“In
the finest American tradition, our public libraries offer all our
citizens a chance to improve themselves and to broaden their horizons. During this special week, I urge men, women and children across the nation to join in honoring the venerable role of libraries in our nation’s past and in rejoicing in their promise for the future of our society.”
–Gerald R. Ford
In honor of National Library Week, here’s President Ford’s 1976 message celebrating libraries and librarians.
Image: President Ford’s message for National Library Week, 1976, from the Eliska A. Hasek Files, Box 1, folder “
National Library Week Message, 1976″
It’s #NationalLibraryWeek! And the Bookmobile is off!
