The Canadian National Library collects and preserves the serial publications, mostly newspapers, of Canadian cultural communities. Its Multilingual Biblioservice provides books in their own language to Canada's minority language groups. (PF)

The academic librarian in the period since 1876 has consistently promoted greater access to informational materials. Several periods represent an approximate emphasis in chronological sequence; these are: (1) accumulation of materials, (2) organization of resources, (3) personal assistance to readers, (4) organization patterns, and (5) physical…

This paper discusses the importance and the place of collections preservation management in the larger preservation objectives of a library or an archive. Topics addressed include the issues, restraints, strategies, and difficulties associated with implementing collections preservation. The first section frames some of the management issues…

The staffs, premises, collections, readers' service, information services, educational and research activities, publications, and cooperative efforts of Polish polytechnical institute libraries are described. (SJ)

The results of a questionnaire sent to medical schools in Burma, Sri Lanka, India, Indonesia, Mangolia and Thailand to survey the state of medical libraries are reported. Comments and recommendations are made. (3 references) (SJ)

This paper, a lecture to library school students, presents in detail four elements that make a special library special," as background for a discussion of suggested approaches to follow in managing a special library. (Author/AB)

A list of reference books is presented as a basis for a Canadian newspaper library. (Author)

The church library is primarily a special library which provides resources on the history, theology, educational programs, music, art and worship of a particular denomination not generally found in the local public library. (AB)

This 28-item annotated bibliography for establishing a local history collection which was compiled for the Reference and Adult Services Division, History Section, Local History Committee of the American Library Association, lists recommended background readings, technical assistance aids, and selected case studies. (EJS)

Describes the development and operation of the University of Kansas Regents Center Library, which serves nontraditional students within a three county area. Sections cover establishing the library; policy and procedures; staff, collections and acquisitions; reciprocal and liaison services; the library today; and management techniques. (JD)

Presents results of a survey of 83 libraries in the United States and Canada which provide services to Native Americans. The questionnaire used contained five major sections: general information, facilities, personnel, collection, and services. (FM)

Extension services for older adults offered by the Adriance Memorial Library in Poughkeepsie, New York are identified. (Author)

Discusses the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress which has been documenting the nation's folklife since 1977. Highlights include the history of the Center; projects; public presentations (live events, workshops, lectures); exhibitions; publications and future plans. (AEF)

Summarizes information about public libraries in the 50 states and the District of Columbia for state fiscal year 2000. Also contains information about service measures, including Internet access, and collections and library finance. (SLD)