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Frances Jenkins Olcott
Frances Jenkins Olcott (1872–1963) was an American librarian and writer born in Paris, France. In 1898, she developed the children’s department of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburg...view moreFrances Jenkins Olcott (1872–1963) was an American librarian and writer born in Paris, France. In 1898, she developed the children’s department of the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh and became its first head librarian. She edited and wrote a total of more than 20 volumes, including both children’s books and volumes about the art of being a children’s librarian.view less