Comments are given on: the 18th edition of the Decimal Classification, the MARC Automated Serials System (MASS) project, and the Cataloging and Indexing Group's survey of catalog use. (11 references) (NH)

The direct-chaining technique of hash coding is generalized in a manner that is useful for storing records on the basis of non-unique search keys. Two hash functions are used, a process implying a tree structure. Two models, one involving unique and the other non-unique keys, are presented. (7 references) (Author/KE)

An on-line serials control system with particular emphasis on storage and maintenance concepts is described. The system allows real-time display and updating of all elements of the file. (6 references) (Author)

The MARC system which is available today must be the forerunner of a more comprehensive, interactive system of shared bibliographic information. (Author/NH)

Project Library Exemplary Elementary Demonstration of Springfield (Oregon) (LEEDS) demonstrated the feasability of an automated library system. There are now plans to develop a statewide network. (JS)

The technology of choice to effect the humanization and economic well-being of libraries is computerization. (20 references) (Author)

To facilitate the routing of periodicals, a computerized system of printing and updating routing lists was designed to replace a manual one. A computer program generates a data base of staff routing choices and prints out routing slips for each periodical. (Author/NH)

Three experiments were made by a flexible machine search system to test the retrieval efficiency of searching free text and keywords. Results based upon relevance judgements of users indicate that titles and abstracts are good index material which can be used for machine searching without human indexing. (Author/SJ)

Production was increased by analyzing the duties of the staff and assigning duties to the proper level of personnel. Further improvement was made through the use of process forms and machines. (Author/NH)

Developments and trends in various technologies relevant to library usage are examined for new insights and perspectives into the future of library technology. (Author/AB)

Without sophisticated machines, Rhode Island sets up a processing unit to serve all types of libraries in the state. (Author)

The authors describe a system which refers to the use of teleprocessing terminal hardware in an off-line (non-computerized) mode for instructional purposes." (Author/AA)

This paper discusses the Experimental Library Management System's features which facilate user interaction, and may prove useful in similar systems; techniques for tutoring the user, adaptability for the experienced user, minimization of keying, performance of clerical tasks by exception notification, and collection of operational statistics to…