Map of Columbia River & Sauvie Island
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- 1934-12
USGS Map, with hand drawn markers for proposed pumping plant, proposed levee, proposed drainage canals, and district boundaries.
Geological Survey (U.S.)
Map of Columbia River & Sauvie Island
USGS Map, with hand drawn markers for proposed pumping plant, proposed levee, proposed drainage canals, and district boundaries.
Geological Survey (U.S.)
A shorter version of "The witches' garden."
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Fanciful handwritten manuscript on the casual observation of a wren mother and her family. This document has parts from both "Rearing a wren family" and "Vigor's wren".
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
"Wood duck clever in protection of young"
Image of warblers taken by William Finley. Membership card for The Oregon Caveman Inc. is included.
Oregon Cavemen Inc.
Manuscript that was sent to Edgard F. Averill that describes the Finleys' observation of snow birds.
Finley, Irene
Winter bird tourists in the south
Article describing gulls observed at WestLake Park in Los Angeles.
Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955
Manuscript describing the author's travels to Arizona.
Finley, Irene
Article describing badgers observed by the Finleys.
Finley, Irene
William Finley speech for 20th Izaak Walton League Annual Meeting
Izaak Walton League of America
Manuscript that recollects when Governor Clarence D. Martin called out Portland's mayor at the time, Mayor Carson, on the pollution being dumped into the Willamette River. The document goes on to point out how this is a violation of state law. Portland was not the only area affected.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
The author responds to readers' questions on previous nature articles.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
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. The author reflects that the number of pigeons has declined dramatically.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript in which the author makes a case for restoring and protecting land for wildlife. Describes the unnecessary drainage and damage to habitats for local fauna which have gone unchecked.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
"Wild life plea slated: Northwest delegate to go to Washington"
Article discussing William Finley's involvement as a representative on the Migratory Bird Advisory Board. Program for the 14th Annual Western Association of State Game and Fish Commissioners Conference is included.
Western Association of State Game and Fish Commissioners (U.S.)
Manuscript in which the author describes the need for duck conservation in Oregon due to hunting. Duck hunters want the season to be longer, which is reflected in a new game bill that was introduced in the Senate (Senate Bill 99) and the House of Representatives (House Bill 108). The document asks the Oregonian to "raise its voice" in response to the duck hunters.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing bird colonies.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Wholesale waterfowl destruction in the Klamath Country
Manuscript discusses how the waterfowl in Klamath country are now protected from hunters by game laws. The Bureau of Reclamation destroyed areas of sanctuary for waterfowl because the demand for land for agricultural use was so high. According to Dr. C. F. Marbut from the Department of Agriculture, the soil from the land in and around the bed of the Lower Klamath Lake could not support agricultural means successfully. Instead, the area became a refuge similar to Clear Lake.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript describing the same trip in "Malheur". The focus in this document is on the quest for white herons.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
When the skylark sang in Portland
Article describing Ladd's Addition before it was developed and how the skylark was introduced to Oregon.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
When the condor sailed the Columbia
The decline of the California condor is discussed in this article. Once a frequent flyer along the Columbia River in Oregon, the bird has became a stranger as numbers dwindled.
Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955
Article describing nighthawks, including behavior and diet.
Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955
Manuscript that delves into the perplexing animal that is ring-tailed cat or ringtail. A cousin of the raccoon, the animal can be found in the southwestern part of the Americas from Mexico to southern Oregon. The animal has a strange appearance and prefers to hunt mice and small game. The animal is an omnivore and emits a musky smell.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
"Whales, ospreys, and elk teeth"
Newspaper clipping discussing various obstacles faced by the Oregon Game Commission, including the killing of ospreys at Mirror Pond. The article also focuses on the stocking of trout in the Calapooia River.
The Times (Brownsville, Or.)
"We're waiting to see you on the Nature Magazine personally conducted tour of Glacier National Park"
Advertisement for Nature Magazine tour of Glacier National Park.
Nature Magazine
Wedge of geese buffeted by storm
Manuscript describing a group of geese attempting to fly against a storm.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Wealth may come from primitive areas in Oregon
Manuscript that examines the uptick of interest and financial gain in Oregon's outdoors. A particular interest in the Rogue River Valley is explored. The author comments on the amount of funds for paving roads in order to allow people to access the wilderness easily. The document also points out that there are many ways to destroy natural areas, but few are considering how to preserve them.
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
Manuscript that appears to be an early edit of "The chickadee."
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953
An additional draft of "The chickadee."
Finley, William L. (William Lovell), 1876-1953