[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweethearts. Morning, bright as the summer skies, Laughing voices and love-lit eyes, Under the scented wattle bough, Pledging their love with solemn vow, Trusting the … [Read more...] about Sweethearts [poem by L. E. Homfray]
L. E. Homfray (1873-1951) (author)
Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Somewhere. Somewhere the sun is shining, Though clouds may dim our sight, Somewhere the stars of Heaven Light up the darkest night. Somewhere the birds are … [Read more...] about Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Life’s Journey. Marching along, through the storm and the sunshine, Bearing the burden and heat of the day, Striving for patience, for hope, and endurance, Praying for … [Read more...] about Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Tune 225, A. & M. Hymns. Oh! God of every nation Our cry goes up to Thee, And at Thy throne of glory We fall on bended knee. Remember not our … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Give Peace in our Time, O Lord. Tune 370, A. & M. Hymns. God of our Fathers, hear us now, Before Whose Throne all nations bow, Defend us from the … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
“The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] “The Little Wooden Ship.” It was only a poor and broken toy, It was but little wooden ship; But how strangely stirred is the mother’s heart, And white with sorrow her … [Read more...] about “The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] A Mother’s Prayer. When our hearts are sad with longing For our dear ones far away, Holy Father in Thy mercy Watch around them night and day. In the awful hour of … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
In Memory of our Fallen Heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] In Memory of our Fallen Heroes. They rest in peace! each warrior brave Each sailor ’neath the ocean wave A victory won, their arms laid down, Each faithful soul receives … [Read more...] about In Memory of our Fallen Heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sons of Australia. Sons of Australia, awaken and harken! Surely your hearts must respond to the call, Brothers arise, in the strength of your manhood Ready to fight for … [Read more...] about Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Call of the Empire. We have heard the cry of battle And answered to the call, For the soldiers of the Empire Together stand or fall. Chorus: For the glory of the … [Read more...] about The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Australians, Awake! Awake! awake! ye sons of fair Australia, Your King and country need your help to-day, A voice is calling ’mid the roar of battle, And shall not you for … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] My Wish. Oh! could I hope that words of mine One thought expressed by tongue or pen, Might bring a moment’s joy or peace Across the restless hearts of men. Could I but … [Read more...] about My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Sold for the benefit of the Red Cross … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]