[Editor: This article, about wattle trees, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 31 August 1889.] Wattle bloom. By F. M. The time of the blossoming of the wattle has come to us again. And yesterday I saw wattle bloom, a dozen golden bells and a spray of … [Read more...] about Wattle bloom [by F.M., 31 August 1889]
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[In reply to remarks of “Warrigal Jack” on “The Mythical Sundowner”] [by The Big Irishman, 19 October 1889]
[Editor: This untitled letter to the editor was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 19 October 1889. It was written in reply to a letter written by “Warrigal Jack” (Joseph Furphy) which appeared in The Bulletin on 5 October 1889.] [In reply to remarks of “Warrigal Jack” … [Read more...] about [In reply to remarks of “Warrigal Jack” on “The Mythical Sundowner”] [by The Big Irishman, 19 October 1889]
“The Mythical Sundowner” [by Warrigal Jack (Joseph Furphy), 5 October 1889]
[Editor: This letter to the editor from “Warrigal Jack” (Joseph Furphy) was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 5 October 1889. It was written in reply to an article which appeared in The Bulletin on 14 September 1889.] “The Mythical Sundowner.” Dear Bulletin, — I … [Read more...] about “The Mythical Sundowner” [by Warrigal Jack (Joseph Furphy), 5 October 1889]
The Mythical Sundowner [The Bulletin, 14 September 1889]
[Editor: This article was published in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 14 September 1889. A reply to this article was written by “Warrigal Jack” (Joseph Furphy) and published in The Bulletin on 5 October 1889.] The Mythical Sundowner. (For The Bulletin.) In 1887 a paper on … [Read more...] about The Mythical Sundowner [The Bulletin, 14 September 1889]
T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]
[Editor: This poster, an advertisement for T. W. White & Co. (Ballarat), was published circa 1888-1889 (presumably December 1888 or January 1889).] T. W. White & Co. Tailors & Gentlemen’s Mercers. Lord’s Buildings 112 Sturt Street. Opposite Brophy’s … [Read more...] about T. W. White & Co. [poster, 1889]
The West Australia question [NSW Parliament, 8 August 1889]
[Editor: This record of proceedings in the Legislative Assembly (NSW) of 7 August 1889 was published in The Australian Star (Sydney), 8 August 1889. It includes a report of George Dibbs’ “I have a dream” speech.] The West Australia question. Sir HENRY PARKES said that, in … [Read more...] about The West Australia question [NSW Parliament, 8 August 1889]
Death of a veteran: The late Mr. Peter Lalor [11 February 1889]
[Editor: An article about Peter Lalor (1827-1889). Published in The Age (Melbourne), 11 February 1889.] Death of a veteran. The late Mr. Peter Lalor. By “The Vagabond.” Thirty-seven years ago a young Irishman landed in Melbourne. The cry of “Gold!” brought hither … [Read more...] about Death of a veteran: The late Mr. Peter Lalor [11 February 1889]
[The old lion of Victorian politics] [14 February 1889]
[Editor: An article about Peter Lalor, who died on 9 February 1889. Published in the “Current notes” section of the Melbourne Punch, 14 February 1889.] The old lion of Victorian politics turned his face to the wall when the Hon. Peter Lalor died at Richmond on Saturday … [Read more...] about [The old lion of Victorian politics] [14 February 1889]
In Memoriam: The Late Peter Lalor [poem, 14 February 1889]
[Editor: A poem about Peter Lalor, who died on 9 February 1889. Published in Melbourne Punch, 14 February 1889.] In Memoriam. The Late Peter Lalor. One more of the old race has gone The grand old race of pioneers, That, in these later, narrower years, Uptower … [Read more...] about In Memoriam: The Late Peter Lalor [poem, 14 February 1889]
Australian patriotism or nationalism: Speech by Lord Carrington [30 September 1889]
[Editor: An article regarding the imperial-patriotic relationship between Australia and Britain. Published in The Brisbane Courier, 30 September 1889.] Australian patriotism or nationalism. Speech by Lord Carrington. Speaking at the King’s School, Parramatta, last … [Read more...] about Australian patriotism or nationalism: Speech by Lord Carrington [30 September 1889]
Australia Federata [poem by James Lister Cuthbertson, 10 August 1889]
[Editor: A poem by James Lister Cuthbertson. Published in The Australasian, 10 August 1889.] Australia Federata. Dedicated to Brunton Stephens. Australia — land of lonely lake And serpent-haunted fen, Load of the torrent and the fire Of forest-sundered men — Thou … [Read more...] about Australia Federata [poem by James Lister Cuthbertson, 10 August 1889]
The Birth of Australia [poem by Percy Russell, 1889]
[Editor: A poem by Percy Russell, an English author. This work has been included in several anthologies of poetry. The earliest known appearance of this verse was in 1885.] The Birth of Australia Not ’mid the thunder of the battle guns, Not on the red field of an … [Read more...] about The Birth of Australia [poem by Percy Russell, 1889]
Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield [25 October 1889]
[Editor: A report on the speech made by Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield (NSW), on 24 October 1889, which is regarded as one of the major events leading to the federation of the Australian colonies. Published in The Sydney Morning Herald, 25 October 1889.] Sir Henry Parkes at … [Read more...] about Sir Henry Parkes at Tenterfield [25 October 1889]
[meeting of the Central Queensland Carriers Union, Barcoo] [10 September 1889]
[Editor: A report on a meeting of the Central Queensland Carriers’ Union in Barcoo, September 1889. This is an extract from a column of news reports, entitled “The Barcoo”, which consisted of various news items regarding the Barcoo area of Queensland. Published in The Morning … [Read more...] about [meeting of the Central Queensland Carriers Union, Barcoo] [10 September 1889]
Ode to the Wattle Blossom [poem, 27 September 1889]
Ode to the Wattle Blossom. Hail! thou bloom of lovely spring, Golden emblem of delight, Entrancing thoughts around thee cling, Closing Austral’s winter night. Sweetest odour thou dost bear, Joys thou always bring’st to me, Hope-inspiring seems the air, Redolent of … [Read more...] about Ode to the Wattle Blossom [poem, 27 September 1889]
[The kangaroo name] [11 October 1889]
[Editor: An extract from the “Gossip from Abroad” column in the Portland Guardian, 1889. Whether this story is actually true or not is another matter.] [The kangaroo name] When Captain Cook discovered Australia he saw some of the natives on the shore with a dead animal of … [Read more...] about [The kangaroo name] [11 October 1889]
Australian Natives’ Association: Wattle Blossom Social [15 October 1889]
[Editor: An article about a Wattle Blossom social function, organised by members of the Australian Natives’ Association. Published in The Advertiser, 15 October 1889.] Australian Natives’ Association. Wattle Blossom Social. A Wattle Blossom Social, in connection with … [Read more...] about Australian Natives’ Association: Wattle Blossom Social [15 October 1889]
Australian National Association [3 August 1889]
[Editor: An article about the Australian National Association and its aims. Published in The Clarence & Richmond Examiner, 3 August 1889.] Australian National Association. Such is the title of an organisation recently formed in Sydney. The objects aimed at are — the … [Read more...] about Australian National Association [3 August 1889]
[Shearers, and coloured labour for the sugar industry] [10 September 1889]
[Editor: A report on the Shearers’ Union and the employment of coloured labour. This is an extract from a column of news reports, entitled “The Barcoo”, which consisted of various news items regarding the Barcoo area of Queensland. Published in The Morning Bulletin, 10 September … [Read more...] about [Shearers, and coloured labour for the sugar industry] [10 September 1889]