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Peer reviewedPerry, Joanne M. – Special Libraries, 1982
Discusses the superiority of vertical filing of maps in compressor-style vertical units over horizontal filing in drawers, emphasizing such factors as physical protection of the collection, ease of filing and retrieval, and efficient use of space. Disadvantages of vertical filing are also reviewed. (Author/JL)
Descriptors: Information Retrieval, Information Storage, Library Collections, Library Equipment
Peer reviewedLanglois, Dianne C.; Von Schulz, Jeanne V. – Special Libraries, 1973
A survey of the R. E. Gibson Library's journal collection was conducted to determine: (1) which journal titles could be discontinued, (2) which journal holdings could be moved to remote storage, and (3) which journal holdings could be converted to microfilm. (7 references) (Author)
Descriptors: Library Collections, Methods, Periodicals, Storage
Peer reviewedShaw, Renata V. – Special Libraries, 1972
Picture storage and retrieval are discussed. The use of Individual and Group cataloging is explained. (Part 1 appeared in the October, 1972 issue of Special Libraries''). (1 reference) (Author)
Descriptors: Cataloging, Information Retrieval, Information Storage, Library Collections
Peer reviewedShaw, Renata V. – Special Libraries, 1972
Three methods of picture storage and retrieval used in collections without automatic data processing facilities are discussed in two parts. Part I covers self-indexing files which can be used for portraits, geographical pictures, things, plants, animals, and events. Part 2, will discuss individual cataloging and group cataloging. (2 references)…
Descriptors: Filing, Indexing, Information Retrieval, Information Storage
Peer reviewedFreyschlag, Elizabeth K. – Special Libraries, 1980
Outlines the kinds of contributions picture postcards can make to library or museum materials, particularly to historical files as documentation of certain aspects of history. Various methods for putting collections of cards in order are described, from general policies concerning use and disposal, to sorting, indexing, and housing. (Author)
Descriptors: Classification, Indexing, Information Utilization, Libraries
Peer reviewedDeBardeleben, Marian Z.; Lunsford, Carol G. – Special Libraries, 1982
Recounts the development of a slide storage and retrieval system at the Philip Morris Research Center in Richmond, Virginia and describes the methods used to classify and access slides in the collection. A reference list and three appendices accompany the text. (JL)
Descriptors: Archives, Automatic Indexing, Classification, Indexing
Peer reviewedNewman, Wilda B.; Amir, Michlean J. – Special Libraries, 1978
An evaluation of the Applied Physics Laboratory Library was conducted with the view of changing the current collection policy and establishing guidelines for selection. The evaluation included defining the purpose, using a microfiche ordering system, screening items received, guidelines for weeding, microfiche vs paper copy, costs, and…
Descriptors: Evaluation Criteria, Information Storage, Library Collections, Microfiche
