New Resource: Accessible Archives is a treasure trove of American history

The newest resource on the Hewes Library website, Accessible Archives, provides digitized resources from 18th-19th century United States publications, colonial times through the end of the 19th century.

"Developed by dedicated instructors and students of American history, our databases contain the rich, comprehensive material found in leading historic periodicals and books.
Eyewitness accounts of historical events, vivid descriptions of daily life, editorial observations, commerce as seen through advertisements, and genealogical records are available in a user-friendly online environment."

In addition to American history, the collections provide support in women’s studies, American literature, theater and early American music. 

See the collection and coverage list and satisfy your curiosity by doing a few searches yourself!

Article written by members of the Toledo Woman Suffrage Association, 1876.

Williams. S. L.,  Angier, J. P., Fray, E. S., & Barker, M. J. (1876, April). Twenty millions of American citizens are denied all representation. The National Citizen and Ballot Box , p. 1.

Main Floor Collections Moving Around

Over the Winter Break, a few collections on the main floor have shifted locations.  The DVD Collection now faces the west side and the viewing rooms.

The VHS collection and the Newspapers have moved to the East side of the shelving and are now facing the Reference Collection.

As a result, we have more space for New Books and the ScotsRead Collection.  The New Books will be closer to the Einstein Brothers Coffee Shop and face the Scots Popular Magazine Collection. 

The ScotsRead Books Collection will now occupy the entire front shelving area - allowing more browsing for the titles.  If you have suggestions for the ScotsRead Collection, please stop by the Reference Desk to let us know titles or authors of interest.  If you have questions about a collection, please talk to a library staff member.