ACQNET v3n047 (May 5, 1993) URL = http://www.infomotions.com/serials/acqnet/acq-v3n047 ISSN: 1057-5308 *************** ACQNET, Vol. 3, No. 47, May 5, 1993 =================================== (1) FROM: Martin Cohen SUBJECT: Indian books (21 lines) (2) FROM: Martin Cohen SUBJECT: Indian books (17 lines) (3) FROM: Hideyuki Morimoto SUBJECT: Vendors for Japanese out-of-print books (8 lines) (4) FROM: Susan Davis SUBJECT: 1994 NASIG conference: call for papers (58 lines) (5) FROM: Charles Getchell SUBJECT: Job announcement (50 lines) (1)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Monday, 03 May 1993, 10:48:59 EDT From: Martin Cohen (McGill University) Subject: Indian Books I've just had a preliminary (oral) report from our Pharmacology Dept. concerning the environmental hazard attached to shipments of books from India. It appears that the hazard is not a chemical one, but rather physical in nature. The assay found small fragments of jute fibres in both the books and the packing boxes (as you know, books are shipped from India in jute-wrapped parcels). Apparently jute is very friable, and little bits of it can have the same effect as little bits of Fiberglas: they can be quite an irritant. All the effects that we reported, as well as those mentioned by others (except the mood swings!!) can be explained this way. I'll send a transcript of the written report for posting as soon as I get it. In the meantime, McGill's policy remains the same: HANDS OFF INDIAN BOOKS. If we can get enough people onto the bandwagon, we can probably quite easily get the shipper to use something other than jute for wrapping. (2)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Wednesday, 05 May 1993, 08:08:10 EDT From: Martin Cohen (McGill University) Subject: Ill-advised remarks on Indian books I've just been made aware that a remark I made on ACQNET at the time that the Indian-books storm first blew up has caused some antagonism; at the Shastri Institute meetings here in Canada it was seen as hasty, politically incorrect, and offensive to some people. Briefly: I'm well aware that blame for the events at Bhopal are to be laid at the doorstep of a multi-national corporation, not the Indian Government (although, socialist that I am, I do think a bit more government regulation might have avoided the disaster); and that the Indian Government is no more to be blamed for the baleful effects of tiny bits of jute fibre being diffused into the air. I'm genuinely sorry for whatever ill-will I caused; often, under great pressure and in great anger, we say things that we regret later. This was the trap I fell into. (3)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Wed, 28 Apr 93 20:27 CDT From: Hideyuki Morimoto (University of Iowa) Subject: Vendors for Japanese out-of-print books One of the standard sources for Japanese OP materials at North American and European academic libraries is: The Isseido, 7, Kanda Jimbocho 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 101 Japan voice: +81-3-3292-0071 FAX: +81-3-3292-0095 (4)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Wed, 05 May 93 08:21 EDT From: Janet L. Flowers (Univ. of North Carolina) Subject: Preservation efforts by vendors Our Preservation Officer is waging a campaign with our staff and users to prohibit the use of post-its on library materials, including the cover as well as the pages. The post-its cause preservation problems because they leave a sticky residue which attracts dirt. Also they can cause pages to stick together. Finally, if too many post-its are inserted (as done in an infamous example here), the spine can be broken. We would like to extend this prohibition to our vendors because my staff has noticed that some vendors use post-its on our books. I decided to put the notice out on ACQNET as a quick way to spread the word. Vendors, you can share in the preservation process. Please do not use post-its on our library materials. (5)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Tue, 04 May 93 16:49:39 EDT From: Susan Davis (SUNY - Buffalo) Subject: 1994 NASIG conference: call for papers 1994 NASIG CONFERENCE -- "A KALEIDOSCOPE OF CHOICES: RESHAPING ROLES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERIALISTS" The North American Serials Interest Group (NASIG), an organization committed to serving the interests of all members of the serials information chain, will hold its ninth annual conference June 2-5, 1994 at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada. NASIG's annual conference provides a forum in which serials librarians, publishers, vendors, educators, binders, systems developers, and other specialists exchange views, present new ideas, proactively seek solutions to common problems, and discuss matters of current interest. The proceedings are published and distributed to a wide audience. The Program Planning Committee invites plenary paper proposals dealing with any "big picture" aspect of the theme. Examples: *Forces that are reshaping the serials information chain *Successful strategies for reacting to these forces *New models and opportunities for collection management, organizational structure, access, and outreach *Re-examining the role of the serials professional in the new information society The Program Planning Committee also invites workshop and discussion group proposals that will proactively address changes and provide tools for managing the continuing "serials crisis." *Case studies in successful "downsizing" or "reshaping" *Strategies for adjusting to organizational change *Training/retraining/educating serialists for new roles in article delivery, public service, monograph acquisitions, etc. *Relevant new technologies/services/software packages/standards *Grantsmanship *Costing out functions and streamlining workflow Submission of topics and suggestions for speakers are welcome from NASIG members and other members of the information community. Since all proposals are reviewed competitively, please include the following information for maximum consideration: *Name, address, phone/fax numbers, e-address(es) of the proposer *Program title *An abstract of 200-300 words that clearly explains the intent of the proposal as well as its relationship to the theme *Indicate preference for having the proposal used as a plenary paper, workshop, or discussion group by ranking these 1-3. Proposals should be submitted no later than August 1, 1993 to: Susan Davis, NASIG Secretary, Head, Periodicals Section, State University of NY at Buffalo, Lockwood Library Building, Buffalo, NY 14260-2200 Phone: 716- 645-2784 Fax: 716-645-5955 BITNET: UNLSDB@UBVM INTERNET: UNLSDB@UBVM.CC.BUFFALO.EDU (6)------------------------------------------------------------------------ Date: Thu, 22 Apr 93 16:22:20 -0400 From: Charles Getchell (Wake Forest Univ.) Subject: Position announcement ACQUISITIONS/COLLECTION MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN Wake Forest University invites applications for the position of Acquisitions/Collection Management Librarian. This position, at the department head level, combines responsibility for several traditional acquisitions functions with collection development duties. The Z. Smith Reynolds Library offers a collegial, dynamic environment with opportunities and support for professional development. The library continues to enjoy yearly increases to the materials budget, is in the process of adding acquisitions and serials modules to its automated system (Dynix), and just last year saw completion of an attractive, functional addition. Quality management, open working relationships with colleagues, and participation in short and long range planning are features of our professional positions. DUTIES Coordinates and directs the acquisitions functions of monographic search/ order, receiving, approval plans, fund accounting, and mail room activities. Manages Dynix acquisitions module; works closely with the Automation Librarian. Directs vendor selection (all material types), works collegially with faculty, assists with preparation and management of the materials budget which, in fiscal year 1994, totals approximately 1.6 million dollars. Liaison/bibliographer duties in appropriate humanities field(s). Supervises five FTE staff and a number of student assistant hours. Reports to and works closely with the Assistant Director for Reader Services and Collections. REQUIRED ALA accredited MLS. Three years experience in automated, monographic acquisitions; supervisory experience; excellent organization and written and oral communication skills. PREFERRED Advanced degree in the humanities; knowledge of one or more European languages; collection development experience. SALARY Minimum of $25,000 and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position will be available July 1, 1993. Send current vita and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to Mr. Charles M. Getchell, Jr., Chair, Search Committee, Z. Smith Reynolds Library, Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, NC 27109-7777. Review of applications will begin May 15, 1993. Wake Forest University is an AA/EOO Employer ****** END OF FILE ****** ACQNET, Vol. 3, No. 47 ****** END OF FILE ******