Libraries for the Island, delivered an instructive and very much appreciated address. Several distinguished guests were present including Honourable G. Shelton Sharpe, Reverend A.F. Baker, Reverend John Stirling, Mr. and Mrs. A.J. Matheson, Mr. Thane Campbell, M.L.A., Mr. Aenes Gallant, M.L.A., Mr. W.I-l. Dennis, M.L.A., and Mr. Lloyd Henderson.

The first librarian was Mr. Nesry Shelfoon who continued in this capacity until 1941. At that time Mrs. Claude Jelley took over and continued until 1948. In that year Mrs. Jessie Moreshead took her place and remained librarian for 10 years (1958). That year Mrs. James Baglole and Mrs. Etta Mae Carpenter assisted in look- ing after the library duties until Mrs. Sadie Brooks was hired. She continued as librarian until 1971.

In June, 1971, Mrs. Lila MacNeill became the librarian and remained in that position until 1984 - she had the distinction of being the longest serving librarian in the community. During the years that she was employed as librarian the number of books taken out increased dramatically. The increase was due largely to the extra attention that she showed regular patrons, both adults and children. It was not unusual to see Mrs. MacNeill in the library other then on regular hours to straighten up the shelves and sort out the files. She also delivered books to those who did not have transportation; thus demonstrating her own personal interest in people of all ages. Since 1984 the position of librarian has been capably filled by Irma Callaghan.

The library has served the people of O’Leary and surrounding areas faithfully for nearly sixty years. It is one of the greatest and most needed institutions in the area. It not only helps in the edu- cation and culture of the adult population but also gives a new meaning and wider scope to the education of the children in the community.

LIONS CLUB

The O’Leary Lions, a branch of a world wide service organiza- tion was sponsored by the Summerside Club. It received its Charter on August 28, 1962. The following names are listed on the official copy of the Charter:

Douglas Adams, Blair Bernard, Glenn Cunningham, Winburn Harris, Garth MacDonald, Percy Sentner, Ronald Whitman, Dr. Cyril Bugden, George Bernard, Douglas Ferguson, Gerard Howley, Lloyd Matthews, Edwin Turner, Glen Rodgerson, James Baglole, Ralph Bishop, Wilbur Gray, Kenneth Matheson, Fred Rodgerson,

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