Collection OM/234 - William Paton papers

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GB 249 OM/234

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William Paton papers

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  • 1962 - 1987 (Creation)

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Extent and medium

1 letter + 1 pamphlet + 2 volumes

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Name of creator

(1907-1988)

Biographical history

Paton was a lecturer and the first head of the Scottish School of Librarianship at the Scottish College of Commerce, 1946-1950. He received an honorary Master of Arts (MA) degree in 1972 and was visiting professor to the department of library studies at the University of Strathclyde, 1972-1980. He was the County Librarian for Lanarkshire until he retired in 1987.

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Letter announcing his retirement; recollections by Paton; volumes presented to Paton.

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Open

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  • English

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