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THIRD REPORT OF The Cornwall Bird Watching and Preservation Society. 1933. Edited by B. H. RYVES and G. H. HARVEY. The Annual Meeting was held at Truro on 20th February, the President taking the chair. The President and Officers were re-elected, and Miss D. M. B. Lethbridge and Mr. G. Penrose were elected to the Executive Committee vice Messrs. Meares and Polwhele, who retired pursuant to Rule 6. The President, in moving the adoption of the Annual Report of 1932 and the Treasurer's Account, remarked on the satisfactory increase both in membership and funds. The matter of affixing Warning Notices of the County Bird Order, 1932, came under reconsideration. It was decided to have posters printed instead of the costly painted boards and that, in addition, two blank boards be purchased and placed on the Camel estuary to act as " holders " of posters. The Secretaries were authorised to carry the proposals into execution. It was unanimously agreed that Lord Buckmaster's Bill for the further protection of wild birds captured in a state of nature should receive the Society's fullest support. A resolution to this effect was read and approved, and it was decided that a copy thereof be sent to the Cornish Peers, the five Cornish M.P.s, Mr. Charles Williams, M.P., the Bishop of Truro and the President of the Cornwall Federation of Women's Institutes. It was decided to convey to Mrs. Tregarthen an expression of the Society's sympathy in her recent bereavement, the death of her husband, Mr. J. C. Tregarthen. 2 A vote of thanks to the Royal Institution of Cornwall and to Mr. G. Penrose for their courtesy in placing a room in the Museum at the Society's disposal for all its meetings was warmly accorded. Mr. A. C. Polwhele kindly consented to act as Auditor of the Accounts for 1932. It was decided that the " Watchers' Fund" be renamed the " Protection Fund " and become the financial basis of all the Society's Bird protection work. The kind offer of the Western Morning News of a Bird Competition for 1933 was discussed. It was resolved that, owing to the lateness of the season and other difficulties, the ^ Society was compelled to decline it. Mr. Machell Cox then dealt at length with a scheme he had in mind in connection with the arrivals of summer migrants. It was hoped that the Western Morning News would agree to the idea and that the scheme might be set in motion for 1934. ***** * The Second General Meeting was held at Truro on 21st November. It was reported that 100 Bird Protection posters had been printed and that about 60 had been forwarded to members at important centres, who, it was hoped, had duly fixed them to recognised hoardings in their neighbourhood. The President alluded to the recent passing into law of Lord Buckmaster's Bill which would come into force in May, 1934. It was agreed that the Society should draw the attention of all Cornish Caged Bird Shows to the new Act. Mr. Nicholson spoke about the prevalence of catapults, air-guns and pistols, the use of which by Truro boys had resulted in indiscriminate and wanton destruction of wild birds. The matter had been brought to the notice of the local Police, the Town Clerk and Educational authorities. The ventilation of the matter and the publicity given in the Press will, it is to be hoped, have a salutory effect. The President announced the very generous offer of the Proprietors of The Western Morning News to present to the Society, free of all legal costs, the green topped rock known as Trethias Island situated in Treyarnon Bay. The island is a very favourite haunt and resting place of various Waders 3 and is in danger of being lost to the birds by being bridged with the main-land and built on. The only condition the generous donors make is that the rock remain a sanctuary for all time and that, in the event of the Society's determination at any time, it shall pass to the National Trust. The gift was most gratefully accepted. Lady Vivian, Major John Williams and the Honorary Secretaries were appointed the Trustees of the valuable property. Mr. E. W. Hendy lucidly explained the Migration Scheme originated by Mr. Machell Cox. He had kindly offered to run the scheme, in 1934, on behalf of the Editor-in-chief of the Western Morning News, Mr. J. L. Palmer. The details had been discussed and agreed to by a small Committee of members of both the Devon and Cornwall Bird Societies which had met in Plymouth, at the invitation of Mr. Palmer. Six birds—Wheatear, Chiffchaff, Swallow, Spotted Fly catcher, Cuckoo and Whitethroat—had been selected for observation as regards first arrivals, subsequent " rushes " and nesting. Those willing to act as observers, both in Devon and Cornwall, would be asked to submit weekly records to Mr. Hendy. The Western Morning News would publish regularly a map showing the movements of the six chosen birds. The scheme is undoubtedly a good one for, by its means, it would be possible to obtain valuable information on Bird Migration. Final arrangements should be completed at the Society's Annual Meeting early in 1934. Mr. Harvey gave notice of motion for an alteration in Rule 5, which will be discussed at the next meeting. Dr. R. H. Blair closed the meeting by exhibiting and explaining a series of his own " cine-snaps " of Cornish and other birds. The pictures were excellent and the entertainment was greatly appreciated by the 45 members present. ****** Th Executive Committee met three times during the year, namely, on 20th February, 4th October and 21st November. ****** MEMBERSHIP. We regret to announce the death, during the year, of Mrs. Paynter, Boskenna, St. Buryan, 4 We have to record the following resignations: — Mr. R. S. Dixon, Truro. Mr. H. A. E. Lucas, Falmouth. Members. Capt. G. G. Petherick, Porthpean. Mr. and Mrs. Hawke, Mawgan-in-Pydar, Associates. List of Members at the end of 1933. Adams, S. H. A., Trenance, Mawgan Porth. Agnew, Comdr., M.P., Trevanion, Camborne. Anderson, B. W., Thatched Cottage, Whyteleafe, Farleigh, Surrey. Anderson, Mrs. I. M., Thatched Cotage, Whyteleafe, Farleigh, Surrey. Banfield, R., The Hillyers, Bodmin. Barker, Miss W. M., Tregye Cottage, Devoran, Truro. Benaton, Rev. H. A., St. Gwinear Vicarage, Hayle. Bennett, Miss Lorna, Byways, Trenio, Padstow. Benson, Mrs. S. R., Bishop' Hill, Polzeath, Wadebridge. Benson, Miss M. M., Bishop's Hill, Polzeath, Wadebridge. Benson, Miss S. V., Bishop's Hill, Polzeath, Wadebridge. Bewes, Mrs. N., Trelill, Marlborough Road, Falmouth. Bickford-Smith, Mrs. G., Trevarno, Near Helston. Bickford-Smith, J. C, Trevarno, Near Helston. Bickford-Smith, W. N., Trevarno, Near Helston. Blair, Dr. R. H., Roslyn, Basset Road, Camborne. Bolitho, Mrs. F., Trewidden, Buryas Bridge. Bolitho, Lt.-Col. E. H. W., Trengwainton, Madron. Bridger, J. A. D., J.P., 7, Alverton Terrace, Penzance. Bullmore, T. K., Trebarne, Mawnan, Falmouth. Bury, Miss V. M., Colletts, Westerham, Kent. Butler, Miss F. S., Loe Vean, Feock, Truro. Campbell, Mrs. H. M. E., Little Porthilly, Rock, Wadebridge. Clarke, A. C, Ponsanooth, Perranwell Station. Clowes, Miss, Byways, Trenio, Padstow. Coldrey, A. A., Trenowan, Camborne. Cooper, Miss B. B., Heyle, Helford Passage, Falmouth. Cox, A. H. Machell, Knightstone, Yelverton, Devon. Croker Fox, H. E., Tregenver, Falmouth. Crossman, A. L., Lezerea, Ruan Minor, Grade. Crossman, Mrs. S., Lezerea, Ruan Minor, Grade. Cunningham, Miss D. W., St. Anthony, Praa Sands, Marazion. Dorrien-Smith, Major A. A., D.S.O., J.P., Tresco Abbey, Isles of Scilly. 5 Dwight, Miss E., Boslowick, Falmouth. Evans, Miss A., Boulder Cottage, Trevone, Padstow. Evans, Miss B. Walton, John's Corner, Goldsithney, Marazion. Foreman, Miss M., County School, Truro. Foster, Miss M. P., Penmilder, Liskeard. Foster, Mrs., Lawn Cliff, Flushing, Falmouth. Fox, Leonard, Carharthen, Tresillian, Truro. Fox, Miss M. V., Glendurgan, Falmouth. Gill, Mrs. M. E., Riverside, Lelant. Green, Dr. A. B., Acton Castle, Perranuthnoe, Marazion. Gunning, Mrs. S. L., The Rectory, Mawgan, St. Columb Minor. Hartley, P. H. Trahair, Bosavern, Christchurch Park, Sutton, Surrey. Harvey, Miss E. I., Rose Hill, Padstow. Harvey, G. H., Peatswood, Lidden Estate, Penzance. Joint Hon. Secretary. Harvey, Mrs. D. C, Peatswood, Lidden Estate, Penzance. Hawkey, W. J. M., 32, Cliff Road, Newquay. Henderson-Bull, Mrs. M. B., Marlborough, Falmouth. Hendy, E. W., Holt Anstiss, Porlock, Somerset. Hepburn, Mrs. B., Rock, Wadebridge. Hepburn, Ian, Laxton House, Oundle, Northamptonshire. Hext, Brig.-Gen. L. J., C.M.G., Trewornan, Wadebridge. Hicks, Mrs. F. R., Lanhainsworth, St. Columb. Hicks. J., Lieut. R.N., Lanhainsworth, St. Columb. Hosking, J. F., Villa-Ana, Perranporth. Hurrell, H. G., Peverell Park Villa, Plymouth. Jackson, Mrs. E., Penquite, Lelant. Jarvis, W. H., 1, Marcus Hill, Newquay. Johnstone, G., 26, Warham Road, South Croydon, Surrey. Lawson, H. B., The Links, Worplesdon Hill, Woking, Surrey. Lethbridge, Miss D. M. B., Tregeare, Near Launceston. Lewis, Miss C, Solva, Mawgan Porth, St. Columb Minor. Light, Miss K. E., Diocesan Training College, Truro. Luard, Major W., 14, Woodlane Terrace, Falmouth. Macmillan, J., Melrose, J.P., Trehane Cottage, Polzeath, Wadebridge. Magor, E. J. P., Lamellen, St. Tudy. McCorkindale, Miss E., Torquil, Trebetherick, Wadebridge. Meares, R. H., 2, Western Terrace, Falmouth. Meares, Mrs. M. J., 2, Western Terrace, Falmouth. Moor, Miss M. R., St. Clement, Truro. Moyse, Mrs. O. R., Condurrow, St. Clement, Truro. 6 Nalder, G. F., 7, Pydar Street, Truro. Nicholson, C., Nansgwithick, Tresillian, Truro. Hon. Treasurer. Nicholson, Mrs. Nansgwithick, Tresillian, Truro. Olver, Miss V., 1, West Park, Saltash. Oxley, Mrs. C. A., Midland Bank House, Newquay. Pagan, Miss E. L., 1, Alexandra Terrace, Penzance.