[Editor: This article, by James Nagle, was published in Architecture (Sydney, NSW), 1 December 1930.] Evolution of Australian architecture Mid-day lecture delivered at the Institute of Architects’ Annual Exhibition By Mr. James Nangle O.B.E., F.R.A.S. The evolution … [Read more...] about Evolution of Australian architecture [by James Nagle, 1 December 1930]
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The Jap. on the horizon [The Bulletin, 22 June 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding White Australia, Joseph Chamberlain (the UK’s Secretary of State for the Colonies), and the British government’s rejection of the Sugar Works Guarantee Act Amendment Bill 1901 (Qld.), was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 22 June … [Read more...] about The Jap. on the horizon [The Bulletin, 22 June 1901]
A vigorous pen [book review, 26 February 1944]
[Editor: This book review, of Advance Australia — Where? (by Brian Penton, 1943), was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 26 February 1944. The book advocated that Australia engage more fully with Asia, and called for an end to the White Australia … [Read more...] about A vigorous pen [book review, 26 February 1944]
White Australia: The Christian aspect [20 September 1924]
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White Australia policy: Menaced by conscription [12 December 1917]
[Editor: This article, regarding the issue of conscription during the First World War (1914-1918) and its connection to the White Australia Policy, was published in The Daily Standard (Brisbane, Qld.), 12 December 1917.] White Australia policy. Menaced by … [Read more...] about White Australia policy: Menaced by conscription [12 December 1917]
A White Australia: The policy defended: And luminously explained [by T. A. Coghlan, 28 March 1908]
[Editor: This article, regarding the White Australia Policy, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Launceston, Tas.), 28 March 1908.] A White Australia The policy defended. And luminously explained. The Agent-General for New South Wales (Mr T. A. Coghlan) wrote … [Read more...] about A White Australia: The policy defended: And luminously explained [by T. A. Coghlan, 28 March 1908]
Friday, December 20, 1901 [re the Immigration Restriction Bill, 20 December 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Immigration Restriction Bill, was published in The Crookwell Gazette, and Settlers’ Advocate (Crookwell, NSW), 20 December 1901. When it became law, the Immigration Restriction Act formed the foundation of the White Australia … [Read more...] about Friday, December 20, 1901 [re the Immigration Restriction Bill, 20 December 1901]
Immigration Restriction Bill: Brilliant speech by the hon. A. Deakin [14 September 1901]
[Editor: This article, reporting on a speech in federal parliament by Alfred Deakin, regarding the Immigration Restriction Bill, was published in The Toowoomba Chronicle and Darling Downs General Advertiser (Toowoomba, Qld.), 14 September 1901. When it became law, the Immigration … [Read more...] about Immigration Restriction Bill: Brilliant speech by the hon. A. Deakin [14 September 1901]
Immigration Restriction Bill [30 August 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Immigration Restriction Bill, was published in The Coolamon Echo (Coolamon, NSW), 30 August 1901. When it became law, the Immigration Restriction Act formed the foundation of the White Australia Policy.] Immigration Restriction Bill. A … [Read more...] about Immigration Restriction Bill [30 August 1901]
[“Australia was given to the free Australian people”] [re the Immigration Restriction Bill, 13 August 1901]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the Immigration Restriction Bill, is an extract from the general news section published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 13 August 1901. When it became law, the Immigration Restriction Act formed the foundation of the White Australia … [Read more...] about [“Australia was given to the free Australian people”] [re the Immigration Restriction Bill, 13 August 1901]
The sugar industry: Kanaka labour question: Dr. Maxwell’s report [12 August 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Australian sugar industry and Kanakas, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 12 August 1901.] The sugar industry. Kanaka labour question. Dr. Maxwell’s report. Brisbane, Sunday. The report of Dr. Maxwell, sugar expert … [Read more...] about The sugar industry: Kanaka labour question: Dr. Maxwell’s report [12 August 1901]
Servicemen respond to call of art: Historic record on exhibition [by Frank Fitzgerald, 27 January 1943]
[Editor: This article, regarding the fighting in Papua New Guinea during the Second World War (1939-1945), was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 27 January 1943.] Servicemen respond to call of art Historic record on exhibition By Frank Fitzgerald This … [Read more...] about Servicemen respond to call of art: Historic record on exhibition [by Frank Fitzgerald, 27 January 1943]
US general’s tribute to Australians: Heroism at Buna [27 January 1943]
[Editor: This article, regarding the fighting in Papua New Guinea during the Second World War (1939-1945), was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 27 January 1943.] US general’s tribute to Australians Heroism at Buna From Mervyn Weston, “Argus” War … [Read more...] about US general’s tribute to Australians: Heroism at Buna [27 January 1943]
Foundation Day and Australia’s progress [January 1913]
[Editor: This article, regarding Foundation Day (Australia Day), was published in The Advance Australia (Melbourne, Vic.), January 1913.] Foundation Day and Australia’s progress. By H. W. P. Brotherton, Junr. If there is any one day in the whole of the year when “pride … [Read more...] about Foundation Day and Australia’s progress [January 1913]
Proposed federation of the A.N.A.: West Australian General President’s view [by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, 15 March 1909]
[Editor: This article, by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, regarding the proposed federation of the state branches of the Australian Natives’ Association, was published in The Advance Australia (Melbourne, Vic.), 15 March 1909.] Proposed federation of the A.N.A. West Australian … [Read more...] about Proposed federation of the A.N.A.: West Australian General President’s view [by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, 15 March 1909]
The refusal of the royal assent to the Sugar Works Guarantee Act Amendment Bill [speech by Thomas Givens, Queensland Hansard, 17 July 1901]
[Editor: This speech, given by Thomas Givens (Labor Party) in the Queensland parliament, regarding the refusal of the royal assent to the Sugar Works Guarantee Act Amendment Bill (Qld.), was published in Parliamentary Debates (Hansard, State of Queensland) for 17 July … [Read more...] about The refusal of the royal assent to the Sugar Works Guarantee Act Amendment Bill [speech by Thomas Givens, Queensland Hansard, 17 July 1901]
Passing of 1924: How Bathurst behaved [The National Advocate, 1 January 1925]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Year, was published in The National Advocate (Bathurst, NSW), 1 January 1925.] Passing of 1924 How Bathurst behaved. The year 1925 has gone as years have a habit of doing, and Bathurstians stood on the threshold of the new era, … [Read more...] about Passing of 1924: How Bathurst behaved [The National Advocate, 1 January 1925]
New Year’s Eve: Seeing the old year out and ushering in the new [The Daily Telegraph, 1 January 1925]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Year, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Launceston, Tas.), 1 January 1925.] New Year’s Eve. Seeing the old year out and ushering in the new. Although the high jinks which in years gone by were regarded as inseparable from … [Read more...] about New Year’s Eve: Seeing the old year out and ushering in the new [The Daily Telegraph, 1 January 1925]
A happy and prosperous new year [The Daily Telegraph, 1 January 1925]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Year, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Launceston, Tas.), 1 January 1925.] A happy and prosperous new year Is the sincere wish of “The Daily Telegraph” for all Tasmanians. Ringing out the old and ringing in the new year is … [Read more...] about A happy and prosperous new year [The Daily Telegraph, 1 January 1925]
Welcoming the New Year: Large crowds visit city [The Argus, 1 January 1925]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Year celebrations in Melbourne (Victoria), was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 January 1925.] Welcoming the New Year. Large crowds visit city. Although larger crowds visited the city last night “to see the old year … [Read more...] about Welcoming the New Year: Large crowds visit city [The Argus, 1 January 1925]
The late Hector Lamond [by Mary Gilmore, 23 May 1947]
[Editor: This article, a tribute written by Mary Gilmore regarding Hector Lamond (1865-1947), was published in The Southern Mail (Bowral, NSW), 23 May 1947.] The late Hector Lamond The following tribute to our late Editor is from the pen of Dame Mary Gilmore, … [Read more...] about The late Hector Lamond [by Mary Gilmore, 23 May 1947]
[An Australian in London at the present time] [29 August 1862]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the medicinal properties of gum from spotted gum trees, was published in The Courier (Brisbane, Qld.), 29 August 1862.] [An Australian in London at the present time] An Australian in London at the present time, whatever claim may … [Read more...] about [An Australian in London at the present time] [29 August 1862]
Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 14): The last days of Barcroft Boake
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Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 10): Reminiscences regarding Barcroft Boake
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Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 9): Letters from Cunnamulla (Banana-land)
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