[Editor: This poem by John Neilson (1844-1922), regarding the Eureka Rebellion, was published in The Labor Call (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 December 1938.] The Men of the Fifties A book of verse by the late John Neilson, father of poet John Shaw Neilson, is in the course of … [Read more...] about The Men of the Fifties [poem by John Neilson (senior), 1 December 1938]
John Neilson (1844-1922) (author)
“The Pioneers”: John Neilson’s patriotic poem: Correct version supplied [revised poem by John Neilson (senior), 4 December 1910]
[Editor: This poem by John Neilson (1844-1922) was published in The Sun (Kalgoorlie, WA), 4 December 1910. This version of the poem has only some relatively significant differences, compared to the 1893 version of the poem.] “The Pioneers.” John Neilson’s patriotic … [Read more...] about “The Pioneers”: John Neilson’s patriotic poem: Correct version supplied [revised poem by John Neilson (senior), 4 December 1910]
Ernest Giles [revised poem by John Neilson (senior), 4 December 1910]
[Editor: This poem by John Neilson (1844-1922), about the explorer Ernest Giles (1835-1897), was published in The Sun (Kalgoorlie, WA), 4 December 1910. This version of the poem differs significantly to the 1905 version of the poem.] A reference to Ernest Giles in the … [Read more...] about Ernest Giles [revised poem by John Neilson (senior), 4 December 1910]
Ernest Giles [poem by J. (John) Neilson (senior), 18 January 1905]
[Editor: This poem, about the explorer Ernest Giles (1835-1897), written by John Neilson (1844-1922), was published in The Coolgardie Miner (Coolgardie, WA), 18 January 1905. Another version of this poem, with some significant differences, was published in 1910.] Ernest … [Read more...] about Ernest Giles [poem by J. (John) Neilson (senior), 18 January 1905]
Eastertide [poem by John Neilson (senior), 20 April 1895]
[Editor: This poem by John Neilson (1844-1922) was published in The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), 20 April 1895.] Eastertide. I. He lieth calm, and white, and very still, The mountain rocks and trembles on its seat, The dews of night the lily’s petals fill, The city … [Read more...] about Eastertide [poem by John Neilson (senior), 20 April 1895]
The Pioneers [poem by J. (John) Neilson (senior), 1893]
[Editor: This poem by John Neilson (1844-1922) was published in Prize Poems, Essay, Novelette and Manuscript Magazine: From the Competition Held in Connection with the Australian Natives’ National Fete, Exhibition Building, January 26, 1893 (1893). Another version of this poem … [Read more...] about The Pioneers [poem by J. (John) Neilson (senior), 1893]
Correspondence: The Song of the Shearer [letter from John Neilson (senior), 19 January 1887]
[Editor: This letter from John Neilson (1844-1922) was published in The Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld.), 19 January 1887. Neilson also sent a similar letter to the The Capricornian (Rockhampton, Qld.), which was published on 22 January 1887.] Correspondence. The Song … [Read more...] about Correspondence: The Song of the Shearer [letter from John Neilson (senior), 19 January 1887]
The Harvest of the Flock [song by John Neilson (senior), 19 January 1887]
[Editor: This song by John Neilson (1844-1922) was published in The Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld.), 19 January 1887.] The Harvest of the Flock. Air “Babies on the Block.” Ho! brothers join in a song, and this our song shall be; Oh let it shout the chorus till it … [Read more...] about The Harvest of the Flock [song by John Neilson (senior), 19 January 1887]
The Song of the Shearer [song by John Neilson (senior), 6 November 1886]
[Editor: This song by John Neilson (1844-1922), with alterations by Cecil W. P. Poole, was published in The Adelaide Observer (Adelaide, SA), 6 November 1886. The original version of the song, “Waiting for the Rain”, by John Neilson, was first published in 1878.] The Song of … [Read more...] about The Song of the Shearer [song by John Neilson (senior), 6 November 1886]
The Lancer Charge at Ulundi [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 14 January 1880]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 14 January 1880.] The Lancer Charge at Ulundi. The Lancers stood by their horse’s heads, Hemmed in by the hollow square, Though some of our … [Read more...] about The Lancer Charge at Ulundi [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 14 January 1880]
Sunbeams [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 26 July 1879]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 26 July 1879.] Sunbeams. Sunbeams failing on the streamlets, And the drowsy dreamy woodlands; Sunbeams on the wide lone ocean, And the … [Read more...] about Sunbeams [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 26 July 1879]
A Birthday Ode [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 24 May 1879]
[Editor: This poem, about the birthday of Queen Victoria (born 24 May 1819), written by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 24 May 1879.] A Birthday Ode. This is Victoria’s natal day, Raise high your … [Read more...] about A Birthday Ode [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 24 May 1879]
Home [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 29 March 1879]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 29 March 1879.] Home. I’ve seen the sunlight fade and die In yonder western arch afar, Where streaming glories lit the sky, While softly … [Read more...] about Home [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 29 March 1879]
Via Dolorosa [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 1 March 1879]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 1 March 1879.] Via Dolorosa. Via Dolorosa! Street of woe Path of sorrow, long years ago; Bearing His cross o’er thy flinty, road, This is … [Read more...] about Via Dolorosa [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 1 March 1879]
Lines on the Death of Sergeant Kennedy [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 1 January 1879]
[Editor: This poem, about the shooting of police sergeant Michael Kennedy by Ned Kelly, written by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 1 January 1879.] Lines on the Death of Sergeant Kennedy. So here … [Read more...] about Lines on the Death of Sergeant Kennedy [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 1 January 1879]
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]
Waiting for the Rain [song by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 23 November 1878]
[Editor: This song by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 23 November 1878. The song was published elsewhere, under several titles, including “Another Fall of Rain”, “Shearer’s Song”, and “The Song of the … [Read more...] about Waiting for the Rain [song by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 23 November 1878]
The Cloud City [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 16 November 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 16 November 1878.] The Cloud City. In the deep bright blue of the evening skies, When the sun’s half sunk in his ocean home, Like some vast … [Read more...] about The Cloud City [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 16 November 1878]
When the Almond Sheds its Blossoms [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 16 October 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 16 October 1878.] When the Almond Sheds its Blossoms. Ere the grass begins to wither, Ere the sun-bleached fields grow white, When the winds … [Read more...] about When the Almond Sheds its Blossoms [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 16 October 1878]
Found Dead [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 28 September 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 28 September 1878.] Found Dead. (Composed on the remains lately found in the forest at Nangwarry.) A little aside from the sandy road, By … [Read more...] about Found Dead [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 28 September 1878]
When the Shadows Flee Away [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 28 August 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 28 August 1878.] When the Shadows Flee Away. Shadows that gather in the misty light, In the silent hours of the starry night: Shadows that … [Read more...] about When the Shadows Flee Away [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 28 August 1878]
Peace [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 3 August 1878]
[Editor: This poem, about the Crimean War (1853-1856), by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 3 August 1878.] Peace. Peace on earth to the nations, Peace and goodwill to men; How oft has the angel’s … [Read more...] about Peace [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 3 August 1878]
The Bellbird [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 10 July 1878]
[Editor: This poem by “R.G.S.” — a pseudonym of John Neilson (1844-1922) — was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 10 July 1878.] The Bellbird. When the woods are steeped in the sleepy mist, In the drowsy heat of the afternoon, And the sunlight streams … [Read more...] about The Bellbird [poem by R. G. S. (John Neilson, senior), 10 July 1878]