For the month of November 1885

November 1
Walked on levee with Hamilton and looked at breakwater and talked with contractor.  Second one well advanced.  He assured us that they would be very permanent and rapidly form a batture. 

November 8
Sugar market very low.  Hanging Audubon birds until dinner time.  Robert did everything well and quickly.  Gave him $1.00.  They look remarkably well as they hang around the dining room.  Canvas Back Ducks - Grouse - Blue Jays - Mocking Birds.  Put Baltimore Oriole's in Mrs. Beirne's room.  And hung Doe & Faun also in the same room for Mr. Beirne.