[Editor: An article, written by Henry Richard Nicholls, regarding George Black, who was part of the events of the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Argus, 19 April 1879.] Mr. George Black. There appeared in the obituary column of The Argus a few days ago the following … [Read more...] about Mr. George Black [19 April 1879]
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Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion aftermath, 26 December 1854]
[Editor: A report on some events arising from the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Argus, 26 December 1854.] Ballaaratt. Ballaarat, December 21st, 1854. I am very sorry to have to record the death of Captain Wise, which took place this morning. This event has created … [Read more...] about Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion aftermath, 26 December 1854]
Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion, 15 December 1854]
[Editor: A report on the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Argus, 15 December 1854.] Ballaarat. On the night of the fatal 3rd December, we had come to the conclusion that there was every prospect of sad doings at Ballaarat; and we therefore requested one of the ablest … [Read more...] about Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion, 15 December 1854]
Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion trials, 14 December 1854]
[Editor: A report on the committal proceedings of the Eureka Rebellion prisoners. Published in the Colonial Times, 14 December 1854.] Ballaarat. The trials of state prisoners commenced on the 6th. Mr. Sturt presided, and Mr. Webster, and Mr. Smith sat with him. Mr. … [Read more...] about Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion trials, 14 December 1854]
Further particulars of the Ballaarat affray [Eureka Rebellion, 5 December 1854]
[Editor: A report on the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Argus, 5 December 1854.] Further particulars of the Ballaarat affray. The facts of the unfortunate encounter at Ballaarat, as we have been enabled to gather them, in addition to the hurried statement received at … [Read more...] about Further particulars of the Ballaarat affray [Eureka Rebellion, 5 December 1854]
Fatal collision at Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion, 4 December 1854]
[Editor: A report on the Eureka Rebellion. Published in The Argus, 4 December 1854.] By express. Fatal collision at Ballaarat. Monday, 3 a.m. At the above hour a gentleman arrived at this office who had ridden through express, leaving Ballaarat at half-past one … [Read more...] about Fatal collision at Ballaarat [Eureka Rebellion, 4 December 1854]
Scraps from the Victoria mines [12 December 1853]
[Editor: An extract from the article “Scraps from the Victoria mines”, regarding a protest meeting in Bendigo over the miner’s licence in Victoria, 1853. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 12 December 1853.] Scraps from the Victoria mines. (From our own … [Read more...] about Scraps from the Victoria mines [12 December 1853]
Worse than infantry [15 November 1945]
[Editor: A medical orderly tells of his experiences in New Guinea during World War Two. Published in The Western Mail, 15 November 1945.] You can always find some blighter worse off than yourself Worse than infantry by A.M. Beck You hear that you’re to “go in” again … [Read more...] about Worse than infantry [15 November 1945]
[News items] [28 January 1836]
[Editor: Extracts from the news section of the The Sydney Gazette and New South Wales Advertiser of 28 January 1836, including news on the limited commemorations for the founding of the colony, the state of the public footpaths, and an unusual bushranging incident.] [News … [Read more...] about [News items] [28 January 1836]
Rev. T. H. Taylor, playwright [22 February 1913]
[Editor: An article about the Rev. T. Hilhouse Taylor, who wrote the patriotic song “Australia, or Heart to Heart and Hand to Hand”. Published in the Windsor and Richmond Gazette, 22 February 1913.] Rev. T. H. Taylor, playwright. A national drama. A national drama … [Read more...] about Rev. T. H. Taylor, playwright [22 February 1913]
The Australian artist [13 November 1943]
[Editor: An extract from the column “Stories from Here and There: From a Reporter’s Note Book”, published in The Examiner, 13 November 1943.] The Australian artist There are indications which incline one to the hope that at last the Australian artist is coming into his … [Read more...] about The Australian artist [13 November 1943]
War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the same day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
The old drover’s yarn [short story, 15 May 1894]
[Editor: A short story. Published in The Barrier Miner, 15 May 1894.] The old drover’s yarn. [By Yanco.] “Thanks, boss, I don’t mind. It is cold this evening.” He took my spirit flask and tilted it. “Where’r yer going to camp? Makin’ for the homestid? Damned mean … [Read more...] about The old drover’s yarn [short story, 15 May 1894]
[An amusing incident] [26 April 1887]
[Editor: An extract from the news section of The Age, 26 April 1887.] [An amusing incident] An amusing incident which happened at the King-street police station last week is the subject of conversation amongst the city force, and is to be enquired into at … [Read more...] about [An amusing incident] [26 April 1887]
Hobart Town [news extract, 28 May 1853]
[Editor: An extract from the “Hobart Town” section of the news reports published in the Launceston Examiner, 28 May 1853. The Hobart correspondent says that the Anti-Transportation League should not be disbanded until the federation of the Australian colonies is … [Read more...] about Hobart Town [news extract, 28 May 1853]
An Australian Federation [17 January 1857]
[Editor: A report on a discussion in the Victorian parliament regarding the proposed federation of the Australian colonies. Published in The Argus, 17 January 1857.] An Australian Federation. Although the motion of Mr. Duffy in the Assembly yesterday for a committee on … [Read more...] about An Australian Federation [17 January 1857]
The Teetotaler [6 May 1923]
[Editor: A humorous anecdote. Published in The Sunday Times, 6 May 1923.] The Teetotaler She loved her medicine By Adohr. Some years ago mum was “run down,” so obtained the services of a household worker who had been recommended as a particularly reliable young … [Read more...] about The Teetotaler [6 May 1923]
The Mountain [short story by Helena Sumner Locke, 20 November 1909]
[Editor: A short story written by Helena Sumner Locke.] The Mountain (By Sumner Locke.) “That’s all I want,” said Clarence, pointing with his whip. “See the touch of grey mauve on them hills ! Watch ’em die into blue-black before the moon looks over to light them into … [Read more...] about The Mountain [short story by Helena Sumner Locke, 20 November 1909]
The real Australian [30 November 1907]
The real Australian. Very few people in Australia are intimately acquainted with the men who have made the country. It is commonly supposed that the pioneers of Australia were thick, burly men — that they presented what may be regarded as an English front to the world. Now, as … [Read more...] about The real Australian [30 November 1907]
Sunrise [poem, 19 September 1885]
Sunrise. Oh, for the hues of the early morn, Before the glorious sun is born, Dispelling the darkness of the night With rays of its pellucid light: Gilding the mountain tops of snow, And painting all with a ruddy glow; Making all nature smile in gold — A very wealth of … [Read more...] about Sunrise [poem, 19 September 1885]
North Australia [poem, 19 June 1931]
North Australia This is the land of the down and out Where hungry men carry swags — Past stations owned by London Jews — With empty tucker bags. This is the land where crawlers crawl Where no matter if you are just a botch A job will always be kept for you If you give … [Read more...] about North Australia [poem, 19 June 1931]
The King of China’s Daughter [poem by Una Shaw, 11 April 1931]
[Editor: This poem by Una Shaw was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 11 April 1931.] The King of China’s Daughter. The King of China’s daughter Was fair and over-fair; Her eyes were bright as water, And gold was in her hair. Whene’er she sang in … [Read more...] about The King of China’s Daughter [poem by Una Shaw, 11 April 1931]
The Lost Princess [poem by Una Shaw, 23 May 1931]
[Editor: This poem by Una Shaw was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 23 May 1931.] The Lost Princess. The King of China’s daughter Was walking all alone, She left the yellow mandarins, She left her gilded throne; She left the Prince, although she … [Read more...] about The Lost Princess [poem by Una Shaw, 23 May 1931]
Songs for the Miners. No. IV. [song, 30 May 1851]
[Editor: One of a series of “Songs for the Miners” published in The Empire, 1851.] Songs for the Miners. No. IV. [Our late Devil was overheard singing the following song the last thing before he started for the Diggings.] Believe me, if all those enticing long yams, … [Read more...] about Songs for the Miners. No. IV. [song, 30 May 1851]
Songs for the Miners. No. 3. [song, 26 May 1851]
[Editor: One of a series of “Songs for the Miners” published in The Empire, 1851.] Songs for the Miners. No. 3. The Baker’s Boy* to the mines is gone, In the diggers’ ranks you’ll find him ; His master’s shovel he has girded on, And the flour-sieve slung behind … [Read more...] about Songs for the Miners. No. 3. [song, 26 May 1851]