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lamorena2905
lamorena2905
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Does the vertical file contain almanacs?

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Posted by lamorena2905 on Sunday November 1, 2009 at 6:00 PM and tagged with library, reference, vertical files.

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  1. chicagorilke23

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    Vertical files tend to contain current information while others hold older, historical information. Vertical files are most often information about a given area, such as a county, city or state. The files are often organized in alphabetical order and provide reference librarians and others quick access to information, usually about quick reference questions. Items contained in a vertical file often include but are not limited to: newspaper clippings, obituaries, press releases, etc. Since almanacs are a resource material, they would be included.

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    http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vertical%20file

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    Posted by chicagorilke23 on Thursday November 5, 2009 at 10:52 PM