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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 046-047

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Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.

Moved by Mr. Merritt and seconded by Mrs. Williams that the librarian and assistant librarian be given a week's vacation with pay. Motion carried.

Moved by Mrs. Williams and seconded by Mr. Merritt that during July and August the library close all day Wednesday and on Saturday nights. Motion carried.

Moved by Mr. Merritt and seconded by Mrs. Williams that expenses of the assistant library Ina Hight to the work shop of Battle Creek be authorized (These were estimated at $25). Motion carried.

In a discussion the board asked the librarians to keep a record of what groups used the buildings club room and when.

Moved by Mrs. Williams and seconded by Mr. Merritt that approval be given for construction of book shelves in an unused doorway of the children's reading room. Motion carried.

Mrs. Minnie Van Slyke, librarian, appeared before the board to advise she wished to be relieved of her duties in the not distant future and asked the board give consideration to naming a qualified successor. Mrs. Van Slyke set no date at this time for her retirement. She was praised for her long and faithful service.

Mr. Shindorf building caretaker, discussed with the board problems of weed eradication, lawn and shrubbery care and asked if something more satisfactory could be worked out with the city in regards to grass cutting. Mr. Krieger said he would consult with city officers on matters Mr. Shindorf presented, and with the future farmers organization at school about spraying for weed control. The meeting adjourned at 9PM. Leslie B. Merritt, Secretary

A.C. McClurg & Co, Theo Shindorf, Ina Hight, M.L. Van Slyke, Swann's Store, Detroit Edison, Michigan Bell, G.McCloskey, A.N. Margins, M.J. Weaver, Ruth Bennett, C.N. Holkins, Johnson Drug Store, City of Howell

Howell, Michigan, July 18, 1951

The library board met on this date at 7:30PM at the library. Present were Theodore Krieger, chairman Mrs. H.L.