[Editor: A poem, possibly written by C.E.W. Bean (Australian war correspondent and historian). Published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] What Profiteth? The last long gun has spoken, The echoes die. The last sad trees stand … [Read more...] about What Profiteth? [poem, 18 January 1918]
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Aussie Dictionary [18 January 1918]
[Editor: A humourous glossary of terms used by Australian soldiers during World War One. Published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Aussie Dictionary. (For the use of those at Home) ARCHIE. — A person who aims high and is not … [Read more...] about Aussie Dictionary [18 January 1918]
[There was a Young Hun of Berlin] [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A limerick published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] [There was a Young Hun of Berlin] There was a young Hun of Berlin Who picked up a bomb with the pin; When he took the pin out he was sent with a clout To the place all … [Read more...] about [There was a Young Hun of Berlin] [poem, 18 January 1918]
Box On [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A poem published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Box On. The gong has sounded, you take your stand In the midst of the ring of Life, “Box on” is your first and your last command As you enter the worldly strife. “Box … [Read more...] about Box On [poem, 18 January 1918]
The Interview [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A poem published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] The Interview. [An imaginary interview between Field Marshal Sir Douglas Haig and. Major-General J—— M—— unreliably reported by our correspondent Bill Adams, on … [Read more...] about The Interview [poem, 18 January 1918]
An averted horror [short story, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A short story published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] An averted horror. When the war began Rupert Robinson (original style Heinrich Schmidt) had been trading in Sydney for about quarter of a century. During all that … [Read more...] about An averted horror [short story, 18 January 1918]
Polygon Ridge [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: Published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Polygon Ridge. I lie on the ridge and the moon is low And I know away to the West Are the tranquil homes we keep from the foe, Though only our dead are blest. Wild thoughts rush … [Read more...] about Polygon Ridge [poem, 18 January 1918]
Where We’ve Dossed [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A poem published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Where We’ve Dossed. We’ve dossed in some queer places Since we came to stoush the Hun, In fact we’ve dossed most everywhere — In Egypt we begun Upon the desert sand, … [Read more...] about Where We’ve Dossed [poem, 18 January 1918]
The Song of the Bayonet Instructor [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A poem published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] The Song of the Bayonet Instructor. Kill ! Kill ! Kill ! At the throat and then at the heart, That’s the way to make the Hun start, So go at it with a will. Kill ! Kill … [Read more...] about The Song of the Bayonet Instructor [poem, 18 January 1918]
Packin’ [poem, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: A poem published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Packin’ I’ve scratched me ’ead an’ bit me nails an’ kept me brains a’rackin’, Athinkin’ of another game ter beat that one called “packin’.” It sorter gets yer thinkin’ when … [Read more...] about Packin’ [poem, 18 January 1918]
Aussiosities [18 January 1918]
[Editor: The “Aussiosities” column of anecdotes and humourous items. Published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Aussiosities. It wasn’t the kind of night to make anyone high spirited. The road was wet and slippery and the fog-logged … [Read more...] about Aussiosities [18 January 1918]
Taken on strength: “Aussie” [editorial, 18 January 1918]
[Editor: An editorial published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 1, 18 January 1918.] Taken on strength: “Aussie.” Here’s AUSSIE. He comes on strength of the A.I.F. full of hope and anticipation of a useful and happy sojourn with the great and valiant … [Read more...] about Taken on strength: “Aussie” [editorial, 18 January 1918]
Gumtops [by Rex Ingamells, 1935]
[Editor: This book of poetry by Rex Ingamells was published in 1935.] Gumtops By Rex Ingamells Contents Foreword by L. F. Giblin The Land of the Crow A Boomerang The Old Telegraph Station, Strangways Forlorn Beauty The Afghans Camels The … [Read more...] about Gumtops [by Rex Ingamells, 1935]
Glossary [for Backblock Ballads and Other Verses, by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This glossary by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913).] Glossary. For the use of the thoroughly genteel. Ar, an exclamation expressive of surprise, sorrow, joy, contempt, pity, etc., according to the manner of utterance. Back … [Read more...] about Glossary [for Backblock Ballads and Other Verses, by C.J. Dennis]
Overweight [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Overweight. Me heart strings are … [Read more...] about Overweight [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Brown’s Tram [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Brown’s Tram. A city clerk was … [Read more...] about Brown’s Tram [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Suburbia — A Yearn [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Suburbia — A Yearn. O man with a … [Read more...] about Suburbia — A Yearn [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Eternal Circle [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The Eternal Circle. Now, a … [Read more...] about The Eternal Circle [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Moonshine [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Moonshine. I love you, dear; o’ … [Read more...] about Moonshine [poem by C.J. Dennis]
A Ballad of Elderly Kids [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] A Ballad of Elderly Kids. Now … [Read more...] about A Ballad of Elderly Kids [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Weighed In [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Weighed In. There’s mourning on … [Read more...] about Weighed In [poem by C.J. Dennis]
It Was Never Contemplated [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] It Was Never Contemplated. When … [Read more...] about It Was Never Contemplated [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The First Elective Ministry [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] The First Elective Ministry. In … [Read more...] about The First Elective Ministry [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Yarra Flats [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Yarra Flats. A spieler came to … [Read more...] about Yarra Flats [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Under the Party Plan [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in Backblock Ballads and Other Verses (1913). Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the Glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] Under the Party Plan. [This is … [Read more...] about Under the Party Plan [poem by C.J. Dennis]