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In 1973 a library book was checked out. 51 years later it’s finally been returned

As Kathy Penny sifted through the returned books of the bin, she noticed a book with a trim that was a little more dusty than usual. Penny is the Manager of Collection Services for the Cambridge Public Library for years now,

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51 years later, overdue book is finally returned to Worcester Public Library

The book was added to Worcester Public Library’s collection in 1899. Then in 1973, it was checked out and never returned.

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Overdue book finally returned to Worcester Public Library 51 years late

A 125-year-old book that was overdue for 51 years has finally returned home to the Worcester Public Library thanks to a Boston resident.

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19th-century book due back to Worcester Public Library in 1973 is returned

The Worcester Public Library recently had an unusual surprise — the return of a book more than half a century overdue. Checked out in 1973, the book finally returned to the library late this year. Library officials believe it was discovered by a Boston resident cleaning out a relative’s belongings.

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Decades overdue library book returned 51 years later

In July of 1899, “The Early Work of Aubrey Beardsley,” was added to the collection of the Worcester Public Library. The book, a compilation of illustrations by a British artist and poet, remained in the collection until 1973,

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It's time Britain's politicians stopped lying about colonialism

Colonialism built Britain's economy. As calls for reparations grow, it's time Britain's politicians were honest about the ...

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‘Bravery, dash, and courage’: Before there was Remembrance Day, Canadians came together to honour Paardeberg Day

Negotiations between the British and the Boers failed, and on October 9, 1899, South African Republic President Paul ...

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Hungarian/British 1899–1967 - Three figures; concrete and wire

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Researchers discover 'lost' frog species in the Andes after over a century — here's why it matters

Not only had the Noblella peruviana, or Peru Andes frog, not been seen since 1899 or 1900, its sighting at that time was ...

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THE BRITISH CASE IN SOUTH AFRICA.

TimesMachine is an exclusive benefit for home delivery and digital subscribers. Full text is unavailable for this digitized archive article. Subscribers may view the full text of this article in ...

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All the Countries Japan Occupied in World War II

The United States was dragged unwillingly into World War II by the surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, ...

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A silver rush built Nelson, British Columbia. It still has polish.

But Nelson, British Columbia, is a living ... She points to the artistry of a sculpture of a cow’s head that is featured ...

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Who Owns Buick And Where Are Its Cars Built?

Buick is considered an American company through-and-through, but is that actually the case? Who owns the storied company and ...

How to navigate London’s vast, wondrous Victoria and Albert Museum

Paintings, ceramics, photography, fashion, furniture and more: The V&A Museum is a treasure trove of art and design. Here’s ...

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Hungarian/British 1899–1967 - Three figures; concrete and wire, 1899–1967

H 26.5 x W 27.5 x D 43 cm 27.5 x 42.6 cm (2) ...

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