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  • (-) Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953 (1255)
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  1. Report of the Wild Life Sub-Committee -- Forestry Committee of the Oregon Planning Council

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    Report discussing the status of wildlife populations in Oregon as well as the allocation of funding for research and projects.

  2. Owl of the Arctic

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    Manuscript about the Arctic owl, focusing on the bird's appearance, hunting habits, and its habitat.

  3. Golden eagle nearly wrecks car

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    Manuscript recalling a collision of Mr. Echidnas and an eagle. Fortunately the bird survived and was put into the care of Dr. L. E. Hibbard. The author goes on to point out that this eagle is protected by law...

  4. The sparrow hawk

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    The manuscript discusses the decline of using hawks in hunting and how hunters blame birds of prey for decreasing bird populations.

  5. The extinct passenger pigeon

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    Manuscript detailing the vanishing of the passenger pigeon in America. The author infers that the factor that led to their decline is that they nested in large colonies, making them easy prey for hunters...

  6. Wild or band-tailed pigeons

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    Manuscript that looks over a few previous records of wild pigeons provided by O. G. Delaba and W. B. Jennings. There is a note in parentheses asking to report any spottings of the birds to Finley or Averill....

  7. Duck hunting on the Columbia

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    Manuscript relating a conversation with H. S. Rowe, who along with Mr. Harrison, owned a large number of acres of land on Sauvie's Island, which happened to be excellent for duck hunting. Mr. Rowe went hunting...

  8. The cedar waxwing

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    This manuscript begins with explaining how bird names are chosen and that it is often connected to food habits or a distinguishing feature of the plumage. In the case of the cedar waxwing, it is named for its...

  9. Song-bird population

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    This manuscript begins with how to attract songbirds to one's home, including the removal of predators, flora to interact with, and a water source. The author comments that there has been a noticed absence of...

  10. The friendly robin

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    The manuscript begins by explaining that the robin is the most recognized and familiar of North American birds. The document explains the preferred habitat and diet of the bird. Then it continues with an...

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