[Editor: An extract from the deaths notices section published in the Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (Mudgee, NSW), 27 March 1919.] In Memoriam. KANE.—In sad but loving memory of my dear mother, Esther Kane, who departed this life at “Redbank,” Mudgee, on … [Read more...] about In memoriam [extract with poetry, 27 March 1919]
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Deaths; In memoriam [selected extracts and poetry, 20 October 1897]
[Editor: Selected extracts (including some poetry) from the “Deaths” and “In Memoriam” notices published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 20 October 1897.] Deaths. CANNON.—October 12, Richard C. Cannon, stepson of J. Read, late of Wagga Wagga, leaving a loving … [Read more...] about Deaths; In memoriam [selected extracts and poetry, 20 October 1897]
[At a very early hour] [a death by suicide, 23 January 1897]
[Editor: This untitled article, about a death by suicide, was published in The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (Sydney, NSW), 23 January 1897.] [At a very early hour] At a very early hour on Monday morning a labourer named Denis Fitzgibbon, 41, who resided with … [Read more...] about [At a very early hour] [a death by suicide, 23 January 1897]
Sheep and gold: Explorer’s discoveries: Trouble with wild blacks: Chased for miles [28 July 1920]
[Editor: This article, regarding an exploring expedition, was published in The Express and Telegraph (Adelaide, SA), 28 July 1920.] Sheep and gold Explorer’s discoveries. Trouble with wild blacks. Chased for miles. Kalgoorlie, July 28. The importance of … [Read more...] about Sheep and gold: Explorer’s discoveries: Trouble with wild blacks: Chased for miles [28 July 1920]
Constable Byron [18 August 1826]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the shooting of an Aborigine by a police officer, is an extract from the general news section published in The Monitor (Sydney, NSW), 18 August 1826.] [Constable Byron] We were surprised to learn the discharge by proclamation of … [Read more...] about Constable Byron [18 August 1826]
Black thieves: Many at Menzies [9 July 1906]
[Editor: This article, regarding the theft of clothing, was published in The Evening Mail (Fremantle, WA), 9 July 1906.] Black thieves Many at Menzies Menzies, this day. — The Menzies police were apprised of a theft of clothing, which was perpetrated by a nigger at … [Read more...] about Black thieves: Many at Menzies [9 July 1906]
The Rev. Mr. Otter [28 January 1854]
[Editor: This article, regarding the misreported the death of the Rev. George Otter, was published in The Cornwall Chronicle (Launceston, Van Diemen’s Land), 28 January 1854.] The Rev. Mr. Otter. — It will be remembered that the Rev. Mr. Otter, formerly of Van Dieman’s … [Read more...] about The Rev. Mr. Otter [28 January 1854]
The Rev. Mr. Otter [20 January 1854]
[Editor: This article, regarding the misreported death of the Rev. George Otter, was published in The Geelong Advertiser and Intelligencer (Geelong, Vic.), 20 January 1854.] The Rev. Mr. Otter. — It will be remembered that the Rev. Mr Otter, formerly of Van Diemen’s Land, … [Read more...] about The Rev. Mr. Otter [20 January 1854]
Melancholy death of a clergyman [30 March 1853]
[Editor: This article, regarding the death of the Rev. George Otter, was published in The Maitland Mercury and Hunter River General Advertiser (West Maitland, NSW), 30 March 1853. However, as it turned out, much to the surprise of many, George Otter was in fact very much alive at … [Read more...] about Melancholy death of a clergyman [30 March 1853]
Instances of mortality [sermon, 1 March 1853]
[Editor: This article, a report on a sermon given by the Rev. F. Miller, was published in the “Local” (general news) section in the Hobart Town Advertiser (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 March 1853. The article refers to the death of Rev. George Otter; however, the report of his death was … [Read more...] about Instances of mortality [sermon, 1 March 1853]
Short notice [literary reviews, 8 March 1902]
[Editor: These literary reviews are extracts from the “Short notice” section published in The Australian Town and Country Journal (Sydney, NSW), 8 March 1902.] Short notice. We have received a copy of the “Review of Reviews for Australia” for the current month. In … [Read more...] about Short notice [literary reviews, 8 March 1902]
[Medicinal property of the gum] [letter from J. C. White, 2 September 1862]
[Editor: This untitled letter to the editor, from J. C. White, regarding the medicinal properties of gum from spotted gum trees, was published in The Courier (Brisbane, Qld.), 2 September 1862.] [Spotted gum tree gum] Sir, — The discovery of the medicinal property of the … [Read more...] about [Medicinal property of the gum] [letter from J. C. White, 2 September 1862]
[An Australian in London at the present time] [29 August 1862]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the medicinal properties of gum from spotted gum trees, was published in The Courier (Brisbane, Qld.), 29 August 1862.] [An Australian in London at the present time] An Australian in London at the present time, whatever claim may … [Read more...] about [An Australian in London at the present time] [29 August 1862]
Country post [attacks by Aborigines, Oatlands, 1 November 1828]
[Editor: These items, regarding Aborigines attacking settlers, are extracts from the “Country post” section published in The Hobart Town Courier (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 November 1828.] Country post. Oatlands, 28th Oct. 1828. — A Coroner’s Inquest was held on the 24th … [Read more...] about Country post [attacks by Aborigines, Oatlands, 1 November 1828]
Country post [affray in a public house, 1 November 1828]
[Editor: These items, regarding a fight at a pub and the subsequent dismissal of two policemen, are extracts from the “Country post” section published in The Hobart Town Courier (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 November 1828.] Country post. An affray has taken place in the public … [Read more...] about Country post [affray in a public house, 1 November 1828]
Country post [cucumbers, 1 November 1828]
[Editor: This article, being a report of some successful and unusual gardening results in Launceston (Tasmania), is an extract from the “Country post” section published in The Hobart Town Courier (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 November 1828.] Country post. Launceston, October … [Read more...] about Country post [cucumbers, 1 November 1828]
Country post [attacks by Aborigines, Pittwater, 1 November 1828]
[Editor: This article, regarding some Aborigines attacking some settlers, is an extract from the “Country post” section published in The Hobart Town Courier (Hobart Town, Tas.), 1 November 1828.] Country post. Pittwater, Oct. 27. — On Saturday last Mr. Walpole, son-in-law … [Read more...] about Country post [attacks by Aborigines, Pittwater, 1 November 1828]
A Fable: The Pig and the Neck Yoke [poem, 6 July 1806]
[Editor: This poem was published in The Sydney Gazette, and New South Wales Advertiser (Sydney, NSW), 6 July 1806.] A Fable. The Pig and the Neck Yoke. A pig, condemn’d to wear an irksome yoke, Some short time since a Gard’ner thus bespoke: ‘Good morrow neighbour -- … [Read more...] about A Fable: The Pig and the Neck Yoke [poem, 6 July 1806]
Autumn — The Golden Age [poem by “Wayfarer”, 1 June 1935]
[Editor: This poem, by “Wayfarer”, regarding autumn and wattle trees, was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 1 June 1935.] Autumn — The Golden Age. Golden is the poplar, Golden is the plane, Cassias are bending ’Neath their golden mane. In the … [Read more...] about Autumn — The Golden Age [poem by “Wayfarer”, 1 June 1935]
Obituary: Mr. Ernest Adolf Gerloff [25 August 1931]
[Editor: This obituary was published in The Border Watch (Mount Gambier, SA), 25 August 1931.] Obituary. Mr. Ernest Adolf Gerloff. The death of Mr. E. A. Gerloff, which occurred early on Sunday morning, has removed a townsman of many years’ standing, and one who took a … [Read more...] about Obituary: Mr. Ernest Adolf Gerloff [25 August 1931]
“Where’s our scrip?” Gullible Australian investors [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
[Editor: This article, regarding Australian investors apparently swindled by some shady American businessmen (or con men), was included in “A Woman’s Column” (edited by Mary Gilmore), published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 2 January 1908.] “Where’s our scrip?” Gullible … [Read more...] about “Where’s our scrip?” Gullible Australian investors [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
The Bilby and the Bunny [poem by Tom Freeman, 2 January 1908]
[Editor: This poem, by Tom Freeman, was published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 2 January 1908.] The Bilby and the Bunny. [For The Worker.] The Bilby came to the Wombat’s lodge While out on a jaunt one day. “Ho, Sloucher! How fares the world with you?” He hailed in a … [Read more...] about The Bilby and the Bunny [poem by Tom Freeman, 2 January 1908]
[Dr. D. F. MacGillicuddy] [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
[Editor: This untitled article was included in “A Woman’s Column” (edited by Mary Gilmore), published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 2 January 1908.] [Dr. D. F. MacGillicuddy] Dr. D. F. MacGillicuddy, of Melbourne, in a lecture to a suburban branch of the Australian … [Read more...] about [Dr. D. F. MacGillicuddy] [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
[Union news] [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
[Editor: These two untitled items, regarding the trade union movement, were included in “A Woman’s Column” (edited by Mary Gilmore), published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 2 January 1908.] [Union news] The acting-secretary of the newly-formed Workers’ Association of … [Read more...] about [Union news] [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
Women and the drink question in Finland [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]
[Editor: This article was included in “A Woman’s Column” (edited by Mary Gilmore), published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 2 January 1908.] Women and the drink question in Finland. Finland is a country of which little is known outside of Europe. Now and again we receive a … [Read more...] about Women and the drink question in Finland [Mary Gilmore’s column, 2 January 1908]