Papers of William Davis, 1969-1984.

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Papers of William Davis, 1969-1984.

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Series I, Journals (1975-1994), contains the accumulated personal notes, correspondence, photographs and newspaper and magazine clippings from 1975-1994. Included are annual rainfall charts, bird lists, travel information, and general impressions and ideas developed in the course of these two decades. Series II, Birding (1971-1994), contains bird lists and general notes, clippings and references that reflect his personal interests. Series III, Research (1971-1994), contains notes, clippings and photographs of birds of the United States. The series includes information about the behavior and habitat of both Passeriformes and Non-Passeriformes. Series IV, Publications (1969-1994), contains extensive notes and records on Arizona birds. Much of this information is derived from personal research was shared with the Tucson Audubon Society. Field notes, published in the society's newsletter, The Vermillion Flycatcher is one source cited. Birds in Western Colorado by Dr. Davis, published in 1969 is included, as is the first (1979), second (1984) and third (1990) editions of Birds of Southeastern Arizona, coauthored by Stephen M. Russell. Series V, Tucson Audubon Society, contains the agendas, committee reports, and minutes of the Board of Directors meetings of the society (1983-1985).

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Tucson Audubon Society

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In January 1949, Tucson Audubon Society was organized to promote the appreciation and preservation of wildlife. The Tucson Chapter, incorporated in 1964, is dedicated to improving the quality of the environment by providing education, conservation, and recreation programs. Field trips, ecology camps, workshops and conservation activities increase knowledge, and awareness of our environment. Education and advocacy of conservation issues in Arizona, and Sonora, Mexico, are their highest priority. ...

Davis, William, Commissioner for repairing Rye harbour

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Epithet: Commissioner for repairing Rye harbour British Library Archives and Manuscripts Catalogue : Person : Description : ark:/81055/vdc_100000000213.0x0002a1 Dr. William A. Davis (1908 - 1999) was an accomplished physician and avid birdwatcher. During World War II, he was awarded the Order of the British Empire for his service and was one of the first outside doctors to witness the conditions in the German consentration camps. After the war, he worked in the Veterans Admi...