SCHOOL DEPARTMENT 



Edited by ALICE HALL "WALTER 



Address all communications relative to the work of this depart- 

 ment to the Editor, 67 Oriole Avenue, Providence, R. I. 



THE NEED OF THE NATIONS 



WAYS IN WHICH AUDUBON SOCIETIES CAN HELP 



Every available resource is needed to-day in the world-wide struggle for 

 lasting peace. It is no time for prejudice or indifference to retard necessary 

 action. It is no time for extravagance or waste, both of which are speedily 

 coming to be recognized as criminal abuse of resources. It is a time for calm, 

 clear thinking, few words, and definite, effective action. 



In spite of the gloom overshadowing not only foreign countries but also 

 our own, the light of the greatest and grandest opportunity for the better- 

 ment of society and the uplift of civilization is breaking. Hope in the future 

 and faith in the highest ideals beckon us on with stout hearts toward a glor- 

 ious goal. 



The resources of the Audubon Society are greater than we may think in 

 this critical emergency. First of all, we now have a far-reaching organization, 

 representative of nearly every part of our country, an organization which, 

 unlike many others, reaches young and old alike. An appeal made through 

 the State, National and Junior Audubon Societies will reach thousands of 

 people. Second, we have behind us a greater moral and financial support than 

 at any other time. If we outline practical and definite lines of work, we shall 

 undoubtedly find ways and means to carry them on. Third, we are in a posi- 

 tion to take up needed work at many separate points, with almost no further 

 preliminary steps of investigation. In other words, we are already organized, 

 supported, and equipped to do necessary work for the nations of the world 

 quickly and efficiently. These are important resources, for without good-will, 

 intelligence and method very little can be done. 



Without waste of words, the following suggestions are timely for each 

 State Audubon Society and each Junior Audubon Society to consider: 



I. Increase of Food-Supply. 



{a) Raise Chickens, Turkeys, and domesticated Ducks and Geese where con- 

 ditions are favorable. Junior members can assist greatly in such undertakings. 



(6) Study carefully the problem of stocking reservations with Quail, 

 Grouse, and Pheasants, and also, the matter of establishing Pigeon-cotes. 

 The question of food for these species is perhaps the most necessary one in 

 determining what can be successfully accomphshed. In this connection strive 

 to interest sportsmen's leagues, game commissions and legislators. 



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