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Down the Rabbit Hole: Exploring Libraries Across the Globe (2012, consolidated 2023)
No full textThis is a re-creation and consolidation of a 2012 article written by UAlberta librarians Maria Tan and David Sulz discussing library visits while travelling. They recount some interesting anecdotes; offer a starter checklist of ideas for observations, questions, and conversations starters; pose some reflective questions to encourage enhancement of one's own librarian practice; and share a few photos. The article was originally published in three pieces (an OA journal blog blurb leading to a separate pdf with the full-text which included a Flikr link for photo sharing) but, as of 2023, all pieces had become "internet-dead" - hopefully this version is more futurised
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The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969
No full textTranscript of a letter by an unidentified author to David Fentress regarding sharing federal newspapers and the banning of federal newspapers in some areas. The author passes on the news of the war including the destruction of the Federal merchantmen by the Confederate fleet. He passes along world news: Russia preparing to go to War with Europe and how that could negatively affect the Confederacy. There is also speculation on the future of the war
The David W. Fentress Family Letters, 1856-1969
No full textTranscript of a letter by an unidentified author to David Fentress regarding sharing federal newspapers and the banning of federal newspapers in some areas. The author passes on the news of the war including the destruction of the Federal merchantmen by the Confederate fleet. He passes along world news: Russia preparing to go to War with Europe and how that could negatively affect the Confederacy. There is also speculation on the future of the war
Portrait of author David Foster at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011 /
No full textTitle from acquisitions documentation.; Part of the collection: Portraits of author David Foster at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011.; Acquired in digital format; access copy available online.; Mode of access: Online.; Photographed by a staff member of the National Library of Australia
Author David Foster with academic Jeff Doyle at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011 /
No full textTitle from acquisitions documentation.; Part of the collection: Portraits of author David Foster at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011.; Acquired in digital format; access copy available online.; Mode of access: Online.; Photographed by a staff member of the National Library of Australia
Author David Foster and academic Jeff Doyle at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011 /
No full textTitle from acquisitions documentation.; Part of the collection: Portraits of author David Foster at the National Library of Australia, Canberra, 8 June 2011.; Acquired in digital format; access copy available online.; Mode of access: Online.; Photographed by a staff member of the National Library of Australia
David Braithwaite at White Waltham Steam Fair
No full textDavid Braithwaite, fairground enthusiast and author photographed at White Waltham Steam Fair, August 1964
David Zimmer Christmas letter
No full textThis Christmas letter written November 30, 1999, by David Zimmer is titled "Season's Greetings from the last of the Red-Hot-Santas!" It features an illustration of Santa Claus with a guitar, and a summary of Zimmer's year.
David Zimmer (1929-2005) was born in Harrisburg, Ohio. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for two years during the Korean War at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, where he performed in drag for wounded soldiers. After the war, he returned to Ohio. Zimmer performed as Dolly Divine, a name inspired by the song "Hello Dolly." In 1964, he established the Berwick Ball with Orn Huntington, another important early gay activist in Central Ohio. The Ball began as a formal Halloween costume ball that provided a safe space to gather and enjoy drag shows for the gay community each year; over the years, it grew into an annual Halloween tradition and an important fundraiser for the AIDS movement and other charities. During the 1970s, Zimmer was also known for hosting lavish parties at his Harrisburg home. In 1989, he moved to the German Village area of Columbus where he remained active in the community. During the 1990s, Zimmer continued to perform in and out of drag and commissioned costume designer Dick Frank to make elaborate outfits. Zimmer worked for Huntington National Bank for 39 years and was a member of the Harrisburg United Methodist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the German Village Society
David Zimmer Christmas letter
No full textThis Christmas letter was written December 7, 2004, by David Zimmer. It features a small illustration of Santa Claus, a summary of Zimmer's year, and a clipping from the Village Crier recognizing his 75th birthday celebration.
David Zimmer (1929-2005) was born in Harrisburg, Ohio. He enlisted in the U.S. Army and served for two years during the Korean War at the Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, where he performed in drag for wounded soldiers. After the war, he returned to Ohio. Zimmer performed as Dolly Divine, a name inspired by the song "Hello Dolly." In 1964, he established the Berwick Ball with Orn Huntington, another important early gay activist in Central Ohio. The Ball began as a formal Halloween costume ball that provided a safe space to gather and enjoy drag shows for the gay community each year; over the years, it grew into an annual Halloween tradition and an important fundraiser for the AIDS movement and other charities. During the 1970s, Zimmer was also known for hosting lavish parties at his Harrisburg home. In 1989, he moved to the German Village area of Columbus where he remained active in the community. During the 1990s, Zimmer continued to perform in and out of drag and commissioned costume designer Dick Frank to make elaborate outfits. Zimmer worked for Huntington National Bank for 39 years and was a member of the Harrisburg United Methodist Church, Veterans of Foreign Wars and the German Village Society
Awards, Announcements, and News
No full textHere’s hoping your summer has started off marvelously and you have plenty of stimulating reads already gathered. If there is still room for a few more, here are some ideas. As noted in the previous Deakin Review, the Rocky Mountain Book Award winners were announced in April with The Case of the Missing Deed by Ellen Schwartz getting the most votes from readers in grades 4-7. Mark your calendars now for late August 2013 to register a reading group to participate in the next round. The 2014 short list is available at http://rmba.lethsd.ab.ca (see the United Library Services or Univ. of Lethbridge Book Store links). In late June, His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, announced new appointments to the Order of Canada with at least two appointees having a children’s literature connection. Barbara Reid was appointed as a Member (C.M.) and specifically cited for “for her contributions as a children’s book illustrator and author, widely known for her creative use of the medium of Plasticine.” Fred Wah was appointed as an Officer (O.C.) and cited for groundbreaking work as a poet. Although not specifically known as a children’s writer, his writing shows up in high school classrooms and, when interviewed by UBC’s Ubysseyy newspaper in January 2012 on being appointed Canada’s new Parliamentary Poet Laureate, he said, “I’d like to see more Canadian literature -particularly poetry - in our classrooms, in primary and secondary schools. I’m going to try to create, I hope, energy in that area.” I’m sure any book from either author would be worth a look. In June, the UK’s Chartered Institute of Library and Information Professionals (aka CILIP) announced its 2013 award winners. Maggot Moon by Sally Gardner won the Carnegie Medal for an outstanding book for children while Black Dog illustrated by Levi Pinfold took the Kate Greenaway Medal for distinguished illustration in a children’s book. http://www.carnegiegreenaway.org.uk/2013awards/ Another book award to keep an eye might be the IODE Violet Downey award that was established in 1985. It is an annual award for books aimed at the under-13 set that was written and published in Canada. This year’s winner was The Green Man by Michael Bedard (Tundra) about a teenage girl spending a mysterious summer with her antiquarian book owning aunt. http://www.iode.ca/iode-violet-downey-book-award.html Happy summer reading. David Sulz, Communications Edito
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