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Oregonian Musings on Progress and Public Libraries
The piece reviews social and economic progress in Oregon and the U S from 100 years ago to the present, contrasting average Americans then and now. It cites wealth, education, clothing, housing, diet, and reading habits, and discusses library campaigns and traveling libraries as pivotal in advancing public access.
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China
Togar
Ani
Federation Library Campaiites
Linane
Ameh Elie
Legisatore
Washington
Goernor Rogers
Alate
Iddabo
Oregon
Bone
Oregun
Coast
California