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L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author)

Lost Opportunities [poem by L. E. Homfray, July 1915]

8 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), July 1915.] Lost Opportunities. We do not need the hand outstretched, We turn with scornful words away, But, in that day, and in that hour, Our golden chance has gone for aye. We … [Read more...] about Lost Opportunities [poem by L. E. Homfray, July 1915]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), religious poetry, SourceTrove, year1915

Our First Communion [poem by L. E. Homfray, October 1914]

8 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), October 1914.] Our First Communion. O! God, in this sweet morning hour, Thy children come to-day, With lowly faith we would draw near, Oh! send us not away. Our hearts are young, and … [Read more...] about Our First Communion [poem by L. E. Homfray, October 1914]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), religious poetry, SourceTrove, year1914

Not in Vain [poem by L. E. Homfray, October 1912]

7 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), October 1912.] Not in Vain. Oh! not in vain, that life of love, That dying prayer, While troubled souls may live in hope That love to share. Not all in vain, the agony, The … [Read more...] about Not in Vain [poem by L. E. Homfray, October 1912]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, religious poetry, SourceTrove, year1912

An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters [letter from L. E. Homfray, 29 November 1929]

5 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This letter to the editor, written by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Wingham Chronicle, and Manning River Observer (Wingham, NSW), 29 November 1929.] An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters. To the Editor “Wingham Chronicle.” Sir, — Once again I … [Read more...] about An appeal for our weaker brothers & sisters [letter from L. E. Homfray, 29 November 1929]

Filed Under: letters to the editor Tagged With: charity, Christmas, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), letter to the editor, mentally disabled, SourceTrove, year1929

Frankie, My Brother [poem by L. E. Homfray, 19 December 1925]

5 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 19 December 1925.] Frankie, My Brother Frankie is my little brother, He soon will be two years old; His eyes, they are like the blue bells, And his hair is almost gold. I tell … [Read more...] about Frankie, My Brother [poem by L. E. Homfray, 19 December 1925]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem for children, SourceTrove, year1925

Baby’s Name [poem by L. E. Homfray, 5 December 1925]

5 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 5 December 1925.] Baby’s Name I’m a little baby, Nearly two years old, Sometimes very naughty, Sometimes good as gold. “What a darling baby!” All my aunties say, When they … [Read more...] about Baby’s Name [poem by L. E. Homfray, 5 December 1925]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem for children, SourceTrove, year1925

I Want to Know [poem by L. E. Homfray, 14 November 1925]

5 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 14 November 1925.] I Want to Know I want to know about Baby Bunting, And whether her daddy still goes hunting; Then tell me the story of Jack and Jill, And why did they tumble … [Read more...] about I Want to Know [poem by L. E. Homfray, 14 November 1925]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem for children, SourceTrove, year1925

Voices of Anzac [song by L. E. Homfray, August 1917]

5 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), August 1917.] Voices of Anzac. Upon the shores of Anzac In many a nameless grave, Australia’s sons are sleeping, Her heroes, true and brave. The call to arms was sounding, And in … [Read more...] about Voices of Anzac [song by L. E. Homfray, August 1917]

Filed Under: songs Tagged With: Anzac poetry, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), patriotic poetry, SourceTrove, year1917

The best Christmas story: The old, old story [by L. E. Homfray, 30 December 1924]

4 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This article by L. E. Homfray was published in Daylight (Adelaide, SA), 30 December 1924.] The Best Christmas Story. The old, old story. “Tell me the story always, If you would really be In any time of trouble A comforter to me.” Despite all our … [Read more...] about The best Christmas story: The old, old story [by L. E. Homfray, 30 December 1924]

Filed Under: articles Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), religion, SourceTrove, year1924

Christ the King [hymn by Lucy E. Homfray, 22 December 1942]

3 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), 22 December 1942.] Christ the King. Christ, the King of Glory, At Thy feet I kneel, To Thy gracious mercy Humbly I appeal. Christ, the King of Heaven, Hear me, as I plead, For my … [Read more...] about Christ the King [hymn by Lucy E. Homfray, 22 December 1942]

Filed Under: songs Tagged With: hymn, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), religious poetry, SourceTrove, year1942

The economies of Binks [short story by L. E. Homfray, 9 December 1921]

2 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by L. E. Homfray was published in The Capricornian (Rockhampton, Qld.), 9 December 1921. It was written in the Australian vernacular.] The economies of Binks. (By L. E. Homfray.) “Now just you listen to this ’ere ’int, ’ow to make 18s. do the … [Read more...] about The economies of Binks [short story by L. E. Homfray, 9 December 1921]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: feminism, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), short story, SourceTrove, vernacular text, year1921

Heart of a child [short story by L. E. Homfray, 20 October 1920]

2 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This short story by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Mail (Sydney, NSW), 20 October 1920.] Heart of a child. Athol Gordon sat in his study writing, but somehow his thoughts would wander from the manuscript before him to a letter he had received that day … [Read more...] about Heart of a child [short story by L. E. Homfray, 20 October 1920]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), publication The Sydney Mail (Sydney), short story, SourceTrove, year1920

Hymn for Absent Soldiers and Sailors [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 1915]

1 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This hymn, words written by L. E. Homfray, with music by Maud Ingoldby, was published as a single-sided leaflet in 1915.] Sold for the Benefit of the Red Cross Fund. Hymn for Absent Soldiers and Sailors. M. INGOLDBY. [music notes] Lord, we plead for … [Read more...] about Hymn for Absent Soldiers and Sailors [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 1915]

Filed Under: sheet music, songs Tagged With: hymn, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), leaflet, songs patriotic, SourceAustralianWarMemorial, World War One (1914-1918), year1915

Unfaltering to the End [poem by L. E. Homfray, 1918]

1 February 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray, produced in a pamphlet format, was published in 1918.] Unfaltering to the End. By L. E. Homfray Price 2d. 1/6 per doz. Proceeds for A.I.F. Memorial Further copies can be obtained from Miss Homfray, … [Read more...] about Unfaltering to the End [poem by L. E. Homfray, 1918]

Filed Under: books booklets pamphlets, poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), pamphlet, SourceTrove, Unfaltering to the End (L. E. Homfray 1918), war poetry and military poetry, World War One (1914-1918), year1918

Hymn for Airmen [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 31 July 1940]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This hymn, written during the Second World War (1939-1945), by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Manning River Times and Advocate for the Northern Coast Districts of New South Wales (Taree, NSW), 31 July 1940.] Hymn for Airmen. Tune: Old Hundredth. Oh! Thou … [Read more...] about Hymn for Airmen [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 31 July 1940]

Filed Under: songs Tagged With: hymn, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), songs patriotic, SourceTrove, year1940

A Song of Youth [song by L. E. Homfray, 20 July 1937]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 20 July 1937.] A Song of Youth. The world is ours, and our hearts are light, Join with us in a happy song. The spirit of youth is ours to-day, Merrily, merrily, march … [Read more...] about A Song of Youth [song by L. E. Homfray, 20 July 1937]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), song, SourceTrove, year1937

Dreams [poem by L. E. Homfray, 12 January 1937]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 12 January 1937.] Dreams. When dreams come true, my dearest — When heart meets heart again, Shall we forget the parting — Shall we forget the pain? Those days of dark … [Read more...] about Dreams [poem by L. E. Homfray, 12 January 1937]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, SourceTrove, year1937

Childhood [poem by L. E. Homfray, 1 September 1936]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 1 September 1936.] Childhood. Two clinging hands encircle mine, Two dimpled hands, so soft and small. Yet, by the wondrous power of love, They hold my heart in willing … [Read more...] about Childhood [poem by L. E. Homfray, 1 September 1936]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, SourceTrove, year1936

Some of Life’s Joys [poem by L. E. Homfray, 31 May 1934]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 31 May 1934.] Some of Life’s Joys. A shower of rain on the sun-scorched land, The roar of surf, as it greets the sand, A joyous song of some sweet-voiced bird, The flutter of … [Read more...] about Some of Life’s Joys [poem by L. E. Homfray, 31 May 1934]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, recommended poetry, SourceTrove, year1934

Riches [poem by L. E. Homfray, 12 April 1934]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 12 April 1934.] Riches. No worldly wealth or fame is mine, Yet at my door Stand Joy and Hope with outstretched hands, I ask no more. Each little sweet-voiced bird that … [Read more...] about Riches [poem by L. E. Homfray, 12 April 1934]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, SourceTrove, year1934

Two Little Hands [poem by L. E. Homfray, 22 March 1934]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 22 March 1934.] Two Little Hands. Two little hands, at break of day, Smooth the lines off my tired face, Two little arms encircle me, Folding me close in Love’s … [Read more...] about Two Little Hands [poem by L. E. Homfray, 22 March 1934]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, SourceTrove, year1934

If You Were Me [poem by L. E. Homfray, 7 November 1925]

15 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 7 November 1925,.] If You Were Me If you were me, and I were you, How funny that would be; Because I should be very old, And you’d be only three! If I were you, … [Read more...] about If You Were Me [poem by L. E. Homfray, 7 November 1925]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, poem for children, SourceTrove, year1925

What Would You Like? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 21 December 1929]

14 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray was published in The Farmer and Settler (Sydney, NSW), 21 December 1929.] What Would You Like? Last night when I was fast asleep Old Daddy Christmas came, He woke me up and said to me: “Now tell me what’s your … [Read more...] about What Would You Like? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 21 December 1929]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: Christmas, Christmas poetry, L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, poem for children, SourceTrove, year1929

The New Maid [poem by L. E. Homfray, 24 November 1928]

14 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 24 November 1928.] The New Maid. I’d very much like to be your maid, One shilling a week I must be paid; I’m tired of school, and I’m tired of play, I’ll work so hard if … [Read more...] about The New Maid [poem by L. E. Homfray, 24 November 1928]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, poem for children, SourceTrove, year1928

Off to Manly [poem by L. E. Homfray, 25 October 1925]

14 March 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 25 October 1925.] Off to Manly To Manly beach I am going, With my little bucket and spade, If Tommy won’t walk any faster We’ll miss the boat I’m afraid, What have I got … [Read more...] about Off to Manly [poem by L. E. Homfray, 25 October 1925]

Filed Under: poetry for children Tagged With: L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author), poem, poem for children, SourceTrove, year1925

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