Memorials of a library
Eric Glasgow
(Eric Glasgow is a retired university teacher residing in Birkdale, Southport, Merseyside, UK.)
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Abstract
The history of Southport Public Library from its foundation in 1875 is outlined. The achievements of its Librarian from 1934 to 1964, B.T.W. Stevenson, are discussed and major issues during his tenure noted. Notable local personalities are noted in relation to the Library, in particular the work of local historians and of F.H. Cheetham especially. The development of local history and of the range of enquiries received in the Library are discussed in reference to the Library’s surviving archives.
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Citation
Glasgow, E. (2001), "Memorials of a library", Library Review, Vol. 50 No. 9, pp. 461-465. https://doi.org/10.1108/EUM0000000006151
Publisher
:MCB UP Ltd
Copyright © 2001, MCB UP Limited