Scope and arrangement
Records consist of memoranda, correspondence and files concerning Branch Libraries budget, staffing, circulation and other administrative matters.
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- Creator
- New York Public Library. Branch Libraries. Director's Office
- Call number
- MssArc 5565
- Physical description
- .33 linear feet (1 box)
- Language
- English
- Preferred Citation
Jean Godfrey Records, Manuscripts and Archives Division, The New York Public Library.
- Repository
- New York Public Library Archives
- Access to materials
- Request an in-person research appointment.
Memoranda, correspondence and files concerning administration of the Branch Libraries of The New York Public Library from 1946-1970.
Biographical/historical information
Jean Godfrey was Chief of the Circulation Department (renamed the Branch Libraries in 1966) of The New York Public Library from 1963-1970. Prior to that she had served as Superintendent of the Extension Division (1952-1954), Coordinator of Manhattan Branches (1954-1957) and Assistant Chief (1957-1963).
Administrative information
Source of acquisition
Transferred from Office of Branch Libraries.
Processing information
Compiled Jim Moske; machine readable finding aid created by FAKER.
Using the collection
Location
New York Public Library ArchivesStephen A. Schwarzman Building
Fifth Avenue at 42nd Street, New York, NY 10018-2788
Brooke Russell Astor Reading Room, Third Floor, Room 328