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cies, and of the Red Crossbill. It is a valuable volume. l. j.
A Peculiarity in the Growth of the Tail Feathers of the Giant Horn-
bill (Rhinoplax vigil). Alex. Wetmore, of the Biological Survey,
U. S. Dept. Agr. No. 2059. From the Proceedings of the U. S.
Nat. Mus. Vol. 47, pages 497-500. Published October 24, 1914.
It appears that one tail feather of the central pair of long feath-
ers is fully developed before the young bird leaves the nest, and
that in adult life the new feather of this pair grows out under the
old one, the latter not being shed until the new one has become
fully grown ; also that the two central long feathers are shed in
220 The Wilson Bulletin — No. 89
alternate years. Certainly a remarkable condition of growth and
molt. L. J.
Anatomical Notes on the Young of Phalacrocorax articeps georgia-
nus. R. W. Shufeldt, M.D. Extract from A Report on the South
Georgia Expedition. Science Bulletin of the Museum of the
Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences. Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 95-
102. November 5. 1914. Two plates.
This is a carefully prepared technical paper about a specimen
twenty-four hours old. l. j.
The Gannetry at " The Stack," Orkney Islands. J. H. Gurney,
F.Z.S. From "The Ibis" for October, 1914, pp. 631-634. One plate.
This short paper is a report of the impressions of the number of
these birds found here after three visits in May and June, 1914,
by the Duchess of Bedford. The Duchess concluded that the esti-
mate of 8000 was too high, and that 5000 was nearer the fact.
L. J.
Are Gannets Destructive Birds? J. H. Gurney, F.Z.S. Reprinted
from the Irish Naturalist, October, 1914, pp. 212-213.
The c-onclusion here reached is that while these birds do eat
great quantities of herring and other fish they only serve to main-
tain the necessary balance, and therefore should not be consid-
ered a menace economically. l. j.
Geological Survey Work on Point Pelee, Ont. P. A. Taverner. Re-
• printed from The Ottawa Naturalist, Vol. XXVIII, November,
1914, pp. 97-105.
This is a brief report of work done here by the author and oth-
ers, beginning on May 15, 1914, with references to work done here
previously. It is encouraging to note that the Cardinals and Mock-
ingbirds are holding their own here, if not increasing, but discour-
aging to find that the Carolina Wrens w^ere all but exterminated.
Indications point to their increase again, however. It is also in-
teresting to note the reappearance of the Dickcissel and the taking
of a specimen of Cory's Bittern {Ixohrychus neoxenus). To the
record of the taking of the Prothonotary Warbler {Protonotaria cit-
rea) noted on page 100, should be added the writer's record for
August 22, 1911, on Pelee Island. The paper contains records of
certain trees and other plants, and other animals than birds.
L. J.
ATTENTION!
Museums, Educatiooal InstitutioQS °od Collectors
I am prepared to mount or furnish mounted specimens of mam-
mals, birds, reptiles and fish and to prepare or supply scientific skins
and oological specimens.
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ability and accurateness of workmanship and the perfect condition of
material furnished.
Descriptive matter relative to our methods, also references per-
taining to our responsibility, will be furnished upon application.
K^arl W. Kahmann
Work Rooms and Siiidio
2457 Lincoln Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL.
Glinnpses of Wild Life
If you are in need of illustrations involving bird life or any of
the vertebrates let me know your plans.
I have many unpublished sketches, drawings and paintings truly
depicting the creatures of the air, land and water.
Poses and attitudes are characteristic of the species and should
enhance the value of your articles.
KARL PLATH
cAriisi
3307 W. Congress St., Chicago, 111.
SUBSCRIBERS TO
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FOR 1915
Will receive the December, 191-4, issue free of charge. This
number will contain Robert Ridgway's article on the changes
in the bird-life of southern Illinois during tbe past half-cen-
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Vol. XXVI MARCH, 1914 No. 1
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 86
CHICAGO, ILL.
L
WILSON ORNITBOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
PAGE
An Intimate Acquaintance with Woodcocks Gerard Alan Abbott 1
A Time with the Owls Dr. E, W. Shufeldt 6
PlED-BIliLED Geebe Notes Ira N. Gabrielson 13
The Boll op the Log-cock or Pileated Woodpecker Ernest W. Viekers 15
Winter Conditions in Northern Ohio, Winter of 1913-14 Lynds Jones 18
The Effect on the Birds in the Opening of the Park and the Building
op the Eeservoies in the Vicinity of Youngstown, Ohio
Geo. L. Fordyce 20
A Brief History op the Wilson Ornithological Club Lynds Jones 23
Die Vogel Handbuch dee Systematischen Ornithologie. von Dr. Anton
Reichenow. a Critique Eev. W. F. Henninger 27
Bird Surgery Harold H. Bailey 36
Editorial Page 38
Minutes op the First Meeting of the Wilson Ornithological Club 41
Field Notes: Unusual Central Ohio Occixrences; Queer Practices op
Wood Thrushes; Sandpiper Notes j the Guide to Nature 44
Publications Eeviewed 47
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should be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of
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Vol. XXVI JUNE, 1914 No. 2
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 87
CHICAGO, ILL.
WILSON ORNITUOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
PAGE
Fkontispiece
Ten Days' Bird Study in a Nebraska Swamp, Ira N. Gabrielson 51
Breeding Birds of a Clay County, Iowa, Farm, Ira N. Gabrielson 69
Notes on the Spotted Sandpiper, Arthur F. Smith 81
The Resident Bird Life op the Big Cypress Swamp Region, F. M. Phelps 86
Editorial 102
Field Notes: A Two-Story Yellow Warbler's Nest; Particular Weens;
CowBiRDS Monopolizing a Red-Eyed Vireo's Nest; The Red Phalaropb
in Iowa; Fall Records of the Golden Plover; Some Winter Records
from Marshalltown, Iowa; Nesting op the Blue- Winged Warbler
IN Northern Illinois ; The Fox Sparrow in Central Illinois ; Notes
from Huron, Ohio; Two New Birds for Oberlin, Ohio; A Cannibal
Gracele.
THB WIUSOIN BUUUBTIIV
is published on the fifteenth of March, June, September and December,
by the Wilson Ornithological Club at Chicago, HI., edited by Lynda
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Subscription: One DoUar a year, including postage, strictly in ad-
vance. Single numbers, 30 cents, unless they are "Special" num-
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** Special" numbers, is sent to all paid up members, either Active or
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of the annual dues paid by members is for the Bulletin.
Subscriptions may be addressed to P. B. Coffin, 3232 Groveland
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Advertisements should be addressed to The Wilson Bulletin,
1100 Great Northern Bldg., Chicago, HI. Terms will be made known
upon application.
All articles and communications intended for publication, and all
publications and books for review, should be addressed to Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Articles of general interest relating to bird life are solicited. They
should be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of
the month preceding publication.
Authors of articles, other than ** Field Notes," or short items of a
general nature, will receive 25 bound reprints free of charge. Addi-
tional bound reprints of articles comprising 16 pages or less may be
had at the following rates : 25 additional copies, $1.00 ; 50 additional
copies, $1.50; 75 additional copies, $2.00.
Entered as Second Class Matter, May 21, 1914, at the Postofflce at Chlcaeo, III., under th*
Act of March 3, 1879.
BIRD -LORE
No. 1 of Vol. XVI, issued February 1,
1914, is the Christmas Bird Census Number,
containing reports from over 200 observers
who contributed to this annual event.
Announcement is made of a plan for the
cooperative study of bird migration.
The birds figured in color are the Red-
poll, Hoary Redpoll, Purple Finch, and
Wood Thrush.
The first Volume of Bird-Lore contained
2 1 4 pages, the latest 506 pages. The Mag-
azine has grown but the price remains the
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BIRD -LORE-
No. 1 of Vol. XVI, issued February 1,
1914, is the Christmas Bird Census Number,
containing reports from over 200 observers
who contributed to this annual event.
Announcement is made of a plan for the
cooperative study of bird migration.
The birds figured in color are the Red-
poll, Hoary Redpoll, Purple Finch, and
Wood Thrush.
The first Volume of Bird-Lore contained
2 1 4 pages, the latest 506 pages. The Mag-
azine has grow^n but the price remains the
same.
$1.00 per annum.
D. APPLETON & CO.
29 West 32d St., New York City.
WILSON CLUB PUBLICATIONS
Consist of two Series: Old and New
The Old Series comprise the following issues :
Ornithologists' and Oologists' Semi-Annual, Vols. I and
II, two numbers each, Vol, III, one number. (Only
No. I of Vol. Ill is obtainable.) 50 cents.
Wilson Quarterly, Vol. IV, two numbers. Both out of
print.
The Journal, two numbers. 10 cents a number.
The New Series comprise the
Wilson Bulletin, from i to 86 inclusive. (Nos. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,
24, 28, are out of print.)
Of the Wilson Bulletins, No. 15 is a study of "The Oberlin
Grackle Roost," 18 pages, by Lynds Jones. Price 15 cents.
No. 30, "Warbler Songs," 56 pages, by Lynds Jones; in
which all North American Warblers are discussed, the songs
of nearly all described, and a field key to the adult males
given. Price $1.00. No. 31, "A Monograph of the Flicker,"
82 pages, by Frank L. Burns. Price 50 cents. No. 33, "A
Summer Reconnoissance in the West," by Lynds Jones and
W. L. Dawson, being a study of the birds in fourteen states
during a journey of 7000 miles. Price 20 cents. No. 37, "A
Sectional Bird Census," by Frank L. Burns. Price 50 cents.
Nos. 76-77, "A Monograph of the Broad-winged Hawk," 176
pages, by Frank L. Burns. Price $1.00.
The other numbers consist of "General Notes." Price 15
cents and 30 cents each. The whole available New Series for
$16.00.
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Vol. XXVI SEPTEMBER, 1914 No. 3
THE
WUson BoUetin
No. 88
CHICAGO, ILL.
WILSON ORNITHOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
^ PAGE
Frontispiece
The Prothonotary Warbler at Lake Okoboji, Iowa, T. C. Stephens 109
Habits of the Old-Squaw (Harelda Hyemalis) in Jackson Park, Chi-
cago, Edwin D. Hull 116
The Kentucky Warbler in Columbiana County, H. W. Weisgerber 123
Spring Migration (1914) at Houston, Texas, George Finlay Simmons 128
The Pine Siskin Breeding in Iowa, W. J. Hayward and T. C. Stephens. . . 140
Editorial 147
Field Notes: An Experience with a Florida Gallinule; Miniature
Earthquake; Bay Point, Ohio, Migration Notes, 1914; Golden-
Winged Warbler in Central Iowa ; A Wren Incident 149
Eeviews 153
Correspondence 157
THB WIUSOIS BUUUETIIN
is published on the fifteenth of March, June, September and December,
by the Wilson Ornithological Club at Chicago, 111., edited by Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Subscription: One Dollar a year, including postage, strictly in ad-
vance. Single numbers, 30 cents, unless they are "Special" num-
bers, when a special price is fixed. The Bulletin, including all
"Special" numbers, is sent to all paid up members, either Active or
Associate, after their election, it being understood that fifty cents out
of the annual dues paid by members is for the Bulletin.
Subscriptions may be addressed to P. B. Coffin, 3232 Groveland
Ave., Chicago, 111.
Advertisements should be addressed to The Wilson Bulletin,
1100 Great Northern Bldg., Chicago, 111. Terms will be made known
upon application.
All articles and communications intended for publication, and all
publications and books for review, should be addressed to Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Articles of general interest relating to bird life are solicited. They
should be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of
the month preceding publication.
Authors of articles, other than "Field Notes," or short items of a
general nature, will receive 25 bound reprints free of charge. Addi-
tional bound reprints of articles comprising 16 pages or less may be
had at the following rates : 25 additional copies, $1.50 ; 50 additional
copies, $2.00 ; 75 additional copies, $2.50.
Entered as Second Class Matter, May 21, 1914, at the Postofflce at Chicago, 111., under the
Act of March 3, 18T9.
Vol. XXVI. DECEMBER, 1914, No. 4
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 89
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
WILSON ORNITHOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
Frontispiece
Notes on a Northern Robin Roost . . Arthur R. Abel 165
The Birds of the Douglas Lake Region . James S. Compton 173
A Hermit Thrush Study . . Cordelia J. Stanwood 180
Nest Life of the Black-Throated Green Warbler
Cordelia J. Stanwood 186
Food of Nestling Birds .... Alvin R. Cahn 189
Flight of Shore-Birds Near Youngstown . John P. Young 193
Corrections to A. O. LT. Check-List . W. F. Henninger 195
Migration at Oberlin, Ohio .... Lynds Jones 198
Discouraging the English Sparrow . Thomas H. Whitney 20G
Editorials " 211
Field Notes 312
Correspondence ......... 318
Publications Reviewed ........ 319
XHE \A/IL.©ON BULLEXIN
if, iniblishetl on the fitteenth of March, June, September, and December, by
tlie Wilson Ornithological Club at Chicago, 111., eclitecl by Lynds Jones,
Oberlin, Ohio.
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Single numbers, ;-0 cents, unles^s they are "Special" numbers, when a special
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Bulletin.
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Chicago, 111.
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quette Bldg., Chicago. 111. Terms will made known upon application.
All articles and communications intended for pi»blication, and all publica-
tions and books for review, should be addressed to Lynds Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Articles of general interest relating to bird life are solicited. They should
be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of the month pre-
ceding publication.
Authors of articles, other than *' Field Notes." or short items of a gen-
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P^ntered a
A Peculiarity in the Growth of the Tail Feathers of the Giant Horn-
bill (Rhinoplax vigil). Alex. Wetmore, of the Biological Survey,
U. S. Dept. Agr. No. 2059. From the Proceedings of the U. S.
Nat. Mus. Vol. 47, pages 497-500. Published October 24, 1914.
It appears that one tail feather of the central pair of long feath-
ers is fully developed before the young bird leaves the nest, and
that in adult life the new feather of this pair grows out under the
old one, the latter not being shed until the new one has become
fully grown ; also that the two central long feathers are shed in
220 The Wilson Bulletin — No. 89
alternate years. Certainly a remarkable condition of growth and
molt. L. J.
Anatomical Notes on the Young of Phalacrocorax articeps georgia-
nus. R. W. Shufeldt, M.D. Extract from A Report on the South
Brooklyn Institute of Arts and Sciences. Vol. 2, No. 4, pp. 95-
102. November 5. 1914. Two plates.
This is a carefully prepared technical paper about a specimen
twenty-four hours old. l. j.
The Gannetry at " The Stack," Orkney Islands. J. H. Gurney,
F.Z.S. From "The Ibis" for October, 1914, pp. 631-634. One plate.
This short paper is a report of the impressions of the number of
these birds found here after three visits in May and June, 1914,
by the Duchess of Bedford. The Duchess concluded that the esti-
mate of 8000 was too high, and that 5000 was nearer the fact.
L. J.
Are Gannets Destructive Birds? J. H. Gurney, F.Z.S. Reprinted
from the Irish Naturalist, October, 1914, pp. 212-213.
The c-onclusion here reached is that while these birds do eat
great quantities of herring and other fish they only serve to main-
tain the necessary balance, and therefore should not be consid-
ered a menace economically. l. j.
Geological Survey Work on Point Pelee, Ont. P. A. Taverner. Re-
• printed from The Ottawa Naturalist, Vol. XXVIII, November,
1914, pp. 97-105.
This is a brief report of work done here by the author and oth-
ers, beginning on May 15, 1914, with references to work done here
previously. It is encouraging to note that the Cardinals and Mock-
ingbirds are holding their own here, if not increasing, but discour-
aging to find that the Carolina Wrens w^ere all but exterminated.
Indications point to their increase again, however. It is also in-
teresting to note the reappearance of the Dickcissel and the taking
of a specimen of Cory's Bittern {Ixohrychus neoxenus). To the
record of the taking of the Prothonotary Warbler {Protonotaria cit-
rea) noted on page 100, should be added the writer's record for
August 22, 1911, on Pelee Island. The paper contains records of
certain trees and other plants, and other animals than birds.
L. J.
ATTENTION!
Museums, Educatiooal InstitutioQS °od Collectors
I am prepared to mount or furnish mounted specimens of mam-
mals, birds, reptiles and fish and to prepare or supply scientific skins
and oological specimens.
Our life groups of the above are sought by those who recognize
ability and accurateness of workmanship and the perfect condition of
material furnished.
Descriptive matter relative to our methods, also references per-
taining to our responsibility, will be furnished upon application.
K^arl W. Kahmann
Work Rooms and Siiidio
2457 Lincoln Avenue, CHICAGO, ILL.
Glinnpses of Wild Life
If you are in need of illustrations involving bird life or any of
the vertebrates let me know your plans.
I have many unpublished sketches, drawings and paintings truly
depicting the creatures of the air, land and water.
Poses and attitudes are characteristic of the species and should
enhance the value of your articles.
KARL PLATH
cAriisi
3307 W. Congress St., Chicago, 111.
SUBSCRIBERS TO
BIRD-LORE
FOR 1915
Will receive the December, 191-4, issue free of charge. This
number will contain Robert Ridgway's article on the changes
in the bird-life of southern Illinois during tbe past half-cen-
tury. Louis A. Fuertes' " Impressions of the Voices of Trop-
ical Birds" (fully illustrated), Arthur A. Allen's studies of
Evening Grosbeaks, and numerous other contributions. In
all, over one hundred pages of text, two colored plates, and
many other illustrations. Annual Subscription $1.00.
D. Appleton Sc Co.
29 ^A^est 32d Street
New York City
Vol. XXVI MARCH, 1914 No. 1
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 86
CHICAGO, ILL.
L
WILSON ORNITBOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
PAGE
An Intimate Acquaintance with Woodcocks Gerard Alan Abbott 1
A Time with the Owls Dr. E, W. Shufeldt 6
PlED-BIliLED Geebe Notes Ira N. Gabrielson 13
The Boll op the Log-cock or Pileated Woodpecker Ernest W. Viekers 15
Winter Conditions in Northern Ohio, Winter of 1913-14 Lynds Jones 18
The Effect on the Birds in the Opening of the Park and the Building
op the Eeservoies in the Vicinity of Youngstown, Ohio
Geo. L. Fordyce 20
A Brief History op the Wilson Ornithological Club Lynds Jones 23
Die Vogel Handbuch dee Systematischen Ornithologie. von Dr. Anton
Reichenow. a Critique Eev. W. F. Henninger 27
Bird Surgery Harold H. Bailey 36
Editorial Page 38
Minutes op the First Meeting of the Wilson Ornithological Club 41
Field Notes: Unusual Central Ohio Occixrences; Queer Practices op
Wood Thrushes; Sandpiper Notes j the Guide to Nature 44
Publications Eeviewed 47
THB WIUSOIN BUUUETIIN
is published on the fifteenth of March, June, September and December,
by the Wilson Ornithological Club at Chicago, 111., edited by Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Subscription: One DoUar a year, including postage, strictly in ad-
vance. Single numbers, 30 cents, unless they are "Special" num-
bers, when a special price is fixed. The Bulletin, including all
"Special" numbers, is sent to aU paid up members, either Active or
Associate, after their election, it being understood that fifty cents out
of the annual dues paid by members is for the Bulletin.
Subscriptions may be addressed to P. B. CoflSn, 3232 Groveland
Ave., Chicago, 111.
Advertisements should be addressed to The Wilson Bulletin.
1100 Great Northern Bldg., Chicago, HI. Terms will be made known
upon application.
All articles and communications intended for publication, and all
publications and books for review, should be addressed to Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Articles of general interest relating to bird life are solicited. They
should be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of
the month preceding publication.
Entry as second-class mall matter at the Postofflce at Chicago, 111., applied (or.
Vol. XXVI JUNE, 1914 No. 2
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 87
CHICAGO, ILL.
WILSON ORNITUOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
PAGE
Fkontispiece
Ten Days' Bird Study in a Nebraska Swamp, Ira N. Gabrielson 51
Breeding Birds of a Clay County, Iowa, Farm, Ira N. Gabrielson 69
Notes on the Spotted Sandpiper, Arthur F. Smith 81
The Resident Bird Life op the Big Cypress Swamp Region, F. M. Phelps 86
Editorial 102
Field Notes: A Two-Story Yellow Warbler's Nest; Particular Weens;
CowBiRDS Monopolizing a Red-Eyed Vireo's Nest; The Red Phalaropb
in Iowa; Fall Records of the Golden Plover; Some Winter Records
from Marshalltown, Iowa; Nesting op the Blue- Winged Warbler
IN Northern Illinois ; The Fox Sparrow in Central Illinois ; Notes
from Huron, Ohio; Two New Birds for Oberlin, Ohio; A Cannibal
Gracele.
THB WIUSOIN BUUUBTIIV
is published on the fifteenth of March, June, September and December,
by the Wilson Ornithological Club at Chicago, HI., edited by Lynda
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Subscription: One DoUar a year, including postage, strictly in ad-
vance. Single numbers, 30 cents, unless they are "Special" num-
bers, when a special price is fixed. The Bulletin, including all
** Special" numbers, is sent to all paid up members, either Active or
Associate, after their election, it being understood that fifty cents out
of the annual dues paid by members is for the Bulletin.
Subscriptions may be addressed to P. B. Coffin, 3232 Groveland
Ave., Chicago, HI.
Advertisements should be addressed to The Wilson Bulletin,
1100 Great Northern Bldg., Chicago, HI. Terms will be made known
upon application.
All articles and communications intended for publication, and all
publications and books for review, should be addressed to Lynds
Jones, Oberlin, Ohio.
Articles of general interest relating to bird life are solicited. They
should be in the hands of the editor not later than the fifteenth of
the month preceding publication.
Authors of articles, other than ** Field Notes," or short items of a
general nature, will receive 25 bound reprints free of charge. Addi-
tional bound reprints of articles comprising 16 pages or less may be
had at the following rates : 25 additional copies, $1.00 ; 50 additional
copies, $1.50; 75 additional copies, $2.00.
Entered as Second Class Matter, May 21, 1914, at the Postofflce at Chlcaeo, III., under th*
Act of March 3, 1879.
BIRD -LORE
No. 1 of Vol. XVI, issued February 1,
1914, is the Christmas Bird Census Number,
containing reports from over 200 observers
who contributed to this annual event.
Announcement is made of a plan for the
cooperative study of bird migration.
The birds figured in color are the Red-
poll, Hoary Redpoll, Purple Finch, and
Wood Thrush.
The first Volume of Bird-Lore contained
2 1 4 pages, the latest 506 pages. The Mag-
azine has grown but the price remains the
same.
$1,00 per annum.
D. APPLETON & CO.
29 West 32d St., New York City.
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Of the Wilson Bulletins, No. 15 is a study of "The Oberlin
Grackle Roost," 18 pages, by Lynds Jones. Price 15 cents.
No. 30, "Warbler Songs," 56 pages, by Lynds Jones; in
which all North American Warblers are discussed, the songs
of nearly all described, and a field key to the adult males
given. Price $1.00. No. 31, "A Monograph of the Flicker,"
82 pages, by Frank L. Burns. Price 50 cents. No. 33, "A
Summer Reconnoissance in the West," by Lynds Jones and
W. L. Dawson, being a study of the birds in fourteen states
during a journey of 7000 miles. Price 20 cents. No. 37, "A
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Vol. XXVI SEPTEMBER, 1914 No. 3
THE
WUson BoUetin
No. 88
CHICAGO, ILL.
WILSON ORNITHOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
^ PAGE
Frontispiece
The Prothonotary Warbler at Lake Okoboji, Iowa, T. C. Stephens 109
Habits of the Old-Squaw (Harelda Hyemalis) in Jackson Park, Chi-
cago, Edwin D. Hull 116
The Kentucky Warbler in Columbiana County, H. W. Weisgerber 123
Spring Migration (1914) at Houston, Texas, George Finlay Simmons 128
The Pine Siskin Breeding in Iowa, W. J. Hayward and T. C. Stephens. . . 140
Editorial 147
Field Notes: An Experience with a Florida Gallinule; Miniature
Earthquake; Bay Point, Ohio, Migration Notes, 1914; Golden-
Winged Warbler in Central Iowa ; A Wren Incident 149
Eeviews 153
Correspondence 157
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Vol. XXVI. DECEMBER, 1914, No. 4
THE
Wilson Bulletin
No. 89
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
WILSON ORNITHOLOGICAL CLUB
CONTENTS
Frontispiece
Notes on a Northern Robin Roost . . Arthur R. Abel 165
The Birds of the Douglas Lake Region . James S. Compton 173
A Hermit Thrush Study . . Cordelia J. Stanwood 180
Nest Life of the Black-Throated Green Warbler
Cordelia J. Stanwood 186
Food of Nestling Birds .... Alvin R. Cahn 189
Flight of Shore-Birds Near Youngstown . John P. Young 193
Corrections to A. O. LT. Check-List . W. F. Henninger 195
Migration at Oberlin, Ohio .... Lynds Jones 198
Discouraging the English Sparrow . Thomas H. Whitney 20G
Editorials " 211
Field Notes 312
Correspondence ......... 318
Publications Reviewed ........ 319
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