of access: Internet.

[Miscellaneous materials].

Ephemeral material consisting of: a brochure with the title "Are you getting your share of free books?" (1 copy); a card with the caption "Do you want to know what to read? Where to get it?" (1 copy); "Farmers' free libraries, record of borrowers" (2 copies); "Free travelling libraries, record of card holders" (2 copies); "New Year's greetings" dated 1910 (2 copies); "North Dakota State Public Library Commission : work accomplished from its beginning, 1908 to July 1, 1912" (1 leaf; 2 copies); a post card with the title "Travelling libraries circulated by the Public Library Commission, Bismark, N.D." (2 copies); and a brochure with the title "What are farmers libraries?" (2 copies).

With the birds of Indiana. For the use of librarians in their work with schools.

Edited by Merica Hoagland, corresponding secretary and organizer.

Comparative legislation bulletin.

At head of title: Wisconsin Free Library Commission. Legislative Reference Department.