[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]
Christmas
Christmas is Christmas still! [poem by Harold Mercer, 24 December 1903]
[Editor: This poem, by Harold Mercer, was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 24 December 1903.] Christmas is Christmas still! [For The Bulletin.] What though the fare is humbler than of yore, The lordly turkey missing from the board, Awhile we’ll smite … [Read more...] about Christmas is Christmas still! [poem by Harold Mercer, 24 December 1903]
The Exiles [by Alice Grant Rosman, 3 January 1903]
[Editor: This article, by Alice Grant Rosman, was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 3 January 1903.] The Exiles. [For The Bulletin.] When the hot Australian Christmas Day is over and the sun sinks to its crimson death, the elders take their chairs to the shadowy … [Read more...] about The Exiles [by Alice Grant Rosman, 3 January 1903]
Christmas games [17 December 1887]
[Editor: This article, regarding Christmas, was published in the “Stray notes” section in The Week (Brisbane, Qld.), 17 December 1887.] Christmas games. However sober-sided people allowed the hilarious mirth which old Father Christmas always presides over is still a … [Read more...] about Christmas games [17 December 1887]
Christmas cold [17 December 1887]
[Editor: This article, regarding Christmas, was published in the “Stray notes” section in The Week (Brisbane, Qld.), 17 December 1887.] Christmas cold. On Sunday next, all being well, our faithful Fahrenheit may be expected to register 120 degrees in the sun on the … [Read more...] about Christmas cold [17 December 1887]
Christmas music [17 December 1887]
[Editor: This article, regarding Christmas was published in the “Stray notes” section in The Week (Brisbane, Qld.), 17 December 1887.] Christmas music. Whatever doubt may be thrown over the genuineness of that carol which the angels sang, there can be no doubt as to its … [Read more...] about Christmas music [17 December 1887]
Christmas songs [17 December 1887]
[Editor: This article, regarding Christmas, was published in the “Stray notes” section in The Week (Brisbane, Qld.), 17 December 1887.] Christmas songs. I have determined not to write any original songs. My songs do not scan well; the feet are unequal, and the rhyme limps … [Read more...] about Christmas songs [17 December 1887]
Inseparables [17 December 1887]
[Editor: This article, regarding Christmas, was published in the “Stray notes” section in The Week (Brisbane, Qld.), 17 December 1887.] Stray Notes. By a Non-Bohemian. Inseparables. Father Christmas and Jack Frost are familiars in old England. Jack comes along with … [Read more...] about Inseparables [17 December 1887]
Christmas in Australia
As a day commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, Christmas Day (25 December) is very important to those of the Christian faith. However, the day encompasses more than Christianity, with many non-Christians partaking in celebrations on Christmas Day and during the Christmas … [Read more...] about Christmas in Australia
Christmas Morn [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 25 December 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 25 December 1878.] Christmas Morn. This is the Christmas morn, The day the Babe was born; And eighteen hundred years have waxed and … [Read more...] about Christmas Morn [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 25 December 1878]
The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
[Editor: This Christmas postcard, which incorporates a drawing of a wallaby, and a poem, is dated 18 November 1910.] The Land of the Wallaby [Front of postcard] The Land of the Wallaby Christmas Here’s to the Land of the Wallaby, The land of the Fair … [Read more...] about The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
To greet you [Christmas card, 1912]
[Editor: This Christmas card, which incorporates a poem and a drawing of a young maiden holding an Australian flag, is dated 1912.] To greet you [Front of postcard] To greet you Industry and prosperity Advance Australia [Description: A drawing of a … [Read more...] about To greet you [Christmas card, 1912]
Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of a heart, is estimated to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Best … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
Cousin Cassie’s Letter to Women [21 January 1937]
[Editor: These items are extracts from the “Cousin Cassie’s Letter to Women” section, published in Gundagai Independent (Gundagai, NSW), 21 January 1937.] Cousin Cassie’s Letter to Women DEAR READERS: The ingenuity of those who think out new Christmas gifts each year … [Read more...] about Cousin Cassie’s Letter to Women [21 January 1937]
HMAS Canberra, Christmas card [circa 1929-1941]
[Editor: This Christmas card, with a photo of HMAS Canberra, and bearing the HMAS Canberra badge, includes the British flag (Union Jack) and the Australian flag (blue ensign). The card is undated, but was presumably printed between 1929-1941.] [HMAS Canberra, Christmas … [Read more...] about HMAS Canberra, Christmas card [circa 1929-1941]
Another photo of our clique [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital, was sent by a soldier to his mother, during the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] Another photo of our clique [Front of … [Read more...] about Another photo of our clique [First World War postcard, with a photo of a group of wounded Australian soldiers in a hospital]
An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters [letter from L. E. Homfray, 29 November 1929]
[Editor: This letter to the editor, written by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Wingham Chronicle, and Manning River Observer (Wingham, NSW), 29 November 1929.] An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters. To the Editor “Wingham Chronicle.” Sir, — Once again I … [Read more...] about An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters [letter from L. E. Homfray, 29 November 1929]
Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving Christmas greetings, includes the Australian flag (blue ensign) and a photo of Australian soldiers marching. The postcard is from the era of World War One (1914-1918); it is possible that the soldiers marching could be part of a 1919 … [Read more...] about Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]
What Would You Like? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 21 December 1929]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray was published in The Farmer and Settler (Sydney, NSW), 21 December 1929.] What Would You Like? Last night when I was fast asleep Old Daddy Christmas came, He woke me up and said to me: “Now tell me what’s your … [Read more...] about What Would You Like? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 21 December 1929]
Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 23 December 1921.] Echoes of the Christmas Bells. Once again the bells are ringing, Pealing out with joyful voice, Telling us of peace and gladness, Bidding every heart … [Read more...] about Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]
[Editor: This religious poem by L. E. Homfray, about the birth of Jesus Christ, was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 17 December 1920.] The Christmas Vision. Long we searched through every palace, Where the royal princes dwell, Seeking for the King … [Read more...] about The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]
A Christmas Welcome [poem, 21 December 1878]
[Editor: A poem published in The Australian Town and Country Journal, 21 December 1878.] A Christmas Welcome. Though I come not with ivy and holly, And the snows of the fierce northern yule, Nor the jovial frolicsome folly, Of the Abbot and Lord of misrule! — Yet my … [Read more...] about A Christmas Welcome [poem, 21 December 1878]
A Christmas Greeting to K. B. [poem by Joseph Furphy]
[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916). The poem was written for Kate Baker.] A Christmas Greeting to K. B. While changing Seasons run their course, Controlled and guided from above, It is thy part to re-inforce The … [Read more...] about A Christmas Greeting to K. B. [poem by Joseph Furphy]
A Christmas Hymn [poem by Joseph Furphy]
[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] A Christmas Hymn. The Seraph-song of morning’s prime That hail’d Messiah’s birth, The charter of a coming time When Love shall rule the earth, Rings from yon far Judaean hill … [Read more...] about A Christmas Hymn [poem by Joseph Furphy]
An Australian Father Christmas [poem, 23 December 1932]
[Editor: A poem published in The Northern Argus, 23 December 1932.] An Australian Father Christmas. (By George White.) I think it is a shame, and I feel we’re all to blame; The way we copy England it’s absurd; But the worst of all the lot is the bit of Tommy rot; I … [Read more...] about An Australian Father Christmas [poem, 23 December 1932]