This third in a series of research reports on the topic of bibliographic relationships highlights linking devices used in library catalogs that connect bibliographic records for related items. Devices examined include catalog entries, i.e., main entry headings, analytical entries, cross-references, and added entries; uniform titles; and other…

The dictionary catalog is described as a logical answer to the inadequacies of the divided catalogs ofthe nineteenth century. The claims in behalf of a return to the divided catalog are challenged. (Author/NH)

A semi-humorous article suggesting that libraries should have both a dictionary catalog and a divided catalog. The author also suggests additional card catalogs, such as a people catalog and a place catalog. (Author)

Twenty-nine questions to be asked before deciding on a book catalog are presented with comments based on the experience of the Baltimore County Public Library. The assumption made throughout this paper is that the work will be done by computer. (Author/NH)

Describes a study that examined the feasibility of using machine links in an online catalog based on the presence of an OCLC control number, International Standard Serial Number (ISSN), or Library of Congress control number (LCCN) to link successive-entry serial bibliographic records that result from serial title changes. (Contains nine…

After a brief description of the Micrographic Catalog Retrieval System (MCRS) and its use in card production, searching procedures are outlined along with statistical data. The experience has demonstrated that the use of MCRS can mean a saving of staff time and more rapid retrieval of LC cataloging copy for current books. (6 references) (Author/NH)

A questionnaire was sent to 446 members of OCLC to ascertain their views on the development of a special minimal standard to be used only for the conversion of retrospective cataloging records to machine-readable form. It was found that 74.5 percent would oppose the creation of a new lower standard. (Author)

Seventy-two libraries participated in the development of a cost model for library catalogs, considered alternate forms of catalogs (including various combinations of card, computer output microfilm, and online), and prepared input data for computer runs to arrive at costs. Card catalogs appeared to be the least costly. (FM)

The principle of uniform headings was designed primarily for the card catalog. The computerized catalog presents other problems, and economic factors, the capacity of the catalog, and the user's approach should all be considered in determining the course of its development. (MBR)

This study describes holdings of microfiche edition of Austrian National Library catalog in terms of place, date, language of title, and nature of material. A brief history of the Austrian National Library and comparisons of catalog with the "National Union Catalog" (pre-1956) and "Gesamtverzeichnis des deutschsprachigen…

Proposes several methods to catalog monographs that are part of collections to provide users with access to the collection as well as to the individual titles. Highlights include MARC records; online catalogs; bibliographic listings; numeric links through classification schemes; tracing links; and host-item entries. (Contains nine references.)…

Discusses the reasons and methods for retrospective conversion of library catalog data into machine-readable form. The need for standards is emphasized and suggestions are given for documenting local standards. Ideas are included for completing the conversion of a project done by a vendor, where some parts may have been overlooked. (Author/EM)

Describes a study conducted to determine the main differences in online catalog searching styles and results among library staff, faculty, and patrons at Adelphi University (New York). Transaction log analysis, questionnaires, zero hit searches, keyword, author, title, subject, and other search strategies were evaluated to determine patterns of…

In order to increase the efficiency of Public Catalogs, the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Library divided its catalogs into three independent units. This report describes the simplified rules of filing developed for that arrangement. (Author)

This description of the functional characteristics of 20 online public catalogs in libraries in the United States notes their origin and scope, search methods, access points, search commands, record displays, user assistance, database and technical characteristics, and costs. Six references and illustrative material are provided. (EJS)