The World That Was
Culture and Sport
Library
“Kultura library held some 2500 books. Most of them were in Yiddish, a certain part in Polish, a small number in Hebrew and in other languages. From time to time the board made efforts to get more books. They would organize parties and balls for the library: in summer – in the Miranovicz Public Park, and in winter – in the fire brigade hall. There were different suggestions on how to acquire books. The members’ dedication indeed resulted in a rise in the income. Then there was a debate what books should be bought. Most were in favor of Yiddish books, while the Zionists wanted Hebrew publications. The discussion was long and passionate. Finally, an agreement was reached: to buy 70% books in Yiddish, 15% in Polish, 10% in Hebrew, and the remaining in other languages.”
Sh. Barkai in Wolbrom Irenu
