"The average life of a lending library book is about 70 borrowings. Our books are handled only by boys, who are the equal of the worst library book borrowers," said the headmaster of Mount Albert. Grammar School, in a letter to the board, asking for an increased grant for the school library, tn the 17 years of the library's existence. said Dr E. Robertson, the chairman. the Government had contributed only .11151) toward its upkeep. It was decided, in accordance with the headmaster's request, to apply to the Education Department for a grant of £6OO.
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Wairarapa Times-Age, 29 November 1939, Page 5
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