Standard Club

The Standard Club was organized in September, 1901; joined the Texas Federation in 1904, and was a member of the General Federation of Women's Club's continuing project - helping to provide books and services to the City's public library. 

Andrew Carnegie donated $10,000 for a library in Winnsboro with the stipulation that the money be spent for a building only and that the City would be wholly responsible for its support. When the library opened in 1910 the City was able to provide only a desk,  some book shelves and chairs. The Standard Club assumed the responsibility of appointing a librarian and paying her salary as well as campaigning for donations of cash and books. 

The Library opened with fewer than 200 volumes. Over the years, the Club has sponsored an annual fundraiser project. At first they were ate the Carnegie Library or in private homes, and since 1996 at the Gilbreath Memorial Library. Standard Club members have also been volunteers at the Library, as well as advocates of literacy and community enhancement programs for children and adults. 

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