Biennial Report of the Librarian of the State Library: For the Fiscal Years Ending October 31, 1897 and 1898 and First Biennial Supplement to the General Catalogue (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Indiana State Library

9780266935582: Biennial Report of the Librarian of the State Library: For the Fiscal Years Ending October 31, 1897 and 1898 and First Biennial Supplement to the General Catalogue (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266935583 ISBN 13: 9780266935582

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Biennial Report of the Librarian of the State Library (1897–1898) and Supplement to the General Catalogue

This historical government report outlines Indiana’s state library aims, holdings, and operations at the end of the 19th century. It explains the library’s purpose for state officers and public service, and describes how collections and governance evolved over time.

The book details the library’s scope, including a substantial collection of around 29,000 volumes and a focus on state and national documents. It also reviews how county, township, and public libraries were organized and funded, with historical notes on legislation, taxation, and administration. A section highlights missing titles and the ongoing effort to keep the catalog accurate.

The original aim and ongoing purpose of the Indiana State Library.
Size and composition of the collection, especially important government documents.
Insights into library governance, funding, and the legislative framework for libraries.
Practical notes on cataloging, missing books, and the evolution of public library services.

Ideal for readers of Indiana history, state library history, and 19th‑century public records collectors who want a firsthand view of library administration and policy in that era.

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