Mold Forces Waterbury Library To Toss 20,000 Books
POSTED: 11:27 am EST November 19, 2006
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WATERBURY, Conn. -- Mold infestation is forcing librarians in Waterbury to throw away more than 20,000 books and other items, according to officials.
 
The items, some of which date to the 19th century, are expected to go into the trash bin in the next few months because of the spreading mold at the main library, authorities said.
The Silas Bronson Library's director said the items were being stored because they weren't used or requested very often.
 
They range from old copies of the Congressional Record to volumes of Opera News magazine and Gallup Poll results from the 1970s.
 
High humidity and poor ventilation caused a mold problem about two years ago in the library's storage area. The city bought dehumidifiers and improved the ductwork, and it is now seeking bids for the cleanup job.
 
Some items, such as old city records, are expected to be saved despite the possible mold problems because they're too important to lose, officials said.
 
The library's director said he'll seal them in individual plastic bags if necessary rather than sacrifice the history they contain.
 
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