Reamer served as the first president of this Association, while the first secretary was E. Ryder, President; A. Beerbaum, Vice President; Mrs. Knowlton, Secretary; and Mrs. Lewis Lewellin, Treasurer. The first village library board consisted of: Charles Archie, Sr. Hyer, Mrs. Joyce, W. Wendt and Superintendent of Schools, L. Jessie Andrews. Werner, Mrs. Abell, Miss Hattie Andrews, Mrs. From until her retirement in , Miss Jessie Andrews served as the librarian. She is remembered for her tremendous dedication, high standards of selection, and professionalism.
In , the library relocated to a lannon stone structure located at the corner of Madison and Monroe Streets. This building was made possible by a bequest of William McCracken, along with gifts from organizations, individuals, and businessmen. This library, designed by Charles Archie, Sr. Another librarian who served for an extended period of time was Monie Archie. Archie served from until Just months before his death in , Mr. Junginger became excited about the opportunity to present a significant gift to the City of Waterloo.
The Junginger Foundation, which manages Mr. While plans for the library were moving forward, news of a trust left by Evelyn Kading Clark was received. The Clark Trust was established to benefit children in the community, through their library. We are truly blessed to have two such visionary people leave major gifts for the operation of a public library in Waterloo.
Interest income from the Evelyn Kading Clark Trust pays the remainder of the debt, plus some operating costs as well. After the building was paid in full the Junginger Foundation continues to donate to the library annually and the Clark Trust continues to partially fund our youth department. Skip to content.
Monie Archie Another librarian who served for an extended period of time was Monie Archie. Karl Junginger We are truly blessed to have two such visionary people leave major gifts for the operation of a public library in Waterloo. Evelyn Kading Clark.
