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sparrows. If one is to have birds on his premises, he must 
(1) attract them and (2) protect them. 
One attracts birds by providing places in which they may 
nest. The free border plantings have distinct advantages in 
attracting chipping sparrows, catbirds, and other species. The 
bluebirds, house wrens, and martins may be attracted by 
boxes in which they can build. 
One may attract birds by feeding them and supplying water. 
Suet for woodpeckers and others, grain and crumbs for other 
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kinds, and taking care not to frighten or molest them, will soon 
win the confidence of the birds. A slowly running or dripping 
fountain, with a good rim on which they may perch, will also 
attract them; and it is no mean enjoyment to watch the 
birds at bathing. Or, if one does not care to go to the ex- 
pense of a bird fountain, he may supply their wants by means 
of a shallow dish of water set on the lawn. 
The birds will need protection from cats. There is no more 
reason why cats should roam at will and uncontrolled than that 
dogs or horses or poultry should be allowed unlimited license. 
A cat away from home isa trespasser and should be so treated. 
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