To a large degree, this work was carried out by the Library Organizers. This series provides prime documentation about the development of local libraries, local conditions and attitudes, and the remarkable activities of the Library Organizers. 13 file folders Arranged chronologically by date of report. Reports of the State Library's field representatives relating to library work in local communities. Early field reports contain little detailed information and generally include only lists of places visited, tours given, people interviewed etc.
Later reports are narrative in style with more information available.
These reports were filed for each visit completed. Applications for County Librarian. 16 file folders Arranged alphabetically by name of applicant and then chronologically by date of application. Applications by individuals desiring appointment to position of county librarian. Under California's county free library law, no person was eligible to be appointed a county librarian without first receiving a certificate from the Board of Library Examiners.