This booklet was published in 1954 on the fiftieth anniversary of the opening of the library. The foreword is taken from the booklet. Foreword Books have an influence on life and conduct, the extent of which it is impossible to estimate. The precepts they inculcate, the lessons they exhibit, the ideals of life and character they portray, root themselves in the thoughts and imaginations, especially of young persons. By the study of good books such as may be obtained from our Public Library, it is perfectly possible for a person to acquire such a general knowledge of the laws of nature and the facts of history that every great advance in either shall be intelligible and interesting. Through the generosity, wisdom and foresight of many who in the past have helped to make the Keighley Public Library what it is today, we are indeed much indebted and very thankful. C.A.Watson Chairman of the Libraries Committee