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It sat in a large elm about thirty feet up. It turned its head around and gave a few harsh rasping notes. This is the only note these Park Owls seem to have and is one of defiance I think. It was accompanied generally with a loud snap of the bill. After giving this note it stretched one wing out and closing its foot put it under it and held it there for about half a minute. Then it did the same with the other side and the sat still awhile. Next it fluffed out its feathers and seemed to be fully awake. It notes were given with more emphasis now.

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November 2, Saturday.

This afternoon I was down by the depot. Twelve Canada Geese flew over. They were low down and were going at a moderately fast pace. They were looking for a place to light but passed to the south of the millpond. They were going a little southeast and were in the wedge-formation. They were silent. It was warm and pleasant but I think from seeing them that it will change.

It snowed that night.

November 3, Sunday.

This afternoon by Douglas'