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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:24 1998
From: Julie Linneman <juliel@netconnect.wichita.lib.ks.us>
Subject: Stumper: Australian time travel
We have a patron who remembers a book from about four years ago (that's
when she read it). It involved a boy, about 12 years of age, who lived
in the city in Australia. She believes his father died and he went to
stay with his grandpa on the farm. He walked to the back part of the farm
and entered the "dreamtime" when the Aborigines believe that their
ancestors were animals. It was a type of time travel novel. If you think
you know this book, please respond to me at the following address:
juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us
Thanks in advance!
Julie Linneman
Wichita Public Library
juliel@wichita.lib.ks.us
223 S. Main
Wichita, KS 67202
(316) 262-0611
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:25 1998
From: "Mary Johnson (amk)" <mjohnson@wlsmail.wls.lib.ny.us>
Subject: re strong heroines
I'm a longtime lurker who's finally posting to the list. I'd attempted
(yesterday) to respond to Marsha, a librarian from Ohio who'd asked for
YA and adult books with strong female protagonists, but my message did
not go through. Marsha, if you're still looking for suggestions, could
you e-mail me at mjohnson@wls.lib.ny.us? I'll send the list again.
Also, I have a stumper of my own. Twenty years ago, as a young teen, I
read a book about a boy living on an island off the coast of Maine. the
boy wants to be an artist, but his father can't see a future in this; he
thinks paint should be used for houses, boats and bouys. The family,
whose ancestors were tories, own a valuable secretary with a secret
drawer. The boy, Stevie, enters an art contest and paints the desk.
When it is stolen, he hides inthe thieve's truck and ends up in
Portland,where he's able to show the desk really is his because his
painting of it is hanging in the Portland library! I've checked a to Zoo
and our local union catalog, but haven't done anything else - i'd like to
buy this book for our children's room if it's still in print. Does anyone
out there know it?
thanks!
Mary Johnson, YA librarian, North Castle Public Library, Armonk, NY 10504
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:27 1998
From: Kim Crowley <crowley@libsys.ci.fort-collins.co.us>
Subject: Position Announcement--Children's Librarian
Please pass along to those who might be interested.
City of Fort Collins Public Library
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Open
POSITION TITLE: Librarian
Job #98-027
Library -- Children's Services
SALARY RANGE: $2197 - $2925 per month. Salaries are paid bi-weekly.
CLOSING DATE: March 6, 1998
SELECTION PROCESS: Applications will be reviewed, and selected candidates
will be invited
for an oral interview.
DESCRIPTION OF GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general direction of the Lead Librarian for Children s
Services, performs a wide variety of
professional level services in support of library programs and
activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
. Contributes to long-range planning, problem solving, and policy and
procedure development for
children s services.
. Plans, develops and presents children s programs and services.
. Provides assistance to library customers in person and by telephone.
. Assists the public as well as other library staff, answering queries
and providing instruction in the
use of library materials, the public access catalog, CD-ROMs and the
Internet.
. Participates in the selection and ordering of library materials.
. Performs reader s advisory services.
. Prepares bibliographies and library orientation materials.
. Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
. Demonstrated knowledge of professional techniques, principles, methods,
and materials and
practices used in working with children and in the operation of a public
library.
. Children s programming skills and experience.
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT - Page 2
Librarian, Job #98-027
. Must have excellent written and verbal skills.
. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
the public and other city employees.
. Knowledge and experience in use of computers and computer databases
including CD-ROM and WWW experience.
Other equipment to be used by incumbent may include telephone,
typewriter, fax machine, photocopier.
. Incumbent will be required to work some evenings and weekends.
Education and Experience
. Masters degree from an ALA accredited institution. Minimum of three
years of related library experience including
previous experience working with children and children s programming.
. Ability to read, analyze and interpret materials in many subject
fields.
. Bi-lingual skills in Spanish desirable.
Physical Demands/Equipment Utilized
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and to
talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and
reach with hands and arms. The employee is
occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or
crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or
move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
This position requires the use of standard office equipment, such as
personal computer, telephones, CD-ROM equipment,
fax and copy machines, and audio visual equipment.
Work Environment
Standard library work environment. The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate.
The City of Fort Collins will make reasonable accommodations for access
to City services, programs, and activities, and
will make special communication arrangements for persons with
disabilities.
Apply to: City of Fort Collins, Human Resources Department, Job #98-027,
P.O. Box 580, 200 W. Mountain Ave., Suite
A., Fort Collins, CO 80522.
THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:25 1998
From: ROSS@JCL.LIB.KS.US
Subject: JOB POSTING - Young Adult position
Johnson County Library has an immediate opportunity for a Young
Adult Librarian to work at our Antioch Branch. The incumbent will
serve as part of the Youth Services team and develop
and promote services and programs for middle school through high
school youth; provide information and reader's advisory services to
adults; develop instructional materials for targeted audience;
plan, prepare and perform programs for young adults,
parents and teachers; and assist with system-wide collection
development for young adults. Qualified candidates will possess a MLS
from an accredited school and 1 year experience
working with young adults, computers and web pages. Public
library experience preferred. Interested applicants may submit
a resume to:
Johnson County
Human and Organizational Development
111 S. Cherry, Ste. 2600
Olathe, KS 66061
e-mail: jocohr@compuserve.com
EOE
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:26 1998
From: jaker@japl.lib.in.us (Julia Aker)
ubject: Stumper: kings with super vision
One of our branches has a patron who would like to find a fairy tale that
has three kings with super vision. He thinks one could see through walls
and the other two could see through something else. We have tried our
online catalog & the fairy tale index. Does this ring a bell to anyone?
Please respond to Sharon Langdon at the Crothersville Library
(slangdon@japl.lib.in.us) or to me. Thanks in advance!
Julia Aker, Director
Jackson County Public Library
303 W. Second St.
Seymour, IN 47274-2147
812-522-3412 ext. 223-voice 812-522-5456-fax e-mail: jaker@japl.lib.in.us
http://www.seymour.org/jcpl.htm
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:26 1998
From: "Donna L. Boudreau" <boudreau@tln.lib.mi.us>
Subject: Stumper: Piccolli?
I have a patron who wants the title of a book about a little girl who
lives in a walnut shell. She believes the girls name is Piccolli.
I have searched my sources for Thumbelina (thumbling) type stories but
none have a name spelled anything like Pic?
Thanks for any help you can give.
My sources Oryx series Thom Thumb, Stith Thompson Motif Index, and the
Storytellers sourcebook.
Boudreau@tln.lib.mi.us
Donna Boudreau
Plymouth District Library
223 S. Main
Plymouth, MI 48170
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:24:22 1998
From: PAULAL@rpls.lib.il.us
Subject: Stumper - waterbug/dragonfly/death
Hello, does anyone out there know of a short story about a water bug who
climbs a plant stalk. He promises to return and tell the other water bugs
what it's like above the water. But he changes into a dragonfly and
can not return under the surface to tell them how wonderful it is. The
story is an analogy about death that was read by my boss's minister in
church on Sunday. He copied it out of "some book" but has no idea of
the book's title or author, and, of course, many of his flock enjoyed it
so much they want to read the whole book. Any ideas? Please respond to
me at paulal@alpha1.rpls.lib.il.us. Thanks very much!
Paula Lopatic
Vespasian Warner Public Library
Clinton, IL
paulal@alpha1.rpls.lib.il.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:37:37 1998
From: fmuller@saturn.planet.net
Subject: Re: Outside hours reading
I too read all fiction books before I put them on the shelves. All
the reading is done at home - I do not have time for that and reading
professional journals at work. That is what it means to be a
professional.
***
Frederick Muller
fmuller@planet.net Halsted Middle School Library
(973) 383-7440 ext.228 59 Halsted Street
FAX (973) 383-7432 Newton, NJ 07860
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:37:39 1998
From: fmuller@saturn.planet.net
Subject: Re: Outside hours reading
I am not sure of the purpose of your post. I too read all fiction
before I put it on my shelves for the same reason you do also. I
also find it great to have the books trickle in instead of having a
huge pile of new books in September (I am in a school and do all my
ordering in June for the following year.)
I have heard of no one else who does what we do. I
congratulate you.
***
Frederick Muller
fmuller@planet.net Halsted Middle School Library
(973) 383-7440 ext.228 59 Halsted Street
FAX (973) 383-7432 Newton, NJ 07860
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:44:33 1998
From: Sarah Hudson <shudson@plcmc.lib.nc.us>
Subject: RE: microfiche/film recommendations?
I believe Cannon makes some nice machines that use 81/2 " x 11" paper
that make great copies. I'm not sure of the price range, but it might be
worth checking them out.
Sarah
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From: E Spicer[SMTP:espicer@accn.org]
Sent: Wednesday, February 18, 1998 5:46 PM
To: pubyac@nysernet.org
Subject: Re: microfiche/film recommendations?
The print quality on the microfiche/film readers at my library is poor.
Any recommendations for machines to purchase that receive heavy, daily
use (while printing good clean copies)? If cost isn't a consideration
(even though it obviously is) would your recommendation change?
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:45:01 1998
From: Sarah Hudson <shudson@plcmc.lib.nc.us>
Subject: RE: Outside hours reading
Hello,
I don't read on the desk, but if I'm working on a booktalk or review, I
sometimes
take a book with me to check for main points or great lines.
Occassionally, at other jobs, I have read a book off of the desk away from
the public eye, if I was on a deadline for a program or a class visit.
Although I am not a children's librarian by title, I do work at a combined
service desk, so I browse the children's new book cart as the Children's
Specialist is working on it. I do do that at the desk. Picture books are easy
to read quickly, or pick up and put down. I love to check out the illustrations,
too.
Like many others who have commented, I do most of my reading at home on
my own time. Reading has always been my hobby, so I try not to look
at reading YA stuff at home as work. I do read adult books too, and those I
always read at home. If I cannot find an interesting adult title, I grab a new
YA
book. This is a bonus; reading a good book and doing something to help me
at work.
Sarah
Sarah Hudson
Information Specialist
Independence Regional Library
Public Library of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County
shudson@plcmc.lib.nc.us
These opinions are my own, and do not reflect those of PLCMC
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:45:03 1998
From: Sandy Farmer <sfarmer@sparc.hpl.lib.tx.us>
ubject: Re: Stuffed animals
We recently purchased a number of stuffed animals at very reasonable prices
that are standing up to MUCH abuse by children of every age. We purchased
them from The Manhattan Group, Tammy RockVam, 430 /First Ave North, Suite
500, Minneapolis, MN 55401 1-800-541-1345
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Houston Public Library
E-mail: Sandy Farmer <sfarmer@hpl.lib.tx.us>
Date: 02/19/98
Time: 09:16:50
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:45:41 1998
From: schachtc@lcm.macomb.lib.mi.us
Subject: library/trade binding
PU>I don't know if this topic has been discussed before but here goes..
PU>What is the general consensus of trade versus library binding? Is it
PU>worth the extra dollars and little or no discount to purchase library
PU>binding? Does your library have a policy regarding the binding.
PU>Thanks for your input I will post a general comment in a couple of weeks.
I have always bought library binding whenever I could get it, especially
for picture books; if nobody bought picture books that weren't side
stitched then they'd have to stop making them and we could all live
happily ever after with books that would actually circulate for 6 or 7
years. There's not too many things that are more aggravating than a
picture book you really like that starts falling apart 3 months after
you buy it ie the Mr. Rogers ones; what's the matter with these people?
Weren't they raised right? The only explanation I come up with for
none-side stitched pb's is that they WANT them to fall apart quickly so
that we'll have to buy replacements, and if this is their reasoning
they're beneath contempt.
Enjoying his high dudgeon,
Chuck Schacht
Romeo District Library
Romeo, MI.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 15:48:23 1998
From: Betsy Bybell <bbybell@norby.latah.lib.id.us>
ubject: Re: parttime vs fulltime management
Pubyaccers,
Another possibility is for the department head to work 30 hours per week,
split between 4 or 5 days. The more routine and/or mundane tasks can be
re-assigned to an assistant, but the DH would still be available for all of
the supervisory decisions and job duties. I've worked 30 hours a week for
over 16 years, supervising a department that includes 6 rural branches. I
personally like the arrangement because it gives me the necessary
flexibility that's needed sometimes for raising my family, but keeps me in
the direct flow of information and decision-making that passes through my
area of the library.
As someone said earlier, there is no one right way.
Betsy Bybell
Branch Coordinator
Latah County Library District
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:17 1998
From: Linda Waddle <lwaddle@ala.org>
Subject: McCain introduces Internet School Filtering Act -Forwarded
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From: Steven Hofmann <shofmann@ala.org>
To: aaslaffils@ala.org,aaslnews@ala.org, birmyplan@ala.org,
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Subject: McCain introduces Internet School Filtering Act
NEWS
For Immediate Release
February 10, 1998
Contact: Lynne Bradley
202-628-8410
McCain introduces Internet School Filtering Act; ALA registers
concern
The American Library Association (ALA) has submitted written
testimony expressing strong concerns about The Internet School
Filtering Act, S. 1619, a bill introduced Feb. 9 by Senate Commerce
Committee Chair John McCain (R-Ariz.).
The proposed legislation would deny eligibility for
telecommunications discounts authorized by the Snowe-Rockefeller
provision of the Telecommunications Act of 1996 to schools and
libraries that do not certify the use of a filtering or software
filtering system.
This bill is cosponsored by Senators Fritz Hollings (D-S.C.), Dan
Coats (R-Ind.), and Patty Murray (D-Wash.) and Senator Daniel Inouye
(D-Hawaii.).
ALA President Barbara J. Ford said the association's Washington
Office continues to analyze the McCain proposal and is seeking
clarification on reports that Congressman Ed Markey (D-Mass.) will
sponsor similar legislation that would focus on requiring local,
acceptable use policies rather than mandating filtering/blocking
software.
She noted that the proposals have in no way stopped or changed the
telecommunications discount program and encouraged public and school
librarians to continue the application process within the current
deadlines.
Ford urged public and school library supporters to contact their
congressional representatives and senators and encourage them to
oppose any federal mandate that would require local filtering or
blocking software and any link to eligibility for the
telecommunications discount program.
Witnesses at a Feb. 10 hearing included Senators Coats and Murray,
also an undercover detective from California, who investigates
criminal activity on the Internet, and Seth Warshavsky, president of
Internet Entertainment Group, Inc., which provides adult Internet
content.
In his floor remarks introducing the bill, McCain said: "...school
and library administrators who accept universal service support to
provide students with [the nternet's] intended benefits must also
safeguard them against its unintended harm."
In order to receive universal service fund support, his bill
mandates that:
- A school would have to certify that it had "selected a system for
computers with Internet access to filter or block matter deemed to be
inappropriate for minors" and had installed or would install once
computers were obtained, a software to filter or block such matter.
- A library would have to certify that it employs on one or more
computers filtering or blocking software and that should the library
remove or "ceases to employ any such system" that it must notify the
Federal Communications Commmission about the change.
McCain's bill also says that "determination of what matter is
appropriate for minors shall be made by the school, school board,
library or other authority responsible for making the required
certification" and that no agency of the United States government may
"establish criteria" or review the decisions made by a local governing
board.
In its written testimony, ALA argued that the provision would be
problematic because there is little control at the local level over
what is filtered by the available software and that the use of such
filtering should not be tied to the telecommunications discount
program.
The ALA statement reads in part:
"While blocking and filtering products can be useful tools for
parents to use at home, their use in a library setting is
questionable at best. Libraries serve all the families and all
library users in a given community. As public institutions supported
primarily by local public tax monies, libraries are obligated to meet
the information needs of the entire community or school population,
while upholding the basic principles of the First Amendment."
The full text of the ALA statement is posted on the ALA/Washington
Office web site at www.ala.org/washoff/mccain.html.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:19 1998
From: Janet Oslund <joslund@colosys.net>
ubject: ?? YA lit on WWII from German pt. of view
I have a 7th grader reading well above grade level. She wants fiction or
non-fiction about World War II from a German's point of view. Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Janet Oslund
joslund@colosys.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:47 1998
From: Mary Garcia <mgarcia@jefferson.lib.co.us>
Subject: POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
REFERENCE/CHILDREN'S LIBRARIAN #98-410
Jefferson County Public Library is seeking a reference/children's
librarian for the Golden Library in Golden, Colorado. Will work under
the supervision of Head of Children's Services. Performs complex
research and reference activities to assist library patrons, especially
children and their families, in satisfying their information needs.
Initiates and develops ongoing programming, including story time. JCPL
is a highly automated library system of 11 libraries, located in
western Denver metro area. MLS and 1-2 years of library experience is
required. Must be able to work evenings, weekends and some holidays.
Salary: $33,385 plus excellent benefits. A complete & signed Jefferson
County application, including completed supplemental application form
and list of references must accompany resume. Apply by March 26, 1998
to: Jefferson County Human Resources, Dept., 100 Jefferson County
PKWY., Suite 1520, Golden, CO, 80419; phone 303/271-8400.
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:16 1998
From: Peggy Townshend <ptownshend@gcpl.lib.oh.us>
Subject: Stumper: Jews in Appalachia
I have a patron looking for children's books on the Jewish experience in
Appalachia. She would like any titles, but particularly picture books.
Already checked A to Zoo, Best Books for Children. Any title would
be appreciated. thanks.
Peggy Townshend
ptownshend@gcpl.lib.oh.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:18 1998
From: Bromann <bromannj@sls.lib.il.us>
Subject: Music Cassettes
When I started here a year ago, our library had no music cassettes for
circulation. I have recently started to purchase some, but don't want to
buy too many as we will be going to CDs in a year or two. Still, I would
appreciate suggestions on some of the more popular cassettes we should own.
We have Raffi, Greg & Steve, Sharon Lois and Bram, Chenille Sisters, and
Ella Jenkins. Please share your favorites.
Thank you.
Jennifer Bromann
Head of Youth Services
Prairie Trails Public Library
8449 S. Moody
Burbank, IL 60459
phone(708) 430-3688 fax (708)430-5596
bromannj@sls.lib.il.us
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 22:51:20 1998
From: Donna Jones <jones@vanlib.fvrl.org>
Subject: Librarian Position
LIBRARIAN
Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is currently seeking an
enthusiastic and creative individual for its Washougal Community
Librarian position. This branch serves the City of Washougal and
surrounding area and is located in southwest Washington State near the
Columbia River Gorge and Portland, Oregon. The successful candidate
will be responsible for all operations of the branch including
circulation, information services, collection, children’s and adult
programming and community relations; supervise a staff of 3 (2.20 fte).
Requires an MLS from an ALA accredited university; three years of
increasingly responsible professional library experience; a thorough and
full scope knowledge of library principles and practices and sound
mid-management and administrative principles and techniques; supervisory
experience and experience working with children preferred. Must be able
to pass the Washington State Criminal Records check. $2969-$3708 per
month, excellent employer paid benefits. Position open until filled.
To apply, send resume and cover letter to:
Personnel
Fort Vancouver Regional Library
1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98663
Equal Opportunity Employer
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 23:32:42 1998
From: Leah Langby <llangby@mail.wiscnet.net>
ubject: stumper: Jupiter Jones
One of our branch librarians is looking for a book which a customer
in his 30's remembers from childhood. The books feature a character named
Jupiter Jones and 2 other characters.
They are mysteries that take place in a junkyard, and are similar to Hardy
Boys, but easier to read. Any ideas?
Thank you.
Leah Langby
llangby@mail.wiscnet.net
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 23:33:10 1998
From: "Siti, Beverly" <siti8537@rowan.edu>
Subject: Pooh's House Sign
Help! Does anyone know the significance behind the "Mr. Saunders"
sign that hangs over the doorway to Winnie-the-Pooh's house? Anyone
with knowledge of this answer will make a group of third graders in
National Park, NJ very happy!
Thanks in advance!
Beverly Siti
Siti8537@Rowan.edu
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 23:33:07 1998
From: Chadwell & Coquillard <chadwell@public1.tpt.tj.cn>
Subject: Job Opening
TEDA International School in Tianjin, China (TIST) is looking for a librarian
for the 1998-99 school year. TIST is currently in its 4th year of operation and
has a library of approximately 4500 volumes. The student body is 165 students,
age 3 to grade 8, and expected to grow at least 20 % by August 1998.
This full-time position offers a competitve tax- free salary, housing, yearly
round trip airfare, medical insurance, and retirement. The 15 member Western
staff is composed of teachers from the United States, Great Britian and New
Zealand. Tianjin is the third largest city in China and is less than 2 hours
from Beijing.
If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact Eric
Larson, Principal at elarson@public1.tpt.tj.cn or fax 011-86-22-2331-2263
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From owner-pubyac@nysernet.org Thu Feb 19 23:33:08 1998
From: Ruth Allen <rutha@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us>
Subject: stumper - jaguar book
If anyone knows the title and author of this book please let me know.
It sounds similar to Kipling's "The Beginning of the Armadillos", but
there aren't enough of the same elements. Thank you!
Here are the details:
The book was written by 1955 but we don't know when. It is a chapter book
for grades 3-6 or so and is fiction on the order of Margaruite (sp?) Henry
books with a few pictures but not many. The patron read it in Oklahoma
and her husband read it in California, so it was probably a nationally
known popular book
The story is about a jaguar cub, seemed to be an albino. One incident
recalled by the patron is an anaconda trying to get it. Another is the
jaguar's having a difficult time catching peccaries to eat.
Ruth Allen
Youth Librarian
Central Children's Library (503) 248-5235
Multnomah County Library rutha@nethost.multnomah.lib.or.us
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