OHS Digital Collections

Sanctuaries for waterfowl

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1910 - 1942

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

A copy of the "Sanctuaries for waterfowl" manuscript.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

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

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

Correspondence and news releases

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1930 - 1931

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence discussing the Malheur Lake Wildlife Refuge and dam construction on the Klamath River in California. News releases describing William Finley's life and lectures are included.

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

Manuscript discussing Finley's lecture

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1930 - 1940

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript discussing the topics of William Finley's lecture, including the Lower Klamath and Malheur Wildlife Refuges, preserving the Columbia River, and the effects of agriculture.

Sanctuaries for waterfowl

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1930 - 1939

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript that champions the idea of additional sanctuaries for birds and animals. The document mentions what efforts President Theodore Roosevelt made before retiring from office. The document also highlights a number of refuges in the United States.

Averill, Edgar F., 1881-1955

Malheur, Lower Klamath Lake, and Hart Mountain Refuges, 1930-1935

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1930 - 1935

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Correspondence, articles drafts, and notes discussing the Malheur Lake and Lower Klamath Lake Refuges with a focus on the impact of agricultural projects on the reservations, including water shortages and pollution. Additional topics include concerns about an antelope population limit at the Hart Mountain Game Refuge and the introduction of non-native species to replace dwindling native bird and fish populations.

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

Malheur refuge an aid to both birds and farmers

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1930 - 1939

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Manuscript that details the advantages of a wildlife refuge, especially in regards to the land. The document describes some of the difficulties that the Malheur Refuge experienced. Examples include illegal squatters around the lake bed and the attempt of a pair of locals (Culver Marshall and Wilbur Springer) to host a duck hunt inside the refuge.

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

Articles discussing William Finley lectures and bird refuges at Malheur and Lower Klamath lakes

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1934-03 - 1934-04

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Oregonian (Firm)

Articles discussing William Finley lectures and filming at Malheur Lake

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1934-05 - 1934-06

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

Oregonian (Firm)

"Wild life plea slated: Northwest delegate to go to Washington"

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1934-06 - 1934-07

Part of William L. Finley Papers, 1899-1946

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.)