In the rare book room of my alma mater's library, patrons were supplied with
a clear plastic zippered bag -- probably about 14" by 8" -- into which they
could dump miscellaneous "legal" stuff (i.e. no pens, scissors, etc) for
convenience.  Department store staff often carry similar bags.  Upon exit at
coat/bag check counter, patrons emptied their clear bag (in front of staff)
and returned bag to staff.  Seemed to work for those who wanted to have a
cell phone, kleenex, etc handy.


Christine M. Dwyer
Stanly County Museum & Historic Preservation Commission
245 East Main Street, Albemarle, NC 28001
Tel: 704/ 986-3777   Fax: 704/ 986-3778

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