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- Postcard, "Goodnow Public Library, So. Sudbury, Mass.," circa 1905 - Until the 20th century, most book collections were not available to everyday Americans. They were either privately owned, accessible only by paid subscription, or stored away haphazardly. In some communities, wealthy philanthropists funded dedicated library buildings. Sudbury, Massachusetts, resident John Goodnow bequeathed land and money for the establishment of this library, which opened in 1863.
- circa 1905
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Postcard, "Goodnow Public Library, So. Sudbury, Mass.," circa 1905
Until the 20th century, most book collections were not available to everyday Americans. They were either privately owned, accessible only by paid subscription, or stored away haphazardly. In some communities, wealthy philanthropists funded dedicated library buildings. Sudbury, Massachusetts, resident John Goodnow bequeathed land and money for the establishment of this library, which opened in 1863.