List of the names and libraries of the initial MLA members in 1891 plus the members added each year from 1892-1896. Members libraries include the State University (University of Minnesota), Carlton College, St. Olaf, the State Historical Society, and the public libraries in St. Paul, Duluth, Minneapolis, Stillwater, Mankato, Anoka, Red Wing, St. Peter and Rochester, the Chicago Library Bureau, the Minneapolis Bar Association, and the State Librarian, Col. Taylor, M.H.H. Notable members include Dr. W.W. Folwell, Fletcher Williams, Gratia Countryman, Claire F. Baldwin, Alexander Ramsey, former Minnesota governor, and Gertrude B. McPherson.
The agreement hand-signed by individual subscribers to the Winona Library Association, promising a contribution of at least ten dollars each year for the next five years.
The agreement hand-signed by individual subscribers to the Winona Library Association, promising a contribution of at least five dollars each year for the next five years.