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Report, Florida Ornithological Society Income and Expense, January 1 – August 31, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

A report by Linda Douglas on the Florida Ornithological Society's income and expenses for January 1 to August 31, 1996.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Itemized Category Report, January 1 – August 31, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

A report by Linda Douglas on the Florida Ornithological Society's itemized category financial commitments for January 1 to August 31, 1996.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Summarized Report by Class, January 1 – August 31, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

A report by Linda Douglas on the Florida Ornithological Society's financial summary by class for January 1 to August 31, 1996.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Report for August 30, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

A report by Linda Douglas on the financial status of the Florida Ornithological Society as of August 30, 1996.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Treasurer's Report, March 25, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

The treasurer's report for January 1, 1996, to March 15, 1996, for the Florida Ornithological Society.
Letter, Stefani Melvin to Florida Ornithological Society, January 24, 1996

Stefani Melvin

Letter from Stefani Melvin to the Florida Ornithological Society inquiring about joining the organization and a business card with contact information.
Memo, Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer, Florida Ornithological Society Membership Directory, January 8, 1996

Linda C. Douglas

Letter from Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer, dated January 8, 1996. In the letter Douglas provides notes on an earlier drafted membership directory by Lohrer, including comments on copyright, content, format, distribution, schedule, and assignments.
Budget, Florida Ornithological Society Proposed Budget, 1996

Florida Ornithological Society

A proposed budget for the Florida Ornithological Society for 1996.
Financial Statement, Florida Ornithological Society Itemized Category Report, January 1996 – August 1999

Florida Ornithological Society

A report of itemized transactions for the Florida Ornithological Society between January 1996 and August 1999.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 22, No. 1, Winter 1996

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 22, No. 1 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 22, No. 2, Spring 1996

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 22, No. 2 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 22, No. 3, Summer 1996

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 22, No. 3 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 22, No. 4, Fall 1996

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 22, No. 4 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Draft, Proposal for a Membership Directory, December 15, 1995

Joe Bearden, Karen Bearden, Linda Douglas, and Fred Lohrer

A draft proposal of the Ad Hoc Committee for a Membership Directory with a plan to establish a Florida Ornithological Society membership directory. Includes rationale, use regulations, and notes on formatting and distribution. Document is dated December 15, 1995 and includes a note on attachment by Fred Lohrer.
General Correspondence, December 10, 1995

Abe Peterzell

Letter to FOS from Florida birder requesting birding spots and social events.
Letter, Karen Bearden and Joe Bearden to Unidentified, November 28, 1995

Karen Bearden and Joe Bearden

Letter from Karen and Joe Bearden to unidentified recipient, dated November 28, 1995. The note is written on letterhead for the Flamingo Lodge Marina & Outpost Resort in Everglades National Park and references the opening of the Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary, questions about software and computer information for membership list, personal greetings, and observations about a Scissor-tailed flycatcher.
Memo, Linda Douglas to Officers, Directors, and Committee Chairpersons of the Florida Ornithological Society, November 7, 1995

Linda C. Douglas

Memo from Treasurer Linda Douglas communicating the mailing of a list of Florida Ornithological Society members and phone numbers, as directed by the Board.
Letters between Linda Douglas and Fred Lohrer, October 24 - November 29, 1995

Linda C. Douglas, Fred Lohrer, and Bill Pranty

Correspondence regarding the development of a membership database for the Florida Ornithological Society, discussions of what data to include, computerization of organizational records, and records management. Documents are dated between October 24 and November 29, 1995. There is also a letter from Bill Pranty.
Announcement, Florida Ornithological Society Fall 1995 Meeting, October 20–22, 1995

Florida Ornithological Society

An announcement with schedule for the Fall 1995 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in Cocoa Beach, Florida.
Schedule, Florida Ornithological Society 25th Anniversary Meeting, October 3–5, 1997

Florida Ornithological Society

The schedule for the twenty-fifth anniversary meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held at St. Petersburg Beach, Florida, October 3 to 5, 1997.
Memo and Report, Florida Ornithological Society Treasurer's Report, September 30, 1995

Linda C. Douglas

A memo from Linda Douglas with the treasurer's report for Fall 1995 of the Florida Ornithological Society attached.
General Correspondence, September 29, 1995

Sydney Wood

Letter to FOS from vacationing birder requesting Florida birding information.
Letter, Bruce Anderson to Tom Webber, July 10, 1995

Bruce H. Anderson

Letter from Florida Ornithological Society president, Bruce Anderson, to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, thanking him for accommodations and requesting records.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society 1994 Finances, July 1995

Linda C. Douglas

A report by Linda Douglas with the financial situation of the Florida Ornithological Society for 1994.
Registration Form, Florida Ornithological Society, Spring 1995 Meeting, April 28–30, 1995

Florida Ornithological Society

The registration form for the Spring 1995 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society in Gainesville, Florida. Also attached is the schedule for the scientific program portion of the meeting.
List, Species Reviewed by Florida Ornithological Society Records Committee, Revised April 24, 1995

Florida Ornithological Society

A list of Florida bird species that must be documented and submitted to the Florida Ornithological Society Records Committee when seen.
Memo and Report, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Report, April 12, 1995

Linda C. Douglas

A memo from Linda Douglas with a financial report for the Florida Ornithological Society for fiscal year 1993 and the first quarter of 1994.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Report for December 31, 1994, March 11, 1995

Linda C. Douglas

A financial report prepared by Linda Douglas with the Florida Ornithological Society's financial situation as of December 31, 1994. The report is dated March 11, 1995.
Letter, Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, March 2, 1995

Linda C. Douglas

Letter from Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, delivering copies of Florida Field Naturalist.
Brochure, Florida Ornithological Society Membership, circa 1995, A

Florida Ornithological Society

Membership brochure for the Florida Ornithological Society, including sections on meetings, field trips, research and archives, publications, newsletter, and membership.
Brochure, Florida Ornithological Society Membership, circa 1995, B

Florida Ornithological Society

Membership brochure for the Florida Ornithological Society, including sections on meetings, field trips, research and archives, publications, newsletter, and membership.
Brochure, Interested in Birds? Join the Florida Ornithological Society, circa 1995

Florida Ornithological Society

Membership brochure for the Florida Ornithological Society, including introduction to the organization and application to join.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 21, No. 1, Winter 1995

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 21, No. 1 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 21, No. 2, Spring 1995

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 21, No. 2 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 21, No. 3, Summer 1995

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 21, No. 3 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter. Notes the death of Herb Kale, former editor of the newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 21, No. 4, Fall 1995

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 21, No. 4 of the Florida Audubon Society Ornithological Research Division Newsletter.
Letter, P. William Smith to Tom Webber, December 17, 1994

P. William Smith

Letter from P. William "Bill" Smith to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, requesting a report on the Olive-capped warbler.
Letter, P. William Smith to Tom Webber, November 14, 1994

P. William Smith

Letter to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, from P. William "Bill" Smith requesting Wheatear records.
Registration Form, Florida Ornithological Society Fall 1994 Meeting, October 7–9, 1994

Florida Ornithological Society

The registration form and schedule for the Fall 1994 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in Kissimmee, Florida.
Schedule, Florida Ornithological Society Fall 1994 Meeting, October 7–9, 1994

Florida Ornithological Society

A schedule for the Fall 1994 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in Kissimmee, Florida.
Letter and Receipt, Bruce Anderson and Tom Webber, September 16, 1994

Bruce H. Anderson and Tom Webber

A receipt and letter from Bruce Anderson on behalf of himself, Lyn Atherton, John Fitzpatrick, Wayne Hoffman, Vaughn Morrison, William Robertson, and Glen Woolfenden, to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, about requesting Florida Ornithological Society records.
Memo and Report, Linda Douglas to P. William Smith, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Report, May 16, 1994

Linda C. Douglas

A memo from Florida Ornithological Society treasurer, Linda Douglas, to P. William Smith announcing the financial report for the society for 1993 and the first quarter of 1994.
Postcard, Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, May 6, 1994

Linda C. Douglas

Postcard from Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager about sending copies of the Florida Field Naturalist.
Draft, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Report, May 2, 1994

Florida Ornithological Society

A draft financial report for the Florida Ornithological Society for 1993.
Memo and Report, P. William Smith to Linda Douglas, Florida Ornithological Society Financial Results, May 2, 1994

P. William Smith

A memo from Florida Ornithological Society Chairman P. William Smith to treasurer Linda Douglas announcing the financial report for the society for 1993 and the first quarter of 1994.
Information Packet, Florida Ornithological Society Board of Directors Spring Meeting, April 22–24, 1994

Florida Ornithological Society

An information packet for the Spring 1994 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society's Board of Directors. Included is an agenda and reports to be presented at the meeting.
Schedule, Florida Ornithological Society Spring 1994 Meeting, April 22–24, 1994

Florida Ornithological Society

A schedule for the Spring 1994 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society Treasurer's Report, April 13, 1994

Linda C. Douglas

Linda Douglas' report as treasurer of the Florida Ornithological Society, dated April 13, 1994.
Memo, Fred Lohrer to Florida Ornithological Society Board of Directors, Candidate for Honorary Membership, April 5, 1994

Fred E. Lohrer

A memo from Fred Lohrer to the Florida Ornithological Society's Board of Directors recommending Glen Woolfenden for honorary membership.
Report, Florida Ornithological Society 7-Year Financial Summary, April 1, 1994

P. William Smith

A report by P. William Smith with the Florida Ornithological Society's financial summary for the past seven years.
General Correspondence, March 28, 1994

Tom Webber

Letters between FOS and a 3rd grade teacher requesting materials for curriculum.
Memo, Fred Lohrer to Florida Ornithological Society Executive Board, Candidate for Honorary Membership, March 24, 1994

Fred E. Lohrer

A memo from Fred Lohrer to the Florida Ornithological Society's Executive Board recommending Glen Woolfenden for honorary membership.
Memo and Draft, Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer, Florida Ornithological Society Treasurer's Job Outline, March 14, 1994

Linda C. Douglas

A memo from Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer along with a draft of an outline of the treasurer's responsibilities with the Florida Ornithological Society.
Letter, Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, March 10, 1994

Linda C. Douglas

Letter from Linda Douglas to Tom Webber, Florida Museum of Natural History bird collection manager, about the latest issue of the Florida Field Naturalist.
General Correspondence, February 11, 1994

C. Ruckdesschel

A letter to FOS inquiring about joining the organization and its publications.
General Correspondence, January 18, 1993

Jeannie Barilla

A letter to FOS inquiring about joining the organization.
General Correspondence, January 16, 1994

Karen Rodemaker

A letter to FOS inquiring about joining the organization and birding clubs in Sarasota.
Dissertation, Density, Demography, and Mating Success of Kirtland's Warblers in Managed and Natural Habitats

Carol Ina Bocetti

Dissertation submitted by Carol Ina Bocetti in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the degree Doctor of Philosophy in the Graduate School of the Ohio State University. Includes sections on Kirtland Warbler males in managed natural habitats, physical description of breeding habitat occupied by Kirtland’s Warblers, mating success and reproductive success of male Kirtland’s Warblers, and distribution of nest sites.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 20, No. 1, Winter 1994

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 20, No. 1 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 20, No. 3, Summer 1994

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 20, No. 3 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 20, No. 4, Fall 1994

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 20, No. 4 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society, Volume 20, No. 2, Spring 1994

Katy NeSmith

The Spring 1994 issue of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter. The issue notes the death of well-known ornithological writer and photographer Helen G. Cruickshank.
Report, Robert Bennetts, Phillip Darby, and Patricia Darby, 1993 Annual Snail Kite Survey, circa 1994

Robert E. Bennetts, Philip Darby, and Patricia Darby

1993 Annual Snail Kite Survey that “provides a measure of the relative use of major wetlands used by Snail kites in Florida and assists in the evaluation of population trends.” Document includes methods, maps, results, site summaries, acknowledgements, and literature cited.
Memo, Fred Lohrer to Florida Ornithological Society Officers and Directors, Meeting with Former Treasurer, November 17, 1993

Fred E. Lohrer

A memo from Fred Lohrer to the Florida Ornithological Society (FOS) officers and directors about a meeting between former FOS treasurer, Charles Chase, with the new treasurer Linda Douglas.
Letter, Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer, November 4, 1993

Linda C. Douglas

A letter from Linda Douglas to Fred Lohrer about banks for the Florida Ornithological Society funds.
Invitation, Florida Ornithological Society Fall 1993 Meeting, October 29–31, 1993

Florida Ornithological Society

An invitation with a schedule for the Fall 1993 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society to be held at Archbold Biological Station in Lake Placid, Florida.
Florida Ornithological Society Handbook for Committee for Local Arrangements, Revised October 1993

Florida Ornithological Society. Meeting Handbook Committee and R. Todd Engstrom

A revised edition of the Florida Ornithological Society’s Handbook for the Committee for Local Arrangements. R. Todd Engstrom performed the edits that resulted in this edition.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 19, No. 4, Fall 1993

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 19, No. 4 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Letters Related to European White Stork, September 10, 1993 - January 31, 1994

Stephen A. Nesbitt, P. William Smith, and Tom Webber

Three letters requesting further detail on recent European white stork sightings. The letters are from Tom Webber to Bill Smith (dated January 31, 1994), Bill Smith to Tom Webber (dated January 28, 1994), and Stephen Nesbitt to Mr. Toole (dated September 10, 1993).
General Correspondence, July 28, 1993

Peggy King

A letter from a Punta Gorda paralegal to FOS requesting a copy of the FOS publication "Status and Distribution of the Florida Scrub Jay".
Forms, International Loan Request Form from Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Victoria, Australia, July 7, 1993

Tom Webber

Two international loan request forms from the Department of Conservation and Natural Resource's central library in Victoria, Australia requesting images.
Field Notes, Helen G. Cruickshank, Wyoming, May 5 – July 2, 1993

Helen Gere Cruickshank

Birding field notes for a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Grand Teton National Park.
Information Packet, Florida Ornithological Society Board of Directors Meeting, April 23, 1993

Florida Ornithological Society

An information packet for the Spring 1993 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society's Board of Directors. Included is an agenda and reports to be presented at the meeting.
Schedule, Florida Ornithological Society Spring 1993 Meeting, April 23–25, 1993

Florida Ornithological Society

A schedule for the Spring 1993 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in Naples, Florida.
Postcard, Jocelyn Baker to Tom Webber, February 4, 1993

Jocelyn L. Baker

A postcard from Jocie Baker to Tom Webber asking if the Florida Ornithological Society archives have space for new documents of rare bird sightings.
Postcard and Invoice, Jocelyn Baker to Tom Webber, January 7, 1993

Jocelyn L. Baker

A postcard from Jocelyn Baker to Tom Webber at the Florida Museum of Natural History requesting photos for the Florida Field Naturalist and a shipping invoice documenting the photos sent.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 19, No. 1, Winter 1993

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 19, No. 1 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 19, No. 2, Spring 1993

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 19, No. 2 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Pamphlet, Robert Bennetts and Brian Toland, The Snail Kite, 1993

Robert E. Bennetts and Brian R. Toland

Informational pamphlet about the Snail kite (also called an Everglade kite), including sections on physical description, range, habitat, feeding habits, nesting and roosting, management and conservation, legal protection, research, and how you can help.
Report, Robert Bennetts, Steven McGehee, and Wiley Kitchens, 1992 Mid-Winter Snail Kite Survey, circa 1993

Robert E. Bennetts, Steven McGehee, and Wiley M. Kitchens

1992 Mid-Winter Snail Kite Survey that “provides a measure of the relative use of major wetlands used by Snail kites in Florida and assists in the evaluation of population trends.” Document includes methods, maps, results, site summaries, acknowledgements, and literature cited.
Letters, Jocelyn Baker to Paul Sykes and Tom Webber, October 1 - December 16, 1992

Jocelyn L. Baker

A letter from Florida Ornithological Society secretary, Jocelyn Baker, to Paul Sykes requesting records with the Christmas Bird Count unusual/rare bird sightings. Attached is Paul Sykes reply and Baker's subsequent letter to Tom Webber.
List of Registrants, Florida Ornithological Society, 20th Anniversary Meeting, September 25–27, 1992

Florida Ornithological Society

A list of registrants for the Fall 1992 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society meeting held in Lakeland, Florida. At the end of the list is a schedule for the meeting.
Minutes, Florida Ornithological Society Board of Directors Meeting, September 25, 1992

Reed Bowman

Minutes from the Fall 1992 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society's Board of Directors held in Lakeland, Florida.
Field Notes, Helen G. Cruickshank, Wyoming, May 7 – July 9, 1992

Helen Gere Cruickshank

Birding field notes for a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Grand Teton National Park.
Planning Documents, Florida Ornithological Society and Wilson Ornithological Society Joint Meeting, April 9–12, 1992

Florida Ornithological Society and Wilson Ornithological Society

Planning documents including schedules, expenses, and list of officers for the joint meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society and the Wilson Ornithological Society meeting in April 1992.
Notice, Florida Ornithological Society, March 9, 1992

Florida Ornithological Society, Glen E. Woolfenden, and P. William Smith

A notice to Florida Ornithological Society members about the establishment of a committee to revise the Society's bylaws. Attached are a copy of the bylaws.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 18, No. 1, Winter 1992

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 18, No. 1 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 18, No. 2, Spring 1992

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 18, No. 2 (incorrectly printed as No. 1) of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 18, No. 3, Summer 1992

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 18, No. 3 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 18, No. 4, Fall 1992

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 18, No. 4 of the Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Report, Robert Bennetts and Hilary Maier, 1991 Mid-Winter Snail Kite Survey, circa 1992

Robert E. Bennetts and Hilary Maier

1991 Mid-Winter Snail Kite Survey that “provides a measure of the relative use of major wetlands used by Snail kites Annual in Florida and assists in the evaluation of population trends.” Document includes methods, maps, results, site summaries, acknowledgements, and literature cited.
Announcement and Program, Florida Ornithological Society Fall 1991 Meeting, October 4–6, 1991

Florida Ornithological Society

An announcement and program for the Fall 1991 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held at Jacksonville Beach, Florida.
Field Notes, Helen G. Cruickshank, Wyoming, September 17 – October 1, 1991

Helen Gere Cruickshank

Birding field notes for a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Grand Teton National Park.
Field Notes, Helen G. Cruickshank, Wyoming, May 6 – July 9, 1991

Helen Gere Cruickshank

Birding field notes for a visit to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and Grand Teton National Park.
List, Florida Ornithological Society Current Committee Memberships, May 1991

Florida Ornithological Society

A list of the Board of Directors and committee members for the Florida Ornithological Society as of May 1992.
Editor's Report, Florida Field Naturalist, April 19, 1991

Peter G. Merritt

The editor's report by Peter Merritt for the Florida Ornithological Society's Board of Directors meeting held on April 19, 1991.
Registration Form and Schedule, Florida Ornithological Society Spring 1991 Meeting, April 19–21, 1991

Florida Ornithological Society

The registration form and schedule for the Spring 1991 meeting of the Florida Ornithological Society held in Ruskin, Florida.
Letter, Tom Palmer to Tom Webber, April 8, 1991

Tom Palmer

Letter from Tom Palmer to Tom Webber communicating enclosure of three photographs for deposit in the Florida Ornithological Society archive at the museum.
Newsletter, Florida Audubon Society - Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 17, No. 1/2, Winter-Summer 1991

Herbert W. Kale II

A contingency copy of Vol. 17, No. 1/2 of the Florida Audubon Society - Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.
Newsletter, Florida Audubon Society - Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter, Volume 17, No. 3/4, Fall–Winter 1991

Katy NeSmith

A contingency copy of Vol. 17, No. 3/4 of the Florida Audubon Society - Florida Ornithological Society Newsletter.