This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
More Fiction 15 Read by Butte Youngsters
Trustees report to the old city council shows a strong library preference for fiction among adults and juveniles. Across 1917 to 1919 fiction issued reached over 114,000 for adults and 92,000 for juveniles, with social science and history titles also prominent. Regular memberships totaled 14,543 with 485 juvenile members. non fiction and special teacher cards added to a total of 13,782 cards. Growth of library use since 1893 is noted, with a dip in 1915-1916 due to influenza and one year closure. Photographs of founders Charles X. Larrabee and Granville Stuart are thanked. space needs and moving the children's department are discussed. additions include 17 purchases and 342 gifts plus bound periodicals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Butte
Charles X. Larrabee
Granville Stuart
Itecame
Court House
Red Cross
Aira