Public Library, Newark, New Jersey, 1911

 

LIB068493

Eckhart Library, Auburn, Indiana, 1925

 

LIB367012

• Founding: The library was founded in 1912 through the philanthropy of businessman Charles Eckhart. He was a prominent figure in Auburn and a partner in the Eckhart Carriage Company, which later became part of the Auburn Automobile Company.

• Charles Eckhart's Contribution: Charles Eckhart bequeathed funds in his will to establish a public library for the citizens of Auburn. His generous donation provided the initial financial support to create the library.

Library, Titusville, Pennsylvania, 1909

 

LIB256920

Library, Allegheny College, Meadville, Pennsylvania, 1910

 

LIB145619

Halladay Memorial Library, Feeding Hills, Massachusetts, c1905

 

LIB234508

Public Library, Clearwater, Florida, 1947

 LIB123497