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CITY LIBRARY ASSOCIATION 



special request is not great, and it is found that a comparatively mod- 

 erate expenditure for the above purpose yields a very large satisfaction 

 to the users of the library. 



The library profession, like others where increases in salary have not 

 yet caught up with the cost of living, has been everywhere very seriously 

 depleted. During most of the year, this library has been short-handed, 

 and an unusual amount of sickness last winter and spring made condi- 

 tions especially trying. Throughout, the members of the staff have 

 given their efforts loyally and devotedly for the success of the work, 

 and to them all, the most cordial acknowledgment is due. 



Respectfully submitted, 



HILLER C. WELLMAN, 



Librarian. 



