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August 01, 2005: Mold Threatens Rare Book Collection in Montgomery, Alabama
"Thousands of tiny, unwanted visitors live on the shelves of Montgomery's main library, and they have claimed the lives of 15 rare books.
Mold spores are growing on the spines of hundreds of bound magazines in the basement. Water damage also is evident on the floor and shelves housing rare books on the second floor."
