One Amazing Collection in the Odom Library

In the Ellen Payne Odom Genealogy Library, which is in the south wing of MCCLS, just as you walk through the library door and to the left, there is a lighted china cabinet. This cabinet houses Mrs. Odom's dachshund collection. There must be over 200 items. The dachshunds range in size from tiny (about one inch) to large (maybe one foot long). They are made from wood, porcelain, cloth, jade, pewter, leather, wire, sweet gum balls, and even a peanut. They are pins to wear, a key chain comb, a planter, a letter holder, an ashtray, and salt/pepper shakers. Mrs. Odom said her little dachshund, Kibitz, inspired her fun collection. The puppy's picture is in the china cabinet also. The next time you go into the genealogy library, be sure to stop and look at this fascinating collection. And talk to Irene, our genealogist. She'll be able to tell you even more about it. It's a collection that will put a smile on your face!