Wednesday May 25. Was out early and took a few broods but the Day was cool and windy and unfavorable. Was kept busy all the P.M. on my specimens Thursday May 26. Put on the day on broods with without much success as the dull cold Continues. The Wrigley arrived about the middle of the afternoon from Willam River. Also, Capt. Mills brought over a hundred bird skins and took many notes on migration which they will place at my disposal. I did some packing of specimens. Friday May 27. Another poor day for birds. Secured a few and fixed them up. Also did considerable packing and some odd jobs. Saturday May 28. Took only a few birds as the weather continues unfavorable. Sunday May 24. Shot till 6 or several hours with a M. but made none. Took some plants and obtain specimens of Landerling and Terns- Stow during the day Monday May 30. Took a number of birds, less to serve 20 new arrivals. Have about 150 fresh bird specimens and have filled & large cases with their meats