David Hartwig Baneth
1893–1973 (age 80)
Biography
David Hartwig Baneth (1893–1973) devoted himself to libraries and the preservation of knowledge, ensuring that readers could find shelter in books during turbulent times. He was known for combining meticulous cataloging with an ethic of open service to every visitor.
Baneth’s quiet stewardship helped safeguard countless volumes for future generations, and his legacy of accessibility and care is honored at Har HaMenuchot.