Grandpa Owens (William W. Owens, 1888-1969), started hunting when he was big enough to carry a gun. His father's repeater shotgun carried one shell in the barrel and five in the magazine. The limit was 50 ducks per day; the most Grandpa got was 18, the fall he went on his mission. He was the only one in his house who liked eating duck, the others didn't even like the smell of them cooking. In Grandpa's history, he mentions hunting sage hens, ruffed grouse (see picture), and Chinese pheasants.
Sometime after 1931 only certain varieties of ducks could be hunted, and because of other restrictions that had been implemented, Grandpa gave up hunting. He gave his shotgun to his son in 1964.
(Original in possession of Elaine Riddle)
Elaine! This is so great! I'm really glad you're taking the time to do this, it's fun to read. I have an interest in family history but it seems that "life" is bogging me down. Probably if I just got started and learned how to do it I'd find the time. Keep up the good work! Love, Laurie
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ReplyDeleteJump right in, but I warn you, it's addicting - on your computer in your PJs until noon!!!
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