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Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author)

“The Burns Myth” [by Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy), 22 August 1896]

30 January 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This letter to the editor from Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 22 August 1896. It was written in reply to two letters which appeared in The Bulletin, on 1 August 1896, and 15 August 1896.] “The Burns Myth.” “Tom Collins” … [Read more...] about “The Burns Myth” [by Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy), 22 August 1896]

Filed Under: letters to the editor Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), publication The Bulletin (Sydney), Robert Burns (1759-1796) (subject), SourceTrove, Tom Collins, year1896

Black Australia [by Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy), 30 October 1902]

25 January 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This letter to the editor from Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 30 October 1902. It was written in reply to an article, by Archibald Meston, which appeared in The Bulletin on 16 August 1902.] Black Australia. Meston is … [Read more...] about Black Australia [by Tom Collins (Joseph Furphy), 30 October 1902]

Filed Under: letters to the editor Tagged With: Aboriginal weapons, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), publication The Bulletin (Sydney), SourceTrove, year1902

“The Mythical Sundowner” [by Warrigal Jack (Joseph Furphy), 5 October 1889]

24 January 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This letter to the editor from “Warrigal Jack” (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 5 October 1889. It was written in reply to an article which appeared in The Bulletin on 14 September 1889.] “The Mythical Sundowner.” Dear Bulletin, — I … [Read more...] about “The Mythical Sundowner” [by Warrigal Jack (Joseph Furphy), 5 October 1889]

Filed Under: letters to the editor Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), letter to the editor, publication The Bulletin (Sydney), SourceTrove, swagmen, year1889

The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 3 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 8 February 1908]

12 June 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Western Mail (Perth, WA), 8 February 1908. The story was printed in three parts; part 1 appeared on 25 January 1908, part 2 on 1 February 1908, and part 3 on 8 February 1908.] The discovery of … [Read more...] about The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 3 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 8 February 1908]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: gold prospecting, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), short story, SourceTrove, Tom Collins, year1908

The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 2 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 1 February 1908]

12 June 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Western Mail (Perth, WA), 1 February 1908. The story was printed in three parts; part 1 appeared on 25 January 1908, part 2 on 1 February 1908, and part 3 on 8 February 1908.] The discovery of … [Read more...] about The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 2 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 1 February 1908]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: gold prospecting, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), short story, SourceTrove, Tom Collins, year1908

The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 1 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 25 January 1908]

12 June 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Western Mail (Perth, WA), 25 January 1908. The story was printed in three parts; part 1 appeared on 25 January 1908, part 2 on 1 February 1908, and part 3 on 8 February 1908.] The discovery of … [Read more...] about The discovery of Christmas Reef [part 1 of 3; by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), 25 January 1908]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: gold prospecting, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), short story, SourceTrove, Tom Collins, year1908

A vignette of Port Phillip [by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), September 1906

6 June 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy) was published in Steele Rudd’s Magazine (Brisbane, Qld.), September 1906.] A vignette of Port Phillip. (For Steele Rudd’s Magazine.) If the heaven of the hedonist be found (as some think) in idyllic conditions … [Read more...] about A vignette of Port Phillip [by “Tom Collins” (Joseph Furphy), September 1906

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: Australian Aborigines, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), short story, SourceJASAL, Tom Collins, year1906

Time [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916). This poem was the last in the book, as indicated by the word “Finis” at the top of the page.] Finis. Time. O Time! Time! Time! Thou wondrous mystery! Within whose rune and … [Read more...] about Time [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Editor’s notes additional, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Elegy on Lincoln [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Elegy on Lincoln. Lincoln is gone — who ruled the Western Land From the Pacific to the Atlantic’s brim — And cold and nerveless lies the mighty hand That struck the fetters from … [Read more...] about Elegy on Lincoln [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) (subject), Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

The Death of President Lincoln [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] The Death of President Lincoln. (A Romance.) December 11th, 1867. The fleecy clouds had passed away Before the bright approach of day, And now the morning’s radiance … [Read more...] about The Death of President Lincoln [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Abraham Lincoln (1809-1865) (subject), Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

“Are You the Cove?” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] “Are You the Cove?” “Are you the Cove?” He spoke the words As freeman only can. The squatter freezingly inquir’d, “What do you mean, my man?” “Are you the Cove?” His voice was … [Read more...] about “Are You the Cove?” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Editor’s notes additional, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Breaking the News [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Breaking the News. Johnny’s drowned — here’s his clo’es Where he’s got to, we dunno; Sure enough, he never rose; So we thought we’d let you know. Gosh! the fright has knocked us … [Read more...] about Breaking the News [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Autograph Verses [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Autograph Verses. (Written on board “Kyarra,” bound for W.A.) For Miss Eliza Cook. “Prove what Life can give of gladness; Seek for aught that merits trust — All thy mirth will … [Read more...] about Autograph Verses [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

What the Heart of the Poet Said to the “Bulletin” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] What the Heart of the Poet Said to the “Bulletin.” Tell me not in future numbers That our thought becomes inane, That our metre halts and lumbers, When the Wattle blooms … [Read more...] about What the Heart of the Poet Said to the “Bulletin” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

In Memoriam [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] In Memoriam. (February, 1879.) A gentle loving thoughtful boy, But happy, gay and bright: A gleam of sunshine from the sky That filled a home with light. And whether busied … [Read more...] about In Memoriam [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Impromptu Lines [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Impromptu Lines. Deem not this wielder of this pen The happiest bloque alive, For I am only five-foot-ten, And ye are ten-foot-five. Wherefore I clothe myself in jute, And … [Read more...] about Impromptu Lines [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

A S.S.T.’s Lament [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] A S.S.T.’s Lament. Would I were a profit monger, Buying cheap, and selling dear, Groceries, or something stronger, Toys, or pipes, or sporting gear, Wrong, maybe, but ain’t it … [Read more...] about A S.S.T.’s Lament [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Editor’s notes additional, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

A Christmas Greeting to K. B. [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[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]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas poetry, Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Birthday Lines to K. B. [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916). The poem was written for Kate Baker, who was born on 23 April 1861.] Birthday Lines to K. B. Life is a Poem, short or long, A dismal Dirge, or jovial Song, A Psalm of faith, or Lay … [Read more...] about Birthday Lines to K. B. [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Lines for Lizer-Jane’s Album [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Lines for Lizer-Jane’s Album. (Miss Drewitt.) No two leaves that wave in Arden, No two grass blades on the plain, No two flowers that gem the garden, Show as twins in form or … [Read more...] about Lines for Lizer-Jane’s Album [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

The Fly in the Ointment [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] The Fly in the Ointment. (“Bulletin,” March, 1900.) When the great Creator fashion’d us, and saw that we were good, He commission’d us to dominate the planet as it stood. But His … [Read more...] about The Fly in the Ointment [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

“The Schoolhouse on the Plain” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] “The Schoolhouse on the Plain.” (From “An Idyll of the Wimmera.”) On the geodetic line, where the parish boundaries join At a level and interminable lane You can see it there, … [Read more...] about “The Schoolhouse on the Plain” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

“The Bullfrog Bell” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] “The Bullfrog Bell.” Now the truce of night brings respite to the sordid care of day, And in listlessness I pace the river side, Where the solitude is wounded by no lighted window’s … [Read more...] about “The Bullfrog Bell” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

“The Gumsucker’s Dirge” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] “The Gumsucker’s Dirge.” Sing the evil days we see, and the worse that are to be, In such doggerel as dejection will allow, We are pilgrims, sorrow-led, with no Beulah on ahead, No … [Read more...] about “The Gumsucker’s Dirge” [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

Virtues that Pay [poem by Joseph Furphy]

30 June 2015 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by Joseph Furphy was published in The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916).] Virtues that Pay. You argue — as sympathy governs your bias — That Wisdom distributes the capon and crust, Indulging the sinful, and stinting the pious, Or starving the wicked, and … [Read more...] about Virtues that Pay [poem by Joseph Furphy]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: Joseph Furphy (1843-1912) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Poems of Joseph Furphy (1916), year1916

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