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Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 128-129
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met November 19 at 7:00 o'clock in the library.
The minutes of the October 15 meeting were read and two corrections were made. One concerned a raise for the janitor which could not be approved by the board because the budget would not permit it. Mr. Krieger asked that this statement be inserted: 'there had been no overall raise for city employees' The other correction was by Mrs. Hight who said the cost of the pamphlets she was giving out during Book Week had been $3.50 rather than $1.50.
Mr. Baldwin told about his conversation with Mr. Tholen concerning leaks in the roof Mr. Tholen and other city employees had been in the library a few times when no leaks were discernable and it was decided that they would have to try to come at the exact time the leaks are occurring. Mrs. Hight will try to notify them.
Mr. Baldwin next told about his inquiry into the possibility of having the cemetery equipment used for the removal of leaves in the library yard. It seems that this equipment has been built by the cemetery employees and because of its rather delicate construction they are reluctant to have it used by others. The leaf situation is taken are of for this season so the matter stands here to be taken up possibly again next year.
Mrs. Hight gave us the following reports: the clock is working having been cleaned by Mr. Shindorf, possibly all that it needed. Then she gave some figures which she had sent to the state in her annual report - last year the circulation of adult books and magazines was 15,176 and children's 10,008 and for 1957 adults were 31,630 and children's 12,495, an increase of 16,454 adults and 1,587 children's. The overall total increase was 18,041. She attributes this increase to good advertising, in the newspaper, the work of the 'Friends of the Library' and also the capable committee composed of who read suggested and recommended books and help her in the selection to be purchased, making better books available in the library. Mrs. Hight makes the final selection. Also she has incorporated a 7-day table of books which seem to circulate faster and while they may be renewed there are few request. Too, she has more help and the longer they are in the library the more efficient they become and consequently more work is accomplished. Adults have become more interested through work done with the children, namely the story hours and the Reading Club. There are more and more requests for story hours. Possibly too, Mrs. Hight believes with the tightening of money people may be reading more. It was also reported that there was no increase in the number of rural patrons but 660 more adults and children in Howell.
A very interesting discussion followed on the type and kinds of books in demand in the library and the kinds being published. What should the library do about books that should really be on the shelves but are rarely requested.
Present at the meeting were: Mr. Krieger, Mr. Paul Baldwin, Mrs. Hoch, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman. The meeting then adjourned the next regular meeting to be January 21, 1958 on Tuesday evening at 7:00PM in the library. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, Recording Secretary.
Sports Illustrated Magaine, Purdy & Woodruff, C.N. Holkins, Demco, Detroit Edison, Michigan Bell Telephone, Gilkes & Zizka -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 130-131
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Ellisons, Gayloards, Dorothy Warner, Jerry Fisher, Jane Randles, Ted Shindorf, Al shindorf, Ina Hight, City of Howell, Detroit Edison, Michigan Bell Telephone, Bowker Co. Doubleday, Detroit News, Demco, R.L. Polk, Counsins Printing, Horn Book, Ideals Publishing
The Howell Library Board met January 21, 1958, at 7:00 o'clock in the library. Present were Mr. Theodore Krieger, Mr. Paul Baldwin, Mrs. Karl Hoch, Mrs. Gerald McCloskey, Mrs. Bird Hight and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman.
The minutes of the November 19, 1957 meeting were read and approved.
Mrs. Hight reported that the clock again needed attention and she had asked Mr. Robert Chapel to repair it. Also that the O'Lone family had given a gift of $18.00 to the library to be used to purchase children's books. Mrs. Stanley Warner, assistant librarian would like two more hours of work each week. She now puts in 24 hours and would like 26 hours. Mrs. Jerry Fisher would also like more hours no putting in 8 hours and would work extra hours at $.35 an hour.
Mr. Shindorf the janitor, said the boiler to the furnace will be needing repair before another winter. mrs. Hight had talked with Mr. Field local furnace man concerning this and he said the cost would be approximately $125.00.
The library floors are needing attention and Mr.Rothbun who had laid them said they can be patched. Mr. Shindorf would like an electric waxer Mr. Bozarth examined the linoleum and said he could do it all for $65.00. A discussion of this situation followed and it was moved by Mr. Baldwin and seconded by Mrs. McCloskey that a silicone preparation for the linoleum be investigated and to delay the renting or purchasing of an electric waxer. This carried unanimously It was also move by Mrs. Hoch and seconded by Mrs. McCloskey that Mrs. Hight be instructed to purchase sealer for the floors.
After this some time was spent on the 1958 budget after which the board adjourned to meet on Tuesday night, February 3, at 7:00 o'clock in the library. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, Record. Secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 132-133
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Detroit Edison, Michigan Bell, Gilkes & Zizka, Al. Shindorf, Ted Shindorf, D. Warner, Ina Hight, Jerry Fisher, John Fisher, Detroit News, H.W. Wilson Co, Cousins Printing, Livingston County Press, D.R. Electric, Beurmann & Clark, Gaylord, Demco, Acme Chemical Co, Holkins & Son, City of Howell, Library Journal, McGraw Bindery, Hillsdale School Supply, Frank Daniels, Community Elevator,Ellison Book Shop, Ruth Walton,, Simion Schuster Inc, Field Enterprises Education Corp, Metz & Wiand, Book Supply Co -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 134-135
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Detroit News, Ted Shindorf, Frank Daniels, D. Warner, Ina Hight, Ruth Walton, Jerri Fisher, Michigan Bell, R. Rathbun, Doubleday, Demco, Don Phillips, City of Howell, Holkins & Son, Detroit Edison, Challoners Store, Purdy & Woodruff, Bill Hight, Arthur C. Gaw, Brodart, Vista House Pub, Vista House Pub, Gilkes & Zizka, Purdy & Woodruff, Gaylord, Ralph Filkins
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday night, February 4, 1958 at 7:00 o'clock in the library. Present were Mrs. Hock, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Hight, Mr. Paul Baldwin and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman.
In the absence of Mr. Krieger, Mr. Baldwin was made temporary chairman.
The minutes of the January meeting were read and approved.
The board spent the entire meeting working and preparing the budget for the coming year. A motion to submit the budget made to the city council was made by Mrs. McCloskey, seconded by Mrs. Hock and unanimously carried. Mr. Baldwin was to submit the budget to the council.
A motion to change the hour of our next meeting on March 18, from 7:00 to 7:30 was made by Mrs. Hock seconded by Mrs. Gatesman and unanimously carried. The meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman, Record. Secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 136-137
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met March 11, 1958 at 7:00PM in the library. The minutes of the February 4th meeting were read Mrs. Hight said she was not present at this meeting and the correction was made in the minutes. Present were: Mr. Krieger, Mrs. Hock, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman.
While Mr. Al Shindorf is a patient at the sanitorium Mr. Frank Daniels is substituting in his place. A discussion of the salaries of the two men followed. A motion was made by Mrs. Hock and seconded by Mrs. Gatesman to pay Mr. Ted Shindorf $60.00 per month and Mr. Daniels $50.00, to be effective March 1st. It carried unanimously.
Mrs. Hight reported that she had to order 10 more tons of coal.
The library owns many national geographics which are in boxes made to hold them and it was thought they would be used more if they could be placed where they could be more readily seen. Mr. Krieger suggested that a few be placed in the front of the library, with an attractive sign stating there are more in the stock room.
There was also a discussion on books for the new hospital.
The firepot and smoke pipe in the furnace are needing repair and Mrs. Hight will get an estimate from Metz and Wieand. There had already been one from Fields.
A new ladder will be purchased for Mr. Shindorf.
The meeting adjourned, the next meeting to be April 15, at 7:00PM in the library. Respectfully submitted Lillie Gatesman, record secty.
The Howell Library Board met May 15, 1958 at 7:00PM in the library. Present were: Mr. Krieger, Mrs. Hight, Mrs. McCloskey, Mr. Paul Baldwin and Mrs. Calvin Gatesman.
Mrs. Hight reported that the cupola has been repaired. The furnace cannot be repaired until the furnace is out and Mr. Shindorf thinks he can repair the smokestack. The extra labor cost to Mr. Shindorf about $16.00. He can also repair storm windows and plaster in the stack room (stock). The extra labor cost to be at the rate of $1.50 per hour. The sealer for the floors has come and Mr. Shindorf will apply it.
Mr. Al Shindorf is to be released in June from the Sanitorium but Mr. Daniels will be retained to assist Mr. Ted Shindorf.
Mr. Baldwin reported that the matter of vacations is being considered by the city council. They are hoping it will work out that two weeks with pay may be allowed.
The singles for the roof have come, the work to be done by the Chaffee Roofing Co.
The budget as set up was accepted by the city council and will go into effect July 1, 1958.
The state fire marshal inspected the library and more fire extinguishers are needed probably 4 more large ones, two upstairs and two in the basement. This will decrease the insurance rate. The fire marshal will bring them.
The meeting adjourned to meet June 17, at 7:30.
Respectfully submitted Lillie Gatesman, record secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 138-139
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday evening June 17, 1958 at 7:30 o'clock in the library. Present were: Mr. Krieger, Mrs. Hight, Mr. Paul Baldwin and Mrs. Hock.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Krieger and the minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. In regard to the reconditioning of the floors in the front of the library, the board reconsidered having Mr. Shindorf apply the sealer, deciding it would be advisable to have a more thorough job done. Mrs. Hight had gotten an estimate from Mr. Rathbun, $175.00 for machine scrubbing, applying sealer and waxing the floors. He also estimated $24.00 for the labor of repainting the stackroom floors. After some discussion it was decided that Mrs. Hight should ask Mr. Bozarth for an estimate.
The board expressed satisfaction over the completion of the new library roof and discussed other needed repair and maintenance jobs including the furnace, storm windows, front step and walk. Mr. Krieger suggested that the downspout be extended to the eavestrough. It was thought Mr. Shindorf could take care of this or city help might be enlisted.
In view of the large number of patrons visiting the library Mrs. Hight recommended that the library not close one week day during the months of July, and August this year. This met with the board's approval. Reporting for the city council, Mr. Baldwin said that Mr. Krieger had been reappointed to the board. The length of vacations had not been decided on by the council. Since the city charter commission will soon be revising the city charter. Mr. Baldwin suggested that the board recommend that the library budget be submitted at a later date than that set in the present charter and also that it be submitted to the city manager rather than directly to the council. The board agreed and Mr. Baldwin a member of the charter revision committee, was asked to present this recommendation.
The date of the next meeting as set for Tuesday July 15th. The meeting then adjourned.
Respectfully submitted Mary L. Hoch serving as secretary in the absence of Mrs. Gatesman
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday evening, July 15th at 7:30 at the library. Present were: Mr. Krieger, Mrs. Hoch, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman.
Mr. Krieger called the meeting to order and the minutes of the June meeting were read and approved.
Concerning the floors and their reconditioning, if Mr. Shindorf di it, it would be done by degrees and y hand, at a cost of the $100.00 Mr. Bozarth was not interested in the job and Mr. Roy Rathbun, with all necessary equipment would do it at a cost of $175.00. The money would be allotted and it was moved by Mrs. Hoch and seconded by Mrs. McCloskey that Mr. Rathbun be given the job. It was carried unanimously. It was decided to have Mr. Shindorf paint the stackroom floors. The library is to be closed while this work is being done.
A request was made to Mrs. Hight to buy the old davenport for $5.00.
It was decided to have the downspouts taken care of by a tinsmith and to be -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 140-141
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
connected to eaves and gutters. Mr. Howard Werner was to be talked with concerning this.
Mrs. Hight told us about a meeting she attended with the board of the Friends of the Library. One goal they hope to attain is to match the $1200.00 received by the library from the city concerning the purchasing of books, some are to be classics, some books for adults, some for young people and some for children. All Friends of the Library board meetings wish to have a member of the Howell Library Board present.
Mrs. Hight also reported increases in pay for her staff: Mrs. Fisher to be increased from $1.15 to $1.25 per hour and to have ten hours per week. Ruth Walton and Clay Warner to be increased from $.35 to $.40 per hour. The allotment is $850.00.
The fountain is to be put up and there is one bench in the yard. There have been requests for benches.
The roof no longer seems to leak. Hurrah!
Ten tons of coal was to be put in and Mr. Shindorf was to be told as he was taking care of repairs on the furnace.
The question still: what is the status on vacations and length of time with pay?
The meeting adjourned the next meeting to be August 19th at 7:30 in the library. Respectfully submitted, Lillie Gatesman record. secty.
The Howell Library Board met August 19th at 7:30PM at the library. Present were: Mr. Krieger, Mr. Paul Baldwin, Mrs. Hoch, Mrs. McCloskey, Mrs. Calvin Gatesman. Mr. Joe Brady, president of the Friends of the Library met with the board to discuss the needs of the library.
First: the need of good reference books. travel books, science books, philosophy books, economic books, American and ancient history books, education books, 'Do it yourself books.
Second: Library equipment.
a. latest in desk checking.
b. shelving.
c. chairs and lights
Third: Display case and deposit box.
Mr. Baldwin read his communication on vacations, sick leave and injuries. He left a copy which is hereto attached.
The meeting adjourned, the next meeting to be September 23rd. Respectfully submitted Lillie Gatesman record. secty. -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 142-143
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
The Howell Library Board met September 23rd at 7:30PM at the library. Present were Mr. Krieger, Mrs. Hight, Mr. Baldwin, Mrs. McCloskey and Mrs. Gatesman.
Mr. Krieger called the meeting to order and the minutes of the August meeting were read and approved.
Mrs. Hight reported that her staff had been very busy since the opening of school and she had felt obliged to change her help routine. For a time one of the girls was at the library each night, together with either the librarian or assistant librarian, but now there are two adults except on Friday nights when they are usually not so busy. With so many using the library during these busy nights, the books and magazines become disarranged and much time had to be spent putting them in order. The door to the stackroom is now kept closed and entrance is allowed only request. Also young people coming into the library must come to study and not to visit.
Mr. Shindorf told Mrs. Hight that he can no longer do heavy work as lifting etc. Also Mr. Daniels cannot do very much. This is brought to the attention of the board in case a new or change of janitors may be necessary in the possible near future.
The old apple tree in the library yard is becoming a nuisance, so it was moved by Mrs. McCloskey and seconded by Mrs. Gatesman and unanimously carried to have it cut down. Mr. Baldwin thought that part time city employees could do this.
Mrs. Hight is taking an extension course for credit and the discussion group somewhat sponsored by our library has had its first meeting.
The board went down to the D.A.R. room to look at the ceiling which is badly in need of repair. Mrs. Hight will ask Mr. Emory Garlock to give an estimate on the cost to repair it.
The meeting adjourned the next meeting to be Tuesday evening October 21st at 7:30PM Respectfully submitted Lillie Gatesman record. secty.
F. Daniels, Jerri Fisher, Ruth Walton, I Hight, R. Rathbun, Community Elevator, Ted Shindorf, Michigan Bell, Detroit Edison, City of Howell, Gilkes & Zizka, Demco -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 144-145
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
Ted Shindorf, D. Warner, R. Walton, Jerri Fisher, I Hight, Detroit News, City of Howell, A.C. Gran, Detroit Ediston,Demco, Ideals, Livingston County Press, Michigan Bell, David M. Jones, Imperial Book Co
The regular meeting of the Howell Library Board met Tuesday evening October 21 at 7:30PM in the Michigan Room of the Library.
Mr. Krieger, Mr. Baldwin, Mrs. Hight, Mrs. Hoch and Mrs. McCloskey were present.
In the absence of the secretary Mrs. Gatesman, Mrs. McCloskey was elected to act as secretary Pro-tem.
The minutes of the September meeting were read and accepted after one correction was made. Mrs. Hight noted that the minutes read that two adults were on duty during the evening and it should have read one adult and one student helper were on duty.
Mrs. Hight reported that a typewritten copy of the janitor's duties had been posted in the janitors rooms to aid them in remembering their varied duties. She also raised the question in regard to the amount of vacation and sick leave which the janitors should be allowed. A discussion followed and Mr. Krieger suggest Mrs. Hight make a report at the next meeting on the number of weekly hours each janitor worked. The board could then decide on a fair basis the amount of time to be allowed for vacation and sick leave.
Mrs. Hight reported on the following: Book week is to be held Nov 2-8 and she has reserved a good display of children's books for that time.
Two volumes of encyclopedia have been ordered to replace those stolen some time ago. The annual librarian's report was in the process of being compiled.
The October 9th meeting of the Friends of the Library was held in the Women's Club room in the library. That night plans were made to send a letter to -
Record of Proceedings Relating to Howell Carnegie Library Howell, Michigan Pages 146-147
Howell Carnegie Library board minutes and ledger entries approved by the board.
all citizens and urge single and business membership donations. Mr. Orville Reed is assisting Mr. Brady in the preparation of the letter.
Tentative plans for an important speaker at a later date were discussed as a Friends money making project.
It was reported that sizable donations would be accepted in check form and that the check be payable to the library. This provoked discussion of the merits of such a change in collections and was tabled for further study and research.
Mrs. Hight reported that many students were still using the library for social purposes and it still created a discipline problem. Discussion followed as to the methods of controlling groups of uninterested children.
The Great Books Discussion (group) class is still meeting with a fair attendance.
Mr. Garlock has examined the condition of the D.A.R. Museum Room but has not given an estimate for repair and renovation.
Mrs. Hoch mentioned that if a tea for new comers were given it would be nice for Mrs. Hight to attend and extend a special invitation to visit and use the many facilities of the library. She also reported tat Mrs. Stickles and an interested group were tentatively planning an Art Exhibit at some later date to be shown in the library.
Mr. Krieger reported Mr. J. Brady's inquiry about the joint functioning of a school and city library for increasing our state revenues if possible. In an ensuing discussion the problem of questionable books for general distribution was carefully directed and Mrs. Hight explained her present method of reserving the right to let out or withhold certain books from adolescent readers.
Mrs. Hoch complimented Mrs. Hight on her fine report of immediate library needs at the Friends meeting.
The next library board meeting will be held on Tuesday evening Nov 18 at 7:30PM in the library The meeting adjourned Signed, Gertrude McCloskey, Secty. Ro Tem.
The Howell Library Board met Tuesday December 16, 1958 at 7:30PM in the library. Present were Mr. Krieger, Mr. Paul Baldwin, Mrs. Hoch, Mrs. Hight and Mrs. Gatesman. As there was no November meeting the minutes of the October 21st meeting were read and approved.
Mrs. Hight reported that Mr. Shindorf had told her that the furnace firepot needed repairing immediately. She called Mr. Wright of Wright and Masoil to do the work who said he would a whole day in which to do the repairing. The library was closed on Saturday, Mrs. Hight having advertised that the library would be closed at this time. However the work was completed in the morning. The cost of this was $9.00 for parts and $55.00 for labor. Also the porch railing had been pulled down and the cost is repair this was $11.50.
Mrs. Hight said that discipline in the library was improved.
Regarding sick leave for library personnel, the following are the hours per week: Mrs. Hight 30 regular hours, Mrs. Warner 24 hours, Jerry Fisher - 12 hours (2 afternoons, 2 evenings) Mr. Shindorf 12 hours, Mr. Daniels - 9 hours and he also comes back Sundays to check the furnace and does extra yard work in the summer.
Mrs. Hight spoke of the requirements of
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