Mr. Weeks comment, while not reflecting a particularly scholarly
attitude, reflects an outlook that has certainly given rise to
labyrinthine scholarly pursuits over the centuries.  That is, had modern
folk stored ephemera, say, in 17th century Florence, rather than carting
books and the like off to the land (or water) fill, we would probably
know a good bit more of importance than we do now.

If one can't store "ephemera" that holds potentially
interesting/informative/valuable information, then at least digitalize
the material so that generations down the line can evaluate what is
landfill-worthy, and what is important.  It is certainly too early for us
to make that call.

Oliver Hirsch
Hirsch & Associates Fine Art Services, Inc.
New York

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