Root, Beth Skoog, 1912-1984. Papers, 1933-1950. 0.5 linear ft. Location: E:124, OS:R. Shreveport, La., native and 1940 graduate of LSU School of Library Science. Papers include photographs, newspaper clippings, correspondence, travel maps and brochures, and other printed items documenting Root's experience as an Army Special Services Librarian in the European Theater during World War II. Also includes photographs of Skoog family home in Shreveport and library facilities at Fort Polk and Camp Claiborne Army bases. Mss. 5007.