History of the Milton Public Library

    This short book lists all of the titles available to members of the Mechanics' Institute of the Town of Milton. Published annually, this catalogue could be read in the library or purchased for 10 cents.

    To be placed inside front cover of library books. In addition to details about loan periods and fines, there is also a blank space for the book's call number.

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    Bookmark printed with the library's hours, lending period, and library rules.

    Crease in bottom left corner. '10' handwritten and underlined in blue pencil on reverse side

Canadian Champion (Milton, ON), 8 May 1952, p. 5     Clipping from The Canadian Champion recalling the founding of the library and some of the services offered at the time of the articles publication in 1952.

Canadian Champion (Milton, ON), 22 May 1952, p. 5     Clipping from The Canadian Champion highlighting details from the establishment and early years of the Mechanics' Institute.

    Clipping detailing the founding of the Milton Library and its early years

    Meeting minutes detailing the establishment of the Mechanics' Institute of the Town of Milton.

    A record of all of the books issued between May 1, 1882 and May 1, 1883.

    Circular detailing the regulations of a Mechanics' Institute Library, Reading Room, Memberships, and Evening Classes, as well as stipulations for funding.

    Fabric bookmark featuring a portrait of The Earl of Aberdeen to commemorate laying the cornerstone at Grace Church.

    This short book lists all of the titles available to members of the Mechanics' Institute of the Town of Milton. Published annually, this catalogue could be read in the library or purchased for 10 cents.