Spencer Public Library, Spencer Iowa, A Survey of the Building Needs, 1966

(1966) Spencer Public Library, Spencer Iowa, A Survey of the Building Needs, 1966. Library of Iowa, State

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Abstract

The Spencer, Iowa Public Library in many ways makes a favorable impression on a vistor--the attractive, lighted outside sign, the book return box, the well kept grounds and the well maintained building, the good lighting and air conditioning. Inside the library one is aware of good housekeeping and effective public relations, and a desire to serve and help are in constant evidence. But along with all these favorable impressions is the overwhelming fact that the library is bulging at the seams, and that the 1904 Carnegie building is entirely inadequate for the Spencer of 1964. For some time the library board has been concerned with the problem of an overcrowded, outdated library building.