Included are a general statement of duties; distinguishing features of the class; examples of work; required knowledge, skills and abilities; and acceptable experience and training for each of: Library Page, Senior Library Page, Library Clerk, Library Clerk-Typist, Senior Library Clerk Typist, Media Technician, Senior Media Technician, Principal…

This study has been undertaken to determine the library needs of Auburn, Massachusetts, and to analyze the existing library services. The community analysis includes use of the 1970 U.S. Census, interviews and other available data and the survey of the library includes samples of the circulation, registration, and shelf list, and analysis of the…

Tells the history of the Louisville, Kentucky, Public Library's "Colored Branch." (PF)

From 1973-1975 public librarians fared worse economically than public libraries. (Author)

An interview with Steve Rogge, county librarian, Cambell County, Wyoming. (PF)

Describes how the Chicago Public Library's Central Library building, an 80-year old building and an official city landmark, was converted into a popular library and cultural center. (JPF)

The third in a series of reports on major studies issued by the National Commission of Libraries and Information Science (NCLIS), "Improving State Aid to Public Libraries" is examined in the first part; "Help Plan the New Library" is discussed in the second. (JPF)

A brief history of films is followed by a listing of 500 16mm films compiled by the Film Library Information Council for use as a guide for a basic core collection in a medium-sized public library. Film title, length, color, and distributor are included. (MBR)

General Revenue Sharing (GRS) was developed under the pretension of bringing government closer to the people by enabling them to exercise greater influence on the distribution of federal tax revenues. Libraries have not received fair and impartial consideration under GRS; in fact, very few public services have. (Author/JPF)

Describes a line item budgeting system for libraries which relates costs to services and priorities, thereby facilitating direct comparisons among institutions. Also outlined are the potential benefits of such a system, including increased accountability, better definition of programs, and more information about expenditure per program for…

The article describes the conception and the doubts surrounding this new library, and reports upon the achievements of the first year after it opened in February 1977. The users, facilities, and services are discussed briefly. (Author/JAB)

Discusses the implications of a development plan which resulted from a UNESCO survey of the Bolivian library situation. (VT)

This article traces the historical development of use of pictures in storytelling. Discussion focuses on scrolls and sheets used in 11th and 12th century religious ceremonies; public exhibitions of pictures in 140 B.C., picture cloths in India; Kamishibai picture cards in Japan, and picture books used in public libraries for storytelling. (JPF)

The United Kingdom has established an Adult Literacy Resource Agency and a three-year television and radio adult literacy project. Public libraries are involved in these projects and provide special services for adult student-readers. (Author/KP)