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spicuous positions, giving notice of the fact that the grove is a bird reserva- 

 tion and warning against shooting. ^ 



Arrangements were made with the tenant on the farm to act as warden, 

 and here again hearty cooperation was secured. Many a hard-headed man 

 will take hold of such a problem if he sees that it is really a serious undertak- 

 ing. The farmers in the locality are intelligent people and are interested in the 

 reservation. 



In so far as is known no efforts have been made to molest the birds since 

 the protection was undertaken. On the other hand, the owners of the farm, as 



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also Mr. Jones and his family, are planning certain improvements which shall 

 add to the conveniences of those who may desire to visit the grove, as well as 

 to the safety of the birds themselves. Altogether a most happy condition 

 exists, and the writer is certain that there are hundreds of opportunities for 

 the establishment of reservations in a similar manner if only schools shall 

 undertake their part. 



The contracts are herewith reproduced in the hopes that they may suggest 

 like ones for many educational institutions. ■ 



