The E-Sylum:  Volume 6, Number 12, March 23, 2003, Article 3

ANS LIBRARY FUND DRIVE UPDATE

  John W. Adams writes: "Our drive to raise $2,000,000 to
  fund the Francis D. Campbell Library is proceeding apace.
  We have received encouragement from the National
  Endowment for the Humanities that they will provide us with
  a 25% match.  This is our alpha, whereas our omega will be
  a Kolbe auction in August 2004 at which donated items will
  be sold.  Of this, more later as well as more on the "in
  between."

  Most exciting, the renovation of 140 William Street remains
  on a schedule that would have us moved in by year end.  The
  library has been allocated two full floors, which will provide
  us ample space for future growth.  Those interested in naming
  opportunities in the new library should e-mail me at
   and I can provide you with layouts.

  We warmly invite any and all contributions.  Make your
  checks payable to the American Numismatic Society,
  Broadway at 155th Street, New York, NY 10032,
  referencing the Francis D. Campbell Library Chair."

  [Although I don't often have a chance to visit the ANS library
  in person, I had a very pleasant experience several years ago,
  when Mr. Campbell furnished me with a photocopy of my
  local club's 1878 Constitution and Bylaws pamphlet.   It is
  gratifying to know that over a century later this publication
  was still safe and sound under the stewardship of the ANS -
  our club did not have a copy, and despite years of searching
  I have never found another.  The ANS copy may be the
  only one left on the planet.  Thank heaven for the ANS library.
  Contributing to this fund is the best way I know how to show
  my gratitude and ensure that collectors of future centuries have
  similar pleasant experiences.  Please consider making a
  contribution.  -Editor]

  Wayne Homren, Editor

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