Issues 256 through 265 of "Fast Facts" from the Library Research Service present data collected from libraries in Colorado and throughout the nation. Topics addressed in these "Fast Facts" from 2008 include computer usage by public library patrons, Colorado summer reading programs, children's' use of public libraries, and the…

This paper provides a snapshot of developments in the electronic journal industry. The first section identifies issues affecting librarians and publishers, including: (1) issues of common concern to both publishers and librarians, e.g., lack of comparable data, lack of context, incomplete usage data, marketing, content provided, interface…

The fifth annual summary of statistics for 14 state university libraries in Illinois is presented. The bulk of this article consists of data compiled in fall 1975 on library collections, staffing, wages, operating expenses, library loan transactions, and library physical facilities. Data on professional staffs are broken down by sex, highest…

The feasibility of combining school and public libraries in Fairfax, Virginia was studied. Case studies were made of attempts by 23 localities in 12 states to combine school and public libraries. Several surveys were conducted to compile applicable laws, regulations, and standards. Four statistical tables were prepared which display information…

Based on annual report data for the fiscal year ending 1975, this statistical report allows public librarians to compare their levels of support and activity with those of other libraries in their population groups. The report consists of three parts: (1) summary tables containing means, medians, and percentile points for indicators, grouped…

This is a report on the three-year statewide study of school library facilities, collections, and services maintained by school districts and those maintained by county superintendents of schools, counties, or cities and made available to schools on a contractual basis. Data for the study were collected on questionnaires sent to every elementary,…

A 1956 Office of Education study showed that 26 million rural residents were without any public library service and that more than 300 rural counties had no public library within their borders. An additional 50 million rural residents had only inadequate service. Congress passed the Library Services Act in 1956 to stimulate the further development…