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HEN Nicholas Pike and some other directors of the Brooklyn Institute, in 

 1850, liberated eight pairs of English Sparrows in Brooklyn, they thought 

 there would soon be an end of worms and insects in American fields, 

 gardens, orchards and vineyards. 



There were a few objections and warnings by people who knew ; but Pike and 

 his associates were bent on "doing things" and the objectors were overruled as 

 "kickers." 



There is NOW no good word to be said for the English Sparrow. But he 

 cannot be exterminated. He can only be kept under control. 

 Give the boy a Stevens Rifle and he will keep the little brown buccaneer out of your vine- 

 , One peck of his filth-infected bill in one ripening grape injures the appearance and lessens 

 the saleability of the whole bunch. 



Your boy will acquire a quick eye, steady nerve and cool head while he has his healthy, 

 wholesome, useful out-door fun. 



Stevens Rifles and Shotguns are made of the best material 

 by the most skilled workmen. The most improved fire arms 

 in the world — straightest and hardest hitting. 



160-Page Catalog sent FREE to anv address for 5c. in stamps to cover 

 postage. This Reference Book gives illustrations, descriptions and prices 

 and is filled with valuable information; proper care of fire arms, notes on 

 sights, ammunition, shooting, etc. 



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