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- Alternative meanings: Library (computer science), Library (electronics), Library (biology)
In the traditional sense of the word, a library is a collection of books and periodicals. It can refer to an individual's private collection, but more often it is a large collection that is funded and maintained by a city or institution. This collection is often used by people who choose not to--or cannot afford to--purchase an extensive collection themselves.
However, with the collection or invention of media other than books for storing information, many libraries are now also repositories and access points for maps, prints or other artwork, microfilm, microfiche, audio tapes, CDs, LPs, video tapes and DVDs, and provide public facilities to access CD-ROM and subscription databases and the Internet. Thus, modern libraries are increasingly being redefined as places to get unrestricted access to information in many formats and from many sources.
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Detroit City Council cancels public crime lab discussion
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:59:00 -0500
With no police chief and no quorum, the Detroit City Council canceled a scheduled public discussion today about the city's deeply troubled crime lab.
Police chief among those to discuss troubled crime lab
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:57:00 -0500
Detroit Police Chief James Barren and employees of the profoundly troubled crime lab are scheduled to appear before city council at noon today for a public discussion.
Half sister of Cindy McCain dies
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:51:00 -0500
PHOENIX — A half sister of Cindy McCain, wife of Republican presidential candidate John McCain, has died of Alzheimer's disease, the family announced.
Employees evacuated from Mount Clemens nursing home after threat
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:49:00 -0500
Bomb-sniffing dogs and sheriff's deputies are combing through a nursing home in Mt. Clemens following threats by a disgruntled employee this afternoon, said Macomb County Sheriff Capt. David Teske.
Q & A with Ford CEO Alan Mulally
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:48:00 -0500
Ford CEO Alan Mulally spoke today about Ford Motor Co.'s decision, amid a sweeping economic crisis, to replace retiring chief financial officer Don Leclair with Lewis Booth, who played a leading role in the successful transformation of Ford of Europe and Mazda during the past decade.
MARK SNYDER'S BLOG: U-M assistant admits he was outcoached by Illinois
Fri, 10 Oct 2008 14:40:00 -0500
One of the noticeable differences in the current U-M coaching staff is the willingness to let their feelings be known publicly. It caught many off-guard Monday when Rich Rodriguez called his players "soft" in the Illinois game and was interesting once again Thursday when, defensive coordinator Scott Shafer said on the "Inside Michigan Football" show that he was "outcoached."
Bentley Genealogy Page - This is the University of Michigan genealogy library, including many resources relating especially to Washtenaw County and the University of Michigan.
Burton Historical Collection - The Detroit Public Library includes an extensive collection of local and state history, family history, and rare books.
Central U.P. and NMU Archives - Northern Michigan University's archives includes university papers, along with those relating to five central Upper Peninsula counties. Special collections include Dominic Jacobetti legislative papers, labor archives, and rare books.
Clarke Historical Library - Central Michigan University's library has posted online versions of several mid-Michigan county histories.
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Joint Archives of Holland - Search history and genealogy collections including resources about Dutch American history, Albertus Van Raalte, Hope College, the Netherlands, and Holland, Michigan.
Library of Michigan Genealogy - Offers much information, including a directory of new genealogy titles, an online 1870 census index, and research tips.
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Michigan Historical Center - This home page allows you to explore the museums of the Michigan Historical Center, the State Archives, the State Historic Preservation Office, the Office of the State Archaeologist, and Michigan History Magazine. It includes a searchable database of 3,000 state historic sites.
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MSU Archives and Historical Collections - The collection includes Michigan State University faculty and alumni records and Michigan-related documents -- including more than 50,000 photographs. The collection catalog may be searched on-line.
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