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News Notes of California Libraries, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

California State Library

 
9781333067540: News Notes of California Libraries, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A detailed snapshot of California’s law libraries at the turn of the 20th century.

This issue surveys public and private law collections, showing how county and state libraries were organized, funded, and accessed. It combines historical notes with a practical directory that would help researchers, librarians, and students understand the structure and reach of legal resources across the state.

Inside, you’ll find a town-by-town inventory of law libraries, notes on county law library systems, and information about private collections. The compilation highlights how libraries were funded, how access was granted, and how these collections supported legal work and public knowledge.

  • A county-by-county roster of law libraries and their holdings
  • Details on governance, funding, and access for county and state resources
  • Notes on private law collections and notable librarians of the era
  • Context for the development of California’s legal information infrastructure

Ideal for researchers, librarians, and historians interested in California’s legal history and library development.

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