[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 18 October 1925.] Fairy Games Last night, when I was fast asleep, A little fairy came And said to me, “Oh! come and play. This very lovely game.” She took me gently by … [Read more...] about Fairy Games [poem by L. E. Homfray, 18 October 1925]
L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author)
Dollies’ Mending Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 11 October 1925.] Dollies’ Mending Day This is our dolly’s mending day. Oh, dear, what a terrible lot. I’ll run to mother’s basket to see If buttons and tape we’ve … [Read more...] about Dollies’ Mending Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 October 1925]
What Can I Do? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 4 October 1925.] What Can I Do? Will somebody tell me what I can do? I’ve read all my story books through and through. I’m tired of toys, and I’m tired of play Oh, tell … [Read more...] about What Can I Do? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
Jack and Jill [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 4 October 1925.] Jack and Jill. I’ll tell you a story of Jack and Jill, But not the ones that went up the hill. Jack was a puppy, with eyes so bright Jill was a pussycat … [Read more...] about Jack and Jill [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
My Wish For Thee [poem by L. E. H., 13 June 1924]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Albury Banner, and Wodonga Express (Albury, NSW), 13 June 1924.] My Wish For Thee. Dear child! May Sorrow never place His heavy hand upon thy brow; In years to come may Time behold Thy tranquil face as pure as … [Read more...] about My Wish For Thee [poem by L. E. H., 13 June 1924]
Five Little Pigs [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 20 September 1925.] Five Little Pigs This little pig to market was sent, And all his money foolishly spent. This is the one that never would roam, But always is happy … [Read more...] about Five Little Pigs [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
The Doll’s Hospital [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 20 September 1925.] The Doll’s Hospital All the dollies are very sick, Please will you fetch the doctor quick. Then as I think they might get worse Just ring up for a Red … [Read more...] about The Doll’s Hospital [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 23 December 1921.] Echoes of the Christmas Bells. Once again the bells are ringing, Pealing out with joyful voice, Telling us of peace and gladness, Bidding every heart … [Read more...] about Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
Our Debt of Honour [poem by L. E. H., 11 March 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in the Darling Downs Gazette (Toowoomba, Qld.), 11 March 1921.] Our Debt of Honour. They died to guard our honour, They died that we might live, And we, in very honour, Our humble homage give. They left their home and … [Read more...] about Our Debt of Honour [poem by L. E. H., 11 March 1921]
Compensation! [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 November 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 11 November 1921. It was written as a call for adequate and just compensation for Australia’s returned servicemen. This poem is written in a vernacular style.] Compensation! To … [Read more...] about Compensation! [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 November 1921]
Anzac Crosses [poem by L. E. H., 18 April 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bundaberg Mail (Bundaberg, Qld.), 18 April 1921.] Anzac Crosses. The following lines were written in reference to a special Anzac Service held in a country parish in New South Wales where the nearest relatives of … [Read more...] about Anzac Crosses [poem by L. E. H., 18 April 1921]
The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]
[Editor: This religious poem by L. E. Homfray, about the birth of Jesus Christ, was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 17 December 1920.] The Christmas Vision. Long we searched through every palace, Where the royal princes dwell, Seeking for the King … [Read more...] about The Christmas Vision [poem by L. E. Homfray, 17 December 1920]
Anzac Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 April 1920]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Southern Mail (Bowral, NSW), 23 April 1920.] Anzac Day. They died to guard our honour — They died that we might live, And we, in very honour, Ungrudgingly must give. They left their home and country And all … [Read more...] about Anzac Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 April 1920]
Late Bishop of Bathurst: To His Memory [poem by L. E. H., 24 May 1911]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bathurst Times (Bathurst, NSW), 24 May 1911.] Late Bishop of Bathurst. To His Memory. Miss L. E. Homfray forwards the following composition in memory of the late Bishop of Bathurst:— Sleeping so peacefully, … [Read more...] about Late Bishop of Bathurst: To His Memory [poem by L. E. H., 24 May 1911]
The Soldier’s Vision of Christ [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in ‘Somewhere in France’ (1917).] The Soldier’s Vision of Christ The battle was raging fierce and strong, In countless numbers the wounded lay, Beyond the reach of all human aid A boy lay breathing his life away. And … [Read more...] about The Soldier’s Vision of Christ [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in ‘Somewhere in France’ (1917).] The Mother’s Prayer Low before the Holy Altar Where the faithful knelt in prayer, Long and earnestly a mother Pleaded for the son she bare. “Jesus, Lord, in mercy keep him Through all … [Read more...] about The Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). The first item in the booklet, “The Great Sacrifice”, is a religious wartime illustration, whilst the other two items are poems. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list … [Read more...] about ‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Missions [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 16 January 1913]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Church Life (Toronto, Ontario, Canada), 16 January 1913.] Hymn for Missions. Oh! God of Heaven, and earth and sea, Our longing cry goes up to Thee, That gathered in from every land Thine own redeemed shall safely … [Read more...] about Hymn for Missions [hymn by L. E. Homfray, 16 January 1913]
Sympathy [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sympathy. Because of one dear infant head, With curls of shining gold, And little lips, now hushed for aye, And hands so still and cold. Because of one fair smiling … [Read more...] about Sympathy [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Prayer for the Wandering Sheep. Shepherd of the sheep that wander, Hear our pleading prayer, That Thy flock may all be gathered ’Neath Thy care. Some have wandered weak … [Read more...] about Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweet Innocence. Dear little maid with the earnest eyes Looking on life with solemn gaze, Holding our hearts in thy tiny hands, Cheering us with thy loving ways. What … [Read more...] about Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Some Day. Some day the darkest clouds shall brighten o’er us, And all our hopes shall full fruition see, Some day our severed hearts shall meet in gladness, Some day our … [Read more...] about Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] God’s heroes. From cottage home, and Palace Hall An army brave goes forth to war, Through every age, from every land Till time itself shall be no more. Their lives may … [Read more...] about God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] What will it Matter? When time is over, and sorrow is past, And pain and suffering are gone for aye, When seen in the light of eternal joy, How little will matter the … [Read more...] about What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Following of the Star. Lead us Holy Star of Light, Onward through the shades of night; With Thy radiance all divine O’er our darkened pathway shine. May we follow … [Read more...] about The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]