[Editor: This poem by “Surcingle” (Barcroft Boake) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 9 January 1892.] A Strike Story. (For The Bulletin.) “Flash” Harry stood and scratched his ear, They called him so, their reason I’ll demonstrate and make as clear As … [Read more...] about A Strike Story [poem by Surcingle (Barcroft Boake), 9 January 1892]
Barcroft Henry Boake (1866-1892) (author)
The Phantom Moorings [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, December 1903]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft H. Boake was published in The Sun, December 1903.] The Phantom Moorings. A Legend of Lavender Bay. (An unpublished poem by the late Barcroft H. Boake). On Lavender the moon broke bright — the Bay looked sweetly pretty: Across its … [Read more...] about The Phantom Moorings [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, December 1903]
An Easter Rhyme — Rather Late [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 7 May 1892]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft H. Boake was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 7 May 1892.] [An Easter Rhyme — Rather Late.] Easter Monday in the city — Rattle, rattle, rumble, rush; Tom and Jerry, Nell and Kitty, All the down-the-harbour “push,” Little thought … [Read more...] about An Easter Rhyme — Rather Late [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 7 May 1892]
Verses by Barcroft Boake: A Bush School-Girl [poem by Barcroft Boake, 11 July 1907]
[Editor: This poem, by Barcroft Boake, was published in Australia (Sydney, NSW), 11 July 1907. Under the heading “Verses by Barcroft Boake” were printed three (supposedly) previously-unpublished poems written by Barcroft Boake: 1) The Minstrel’s Curse, 2) A Bush School-Girl, and … [Read more...] about Verses by Barcroft Boake: A Bush School-Girl [poem by Barcroft Boake, 11 July 1907]
Verses by Barcroft Boake: The Minstrel’s Curse [poem by Barcroft Boake, 11 July 1907]
[Editor: This poem, by Barcroft Boake, was published in Australia (Sydney, NSW), 11 July 1907. Under the heading “Verses by Barcroft Boake” were printed three (supposedly) previously unpublished poems written by Barcroft Boake: 1) The Minstrel’s Curse, 2) A Bush School-Girl, and … [Read more...] about Verses by Barcroft Boake: The Minstrel’s Curse [poem by Barcroft Boake, 11 July 1907]
A Bushman’s Love (A Fragment) [poem by Barcroft Boake, 16 January 1897]
[Editor: This poem, by Barcroft Boake, was published in “The Red Page” section of The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 16 January 1897. The poem, as originally published, was untitled; the title given here is that used in the second edition of Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems … [Read more...] about A Bushman’s Love (A Fragment) [poem by Barcroft Boake, 16 January 1897]
Our Visitor [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 3 December 1892]
[Editor: This poem, by Barcroft H. Boake, was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 3 December 1892.] Our Visitor. There’s a fellow on the station (He dropped in on a call, Just casually — to stay a pleasant week), He’s a banker’s near relation, Strangely built, … [Read more...] about Our Visitor [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 3 December 1892]
Jimmy Wood: A Bar-Room Ballad [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 7 May 1892]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft H. Boake was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 7 May 1892.] Jimmy Wood. A Bar-Room Ballad. There came a lonely Briton to the town, A solitary Briton with a mission, He’d vowed a vow to put all “shouting” down, To relegate it to … [Read more...] about Jimmy Wood: A Bar-Room Ballad [poem by Barcroft H. Boake, 7 May 1892]
To Rolf Boldrewood [poem by B. H. Boake, 9 October 1891]
[Editor: This poem, by Barcroft Boake, was published in The Albury Banner, and Wodonga Express (Albury, NSW), 9 October 1891.] To Rolf Boldrewood. I cannot climb fame’s tower and ring An ever-sounding chime, I only have the art to string Poor phrases into rhyme, Nor … [Read more...] about To Rolf Boldrewood [poem by B. H. Boake, 9 October 1891]
A Few Verses [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] A Few Verses With appropriate illustrations 1 Miss Jean I’ve commanded My faltering Muse To write you some verses: She dare not refuse 2 It’s your birthday and … [Read more...] about A Few Verses [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Where the Dead Men Lie [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Where the Dead Men Lie Out on the wastes of the Never Never — That’s where the dead men lie! There where the heat-waves dance for ever — That’s where the dead men … [Read more...] about Where the Dead Men Lie [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Desiree [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Désirée. Will she spring with a blush from the arms of Dawn, When the sleepy songsters prune Their dewy vestments on bush and thorn, And the jovial magpie winds his … [Read more...] about Desiree [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Featherstonhaugh [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Featherstonhaugh Brookong station lay half-asleep — Dozed in the waning western glare. ’Twas before the run had been stocked with sheep, And only cattle depastured … [Read more...] about Featherstonhaugh [poem by Barcroft Boake]
At Devlin’s Siding [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] At Devlin’s Siding What made the porter stare so hard? what made the porter stare And eye the tall young woman and the bundle that she bare? What made the tall young … [Read more...] about At Devlin’s Siding [poem by Barcroft Boake]
On the Range [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] On the Range On Nungar the mists of the morning hung low; The beetle-browed hills brooded silent and black, Not yet warmed to life by the sun’s loving glow, As through … [Read more...] about On the Range [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Kelly’s Conversion [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Kelly’s Conversion Kelly the Rager half opened an eye To wink at the Army passing by, While his hot breath, thick with the taint of beer, Came forth from his lips in a … [Read more...] about Kelly’s Conversion [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Down the River [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Down the River Hark the sound of it; drawing nearer! Clink of hobble and brazen bell Mark the passage of stalwart shearer, Bidding Monaro soil farewell. Where is he … [Read more...] about Down the River [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Jack Corrigan [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Jack Corrigan ‘It’s my shout this time, boys; so come along and breast the bar, And kindly mention what you’re going to take; I don’t feel extra thirsty, so I’ll sample … [Read more...] about Jack Corrigan [poem by Barcroft Boake]
At the ‘J. C.’ [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] At the ‘J. C.’ None ever knew his name — Honoured, or one of shame, Highborn or lowly; Only upon that tree Two letters, J and C, Carved by him, mark where he Lay … [Read more...] about At the ‘J. C.’ [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Babs Malone [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Babs Malone Now the squatters and the cockies, Shearers, trainers, and their jockeys Had gathered them together for a meeting on the flat; They had mustered all their … [Read more...] about Babs Malone [poem by Barcroft Boake]
On the Boundary [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] On the Boundary I love the ancient boundary-fence — That mouldering chock-and-log: When I go ride the boundary I let the old horse jog, And take his pleasure in and … [Read more...] about On the Boundary [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Skeeta [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Skeeta Our Skeeta was married! our Skeeta! the tomboy and pet of the place — No more as a maiden we’d greet her; no more would her pert little face Light up the chill … [Read more...] about Skeeta [poem by Barcroft Boake]
A Song [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] A Song I’ve a kiss from a warmer lover Than maiden of earth can be: She blew it up to the skies above her, And now it has come to me: From the far-away it has come … [Read more...] about A Song [poem by Barcroft Boake]
’Twixt the Wings of the Yard [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] ’Twixt the Wings of the Yard Hear the loud swell of it, mighty pell-mell of it! Thousands of voices all blent into one: See ‘hell for leather’ now trooping together, … [Read more...] about ’Twixt the Wings of the Yard [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Kitty McCrae [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] Kitty McCrae The western sun, ere he sought his lair, Skimmed the treetops, and, glancing thence, Rested awhile on the curling hair Of Kitty McCrae, by the boundary … [Read more...] about Kitty McCrae [poem by Barcroft Boake]