[Editor: This advertisement, which included a copy of a telegram sent to Santa Claus, was published in The Narandera Argus (Narandera, NSW), 17 November 1925.] Amalgamated Wireless (Australasia) Limited Worldwide Wireless Radiogram TO SANTA CLAUS TOY … [Read more...] about Special Wireless to Santa Claus [a message sent to Santa (advertisement), 17 November 1925]
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‘The Coloured Conquest’ [advertisement for a serial story, 26 July 1904]
[Editor: This advertisement for the serial story of The Coloured Conquest (1904) was published in the Clarence & Richmond Examiner (Grafton, NSW), 26 July 1904. The advertisement includes an outline of the story.] ‘The Coloured Conquest.’ A Story of TO-DAY AND … [Read more...] about ‘The Coloured Conquest’ [advertisement for a serial story, 26 July 1904]
“Dert and Do.” (Gert and Joe.) [reviews of a book by Louisa Lawson]
[Editor: This advertisement (consisting of reviews) for the book Dert and Do, by Louisa Lawson, was published in “The Lonely Crossing” and Other Poems (1905).] “Dert and Do.” (Gert and Joe.) By Louisa Lawson. Price: One shilling. Reviews — “Dert and Do,” by … [Read more...] about “Dert and Do.” (Gert and Joe.) [reviews of a book by Louisa Lawson]
The Colonial Bank of Australasia [advertisement for the creation of a new bank, 1 August 1855]
[Editor: This advertisement, for the creation of a new bank in Victoria, was published in The Argus, (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 August 1855. The prospectus appeals to local patriotism, saying that the main banks in Victoria have “derived immense profits payable chiefly to a foreign … [Read more...] about The Colonial Bank of Australasia [advertisement for the creation of a new bank, 1 August 1855]
Ballad & Lyrical Poems by Shaw Neilson [advertisement, 1927]
[Editor: This advertisement for Ballad and Lyrical Poems was published in New Poems (1927).] Ballad & Lyrical Poems By Shaw Neilson. Published by The Bookfellow, Sydney, Australia. In Neilson’s poems incongruities are reconciled. They strike arousing attention, … [Read more...] about Ballad & Lyrical Poems by Shaw Neilson [advertisement, 1927]
Charles Gilbert [advertisement poem for the Charles Gilbert store, 27 October 1897]
[Editor: This poem, an advertisement for the Charles Gilbert store (tailoring and outfitting) in Brisbane, was published in The Brisbane Courier (Brisbane, Qld.), 27 October 1897.] Charles Gilbert Is the merchantman of credit and renown, who dwells hard by Victoria … [Read more...] about Charles Gilbert [advertisement poem for the Charles Gilbert store, 27 October 1897]
T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]
[Editor: This poster, an advertisement for T. W. White & Co. (Ballarat), was published circa 1888-1889 (presumably December 1888 or January 1889).] T. W. White & Co. Tailors & Gentlemen’s Mercers. Lord’s Buildings 112 Sturt Street. Opposite Brophy’s … [Read more...] about T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]
Australia: The Land of Sunshine, Health & Prosperity [poster, 1914]
[Editor: This poster, an advertisement for migration to Australia from the USA (along with a calendar for 1915), was published under the authority of the Minister of External Affairs (Melbourne), 1914.] Australia The Land of Sunshine Health & Prosperity. For … [Read more...] about Australia: The Land of Sunshine, Health & Prosperity [poster, 1914]
New music, [an advertisement for a new version of “Advance Australia Fair”, 1897]
[Editor: This 1897 advertisement offers a new version of “Advance Australia Fair”] New music. Messrs. W. H. Paling and Company send us a parcel of music containing a revised and improved edition of “Advance Australia Fair,” described as a “patriotic song,” written and … [Read more...] about New music, [an advertisement for a new version of “Advance Australia Fair”, 1897]
[Song of Australia competition] [1 October 1859]
[Editor: These two advertisements were placed in the The South Australian Advertiser on the 1st of October 1859, by the Gawler Institute, seeking the creation of a popular patriotic song for Australians. The final result of the competition was that Caroline Carleton won the prize … [Read more...] about [Song of Australia competition] [1 October 1859]
Australian Expeditionary Forces: Recruits wanted [Army recruitment advertisement, World War One, 6 April 1917]
[Editor: A recruitment advertisement for the Australian Army, printed during World War One. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate (Evelyn, Vic.), 6 April 1917.] Australian Expeditionary Forces. Recruits Wanted. EVERY … [Read more...] about Australian Expeditionary Forces: Recruits wanted [Army recruitment advertisement, World War One, 6 April 1917]
A Business Melody [poem, 24 July 1885]
[Editor: A poetic encouragement to advertising, based upon the old poem “The Man in Our Town” (further details given below). Published in The North Eastern Ensign, 24 July 1885.] A Business Melody There was a man in our town, And he was wondrous wise, For when he marked … [Read more...] about A Business Melody [poem, 24 July 1885]
The Old House in Park Street [poem, 22 September 1855]
[Editor: One of a number of poetic advertisements produced by Wiley & Son, under the heading of “The Old House in Park Street”. This particular poetic advertisement encouraged the public to buy baskets, so to carry their food and drinks to the opening of the Sydney and Parramatta … [Read more...] about The Old House in Park Street [poem, 22 September 1855]
[Advertisement for immigration from Britain] [27 January 1824]
[Editor: A notice advertising assistance for immigrants from the United Kingdom. Published in The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser, 27 January 1824.] [Advertisement for immigration from Britain] NOTICE.– The Australian Company’s Agent begs to intimate to the … [Read more...] about [Advertisement for immigration from Britain] [27 January 1824]