[Editor: An article about a legal charge being brought against Philip Durham Lorimer in Parramatta. An extract from the “Topics of the Day” section of the Windsor and Richmond Gazette, 28 July 1888.] [The poor poet has been in the wars] The poor poet has been in the wars … [Read more...] about [The poor poet has been in the wars] [re. Philip Lorimer, 28 July 1888]
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Australian nationalism [letter to the editor, 23 June 1906]
[Editor: This letter to the editor was published in The Barrier Miner, 23 June 1906.] Australian nationalism To the Editor. Sir, — Fifty or sixty years ago Charles Reade wrote “It’s Never Too Late to Mend,” and I think it was in that work that he told of a glorious … [Read more...] about Australian nationalism [letter to the editor, 23 June 1906]
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[Editor: A poem published in The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser, 26 May 1805.] The Cottager. When blossoms their beauties disclose to the morn, And the dew drop descends from the ripening corn; When the Bell bird to stillness gives sadness and awe, I … [Read more...] about The Cottager [poem, 26 May 1805]
Review and Resolve [poem, 9 April 1940]
[Editor: A poem by R.J. Cassidy. Published in The Worker (Brisbane), 9 April 1940.] Review and Resolve Labor Journalist Wins Jubilee Poem Competition In New South Wales, where Labor is celebrating its Golden Jubilee, it was decided to hold a Jubilee Labor Poem … [Read more...] about Review and Resolve [poem, 9 April 1940]
Brothers [poem by C.J. Dennis, 22 August 1929]
[Editor: This poem, attributed to C.J. Dennis, satirically attacks a Russian communist newspaper’s criticism of Australian workers supporting a White Australia. Published in The Register (Adelaide, SA), 22 August 1929.] Brothers (By Den) Pravda, Russia’s Soviet … [Read more...] about Brothers [poem by C.J. Dennis, 22 August 1929]
Bernard Cronin: A realist of the Bush [by Aidan de Brune, 22 March 1933]
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Australia wins the first test match, 1877 [15 March 1934]
[Editor: An article published in The Argus, 15 March 1934.] It happened to-day Australia wins the first test match, 1877 The first English Eleven to visit Australia was brought out as an advertising venture by the famous catering firm, Spiers and Rond. The team, … [Read more...] about Australia wins the first test match, 1877 [15 March 1934]
“The Ashes”: Mythical cricket prize [16 Aug 1926]
[Editor: An article published in The Daily News (Perth, WA), 16 Aug 1926.] “The Ashes” Mythical cricket prize The Ashes for which English and Australian cricketers contend are immaterial. The “authentic” ashes which exist are merely material representations of the … [Read more...] about “The Ashes”: Mythical cricket prize [16 Aug 1926]
Badger, My Gray [song, 13 October 1894]
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Australian Scenery [poem by Agnes L. Storrie, 27 August 1898]
[Editor: A poem by Agnes L. Storrie. Published in The Chronicle, 27 August 1898. A longer version of this poem, entitled “A Protest”, appears in Poems, by Agnes L. Storrie, published in 1909.] Australian Scenery (By Agnes L. Storrie.) Oh, ye who blame Australia, Who … [Read more...] about Australian Scenery [poem by Agnes L. Storrie, 27 August 1898]
Louis Stone: His Sydney larrikin masterpiece [by Aidan de Brune, 11 March 1933]
[Editor: This article by Aidan de Brune was published in The Cairns Post, 17 March 1933.] Famous Australian authors. Louis Stone. His Sydney larrikin masterpiece. (By Aidan de Brune.) Louis Stone, the author of Jonah and Betty Wayside, is one of the most … [Read more...] about Louis Stone: His Sydney larrikin masterpiece [by Aidan de Brune, 11 March 1933]
A Chinaman in a queer fix [10 July 1866]
[Editor: An article about an odd incident. Published in the The Bendigo Advertiser, 10 July 1866.] A Chinaman in a queer fix. — On Saturday afternoon, about five o’clock, two miners left their work at Havelock, and made their way homewards. Having to go a distance, and it … [Read more...] about A Chinaman in a queer fix [10 July 1866]
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[Editor: This article by Aidan de Brune was published in The Cairns Post, 11 March 1933.] Famous Australian authors. Norman Lindsay. A versatile genius. (By Aidan de Brune.) Norman Lindsay, artist, philosopher, and novelist, is an Australian phenomenon. His fame … [Read more...] about Norman Lindsay: A versatile genius [by Aidan de Brune, 11 March 1933]
A Hearty “Shake Hands” [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 3 August 1894]
[Editor: A poem by Philip Durham Lorimer. Published in The Euroa Advertiser, 3 August 1894.] A Hearty “Shake Hands” I know there is naught more delightful in hours. Than the shake of a hand from a friend, It covers my heart with the bloom of life’s flowers That I love … [Read more...] about A Hearty “Shake Hands” [poem by Philip D. Lorimer, 3 August 1894]
Interview with Ned Kelly [14 August 1880]
[Editor: In this interview with a journalist, Ned Kelly gives his side of the story, including a statement that he did not shoot Constable Fitzpatrick. Published in The Mercury, 14 August 1880.] Interview with Ned Kelly. The following embodies the major portion of a … [Read more...] about Interview with Ned Kelly [14 August 1880]
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[Editor: This is part 5 of “Some Australian women”, a series of articles on the achievements of women in Australia. Published in The Illustrated Sydney News, 6 June 1891.] Some Australian women: (Continued). Part V. Prominent social workers. Lady Clarke is a … [Read more...] about Some Australian women. Part V. Prominent social workers. [6 June 1891]
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[Editor: This is part 4 of “Some Australian women”, a series of articles on the achievements of women in Australia. Published in The Illustrated Sydney News, 23 May 1891.] Some Australian women: (Continued). Part IV. Musicians. The name of Madame Carandini (née … [Read more...] about Some Australian women. Part IV. [23 May 1891]
Some Australian women: Part III. Four Australian Artists. [9 May 1891]
[Editor: This is part 3 of “Some Australian women”, a series of articles on the achievements of women in Australia. Published in The Illustrated Sydney News, 9 May 1891.] Some Australian women: (By M. Hirst Browne.) Part III. Four Australian Artists. Mrs. Ellis … [Read more...] about Some Australian women: Part III. Four Australian Artists. [9 May 1891]
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[Editor: This is part 1 of “Some Australian women”, a series of articles on the achievements of women in Australia. Published in The Illustrated Sydney News, 11 April 1891.] Some Australian women. Part I. The lives and achievements of Australian women will, I feel … [Read more...] about Some Australian women. Part I. [11 April 1891]
Vern’s last letter [15 January 1855]
[Editor: A letter from Frederick Vern, one of the leading figures in the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Age, 15 January 1855.] Vern’s last letter The following letter — the last written in these colonies by the now celebrated Vern — has been sent to us for … [Read more...] about Vern’s last letter [15 January 1855]
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[Editor: An article by Arthur Streeton, one of the leading figures of the “Heidelberg School” of Australian art. Published in The Argus, 16 October 1934.] Eaglemont in the ’Eighties Beginnings of art in Australia By Arthur Streeton It is difficult to set down the … [Read more...] about Eaglemont in the ’Eighties: Beginnings of art in Australia [16 October 1934]
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[Editor: Ned Hanlon, a Labor Party Minister, urges Australians to support the war effort (Hanlon later became Premier of Queensland, from 1946 to 1952). Published in The Morning Bulletin, 6 May 1941.] No chance of maintaining good labour conditions If dictatorships won … [Read more...] about No chance of maintaining good labour conditions: If dictatorships won war [6 May 1941]
The Australian Flag [letter, 29 August 1913]
[Editor: A letter from an office-bearer of the Australian Natives’ Association regarding the Australian flag. Published in The West Australian, 29 August 1913.] The Australian Flag. To the Editor. Sir, — In reply to “Bunting’s” inquiry, (1) How many stars are now on … [Read more...] about The Australian Flag [letter, 29 August 1913]