Reports given by the president, treasurer, chapter and division liaison officers, and the advisory council at the meeting are presented. Also included are actions of the board of directors, resolutions passed, and general news of the 64th annual conference. (SJ)

The 1972 annual meeting of the American Library Association, with the theme Media: Man, Material, Machine, is reported upon. (SJ)

Divisions and other units of the American Library Association review the events at the Chicago, 1972 annual meeting. (SJ)

The retiring Executive Director of the American Library Association (ALA), David H. Clift, is honored by this brief biographical profile which discusses his early library career and the 20 years at ALA. (SJ)

The identity crisis of the American Library Trustee Association emphasizing its relationship with the American Library Association is discussed. (Author/NH)

Governmental intimidation and harassment here and abroad, violations of constitutional rights, statements on minors, isms,'' and reevaluating library collections are subjects dealt with by the Intellectual Freedom Committee during its work week in Chicago. (Author/NH)

The 1972 midwinter meeting of the American Library Association (ALA) in Chicago is reported upon. (SJ)

Major issues and problems that are plaguing the American Library Association are discussed. (SJ)

Additional insight into the scope and complexity of ALA's Annual Conference in Dallas, June 21-26, 1971 is provided. (Author)

Following a brief sketch of the first fifty years of the Catholic Library Association, a glimpse of what could be expected from the association during the next fifty years is given. (NH)

Catholic librarians are reminded of their responsibilities of providing the kind of literature that will give decent amusement and inspiration. (NH)

Presents opposing viewpoints to the proposed restructuring of the Catholic Library Association. (MF)

A report presented for consideration of Council and ALA Membership, Midwinter meeting, January 1971. (Author)