History of Andrew Carnegie and Carnegie Libraries

By Glenn A. Walsh

Internet, World Wide Web Site: http://www.andrewcarnegie.cc *** Electronic Mail: gawalsh@andrewcarnegie.cc

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Biographical Information

History of Carnegie Libraries

Photograph Album *** General History

Libraries in --

Metro Pittsburgh: City * Suburbs ** Philadelphia

Cleveland: Link 1 * Link 2 ** New York City * Brooklyn ** Santa Cruz CA ** Toronto

Alabama ** California ** Florida ** Illinois: Link 1 * Link 2 * Link 3 * Link 4

Indiana: Link 1 * Link 2 ** Iowa: Link 1 * Link 2 * Link 3 * Link 4 * Link 5

Kansas ** Michigan ** Nebraska ** New England ** North & South Dakota ** Ohio

Oklahoma ** Oregon ** Pennsylvania * Western Pennsylvania

South Carolina ** Texas: Link 1 * Link 2 ** Wisconsin: Link 1 * Link 2

Canada - Ontario: Link 1 * Link 2 * Toronto

United Kingdom - Great Britain ** Scotland

Other Carnegie Libraries: Link 1 * Link 2 *** Academic/School Libraries *** National Park Service Lesson Plan

Other Carnegie Library History Links

Web Sites of postcards of Carnegie, and other, historic libraries --

"Library Postcards: Civic Pride in a Lost America"

"Library Postcard Collection of Johnson Roberts Associates, Inc. Architects"

Post Card Library

Other Carnegie Philanthropies

Photograph Album

Quick-Reference Pages (Valuable Library References)

From the 2006 National Preservation Conference:

Preservation of Carnegie Libraries as Libraries

* 2006 Nov. 3 - 2006 National Preservation Conference, Pittsburgh.
Sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, with
local sponsorship (2006) by the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation.
Session - Carnegie Libraries: Challenges and Solutions - Presentations:
* "The Architecture of Literacy, Carnegie Libraries in the U.S." by Mary B. Dierickx, President, Mary B. Dierickx Architectural Preservation Consultants
* "How to Save Carnegie Libraries as Libraries" By Joe Rizzo, AIA, ALA, Principal, Hillier Architecture
* "Primary Impediments to Historic Preservation: EGO and MONEY !" By Glenn A. Walsh, Project Director, Friends of the Zeiss

* 2008 - Three Carnegie Libraries in California:

* 2007 September - Carnegie Library of Syracuse University - More information

* 2007 Sept. 20 - Pittsburgh City Paper:
Old is the new new at the Carnegie's Hall of Architecture turns 100.
BY CHARLES ROSENBLUM

* 2007 April - Large addition to Carnegie Institute/Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh (Carnegie Museum of Natural History and Carnegie Museum of Art), including original Dinosaur Hall (home of "Dippy", original T-Rex specimen, and other famous dinosaur skeletons), Architecture Hall, Sculpture Hall, and the Grand Foyer of the Carnegie Music Hall.

* Centennial of the Gary Works, U.S. Steel Corporation
(U.S. Steel Corporation, successor to the Carnegie Steel Company)

* East Liberty Branch Library, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Opened 1905 October 10
(Original Library Razed for Penn Circle Urban Renewal Project;
New East Liberty Library Opened in 1968)
FESTIVITIES: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2005, 12:00 NOON; More Information

Smydo, Joe. "House members scold Ravenstahl over funding for Carnegie Library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 June 16.

"Research Suggests Water Content Of Moon Interior Underestimated." News Release.
NASA 2010 June 14.
"Scientists at the Carnegie Institution's Geophysical Laboratory in Washington, along with other scientists across the nation, determined that the water was likely present very early in the moon's formation history as hot magma started to cool and crystallize. This finding means water is native to the moon."

Lynds, Jen. "Presque Isle library receives $25,000 donation to improve literacy services."
Bangor Daily News 2010 June 13.
$25,000 donation to expanded Carnegie Library comes after $1 million gift from California granddaughter of former librarian.

Nix, Larry T. "Another Carnegie for Sale - Rockport, MA." Blog.
Library History Buff Blog 2010 June 6.

Wind, Kyle. "State grant boosts Carnegie library project in Kingston."
Daily Freeman, Kingston NY 2010 June 4.
"The state Historic Preservation Office has awarded a $500,000 matching grant to the Kingston school district for work on a voter-approved project to convert the former Carnegie library building on Broadway into an art and technology center, school officials said."

Smydo, Joe. "Council approves another $640,000 for Carnegie Library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 June 1.

Smydo, Joe. "Council supports grant for libraries."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 May 27.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Proposed Refinancing of 2002 Carnegie Library Bond Issue." Address.
Pittsburgh City Council 2010 May 20.

"George Washington racks up late fees at NY library."
Yahoo/AP 2010 April 17.

"Fungus affecting trees in Frick, Highland parks."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2010 April 16.
Henry Clay Frick donated land for Pittsburgh's largest park.

Philips-Haller, Amy. "Bridgeville to unveil mural copy."
The Almanac, South Hills, Pittsburgh 2010 April 14.

Chute, Eleanor. "Obituary: Horton Guyford Stever / President who merged Carnegie, Mellon institutes." Obituary.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 April 11.

Thomas, Mary. "Obituary: Elizabeth C. Shepherd / Art history instructor who became librarian." Obituary.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 April 9.
Became Frick Fine Arts librarian, in building donated by Helen Clay Frick to the University of Pittsburgh, across the street from Carnegie Library.

Wilson Fuoco, Linda. "She's a big booster of 'The Carnegie Carnegie'."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 April 8.

Crothers, Julie. "Library system must cut back, says CEO."
Indianapolis Star 2010 April 6.
"The Library Board has not decided whether it will close branches, but if it does, the East Washington Branch Library, in one of the oldest buildings in Marion County and in need of updates, could be a target. The 1909 library was one of the first branches built using a grant from the Andrew Carnegie Foundation and has undergone only minor renovations in the past 20 years...
"Libraries like the East Washington Street location have some historical significance as well as meaning a lot to the community they serve," Gibson said. He said losing even one location could hurt the neighborhood and schools."

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie Library finances pass audit."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2010 March 30.

Lord, Rich. "Financial projections improve for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2010 March 30.

Nootbaar, Mark. "RAD Gets Library Audit."
WDUQ-FM 90.5 News On-Line 2010 March 30.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Proposed Refinancing Of 2002 Carnegie Library Bond Issue." Address.
Special Meeting, Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District 2010 March 30.

"Library branches safe, but closings, cuts likely soon."
Charlotte Observer 2010 March 25.
Public library service began in Charlotte with the opening of the Charlotte Carnegie Library on 1903 July 2. With the opening of a larger library building in 1956, the Carnegie Library building was demolished in 1954.

"First-ever National Study: Millions of People Rely on Library Computers for Employment, Health, and Education." News Release.
Institute of Museum and Library Services 2010 March 25.

Blankinship, Donna Gordon. "Study: Third of Americans use library computers."
Associated Press 2010 March 24.

Nix, Larry T. "Spencer Iowa's Carnegie Window." Blog.
Library History Buff Blog 2010 March 22.

Oder, Norman. "City of Lexington, KY, Wants To Dip into Library’s Dedicated Funding."
Library Journal On-Line 2010 March 22.
Lexington's Carnegie Library was replaced with a larger downtown library several years ago. The historic Carnegie Library building, in a small downtown park, is now the Carnegie Center for Literacy and Learning.

Wintour, Patrick. "Key to saving libraries: free internet access and Sunday opening."
The Guardian, London 2010 March 22.

Ferrer, Anne and Miles Weiss. "Obituary: Stewart Udall / U.S. Interior secretary under JFK and LBJ."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/Bloomberg News 2010 March 21.
Helped prevent demolition of New York City's famous Carnegie Hall.

Pennsylvania Department of Education, Commonwealth Libraries Institute for Trustees and Friends for 2010 -
Online Registration and Agenda for the Day.
More info for Pittsburgh area meeting

Zlatos, Bill. "North Side church perseveres, eyes another century."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 March 8.
"Its organ was donated by Andrew Carnegie."
Andrew Carnegie grew-up on the North Side of Pittsburgh, then known as the indepedent City of Allegheny.

Vance, Megan. "Family of readers filled arms, minds from our libraries."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Feb. 26.
"I have so many precious recollections tied up with the Carnegie Library in Pittsburgh. If Andrew Carnegie were alive today, I would hug him and tell him what a difference his investment made in all of our lives."

Matoon, Nancy. "Joyce Carol Oates: A Love Letter to Libraries in Longhand." Blog
Book Patrol 2010 Feb. 26.

Zlatos, Bill. "Ruling on open meetings backs Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Feb. 25.

Zlatos, Bill. "Permanent funding base for Carnegie libraries sought."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Feb. 24.

Rosenblum, Charles. "Amidst gloomy news about libraries, the North Side's new Carnegie Library is a bright spot."
Pittsburgh City Paper 2010 Feb. 24, 25.

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie Library panel tasked with finding long-term money."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2010 Feb. 23.

"FINAL DETERMINATION IN THE MATTER OF: GLENN A. WALSH, Complainant, v. CARNEGIE LIBRARY, Respondent."
Appeal Determination.
Office of Open Records, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 2010 Feb. 22.

McNulty, Timothy and Moriah Balingit.
"Obituary: E. Frances Daugherty / Children's librarian
who encouraged kids to read was co-founder of Monroeville Public Library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Feb. 22.
"Later, she earned a degree in library science from Carnegie Library School of Margaret Morrison Carnegie College, now a part of Carnegie Mellon University...
"When she graduated, she was hired by Carnegie Library, where she worked as a research librarian. It was a very prestigious post for someone right out of college, her daughter said...
"In the pre-Internet age, research librarians like Mrs. Daugherty were invaluable to local scholars. The Carnegie Library was then considered the "mother lode" of research material in the region, and Mrs. Daugherty, who was adept at directing people to the right resources, was like a "human Google," Ms. Schneider said."

Zlatos, Bill. "Web site address rankles Carnegie Library."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Feb. 18.

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie Library, residents spar in court over meetings."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2010 Feb. 17.

City Council Resolution Authorizing $600,000 for Carnegie Library, to Prevent Branch Closures
City of Pittsburgh Web Site 2010 Feb. 16.
Pittsburgh City Council finally passed reeolution on 2010 Feb. 16.

City Council Resolution for Construction of Riverview Park Community Center
City of Pittsburgh Web Site 2010 Feb. 16.
Pittsburgh City Council finally passed reeolution on 2010 Feb. 16.
Opening of this community center may result in consolidation of North Side senior citizen centers and the closing of the North Side Senior Citizen Center currently operating in the lower level of the original Allegheny Regional Branch, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh building.

"Court Hearing: Carnegie Library Open Meetings,
"Carnegie Library Open Meetings Legal Complaint: First Court Hearing."
News Release 2010 Feb. 15.

Hoover, Bob. "Nation's libraries get more use, less funding."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Feb. 15.
Second half of article talks about study regarding potential reuses for America's first publicly-funded Carnegie Library, the original Allegheny Regional Branch on the North Side, next-door to the original Buhl Planetarium.

"Open records: Sunlight prevails."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Feb. 12.

"Public's right to know prevails."
Valley Independent, Monessen PA 2010 Feb. 12.

Wilson Fuoco, Linda. "Lincoln portraits on display at renovated post in Carnegie."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Feb. 11.
As part of celebration for reopening of Civil War Museum of the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall in Carnegie, Pennsylvania.

Miller, Glenn. "[PAMAILALL] Governor's Proposed Budget Trims Library Programs for 2010-11."
Electronic Mailing List Message. Pennsylvania Library Association 2010 Feb. 9.

Bowen, Alison. "In Tough Times, a Library Branch Reopens." Blog.
The New York Times On-Line 2010 Feb. 8.
Carnegie Library branch reopens in New York City, after restoration.

Thomas, Mary Ann. "Libraries fulfilled Andrew Carnegie's vision."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Feb. 7.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Come one, come all (updated with new event)." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2010 Feb. 4.
Regarding programs seeking public ideas for reuse of two historic Carnegie Library buildings, in the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of Hazelwood and North Side (original Carnegie Free Library of Allegheny).

Kurtz, Ced. "TechMan: Glory days of the Press can be found on Google."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Jan. 31.
Archives of past issues of The Pittsburgh Press and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, from microfilm now on-line.

Lowry, Patricia. "Andrew Carnegie's former locomotive works on the North Side slated for demolition."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Jan. 24.

Shaw, Kurt. "Art illustrates an amazing life of James J. White."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2010 Jan. 24.
"He also cataloged all of the objects in the collection of the Captain Thomas Espy Grand Army of the Republic Post No. 153 at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library in Carnegie."

"Paul R. Gagne and Mo Willems of Weston Woods win 2010 Carnegie Medal for 'Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!'”
News Release. American Library Association 2010 Jan. 18.

Buglione, Audrey. "RE: Walsh v. Carnegie Library, Docket AP 2009-1150." Electronic Mail Message.
To Carolyn D. Duronio, Barbara Mistick, Glenn A. Walsh 2010 Jan. 12.
Forwarding of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Response to Open Records Appeal.

Pitz, Marylynne. "Carnegie Museums president to retire."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2010 Jan. 8.

Landis, Debra. "Litchfield's library cat gets national mention."
The State Journal-Register, Springfield IL 2010 Jan. 7.
Litchfield, Illinois Carnegie Public Library cat, "Stacks," ranks number 13 on “45 Amazing Library Cats” in the 2010 February issue of Cat Fancy magazine.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Appeal: Deemed Denial of Open Records Request--2nd Attempt." Electronic Mail Message.
To Mary Ann Brawley, Office of Open Records, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania 2009 Dec. 29.

Deitch, Charlie. "Classroom Discussion."
Pittsburgh City Paper 2009 Dec. 24.
Quote from Allegheny Institute on Public Policy President Jake Haulk--
"Haulk: The city would be in a lot stronger position if they hadn't created Heinz Field, Carnegie Science Center, PNC Park, a new convention center that gobbled up a tremendous amount of space and a huge new hockey arena that have taken valuable Downtown property off the tax rolls. To be fussing about CMU, which has been there for a hundred years, when you're taking valuable property off the tax rolls ..."

Scolforo, Mark. "Open records law adds costs, puts strain on staffers."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/AP On-Line 2009 Dec. 23.

Scolforo, Mark. "Open-records law appears to breach government secrecy."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/AP 2009 Dec. 22.

Boren, Jeremy. "Compliance with open-records law meets resistance locally."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Dec. 21.

Scolforo, Mark. "State agencies opening information to public's scrutiny."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/AP 2009 Dec. 21.

Mahoney, Tim. "Keeping records open." Letter-to-the-Editor.
The Daily Courier, Connellsville PA 2009 Dec. 19.

Rujumba, Karamagi. "Free speech an issue in meeting arrest."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 18.
Legal action to determine what public meetings should allow public comment, according to the Sunshine Act.

Walsh, Glenn A. Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law Request: Operating Agreement and Leases for Library Branches. Letter.
To Jacqui Fiske Lazo, Chairwoman, Board of Trustees, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh 2009 Dec. 15.

Majors, Dan. "4 library branches in city win reprieve."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 15.
Also: "Two residents, David Tessitor and Glenn A. Walsh, served the board with a lawsuit, filed in Allegheny County Common Pleas Court on Friday, petitioning the board to open its regular meetings to the public."

Levy, Marc. "Casino-expansion bill clears hurdle."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette/AP 2009 Dec. 15: B-1.
"A bill to legalize casino table games passes a crucial first hurdle in the state House. The bill would provide new funds for the Carnegie Library System."

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie board delays closings of four branch libraries."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Dec. 15.
"Unchanged, though, are plans to merge the Carrick and Knoxville branches, close the Allegheny Depository by December 2010 and raise fines and fees." The Allegheny Depository, where rare books and archives are stored, is located on the second floor of the original Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (next to the original Buhl Planetarium building), the historic 1890 building built in the neighborhood where Andrew Carnegie grew-up.
"During the public forum, David Tessitor, 58, of the North Side read a lawsuit that he and Glenn Walsh of Mt. Lebanon had filed earlier yesterday in Allegheny County Common PleasCourt to open the library board meetings to the public."

Bumsted, Brad. "House approves state-related university aid, table games."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Dec. 15.
Funding from table games at Pittsburgh's Rivers Casino could be a permanent funding stream for the Carnegie Library System.

Tessitor, David, and Glenn A. Walsh "COMPLAINT IN MANDAMUS TO COMPEL OPEN MEETINGS OF CARNEGIE LIBRARY OF THE CITY OF PITTSBURGH, BOARD OF TRUSTEES." Legal Action.
Complaint Filed in Civil Division, Common Pleas Court of Allegheny County, Pittsburgh 2009 Dec. 14.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Sunshine Act & Right-to-Know Law." Address with Addendum.
Carnegie Library Public Forum 2009 Dec. 14.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Sell-Off Historic Library Building ?" Address.
Pittsburgh City Council 2009 Dec. 8.
Regarding proposal of the City of Pittsburgh to sell-off original building of the Hazelwood Branch, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
See also news article.

Roth, Mark. "The Thinkers: Libraries finger way to a digital tomorrow."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 7.
Gloriana St. Clair is Library Director of the Carnegie Mellon University Libraries.

Walsh, Lawrence. "Carnegie Museums scientist leads Montour Trail tour."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 6.

Pitz, Marylynne. "Preservationists want to save crumbling mansion that others see as an eyesore."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 5.
Cottage which may have belonged to Andrew Carnegie at one time.

"Loretta Lynn show canceled."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 5.
Show cancelled at the Music Hall of the Carnegie Library of Homestead.

Brandolph, Adam. "Mayor carves out aggressive budget."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Dec. 4.
Includes sale of historic Hazelwood Branch, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh,
one of the earliest neighborhood branch libraries opened by Andrew Carnegie (in 1900):
"The mayor's new budget includes $500,000 in revenue from the sale of buildings, including
an abandoned fire station in Point Breeze, the old Hazelwood Library and several
recreation and senior centers that have been closed for years, Kunka said."
See also public statement.

Hoover, Bob. "Carnegie Library plans to increase fines for late returns."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 4.

Lord, Rich. "Carnegie Library receives stopgap funding."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Dec. 2.

Lord, Rich. "Pittsburgh Council approves $600,000 to help libraries."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Dec. 1.

Bauknecht, Sara. "Braddock celebrates life of library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Nov. 30.
America's first Carnegie Library.

Articles from the Point Park News Service

Price, Erin. "Carnegie libraries struggle to survive."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Disipio, Angela. "Andrew Carnegie: ‘Free to the People’."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Donaberger, Mitch. "Lack of money does not close the book on every Carnegie library."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Cooper, Haeshah Z. "Libraries offer books, yes, but much, much more."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Andiorio, Doug. "No plans yet for Carnegie libraries that close."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Cowher, Julia. "Readers take to the streets to save libraries."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

Inferrera, Jamie. "State cuts hurt libraries."
Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 12.

"Protests continue against closings of various Carnegie branches."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/Point Park News Service 2009 Nov. 11.

"'Medical Mondays' to begin at Carnegie."
Times-Herald, Newnan GA 2009 Nov. 5.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Proposed Closure of Carnegie Libraries." Address.
Annual Public Hearing: Allegheny Regional Asset District Board of Directors 2009 Oct. 21.
Proposed closings of five branch libraries of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and reopening of Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library after 22 years.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Proposed Closure of Carnegie Libraries." Address. Printed Addendum to Statement.
Special Meeting: Allegheny Regional Asset District Board of Directors 2009 Oct. 21.
State requirement of public libraries to comply with Sunshine Act and Right-to-Know Law.

Skinner, Winston. "Carnegie expert uses Newnan's example to save libraries."
Times-Herald, Newnan GA 2009 Oct. 19.
Also see public statement.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Carnegie Library Closings." Address.
Allegheny County Library Association Board of Directors 2009 Oct. 19.
Proposed closings of five branch libraries of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and reopening of Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library after 22 years.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Carnegie Library’s Plan to Close Branch Libraries." Address.
Pittsburgh City Council 2009 Oct. 14.

Conte, Andrew. "Carnegie Library defends Mistick's salary."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 14.

"The Carnegie introduces honor book system."
Times-Herald, Newnan, Georgia 2009 Oct. 14.
Newly reopened Carnegie Library in Newnan, Georgia; first Carnegie Library building--and probably the first library building of any type--to close (in 1987), be reused for another purpose(as a courthouse annex), then converted back to library service.

Hoover, Bob. "Bad year for Pittsburgh's libraries with cuts and closings."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 13.

O'Neill, Brian. "Around Town: No quiet in these libraries." Column.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 13.

Santoni, Matthew. "Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh tries to keep legacy alive in Allegheny Depository."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 13.

Mellon, Steve. "Carnegie Library, Lawrenceville branch." On-Line Column.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 12.
On-Line, Interactive, Panaoramic Photograph of Interior of Historic Lawrenceville Branch, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh--providing 360-degree view of the first Carnegie Library neighborhood branch and prototype for all other neighborhood branch libraries.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Beechview group refuses to defer." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 12.

Zlatos, Bill. "War of words begins over closing, downsizing libraries."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 11.

Wills, Rick. "Lawrenceville library users disappointed."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 11.

Markowitz, Jack. "Turning a page on Carnegie." Column.
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 11.

Open Letters - "Issue One: Libraries." Letters-to-the-Editor.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 11.

"Sad chapter: Downsizing comes to the Carnegie Library." Editorial.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 9.

Heyl, Eric. "Carnegie Library cash panic a bit fishy." Column.
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 9.

Santoni, Matthew and Bill Zlatos. "Wagner: State should ante up to save Pittsburgh libraries."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 9.

Hoover, Bob. Carnegie Library review weighed."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 8.

Weinhold, John D. "Keep libraries open and fully funded." South Hills Zoned Edition: Letter-to-the-Editor.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 8.

Harding, Margaret. "Cuts in library management urged."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 8.

Walsh, Glenn A, "Carnegie Library’s Plan to Close Branch Libraries." Address.
Pittsburgh City Council 2009 Oct. 7.
Proposed closings of five branch libraries of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and reopening of Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library after 22 years.
Also see news article.

Hoover Bob. "Library system trims five Carnegie branches across city
Closings to include some of oldest sites; hours, staff also cut."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 7.

Hoover Bob and Amy Schaarsmith. "Carnegie board's vote provokes an uproar."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 7.

Santoni, Matthew. "Carnegie Library to close four branches, merge some."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Oct. 7

Hoover, Bob and Rich Lord. "Board votes to cut Carnegie Library branches, hours and staff."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 6.
Also, Post-Gazette links to map of affected branch libraries and on-line forum of public comments.

Matthew Santoni. "Carnegie Library planning drastic cuts, closures for 2010."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2009 Oct. 6.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Library backers plead for survival of their branches."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Oct. 6.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Signs signs everywhere are signs." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 6.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "We're in a book bind." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 6.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Whose community should we engage?" Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 5.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Rally for libraries today (updated)." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 5.

Nelson Jones, Diana. "Sheraden facing another loss." Blog: City Walkabout.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Oct. 5.

Goldberg, Beverly and Sean Fitzpatrick. "Georgia Town Returns to Its Carnegie Library Roots."
American Libraries Magazine On-Line & Electronic Newsletter 2009 Sept. 23.
Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library reopens after being closed for 22 years. This library made history by being the first Carnegie Library building, and probably the first library building of any type, to close, be reused for another purpose (as a courthouse annex), then be converted back to library service!

Blumenstein, Lynn. "Library broke from county system to focus on local needs."
Library Journal On-Line 2009 Sept. 21.
Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library reopens after being closed for 22 years. This library made history by being the first Carnegie Library building, and probably the first library building of any type, to close, be reused for another purpose (as a courthouse annex), then be converted back to library service!

"Carnegie celebration continues with brown bag lecture."
Times-Herald, Newnan GA 2009 Sept. 17.
Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library reopens after being closed for 22 years. This library made history by being the first Carnegie Library building, and probably the first library building of any type, to close, be reused for another purpose (as a courthouse annex), then be converted back to library service!

Richardson, Elizabeth. "City reopens historic library."
Times-Herald, Newnan GA 2009 Sept. 16.
Newnan, Georgia Carnegie Library reopens after being closed for 22 years. This library made history by being the first Carnegie Library building, and probably the first library building of any type, to close, be reused for another purpose (as a courthouse annex), then be converted back to library service!

Rujumba, Karamagi. "Arts and cultural groups make their cases for RAD funds."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Aug. 26.
Carnegie Library asks for 10 percent increase in funding, to avoid closing branches.

Turnbull, Jessica. "Pittsburgh's Carnegie Library asks for $19 million to offset budget cuts."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Aug. 26.

Colaizzi, Theresa. "Our libraries are invaluable assets and must be properly funded." Blog: Letter
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 Aug. 14.
Open letter from President of the Pittsburgh Board of Public Education.

Hoover, Bob. "Carnegie Library seeks RAD funding increase."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Aug. 11.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Statement before the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Public Meeting." Address.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Town Hall Meeting III (Community College of Allegheny County Forester Student Services Building Auditorium) 2009 July 21.
Regarding rejuvination of Friends groups and library management ignoring Friends of the West End Library offer to raise funds to air-condition West End Branch Library.

Zlatos, Bill. "Allegheny Regional Asset District continues hold on spending."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 July 9.
"Prior to the Allocations Committee report, three residents complained to the board about a proposed formula for distributing RAD money to suburban libraries...
Christopher Cahillane, president of the Mt. Lebanon Public Library Board, and Glen Walsh, also of Mt. Lebanon, urged rejection of the formula. Mt. Lebanon would lose $170,976, the most of any suburban library, under the distribution plan."

Walsh, Glenn A. "RAD Distribution Funding Formula For County Libraries." Address.
Allegheny Regional Asset District Board of Directors Meeting 2009 July 8.

Hoover, Bob. "Library asks for cost-saving ideas."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 July 7.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "Experts: Carnegie missing out on research opportunities with skeleton crew."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 July 5.

Hasch, Michael. "Carnegie Hero Fund Commission honors 22 selfless heroes."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 July 2.

"Carnegie Library seeks input on financial woes."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 July 2.

"2 men from region receive Carnegie hero awards."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 July 1.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "Carnegie Museum of Natural History paleontologist helps find a new 'link'."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 July 1.

Templeton, David. "Carnegie Museum's research kept going by donations, volunteers."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 July 1.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Formula Committee Recommendation." Address.
Allegheny County Library Association Special Membership Meeting 2009 June 23.

Hoover, Bob. "At Carnegie Library, officials talk volumes of money woes."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 June 23.

Zlatos, Bill. "Financial situation dire for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 June 23.

Hoover, Bob. "Carnegie Library warns of $3 million shortfall."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2009 June 22.

Chute, Eleanor. "CMU names new board chairman."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 June 22.

Zapana, Victor. "Opening of new SportsWorks delayed three months."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 June 22.
Carnegie Science Center warehouse, which included original SportsWorks
exhibit, also held storage of historic Buhl Planetarium artifacts.

Wilson Fuoco, Linda. "Comfort coming to Carnegie hall, Original wooden seats will be replaced."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 June 18.
Refers to original wooden seats, with hat rack under each seat, in the Music Hall of the Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall in Carnegie, Pennsylvania.

LaRussa, Tony. "East Liberty branch of Carnegie Library to close for 15-month renovation."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 June 11.

Baillie, Ronald J. and Ann M. Metzger.
"Robots R Us, Robotics play a key role in Pittsburgh's present and future." Op-Ed.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 June 10.
Ronald J. Baillie and Ann M. Metzger are co-directors of The Carnegie Science Center.

Machosky, Michael. "Carnegie Science Center adds Roboworld to permanent exhibits."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 June 10.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "Pittsburgh teen's art displays polar bears among Carnegie library books."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 June 9.

Widmer, Jeff. "Carnegie time capsule awaits its grand opening."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 June 4.

Niederberger, Mary. "Mt. Lebanon Public Library director chosen to chair the Newbery Medal committee."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 May 20.
Early in her career, Cynthia Richey was appointed Children's Librarian in 1972, for the newly-opened Squirrel Hill Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.

"Fair reading: The county's libraries try to even out funding." Editorial.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 May 20.

"Carnegie borough manager resigns from post."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 May 19.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Cancellation of April Board Meeting." Address.
Allegheny County Library Association Board Meeting 2009 May 18.
Also see: statement before ACLA Membership.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "Geologist couple mine golden discovery at Carnegie museum."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 May 17.

Fibbe, Ken. "Homestead's Carnegie library seeks more funds."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 May 16.

Niederberger, Mary. "Change in formula may push libraries funds down, up."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 May 14.

Williams, Bob. "'Dire' cuts face library,"
The Almanac, South Hills, Pittsburgh 2009 April 29.
Historic Carnegie Libraries in depressed areas such as Braddock (nation's first Carnegie Library), Homestead, and McKeesport could see funding increases.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Proposed County Library District." Address.
Allegheny County Library Association Membership Meeting 2009 April 29.
Also see: statement before RAD Board; statement before ACLA Board.

Charleton, Angela. "Humanity's earliest written works go online."
Yahoo/AP 2009 April 21.

"IMLS Celebrates National Library Week."
Institute of Museum and Library Services 2009 April 14.

Smith, Corinne H. "Updates to New England Carnegies." News Release.
"New England Carnegies" Web Site < http://www.necarnegies.com/ > 2009 April 10.

Walsh, Glenn A. "Proposed County Library District." Address.
Allegheny Regional Asset District Board of Directors Meeting 2009 March 30.
Also see: statement before ACLA Membership.

O'Neill, Brian. "You can feast at a library, but its costs are no fiction." Column.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 March 29.

Niederberger, Mary. "Patrons flock to libraries as economy struggles."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 March 26.

Orrick, Dave. "Closing of St. Paul's Hamline-Midway Library might be delayed."
St. Paul Pioneer Press 2009 March 11.
Possible closing and/or repurposing of 1930 library neighborhood branch in St. Paul, Minnesota.

Howell, Donna. "John Brashear Kept His Goals In Sharp Focus."
Investor's Business Daily 2009 March 5: A3.
< http://finance.yahoo.com/news/ >. Posted 2009 March 4. Viewed 2009 March 5.
(Reprint of 2006 Oct. 18 article)
Howell, Donna. "John Brashear Kept His Goals In Sharp Focus."
Investor's Business Daily 2006 Oct. 18: A3.
(Donna Howell, Technology Reporter, Investor's Business Daily)
Friends of the Zeiss Project Director Glenn A. Walsh is extensively
quoted in this national business newspaper article, regarding the life of
famous 19th century astronomer and lens maker John A. Brashear,
who was a confidant of Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick.

LaRussa, Tony. "CMU eyes high-tech for playground fun."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Jan. 27.

Kalson, Sally. "Carnegie Library needs new approach to thrive, study says."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Jan. 17.

Zlatos, Bill. "Merger, closings would help library funds, study says."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Jan. 16.

Schackner, Bill. "Now college students can pull an all-nighter at the library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Jan. 4.

Roth, Mark. "CMU knows what's on your mind."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Jan. 4.

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie Museums president earns praise for guidance."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Jan. 4.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "Private donors supply scientists with crucial tools for research."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2009 Jan. 3.

"Carnegie gets big donation from hospital, Children's hands over $25,000 in surplus equipment."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Jan. 3.

Majors, Dan. "Another fine mess: Science center's sloppy celebration amuses, educates youngsters."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2009 Jan. 2.

Zlatos, Bill. "Carnegie library shaves 2 hours a week."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Dec. 31.

LaRussa, Tony. "Children's Hospital donates lab to Carnegie Museum."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Dec. 30.

Walsh, Glenn. "Carnegie Library's Plan to Close Branch Libraries?" Address.
Pittsburgh City Council Public Hearing 2008 Dec. 1.

Barcousky, Len. "Book makes point about labor's role here."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Nov. 19.

Walsh, Glenn. "Addendum to Carnegie Library 'Rightsizing' Plan News Release."
News Release 2008 Nov. 18.
Walsh, Glenn. "Carnegie Library to Consider Closing Libraries in 'Rightsizing' Plan."
News Release 2007 Aug. 26.

Lubrano, Alfred. "Fishtown residents rally to save library."
Philadelphia Inquirer 2008 Nov. 11.

Tales, Dafney. "Plans for library closures spark Fishtown protest."
Philadelphia Daily News 2008 Nov. 11.

Petrucelli, Alan W. "A Fresh Look: Borrowing some enjoyment at Carnegie Library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Nov. 10.

Zapf, Karen. "Mastery at the museum."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Nov. 10.

Togyer, Jason. "The Next Page: G.C. Murphy Co. -- the lore of the store."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Nov. 9.
New book on former McKeesport-based G. C. Murphy Company, inspired by nonprofit G.C. Murphy Company Foundation Board member Bob Messner, who also sits on the Board of Directors of the Braddock's Field Historical Society, which operates America's first Carnegie Library, the Carnegie Free Library of Braddock.

Boccella, Kathy. "Hoping for a happy nonending at branches."
Philadelphia Inquirer 2008 Nov. 9
"Dougherty said the Friends, a non-profit advocacy group, was excluded from the decision-making process and does not know why those 11 branches - four of them created by industrialist Andrew Carnegie - were selected...Moreover, the 11 targeted branches will be closed permanently and sold, even though some of them are historic buildings."

DeHuff, Jenny. "Nutter Outlines Budget Cuts."
Philadelphia Evening Bulletin 2008 Nov. 7.

"Nutter: Budget crisis; many service cuts permanent."
Philadelphia Inquirer On-Line 2008 Nov. 6.
"Nutter Slashes Police & Fire Departments, Tax Reductions, City Services."
Philadelphia Daily News On-Line 2008 Nov. 6.
"Philadelphia mayor outlines drastic budget cuts."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line/AP 2008 Nov. 6.
"Eleven libraries will close, and three others will lose their Sunday hours."

Haynes, Monica. "'Lucy's' Little Ricky grows into new roles."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Nov. 2.
Famous child actor from 1950s recently shot movie role, for Christian movie, in and around Carnegie PA.

Cronin, Mike. "CMU pushes into frontiers of 'cloud computing'."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Nov. 1.

Misch, Anthony and William Sheehan. The Mount Wilson 60-inch ws the First Great Reflector for the Imaging Age."
Sky and Telescope Magazine 2008 November.
The Carnegie Institution of Washington agreed to begin funding Mt. Wilson Observatory
facilities and research on 1904 Dec. 20; Andrew Carnegie visited Mt. Wilson
Observatory on 1910 March 17.

Schackner, Bill. "CMU sets $1 billion fund-raising goal."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Oct. 27.

"CMU halfway to $1 billion goal."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Oct. 27.

Lowry, Patricia. "History shapes new Hill library."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Oct. 26.

Walsh, Lawrence. "Libraries are 'microcosms of community'."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Oct. 26.

Togneri, Chris. "Jimmy Carter was 'like God himself'."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Oct. 25.
President Carter makes unannounced visit to Carnegie PA in 1979.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "CMU's 'Red' Whittaker dominates field."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Oct. 24.

Rawson, Christopher. "In the Wings: New Hill District Carnegie Library, 'Radio Golf'." Column.
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Oct. 23.

Gormly, Kellie B. "Science center event teaches ins and outs of chemistry."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Oct. 23.

Krift, F.A. "Historic structure presents unique challenge."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Oct. 23.
Building of Historical Society of Carnegie PA

Thomas, Mary. "'Sensational year' for Carnegie Museums, says CEO Hillenbrand."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Oct. 14.

Heinrichs, Allison M. "City's parks offer urban relief."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Sept. 21.
Highlights, with photos, Frick Park, Allegheny Observatory in Riverview Park, and Carnegie Lake in Schenley Park.

Walsh, Glenn. "Pennsylvania Sunshine Act Compliance."
Address. Board of Directors, Allegheny County Library Association 2008 Sept. 15.

Jackson, M.A. "Carnegie Carnegie, A Local Treasure Restored."
Mt. Lebanon Magazine 2008 September.

Krift, F.A. "Carnegie Free Library & Music Hall rises out of poverty."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 28.

Schackner, Bill. "Harvard top-ranked college; Princeton is No. 2."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Aug. 22.
Annual college rankings by U.S. News & World Report Magazine.
"In Pittsburgh, Carnegie Mellon University maintained its 22nd spot among the 50 best national universities. In a survey of its peers, Carnegie Mellon's undergraduate business program ranked sixth best and its engineering program was ninth. In the specialties categories, Carnegie Mellon's computer engineering program was third."
Carnegie Mellon University founded by Andrew Carnegie in 1900 as the Carnegie Technical Schools.

Petrucelli, Alan W. "A Fresh Look: By any name, this hotel still splendid."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Aug. 18.
History of Pittsburgh's William Penn Hotel, built in 1916 by Carnegie Steel Company former partner Henry Clay Frick.

Cato, Jason. "Case closed: Judge's portrait finally found."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 15.
Rare 19th century portrait found in Carnegie Library book, after Pittsburgh Tribune-Review publishes news of portrait missing from U.S. Post Office and Courthouse:
Cato, Jason. "Judge's photo still missing despite search efforts."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 8.

Boselovic, Len. "U.S. Steel reaches tentative contract with union."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2008 Aug. 12.
Successor of Andrew Carnegie's Carnegie Steel Company, including Andrew Carnegie's first steel mill, the Edgar Thomson plant in Braddock PA.

Napsha, Joe. "U.S. Steel, USW agree on new labor contract."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2008 Aug. 12.
Successor of Andrew Carnegie's Carnegie Steel Company, including Andrew Carnegie's first steel mill, the Edgar Thomson plant in Braddock PA.

Andren, Kari. "History center presses for new way of funding."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Aug. 12.
"The lucky seven are, and the amounts they will received this year, include: the Carnegie Museums in Pittsburgh, $502,000; the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts in Harrisburg, $139,000; The Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia, $759,000; Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia, $465,000; African American Museum in Philadelphia, $354,000; the Everhart Museum in Scranton, $45,000; and the Mercer Museum in Bucks County, $193,000."

Templeton, David. "Disney picks CMU to work on robotics, animation."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Aug. 12.

Houser, Mark. "Artist gives 'life' to remains of prehistoric animals."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 11.
"... the firm rebuilt the Carnegie Museum of Natural History's dinosaur exhibit..."
"After working seven years designing and building mechanical exhibits at the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh, Marshall took a job grinding, welding and hammering custom steel mounts for dinosaur bones at the Turtle Creek shop."

Roth, Mark. "Pausch legacy shared at CMU, across nation."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Aug. 11.

"Pittsburgh sets world record for wedding vow renewals."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 9.
"The record was set Feb. 10 at the Carnegie Music Hall in Oakland."

Paul, Jenny. "Libraries branch out with offerings."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 7.
"With gas and groceries taking a bigger bite out of paychecks, more people are looking for ways to be entertained and educated without spending a lot of cash.
That makes libraries more popular than ever."

Conte, Andrew. "Homestead swimmer's 1932 Olympics star sparkles."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Aug. 3: A1.
92-year-old Anna Mae Gorman Lindberg learned how to swim at the swimming pool in the Carnegie Library of Homestead, where she still swims three times a week.

"Technology Services
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and the eiNetwork."
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh 2008 July.
Carnegie Library proposes becoming fiscal agent for the Electronic Information Network For Public Libraries in Allegheny County.

Boselovic, Len. "U.S. Steel profits double, stock soars."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2008 July 29.
Successor of Andrew Carnegie's Carnegie Steel Company.

Napsha, Joe. "US Steel second quarter profit more than doubles."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2008 July 29.
Successor of Andrew Carnegie's Carnegie Steel Company.

Gilbert Brown, Carole. "Demolition uncovers Mail Pouch ad."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 July 24.
Ancient ad found on side of building in Carnegie, Pennsylvania.

Roth, Mark. "Little-known Magee memorial in Oakland links political boss, famous sculptor ."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 July 4.
Magee Memorial outside entrance to Oakland Carnegie Library.

Thomas, Mary. "Carnegie Museums trustees get new board chairman."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 July 2.

* Meyer, Amy A. Letter-to-the-Editor: "Rethink a sad lock."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 June 30.
(Sixth letter of nine on web page)
Regarding decision to lock door connecting Carnegie Museum and Library.

* "Doorway between Carnegie's library and museum locked."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 June 19.

* Zlatos, Bill. "Man who helped transform CMU retires."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 May 28.

* "Carnegie Library Makes Preservation History!"
National Trust for Historic Preservation 2008 May 27.
More information about Carnegie Library, Newnan GA.

* "CMU announces new vice president for campus affairs."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 26.

* Templeton, David. "Robots square off on soccer matches."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 24.

* Druckenbrod, Andrew. "CMU ends Cuarteto funding."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 24.

* Sostek, Anya. "Carnegie Science Center director leaving."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 23.

* Zlatos, Bill. "Science Center director hired to head similar venue in Ky.."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 May 23.

* "A different crystal skull at Carnegie Museum."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 23.

* "Carnegie Science Center director headed to Kentucky."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2008 May 22.

* "Science center director Haas leaving Pittsburgh."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2008 May 22.

* McCoy, Adrian. "Titanic on the Ohio: Extensive 'Artifact Exhibition' surfaces at the Science Center."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 22.

* Gilbert Brown, Carole. "Carnegie post office moving just down the block."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 May 22.
U.S. Post Office abandons historic 1916 post office building, down the hill from historic 1901 Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall.

* Junker, Leann. "County's libraries take on Whiskey Rebellion."
Tribune-Review, Greensburg PA 2008 May 21.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Pennsylvania Sunshine Act Compliance."
Address. Board of Directors, Allegheny County Library Association. 2008 May 19.
Prepared Statement *** Large-Print Version

* Fitzpatrick, Dan. "Top of the triangle: UPMC getting ready to put its name on U.S. Steel Tower."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 25.
"It went up in 1970 as a symbol of Pittsburgh's industrial power, sprung from the vestiges of Andrew Carnegie's 19th-century steel empire and held together by rust-colored columns produced in Homestead.
"U.S. Steel Corp. is still the largest tenant in the 64-story U.S. Steel Tower, but next weekend a new economic power intends to put its mark atop this symbol of Pittsburgh industry -- and in so doing, cap a shift three and half decades in the making."

* "CMU names its mascot."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 19.
* Zlatos, Bill. "CMU unleashes its first mascot."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 18.

* Rouvalis, Cristina. "New director of the Carnegie Museum of History faces
the challenge of keeping it competitive."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 16.

* Gormly, Kellie B. "Science Center gets set for 'Titanic' summer."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 16.

* "CMU'S ROBOT HALL OF FAME."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 19.
* Templeton, David. "Robots coming to life in 2009 exhibit."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 10.
* Houser, Mark. "Roboworld could cement 'Burgh as robotics capital."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 10.
* Houser, Mark. "Robots do a little networking."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 9.

* Gilbert Brown, Carole. "Battle for mayor's job in Carnegie continues to force appointment."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 10.

* Sostek, Anya. "'Tartan Square?' CMU officials want to put their stamp on South Craig St."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 8.

* "Carnegie sued over appointment of mayor."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 8.

* "Carnegie Science Center will open comprehensive robotics exhibition."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 7.

* Houser, Mark. "CMU at forefront in building thinking machines."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 6.
* "What is artificial intelligence?."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 6.
* "Will A.I. work lead to robots taking over the world?"
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 6.

* Wills, Rick. "CMU pops insular 'bubble' with volunteer effort."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 6.

* Weigand, Jodi. "City libraries guard books worth millions."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 April 5.

* "Boy nicknames dino at Carnegie Museum."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 5.

* "CMU appoints new dean for College of Science."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 4.
* Schackner, Bill. "CMU names science dean."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line 2008 April 2.
New Dean, Fred Gilman, has been the Buhl Professor of Theoretical Physics since 1995.

* "Library wins award."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 April 2.
Award for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Lower North Side - Two Years with No Public Library Service Despite Repaired Library."
Address. Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District. 2008 March 31.
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* Zlatos, Bill. "Allegheny Foundation grants $100,000 to Carnegie library."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 March 30.
Grant for Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, Carnegie PA

* Walsh, Glenn A. Letters-to-the-Editor:
"About my views." (Last letter of six letters on web page)
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 March 29.
Response to letter-to-the-editor personal attack,
regarding both Carnegie Library and Buhl Planetarium,
published in the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on 2008 January 1.
Original, more detailed response was e-mailed to the
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette on 2008 January 5.

* Zlatos, Bill. "Bill Cosby to give CMU Scotty dog."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 March 24.

* Calabro, Tina. "Braddock library tackles theater for disabled."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 March 20.
America's first Carnegie Library.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Response to Personal Attack in Post-Gazette."
Address. Allegheny County Council. 2008 March 18.
Response of Glenn A. Walsh to personal attack in "Belated opposition"
letter-to-the-editor in 2008 Jan. 1 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, regarding
both Carnegie Library and Buhl Planetarium.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Response to Personal Attack in Post-Gazette."
Address. Pittsburgh City Council. 2008 March 18.
Response of Glenn A. Walsh to personal attack in "Belated opposition"
letter-to-the-editor in 2008 Jan. 1 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, regarding
both Carnegie Library and Buhl Planetarium.

* Rothstein, Edward. "With Expanding Library’s Promise, Concern About Its Purpose."
The New York Times 2008 March 17.

* "Carnegie Science Center picks new chairman."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line/AP 2008 March 13.

* Sciullo, Maria. "Play it, Henry Frick?"
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 March 13.
Mystery continues of who (Henry Clay Frick, Andrew Carnegie, or someone else?) donated vintage Steinway piano to the Music Hall of the Carnegie Library of Homestead in 1899.

* Gilbert Brown, Carole. "Snyder named Carnegie mayor by 4-2 vote."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 March 13.

* "The Allegheny Library saga continues."
Allegheny West Gazette Newsletter, Pittsburgh 2008 March.
The Allegheny West Gazette is the official newsletter of the Allegheny West Civic Council, North Side, Pittsburgh.

* Isenberg, Robert. History: Head Trip, Carnegie's T. Rex finally makes it to his new home."
Pittsburgh City Paper 2008 March 6.

* McNulty, Timothy. "Obituary: Anthony "Tony" A. Martin / Former director of Carnegie Library system Aug. 18, 1920-March 1, 2008."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 March 4.

* "T. rex heads for completion."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Feb. 27.

* "Video: Museum welcomes return of Tyrannosaurus rex."
Video Clip. Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Feb. 26.

* "Carnegie Museum getting new director."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Feb. 26.

* Heinrichs, Allison M. "Hands-on director to lead Carnegie Museum of Natural History."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Feb. 26.

* Heinrichs, Allison M. "New director chosen for Carnegie Museum of Natural History."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line 2008 Feb. 25.

* Heinrichs, Allison M. "Fangs sharpened for T. rex's long-awaited revival."
Pittsburgh Tribune-Review 2008 Feb. 23.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Response to Personal Attack in Post-Gazette."
Address. Board of Directors, Allegheny County Library Association. 2008 Feb. 18.
Response of Glenn A. Walsh to personal attack in "Belated opposition"
letter-to-the-editor in 2008 Jan. 1 Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, regarding
both Carnegie Library and Buhl Planetarium.

* O'Neill, Sharon M. Correspondence (Electronic-Mail):
"Actions, Funding, and Parties involved in the Former Sunoco Site at the
corner of Federal and Parkhurst Streets in Central Northside."
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh 2008 Feb. 8.
Response to David Tessitor's Pennsylvania Right-to-Know Law Request regarding
funding sources used for site of proposed new North Side Carnegie Library.

* Walsh, Glenn A. "Carnegie Library's Abandonment of Allegheny Regional Library."
Address. Pittsburgh City Council. 2008 Jan.15.
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* Surma, John and Gerard, Leo. "Sunday Forum: The importance of libraries."
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Jan. 13

* News Release: "Mrs. Laura Bush to Present Top Library and Museum Awards
at January 14th White House Ceremony."
Institute of Museum and Library Services 2008 Jan. 9.

* Malakoff, Robert. "Library arrogance," Letters-to-the-Editor
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Jan. 2
(Second letter of seven on web page)

* Demko, David and Kimmel, Joan. "Belated opposition," Letters-to-the-Editor
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 2008 Jan. 1
(Fifth letter of seven on web page)
Glenn A. Walsh Reply (to Pittsburgh Post-Gazette by electronic mail)
to Personal Attack in "Belated opposition" Letter-to-the-Editor.
Regarding BOTH Carnegie Library and Buhl Planetarium.

* 2007 Dec. 31 - CNN/AP:
Study: Web generation heaviest users of public libraries

* 2007 Dec. 28 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
North Side library relocation plan given green light
By Jeremy Boren

* 2007 Dec. 28 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
City Council clears way for new North Side library

* 2007 Dec. 27 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review On-Line:
Council OKs North Side library move
By Jeremy Boren

* 2007 Dec. 27, 10:48 a.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
Council clears way for new North Side library
By Rich Lord

* 2007 Dec. 27 - Pittsburgh City Council:
MINUTES OF RECONVENED STANDING COMMITTEES MEETING OF DECEMBER 18, 2007
FOR PRELIMINARY VOTE ON PROPOSAL TO BUILD NEW NORTH SIDE LIBRARY
Meeting occurred: Thursday, December 27, 2007, 10:00 a.m. EST
During this meeting of City Council's Standing Committee on Housing, Economic Development & Promotion, Bill Number 2007-1944 was approved, allowing Carnegie Library to move out of the historic Allegheny Regional Branch into a new structure on the new property to be purchased from the Urban Redevelopment Authority. Later that morning, during the last legislative meeting of this session of City Council, the resolution received final approval. In both cases, the vote was 7 in favor, 1 opposed; City Councilwoman Darlene Harris (whose district the historic Allegheny Regional Branch is located within) was the opposing vote.

* 2007 Dec. 27 - Public Statement and Support Letter --
Public statement before Pittsburgh City Council regarding future of Allegheny Regional Branch, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, along with letter supporting retention of historic Allegheny Regional Branch building as a public library.

* 2007 Dec. 27 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Preservationist seeks delay in sale of land for library
By Rich Lord

* 2007 Dec. 27 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Carnegie library will get $25,000 from borough after all
By Jeffrey Widmer, FOR THE TRIBUNE-REVIEW
Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, Carnegie, Pennsylvania, will continue to get a $25,000 municipal subsidy, as it has each year for a decade.

* 2007 Dec. 24 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
U.S.'s first Carnegie Library in jeopardy
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
Newnan, Georgia, which moved library services out of historic Carnegie Library building
20 years ago in favor of new library structure, plans to undo this mistake
by restoring library service to historic Carnegie Library building.
This will be the first Carnegie Library building to have library service restored,
after the building was used for an alternate purpose (courthouse annex).
More information about Newnan Carnegie Library

* 2007 Dec. 21 - Pittsburgh City Council:
RECONVENED STANDING COMMITTEES MEETING OF DECEMBER 18, 2007
FOR PRELIMINARY VOTE ON PROPOSAL TO BUILD NEW NORTH SIDE LIBRARY
Thursday, December 27, 2007, 10:00 a.m. EST
Final vote is expected at City Council Legislative Meeting, IMMEDIATELY
FOLLOWING RECONVENED STANDING COMMITTEES MEETING.

* 2007 Dec. 19 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
North Side library debate at historic dimension
By Bill Zlatos

* 2007 Dec. 18 - Public Hearing Statements and Letters --
Public Hearing before Pittsburgh City Council regarding future of Allegheny Regional Branch, The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh

* 2007 Dec. 18 - Public Statement before
Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh - Public hearing regarding restoring library service to Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be Tue., Dec. 18, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side:

* 2007 Dec. 17 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Page B-1:
Library's plan to build anew on North Side meets strong opposition
By Diana Nelson Jones
Regarding plans to abandon historic Allegheny Regional Library building,
built by Andrew Carnegie in the neighborhood where he grew-up.
in favor of smaller library structure three blocks away.

* 2007 Dec. 17 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
Carnegie Friends support Pittsburgh
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
Newnan, Georgia, which moved library services out of historic Carnegie Library building
20 years ago in favor of new library structure, plans to undo this mistake
by restoring library service to historic Carnegie Library building.
This will be the first Carnegie Library building to have library service restored,
after the building was used for an alternate purpose (courthouse annex).
More information about Newnan Carnegie Library

* 2007 Dec. 17 - Public Statement before
Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh - Public hearing regarding restoring library service to Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be Tue., Dec. 18, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side:

* 2007 Dec. 16 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Henry Clay Frick 'respected and hated'
By Kim Leonard
Henry Clay Frick was, for many years, a partner of Andrew Carnegie in the Carnegie Steel Company.

* 2007 Dec. 12 - Public Statement before
Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh - Public hearing regarding restoring library service to Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be Tue., Dec. 18, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side:

* 2007 Dec. 11 - Public Statement before
Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh - Public hearing regarding restoring library service to Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will be Tue., Dec. 18, 2007 at 5:00 p.m. in the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side:

* 2007 Dec. 9 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Hearing set for opponents of new North Side library
By Diana Nelson Jones

* 2007 Dec. 9 - NEWS RELEASE:
Fate of 1st Carnegie Library to be Debated at North Side
Neighborhood Public Hearing, Sponsored by City Council
Tue. Dec. 18, 5 p.m. at New Hazlett Theater, North Side

Pittsburgh City Council
Public Hearing Schedule
Tuesday, December 18, 2007
5:00 PM - Public Hearing - Bill No. 2007-1965
Location at the New Hazelett Theatre, 6 Allegheny Sq. Petition hearing on Bill No. 1944
from the residents of the City of Pittsburgh requesting City Council to hold a public
hearing relative to the Resolution approving Execution of a Contract for Disposition by
Sale of Land by and between the URA and Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, for the Sale of
Disposition Parcel 16 in Redevelopment Area No. 51, in the 22nd Ward of the City of
Pittsburgh, Council District 6 (Library Construction)

* 2007 Dec. 5 - Public Statement before
Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh -
Have public hearing regarding proposed move of Allegheny Regional Branch Library in neighborhood, at New Hazlett Theater in Carnegie Hall:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Dec. 2 - NEW WEB SITE:
Website for and by patrons of the
Allegheny Regional Branch
of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
To restore library service in America's first
publicly funded Carnegie Library !!!

* 2007 Nov. 26 & 27 - Public Statements:
Citizens petition Pittsburgh City Council for reopening of newly-restored
Allegheny Regional Branch of The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
Statements of Glenn A. Walsh before the ---
** 2007 Nov. 26 - Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version
** 2007 Nov. 27 - City Council, City of Pittsburgh:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Nov. 2 - Washington Post:
Librarians Say Surveillance Bills Lack Adequate Oversight
By Ellen Nakashima

* 2007 Oct. 30 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Tennis clubs lobby to stop RAD funds to save clay courts
By Bill Zlatos
Frick Park's clay courts were built in 1927 as part of the original park under a trust by industrialist Henry Clay Frick, business associate of Andrew Carnegie.

* 2007 Oct. 30 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
Mayor offers his support for library in Carnegie
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 29 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
Carnegie Friends tallying surveys
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 27 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
U.S. Steel Corp. shares rise from earnings, rumors that U.S. Steel is a takeover target
By Joe Napsha
The U.S. Steel Corporation, the world's first billion-dollar company, was formed in 1901 after Andrew Carnegie sold the Carnegie Steel Company to a consortium headed by J.P. Morgan for $480 million. This sale made Andrew Carnegie the richest man in the world.

* 2007 Oct. 27 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
Carnegie Friends, neighbors meeting Sunday
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 24 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA:
Editorial
Restore Carnegie to its original use as a public library
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 23 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA, Page 1:
Carnegie Library prospects hailed by an expert on Carnegie libraries, Glenn A. Walsh.
By W. WINSTON SKINNER
(Article appeared under banner headline, at top of first page.)
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 23 - Public Statement:
ABRAHAM LINCOLN ARTIFACTS:
SEMI-PERMANENT LOAN
NOT
OWNERSHIP TRANSFER
Written statement of Glenn A. Walsh to members of Allegheny County Council.

* 2007 Oct. 25 - Results of the KQV-AM 1410 News Radio Phone Poll
Do you support the county donating Lincoln’s artifacts to the Heinz History Center?
Internet Results
Yes: 310....33%
No: 623....67%
Total: 933...100%
Phone Results
Yes: 138....23%
No: 458....77%
Total: 596...100%

* 2007 Oct. 24 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Lincoln's furniture center of debate
By Karamagi Rujumba

* 2007 Oct. 24 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Allegheny County hands over Lincoln bed
By Justin Vellucci

* 2007 Oct. 19 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Newsmaker: Stanton Jonas
The Pennsylvania Pharmacists Association presented Stanton Jonas with its 2007 Community Services Award at the annual conference this month in Allentown.
Stanton Jonas arranged "The Old Corner Drugstore" temporary exhibit, at the Andrew Carnegie Free Library, in the Autumn of 1997.

* 2007 Oct. 19 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA:
City to phase out its library funding
for County library; City plans to reopen Carnegie Library in town square.
By ELIZABETH RICHARDSON
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 18, 11:38 a.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
Carnegie Library gets $300,000 donation
in connection with yesterday's 2007 Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy Ceremony.

* 2007 Oct. 18 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Billionaire backer of schools is optimistic
Launched program to train principals
By Joe Smydo
Eli Broad was in town yesterday to receive the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy.

* 2007 Oct. 18 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Mellon family member: Patriarch would have lamented bank deal
By Dan Fitzpatrick
James Mellon II was in Pittsburgh to accept a Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy on behalf of the Mellon family.

* 2007 Oct. 18 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Four families honored with Carnegie Medal for 'enlightened giving'
By Joe Smydo

* 2007 Oct. 18 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/AP:
Philanthropists honored with Carnegie medal in Pittsburgh

* 2007 Oct. 18 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Benefactor backs Pittsburgh principals
By Tim Puko
Eli Broad was in town yesterday to receive the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy.

* 2007 Oct. 17 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Man who gave city schools $1.8 million honored today
By Joe Smydo
Eli Broad is in town to receive the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy.

* 2007 Oct. 15 - Public Statement
Before Board of Directors, Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) by Glenn A. Walsh --
“Rightsizing” Plan Could Close Carnegie Libraries:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Oct. 12 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA:
Committee re-examining uses for Carnegie building
By ELIZABETH RICHARDSON
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 11 - The Times-Herald, Newnan GA:
Editorial
Let's all come together to ensure bright future for Carnegie Building
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 11 - Pittsburgh City Paper:
The Carnegie Science Center unveils Bodies ... The Exhibition
... but what are you seeing?
BY BILL O'DRISCOLL

* 2007 Oct. 9 - Public Endorsement:
Major Milestone:
Public Library Service to Return to the
Carnegie Library in Newnan, Georgia
By Glenn A. Walsh
First Carnegie Library, in history of Carnegie Libraries, to return to public library service, after several years in a different use.
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 9 - Association of College and University Museums and Galleries:
Statement of Condemnation of Assets Sale of Four Paintings from
Maier Museum of Art for Enhancement of Randolph College Endowment
Click here for more information.

* 2007 Oct. 5 - The Daily Orange, Syracuse University:
Cake, math books make for a unique 100th birthday celebration
By Ronna Weyland
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 4 - The Daily Orange, Syracuse University:
Carnegie Library to celebrate 100th birthday
By Justin Perrelli
More information.

* 2007 Oct. 1 - Public Statement
Before Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD) by Glenn A. Walsh --
“Rightsizing” Plan Could Close Carnegie Libraries:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Sept. 28 - Gloucester Daily Times, Gloucester, Massachusetts:
Editorial
To save library, compromise is good
Don't let the perfect be the enemy of the good.
Regarding conversion of Rockport MA Carnegie Library into Summer home. Click here for more information.

* 2007 Sept. 24 - Gloucester Daily Times, Gloucester, Massachusetts:
State Historical Commission to consider Carnegie Library plan
Plan to sell Carnegie Library building, Rockport, Massachusetts, and turn building into Summer residence has met with local opposition. Click here for more information.

* 2007 Sept. 21 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
Rescue earns medals for three Fulton friends
From the Carnegie Hero Fund
By RALPH ELLIS

* 2007 Sept. 20 - The Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
3 North Fulton teens honored for heroism
By the Carnegie Hero Fund
By RALPH ELLIS

* 2007 Sept. 20 - Pittsburgh City Paper:
Old is the new new at the Carnegie's Hall of Architecture turns 100.
BY CHARLES ROSENBLUM

* 2007 Sept. 18 - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
Public Libraries Urged to Register for Free Civics and Citizenship Toolkit

* 2007 Sept. 7 - Public Statement
Before Pittsburgh City Council by Glenn A. Walsh --
“Rightsizing” Plan Could Close Carnegie Libraries:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Sept. 6 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Carnegie's library to open Mondays
The Andrew Carnegie Free Library, Carnegie PA, will open on Mondays, beginning Sept. 10, for the first time in more than a decade.

* 2007 Sept. 6 - Philadelphia Inquirer On-Line/AP:
Temple University to restore namesake Baptist Temple *** More Details
Architectural Firm: RMJM Hillier
KATHY MATHESON

* 2007 Aug. 29 - Philadelphia Inquirer:
Temple helping an old ancestor
University is ready to remake its neglected inspiration
Architectural Firm: RMJM Hillier
By David O'Reilly
By 1986, the church was in such disrepair that Temple's board of trustees concluded it was too expensive to restore. They voted to demolish it and the adjacent College Hall - the original Temple College building - for a small campus park on Broad Street.
Historic preservationists and community and religious groups objected. Thomas Hine, The Inquirer's architecture critic at the time, conceded the exteriors were "a bit ungainly," but called Grace Baptist "by far the strongest piece of architecture on the campus."
Temple's then-president, Peter J. Liacouras, whose office would have overlooked the new park, was unmoved. But the new Philadelphia Historical Commission took on the project as a test of its powers and, noting that it had designated the church and College Hall "worthy of preservation," refused to grant permits for their demolition.
In his most famous sermon, "Acres of Diamonds," Conwell told of a man who searches vainly for riches in far-off lands, never knowing there are diamonds "in his own back yard."
University officials are now "grateful" that the building was preserved, and have "embraced its place" in Temple history, McCreesh said.

* 2007 Aug. 28 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
RAD hearings begin on 2008 funding requests
By Bill Zlatos
Carnegie Library requests $1 million increase while Carnegie Museums
request a $100,000 increase.

* 2007 Aug. 27 - Public Statement:
Before Allegheny Regional Asset District
By Glenn A. Walsh:
Children’s Museum Needs Additional Revenue
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version
Utilizing historic Buhl Planetarium equipment and artifacts will produce
additional revenue, to help offest the loss of $200,000 of State funding,
while helping teach Science to children visiting Children's Museum. Also,
money for additional computers would provide more public benefit by being
granted to the library systems' Electronic Information Network.

* 2007 Aug. 27 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Editorial
Dino-fright: The Carnegie's new prices will stun some families

* 2007 Aug. 26 - News Release:
CARNEGIE LIBRARY TO CONSIDER CLOSING LIBRARIES
IN "RIGHTSIZING" PLAN

* 2007 Aug. 25 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Dino soar: Carnegie museum also raising prices for field trips, groups
By Timothy McNulty

* 2007 Aug. 22 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Museum admission to be dinosaur sized
Carnegie to hike prices when expanded exhibit opens Nov. 21
By Timothy McNulty

* 2007 Aug. 22 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Admission prices will leap when dino hall opens
By Tony LaRussa

* 2007 Aug. 9 - Public Comments:
Public Comments of Glenn A. Walsh regarding draft report recommendations of Olszak Consulting of the funding formula and organizational needs of the Allegheny County Library Association (transmitted to Lisa Olszak by electronic mail).

* 2007 Aug. 5 - The Washington Post:
Tote a Small Library to the Beach
By Mike Musgrove

* 2007 Aug. 4 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Bruce Dixon has poured years into Schwab home in North Braddock
By Marylynne Pitz
Charles Schwab, former employee of Andrew Carnegie, became President of U.S. Steel

* 2007 Aug. 3 - The Philadelphia Inquirer On-Line/AP:
Spacecraft to Carry Library to Mars
By MARCIA DUNN

* 2007 July 26 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Shadyside curator of birds joined art, science
By Jerry Vondas
Dr. Kenneth C. Parkes, of Shadyside, curator emeritus of birds at the Carnegie Museum of Natural History, one of the country's leading ornithologists, died Monday, July 16, 2007, at UPMC Shadyside. He was 84.

* 2007 July 26 - Science Daily/UPI:
Infectious disease digital library planned

* PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE:
Monday July 16, 2007, 7:00 PM - ACLA Public Comment Session
Contact: (412) 921-1123
The Allegheny County Library Association will host a public comment session Monday July 16 7:00 p.m. at its offices (22 Wabash Street, West End Village). The topic is the formula used to distribute funding to member libraries. Comments will be limited to 3 minutes per individual. To register please contact the ACLA office at (412) 921-1123.

* 2007 June 5 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Carnegie exhibit features 'colossal' dino-skeletons
By Allison M. Heinrichs
Carnegie Museum prepares for reopening of enlarged dinosaur skeleton exhibit.

* 2007 May 29 - Public Statement of Glenn A. Walsh
Before Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District (ARAD)
Re: Abandonment of original Allegheny Regional Branch of Carnegie Library,
and lack of private funds to build proposed new North Side library.
Prepared Text

* 2007 May 16, 2:02 p.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
CMU formally adopts Scottish terrier as mascot
Carnegie Mellon University is mascotless no more.

* 2007 May 10 - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
Institute of Museum and Library Services Awards Almost $5 million
For Critical Conservation at Nation’s Museums

* 2007 May 1, 3:46 p.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
Carnegie's child mummy to have head examined

* 2007 April 30 - Public Statement by Glenn A. Walsh
Regarding Restrictions on Public Statements at RAD Board Meetings:
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version *** News Release

* 2007 April 19, 12:40 p.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
Groundbreaking today for Hill library
By Diana Nelson Jones
The orginal Wylie Avenue Branch Carnegie Library building (second neighborhood branch in the first neighborhood branch system built by Andrew Carnegie), built in 1899, was sold in the early 1980s and is now in use as a mosque. This article also briefly talks about plans for a new North Side library.
Groundbreaking occurred on Thursday Morning, 2007 April 19 at precisely 9:47:19 a.m. Eastern Daylight Saving Time.
See Groundbreaking Photo Gallery.

* 2007 April 19 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Duquesne schools called unacceptable
State says it would be 'morally and financially' wrong to not make changes by fall
By Mary Niederberger
The Duquesne City School District demolished the Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne in 1968.

* 2007 March 1 - Pittsburgh City Paper:
Column: "You Had to Ask"
I'm not from around here, but from what I hear, H.C. Frick oppressed a lot of Pittsburghers.
Yet I live by this big beautiful park named after him.
Why keep these names if Frick was such a bad guy?
Question submitted by: Holly Andersen
BY CHRIS POTTER

* 2007 Feb. 26 - Public Statement of Glenn A. Walsh
Before Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District (ARAD)
Regarding Performance Audit of Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA)
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version

* 2007 Feb. 20 - Tehran Times:
Next space tourist dreams of library in orbit

* 2007 Jan. 30 - Cornell Chronicle:
CU Library's great treasure of science:
Lavoisier collection is Mme. Lavoisier's achievement
Papers of "father of modern chemistry" now at Cornell University.

* 2007 Jan. 12 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
25 years and $100 million in grants later,
president of Buhl Foundation leaving
Buhl Foundation founded Buhl Planetarium in 1939 and
funded new Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) and
beginnings of county library computer network in mid-1990s.

* 2007 Jan. 12 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Longtime Buhl Foundation leader to step down this summer
Buhl Foundation founded Buhl Planetarium in 1939 and
funded new Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) and
beginnings of county library computer network in mid-1990s.

* 2007 Jan. 11, 3:47 p.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
Head of Buhl Foundation stepping down
Buhl Foundation founded Buhl Planetarium in 1939 and
funded new Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA) and
beginnings of county library computer network in mid-1990s.

* 2007 Jan. 9 - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
Mrs. Laura Bush Presents Nation’s Top Museum and
Library Awards at White House Ceremony

* 2006 Dec. 14 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Carnegie post office looking for new address
By Carole Gilbert Brown
Carnegie Post Office plans move out of historic 1916 building, because "The current post office is just too large," according to postal officials.

* 2006 Dec. 14 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
200 opponents make Carnegie budget meeting rocky
By Carole Gilbert Brown
Carnegie Mayor approves 2007 budget as tie-breaker, then refuses to sign document as it does not include requested funding increases for Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Volunteer Fire Department.

* 2006 Dec. 12 - Statement of Glenn A. Walsh Before Pittsburgh City Council, Regarding Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Request for Additional City Funds in 2007: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version
Statement also talks about Carnegie Library's abandonment of the historic Hazelwood Branch Library and proposed abandonment of historic Allegheny Regional Branch Library.

* 2006 Dec. 6 - Pittsburgh Trib p.m.:
Column: Who else will be booking to the North Side?
By Mike Seate
Regarding Nov. 11 "groundbreaking" for new North Side library.

* 2006 Dec. 4 - SpaceWeather.com:
Rare Tornado Near Historic Alexandria Library in Egypt: Photo

* 2006 Nov. 28 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Allegheny County Asset District sees record tax revenues
Convention Center gets $2 million
By Dan Majors
Includes RAD Board decision requiring Performance Audit of the Allegheny County Library Association, which has had difficulty coming to a consensus on the distribution of more than $7 million to member libraries.

* 2006 Nov. 27 - Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD):

* 2006 Nov. 27 - Statement, Before Board of Directors, Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD) Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh,
of Glenn A. Walsh: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version

* 2006 Nov. 21 - The Atlantic Monthly:
Andrew Carnegie Ranked Number 20 in the
The Top 100
The most influential figures in American history.
In celebration of 150th year of publishing of The Atlantic Monthly,
the longest-running magazine in circulation in America.

* 2006 Nov. - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
Nov. 21: Mary L. Chute Reappointed IMLS Deputy Director for Libraries
Nov. 20: IMLS Launches New Conservation Initiative

* 2006 Nov. 18 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
North Side: Library work begins

* 2006 Nov. 17, 1:23 p.m. - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette On-Line:
U.S. Steel shares rise on rumor of Russian bid

* 2006 Nov. 17, 1:33 p.m. - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review/Associated Press On-Line:
U.S. Steel stock surges on report of Russian takeover bid
By JOE MANDAK

* 2006 Nov. 16 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Libraries still haven't taken advice to merge
By M. Ferguson Tinsley
Two original Carnegie Free Libraries in Braddock and Swissvale,
and original Andrew Carnegie-funded C.C. Mellor Memorial Library in Edgewood,
continue pondering recommended merger, due to financial problems of all three libraries.

* 2006 Nov. 13 - Statement, Before Pittsburgh City Council
Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional
Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh,
of Glenn A. Walsh: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version

* 2006 Nov. 3 - 2006 National Preservation Conference, Pittsburgh.
Sponsored by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, with
local sponsorship (2006) by the Pittsburgh History and Landmarks Foundation.
Session - Carnegie Libraries: Challenges and Solutions - Presentations:
* "The Architecture of Literacy, Carnegie Libraries in the U.S." by Mary B. Dierickx, President, Mary B. Dierickx Architectural Preservation Consultants
* "How to Save Carnegie Libraries as Libraries" By Joe Rizzo, AIA, ALA, Principal, Hillier Architecture
* "Primary Impediments to Historic Preservation: EGO and MONEY !" By Glenn A. Walsh, Project Director, Friends of the Zeiss

* 2006 Nov. 1 - Pittsburgh School Superintendent Recommends AGAINST Relocating Arts Middle School into Historic Allegheny Regional Branch of Carnegie Library, Due to High Cost of Renovation:
2006 Nov. 2 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Roosevelt: Deficit won't require tax hike
By Bill Zlatos
2006 Nov. 2 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Roosevelt: Move Rogers school for arts into closed Milliones building
By Joe Smydo

* 2006 Oct. 24 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Asset board hears beefs about libraries
By Bill Zlatos

* 2006 Oct. 23 - Public Statement:
Statement of Glenn A. Walsh (with no affiliation to any public library)
to the Board of Directors of the Allegheny Regional Asset Disrict (ARAD)
Regarding Damage to County Library Service Occurring Due to the
Funding Distribution Formula of the Allegheny County Library Association (ACLA):
Prepared Text *** Large-Print Version
Also see Statement to Allegheny County Library Association Board (2006 June 13)
and Statement to ARAD Board (2006 May 30).

* 2006 Oct. 19 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
New library director writes Civil War books
By David Guo
Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, Carnegie PA, Appoints New Library Director

* 2006 Oct. 19 - Pittsburgh City Paper:
A Conversation with David Nasaw
The author of a new Andrew Carnegie biography speaks about his subject
BY CHRIS POTTER

* 2006 Oct. 20 - National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Hawaii:
Subaru Earthquake Update
Regards impact of recent Hawaii earthquake on Suburu Telescope,
the mirror of which was produced by L-3 Brashear in Pittsburgh.

Howell, Donna. "John Brashear Kept His Goals In Sharp Focus."
Investor's Business Daily 2006 Oct. 18: A3.
Howell, Donna. "John Brashear Kept His Goals In Sharp Focus."
Investor's Business Daily 2009 March 5: A3.
< http://finance.yahoo.com/news/ >. Posted 2009 March 4. Viewed 2009 March 5.
(Reprint of 2006 Oct. 18 article)
(Donna Howell, Technology Reporter, Investor's Business Daily)
Friends of the Zeiss Project Director Glenn A. Walsh is extensively
quoted in this national business newspaper article, regarding the life of
famous 19th century astronomer and lens maker John A. Brashear,
who was a confidant of Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick.

* 2006 Oct. 17 - National Astronomical Observatory of Japan, Hawaii:
Subaru Earthquake Update
Regards impact of recent Hawaii earthquake on Suburu Telescope,
the mirror of which was produced by L-3 Brashear in Pittsburgh.

* 2006 Oct. 3 - Public Statements Before the Board of Directors,
Allegheny Regional Asset District (RAD)
Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional
Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:
Stephen Pietzak (former Allegheny Regional Branch Librarian) *** Glenn A. Walsh: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version
News Release

* 2006 Oct. 3 - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
IMLS Swears in National Museum and Library Services Board Members,
Announces Conservation Initiative during Anniversary Celebration

* 2006 Sept. 19 - Institute of Museum and Library Services:
Libraries, Museums, and Public Broadcasters Collaborate to Improve Their Communities

* 2006 Sept. 19 - Statements Before Pittsburgh City Council
Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional
Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:
Stephen Pietzak (former Allegheny Regional Branch Librarian) *** Glenn A. Walsh

* 2006 Sept. 15 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Library's new site OK'd
Not all are happy as URA votes to convey N. Side lots for replacement building
By Mark Belko

* 2006 Sept. 15 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Carnegie Library lands lot for $1
By Tony LaRussa

* 2006 Sept. 14 - Statements Before Board of Directors,
Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh (URA)
Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional
Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
Texts of two of the six statements delivered:
Stephen Pietzak (former Allegheny Regional Branch Librarian) *** Glenn A. Walsh: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version

* 2006 Sept. 14 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Hazlett reopens as unique arts venue
By Alice T. Carter
TRIBUNE-REVIEW THEATER CRITIC
Opened in 1890 as world's first Carnegie Hall !

* 2006 Sept. 13 - News Release:
Citizens to Oppose Conveyance of Land to Carnegie Library
At URA Board Meeting Thursday, 2:00 p.m.

* 2006 Sept. 12 - Statements Before Pittsburgh City Council
Regarding Proposed Abandonment of Historic Allegheny Regional
Branch Library by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh.
Texts of two of the four statements delivered:
Stephen Pietzak (former Allegheny Regional Branch Librarian) *** Glenn A. Walsh: Prepared Text * Large-Print Version

* 2006 Sept. 12 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Letters-to-the-Editor
Closing a gem
By DALE R. MEYER, Brighton Heights
Letter opposing abandonment of original Allegheny Regional Branch Library.
(Sixth of seven letters on web page)

* 2006 Aug. 31 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
City seeks new site for North Side library
By Diana Nelson Jones
* 2006 Aug. 31 - Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:
News Release
Repairs to Begin on Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh - Allegheny Regional
Allegheny Regional Branch Library was first publicly-funded Carnegie Library
in United States, in neighborhood where Andrew Carnegie grew-up.

* 2006 Aug. 29 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Library funding plan creates winners, losers
By Bill Zlatos
New standards could force closure of America's first Carnegie Library.

* 2006 Aug. 14 - The Daily Courier, Connellsville PA:
New director brings vision to West Overton
By Marilyn Forbes
West Overton Museum includes history of Henry Clay Frick.

* 2006 Aug. 9 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Places: Woods Run renovation brings light,
neighborhood into library
By Patricia Lowry
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:
Woods Run Branch (North Side) Reopens After Renovation
Renovation Project Details

* 2006 Aug. 8 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Dinosaur restore By Jennifer Bails
Work continues on restoration of historic dinosaur skeletons, to be ready for enlarged Dinosaur Hall of The Carnegie Museum of Natural History for next year's centennial of dinosaur exhibit specifically started by Andrew Carnegie.

* 2006 Aug. 6 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Library branch gets new life By Bill Zlatos
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh:
Woods Run Branch (North Side) Reopens After Renovation
Renovation Project Details

* 2006 Aug. 3 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Donations let library expand workout room
Family's contribution makes impact in Homestead
By Jan Ackerman

* 2006 July 21 - Carnegie Institution of Washington:
Father of Earth-formation models, Carnegie’s George Wetherill, dies at 80

* 2006 July 20 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
City schools agree to manage Duquesne
By Joe Smydo More articles regarding possible dissolution of Duquesnce City School District, which razed historic Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne in June of 1968.

* 2006 July 20 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
City school board approves 1-year deal to manage Duquesne district
By Daveen Rae Kurutz
More articles regarding possible dissolution of Duquesnce City School District, which razed historic Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne in June of 1968.

* 2006 July 13 - Port Authority Board of Directors approves "North Shore Connector" rapid transit extension project, to serve Pittsburgh's Lower North Side.
*** Pittsburgh's Lower North Side, originally Allegheny City, is home to America's first publicly-funded Carnegie Library and the world's first Carnegie Hall, Pittsburgh's original Buhl Planetarium and Institute of Popular Science (which merged with Carnegie Institute in 1987), and it is the neighborhood where Andrew Carnegie grew-up.

* 2006 July 12 - The Courier-Journal, Louisville:
COMMUNITY NEWSMAKER | JOANNE WEETER
Preservation officer to become consultant
Expertise will still serve community
By Martha Elson
Carnegie Libraries advocate, author, and Louisville Historic Preservation Officer Joanne Weeter retires after 23-year city career to become historic preservation consultant. Ms. Weeter, who initiated annual Preserving Carnegie Libraries conference sessions at the National Preservation Conference in 2004, also plans to write a history of Kentucky's Carnegie Libraries.

*2006 July 8 - Broadcast Reply of Glenn A. Walsh to KQV Editorial
Regarding "North Shore Connector" rapid transit extension
project, to serve Pittsburgh's Lower North Side.
( Pittsburgh's Lower North Side, originally Allegheny City,
is home to America's first publicly-funded Carnegie Library and the world's first Carnegie Hall,
and it is the neighborhood where Andrew Carnegie grew-up).

* 2006 July 3 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Carnegie Library repairs pegged at $2M
By Tony LaRussa
More articles regarding the Historic Carnegie Library Clock Tower Struck by Lightning 2006 April 7,
next-door to historic Buhl Planetarium and Institute of Popular Science.

* 2006 July 3 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Pittsburgh, Duquesne school districts get extra funds from state
By Joe Smydo More articles regarding possible dissolution of Duquesnce City School District, which razed historic Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne in June of 1968.

* 2006 July 1 - Pittsburgh Tribune-Review:
Honus Wagner's spirit lingers in Carnegie
By Brian C. Rittmeyer
Former Honus Wagner home at opposite end of street from Andrew Carnegie Free Library.

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* 2006 June 27 - The Washington Post:
Corporate Titans Create a Colossal Charity
Buffett, Gates to Test the Limits of Giving
By Brooke A. Masters and Yuki Noguchi

"Although thus desirous to preempt the library field, it will not be inferred that we see no other proper use for surplus wealth--a list of which we shall be most happy to supply to any enquiring millionaire upon application. (Great laughter and applause.)"

* 2006 June 21 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Free show at library - West End Branch, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Local history slide show and exhibit of photographs
Sponsored by Friends of the Carnegie Library-West End branch

* 2006 June 21 - Pittsburgh Post-Gazette:
Carnegie Mellon University unveils bust of great inventor Tesla
By David Templeton
More about Nikola Tesla and the Tesla Coil at
Pittsburgh's original Buhl Planetarium.

Despite Andrew Carnegie's view that the community should support a library (a view enforced by "The Carnegie Formula"), three library gifts were given, without this requirement: Carnegie Library of Homestead, Homestead (actually Munhall, a few blocks from the Homestead Borough line), Pennsylvania (1898); Andrew Carnegie Free Library and Music Hall, Carnegie, Pennsylvania (1901); and the Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne, Duquesne, Pennsylvania (1904 to 1968). Each of these three libraries were endowed, as were two libraries prior to the establishment of The Carnegie Formula: Carnegie Library in Dunfermline, Scotland (1881) and the Carnegie Free Library of Braddock (1889). As in the case of the Braddock Carnegie Library, the libraries in Homestead and Duquesne were built to serve the employees of Carnegie Steel Company mills in those towns, and their faamilies. In the beginning, as was the case in Braddock, the company paid for the operation of the Carnegie Library of Homestead.

However, in 1901, Andrew Carnegie sold the Carnegie Steel Company for $480 million to J.P. Morgan, of New York City, and the United States Steel Corporation (for a time in the 1980s and 1990s known as "United States Steel Group," a subsidiary of USX Corporation) was formed. At the conclusion of the sale, many of Andrew Carnegie's business partners became instant millionares. And, Andrew Carnegie, himself, became the richest man in the world!

To take care of the libraries in the three Monongahela Valley towns, Andrew Carnegie set-up an endowment of one million dollars, to be shared among these three libraries. This endowment was managed by a Board comprised, primarily, of officials of the U.S. Steel Corporation. However, these officials were primarily interested in making money for the corporation, not operating three libraries. Consequently, the endowment for the three libraries was managed in a very conservative manner; to this day, officials of the Carnegie Library of Homestead are troubled that a hundred-plus year endowment did not grow as much as it could have.

By the 1960s, the endowment was not enough to operate three libraries; so, it was decided to "sell-off" two of the libraries. In the 1960s, the Braddock and Duquesne libraries were sold to the school districts in those towns, for one dollar each. The Braddock Carnegie Library stayed open for awhile, but was closed for much of the 1970s and 1980s due to the bulding's dilapidated condition and lack of sufficient funding. A community effort reopened the library in the mid-1980s. Although the Braddock Carnegie Library remains open (with a small two-day a week library branch operating in the Westinghouse Valley Services Center in Turtle Creek), they continue to have financial problems.

Shortly after taking control of he Carnegie Free Library of Duquesne, the Duquesne City School District razed the structure, in June of 1968, to make-way for a school district annex (possibly a new gymnasium for the high school, located across the street). However, when the school district learned that the construction of a such an annex would result in a partial loss of state funding, the project was quickly dropped. Thirteen 1970s-era split-level houses now occupy the former library property, a cul-de-sac named "Library Place."

Although the Braddock Carnegie Library is operating, once again, since this library was officially sold-off by the Board of the Endowment for the Monongahela Valley libraries, the Carnegie Library of Homestead is the only library that now has legal claim to this Endowment, the current value of which is approximately $1.8 million.

And, a few years ago, the Carnegie Free Library of McKeesport opened a small four afternoons-per-week library branch in the City of Duquesne (which is located across the Monongahela River from McKeesport). This small branch library is located in the Duquesne High School, which apparently is slated to close after the current school year ends. The future of this Duquesne branch library is unknown.