State Audubon Reports 283 
STATE AUDUBON REPORTS 
Alabama.—The statutes for the protection of birds and game, model and 
modern as they are, have had a wonderful influence on the wild-life situation 
in Alabama. These laws are well enforced, being backed up by a strong public 
sentiment that demands the conviction of all offenders against their provisions. 
The slaughter of non-game birds has been stopped. Under old conditions, 
they were butchered constantly every day by wanton boys and reckless men. 
The people have come to appreciate that birds are an asset, and that they 
should be kept alive to do service for the farmers by destroying injurious 
insects and noxious weed seeds. 
The Department of Game and Fish has prospered, and the Commissioner 
has not hesitated to compensate wardens well for their services in enforcing 
the law. ; 
Laws similar to the Alabama statute should be urged in those southern 
states which have not yet made adequate provision for the preservation of the 
wild bird and animal life—Joun H. WALLACE, JR., Game and Fish Commis- 
stoner of the State of Alabama. 
Arizona.—Tucson has the only Audubon Society in the Territory of 
Arizona, whereas there should be many other local societies and a strong 
state organization. 
Owing to the shifting population, the membership of our Society remains 
about the same, but has greatly increased in interest and loyalty. The past 
year the meetings held each month, according to the program, were carried 
out with one exception. The Field Days proved especially attractive and 
instructive. 
During the spring months, Tucson was extremely fortunate in having 
in her midst two ornithologists, well known to all readers of Brrp—Lore, 
Mr. and Mrs. William L. Finley. These tireless and enthusiastic Audubon 
workers inspired our members with new life. We were given two rare treats 
by them. The first was when Mr. Finley presented his lecture “Hunting 
Birds with a Camera.” The writer wishes that every man, woman and child 
in Arizona might have the opportunity of hearing this excellent lecture. The 
second was the privilege of having Mr. and Mrs. Finley’s company at a Field 
Meeting, April 30, their knowledge of bird life adding zest to the study of 
the birds and their nests. Arizona hopes to be able to welcome this worthy 
‘couple back again in the near future. 
Mr. Herbert Brown, President of the Society, will continue the work on 
the Arizona game laws. There is much need for his efforts. Doves, for 
example, are not protected at any time of the year. After 1910, the Antelope 
