[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the Grand Hotel in Huonville (Tasmania), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1945.] [Front of postcard] Grand Hotel. Huonville. Tas. A. B. Series. No. … [Read more...] about Grand Hotel, Huonville, Tas. [postcard, circa 1945]
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Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a stylish woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908-1914.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A woman, standing, posing for a photograph.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]
Ship (Fielding Studio) [postcard, circa 1920s]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of some passengers aboard a ship, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century (possibly in the 1920s).] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Ship (Fielding Studio) [postcard, circa 1920s]
Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [postcard, 1904]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a blacksmith’s premises in the bush, is postmarked 1904.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [Handwritten text, in italics] Ebaenzis The Avenue Windsor Is our new address should … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [postcard, 1904]
Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [mining report, 26 May 1919]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Nuggety Ajax mine (in Daylesford, Vic.), was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 26 May 1919.] Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford. During the half year ended 10th May the Nuggety Ajax Co., Daylesford, milled 1438 tons of stone for 645½ oz. … [Read more...] about Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [mining report, 26 May 1919]
Blasting accident: Two miners injured [14 July 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding a mining accident at the New Nil Desperandum mine (in Raywood, Vic.), was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 14 July 1909.] Blasting accident. Two miners injured. Bendigo, Tuesday. At the New Nil Desperandum mine, … [Read more...] about Blasting accident: Two miners injured [14 July 1909]
New Nil Desperandum, Raywood: The importance of accurate plans [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Nil Desperandum mine (in Raywood, Vic.), was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] New Nil Desperandum, Raywood. The importance of accurate plans. Bendigo. — A survey of this mine has just been completed by Mr. W. … [Read more...] about New Nil Desperandum, Raywood: The importance of accurate plans [mining report, 4 May 1909]
The Nuggety Ajax [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Nuggety Ajax mine (in Daylesford, Vic.), was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] The Nuggety Ajax. Ballarat. — In their report for the past half year the directors of the Nuggety Ajax Co., Daylesford, state that the … [Read more...] about The Nuggety Ajax [mining report, 4 May 1909]
Bendigo mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding mining in Bendigo, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] Bendigo mining notes. Bendigo. — The stone on the top of the rise which the Johnson’s Reef have put up a height of 270 feet on the Collmann back, near the … [Read more...] about Bendigo mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
Ballarat mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding mining in Ballarat, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] Ballarat mining notes. Ballarat. — At the Ballarat Prospecting Co.’s claim the eastern crosscut is passing through promising country. Mr. Baragwanath, of the … [Read more...] about Ballarat mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mine, beside a body of water, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Handwritten text, in italics] Nuggety Ajax … [Read more...] about Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]
Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mob of sheep, mustered near a body of water, is postmarked 26 December 1905.] [Front of postcard] Station life in Australia [Handwritten text, in italics] Good Luck for 1906. [Description: A … [Read more...] about Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
The dying anarchist [short story by Henry Lawson, 15 September 1894]
[Editor: This short story by Henry Lawson was published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 15 September 1894.] The dying anarchist. By Henry Lawson. “I see it all now! I was blind to all things save injustice — I was blind to all things save injustice! I could not see the … [Read more...] about The dying anarchist [short story by Henry Lawson, 15 September 1894]
A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a school in rural Victoria, with some girls doing some gardening tasks, is postmarked 18 May 1909.] [Front of postcard] A typical Victorian country school. The education system of Victoria is free, … [Read more...] about A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photograph of the official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system on 9 March 1909.] [Front of postcard] The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system. March 9th, 1909. The First Car driven by Mrs. … [Read more...] about The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a man crossing a bridge with a horse and cart (with a kangaroo made from metal), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] “Good … [Read more...] about Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]
Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the chalk carving of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge at Fovant Down (Wiltshire, England), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published around the era of the First World War (1914-1918), … [Read more...] about Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Silver Falls (Hobart), is dated 20 March 1905.] [Front of postcard] Silver Falls, Hobart. [Handwritten text, in italics] A Vow. Though a thousand kisses, A thousand caresses, a thousand … [Read more...] about Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the premises of a rural blacksmith, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]
Woman and an Australian soldier [photograph, circa WW2 (1939-1945)]
[Editor: This photograph, of a woman and an Australian soldier, is believed to be from the era of the Second World War (1939-1945). The photograph is undated.] [Woman and soldier] [Description: Woman and an Australian soldier (both standing).] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Woman and an Australian soldier [photograph, circa WW2 (1939-1945)]
The Song of the Rollicking Rouseabout [poem, 9 September 1893]
[Editor: This poem, regarding the pay rates of workers in the shearing industry, was published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 9 September 1893.] The Song of the Rollicking Rouseabout. Shearing season fast approaches, Squatters giving smaller pay: Fifteen bob a week and … [Read more...] about The Song of the Rollicking Rouseabout [poem, 9 September 1893]
Local [news items, 1 March 1853]
[Editor: These news items are extracts from the “Local” (general news) section published in the Hobart Town Advertiser (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 March 1853.] Local. Dalton & Kelty. — These men have been fully committed to take their trial at the next Launceston Sittings for … [Read more...] about Local [news items, 1 March 1853]
On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW2), The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 July 1951]
[Editor: In Memoriam notices, regarding Australian military personnel, published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 16 July 1951. On Active Service. MELVILLE.—In proud and loving memory of P./O. Robert L. Melville, killed over Denmark July 16, 1942. Ever … [Read more...] about On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW2), The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 July 1951]
In Memoriam: The Anzac Heroes / On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW1), The Age, 26 May 1919]
[Editor: Death notices, regarding Australian military personnel, published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 26 May 1919. Includes the “In Memoriam: The Anzac Heroes” section and the “In Memoriam: On Active Service” section.] In Memoriam. The Anzac Heroes. DALY.—In loving … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: The Anzac Heroes / On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW1), The Age, 26 May 1919]
Deaths: On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW1), The Age, 26 May 1919]
[Editor: Death notices, regarding Australian military personnel, published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 26 May 1919.] Deaths. On Active Service. TURNER.—On the 14th March, in the Bedford Military Hospital, England, Archibald Beresford Turner, late 8th Light Horse, … [Read more...] about Deaths: On Active Service [Australian military personnel (WW1), The Age, 26 May 1919]