Abstract: A label dispenser for dispensing adhesive labels from rolls of label tape, comprises a rectangular enclosure having a plurality of adjustable-width partitions for holding variable width label tape rolls in an upright position, and a hinged lid which can be opened to insert fresh tape rolls. The free ends of the label tapes are fed through a pair of sponge rubber strips, mounted, respectively, at the upper edge of the enclosure front wall and the forwardmost portion of the lid for mutual contact when the lid is closed. A hasp-type lid fastener serves to draw the lid downwardly, compressing the two rubber strips together, whereby to grip the label tapes frictionally between them when the lid is fastened shut.