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1. [Image] "Oregon conquers stream pollution"
Article authored by William Finley discussing the construction of sewage disposal plants in eight Oregon cities and a stream cleanup program.Citation -
3. [Image] Eastern Oregon
Manuscript that features excerpts from "Malheur" and "White heron search."Citation -
4. [Image] Lakes and rivers exploration
Manuscript describing the search for white herons. The author describes their pursuit as well as a conversation with a hunter.Citation -
5. [Image] Bird lives
Manuscript detailing a trip where several types of birds are observed, but the author's main goal is to spot white herons.Citation -
6. [Image] Compilation of manuscripts on birds
The handwritten manuscript features a rough draft of "Bird lives" as well as other manuscripts that most likely were broken up into different manuscripts later.Citation -
7. [Image] Southern Oregon lecture I
Manuscript featuring an expansive lecture. Lecture topics include the need for protection of wildlife, photography, and audubon societies.Citation -
10. [Image] Turkeys check grasshopper pests
Manuscript recounting when County Agent Henderson came up with the idea of using turkeys as a solution to the overpopulation of grasshoppers in the county. The insects were destroying vegetation at an ...Citation -
11. [Image] White heron search
Manuscript describing the same trip in "Malheur". The focus in this document is on the quest for white herons.Citation -
12. [Image] Searching for white herons
Manuscript reporting on a search for white herons at Malheur Lake, a popular hunting ground for the bird.Citation -
13. [Image] Lecture on plumage hunting
Manuscript that appears to be an initial edit of a lecture. The manuscript describes the author's efforts in collecting data, combining the results and findings of three exploratory trips.Citation -
15. [Image] Willamette River distress
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 ...Citation -
16. [Image] The American white pelican
Manuscript that focuses on the American white pelican, which according to this document, has an unattractive appearance. The document also describes how the pelican feeds its young.Citation -
17. [Image] Correspondence and news releases
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.Citation -
18. [Image] Elk or wapiti of Oregon
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. Submitted to the Oregon Journal newspa...Citation -
19. [Image] Status of water fowl in northwestern states
The manuscript argues that the land that has been used for homesteads should be returned to the birds of the area. The land is not suitable for farming long term due to its often alkaline nature. The ill ...Citation -
20. [Image] Klamath trip
Manuscript detailing lake trips. Document goes on to describe physical characteristics such as length and plant life, as well as detailing the search for white herons. The author is disappointed to learn ...Citation -
21. [Image] Plight of grebes
Manuscript containing excerpts from the "Plume hunting", "Grebe hunting", and "Notes on grebe skin traffic" manuscripts. This document further expands upon the motivation of plume hunting. Author also ...Citation -
22. [Image] Study of sea birds
Extensive manuscript describing a trip to the Oregon Coast to observe sea birds.Citation -
23. [Image] Study of sea birds
Edited manuscript that recounts a trip to the Oregon Coast in search of water fowl of the sea.Citation -
24. [Image] The pitcher plant traps and eats insects
An additional draft of "The pitcher plant traps and eats insects."Citation -
25. [Image] Trapping and transplanting beaver
Possibly a rough draft of "Trapping and transplanting."Citation -
26. [Image] Trapping and transplanting beaver
Manuscript describing the process of transplanting beavers when they are negatively affecting their environment. The author details the process as well as the advantages this process has on the beaver ...Citation -
27. [Image] The intelligence of birds
Manuscript that marvels at how birds adapt and seem to remember their environment. Author remarks on the difference in behavior of birds when they perceive danger.Citation -
28. [Image] List of birds
Manuscript with detailed descriptions of bird species the author observed in Harney County.Citation -
29. [Image] Hunting grebes
Manuscript that shares a few excerpts from "Plight of grebes", focusing on why grebes have been singled out for their plumage.Citation -
30. [Image] National parks save mammals
William L. Finley describing several national parks, with a focus on Crater Lake National Park and Yellowstone National Park. Submitted to the Oregon Journal newspaper.Citation -
31. [Image] Do birds act like people?
Article discussing changes in bird populations due to human development and expansion, including observations of birds on the Finley property. Submitted to the Oregon Journal newspaper.Citation -
The document begins with a letter to Mr. James Horsburgh Jr. in which William L. Finley submitted a brief manuscript of "Bird-life about a pond."
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33. [Image] Saving from the slaughter
Manuscript that makes a case to stop plume hunting. Author describes a sad scene of grebe bodies littering a lake site in the aftermath of hunting.Citation -
34. [Image] Follow the trails
Manuscript describing the destruction of bird populations from plume hunting.Citation -
35. [Image] Follow the trails
An additional draft of "Follow the trails."Citation -
36. [Image] Red tail hawk
Manuscript detailing photographing hawks and their offspring.Citation -
37. [Image] Sagebrush country
Manuscript describing a trip. Highlights include the convenience of a machine that provides fuel, shelter, and the ability to cook. Observations of wildlife and the environment are also included.Citation -
38. [Image] General - The California condor
Manuscript describing a condor that was found and brought home to be studied. The condor was later moved to the New York Zoological Park.Citation -
39. [Image] Fish ladder
A fish ladder on the Gold Ray Dam on the Rogue River.Citation -
40. [Image] Gold Ray Dam
A view of the Gold Ray Dam on the Rogue River.Citation -
41. [Image] Two unidentified men on a boat
Two unidentified men in suits sitting in deck chairs on a boat.Citation -
42. [Image] Unidentified group in front of building
An unidentified group of people posing in front of a white house. A mountain (Possibly Mt. St. Helens) is visible in the background. Possibly taken at the Little White Salmon Fish Hatchery.Citation -
43. [Image] Salmon drying on racks
Large salmon steaks hanging on racks to dry.Citation -
44. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of fish jumping up Willamette Falls in Oregon City. Caption on envelope reads, "A famous place to catch chinook salmon."Citation -
45. [Image] Willamette Falls
Two unidentified men standing at the base of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
46. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of the locks at what is likely Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
47. [Image] Willamette Falls
Four unidentified men standing at the base of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
48. [Image] Willamette Falls
An unidentified man looking over the water inlet at Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
49. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
50. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
51. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
52. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
53. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
54. [Image] Willamette Falls
A view of Willamette Falls in Oregon City.Citation -
55. [Image] Hummingbird
A hummingbird bathing in a pool of water in Golden Gate Park.Citation -
56. [Image] Canadian geese
A band of goslings on the water.Citation -
57. [Image] Canadian geese
A band of goslings hiking on the Klamath River.Citation -
58. [Image] Canadian geese
A band of young honkers (Canadian geese) on the Klamath River.Citation -
59. [Image] View of Willamette River
View of bare cottonwood trees along the Willamette River.Citation -
60. [Image] View from Jennings Lodge
View from the top of the hill, showing the roof of the house.Citation -
61. [Image] View of Willamette River
View of a boat on the Willamette River in front of the house at Jennings Lodge, taken from the study window.Citation -
63. [Image] W. L. Finley feeding swans
William L. Finley feeding two swans in Golden Gate Park.Citation -
65. [Image] View of Willamette River
View down the Willamette River from Spooner’s place.Citation -
66. [Image] View of Willamette River
View down the Willamette River from the house at Jennings Lodge, showing boat.Citation -
67. [Image] Canadian geese
A band of young honkers (Canadian geese) swimming in the distance.Citation -
68. [Image] Cole fishing for minnows
Cole sitting on a pier with a minnow on the end of his line while a dog sits nearby.Citation -
69. [Image] Cole fishing for minnows
Cole sitting on a pier attaching a fishing line to a stick to fish for minnows while a dog sits nearby.Citation -
71. [Image] Swans and coots
Flock of swans and coots near the boathouse in Golden Gate Park.Citation -
72. [Image] Snow scene
Snow scene looking from the path above Spooner’s looking down the river.Citation -
73. [Image] Irene and Mr. Spooner skating
Irene Finley and Mr. Spooner skating on ice.Citation -
74. [Image] Irene and Mr. Spooner skating
Irene Finley and Mr. Spooner skating on ice.Citation -
75. [Image] Cole fishing for minnows
Cole sitting on a pier fishing for minnows while a dog sits nearby.Citation -
76. [Image] Cole fishing for minnows
Cole sitting on a pier with a minnow on the end of his line while a dog sits nearby.Citation -
77. [Image] View of the house at Jennings Lodge
View of the corner of the house at Jennings Lodge looking down the river.Citation -
78. [Image] Mr. Spooner skating
Mr. Spooner skating on a pond.Citation -
79. [Image] Snow scene
View of an alder at the mouth of Spring Branch looking up the river. Snow on the ground.Citation -
80. [Image] Canadian geese
A band of young honkers (Canadian geese) on the Klamath River.Citation -
81. [Image] Rio Grande Reservation
View from dam site looking up the Rio Grande showing Elephant Butte.Citation -
82. [Image] Elephant Butte Dam
Looking down the Rio Grande from the site of Elephant Butte Dam on the Rio Grande Reservation.Citation -
85. [Image] Snow scene
Snow scene on the bank of the river in front of Spooner’s.Citation -
86. [Image] Skating on pond
Skating on pond across river.Citation -
87. [Image] Snow scene
Snow scene looking down river from the bank below Spooner’s.Citation -
88. [Image] Skating on pond
Crowd skating on pond across river.Citation -
89. [Image] Mallard duck
A mallard duck in flight. Image note: back view.Citation -
90. [Image] Mallard ducks
A flock of tame mallard ducks on the water in Golden Gate Park.Citation -
91. [Image] Scaup ducks
Flock of six scaup ducks in a pond at Golden Gate Park.Citation -
92. [Image] Swans and ducks
Flock of swans and ducks on the water in a pond in Golden Gate Park.Citation -
93. [Image] Carlsbad Reservation
View of the Carlsbad Reservation looking north over Lake McMillan.Citation -
94. [Image] Carlsbad Reservation
View of the Carlsbad Reservation looking northeast over Lake McMillan.Citation -
95. [Image] View of Lake McMillan
View of Lake McMillan on the Carlsbad Reservation looking east from gates.Citation -
96. [Image] Shoreline of Lake McMillan
View of the shoreline at Lake McMillan on the Carlsbad Reservation looking east.Citation -
97. [Image] View of Lake McMillan
View of Lake McMillan on the Carlsbad Reservation from the south shore looking east.Citation -
98. [Image] Carlsbad Reservation
View of Carlsbad Reservation looking north over Lake McMillan. The town of Lakewood is visible in the distance.Citation -
99. [Image] Rio Grande Reservation
View of Government Camp from hill on the Rio Grande Reservation. Elephant Butte is visible in the background.Citation -
100. [Image] Rio Grande Reservation
View looking north from dam site on the Rio Grande Reservation near Engle, New Mexico. Pictured land to be covered by water with dam construction.Citation