As the university or research library grows it loses sights of any objective for existence except existence itself. In the end it collects as much as it can and selects little or nothing. (Author/MM)

A summary of the results of a study made to determine what differences, if any, exist in the use of books selected by different methods (librarian, faculty, blanket-order approval plans) in academic libraries. (Author/NH)

A discussion of library user and staff reaction to the microfilm program with special emphasis on Biological Abstracts." Space requirements for films, reader-printers and storage of supplies is included. (Author/NH)

Facility case studies are presented on ten public libraries. (Author)

The validity of the direct shelf approach as a concept for organizing library materials, with special reference to its component, browsing" is investigated by this survey. Findings implied policy recommendations for library management and library school curricula. (33 references) (Author/NH)

An informative Analysis is presented of the ten years of continuous growth, the problems and future prospects of the library, and a review of its role in the over-all development of the teaching and research programs of the university. (2 references) (Author/MM)

The annual city expenditure for public libraries is compared to annual expenditures for selected other services, from 1950 through 1968-69. (Author/MM)

One of the major findings of this study is that the use of the library, especially in the eyes of the nonuser, is strictly course-related, and unless he is "guided" in this manner, the inspiration or the inclination, or the time to extend himself are not there. (6 references) (Author/NH)

The efficiency and effectiveness of a domestic blanket approval plan is compared with traditional acquisitions procedures based upon a unit cost study carried out at four libraries in the state university system of Florida. Comparative costs are measured. (2 references) (Author/NH)

Public library services to children have made great contributions in the past and should be preserved at all costs. (5 references) (AB)

The mechanized circulation routines of an aircraft company have reduced operating costs. (AB)

The article argues two main points: (1) make decisions about library automation in the context of competent organization, management, and planning; and (2) lay a sound foundation for automation by completing a step-by-step sequence of tasks. (Author/NH)

What should be taught in a library instruction program for general biology students is presented and two ways of providing the instruction are discussed. The two methods, lecture-demonstration and guided exercise are described, and evaluated for their effectiveness. (7 references) (Author)

Issue is taken with the library-college or librarian-as-educator notion which has gained favor with some academic librarians. The author states that one of the reasons for this movement is: Call librarians educators and they will have an effective talking point when seeking full academic status with the instructional faculty." (7 references) (MM)

Substantial efforts must be continued toward creation of a national network of libraries able to fulfil the task falling to it in the cultural economic and social development of the country. (Author)