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San Diego Public Library News and Events Clara Breed Centennial

The San Diego Public Library is celebrating the life and work of legendary San Diego librarian Clara Breed. Born in 1906, this year would have marked her 100th birthday. She worked at the San Diego Public Library for 42 years, including the last 24 as library director. She passed away in 1994. Throughout the year, the Library will have a variety of events and programs focusing on Ms. Breed. Below are photos of Miss Clara Breed:

Picture of Clara Breed in a lei Picture of Clara Breed with stack of books
Picture of Clara Breed reading Picture of Clara Breed
Picture of Clara Breed with maps Picture of Clara Breed as Central is built
Picture of Clara Breed in sepia Picture of Clara Breed in orchard
Picture of Clara Breed Picture of Clara Breed at her desk






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