Both users and non-users of the Springfield, Oregon Public Library were interviewed for this survey. A user is defined as one holding a library card. Two separate questionnaires were administered to the two categories. Information from the users focused on what kinds of materials they want to read and their awareness and use of various library…

Attempts by American library systems to bring the public library and its services into the lives of people with little or no tradition of using books for pleasure and profit are reported in hopes that Canadian public librarians may be able to put some of this report's findings to practical use. Librarians working in disadvantaged areas are…

Social change in the 1960's has created a new climate for literary expression in the coming years. In order to emphasize the change in reading taste, and the corresponding change in writing fiction, the Oregon State Library sponsored a workshop dealing with book selection in this new era. Many communities in Oregon are conservative in their…

In this journal issue six short articles concerning copyright law and practice are teamed with twelve others about cooperative experiences in Illinois libraries. The doctrine of "fair use," which limits the copyright owner's exclusive rights, is the subject of perspectives by an educational media publishing company and a library. The…

Wisconsin state library, school library, and public school agencies advise against the consolidation of school and public libraries as a response to budget pressures. Adult library use generally declines under such arrangements. Inequity of support for various geographical areas could result. In addition, legal questions concerning the use of…

This study sought to determine (1) the attendance of public librarians in government documents workshops, (2) the familiarity with and use of selection and reference tools, (3) the amount of money spent for the purchase of government publications, (4) the receipt of government publications from congressmen, and (5) if special courses in government…

This article provided an account of the organization of cultural activities in the city of Bologna, Italy. It stressed the activities' significance in terms of the city's cultural policy by attempting to show obstacles encountered and efforts made to overcome them. (Author/RK)

Gives data on 56 municipal libraries in some 40 categories. (PF)

Examines the concept of young adult services in public libraries, concentrating on lack of adequate professional personnel and training, administrative rigidity, and future directions for these services. (CWM)

The paper describes the public library system in Finland, which is regulated by legislation. Included are the preparation of legislative reforms, funding, the development of library services, and the increase in library services and use during the past decade. (MF)

Bridgeport may be considered a "typical" American city with an active historical past. However, few records of local history have been collected. The public library, which has an existing collection on genealogy and 19th century history, has initiated a program to actively seek archival collections. (JAB)

ALA's Public Library Association Goals, Guidelines, and Standards Committee presents this interim document--the first in over a decade to guide public library managers and lay decision-makers in assessing public library services--for review by the public library community. (Author/JPF)

The development of film services and use in the public library is described from its beginning in 1910 to the present. The rationale presented is based on examination of certain keys periods in this development and takes into consideration both library practice and its theoretical basis. (MBR)

Describes the problems associated with the management of part-time library employees and some solutions afforded by a job sharing arrangement in use at the Greater Victoria Public Library. This is a voluntary work arrangement, changing formerly full-time positions into multiple part-time positions. (JVP)

Addresses the question of whether eight public libraries can work together to serve a common area. The problem, objectives, personnel, programs, materials, and training involved in setting up shared staffing to provide regional service to Spanish-speaking residents are described. (VT)