Madison CT, Scranton Library, 1959

 

In 1900, the Scranton Library was constructed, designed by architect Henry Bacon, who later gained fame for designing the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. The original building was completed at a cost of $30,000 and housed a collection of 1,000 volumes upon its opening on July 21, 1900.

Meriden CT, Connecticut, Curtis Memorial Library, 1959

 

The Curtis Memorial Library in Meriden, Connecticut, was a significant landmark in the city's history. Established in 1903 as a gift from Mrs. George R. Curtis, it served as Meriden's primary library for seven decades before being repurposed as the Augusta Curtis Cultural Center. The building's architectural design and cultural importance have made it a subject of interest for postcard collectors.

1959 Public Library, Oelwein, Iowa

In 1909, a library association was formed in Oelwein with $1.00 memberships. In 1911, the Free Public Library of Oelwein was formed when the city took over ownership and Mayor J.F. Cole appointed a board of trustees. The library was open on the second floor of city hall, six days a week from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Miss Pearl Schneider was the first librarian at a salary of $30 per month. [SOURCE] [LIB0016]