Please choose and read through one of the following packets of documents housed in the Grand Reading Room, Special Collections. The Special Collections Reading Room is on the second floor of George A. Smathers Library/Library East. Please note that all materials are non-circulating and that the Reading Room has limited hours. It is open Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Fridays 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There are no weekend hours. Plan your time for this assignment accordingly.

•  Thermal pollution of Biscayne Bay, 1969. From The Lili Krech Scrapbook
•  FBI files on the Civil Rights Movement in St. Augustine, 1964. From The FBI Investigative Files.
•  Newspaper clippings about the Democratic primary in Dade County, 1963, following reapportionment. From The Maxine Baker Papers.
•  Trek to Corkscrew Swamp, 1952. From The Ernest Taylor Papers.
•  Investigations into forced labor camps in Florida, 1921-1922. From The Fred Cubberly Papers.

USE OF MATERIAL. Please follow these procedure when using materials in Special Collections:

The materials for this class are copies of originals and will be on reserve for you at the Reading Room desk. However, you may need to look at other original materials. Remember that Special Collections houses many materials that are rare or fragile. When working in the Reading Room, please follow these procedures: 1.  Check in at the desk as soon as you enter the Reading Room.

2.  Make sure your hands are clean (free of dirt and oils) when handling materials.

3.  Do not use ink or marker near materials. Use a pencil.

4.  Keep your table clear of everything besides paper, pencil, or a laptop. Backpacks should be put away in the Reading Room lockers.

5.  Treat materials with respect. If you are using a folder of loose papers, keep the papers in order. If you have a fragile item, handle it carefully.

6.  If you wish to photocopy an item, check first with the person at the desk.

7.  If you accidentally tear or damage an item, tell the person at the desk so we can make repairs.

8.  Return items to the person at the desk when you are done. You can place items on hold.

OTHER RULES

Do not bring food or drink into the Reading Room
Be considerate of others. There will be professors and graduate students doing research.