[Editor: Mr. W. M. Steinbeck gives his thoughts on Australia’s future. Published in The Barrier Miner, 26 May 1906.] Australia’s destiny. As indicated by geographical position. The following is a resume of an address on “Australia’s Destiny as indicated by Geographical … [Read more...] about Australia’s destiny: As indicated by geographical position [26 May 1906]
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The fruit trade and “White Australia.” [13 May 1903]
[Editor: This article is a section from the “Victorian rural notes” column by W. G. M’Kinney. Published in The Australian Town and Country Journal, 13 May 1903.] The fruit trade and “White Australia.” A Tasmanian visitor to Melbourne during the present week, who is … [Read more...] about The fruit trade and “White Australia.” [13 May 1903]
The Immigration Restriction Bill [3 September 1901]
[Editor: This article from the The Sydney Morning Herald reiterates the concerns of its correspondent, Andrew Barton (“Banjo”) Paterson, on the immigration of Asians into Australia. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 3 September 1901.] The Immigration Restriction … [Read more...] about The Immigration Restriction Bill [3 September 1901]
The colour question [15 June 1901]
[Editor: An article regarding problems with getting aspects of the White Australia Policy past the approval process of the British Colonial Office, which at that time still had the power to disallow Australian legislation. Published in The Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton), 15 June … [Read more...] about The colour question [15 June 1901]
A White Australia [30 March 1901]
[Editor: This article is an extract from the “Stray Notes” section published in The Worker (Brisbane, Qld.), 30 March 1901.] A White Australia The fight is at hand — for a White Australia, the greatest and most pregnant question that has ever been placed before the … [Read more...] about A White Australia [30 March 1901]
Vote for Thomson [election statement of J.A. Thomson, 24 March 1901]
VOTE FOR THOMSON. FREETRADE AND DIRECT TAXATION. THE TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILWAY. NATIONAL OLD-AGE PENSIONS. NATIONAL BANK OF ISSUE. NATIONALISATION OF THE FEDERAL DISTRICT. A CITIZEN ARMY. THE REFERENDUM. LEGISLATIVE DAY SITTINGS. CROWN DEFENDER. VOTE … [Read more...] about Vote for Thomson [election statement of J.A. Thomson, 24 March 1901]
Cr. J. Charles is a candidate [election statement of Joseph Charles, 24 March 1901]
[Editor: This election advertisement, regarding the candidature of Joseph Charles for the Senate in Western Australia, was published in The West Australian Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 24 March 1901.] Federal Senate Elections. CR. J. CHARLES IS A CANDIDATE LADIES and … [Read more...] about Cr. J. Charles is a candidate [election statement of Joseph Charles, 24 March 1901]
To the Electors of Western Australia [election statement of Henry Saunders, 24 March 1901]
[Editor: An election advertisement regarding the candidature of Henry John Saunders for the Senate in Western Australia. Published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 24 March 1901.] To the Electors of Western Australia. HENRY J. SAUNDERS, M.L.C., And EX-MAYOR of … [Read more...] about To the Electors of Western Australia [election statement of Henry Saunders, 24 March 1901]
The white man for a pinch [2 January 1897]
[Editor: This article is from the “Bystanders’ Notebook” column, published in The Worker (Brisbane, Qld.), 2 January 1897.] The white man for a pinch Now that the Southern colonies is fighting the battle of “white Australia” against the coloured labour Government of … [Read more...] about The white man for a pinch [2 January 1897]
[Inaugural meeting of the Australian Republican Union] [5 July 1887]
[Editor: An untitled article from the “News of the day” section of The Sydney Morning Herald, 5 July 1887.] [Inaugural meeting of the Australian Republican Union] A largely-attended meeting was held in the Temperance Hall yesterday evening for the purpose of inaugurating … [Read more...] about [Inaugural meeting of the Australian Republican Union] [5 July 1887]
A Last Word [poem, 30 March 1901]
[Editor: This poem is from the “Editorial Mill” column, published in The Worker (Brisbane, Qld.), 30 March 1901. The poem was a call to vote for the Labor Party and a White Australia in the first federal election in Australia (held on Friday 29 and Saturday 30 March … [Read more...] about A Last Word [poem, 30 March 1901]
Australia for the Australians [poem, 9 May 1888]
[Editor: This poem was published in The Evening Journal (Adelaide, SA), 9 May 1888.] Australia for the Australians. Shall the yellow man pick From our Eden the fruit? Must we yield our fair fields Like a dumb driven brute? Shall our children learn trades And be … [Read more...] about Australia for the Australians [poem, 9 May 1888]
The Barcoo [10 September 1889]
[Editor: These items are extracts from “The Barcoo” section (consisting of various news items regarding the Barcoo area of Queensland) published in The Morning Bulletin (Rockhampton, Qld.), 10 September 1889.] The Barcoo. [From our own correspondent.] The town has been … [Read more...] about The Barcoo [10 September 1889]
The Italian Farmer [poem, 3 September 1932]
The Italian Farmer Specially dedicated by us to the gentlemen of the B. P. L. (British Preference League) Now, here am I in this lovely land, And what do I ask of you? Only the grip of a friendly hand And a job of work to do. Only that freedom and happiness Which is … [Read more...] about The Italian Farmer [poem, 3 September 1932]
Benalla Police Court [trials for furious riding and vagrancy, 29 October 1869]
[Editor: These are extracts from reports on trials at the Police Court in Benalla; a report on the trial of Ned Kelly for assault, reported in the longer article, has been included elsewhere. Published in The Benalla Ensign and Farmer’s and Squatter’s Journal, 29 October … [Read more...] about Benalla Police Court [trials for furious riding and vagrancy, 29 October 1869]
The death of Gilbert: Further particulars [16 May 1865]
[Editor: An article on the death of the bushranger John Gilbert. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 16 May 1865.] The death of Gilbert. Further particulars. Yass, Monday evening. On Thursday night a horse was stolen out of a paddock at Murrumburrah, of which no … [Read more...] about The death of Gilbert: Further particulars [16 May 1865]
Death of Gilbert, the bushranger [15 May 1865]
[Editor: A brief report on the shooting of the bushranger John Gilbert. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 May 1865.] Death of Gilbert, the bushranger. Yass. Saturday, 8-5 p.m. Trooper Bright of the Binalong police arrived in Yass this evening, and states that … [Read more...] about Death of Gilbert, the bushranger [15 May 1865]
City election [the Rev. John Lang talks about Australia as a future empire, 9 September 1851]
[Editor: This brief article, an extract from the news section of the The Sydney Morning Herald of 9 September 1851, mentions the ideas of John Dunmore Lang for Australia’s future.] CITY ELECTION. — A very full meeting of Cook Ward Electors was held yesterday evening, at the … [Read more...] about City election [the Rev. John Lang talks about Australia as a future empire, 9 September 1851]
[News items] [9 September 1851]
[Editor: These brief news items, extracts from the news section of the The Sydney Morning Herald of 9 September 1851, are indicative of the harsh sentencing and working conditions in Australia’s early years; although they were probably little different to those in other countries … [Read more...] about [News items] [9 September 1851]
The gold discovery [letter, 5 May 1851]
[Editor: This letter was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 5 May 1851. The author of this letter counters the assertion that Edward Hargraves was the discoverer of gold in Australia. Indeed, it is true that gold was previously found in Australia; however, … [Read more...] about The gold discovery [letter, 5 May 1851]
“Our” gold diggings [3 May 1851]
[Editor: This article was published in the “Local intelligence” section of Bell’s Life in Sydney and Sporting Reviewer (Sydney, NSW), 3 May 1851.] “Our” gold diggings. — A fitting retribution is awaiting those who, lured by the exaggerated announcements of the facilities … [Read more...] about “Our” gold diggings [3 May 1851]
The gold discovery [2 May 1851]
[Editor: This article, about the discovery of gold made by Edward Hargraves, was published in the “Domestic intelligence” section of The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 2 May 1851.] The gold discovery — It is no longer any secret that gold has been found in the earth … [Read more...] about The gold discovery [2 May 1851]
Domestic intelligence [3 February 1827]
[Editor: Some extracts from the Australian news section of the The Monitor, 3 February 1827.] Domestic intelligence It is discovered that greasy wool will attract and destroy weevils in wheat — where this destructive insect therefore, is suspected to engender, it is … [Read more...] about Domestic intelligence [3 February 1827]
Australia’s nationality: A critical “stranger” [14 May 1923]
[Editor: The Rev. T. O’Loughlin advocates for the development of Australia’s sense of nationality; opposing the hold of Scottish, Irish, English and American cultural influences upon Australia.] Australia’s nationality. A critical “stranger.” The Rev. T. O’Loughlin, … [Read more...] about Australia’s nationality: A critical “stranger” [14 May 1923]
The present status of Australian literature [letter from Grant Hervey, 25 September 1913]
[Editor: A letter from Grant Hervey regarding Australian literature; and mentioning his book of poetry, Australians Yet and Other Verses. Published in The Worker (Brisbane), 25 September 1913.] The present status of Australian literature. To the Editor. Sir, — The … [Read more...] about The present status of Australian literature [letter from Grant Hervey, 25 September 1913]