The reference librarian finds himself trying to perform his duties somewhere between the demands of the general public, his particular community's mores, his personal view of his role, and what his superiors expect or demand. (2 references) (Author)

Tells why certain kinds of books appear to be threatened by both the new technology and by attacks on the copyright system. (Author/DR)

Break-even analysis is applied to determine what magnitude of titles added per year is sufficient to utilize economically Library of Congress proof slips and a Xerox 914 copying machine in the cataloging operation of a library. A formula is derived, and an example of its use is given. (1 reference) (Author/SJ)

A look at the organizational structure and production services of Tarrant County Junior College's Learning Resources Division. (AK)

There are two principal aspects of automation: the theoretical, or systems area, and the practical or production side. This paper outlines the lessons learned and the problems encountered in planning and implementing an automation program. (Author/NH)

Outlines a procedure for establishing a catalog library system of manufacturers' catalogs for architectural firms. (Author)

Suggestions are made to help minimize dissatisfaction among library student assistants and improve their ability to contribute to the library enterprise. (Author/NH)

Discussion of events and issues that led the American Association to adopt the Library Bill of Rights, to establish a committee on Intellectual Freedom and to continue to emphasize the vital importance of free inquiry. Comments regarding the protection of librarians who practice according to their commitment are also included. (Author/NH)

While there are still vast differences of opinion over tactics and armament, the intellecual freedom campaign has come a long way from Atlantic City. (Author)

The University of Denver is employing a new method for producing copy from the National Union Catalog" which has distinct advantages over other existing methods, particularly as far as cost per copy is concerned. (1 reference) (Author)

Three centuries of injustice have brought about deep-seated structural distortions in the life of the black American. Library service of a relevant nature may be one means of setting these distortions straight and assisting in untangling the social pathology. (22 references) (Author/NH)

Various types of pirated Chinese books are given with specific examples. The basic steps followed for the proper identification of these books is described, and remedies suggested in case the original is discovered after the book has been cataloged according to the information given by the book pirate. (13 references) (Author/NH)

Five of the 53 library school students brought to Dallas with funds from the J. Morris Jones/World Book Encyclopedia ALA Goals Award for 1970 present their reactions to the American Library Association's (ALA) Conference. (Author)

The design and study of library information networks are enhanced by the use of the concepts which have been developed by graph theorists. This paper proposes a general network structure which is a good model for a wide variety of library and other information networks. (4 references) (Author/NH)