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It remained the city's library until 1974, when more space was needed and the current library on
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During that time the building was neglected, and the front entrance was fenced off from the sidewalk. In 2009 school district voters approved a $ 3.6 million proposal to
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It served continuously as the city's library until 1974, when it was closed after a newer library was built in the city's
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