[Editor: This obituary was published in The Goulburn Herald (Goulburn, NSW), 1 May 1899.] Obituary. Mr. John William Chisholm, ÆTAT 79. It is with the most profound regret that we have to record the death on Friday last at his residence, Macquarie-street, Sydney, of … [Read more...] about Obituary: Mr. John William Chisholm, ÆTAT 79 [1 May 1899]
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Boer nomenclature [15 December 1899]
[Editor: This article, regarding words used by the Boers of South Africa, was published in The Sydney Stock & Station Journal (Sydney, NSW), 15 December 1899. The article, and its explanation of various words of the Afrikaans language, is relevant regarding Australia’s … [Read more...] about Boer nomenclature [15 December 1899]
St. Valentine’s Day: A Privateering Ballad (1708—1710) [poem by E. J. Brady, 16 December 1899]
[Editor: This poem, by E. J. Brady, about the English privateer Captain Woodes Rogers (and with reference to Valentine’s Day), was published in The Critic (Adelaide, SA), 16 December 1899.] St. Valentine’s Day. A Privateering Ballad. (1708—1710.) By E. J. … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day: A Privateering Ballad (1708—1710) [poem by E. J. Brady, 16 December 1899]
The Miner’s Right [7 October 1899]
[Editor: This article, about the Miner’s Right and socialism, was published in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 7 October 1899.] The Miner’s Right To-day I am enjoying to some extent the blessings of genuine Socialism, or by whatever you like to call the true partnership of the … [Read more...] about The Miner’s Right [7 October 1899]
Gold-seekers of the Fifties [1 July 1899]
[Editor: This article, regarding Peter Lalor, and some other leaders of the Eureka Rebellion, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 July 1899.] Gold-seekers of the Fifties. After Eureka. How the leaders escaped. While the victors of Eureka were removing … [Read more...] about Gold-seekers of the Fifties [1 July 1899]
The Last Call [poem by H.C.C., 29 July 1899]
[Editor: This poem by H.C.C., about the fight for the Federation of Australia, was published in The Critic (Adelaide, SA), 29 July 1899.] The Last Call. (For Vic.’s final federal poll.) Federalists, a year ago, When we charged upon the foe Strongly did we let them … [Read more...] about The Last Call [poem by H.C.C., 29 July 1899]
The Progress .. .. of the Year [poem by John Le Gay Brereton, 18 September 1899]
[Editor: This poem by John Le Gay Brereton was published in The Australian Magazine (Sydney, NSW), 18 September 1899.] The Progress .. .. of the Year. By J. Le Gay Brereton. What grave pomp is this that draws Slowly from the east, Moving on without a pause To a … [Read more...] about The Progress .. .. of the Year [poem by John Le Gay Brereton, 18 September 1899]
Dismal England: By the author of “Merrie England” [review by John Le Gay Brereton, 18 September 1899]
[Editor: This review (written by John Le Gay Brereton), of Dismal England, was published in The Australian Magazine (Sydney, NSW), 18 September 1899.] Dismal England: By the author of “Merrie England.” Walter Scott. Cloth, 2s. 6d. Robert Blatchford, the well-known … [Read more...] about Dismal England: By the author of “Merrie England” [review by John Le Gay Brereton, 18 September 1899]
Australian authoresses: II. — Mary Hannay Foott [The Bookfellow, 29 April 1899]
[Editor: This article by Mary Hannay Foott was published in The Bookfellow (Sydney, NSW), 29 April 1899.] Australian authoresses. II. — Mary Hannay Foott. Mary Hannay Foott still writes verses; but they are not the verses of her earlier, more ardent youth. For There … [Read more...] about Australian authoresses: II. — Mary Hannay Foott [The Bookfellow, 29 April 1899]
A Trembling Star [poem by Ethel Turner, 25 March 1899]
[Editor: This poem by Ethel Turner was published in The Bookfellow (Sydney, NSW), 25 March 1899.] A Trembling Star. “There is my little trembling star,” she said. I looked: once more The tender sea had put the sun to bed And heaven’s floor Was grey. And nowhere … [Read more...] about A Trembling Star [poem by Ethel Turner, 25 March 1899]
An Australian authoress [article re. Ethel Turner, 25 March 1899]
[Editor: This article about Ethel Turner was published in The Bookfellow (Sydney, NSW), 25 March 1899.] An Australian authoress. One finds Ethel Turner at home in a cottage at Mosman, on the shores of Sydney harbour, looking towards the sea. Though now merged in the … [Read more...] about An Australian authoress [article re. Ethel Turner, 25 March 1899]
A White Australia [17 June 1899]
[Editor: This article was published in The Blayney Advocate and Carcoar Herald (Blayney, NSW), 17 June 1899; it was previously published in Australian Nation.] A White Australia. Federal leaders have attached much importance to the power which is said to be contained in … [Read more...] about A White Australia [17 June 1899]
An Australian Greeting [poem by Norman L. Beurle, 26 October 1899]
[Editor: This patriotic poem by Norman L. Beurle was published in The Herald (Melbourne), 26 October 1899. This poem was written at the time of the Boer War (South Africa, 1899-1902).] An Australian Greeting. Scent of October flowers, Breath of the Austral plains, Speed … [Read more...] about An Australian Greeting [poem by Norman L. Beurle, 26 October 1899]
To The Motherland [poem by Norman L. Beurle, 13 October 1899]
[Editor: This patriotic poem by Norman L. Beurle was published in The Herald (Melbourne), 13 October 1899. This poem was written at the time of the Boer War (South Africa, 1899-1902).] To Thy Motherland. Mother of the Hundred Sons, Hand-in-hand to-day; Hear us, o’er … [Read more...] about To The Motherland [poem by Norman L. Beurle, 13 October 1899]
Army Nurses [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This poem by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899. This poem was written at the time of the Boer War (South Africa, 1899-1902).] Army Nurses. From every quarter still … [Read more...] about Army Nurses [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
The New Test [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This poem by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899.] The New Test. They give George Reid a souvenir To show they hold his friendship dear, But when the toasts are done … [Read more...] about The New Test [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
Simply Want to Fight [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This poem by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899. This poem was written at the time of the Boer War (South Africa, 1899-1902).] Simply Want to Fight. Our soldier heroes … [Read more...] about Simply Want to Fight [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
Sons of New Britannia [song by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This song by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899.] [Sons of New Britannia] After a vain effort to stave off an attack of the prevailing epidemic of war fever the Colonel … [Read more...] about Sons of New Britannia [song by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
John L. Fegan [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This poem by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899.] John L. Fegan. A very gentle creature; No attribute is sinister. He was a local preacher, And now he is a … [Read more...] about John L. Fegan [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
Premier Lyne [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
[Editor: This poem by W. T. Goodge (using his pseudonym of “The Colonel”) was published in his “Nutshells” column in the Orange Leader, 18 October 1899.] [Premier Lyne] It is reported that the Government intends to float a loan. That’s N.S.W. finance all over. Borrow two … [Read more...] about Premier Lyne [poem by “The Colonel” (W. T. Goodge), 18 October 1899]
New publications [review of “Hits! Skits! and Jingles!” by W. T. Goodge, 11 June 1899]
[Editor: This review of Hits! Skits! and Jingles!, by W. T. Goodge, was published in Truth (Sydney), 11 June 1899.] New publications. Hits, Skits and Jingles; W. T. Goodge. “Bulletin” Newspaper Publishing Company. There are perhaps few better known journalists in New … [Read more...] about New publications [review of “Hits! Skits! and Jingles!” by W. T. Goodge, 11 June 1899]
Call All Hands [song by W. T. Goodge, 30 December 1899]
[Editor: This song by W. T. Goodge was published in The Orange Leader, 30 December 1899. It was previously published in The Daily Telegraph on 28 December 1899, but with several lines omitted (the The Orange Leader printed the full version). This song was written at the time of … [Read more...] about Call All Hands [song by W. T. Goodge, 30 December 1899]
Australian Verse [review of Poems by Agnes L. Storrie, 23 December 1899]
[Editor: A review of Poems (1899) by Agnes L. Storrie. Published in The Australasian, 23 December 1899.] Australian Verse.* Miss Agnes L. Storrie comes before the public with a little volume of poems which should earn her an honourable place among Australian singers. … [Read more...] about Australian Verse [review of Poems by Agnes L. Storrie, 23 December 1899]
E. J. Brady’s verses: “The Ways of Many Waters” [29 April 1899]
[Editor: A critical review of E. J. Brady’s book The Ways of Many Waters, in the “Books and Bookmen” column, published in The Catholic Press, 29 April 1899.] E. J. Brady’s Verses. “The Ways of Many Waters.” Our own verse writes have sung of the stern life under the … [Read more...] about E. J. Brady’s verses: “The Ways of Many Waters” [29 April 1899]
Erase the Border Line! [poem by John Knight, 2 September 1899]
[Editor: This poem, regarding the vote for the federation of the Australian colonies, was published in the Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser (Maryborough, Qld.), 2 September 1899.] Erase the Border Line! [By John Knight.] Men! if your hope is to … [Read more...] about Erase the Border Line! [poem by John Knight, 2 September 1899]