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is situated in Rusholme-road. It covers an area of four acres; but it is not to be compared with the establishments of Liverpool.

is under the same roof as Chetham's Hospital, or Blue Coat School. It is rich in old and curious books, in works of Ecclesiastical History, Theology, and Antiquities. It has also some manuscripts. Strangers are gratuitously admitted, and may have access to the books, from half-past eight o'clock till twelve in the morning, and from one to five in the afternoon.

contains a Library and News-room. It is situated in Mosley-street. One Subscriber can admit a stranger to read the papers, magazines, &c. for three days—two Subscribers can extend the privilege for a month.

is in Exchange-buildings, Ducie-place. It contains about 20,000 volumes, and has 400 subscribers.

in Exchange-buildings; Librarian, Mr. W. Bamford. This Library has about 350 subscribers.

is in Newall's Buildings, Market-strect. Contains about 6000 volumes, and has 350 subscribers.