ALA reactions to threats of government intimidation of individuals, of the press, and of one library group against another are described. Background and on-the-spot interviews about libraries vanishing $200 million are presented. (Author/SJ)

The author traces the involvement of the library press in controversial social issues concerning the library world. (28 references) (SJ)

Report of current news and developments in libraries, including suggestions for accreditation of public libraries and the need for convictions and social action by librarians and library associations. (JS)

Discussion of the work of the American Library Association's Committee on Accreditation includes committee membership, the proliferation of library programs, application of accreditation standards, the status of library schools, library school enrollments, the marketplace, curriculum, librarian certification, and practitioner problems. (EJS)