John Austin Farley Journals
Content Description
These notebooks are largely about birdwatching in New England and include what birds were seen, when they were seen, and where they were seen. There are large sections that have more observations of behavior and habits. There are also pages with quotes inscribed by the author in the book, appointment notes, and other thoughts. Throughout the journals are many doodles of birds and parts of birds, and many of the covers are covered in doodles and notes. Some pages have been crossed out or scribbled over but are still legible, and some pages from journals have been torn out and removed entirely. There are pages with notes folded and tucked into most journals. Finally, there are a few small art pieces tucked inside, a newspaper clipping of the Jabberwocky poem, and remnants of some colorful decorative stickers. Almost all journals have John Austin Farley's name written in it at least once.
Dates
- 1874 - 1884
Creator
- Farley, John Austin (1860-1930) (Person)
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for use. Some of the papers and the binding are fragile and require special care instructions.
Conditions Governing Use
Dated materials are in the public domain. The researcher assumes all responsibility for identifying copyright holders and attaining permission for reproduction.
Biographical / Historical
John Austin Farley (1860-1930) was a reporter, birder, and ornithologist whose work primarily focused on the New England and Massachusetts region. He was a member of the American Ornithologists Union and of the Nuttall Ornithological Club in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He collaborated with ornithologist Edward H. Forbush and led Gypsey Moth suppression work on Cape Cod and the South Shore.
Extent
8 Volumes
0.13 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Latin
Arrangement
Volume kept intact with nothing removed, presumed to be how it was made.
Custodial History
No note of provenance.
Accruals
None are expected.
Processing Information
Emily Buff (Archives Management Graduate Intern)
Creator
- Farley, John Austin (1860-1930) (Person)
- Title
- John Austin Farley Journals Finding Aid
- Status
- Completed
- Author
- Emily Buff (Archives Management Graduate Intern)
- Date
- February 2025
- Description rules
- Describing Archives: A Content Standard
- Language of description
- English
- Script of description
- Latin
Repository Details
Part of the Museum of Science, Boston Archives Repository