Scope and Contents From the Series: With the appointment of a Conservator in the 1960s came an increased awareness of the importance of the environment in preserving library collections. Paul Banks initiated the monitoring of temperature and relative humidity in bookstacks, reading rooms, and office areas, and worked also to reduce or eliminate harmful atmospheric and lighting conditions throughout the Cobb Building. With the appointment of a Conservator in the 1960's came an increased awareness of the importance of the...