The terse conclusion--a brief statement written by one versed in a field after reading a document--is suggested as one answer to the problems of too much to read and of reading many foreign languages. (26 references) (Author/NH)

Conversion of the Chemical Abstract Service scientific literature data base from Standard Distribution Format to a center-oriented file format, STF, is described. A tape file format is described in which variable length logical records, possibly longer than the blocksize, may be stored safely. (7 references) (Author/NH)

A computer graphics method for determining school bus routes. (RA)

Discusses the close interrelationships between the various cognitive functions of the brain and the possibility of improving memory through the use of mnemonic devices. Bibliography. (LC)

The various applications of the Agricultural System for Storage and Subsequent Selection of Information (ASSASSIN) are outlined and the ways a single package may be used complete, or in part, or with modification are shown. (2 references) (Author/NH)

An edge-notched interlibrary loan application form has been designed for use with a Factfinder" vibratory sorter, for use within an applying library to permit easy processing of applications and overdues. The code spaces also allow collection of statistics on type of library borrowed from and type of material. (Author)

Compares the various methods of copying and duplicating documents: dye-line copying, thermography, electrophotography, spirit- and offset-duplicating, stencilling and microfiche and discusses risks of investment, running expenses, quality, costs of copies and their durability. (Author)

An experiment using a computer to assign content designators to unedited machine readable bibliographic data to create MARC records is described. (Author)

A proper system is needed for gathering, processing, and evaluating information to be used as accountability measures. (RA)

Argues that information dissemination through stories is superior to that through unsynthesized data. Describes a new edition of Shahrazad's "One Thousand and One Arabian Nights." (AEA)

Presents a brief review of the literature on organizational behavior and on information seeking and comments on the relevance of this literature (which is not primarily directed toward librarians) to librarianship. Leadership and productivity, motivation, and organizational development are discussed. A 40-item reference list is included.…

The educational system must meet student needs by enabling them to attain a working knowledge of information processing. Business teacher education must prepare teachers to plan, implement, and integrate information processing educational programs. (JOW)