[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a man crossing a bridge with a horse and cart (with a kangaroo made from metal), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] “Good … [Read more...] about Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]
postcard poetry
Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a koala in a tree, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the 1940s or 1950s.] [Front of postcard] Native Bear. When the moon is brightly shining And all things seem wondrous … [Read more...] about Native Bear [postcard, circa 1940s-1950s]
A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a picture of a child with the Union Jack and the Australian Red Ensign, is postmarked 4 January 1917 (Sydney).] [Front of postcard] A Bright & Happy New Year Take this New Year Greeting From one who holds you … [Read more...] about A Bright & Happy New Year [postcard, 4 January 1917]
A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is dated 27 June 1911.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. The Bush without it’s Gum Leaves (Although it’s lost this one) Would be … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 3, 27 June 1911]
A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 2, circa 1907]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1907.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. A good old Gum … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 2, circa 1907]
A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 1, circa 1907]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a map of mainland Australia (with a gum leaf made from leather), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1907.] [Front of postcard] A Gum Leaf from the Golden South. For a place … [Read more...] about A Gum Leaf from the Golden South [postcard, version 1, circa 1907]
Greetings from Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with birthday greetings, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] Greetings from Australia Australian wild flowers, with wattle and heath, Around this great country … [Read more...] about Greetings from Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
Advance Australia [postcard, 20 December 1910]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with some Christmas greetings, is dated 20 December 1910.] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA ADVANCE be your Watchword, with FREEDOM and WEALTH, Joy, Happiness, Peace, and the Best of Good Health, A Bright, Happy … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, 20 December 1910]
Advance Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with birthday greetings, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA Here’s a Token of Hearty Good Fellowship True, A Hand from the Land of the … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, WW1 era (1914-1918)]
Advance Australia [postcard, December 1917]
[Editor: This postcard, sent with some Christmas greetings, is dated Christmas 1917 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] [Front of postcard] ADVANCE AUSTRALIA GREETINGS SINCERE WATTLE-lot of Happiness, WATTLE-lot of Health, WATTLE-lot of Peace and … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard, December 1917]
By unknown bush bard [postcard of the Pioneers Monument, Gundagai, with poem, circa 1960s]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, and a photo of the Pioneer Monument (Gundagai, NSW), including a statue of the dog on the tucker box, is believed to be from the 1960s. The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photo … [Read more...] about By unknown bush bard [postcard of the Pioneers Monument, Gundagai, with poem, circa 1960s]
Advance Australia [postcard re “Slangwidge”, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a drawing of a tree with the words “Advance Australia”, along with a Southern Cross Shield and a poem, is from the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Advance Australia [Front of postcard] Advance … [Read more...] about Advance Australia [postcard re “Slangwidge”, early 20th Century]
The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
[Editor: This Christmas postcard, which incorporates a drawing of a wallaby, and a poem, is dated 18 November 1910.] The Land of the Wallaby [Front of postcard] The Land of the Wallaby Christmas Here’s to the Land of the Wallaby, The land of the Fair … [Read more...] about The Land of the Wallaby [postcard, 18 November 1910]
Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of a heart, is estimated to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Best … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, early 20th Century]
Best Wishes [postcard, 10 December 1917 (during the First World War)]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of Australia, is dated 10 December 1917, during the First World War (1914-1918); it was sent to a sailor serving on HMAS … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, 10 December 1917 (during the First World War)]
Hearty Greetings from Australia [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of a British naval flag (the white ensign), and a wattle design, is estimated to have been published in the early 20th Century. The postcard is undated.] Hearty Greetings from … [Read more...] about Hearty Greetings from Australia [postcard, early 20th Century]
My dear friend [patriotic postcard, circa 1901-1908]
[Editor: This patriotic postcard (unused), which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of a kangaroo, carrying an Australian flag, with golden wattle in the background, is estimated to have been published about 1901-1908. The postcard is undated.] My dear … [Read more...] about My dear friend [patriotic postcard, circa 1901-1908]
Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) includes a poem about Australia’s military prowess in the First World War. The postcard is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918), or from the post-war period.] [Front of postcard] Remembrance of the Absent One from … [Read more...] about Remembrance of the Absent One [postcard, World War One era]
Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving birthday greetings, includes a photo of a young child, the British flag (Union Jack), and the Australian flag (blue ensign). The postcard is from the early 20th Century (possibly 1901-1920).] [Front of postcard] Many … [Read more...] about Many Happy Returns [postcard, early 20th Century]
Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), giving Christmas greetings, includes the Australian flag (blue ensign) and a photo of Australian soldiers marching. The postcard is from the era of World War One (1914-1918); it is possible that the soldiers marching could be part of a 1919 … [Read more...] about Xmas Greetings [postcard, World War One era]