Her response to these requests contained important information and relevant publications about the process and advantages of Carnegie funding which, when reviewed, it was noted that she had never provided to the Iowa communities.

Unfortunately, her writings also reveal how little influence she had, as Iowa’s communities ultimately received the fourth highest number of Carnegie-funded buildings in the country.

Although Tyler did not openly campaign against the Carnegie grants, she, nevertheless, engaged in a quiet opposition to the communities’ acceptance of these funds for several primary reasons.

Tyler perceived that the grants and the financial subvention were insufficient to allow for the adequate growth and expansion she envisioned for the Iowa State Libraries.

The conflict of interests between Tyler and the various state officials and community entities agreeing with the Carnegie requirements extended to issues regarding library design, functionality, and services.

While Tyler's objections remained muted throughout, she clearly stated her views about the negative consequences of widespread, unmonitored acceptance of the Carnegie grants.