| History of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Scrapbook |
| 1916-1942 |
| Extent: 1 item |
| Accession Number: 2007.136 |
| Abstract: Articles regarding the history of Cape Girardeau's library initial plans, construction, growth, events, and staff. Also includes a booklet about Capes Carnegie Library (the original public library). |
| Processed by: Brooke Culler, November 2007 |
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Repository:
Special Collections and Archives, Southeast Missouri State University Phone: (573) 651-2245; Fax: (573) 651-2666; Email: semoarchives@semo.edu |
| Citation: History of the Cape Girardeau Public Library Scrapbook, Special Collections and Archives, Southeast Missouri State University |
| Restrictions: None |
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Other Relevant Collections: Cape Girardeau Public Library Pamphlets, 1931, 1967. Library Notes Scrapbook, 1921-1934; Libraries Scrapbook, 1940; |
| Historical Note |
| Efforts to start a public library in Cape Girardeau began at the turn of the century and in 1914 a library was opened in the Ellingood building at the corner of Themis and Spanish streets. Through funds advanced by the Carnegie Corporation, and supplemented by local contributions, Cape Girardeau Public Library opened its doors at its Common Pleas Courthouse Park location on April 1, 1922. World War I deterred efforts to build the library, but they were renewed after the conflict. An addition was constructed at the front of the building in 1959. It served its original purpose until 1980, when a new library was built on Clark Street and the old facility was converted into government office space. |
| Scope and Content Note |
| Articles regarding the history of Cape Girardeau's library initial plans, construction, growth, events, and staff. Also includes a booklet about Capes Carnegie Library (the original public library). |
| Rules or Conventions: Finding Aid prepared using DACS |
