[Editor: This postcard incorporates a photograph of an interior section of a church. It appears that the postcard was sent by a soldier who was stationed in Egypt in 1916, during the First World War (1914-1918).] [Front of postcard] Matarieh — Intérieur de la … [Read more...] about Matarieh — Interieur de la Chapelle [WW1 postcard, 1916]
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Federal Government House, Melbourne [postcard, circa 1908]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photograph of the Federal Government House in Melbourne (Victoria). The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908.] [Front of postcard] Federal Government House, … [Read more...] about Federal Government House, Melbourne [postcard, circa 1908]
A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [Description: A painting of … [Read more...] about A Giant Eucalypt, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
A Popular Australian Watering-place [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Popular Australian Watering-place [Description: A … [Read more...] about A Popular Australian Watering-place [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
An Australian Beach [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] An Australian Beach [Description: A painting of a beach … [Read more...] about An Australian Beach [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
A Seaside View, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] A Seaside View, Australia [Description: A painting of a … [Read more...] about A Seaside View, Australia [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
An Australian lake scene [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a painting by Harold Herbert (1891-1945), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A painting of an Australian lake … [Read more...] about An Australian lake scene [postcard, art by Harold Herbert, circa 1915-1945]
Class 3A, Taree High School [postcard, 1937]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a class of schoolchildren, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in 1937.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of a class of schoolchildren, with a chalk board labelled … [Read more...] about Class 3A, Taree High School [postcard, 1937]
Grand Hotel, Huonville, Tas. [postcard, circa 1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the Grand Hotel in Huonville (Tasmania), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1945.] [Front of postcard] Grand Hotel. Huonville. Tas. A. B. Series. No. … [Read more...] about Grand Hotel, Huonville, Tas. [postcard, circa 1945]
Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of a stylish woman, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908-1914.] [Front of postcard] [Description: A woman, standing, posing for a photograph.] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Stylish woman [postcard, circa 1908-1914]
Passenger ship (Fielding Studio, Fremantle, WA) [postcard, circa 1920s]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of some passengers aboard a ship, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century (possibly in the 1920s).] [Front of postcard] [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Passenger ship (Fielding Studio, Fremantle, WA) [postcard, circa 1920s]
Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [postcard, 1904]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a blacksmith’s premises in the bush, is postmarked 1904.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [Handwritten text, in italics] Ebaenzis The Avenue Windsor Is our new address should … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith, Gippsland [postcard, 1904]
Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mine, beside a body of water, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] [Handwritten text, in italics] Nuggety Ajax … [Read more...] about Nuggety Ajax, Daylesford [postcard, early 20th Century]
Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a mob of sheep, mustered near a body of water, is postmarked 26 December 1905.] [Front of postcard] Station life in Australia [Handwritten text, in italics] Good Luck for 1906. [Description: A … [Read more...] about Station life in Australia [postcard, 26 December 1905]
A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a school in rural Victoria, with some girls doing some gardening tasks, is postmarked 18 May 1909.] [Front of postcard] A typical Victorian country school. The education system of Victoria is free, … [Read more...] about A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photograph of the official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system on 9 March 1909.] [Front of postcard] The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system. March 9th, 1909. The First Car driven by Mrs. … [Read more...] about The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
Good Cheer! [postcard, early 20th Century]
[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]
Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the chalk carving of the Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge at Fovant Down (Wiltshire, England), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published around the era of the First World War (1914-1918), … [Read more...] about Australian Commonwealth Military Forces badge [postcard, First World War (1914-1918) era]
Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of the Silver Falls (Hobart), is dated 20 March 1905.] [Front of postcard] Silver Falls, Hobart. [Handwritten text, in italics] A Vow. Though a thousand kisses, A thousand caresses, a thousand … [Read more...] about Silver Falls, Hobart [postcard, 20 March 1905]
Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the premises of a rural blacksmith, is undated; however, it is believed to have been published in the early 20th Century.] [Front of postcard] Bush Blacksmith [Description: A photograph of … [Read more...] about Bush Blacksmith [postcard, circa early 20th Century]
Woman and an Australian soldier [photograph, circa WW2 (1939-1945)]
[Editor: This photograph, of a woman and an Australian soldier, is believed to be from the era of the Second World War (1939-1945). The photograph is undated.] [Woman and soldier] [Description: Woman and an Australian soldier (both standing).] [Reverse of … [Read more...] about Woman and an Australian soldier [photograph, circa WW2 (1939-1945)]
A Few Verses [poem by Barcroft Boake]
[Editor: This poem by Barcroft Boake was published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] A Few Verses With appropriate illustrations 1 Miss Jean I’ve commanded My faltering Muse To write you some verses: She dare not refuse 2 It’s your birthday and … [Read more...] about A Few Verses [poem by Barcroft Boake]
Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 15): Some final words
[Editor: This is section 15 of “Barcroft Boake: A Memoir ”, by A. G. Stephens, published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] [Some final words] Boake’s suicide was an appeal to Death to end his hopelessness as Life had ended hope. For him, of course, the … [Read more...] about Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 15): Some final words
Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 14): The last days of Barcroft Boake
[Editor: This is section 14 of “Barcroft Boake: A Memoir ”, by A. G. Stephens, published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] [The last days of Barcroft Boake] In December, 1891, Boake’s engagement with Mr. Lipscomb ended, and he came to stay with his father … [Read more...] about Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 14): The last days of Barcroft Boake
Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 13): Poetry and star-gazing
[Editor: This is section 13 of “Barcroft Boake: A Memoir ”, by A. G. Stephens, published in Where the Dead Men Lie and Other Poems (1897).] [Poetry and star-gazing] Boake wrote some unremarkable verses ‘In Memoriam, Arthur Biscay,’ and sent them to The Albury Banner, … [Read more...] about Barcroft Boake: A Memoir (section 13): Poetry and star-gazing