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a turnout for the sign at which time the sign would be erected for public 
view. The sign has been ready since the summer of 1966 but the city 
has not yet graveled the turnout as agreed upon earlier. 
This has been a sad and unique experience for this community. 
Olney has always responded favorably to referenda that were clearly stated 
with needs indicated. Evidence of Olney citizens’ progressive attitude 
can be found everywhere throughout the city: the schools, college, hospital, 
airport, parks, two lakes, library, summer concert program and recreation 
program for children. The citizens, however, are jealous of their civic rights 
and have a proper respect for tradition and fair play—and Bird Haven is a 
cherished community tradition. Many people here knew Robert Ridgway. 
They know that a decided wrong is committed when local public expendi- 
tures involving millions of dollars are not submitted to the public for their 
decision through the traditional use of the ballot. 
119 N. Saratoga St., Olney, Ill. 62450 
EDITOR’S NOTE — After Robert Ridgway’s death, the Illinois Audubon 
Society raised $1,000 for a maintenance fund for Bird Haven. If you would 
like to help defend the area against the proposed flooding, you can send a 
contribution to “Save Bird Haven Committee,” care of Ridgway Bird 
Club, 119 N. Saratoga St., Olney, II]. 62450. Visitors to Bird Haven are 
urged to make pointed comments to owners of motels, cafes, and gas 
stations about the planned destruction of the Ridgway memorial. 
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