Hunting

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1930 - 1939

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript that delves into the game records for duck hunting, finding that the two states with the largest number of birds bagged were permitted to use bait. The author explains that the reason why there was such a concentration of birds in California and Illinois, is that they lie on the most naturally attractive waterways. Other states are mentioned, but the main focus is on California and Illinois. The document goes on to say that the practice of baiting creates an unfair advantage and those that do not bait tend to later follow after seeing the baiters' success. The federal government banned the use of bait in respects to duck hunting.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Duck hunting on the Columbia

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1930 - 1939

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

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 in the year of 1907 with his son and netted the allotted amount of birds. Further comments about the plentiful number of birds for sport are included in the document. Later in 1913, a protection for migratory birds passed and closed down the hunting season. The author commented that despite the season being closed for 22 years, the number of ducks have not returned to previous numbers.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Waterfowl protection and other manuscripts

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1930 - 1939

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript that is composed of various manuscripts, with a focus on closing the waterfowl hunting season. The manuscripts concerning the waterfowl include creating legislation to close or limit the hunting season, the practice of baiting, and protecting waterfowl populations. A manuscript discussing russet-backed thrushes is included.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Nothing a duck hunter likes better than ducks

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1910 - 1942

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

This appears to be a rough draft of "Nothing a duck hunter likes better than ducks." Small differences include the additional sentences and above the title in faint pencil 'Consider the poor old duck hunter'.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Malheur, the unfortunate

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1924 - 1942

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript chronicling the woes that have befallen Malheur Lake, including hunting, land cultivation, and disregard for the lake's status as a refuge.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Malheur, the unfortunate

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1924 - 1942

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

An edited version of "Malheur, the unfortunate" which describes the destruction man has wreaked upon the lake and surrounding area.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Sea otter, sought by fur hunters, on its last flippers

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1936-03-22

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article describing sea otter behavior and declining populations due to human influence.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

How About killing coots?

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1939-10-30

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article describing coots, including appearance and diet.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

Birds that have passed

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1939-06-13

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article highlighting the possibility of extinction that many bird species face through hunting and increase in human expansion.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

Protect our largest migratory bird

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1941-09-01

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript and press release discussing trumpeter swan populations.

United States. Department of the Interior

Hawks on trial

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1935 - 1945

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article discussing negative perceptions of hawks.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

Hunting honkers

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1941-10-31

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article describing observations of Canadian geese traveling near the Columbia River.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

Manuscripts and report

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1941

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscripts for article, "Our largest migratory bird", and a report on trumpeter swans by David D. Condon, Assistant Yellowstone Park Naturalist.

Del Condon, David

Elk or wapiti of Oregon

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1943-10

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article discussing elk populations in Oregon, including hunting seasons and the transfer of an elk herd from Jackson Hole, Wyoming to the Wallowa National Forest.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Open seasons on game birds

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1943-09-18

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article discussing length of hunting seasons for game birds, including ducks and band-tailed pigeons.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Are deer being properly handled?

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1943-07-09

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article describing the management of deer populations in Oregon.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Sportsmen kill the goose

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1933

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Article describing the effects of hunting and fishing on game bird and fish populations.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Correspondence, October 1910

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1910-10

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing William Finley’s lectures for farmers' institutes in California and the creation of a demonstration train exhibit. Correspondence also focuses on the illegal sale of bird plumes for hair decorations and an effort to gather support for L. Alva Lewis as the next Oregon State Game Warden. Additional topics include the increase of grebe nesting and game birds on the Lower Klamath Lake, a proposal to create bird reserves from lands owned by the University of California, and concerns about farmers’ complaints regarding the effects of birds on crops.

Cole, Leon J. (Leon Jacob), 1877-1948

Correspondence, November 1910

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1910-11

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing the demonstration train exhibit in California and position of Oregon State Game Warden. Additional topics include William Finley’s efforts to secure funding for the National Association of Audubon Societies and inclusion of Finley’s photographs in William Leon Dawson’s book, Birds of California.

Richardson, Guy

Correspondence, March 1911

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1911-03

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing William Finley’s appointment on the State Board of Fish and Game Commissioners and concerns about trappers shooting in a reserve near Burns, Oregon.

Palmer, T. S. (Theodore Sherman), 1868-1955

Correspondence, May 1911

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1911-05

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing the vacant positions of Deputy Game Warden and game wardens for the Malheur Lake Reservation and territory around Burns, Oregon. Additional topics include William Finley’s work as part of the State Board of Fish and Game Commissioners, and the inclusion of bird study in Oregon school curriculum.

Farnham, Mary Frances

Correspondence, November 1927

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1927-11

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing hunting, leaflets for William Finley’s lectures, and plans with the Church family.

Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953

Correspondence, September 1940

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1940-09

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing statistics for predators trapped and hunted in Oregon.

Fugate, Roy

Correspondence discussing upcoming lectures

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1931-09

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing upcoming lectures, including Finley's lecture, "Getting personal with mountain lions." A newspaper clipping discussing debate over the length of duck hunting season is included.

Oregonian (Firm)

Program and articles discussing lectures and length of duck hunting season

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1931-09

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Program and articles discussing William Finley's lecture, "Camera hunting on the continental divide", and Irene Finley's lecture, "Birds of the Arizona desert." Newspaper clippings discussing debate over the length of duck hunting season are included.

Audubon Society of Portland