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A library book investigated by 82 years ago was finally returned to a library in San Antonio, Texas by an Oregon resident – with a note: “Grandma will no longer be able to pay for it.”
According to the library, the book by Frances Bruce Strain – “Your child, his family and friend” – was borrowed in July 1943.
“After the death of my father recently, I inherited some boxes of books that he left behind. Through him, I have read the letter from 1943 by Mrs. Frances Bruce Strain ‘your child, your family and friends and friends,” read the letter.
At that time, the sender’s father was 11 years old. Recognizing only as Paag, the author said that his grandmother, Maria del Socoro Aldrate Floors (Cortez) must have checked it.
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In 1943, a book from San Antonio Library was examined in June 2025. (San Antonio Library)
“In that year, she moved from Mexico City to work at the American Embassy. She must have taken the book with him, and some 82 years later, it ended in my possession,” the letter continued. “When I noticed that it was from San Antonio Public Library, I decided to send it back. I hope there is no delay for this because Dadi will not be able to pay for it anymore.”
The library posted images on Facebook, showing a 28-day checkout period of the book, with a fine of three cents per day.
According to the US Labor Statistics Bureau, in 1943, three cents are equivalent to about 56 cents today.
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In 1943, a book from San Antonio Library was examined in June 2025. (San Antonio Library)
It adds up to $ 900 to overdue fee – or over $ 16,000 with inflation.
But there was no need to worry about Grandma’s bill.
The library said in a post on Facebook, “We can definitely keep the author there comfortably, because we are fine since 2021.”
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(In 1943, a book was returned from San Antonio Library. (ISTOCK))
Published in 1943, “Your child, their families and friends” directed the parents on child development and healthy relationships.
In 1943, Cincinnati Enquireor called it “a full guidebook for the child’s personal relationship with his family and the outside world”.
The library said that the book was in good position and is now displayed in the Central Library Lobby.
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Once the book is removed from the display, it will be donated to Friends of San Antonio Public Library and kept for sale.
