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bath, but it very soon became known to the feathered neighbors and 

 they came daily for their refreshment. Blue Jays, Catbirds, Bluebirds, 

 Robins and Wrens at once took possession, and not only were visitors 

 but built their nests and made their homes in the trees and bushes 

 about the yard. And the birds were not alone in their appreciation of 

 their hostess' kindness, for many a dog has quenched his thirst at this 

 same fountain. 



A large pedestal for flowers which stood on the lawn served as a bathing 

 and feeding place for birds, and its attractions were many. These are 

 only two of the devices at the home of Mrs. French for bringing 

 nature to the doorstep. Bird-boxes, food during the winter, and succoring 

 the strayed, injured or stolen were other activities that made the lives of the 

 wild inhabitants happier in this vicinity. The final result will no doubt 

 be the continued presence of birds and a general uplifting of the men, 

 women and children who become interested in them. 



A BATHING FOUNTAIN 



