Value 'n' will be applied when a heading has been considered for conversion, but either is not romanized according to Wade- Giles, or does not require conversion. When all headings in the name authority file have been converted to pinyin, use of the NAR marker will cease. The purpose of the manual is to provide the basic, practical information needed to enable non-conservator staff of libraries, archives, and museums to plan and implement sound collections care programs. It is intended for those who must make decisions that affect preservation of collections, or who want to upgrade standards of care in order to better preserve materials. The Library of Congress invites all public libraries to take part of the national celebration of the Library of Congress Bicentennial.
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