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bird was one of the parents it is hard to believe that the young hybrids

would be so very much bigger than either of the parents, as these birds

are. If they cross-mated in their country of origin, I don’t see what

other mating was possible. Anyhow, they are interesting and amusing

birds, and I am looking forward to breeding them this season.


Truly yours,


William Shore Baily.



OUR HON. BUSINESS SECRETARY


We deeply regret to report that the very serious illness of Dr. Lovell-

Keays notified in our March issue has compelled his resignation from

the Secretaryship of the Society. Acting on high professional advice

Dr. Keays has retired from all work of every description. The deep

sympathy of every Member of the Society will be warmly extended

to him.


At a special meeting of the Executive Mr. J. L. Bor iote. I.A.,

was elected to the vacant office. Mr. Bonhote is well knpv n as an

eminent ornithologist and a former Editor of the Mayazine, and the

Society is fortunate in securing his services. Mr. Bonhote has kindly

consented to also act as Hon. Treasurer, and will shortly assume office.


The best thanks of the Society are due to Mr. Pocock, our present

Secretary, who has now for the third time undertaken these d Mies.

Coming at a time of special strain owing to the absence of Dr. Chalmers

Mitchell, his acceptance of fresh work is warmly appreciated by every

one of us.



G. R.



