[Editor: This is chapter 4 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton. Published in The Sunday Mail, 8 July 1934.] The story of Australia — IV. Captain James Cook The real discoverer of Australia The next Englishman to come to Australia was Captain Cook. This … [Read more...] about Captain James Cook: The real discoverer of Australia [chapter 4 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
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Captain William Dampier: First Englishman to visit Australia [chapter 3 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
[Editor: This is chapter 3 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton. Published in The Sunday Mail, 1 July 1934.] The story of Australia — III. Captain William Dampier First Englishman to visit Australia We have seen how Spaniards and Dutchmen in their little … [Read more...] about Captain William Dampier: First Englishman to visit Australia [chapter 3 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
Coming of the Dutch [chapter 2 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
[Editor: This is chapter 2 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton. Published in The Sunday Mail, 24 June 1934.] The Story of Australia — II Coming of the Dutch It was on November 28, 1605, that the Dutch ship, the “Duyfhen” (or the “Dove”), sailed away from … [Read more...] about Coming of the Dutch [chapter 2 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
The dawn of discovery [chapter 1 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
[Editor: This is chapter 1 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton. Published in The Sunday Mail, 17 June 1934.] The story of Australia Chapter I. — The dawn of discovery Once upon a time, as all good fairy stories begin, there were wise men in the world who … [Read more...] about The dawn of discovery [chapter 1 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
Books for review [22 December 1900]
[Editor: A review of Popular Verses and Humorous Verses by Henry Lawson, and of Australian Bushranging by Charles White. Published in The Western Champion and General Advertiser for the Central-Western Districts, 22 December 1900.] Books for review. We have received from … [Read more...] about Books for review [22 December 1900]
An eccentric seaman [22 January 1892]
[Editor: This is a report on an incident which was the basis for Henry Lawson’s poem “A Study in the Nood”. Published in The Advertiser, 22 January 1892.] An eccentric seaman. Three days without water Port Pirie, January 21. A man belonging to the ship Oweenee, … [Read more...] about An eccentric seaman [22 January 1892]
Colonial loyalty [13 February 1851]
[Editor: An article discussing the possibility of independence for the Australian colonies from Britain. Published in The Empire, 13 February 1851.] Colonial loyalty. If emotions of affection or fidelity can only be sounded in their depths, and the genuineness of these … [Read more...] about Colonial loyalty [13 February 1851]
Nationalism [8 August 1888]
[Editor: This article discusses what may be termed “British-Australian nationalism”. Published in The Morning Bulletin, 8 August 1888.] Nationalism. To many observant of what is passing around us it will appear that there are now in Queensland two kinds of nationalism. … [Read more...] about Nationalism [8 August 1888]
Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield [25 October 1889]
[Editor: A report on the speech made by Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield (NSW), on 24 October 1889, which is regarded as one of the major events leading to the federation of the Australian colonies. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 25 October 1889.] Sir Henry Parkes at … [Read more...] about Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield [25 October 1889]
Life on the diggings [12 April 1864]
[Editor: A report on an amusing incident. Published in The Star (Ballarat), 12 April 1864.] Life on the diggings. — A somewhat extraordinary incident happened on Saturday evening, at the Emu Hotel, Oxley. An inebriate, in a spirit of liberality, determined to treat his … [Read more...] about Life on the diggings [12 April 1864]
The bottle and the beauty [12 April 1864]
[Editor: A report on an amusing incident. Published in The Star (Ballarat), 12 April 1864.] The bottle and the beauty. — An amusing incident has formed the topic of conversation in Sandhurst the last few days. A certain gentleman, who shall be nameless, an attendant on a … [Read more...] about The bottle and the beauty [12 April 1864]
Drought v. Rain [12 February 1885]
[Editor: An article outlining some of the problems faced by country people in times of drought. Published in The South Australian Register, 12 February 1885.] Drought V. Rain. [By Paroo.] We have all seen the gladdening telegrams in the papers day after day for the … [Read more...] about Drought v. Rain [12 February 1885]
The Christmas Observer: A Triumph of Australian art [12 December 1906]
[Editor: A review of the Christmas edition of The Observer. The section regarding literature, “The Literary Contents”, includes some interesting comments on the future of Australian literature. Published in The Register, 12 December 1906.] The Christmas Observer. A … [Read more...] about The Christmas Observer: A Triumph of Australian art [12 December 1906]
Can be no half-measures about White Australia [24 October 1949]
[Editor: An article written by Arthur Calwell, Minister for Immigration, defending the Australian government’s immigration policy. Published in The Argus (Melbourne), 24 October 1949.] Can be no half-measures about White Australia By the Hon. Arthur A. Calwell, Minister … [Read more...] about Can be no half-measures about White Australia [24 October 1949]
The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the following day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
A survey of Australia’s past [30 October 1926]
[Editor: An article from the “Science and Nature “column (by “Achernar Major”) published in The Brisbane Courier, 30 October 1926.] A survey of Australia’s past. Australia is the smallest, but most peculiar of the continents. Everything in it strikes the naturalist as … [Read more...] about A survey of Australia’s past [30 October 1926]
Jacko [23 May 1931]
[Editor: A light-hearted article about a pet magpie. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 23 May 1931.] Jacko. It was a frightened, baby magpie which travelled from Dubbo in a small box, looking as though its hold on life was frail. But “we have changed all that.” … [Read more...] about Jacko [23 May 1931]
As in the days of old: Mr. Bent and the bushrangers [21 September 1907]
[Editor: A brief reminiscence about a bushranging incident. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 21 September 1907.] “As in the days of old.” Mr. Bent and the bushrangers. Melbourne, Thursday. Mr. Bent in his time has had many experiences, ranging from cricket … [Read more...] about As in the days of old: Mr. Bent and the bushrangers [21 September 1907]
Daniel Henry Deniehy: Something about him and his speeches, &c [23 November 1895]
[Editor: An article about Daniel Henry Deniehy, author and politician. Published in the Windsor and Richmond Gazette, 23 November 1895.] Daniel Henry Deniehy. Something about him and his speeches, &c Daniel Henry Deniehy was the first native-born member of his … [Read more...] about Daniel Henry Deniehy: Something about him and his speeches, &c [23 November 1895]
50 Jap dead for each captive [27 March 1945]
[Editor: An article outlining the problems the Allies faced with the Japanese military’s “No Surrender” creed during World War Two. Published in The Argus, Tuesday 27 March 1945.] 50 Jap dead for each captive From J. B. Davies, Special Correspondent of The Argus in New … [Read more...] about 50 Jap dead for each captive [27 March 1945]
The Buckland River Riot: Victoria’s Lambing Flat [5 March 1932]
[Editor: An article about the Buckland River Riot of 1857. Published in The Argus, 5 March 1932.] The Buckland River Riot. Victoria’s Lambing Flat. By Pipeclay-Brown. Lambing Flat, New South Wales, provided the story of the greatest anti-Chinese riot on the … [Read more...] about The Buckland River Riot: Victoria’s Lambing Flat [5 March 1932]
Among the Aborigines: A Perth lady’s visit: Mrs. Daisy Bates eulogised [11 September 1921]
[Editor: An article on the work of Daisy Bates. Published in The Sunday Times, 11 September 1921.] Among the Aborigines A Perth lady’s visit Mrs. Daisy Bates eulogised By Miss C. L. Ruxton. [Recently Miss C. L. Ruxton, of Government House, Perth, paid a visit to … [Read more...] about Among the Aborigines: A Perth lady’s visit: Mrs. Daisy Bates eulogised [11 September 1921]
Australian poetry [7 August 1917]
[Editor: A report on a lecture giving a negative review of Australian poetry. Published in The Advertiser, 7 August 1917.] Australian poetry. On Monday night the Rev. Alfred Gifford lectured before the Poetry Society on “A Glimpse of Australian Poetry, from Harpur to … [Read more...] about Australian poetry [7 August 1917]
The return of Mr. Hughes [letter to the editor, 29 July 1916]
[Editor: A letter to the editor, which provides an example of a negative opinion on German culture from the time period of World War One. Published in The Examiner, 29 July 1916.] The return of Mr. Hughes. (To the Editor.) Sir, — The downfall of the British Empire is … [Read more...] about The return of Mr. Hughes [letter to the editor, 29 July 1916]
Sticking-up [29 September 1860]
[Editor: A report of robberies by bushrangers. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 29 September 1860.] Sticking-up. — Between the Rocky Plain and West Denison, several robberies have been of late committed. What are the mounted patrol about? Mr. Douglas on … [Read more...] about Sticking-up [29 September 1860]