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Smallest library to close in Back Valley Tennessee
America's Smallest Library in Dot Byrd's yard will be replaced by a larger campus library in Coalfield. The 5 by 6 by 6 foot structure holds 2000 volumes and has long served 1500 residents with a community book network since 1956. Funds for the new building near completion with $55,000 goal and about $10,000 left.
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Appalachia
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Tennessee
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California
Jim Rivers
Oliver Springs
Richard Davis
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