[Editor: This untitled advertisement, which includes a poem, was published in The Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (Geelong, Vic.), 20 August 1855.] [Suppose I like to go to work] Six Weeks After Date, if all’s well, I intend commencing business as PASTRY-COOK and … [Read more...] about [Suppose I like to go to work] [advertisement poem, 20 August 1855]
poetry
Remembrance Day [poem by Clara Leonar Patey, 22 April 1921]
[Editor: This poem, by Clara Leonar Patey, was published in the Frankston & Somerville Standard (Frankston, Vic.), 22 April 1921. In earlier times, Anzac Day (25 April) was sometimes referred to as “Remembrance Day”.] Remembrance Day “Lest We Forget” heroic … [Read more...] about Remembrance Day [poem by Clara Leonar Patey, 22 April 1921]
Postcarditis [poem, 16 November 1906]
[Editor: This poem, regarding the sending of postcards (a very popular activity, 1900 to 1920), was published in The Northern Argus (Clare, SA), 16 November 1906.] Postcarditis. If you’re going on a journey to the mountains or the coast, Send a post card. If you’re torn … [Read more...] about Postcarditis [poem, 16 November 1906]
Unlock the Lands! [poem, 23 April 1853]
[Editor: This poem, written by a gold digger (a gold miner), was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 23 April 1853.] Unlock the Lands! To the Editor of the Argus. Sir, — Earnestly wishing to contribute my mite towards the good work, I would beg the insertion of … [Read more...] about Unlock the Lands! [poem, 23 April 1853]
The Ill-Fated [poem by L. L., 11 February 1843]
[Editor: This poem, by “L. L.”, was published in The Sun, and New South Wales Independent Press (Sydney, NSW), 11 February 1843.] The Ill-Fated. Oh, let me gaze on the beauteous dead: The spell of life hath broken, For brighter joys which around us shed, Deeper sorrows … [Read more...] about The Ill-Fated [poem by L. L., 11 February 1843]
Greetings from Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with birthday greetings, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] Greetings from Australia Australian wild flowers, with wattle and heath, Around this great country … [Read more...] about Greetings from Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
Advance Australia [postcard, 20 December 1910]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with some Christmas greetings, is dated 20 December 1910.] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA ADVANCE be your Watchword, with FREEDOM and WEALTH, Joy, Happiness, Peace, and the Best of Good Health, A Bright, Happy … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, 20 December 1910]
Advance Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with birthday greetings, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA Here’s a Token of Hearty Good Fellowship True, A Hand from the Land of the … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
Advance Australia [postcard, December 1917]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with some Christmas greetings, is dated Christmas 1917 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA GREETINGS SINCERE WATTLE-lot of Happiness, WATTLE-lot of Health, WATTLE-lot of Peace and … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, December 1917]
To Australia [poem by Ruby Jean Stephenson, 18 November 1943]
[Editor: This poem, by Ruby Jean Stephenson, was published in Eyre’s Peninsula Tribune (Cowell, SA), 18 November 1943.] To Australia. Australia the beautiful child of an empire, Britain has mothered thee, land of the free, Home of the negro, with boomerang, camp … [Read more...] about To Australia [poem by Ruby Jean Stephenson, 18 November 1943]
Valentine [poem by Phyllis Duncan-Brown, 13 February 1937]
[Editor: This poem, by Phyllis Duncan-Brown, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Australian Women’s Weekly (Sydney, NSW), 13 February 1937.] Lyric of Life Valentine I give my love to you my dear, With hope that’s simple and sincere In this fond heart of … [Read more...] about Valentine [poem by Phyllis Duncan-Brown, 13 February 1937]
Valentine’s day [21 February 1896]
[Editor: This article (including a poem), regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in the Morwell Advertiser (Morwell, Vic.), 21 February 1896.] Valentine’s day. The old institution of St. Valentine’s day has, like various other imported traditions, fallen out of favor. … [Read more...] about Valentine’s day [21 February 1896]
St. Valentine’s Day [poem by H.N.L.K., 14 February 1895]
[Editor: This poem, by H.N.L.K., regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Mount Alexander Mail (Castlemaine, Vic.), 14 February 1895.] St. Valentine’s Day. February 14th, 1895. ’Tis pairing season! Lassies fair And Lads so blythe and gay, Selection make — but … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day [poem by H.N.L.K., 14 February 1895]
A Valentine [poem, 18 February 1825]
[Editor: This poem, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in the Hobart Town Gazette, and Van Diemen’s Land Advertiser (Hobart Town, Tas.), 18 February 1825.] A Valentine. Once sweet flower of vernal hue, Giving thy sweets to air, When Flora charms the ravis’d … [Read more...] about A Valentine [poem, 18 February 1825]
Valentine’s Day [poem by Maurice Farjeon, 14 February 1887]
[Editor: This poem, by Maurice Farjeon, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 February 1887.] Valentine’s Day. By Maurice Farjeon. St. Valentine, the patron saint Of lovers fond and true, Descends to earth one day each … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Day [poem by Maurice Farjeon, 14 February 1887]
St. Valentine’s Day [poem by Bessie Vickery, 13 February 1880]
[Editor: This poem, by Bessie Vickery, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in the Alexandra & Yea Standard; Gobur, Thornton, and Acheron Express (Alexandra, Vic.), 13 February 1880.] St. Valentine’s Day. St. Valentines day has come again, And faces are pressed to … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day [poem by Bessie Vickery, 13 February 1880]
The Leading Lady [poem by “Stargazer”, 31 January 1917]
[Editor: This poem, by “Stargazer”, was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 31 January 1917.] The Leading Lady. [For The Bulletin.] Among the leading American film actresses who earn over 300 dollars a week, Miss Betty Boon is conspicuous. Betty is the cleverest … [Read more...] about The Leading Lady [poem by “Stargazer”, 31 January 1917]
The New to the Old [poem by Randolph Bedford, 3 January 1896]
[Editor: This poem by Randolph Bedford was published in The West Australian (Perth, WA), 3 January 1896.] The New to the Old. Men of the older lands! I barter my gold with your ease! I give you red gold for your sweatings, and wealth in the hand for your pains! Not for … [Read more...] about The New to the Old [poem by Randolph Bedford, 3 January 1896]
New Year Bells [poem by J. W., 17 January 1896]
[Editor: This poem, by J. W., was published in The Fitzroy City Press (Fitzroy, Vic.), 17 January 1896.] New Year Bells. In the shadows I am sitting, listening to the pealing bells, Ringing out their joy and gladness, o’er the valleys and the dells; Ringing out their … [Read more...] about New Year Bells [poem by J. W., 17 January 1896]
Our Old and New Year [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 30 December 1893]
[Editor: This poem, by Philip Durham Lorimer, was published in The Illawarra Mercury (Wollongong, NSW), 30 December 1893.] Our Old and New Year. The old year is out, and the new has begun With the chiming of bells in the air, The crowd surges forth to the beautiful … [Read more...] about Our Old and New Year [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 30 December 1893]
Hey, Geelong, are Ye Sleeping Yet? [song by A. J. Taylor, 15 February 1853]
[Editor: This song, by A. J. Taylor, was published in The Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (Geelong, Vic.), 15 February 1853. Much of the text is in the Scottish language.] Hey, Geelong, are Ye Sleeping Yet? Tune — “Johnny Cope.” Hey, Geelong, are ye sleeping … [Read more...] about Hey, Geelong, are Ye Sleeping Yet? [song by A. J. Taylor, 15 February 1853]
Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles [poem, 17 September 1921]
[Editor: This poem was published in “The Moving Picture Show” section of The Sun (Sydney, NSW), 17 September 1921.] Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles Owing to the high cost of living the Soviet has raised the wages of workmen to 300,000 roubles a month, and of officials to … [Read more...] about Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles [poem, 17 September 1921]
Australia: The Unready [poem by H. E. Hansen (E. J. Brady), 1 August 1907]
[Editor: This poem, by H. E. Hansen (a pseudonym of E. J. Brady), was published in The Native Companion (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 August 1907.] Australia: The Unready What will ye, when these poppied days Of Peace and Play are done, When down our wide Australian ways The … [Read more...] about Australia: The Unready [poem by H. E. Hansen (E. J. Brady), 1 August 1907]
Armistice Day [poem by Mabel Forrest, 11 November 1933]
[Editor: This poem, by Mabel Forrest, regarding Armistice Day (later known as Remembrance Day), was published in The Frankston and Somerville Standard (Frankston, Vic.), 12 November 1926.] Armistice Day. What have they left of all they gave? Red poppies on a far-off … [Read more...] about Armistice Day [poem by Mabel Forrest, 11 November 1933]
Armistice Day [poem by A.C., 12 November 1926]
[Editor: This poem, regarding Armistice Day (later known as Remembrance Day), was published in The Frankston and Somerville Standard (Frankston, Vic.), 12 November 1926.] Armistice Day 11th November, 11 a.m. Oh, nation, pause! in solemn silence stand, Let one deep … [Read more...] about Armistice Day [poem by A.C., 12 November 1926]