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TRAINING FOR LIBRARIANSHIP ;

On the surface the work would appear
monotonous ; yet in fact it is as interesting as
any type of office work. The complete re-
liance of the workers in the business on the
file clerk to supply them with required docu-
ments and records of necessity, makes the task
one of responsibihty in which neatness, speed,
accuracy and a sense of service and team-
work go far to assure success. Good physical
health, tact and a sense of order, good temper
and abihty to get along with others are essen-
tial in this vocation. A good education, with
the equivalent of high-school graduation as a
minimum, is almost fundamental. Beyond
this the best training, as indicated, is to be
obtained through the recognized fihng
schools. Opportunities both for employment
and advancement in the work are numerous
the demand for trained workers by far
exceeds the supply.

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