Effie Louise Power
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Effie Louise Power (February 12, 1873 – October 8, 1969)[1] was a children's librarian, educator, author, and storyteller. She encouraged children's book production and evaluated children's literature.[2] She “directly influenced the development of services to children in three major United States cities: Cleveland, St. Louis, and Pittsburgh.”[3]: 671 Power also traveled across the U.S. lecturing students and librarians on children and youth library services. She worked to build a network of children's librarians across the country who supported each other and established high standards for all in the profession.
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Effie Louise Power | |
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Born | 12 February 1873 Conneautville |
Died | 8 October 1969 (aged 96) |
Occupation | Librarian |
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