| Marker Number |
3510 |
| Atlas Number |
5083003510 |
| Marker Title |
Mrs. J. A. B. Miller Public Library Building |
| Index Entry |
Miller, Mrs. J. A. B., Public Library Building |
| Address |
|
| City |
Coleman |
| County |
Coleman |
| UTM Zone |
14 |
| UTM Easting |
459964 |
| UTM Northing |
3521825 |
| Subject Codes |
women, women's history topics; libraries; women's clubs |
| Marker Year |
1977 |
| Recorded Texas Historic Landmark |
No |
| Marker Location |
Courthouse Square, Walnut & Commerce, Coleman |
| Private Property |
No |
| Marker Condition |
In Situ |
| Marker Size |
18" x 28" |
| Marker Text |
Financed by the Self-Culture Club and other local women's organizations, this structure was erected in 1909 to provide a meeting place for the groups and to house the city's library collection. In 1924 when money was no longer available to pay a librarian, Mattie B. (Mrs. J. A. B.) Miller (1874-1969), pioneer ranch woman and civic leader, offered her services. For 41 years, as an unpaid librarian, she dedicated her time and resources to the project. In 1968 when the city took over operation, the library was named in her honor. (1977) |
