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May 19, 1927
The Kennewick Courier Reporter
Kennewick, Benton County, Washington
What is this article about?
The Kennewick Public Library reopened after two weeks of closure in new, attractive quarters. The room is well-lit and spacious, with gray-tinted walls and painted furnishings. Librarian Mrs. McKain and assistant Mrs. Durbin prepared it, with full circulation except for reference books.
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LIBRARY OPEN
After having been closed for two weeks the Kennewick Public Library is now open in its new quarters. The room presents a very attractive appearance. It is well lighted and commodious. The walls have been tinted gray and the book stacks and other furnishings have been painted the same color. Mrs. McKain and Mrs. Durbin, librarian and assistant, have spent a busy two weeks getting the room in readiness for the public. Excepting for reference books which have not yet been placed on the shelves, circulation is complete.
After having been closed for two weeks the Kennewick Public Library is now open in its new quarters. The room presents a very attractive appearance. It is well lighted and commodious. The walls have been tinted gray and the book stacks and other furnishings have been painted the same color. Mrs. McKain and Mrs. Durbin, librarian and assistant, have spent a busy two weeks getting the room in readiness for the public. Excepting for reference books which have not yet been placed on the shelves, circulation is complete.
What sub-type of article is it?
Historical Event
What themes does it cover?
Recovery
What keywords are associated?
Library Reopening
Kennewick
Public Library
Staff Preparation
What entities or persons were involved?
Mrs. Mckain
Mrs. Durbin
Where did it happen?
Kennewick Public Library, New Quarters
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Key Persons
Mrs. Mckain
Mrs. Durbin
Location
Kennewick Public Library, New Quarters
Story Details
The library reopened after closure, prepared by staff in attractive new space, with circulation resuming except for reference books.