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Classified advertising orders and copy, and cancellations, should be addressed to the Advertising Department, 50 East Huron Street, Chicago 60611, and should reach that office before the second of the month preceding publication of issue desired. Copy received after that time may be held for the next issue.

Telephone orders for classified advertising, while not encouraged because of the increased risk of copy error, will be accepted. Calls should be directed to Leona Swiech at (312) 944-6780. A confirming order should be mailed to the Advertising Department as soon as possible following the call, along with typewritten copy to be used in proofreading the ad.

Rate for classified advertising is $1.80 per printed line.

FOR SALE

China (mainly), Japan, Korea. Superb collection of books in Western languaqe. All topics. More than 3,000 volumes. Write M. Frazin, ERAC Box 110, Farmington, CT 06032.

Journal of Cataloging and Classification,v.5-12, 1948—56, bd. in 3v. $15. Library Resources and Technical Services, v.l-18, 1957-74, bd. in 9v. v.19, 1975, unbd. $75. All vols, excellent. W. H. Patch, 5817 Dorsett Dr., Madison, Wl 53711.

UNION LIST OF SERIALSin the libraries in the Miami Valley. New Fifth Edition now available $50.00. Fourth Edition (1973) only $10.00. Send order to Sue Campbell, Wright State University Library, Dayton, OH 45431. Prepaid orders are post paid.

STUDY COURSES

INDEXING BY CORRESPONDENCE STUDY. This course has been prepared at the request of, and in collaboration with, the Society of Indexers and is specifically designed as an aid to those who wish to train for admission to the Society's register. Free details from—the Rapid Results College, Dept. WAI, Tuition House, London, SWI9 4DS, England.

WANTED TO BUY

WE BUY POSTERS AND BOUND AND UNBOUND PERI ODICALS.After microfilming, don't dispose of †h‹ oriqinals, sell them to us. We purchase periodicals frorr 1890 to 1940, including Inland Printer, Saturday Eveninç Post, Vogue, Harper's Weekly, Jugend, Fantasîo, anć dozens of other American and European publications We are also looking for old posters—travel, war, book and magazine posters and others from 1890 to 1940 Write or call The Exhumation, P.O. Box 2057, Princeton NJ 08540. (609) 921-2339.

POSITIONS OPEN

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES,Iowa State University Library: Coordinates library-wide budget, planning and personnel activities; has direct responsibility for business, personnel, and photoduplication services, the Library Instruction Department, and the Veterinary Medical Library. Will play a major role in further develoDmen† of building program for new library addition. Qualifications: MLS, five year's administrative experience in academic or research library with evidence of superior performance, and broad knowledge of personnel systems and management operations. Faculty status and excellent fringe benefits. Salary dependent on qualifications, minimum: $20,000. Available July. Apply by May I. Send detailed resume and have three letters of reference forwarded to: Warren B. Kuhn, Dean of Library Services, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. Iowa State University is an equal opportunity/affirma†ive action employer.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR AND HEAD, PUBLIC SERVICES.Position now open. MLS degree from an ALA-accredi†ed library school and second master's degree required. Five or more year's administrative experience in a university library at the department head level or above. Duties include the planning, coordination, and supervision of reference, circulation, and ILL programs and two branch libraries. Public services staff of sixteen (16), plus 75 student assistants. Appointee must have thorough knowledge of library automation and networking. Must be able to work successfully as a team member with fellow staff members, faculty, and students. Usual fringe benefits and state retirement. Faculty status and rank of assoc, prof. Salary $18,000, 12-month contract. Send resume and references to: Dr. George R. Lewis, Director of. Libraries, P.O. Drawer 5408, State College, MS 39762. Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity employer.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES, IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY.Direct and coordinate entire range of library technical services. Immediate challenge in implementing OCLC and continuing development of computerized serials system. Qualifications: MLS, five year's administrative experience within technical services in a large academic or research library, substantive knowledge of library automation, demonstrated' ability in personnel management. Faculty status and excellent fringe benefits. Salary dependent on qualifications, minimum: $20,000. Available August. Apply by June I. Send detailed resume and have three letters of reference forwarded to: Warren B. Kuhn, Dean of Library Services, Iowa State University, Ames, IA 50011. Iowa State University is an equal opportuni†y/affirmative action employer.

ASSISTANT MUSIC/AUDIO LIBRARIAN.Under the music librarian supervises operation of the Audio Center with one full-time staff member and 6 student assistants. Selects, catalogs music recordings, and maintains audio ca†aloq. Aids faculty to select audio reserves and supervises duplication. Supervises and assists in the maintenance of audio equipment. Assists with collection building, reference, and other professional duties as required. Interest in all aspects of college library work essential. Must have MLS, strong in cataloging, and a music major or equivalent. Up to 2 year's practical experience preferred. Salary without experience starts at $9,300. Faculty rank and status. Excellent fringe benefits. One month plus in-school-year vacations. Position open August. Equal employment/affirma†ive action employer. Send resume and credentials to L. R. Rift, College Librarian, Ithaca College, Danby Road, Ithaca, NY 14850.

ASSISTANT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.N ew position in medium-size university in new $1.5 million library building to ooen summer 1977. Salary to be $11,340 for 12 months (24 working days vacation); instructor rank; good fringe benefits. Requirements: 5†h year, ALA-accredited degree. Experience desirable but not necessary. Entails some eve- ninq and weekend work. Applications accepted until May I. Send vita, transcripts, and at least three reference letters to: Eli M. Oboler, University Librarian, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID 83209. An equal oppor†unity/af- firma†ive action employer.

ASSISTANT TO THE DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES FOR PERSONNEL,University of Maryland. Plans, organizes, and coordinates personnel activities of the libraries for. a staff of almost 300. Develops policies and procedures and works in the areas of manpower planning, staff development, employment, affirmative action, and employe relations. At least 3 year's successful administrative experience required and MLS from an ALA-accredited institution also required. Salary: minimum $17,500. For full consideration apply by June I. Send resumes to Elsi H. Goering, University of Maryland Libraries, College Park, MD 20742. An equal opportuni†y/affirmative action employer.

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR FOR PUBLIC SERVICES,University of Maryland, to manage the public services throughout the library system. At least 5 year's successful administrative experience in a large academic library is essential. Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships. Salary minimum $25,000. MLS from an ALA-accredited institution required. Advance degree desirable. For full consideration apply by May 15. Send resumes to Elsi H. Goering, University of Maryland Libraries, College Park, MD 20742. An equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

CATALOG/DOCUMENTS LIBRARIAN.ALA-accredited MLS with full-time experience in original LC cataloging required. Experience or academic training in government documents desirable. Minimum salary $12,400. Position open July I, subject to available funds. Application deadline April 30. Send resume to: Mrs. Carole J. Pollock, Coordinator of Library Services, Danville Community College, 1009 Bonner Ave., Danville, VA 24541. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN:OCLC staff supervisor with responsibilities for training and supervising all OCLC personnel and assisting the administrative cataloger in developing departmental manuals. Qualifications: Graduate degree from an ALA-accredited program with at least two year's professional cataloging experience in a university library system utilizing LC cataloging. OCLC experience is desirable. Salary: $11,500 minimum. Excellent fringe benefits. Application deadline: May I. Apply to: Charles E. Chamberlin, Personnel and Budget Officer, 106 Love Library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, NE 68588. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

CATALOG LIBRARIAN.Responsible for original cataloging of printed materials utilizing DDC and for the supervision of one cataloging assistant in a medium-size research library collection specializing in Ohio history. Requirements: MLS from ALA-accredited library school with at least two year's experience as cataloger in academic or special library. Background in history with MA preferred. Starting salary $11,544 plus excellent benefits package. Position available May. Send vita, official transcripts, and three letters of reference to Personnel Officer, Ohio Historical Society, 1982 Velma Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211.

CATALOG/SERIALS LIBRARIAN:To be responsible for serials control and to do original cataloging of monographs and serials. Requirements: Accredited MLS; 1-3 year's experience as cataloger or serials librarian; demonstrated motivation, flexibility, and supervisory ability. Familiarity with OCLC and/or literature of science and technology desirable. Salary: $11,500+ depending upon qualifications. Position available July I. James C. Andrews, Folsom Library, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, NY 12181. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

CATALOGER.Beginning position in OCLC-member library offers opportunity for recent graduate to participate in all aspects of Catalog Department operation. Salary for 9-month year (mid-August to mid-May) $10,500 or more depending on qualifications. Some opportunity for summer employment. Full faculty privileges; rank dependent on academic qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits, TIAA-CREF, and professional travel opportunities. Requirements: MLS from accredited library school with emphasis on cataloging and classification. Apply to Paul Landenberger, Chairperson, Committee on Faculty Selection, Central Michigan University Library, Mt. Pleasant, Ml 48859, by May 31. CMU is a nondiscriminatory educational institution and employer.

CATALOGER:Anticipated opening. Original cataloging of monographs using MARC tags and LC classification, editing selected OCLC records, cataloging nonbook materials. MLS from ALA-accredited school; fluent reading knowledge of two languages, Latin, Russian, or French. (Spanish may be substituted for French.) Specialization in literature or art. Exposure to and interest in rare books. Full faculty status, eligibility for tenure, 22 working days vacation, paid life and major medical insurance, TIAA/CREF. Salary: $10,000. Apply by May 15 to: William K. Black, Assistant to the Director, University of Louisville Library, Belknap Campus, Louisville, KY 40208. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

CHIEF, GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS DEPARTMENT(Senior Librarian). Salary $ 17,000—$22,000. Responsible for providing the total range of Government Documents Department services, including acquisition, processing, and public service. Defines goals, sets policies, and makes plans for the department; prepares annual departmental budget request and allocates fiscal and physical resources; directs work of four professionals and nine support staff; develops the government documents collection to support academic programs; analyzes and reports to the library administration on activities of the department; takes part in reference services of the department. Qualifications: MLS or equivalent required; graduate training in history, political science or economics helpful; substantial applicable experience in a large academic or research library is required; demonstrated managerial ability is required.. Benefits include TIAA/CREF and 30 working days of holiday annually. Closing date for applications: May I. Contact: Tina Kass, Library Personnel Officer, Stanford University Libraries, Stanford, CA 94305. Stanford is an affirmative ac†ion/equal opportunity employer.

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION—Position available after June I. The Medical Library Association seeks an experienced and innovative individual (MLS required, PhD in libra- rianship preferred) to direct educational and related programs. Working closely with appropriate committees, the director of education plays a major role in the development, promotion, and implementation of MLA's education activities and in the implementation of the association's new competency-based certification program. The appointee provides advisory and consultative services to the library and library education community, represents MLA at meetings of related organizations when appropriate, and assists in general MLA activities as directed. Applicant must possess excellent leadership and communicative. skills, demonstrated superior organizational and administrative abilities, working experience in librarianship (preferably health sciences), research capability and experience, and a background in library education. Position. is located in Chicago and requires moderate travel. Minimum salary is $18,000 with excellent benefits program. Applicants please send confidential resume by April 30 to: John S. LoSasso, Executive Director, Medical Library Association, 919 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 3208, Chicago, IL 60611. The Medical Library Association is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from members of minority groups.

Two librarian/facul†y positions: (I) EVALUATION LIBRARIAN: to develop and administer college-wide testing program offered as library service. MLS, background in education and evaluation methods required. (2) INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN (tentative): to develop and administer undergraduate library instruction program. MLS, background in education and materials development including evaluation required. For both positions, teaching experience and familiarity with nonprint formats desirable. Skill. in total communication using sign language or willingness to learn required. Salary: $14,666 for 12-month appointment. Starting date: June 13. Apply to Fern Edwards, Gallaudet College Library, Kendall Green, Washington, DC 20002. Deadline for applications: May 13. Gallaudet College is an equal opportunity employer.

GOVERNMENT DOCUMENTS LIBRARIAN/ARCHIVIST.Responsible for administration of government documents collection and small, but growing, archives collection. Emphasis of position is on government documents collection. MLS from ALA-accredited library school required. Experience in government documents and/or archives desirable. Faculty appointment—twelve-month appointment. Position, available July I. Minimum salary—$10,500. Send application and resume to Bob Carmack, Director of Libraries, University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD 57069. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

HEAD LIBRARIAN.Fort Hays Kansas State College, enrollment, 5,300, seeks a head librarian to administer the college library. Appointment July I or as soon thereafter as possible. The library staff includes eighteen professional and clerical positions and 35,000 student-use hours annually. Forsyth Library has 277,000 volumes and 500,C00 government documents. The current library budget is approximately $523,000. Forsyth Library was completed in 1967 and seats 1,100. Applicants should preferably have the earned doctorate and MLS degrees; minimum of five year's experience. Administrative experience desirable. Salary negotiable, minimum $20,000. Send vitae and supporting materials to John D. Garwood, Chrprsn., Library Search Committee, Fort Hays Kansas State College, Hays, KS 67601. Applications accepted until May 15. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

HEAD LIBRARIAN,Wes†mar College, LeMars, Iowa 51031. 650 students, 87,000 volumes. New facility. OCLC. Write: Dr. John Courter, Dean, with resume and send credentials.

HUMANITIES LIBRARIANto participate in collection development/service, share reference responsibilities. Accredited graduate degree in library science plus graduate degree in subject area appropriate to humanities. Previous experience required in reference and materials selection in academic library, preferably 2-4 years. Facility in at least one foreign language desirable, as well as capacity for organization of related activities and supervision of other staff and students. Should be articulate in both oral and written communication. Faculty rank and benefits, fiscal year appointment, effective July I. Salary $11,500 to $16,500 dependent upon qualifications. Application and recommendations due by May 15 to Dean of Library Service. University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812; (406) 442-6800. The University of Montana is an equal opportunity employer.

INFORMATION SERVICES LIBRARIAN:Duties include bibliographic instruction; preparation of instructional materials; collection development, especially of reference materials; reference desk duty; supervision of government documents. Participates in formulation of policies and procedures. MLS from accredited library school; second master's degree and previous experience very desirable. Available July I. $ 12,000—$ 14,000. Send letter of application, resume, credentials, and names of three references to Philip C. Wei, College Librarian, Carleton College, Northfield, MN 55057 by 15 April. Carleton College is an equal opportunity/affirma†ive action employer.

LIBRARIAN, REFERENCE:Hampden-Sydney College. Position available I July. Responsible for general reference service, selection of library materials in assigned fields, conducting classes on library resources, developing and directing orientation programs for new students, assisting students engaged in independent study. Prefer applicants who possess, in addition to the master's degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited library school, an advanced degree in a subject field. Twelve-month faculty appointment. Salary $12,000 or more based on education and experience. Closing date for receipt of applications is April 15. Send resume and three letters of recommendation to Paul L. Grier, Librarian, Hampden-Sidney College, Hampden-Sydney, VA 23943. Equal opportunity/ affirmative action employer.

LIBRARIES/LEARNING RESOURCES: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR. Responsibilities: Provide leadership for the university library and audiovisual services; supervise development of new service programs and automated library systems and extension of comprehensive instructional support of off-campus programs. Reports to assistant vice-chancellor—academic systems and is responsible for budget, personnel, and program plan and implementation. Qualifications: earned doctorate with preparation in library and audiovisual services and demonstrated administrative ability in library background. Salary: competitive. Revised date for receipt of applications: April 29. Send resume, three current letters of reference, and transcripts (graduate and undergraduate) to James Gueths, Assistant Vice-Chancellor, University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh, Wl 54901. An equal opportunity employer.

LIBRARY SERVICES COORDINATOR:For University of Wyoming programs in Casper, Wyoming. Work in Casper College Library acting as liaison between university instructors in Casper and library resources in Casper College Library and the UW libraries in Laramie. Duties include reference, circulation, interlibrary loan, and acquisitions. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited school and 1-2 year's public service experience. ILL experience desirable. Rank and salary: Instructor, $10,500 min. Position open: July I. Deadline: April 15. Apply to: Jean S. Johnson, Coordinator of Public Services, Coe Library, University of Wyoming, Laramie, WY 82071. Wyoming is an equal opportunity employer.

NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY,having moved into new Founders Memorial Library, needs to fill four positions. The minimum requirement for these positions is a master's degree from an accredited library school. Fringe benefits include Illinois retirement benefits, academic status, and one-month vacation. Applicants should send their resume and personal references to Mr. George Nenonen, Business Manager, University Libraries, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL 60115, before April 15. Northern Illinois University is an affirmative ac- tion/equal opportunity employer. I. SOCIAL SCIENCES CATALOGER: This person will be responsible for the original cataloging of social science monographs as well as certain materials in Russian. Minimum requirement (beyond the master's degree) is a reading knowledge of Russian. Two years of LC cataloging, a reading knowledge of German, and a second master's degree (or additional graduate work) are highly desirable. Minimum salary: $10,800 for twelve months. 2. BUSINESS AND ECONOMICS SUBJECT LIBRARIAN: This person will be responsible for the operation of the business and economics sub|ect area in Founders Memorial Library, with equal emphasis being placed on readers' advisory services and on collection development. Minimum requirements (beyond the master's degree) are a second master's degree in business or economics and two year's of library experience. Minimum salary: $14,000 for twelve months. 3. HEAD, LIBRARY DATA PROCESSING DEPARTMENT. This person will supervise and coordinate the work of the Library Data Processing Department. The department is responsible for (I) maintaining and developing the library's data base, (2) identifying and suggesting solutions to library data processing problems, and (3) suggesting additional applications of data processing to library operations and routines. Minimum requirement (beyond the master's degree) is four year's of varied and increasingly responsible experience with library data processing. A second master's degree (or additional graduate work) is highly desirable. Minimum salary: $14,000 for twelve months. 4. HEAD, COLLECTIONS DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT: This person will supervise and coordinate the work of four librarians and nineteen operating staff in the Collections Development Department. . The department is responsible for all library acquisitions, including but not limited to monographs, microforms, and serials. Minimum requirement (beyond the master's degree) is six year's of varied and progressively more responsible technical services experience with both monographs and serials. A second master's degree (or additional graduate work), some experience with library data processing, as well as a working knowledge of two maior European languages, are highly desirable. Minimum salary: $17,000 for twelve months.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN(Bio-Medical Sciences) in the Brown University Library. Requirements: MLS from an accredited library school; undergraduate ma|or in one of the life sciences; master's degree in the life sciences desirable; reading knowledge of French and German desirable; experience in medical, health, or life sciences library desirable; familiarity with bibliographic data base desirable. Minimum salary is $10,100 for a twelve-month contract, with one-month vacation. Applications accepted until May I. Send complete resume and three letters of recommendation to Charles D. Churchwell, University Librarian, Brown University Library, Providence, RI 02912. An equal opportunity/affirma†ive action employer.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN:Anticipated opening. Assistant at desk, bibliographic compilation, computer data base searching, book selection, and library instruction. MLS from ALA-accredited school, undergrad major in history, business, economics, or political science. Full faculty status, 22 working days vacation, paid life and major medical insurance, TIAA/CREF. Salary: $10,000. Apply by May I to: William K. Black, Assistant to the Director, University of Louisville Library, Belknap Campus, Louisville, KY 40208. An equal opportunity/affirma†ive action employer.

REFERENCE LIBRARIAN.Beginning reference position. Nine-month appointment (continuous appointment). Requires MLS from ALA-accredited library school. Faculty appointment. Minimum salary—$7,500. Position available: Aug. 15. Send application and resume to Bob Carmack, Director of Libraries, University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD 57069. An equal oppor†uni†y/affirmative action employer.

SCIENCE BIBLIOGRAPHER:Responsible for the development of the.science collections and doing original cataloging of science titles. MLS, reading knowledge of German, and bachelor's degree in one of the sciences, preferably chemistry,, required. Salary: $10,000—$12,000 for a twelve-month period. To apply, send letter of application, resume, transcripts, and placement credentials to: Roy H. Fry, Loyola University Library, 6525 N. Sheridan Rd., Chicago, IL 60626. An equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

SERIALS LIBRARIAN—University of Northern Colorado. ALA-accredited master's required; one year professional experience in technical services desirable. As assistant to acquisitions librarian, participates in planning and supervision of acquisitions services with primary responsibility for serials; assists in problem-solving arising from new computerized serials programs; works with subject reference librarians in development of serials collection. Minimum twelve-month salary, $12,500 (subject to approval of new salary schedule), faculty rank, and usual fringe benefits. Write James B. Greer, Selection Committee Chairman, James A. Michener Library, Greeley, CO 80639, for application forms. Application must be post-marked by May 15. Position starts July I. Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.