[Editor: This poem by Marie E. J. Pitt was published in The Horses of the Hills and Other Verses (1911).] Reveille. Up! comrades, up! the night has flown, The dawn breaks dim and grey! The bugle-call of strife has blown! Arm! arm you for the fray! O’er hills which … [Read more...] about Reveille [poem by Marie E. J. Pitt]
Editor’s notes additional
This Bit of the World Belongs to Us [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, circa 1909]
[Editor: A song by “Dryblower” Murphy about the visit of the American fleet to Australia in 1908. Written for the pantomime “Jack & Jill” (1908), this version was based upon his song “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” (1908). From the sheet music published circa … [Read more...] about This Bit of the World Belongs to Us [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, circa 1909]
“We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, (written 1908) published circa 1924]
[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]
The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect [by P. R. Stephensen, 1936]
[Editor: The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect (1936), by P. R. Stephensen, was a significant book which promoted ideas of Australian cultural nationalism. The 55 sections, or chapters, of the book are divided into three parts, which were … [Read more...] about The Foundations of Culture in Australia: An Essay towards National Self-Respect [by P. R. Stephensen, 1936]
Taken on strength: “Aussie” [editorial, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: An editorial published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Taken on strength: “Aussie.” Here’s AUSSIE. He comes on strength of the A.I.F. full of hope and anticipation of a useful and happy sojourn with the great and valiant … [Read more...] about Taken on strength: “Aussie” [editorial, 18 January 1918]
Ilma De Murska [poem, 4 December 1875]
[Editor: A poem published in The Australian Town and Country Journal, 4 December 1875.] Ilma De Murska. Peerless music, crowned queen, Rich in dignity serene; Songstress true, thy strains divine, Wreath themselves in varying line; Volumes full, thy notes of … [Read more...] about Ilma De Murska [poem, 4 December 1875]
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]
The tale of a shirt: A tramp’s farewell [24 December 1902]
[Editor: A poem published in The Kalgoorlie Miner, 24 December 1902.] The tale of a shirt. A tramp’s farewell. (From our own correspondent.) Melbourne, Dec. 23. A shirt has been found near one of the large pools at Long Bridge Gully, Victoria Plains, with … [Read more...] about The tale of a shirt: A tramp’s farewell [24 December 1902]
To the electors of the Upper Hunter [election statement of John Robertson, 1 December 1860]
[Editor: An election advertisement regarding the candidature of John Robertson for the Legislative Assembly of New South Wales. Published in The Maitland Mercury, 1 December 1860.] To the electors of the Upper Hunter. Gentlemen — I again offer myself as a Candidate for … [Read more...] about To the electors of the Upper Hunter [election statement of John Robertson, 1 December 1860]
The Birth of Australia [poem by Percy Russell, 1889]
[Editor: A poem by Percy Russell, an English author. This work has been included in several anthologies of poetry. The earliest known appearance of this verse was in 1885.] The Birth of Australia Not ’mid the thunder of the battle guns, Not on the red field of an … [Read more...] about The Birth of Australia [poem by Percy Russell, 1889]
[’Tis misconception all] [poem by Menie Parkes]
[Editor: This poem by Menie Parkes was published in Poems (1867).] [’Tis misconception all] A philosopher said, “All the world is mad; I am the only sane man in it.” “’Tis misconception all. The world is mad, And I alone am sane.” Such the words Of England’s living … [Read more...] about [’Tis misconception all] [poem by Menie Parkes]
Poems [by Menie Parkes, 1867]
[Editor: This book of poems by Menie Parkes was published in 1867. The book included three poems with the title “Hymn”; so as to distinguish them here from one another, their initial page numbers have been inserted in square brackets after each poem’s title in the contents list. … [Read more...] about Poems [by Menie Parkes, 1867]
Sydney sixty years since [by Clarinda Sarah Thom (Menie Parkes), 13 April 1910]
[Editor: An article by by Clarinda Sarah Thom (Menie Parkes), giving her childhood reminiscences of Sydney (NSW). Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 13 April 1910.] Sydney sixty years since. A different Sydney indeed. No trams, no trains, no bridges, no mountain … [Read more...] about Sydney sixty years since [by Clarinda Sarah Thom (Menie Parkes), 13 April 1910]
Rise of the wool industry: John Macarthur’s work for Australia [chapter 10 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
[Editor: This is chapter 10 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton. Published in The Sunday Mail, 19 August 1934.] The story of Australia — X. Rise of the wool industry John Macarthur’s work for Australia The wool industry of Australia may be said to have … [Read more...] about Rise of the wool industry: John Macarthur’s work for Australia [chapter 10 of “The story of Australia” by Martin Hambleton]
The Bare Belled Ewe [song, 5 December 1891 (“Click Go the Shears”)]
[Editor: This is the earliest known printed version of “Click Go the Shears”. Published in The Bacchus Marsh Express, 5 December 1891.] The Bare Belled Ewe. (Tune — “Ring the bell, watchman.”) Oh, down at the catching pen an old shearer stands, Grasping his shears in … [Read more...] about The Bare Belled Ewe [song, 5 December 1891 (“Click Go the Shears”)]
Love’s Golden Flow [Love’s Golden Hour] [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 24 February 1894]
[Editor: A poem by Philip Durham Lorimer; also published as “Love’s Golden Hour”. Published in The Windsor and Richmond Gazette, 24 February 1894.] Love’s Golden Flow. When drifting clouds in evening bar The glory of the day, And light sinks in that light afar — A line … [Read more...] about Love’s Golden Flow [Love’s Golden Hour] [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 24 February 1894]
Love in a Cottage [poem by Daniel Deniehy, 1909 (first published 1847)]
[Editor: A poem by Daniel Deniehy.] Love in a Cottage A cottage small be mine, with porch Enwreathed with ivy green, And brightsome flowers with dew-filled bells, ’Mid brown old wattles seen. And one to wait at shut of eve, With eyes as fountain clear. And braided … [Read more...] about Love in a Cottage [poem by Daniel Deniehy, 1909 (first published 1847)]
A Dream [poem by Menie Parkes]
[Editor: This poem by Menie Parkes was published in Poems (1867). This is an expanded version of her poem “The Dream”, published in The Empire in 1855.] A Dream. I slept, I dreamt! Wouldst know my thought? Oh, that such dreams I had but sought! Methought I stood by … [Read more...] about A Dream [poem by Menie Parkes]
Karma [poem by Marie E. J. Pitt, 7 October 1905]
[Editor: A poem by Marie E. J. Pitt. Published in The Clipper, 7 October 1905.] Karma Up! comrades, up! the night has flown, The dawn breaks dim and grey! The bugle call of strife has blown! Arm! arm you for the fray! O’er hills which man’s injustice smote, The … [Read more...] about Karma [poem by Marie E. J. Pitt, 7 October 1905]
Click Go the Shears [folk music, lyrics; traditional Australian song, 1890s]
[Editor: “Click Go the Shears” is one of the most famous and iconic folk songs of Australia. With its Australian theme and wide popularity, it has become part of Australia’s folk music tradition. Click here to see some videos of this song being played. As is common with folk … [Read more...] about Click Go the Shears [folk music, lyrics; traditional Australian song, 1890s]
To the Electors of Western Australia [election statement of Henry Saunders, 24 March 1901]
[Editor: An election advertisement regarding the candidature of Henry John Saunders for the Senate in Western Australia. Published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 24 March 1901.] To the Electors of Western Australia. HENRY J. SAUNDERS, M.L.C., And EX-MAYOR of … [Read more...] about To the Electors of Western Australia [election statement of Henry Saunders, 24 March 1901]
Botany Bay [song, 1885]
[Editor: This is the text of the song from the stage show “Little Jack Sheppard”, which played in London in 1885 and in Melbourne in 1886, which went on to become a popular song in Australia. Published in Selection of Words and Music from Little Jack Sheppard: Burlesque Drama in … [Read more...] about Botany Bay [song, 1885]
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 Stockman’s Song [song, 3 June 1863]
[Editor: This song was published in The Empire (3 June 1863). It was also included in Banjo Paterson’s collection, The Old Bush Songs (1905), under the title of “The Australian Stockman”, with minor variations.] The Stockman’s Song The sun peers o’er the wooded ridge, … [Read more...] about The Stockman’s Song [song, 3 June 1863]
Relation of a Memorial [Captain de Quiros reports on Australia Incognita, ca.1607-1614, reprinted 1770]
[Editor: This is a presentation made to King Phillip II of Spain by Captain Pedro Fernandez de Quiros (a Portugese explorer working for the Spanish monarchy). It mentions “Australia del Espiritu Santo”, although Captain de Quiros was actually referring to the New Hebrides, which … [Read more...] about Relation of a Memorial [Captain de Quiros reports on Australia Incognita, ca.1607-1614, reprinted 1770]