Minutes and agendas · October 20, 1971
Board minutes — collections, benefit results and scholarships
Reports 198 members, $325.07 benefit net, collection purchases and art gifts; home-delivery response is limited; scholarship investigation authorized.
Names in this record: Mrs. John Hales is Lorraine Hales; Mrs. Robert Tyson is Mary Tyson.
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HERMOSA BEACH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY October 20, 1971
Call to order at 10:16, Vice-President Eloise Stabler presiding.
Minutes approved as read.
Announcements: The portrait of Mrs. Jacob Lockman by her son, the renowned artist, De Witt Lockman, has been hung in the library. This is a gift of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Mare of Manhattan Beach.
The Bruce Russell cartoons were hung over the display case. It was moved and seconded that Carol Tanner be reimbursed for gift plate, "Donated by Mr. and Mrs. John Hales." Corresponding Sec'y. Margaret Parker will contact Bruce Russell, Jr.
Chairmen Reports:
Membership: 198
Flake Collection: Series of children's records ordered ($23.00). Complete inventory taken, replacement of damaged records planned. It was recommended that a mimeo sheet be attached to each record jacket, urging borrower to note condition of record on return. Mary Tyson will make sheets. Further discussion by new Board recommended for future maintenance of collection.
California Collection: Betty Evans has ordered:
1. THE RAILS OF LOS ANGELES - Robert Cowan
2. SAN MIGUEL, ARCHANGEL - Englehardt
3. TRAVELERS HANDBOOK OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (Published 1904) James Wharton
4. COOKING AND CAMPING ON THE DESERT - Jack Pepper
5. TALES OF THE SAN JUAN RANCH - Edward Spaulding
6. AN ISLAND CALLED CALIFORNIA
7. CALIFORNIA, PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE
8. CALIFORNIA'S CHANGING LANDSCAPE - Gordon Oakeshot
Gazin Collection: Lorraine Hales reported delivery of: THE AMERICAN INDIAN (2 Volumes) at $105.00.
Librarian Mrs. Erlandsen displayed these fine books, along with the ANDREW WYETH and NORMAN ROCKWELL. She explained special handling procedure for these expensive books. They are designated "Reference" with a red note on file card, indicating they must be requested from desk. Librarian will carefully observe their use. It was moved and seconded that Carol Tanner purchase a quantity of gift plates: "This Book Donated by the Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library." It was noted that gift plates were needed for the Gazin Collection. Further action required.
Treasurer's Report: Bank balance $562.56. It was moved and seconded that the incoming Treasurer transfer Friend's funds. Bank to be in Hermosa Beach and have no service charge. Libations For The Library cleared $325.07. Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Robert Tyson were thanked. Mrs. Tyson volunteered their home for the 1972 Libations. It was moved and seconded that Libations Hostess retain all opened bottles.
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HERMOSA BEACH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY October 20, 1971
Eloise Stabler reported that there was little response (3 people) to the many noices mailed out on the Shut-In Program. She suggested a calendar with a volunteer per month. Methods of publicizing this program were discussed. It was suggested that notices in doctor's offices, spot announcements on local and other radio stations and contacting persons interested in this service be attempted.
Charlotte Malone reported that the matter of the blackout curtains is closed.
New theme for Libations - Tabled
Scholarship for student planning to pursue Library Science as a career. Margaret Parker will investigate through letters to local colleges and universities.
FOL Cookbook - Tabled.
Each Executive Board Member was asked to choose her representative to the Nominating Committee. Willa Rogers, Chairman, will arrange meeting. Representatives:
President - Not Known
Vice-President - Betty Ryan
Treasurer - Jacquelin Wofford (379-5387)
Recording Sec'y. - Willa Rogers
Corr. Sec'y. - Not Known
Date of Annual Meeting and elections will be January 19, 1972 at 10:00.
Dorothy Olney reported that she will talk with Mr. Geller about arranging tour of County Library Headquarters. The Board expressed interest.
Art Rental - No Action.
Mary Tyson recommended that the incoming Publicity Chairman hand deliver releases for best results.
Dorothy Olney told of a visit to Sheridan, Montana where she provided information to start a Friends of the Library for the new library in this small town. There was discussion about a book on California to be donated by our group. No action.
Pat Gazin will arrange a financial meeting (spend money) before the end of 1971.
There is no indication that library hours will be increased in the foreseeable future.
Meeting was adjourned at 12:00.
Recording Secretary
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• (signature above "Recording Secretary") Charlotte Malone
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HERMOSA BEACH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY October 20, 1971 Call to order at 10:16, Vice-President Eloise Stabler presiding. Minutes approved as read. Announcements: The portrait of Mrs. Jacob Lockman by her son, the renowned artist, De Witt Lockman, has been hung in the library. This is a gift of Mr. and Mrs. Anton Mare of Manhattan Beach. The Bruce Russell cartoons were hung over the display case. It was moved and seconded that Carol Tanner be reim- bursed for gift plate, "Donated by Mr. and Mrs. John Hales." Corresponding Sec'y. Margaret Parker will contact Bruce Russell, Jr. Chairmen Reports: Membership: 198 Flake Collection:Series of children's records ordered ($23.00)? Complete inventory taken, replacement of damaged records planned. It was recommended that a mimeo sheet be attached to each record jacket, urging borrower to note condition of record on return. Mary Tyson will make sheets. further discussion by new Board recom- mended for future maintenance of collection. California Collection: Betty Evans has ordered: THE RAILS OF LOS ANGELES - Robert Cowan SAN MIGUEL, ARCHANGEL - Englehardt TRAVELERS HANDBOOK OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA (Published 1904) James Wharton 4. COOKING AND CAMPING ON THE DESERT - Jack Pepper 5. TALES OF THE SAN JUAN RANCH - Edward Spaulding 6. AN ISLAND CALLED CALIFORNIA 7.CALIFORNIA, PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE 8. CALIFORNIA'S CHANGING LANDSCAPE - Gordon Oakeshot Gazin Collection: Lorraine Hales reported delivery of: THE AMERICAN INDIAN (2 Volumes) at $105.00. Librarian Mrs. Erlandsen displayed these fine books, along with the ANDREW WYETH and NORMAN ROCKWELL. She explained special handling procedure for these expensive books. They are designe Reference" with a red note on file card, indicating they must be requested from desk. Librarian will carefully observe their use. It was moved and seconded that Carol Tanner purchase a quantity of gift plates: "This Book Dònated by the Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library. " It was noted that gift plates were needed for the Gazin Collection. Further action required. Treasurer's Report: Bank balance $562.56. It was moved and seconded tat the incoming Treasurer transfer Friend's funds. Bank to be in Hermosa Beach and have no service charge. Libations for The Library cleared $325.07?Hosts Mr. and Mrs. Robert Tyson were thanked. Mrs. Tyson volunteered their home for the 1972 Libations. It was moved and seconded that Libations Hostess retain all opened bottles.
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PAGE TWO HERMOSA BEACH FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY October 20, 1971 Eloise Stabler reported that there was little response (3 people) to the many noices mailed out on the Shut-In Program. She suggested a calendar with a volunteer per month. Methods of publicizing this program were discussed. It was suggested that notices in doctor's offices, spot announcements on local and ther radio stations and contacting persons interested in this service e attempted. Charlotte Malone reported that the matter of the blackout curtains is closed. New theme for Libations - Tabled Scholarship for student planning to pursue Library Science as a career? Margaret Parker will investigate through letters to local colleges and universities. FOL Cookbook - Tabled. Each Executive Board Member was asked to choose her representative to the Nominating Committee. Willa Rogers, Chairman, will arrange meeting. Representatives: President- Not Known Vice-President - Betty Ryan Treasurer - Jacquelin Wofford (379-5387) Recording Sec'y? - Willa Rogers Corr. Sec'y. - Not Known Date of Annual Meeting and elections will be January 19, 1972 at 10:00. Dorothy Olney reported that she will talk with Mr. Geller about arranging tour of County Library Headquarters. The Board expressed interest. Art Rental - No Action. Mary Tyson recommended that the incoming Publicity Chairman hand deliver releases for best results. Dorothy Olney told of a visit to Sheridan, Montana where she provided information to start a Friends of the Library for the new libraryin this small town. There was discussion about a book on California to be donated by our group. No action. Pat Gazin will arrange a financial meeting (spend money) before the end of 1971. There is no indication that library hours will be increased in the foreseeable future. Meeting was adjourned at 12:00. Charlotte salone Recording Secretary