It was, the writer conceded, "yet limited, but so soon as the books can be obtained from San Francisco, [it] will be greatly enlarged." The writer further explained that Mr Herre's library "filled a much needed want of the town".
The writer acknowledged the current limitations of their collection, but expressed confidence in expanding it with new acquisitions from San Francisco. The author highlighted the importance of Mr. Herre's library to the town and its contribution to meeting local needs.