[Editor: A song by “Dryblower” Murphy about the visit of the American fleet to Australia in 1908. From the sheet music published circa 1924.] “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” Written and Composed by “Dryblower” Murphy. Ship O’ war from Yankee land, anchor’d in the … [Read more...] about “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, (written 1908) published circa 1924]
Dryblower Murphy (1866-1939) (author)
[We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] [poem, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem included in “Dryblower” Murphy’s “Verse and Worse” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] [We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] The Melbourne Trades Hall officials last Thursday considered that the “stewards’ strike … [Read more...] about [We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] [poem, 23 January 1921]
“Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] “Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” All countries have their courtesies, Verboseness and vernaculars, As varied as the plants and trees Upon this mundane orb or Mars. All nations … [Read more...] about “Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Proclaim it from the Steeple] [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem printed in “Dryblower” Murphy’s “Verse and Worse” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] [Proclaim it from the steeple] In a recent court case over East a boarding-house keeper refused to pay a housemaid’s wages on the ground … [Read more...] about [Proclaim it from the Steeple] [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
Vale, “Crosscut”! [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 25 January 1925]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy about the poet Thomas Henry Wilson, known as “Crosscut”, who died on 10 January 1925. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 25 January 1925.] Vale, “Crosscut”! Ceased is your singing, silent your song, Good-bye to your galloping … [Read more...] about Vale, “Crosscut”! [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 25 January 1925]
For the Senate: “Dryblower” Murphy’s campaign: Opening broadcast address [2 September 1934]
[Editor: The text of “Dryblower” Murphy’s election broadcast, published in The Sunday Times, 2 September 1934.] For the Senate “Dryblower” Murphy’s campaign Opening broadcast address Through broadcast station 6PR, Mr. E. G. Murphy opened his Senatorial election … [Read more...] about For the Senate: “Dryblower” Murphy’s campaign: Opening broadcast address [2 September 1934]
A Call to the Heart [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 26 September 1909]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Verse and Worse” column in The Sunday Times, 26 September 1909.] A Call to the Heart. London cable:— “On Sunday the newly-appointed Archbishop of Sydney preached his farewell sermon at Manchester Cathedral. The … [Read more...] about A Call to the Heart [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 26 September 1909]
What “Dryblower” said: The Aliens [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 17 November 1935]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Verse and Worse” column in The Sunday Times, 17 November 1935.] What “Dryblower” said. The following poem, written by “Dryblower” a long way over 30 years ago, is as true to-day as then. The slow, insidious creep-in … [Read more...] about What “Dryblower” said: The Aliens [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 17 November 1935]
‘Sweet Boronia’: A story of a woman’s sacrifice [short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, 13 August 1922]
[Editor: A short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The Sunday Times, 13 August 1922.] ‘Sweet Boronia’ A story of a woman’s sacrifice By Dryblower Should you ever go to Albany, ask for Peter. Tell him you know of Sweet Boronia, and hear his story. You will … [Read more...] about ‘Sweet Boronia’: A story of a woman’s sacrifice [short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, 13 August 1922]
The Aliens [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 8 May 1904]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Verse and Worse” column in The Sunday Times, 8 May 1904.] The Aliens. By Dryblower. They come not as an open foe To loot the land with steel and fire, No barricades to dust they blow, Or make each home a lurid … [Read more...] about The Aliens [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 8 May 1904]
To Whom It May Concern [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 21 April 1901.] To Whom It May Concern. By Dryblower. A Federal invitation was sent from Melbourne to a Mayor in this State, inviting … [Read more...] about To Whom It May Concern [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
[’Tis Certain as Sin] [poem, 21 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 21 April 1901.] [’Tis Certain as Sin] China cable: “Sir E. V. Satow, the British Ambassador, finds it impossible to deal with … [Read more...] about [’Tis Certain as Sin] [poem, 21 April 1901]
“Second Nature” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 21 April 1901.] “Second Nature.” By Dryblower. The man from Boulder City came To stay in Perth. Within the Swan his skin he rid Of that which his complexion hid — Brown mother … [Read more...] about “Second Nature” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
For Better or Worse [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 21 April 1901.] For Better or Worse. By Dryblower. Next Wednesday’s elections decide Whether Leake is the chosen for West, Or … [Read more...] about For Better or Worse [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 21 April 1901]
Petherick Pilloried [poem by Dryblower, 14 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “'Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 14 April 1901.] Petherick Pilloried. By Dryblower. (“Perth suffers under various ills and inflictions, not the least of which is … [Read more...] about Petherick Pilloried [poem by Dryblower, 14 April 1901]
’93 and ’99 [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 31 December 1899]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Acta Diurna” column of The West Australian Sunday Times, 31 December 1899.] [’93 and ’99] Mr. “Dryblower” Murphy, the poet laureate of the goldfields, who recently returned from a protracted visit to England, and … [Read more...] about ’93 and ’99 [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 31 December 1899]
Interview with a returned Westralian: Interesting chat with Mr. E. G. Murphy [17 September 1899]
[Editor: An interview with “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The West Australian Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 17 September 1899.] Interview with a returned Westralian. Interesting chat with Mr. E. G. Murphy. About Westralians in London — London Stock Exchange tactics — … [Read more...] about Interview with a returned Westralian: Interesting chat with Mr. E. G. Murphy [17 September 1899]
“Snazelleparilla” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 17 September 1899]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 17 September 1899.] “Snazelleparilla.” Mr. G. H. Snazelle, the popular operatic singer and monologue entertainer, some time back published a beautifully got up edition of quips and … [Read more...] about “Snazelleparilla” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 17 September 1899]
When New Year’s Day Comes Round [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 1 January 1939]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 1 January 1939.] When New Year’s Day Comes Round (By Dryblower.) Time registers another notch On his eternal track. His cohorts keep his ward and watch In castle and in shack. Since … [Read more...] about When New Year’s Day Comes Round [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 1 January 1939]
Edwin Greenslade Murphy (“Dryblower”)
[Editor: This article provides biographical information about Edwin Greenslade Murphy (“Dryblower”); for various works by him, click here.] Edwin Greenslade Murphy, who wrote under the name of “Dryblower”, was a popular author and poet, especially in the state of Western … [Read more...] about Edwin Greenslade Murphy (“Dryblower”)
The “Pro.”: A goldfields character [short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, 1 February 1903]
[Editor: A short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 1 February 1903.] The “Pro.” A goldfields character By Dryblower. Few disputed the claim of the “Professor” — or “Pro” as he was more commonly called — to the title of … [Read more...] about The “Pro.”: A goldfields character [short story by “Dryblower” Murphy, 1 February 1903]