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St. Nicholas [serial] (1873)

Dodge, Mary Mapes, 1830-1905 · [New York : Scribner & Co.] · leaf 490

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picture for himselfat will, and in a way depict for others the strik-ing action displayed therein. In the pursuit of game, and especially ofwater-fowl, it is absolutely necessary to refrainfrom any sudden motion while the birds areapproaching. Trusting to their keen sight, thewary fowl are… … ON SILENT WING THE GREAT BIRD QUARTERS THE MARSH. The birds rarely forget their caution; and theyare always extremely careful when swinging todecoys. Their sharp eyes are taking in every-thing as they approach, and the least departurefrom the ordinary is sure to attract attentionand excite…

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