Ainsworth Rand Spofford 1825-1908 A Memorial at the Library of Congress 1909

Description: [Spofford, Ainsworth Rand] Putnam, Herbert, et al.Ainsworth Rand Spofford 1825-1908. A Memorial Meeting at the Library of Congress on Thursday, November 12th, 1908, at Four O'Clock, the Librarian of Congress Presiding.New York: The Webster Press, 1909. frontis, 84 pp. Illus. with 1 b/w portrait. 8vo. Paper wrappers. First edition. Oversized wrappers edge worn, repaired tear to top, institution blind stamp to title, contents about fine, gift slip tipped into rear paste down, overal about very good. Item #46119 Gifted from the Library of Congress to the New England Historic Genealogical Society on April 20, 1909. Ainsworth Rand Spofford (1825-1908), was the 6th Librarian of Congress 1864-1897. "The modern history of the Library of Congress began when Ainsworth Rand Spofford became Librarian of Congress, for it was Spofford who transformed the small reference library that served the U.S. Congress into a national institution that also served the American public."(LOC)Contents: Biographical note. -- Introductory remarks by Herbert Putman, librarian of Congress. -- Dr. Spofford in Cincinnati, 1845-1860, by H.B. Blackwell. -- Dr. Spofford and the Library of Congress, 1860-1897, by W.D. Johnston, president of the District of Columbia library association. -- Dr. Spofford and the Public library of the District, by T.W. Noyes, president of trustees. -- Dr. Spofford as a member of the Literary society, by Alice C. Fletcher, of the Literary society. -- Dr. Spofford as a member of the Anthropological society, by W. Hough, president of the society. -- Dr. Spofford as a member of the Historical society, by A.B. Hagner, president of the society. -- List of the writings of Dr. Spofford, by A.P.C. Griffin, assistant librarian of Congress (p. 61-84). Subject: AmericanaABAA, ILAB Fine, Rare, & Unusual Books and Manuscripts with a special emphasis on the Americas We are located on Parker Mountain, in the small town of East Jewett, set in the High Peaks region of the Northern Catskill Mountains, not far from the tallest waterfall in New York State, after which we are named. Though our special focus is on the Americas -North, Central, and South, we offer fine, rare, and unusual books and manuscripts on a wide range of subjects, including Asia, Exploration, Art, Literature, and Books about Books. We are proud to be a member of the Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America (ABAA) and the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB) and adhere to their strict codes of conduct and ethical standards. Guarantee All books are guaranteed as described. We want you to be completely satisfied with your order. All books may be returned in original condition, for any reason, within 30 days. It is helpful if you notify us first so your refund can be processed promptly. We will pay for return postage if the book is not as described. Shipping Standard shipping for all items is via USPS Media mail. We usually ship within two business days of receipt of payment, though weather conditions in the mountains can occasionally interfere. Postal delivery usually takes an additional week to ten days. For alternative methods or faster shipping please contact us. We ship internationally. Please contact us for exact details and costs. We are happy to combine shipping on multiple items, and will issue a prompt refund if ebay charges you incorrectly upon checkout. Payment We prefer Paypal. Feedback Please contact us first if you have any issues. We appreciate feedback.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

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