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1. Lower Klamath Lake, Tule Lake, and Clear Lake Refuges, 1917-1935
Lower Klamath Lake, Tule Lake, and Clear Lake Refuges, 1917-1935
Description
Correspondence, reports, and articles discussing the impact of agriculture and reclamation projects on the Lower Klamath, Tule Lake, and Clear Lake Refuges. Topics of focus include the impacts of grazing on bird refuges, construction of dikes and dams on the Klamath and Link Rivers, and possible reflooding of portions of the Lower Klamath Lake.
2. Barrel cactus in bloom
Barrel cactus in bloom
Description
Top of barrel cactus in bloom.
3. Thorny poppies
Thorny poppies
Description
Thorny poppies growing in the Arizona desert.
4. Cactus in bloom
Cactus in bloom
Description
Cactus (Ocatea) in bloom.
5. Bird of paradise flowers
Bird of paradise flowers
Description
Flowers of bird of paradise acacia.
6. Thorny poppies
Thorny poppies
Description
Thorny poppies growing in the Arizona desert.
7. Dallas Lore Sharp and son dressing in the tules
Dallas Lore Sharp and son dressing in the tules
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp and his son, Dallas Lore Sharp Jr., getting dressed in the tules.
8. Men in a canoe
Men in a canoe
Description
Three unidentified men paddling in a canoe through the tules.
9. Canoe in the tules
Canoe in the tules
Description
Three unidentified men with a canoe in the tules.
10. Men and birds in the tules
Men and birds in the tules
Description
Three unidentified men standing in the tules as birds fly overhead.
11. Canoe in the tules
Canoe in the tules
Description
Three unidentified men with a canoe in the tules.
12. Constructing a nature blind
Constructing a nature blind
Description
Four unidentified men constructing a nature blind out of tules. Another man is sitting off to the side next to the boat and a camera on a tripod.
13. William L. and Irene Finley
William L. and Irene Finley
Description
Umbrella blind set up at gnatcatcher’s nest. William L. and Irene Finley standing by cholla cactus.
14. Cholla cactus
Cholla cactus
Description
Cholla cactus with Catalina Mountains in the background. A nest is visible in bush.
15. Irene Finley standing beside cholla cactus
Irene Finley standing beside cholla cactus
Description
Irene Finley standing beside a chola cactus with binoculars.
16. Arizona desert
Arizona desert
Description
Giant and cholla cactus in the desert west of Tucson.
17. Zebra-tailed lizard
Zebra-tailed lizard
Description
Zebra-tailed lizard, taken at Elephant Butte near Engle, New Mexico.
18. Zebra-tailed lizard
Zebra-tailed lizard
Description
Zebra-tailed lizard, taken at Engle, New Mexico.
19. Cacti in the Arizona desert
Cacti in the Arizona desert
Description
Bunch of small cacti in the Arizona desert.
20. Cholla cactus flowers
Cholla cactus flowers
Description
Flowers of the cholla cactus.
21. Constructing a nature blind
Constructing a nature blind
Description
Herman Bohlman in the foreground with a bundle of chicken wire next to a tule nature blind. Dallas Lore Sharp and two other men are visible next to a boat in the background.
22. Constructing a nature blind
Constructing a nature blind
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp holding poles and three unidentified men constructing a nature blind out of tules. The boat and a camera tripod are visible in the background.
23. Bird of paradise flowers
Bird of paradise flowers
Description
Flowers of bird of paradise acacia.
24. Launching a canoe
Launching a canoe
Description
Three men launching a canoe in the tules while another man stands by. Herman Bohlman with camera visible to the left of the image.
25. Constructing a nature blind
Constructing a nature blind
Description
Four unidentified men constructing a nature blind out of tules. Another man is sitting off to the side next to the boat and a camera on a tripod.
26. Men in a canoe
Men in a canoe
Description
Three unidentified men paddling in a canoe through the tules.
27. Men in a canoe
Men in a canoe
Description
Three unidentified men paddling in a canoe through the tules.
28. Men in a canoe
Men in a canoe
Description
Three unidentified men paddling in a canoe through the tules.
29. Dogtooth violets
Dogtooth violets
Description
A field of dogtooth violet wildflowers in bloom near Indian Henry Ranger Station in Mount Rainier National Park.
30. Sparrow row
Sparrow row
Description
Manuscript describing various types of sparrows in general terms. Focuses on pros and cons of the birds observed in the area.
31. Photographing flickers
Photographing flickers
Description
Manuscript describing a family of flickers, naming the patriarch High-hole.
32. William Finley with a camera
William Finley with a camera
Description
William L. Finley standing beside a touring car in the tules using a camera.
33. Lamb’s tongue in bloom
Lamb’s tongue in bloom
Description
Close view of a lamb’s tongue (dogtooth violet) in bloom.
34. Photographing a flicker family
Photographing a flicker family
Description
This manuscript appears to be the first rough draft of "Photographing a flicker family", describing High-hole and his family.
35. The weaver of the west
The weaver of the west
Description
An additional draft of "The weaver of the west."
36. The weaver of the west
The weaver of the west
Description
Manuscript in which William L. Finley observes a bush-tit's nest and the family that occupies it. Provides field observations and colorful descriptions of the family of birds. Also included are Finley's handwritten notes.
37. Phoebe
Phoebe
Description
Manuscript describing observations of a family of phoebes.
38. The bird of night
The bird of night
Description
Manuscript describing owls that have nested in a local barn, including diet and pest control benefits.
39. Observation of birds at a pond near Sunnyside
Observation of birds at a pond near Sunnyside
Description
Manuscript in which the author describes his enthusiasm for bird watching and using that activity to educate oneself on aviary wildlife. The manuscript discusses a pond near Sunnyside and the birds he has observed. The author expresses concern over boys in the area disrupting the birds.
40. Ducklings
Ducklings
Description
Manuscript describing the pursuit of ducks and ducklings to observe behavior and hopefully catch a few photos of the mothers and their young.
41. Bird families
Bird families
Description
Manuscript describing bird families and different subsets in those families. Descriptions include physical traits as well as scientific names.
42. Barn owl, night watchman around the farm
Barn owl, night watchman around the farm
Description
Manuscript describing a family of barn owls.
43. California or valley quail
California or valley quail
Description
The subject of this manuscript is the Valley or California quail, which can be found in California, Oregon, and now Washington. The document lists the bird's call, how it defends itself against enemies, and its physical appearance. The document ends with a comparison of the bird to the mountain quail.
44. Bush-tit
Bush-tit
Description
A rough draft of "Bush-tit." The last page appears to belong to another manuscript.
45. California condor
California condor
Description
Manuscript describing photographing a family of condors.
46. General - The California condor
General - The California condor
Description
Manuscript describing a condor that was found and brought home to be studied. The condor was later moved to the New York Zoological Park.
47. Barn owl
Barn owl
Description
Manuscript that includes excerpts of "The bird of night".
48. Photographing a flicker family
Photographing a flicker family
Description
In this draft of "Photographing flickers", High-Hole and his family are featured. The author describes their interactions with their offspring.
49. Bush-tit
Bush-tit
Description
This manuscript accounts the likability of the bush-tit, pointing out that a scientific description of the bird does not mean that one truly has discovered all there is to know about it.
50. Sagebrush country
Sagebrush country
Description
Manuscript describing a trip. Highlights include the convenience of a machine that provides fuel, shelter, and the ability to cook. Observations of wildlife and the environment are also included.
51. Correspondence, November 1910
Correspondence, November 1910
Description
Correspondence discussing the demonstration train exhibit in California and position of Oregon State Game Warden. Additional topics include William Finley’s efforts to secure funding for the National Association of Audubon Societies and inclusion of Finley’s photographs in William Leon Dawson’s book, Birds of California.
52. Correspondence, April 1911
Correspondence, April 1911
Description
Correspondence discussing the removal of Grover N. Jameson as Deputy Game Warden for Oregon and vacant wardenships for the Cold Springs and Malheur Lake Reservations in Oregon and Clear Lake Reservation in California.
53. Correspondence, March 1911
Correspondence, March 1911
Description
Correspondence discussing William Finley’s appointment on the State Board of Fish and Game Commissioners and concerns about trappers shooting in a reserve near Burns, Oregon.
54. Follow the trails
Follow the trails
Description
An additional draft of "Follow the trails."
55. Malheur trip
Malheur trip
Description
Manuscript describing Malheur Lake. The author describes the uncomfortable conditions of this trip as well as detailing the dismal quality of the lake's water for drinking.
56. Photography blind
Photography blind
Description
A photography blind covered with sage brush on the edge of Jack Lake.
57. Motoring near Silver Lake
Motoring near Silver Lake
Description
Three men in a Model T automobile parked near Silver Lake.
58. Man on the shore of a lake
Man on the shore of a lake
Description
An unidentified man standing on the shore of a lake in the Wallowa Mountains.
59. Men on the shore of a lake
Men on the shore of a lake
Description
Two unidentified men standing on the shore of a lake in the Wallowa Mountains.
60. Loaded pack horses
Loaded pack horses
Description
Two loaded pack horses standing on the shore of a lake in the Wallowa Mountains.
61. Pack train through the Wallowas
Pack train through the Wallowas
Description
A line of packhorses and men on horseback traveling up a mountain side in the Wallowa Mountains.
62. Dallas Lore Sharp and men wading in Silver Lake
Dallas Lore Sharp and men wading in Silver Lake
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp and three unidentified Malheur Audubon wardens wading in Silver Lake.
63. Dallas Lore Sharp and men wading in Silver Lake
Dallas Lore Sharp and men wading in Silver Lake
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp and three unidentified Malheur Audubon wardens wading in Silver Lake.
64. Dallas Lore Sharp at Silver Lake
Dallas Lore Sharp at Silver Lake
Description
Distant view of Dallas Lore Sharp walking near the edge of the water at Silver Lake.
65. Dallas Lore Sharp at Silver Lake
Dallas Lore Sharp at Silver Lake
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp walking near the edge of the water at Silver Lake.
66. Unidentified bird in a man’s hand
Unidentified bird in a man’s hand
Description
An unidentified small bird perched on an unidentified man’s hand.
67. House on the Rogue River
House on the Rogue River
Description
A house in the trees on the bank of the Rogue River. A boat is docked on the shore in front of the cabin.
68. Boating on the Rogue River
Boating on the Rogue River
Description
A group photograph of seven unidentified men in a boat on the Rogue River.
69. Fishing on the Rogue River
Fishing on the Rogue River
Description
Three unidentified men wading in the Rogue River with their fishing poles.
70. Fishing on the Rogue River
Fishing on the Rogue River
Description
Three unidentified men wading in the Rogue River with their fishing poles.
71. Boating on the Rogue River
Boating on the Rogue River
Description
A group photograph of seven unidentified men in a boat on the Rogue River.
72. Motoring through Alkali Flat
Motoring through Alkali Flat
Description
Five unidentified men driving two automobiles through the sagebrush near Alkali Flats.
73. Motoring through Alkali Flat
Motoring through Alkali Flat
Description
Three men in a Model T automobile driving through the Alkali Flats.
74. Camp scene along the Rogue River
Camp scene along the Rogue River
Description
A view of the Rogue River with tents and cabins visible in the trees in the distance.
75. Wildflowers
Wildflowers
Description
Wildflowers in the Wallowa Mountains.
76. Herman Bohlman with a young bird
Herman Bohlman with a young bird
Description
Herman Bohlman kneeling with his hat in his hand. A downy bird chick is perched atop the hat.
77. Photographing at Three Arch Rocks
Photographing at Three Arch Rocks
Description
Dallas Lore Sharp and his son, Dallas Lore Sharp Jr., sitting a cliff ledge observing a man photographing boats on the water approaching Three Arch Rocks.
78. Hauling elk in crates
Hauling elk in crates
Description
A line of wagons hauling crates filled with elk embarking from Enterprise, Oregon on their way to Billy Meadows. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
79. Offloading supplies on Three Arch Rocks
Offloading supplies on Three Arch Rocks
Description
Three man offloading crates of supplies onto the rocks at Three Arch Rocks while a fourth man sits at the oars in a rowboat. A larger boat is visible in the distance.
80. Offloading supplies on Three Arch Rocks
Offloading supplies on Three Arch Rocks
Description
One man pulling a barrel up onto the rocks at Three Arch Rocks while two men approach in a rowboat. A larger boat is visible in the distance.
81. Motoring through Alkali Flat
Motoring through Alkali Flat
Description
Three men in a Model T automobile driving through the Alkali Flats.
82. Motoring through Alkali Flat
Motoring through Alkali Flat
Description
Three men in a Model T automobile driving through the Alkali Flats.
83. Men in camp
Men in camp
Description
An unidentified group of men in camp at Meacham Creek while working on a project for the Oregon Fish and Game Commission.
84. Lifting elk crates off wagons
Lifting elk crates off wagons
Description
A group of unidentified men working to lift an elk crate from the wagon base with a pulley to transfer to sled runners after snow became too deep to continue with the wagons. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
85. Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Description
Horses pulling a line of sleds loaded with elk crates through the deep snow. Men are standing on top of the crates to help balance them from tipping. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
86. Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Description
Horses pulling a line of sleds loaded with elk crates through the deep snow. Men are standing on top of the crates to help balance them from tipping. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
87. Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Description
A line of wagons hauling crates filled with elk through heavy snow on their way to Billy Meadows. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
88. Game Commission Trip to Willamette Falls
Game Commission Trip to Willamette Falls
Description
A group of unidentified men and women standing on a boat at the base of Willamette Falls during a Game Commission trip.
89. Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Description
A line of wagons hauling crates filled with elk through heavy snow on their way to Billy Meadows. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
90. Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Line of elk crate wagons in the snow
Description
A line of wagons hauling crates filled with elk through heavy snow on their way to Billy Meadows. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
91. Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Description
Horses pulling a line of sleds loaded with elk crates through the deep snow. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
92. Man fishing
Man fishing
Description
An unidentified man fishing along a river in the Wallowa Mountains.
93. Fishing on the Rogue River
Fishing on the Rogue River
Description
Three unidentified men wading in the Rogue River with their fishing poles.
94. Cabins on the Rogue River
Cabins on the Rogue River
Description
A view of cabins in the trees on the bank of the Rogue River.
95. Man fishing
Man fishing
Description
An unidentified man fishing along a river in the Wallowa Mountains.
96. Man fishing
Man fishing
Description
An unidentified man fishing along a river in the Wallowa Mountains.
97. Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Line of elk crate sleds in the snow
Description
Horses pulling a line of sleds loaded with elk crates through the deep snow. The elk were part of a transplant program to bring a herd of elk from Yellowstone Park in Wyoming to the Wallowa Mountains in Oregon.
98. Pack train through the Wallowas
Pack train through the Wallowas
Description
A line of packhorses and men on horseback traveling up a mountain side in the Wallowa Mountains. Dallas Lore Sharp on horseback at center.
99. Loading a pack mule
Loading a pack mule
Description
Two unidentified men loading a pack mule. Dallas Lore Sharp (sitting with vest and cap) and an unidentified man observing in the foreground.
100. Hunting camp on the Upper Willamette
Hunting camp on the Upper Willamette
Description
View of a hunting camp in the snow near the Upper Willamette River.
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