[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]
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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: A poem regarding the vote for the federation of the Australian colonies. Published in the Maryborough Chronicle, Wide Bay and Burnett Advertiser, 2 September 1899.] Erase the Border Line! [By John Knight.] Men! if your hope is to bridge main with main, Rise … [Read more...] about Erase the Border Line! [poem by John Knight, 2 September 1899]
The People of the Gates [poem by E. J. Brady]
[Editor: This poem by E. J. Brady was published in The Ways of Many Waters (1899).] XXXIV. The People of the Gates. The Great God sate in His council On the arch of a rainbow span, With the white Archangel Michael And Peter the Fisherman. In the court of Anointed … [Read more...] about The People of the Gates [poem by E. J. Brady]
Homeward Bound [poem by E. J. Brady]
[Editor: This poem by E. J. Brady was published in The Ways of Many Waters (1899).] XXXIII. Homeward Bound. With tallow casks all dunnaged tight, with tiers on tiers of bales, With cargo crammed from hatch to hatch, she’s racing for the sales; A clipper barque, a … [Read more...] about Homeward Bound [poem by E. J. Brady]
You and Us [poem by E. J. Brady]
[Editor: This poem by E. J. Brady was published in The Ways of Many Waters (1899).] XXXII. You and Us. You do your pioneering, You clear the forest lands; To ploughing and to shearing You give your yeoman hands; But we were toilers ever, And we were exiles ever … [Read more...] about You and Us [poem by E. J. Brady]
A Ballad of the Flag [poem by E. J. Brady]
[Editor: This poem by E. J. Brady was published in The Ways of Many Waters (1899).] XXXI. A Ballad of the Flag. The Lord hath loosed his thunder And let his lightnings free, And in a red robe walketh With Death upon the Sea. Then “Clear your decks for … [Read more...] about A Ballad of the Flag [poem by E. J. Brady]