132 THE BIRDS OF MONTREAL. 



fear of the sparrow, and that the despotic reign of 

 the latter may be near its end. Although as hos- 

 tile as ever, the sparrows seem to he growing more 

 discreet in their attacks. At any rate, rohins and 

 other birds esteemed for their plumage and song 

 appear in increasing numbers year by year, and 

 show the disposition, as well as ability, to hold their 

 own. Montreal Gazette, Jan. 5, 1893. 



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