John S. Richards | |
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| President of the American Library Association | |
| In office 1955–1956 | |
| Preceded by | Lawrence Quincy Mumford |
| Succeeded by | Ralph R. Shaw |
| Personal details | |
| Born | February 16, 1892 Chicago, Illinois, US |
| Died | December 3, 1979 (aged 87) Seattle, Washington, US |
| Alma mater | University of Washington |
| Occupation | Librarian |
John S. Richards (February 16, 1892 – December 3, 1979) was a librarian who served as the president of the American Library Association from 1955 to 1956.[1]: 110