1892-1977
Marian C Manley ran Newark’s Business Library, a branch of the Public Library from 1926-1954. She retired in Oct 1954. Under her leadership the Business Library was known far and wide for excellent service.
Said her employees when she retired, “Life was kind to have placed us under the supervision of Marian C Manley…there is no explanation for our enthusiasm except heartfelt gratitude.”
Bibliography
“Newark’s Business Library” Special Libraries Nov 1954.
Librariana, Newark Public Library
“Library Hall of Fame to Add 5” Star Ledger May 3, 1959
M-16, Manley, Marian C, Newark News Morgue, Newark Library
“Strictly Gossip” Star Ledger Oct 3, 1954
Photo from Charles F. Cummings NJ Information Center, Newark Library.