Florrinell F. Morton

Florinnell Francis Morton (December 20, 1904 – January 4, 1990)^[1] was an American librarian, educator, and president of the American Library Association from 1961 to 1962.^[2]

Florinnell F. Morton
President of the American Library Association
In office 1961–1962
Preceded by	Frances Lander Spain
Succeeded by	James E. Bryan
Personal details
Born	Florinnell Francis (1904-12-20)December 20, 1904
Died	January 4, 1990(1990-01-04) (aged 85) Baton Rouge, Louisiana, US
Nationality	American
Spouse	Charles Hester Morton
Occupation	Librarian

She served as Director of the Library School at Louisiana State University from 1944 to 1971.^[3][4] Prior to joining LSU, Morton had been on staff of the Library at the University of North Texas.^[5]

She was married to Charles Hester Morton.

Publications

• "Ideals in the preparation of librarians: Standards for accreditation" (Kansas State Teachers College, 1961)
• "Career Guidance: A Key to Recruiting" ALA Bulletin, v52 n8 (September 1958), p. 578