William Warner Bishop | |
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| President of the American Library Association | |
| In office 1918–1919 | |
| Preceded by | Thomas Lynch Montgomery |
| Succeeded by | Chalmers Hadley |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 20, 1871 Hannibal, Missouri, USA |
| Died | February 19, 1955 (aged 83) |
| Resting place | Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | Librarian |
William Warner Bishop (July 20, 1871 – February 19, 1955) was an American librarian who is credited and remembered for his work organizing and cataloging the Vatican Archives, his time served working with the American Library Association, as well as his support of academic libraries.[1] He has the honor of being named one of the most influential librarians in American history.[2]