[Editor: These two letters, regarding the deaths of two Australian soldiers in the Boer War (1899-1902), were published in Riverina Times, Hay Standard, and Journal of Water Conservation (Hay, NSW), 3 January 1901.] The late Trooper Clancy. We have received the following … [Read more...] about The late Trooper Clancy [letters re the Boer War, 3 January 1901]
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Threatened military “strike”: The question of pay [27 April 1901]
[Editor: This article, regarding dissatisfaction over pay in Australian military units, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 27 April 1901.] Threatened military “strike.” The question of pay. So strong is the feeling of dissatisfaction among the men of the … [Read more...] about Threatened military “strike”: The question of pay [27 April 1901]
Letter from Colonel Otter: The Sixth Contingent [Boer War letter, 27 April 1901]
[Editor: This letter, from Colonel Alfred Otter (1838-1920), regarding the Boer War (1899-1902), was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 27 April 1901.] Letter from Colonel Otter. The Sixth Contingent. Pretoria, March 26. “Here we are at the front at last. We … [Read more...] about Letter from Colonel Otter: The Sixth Contingent [Boer War letter, 27 April 1901]
Rabbits and hares at Nerriga [10 September 1901]
[Editor: This brief article, about rabbits and hares destroying crops, was published in The Braidwood and Araluen Express and People’s Advocate (Braidwood, NSW), 10 September 1901.] Rabbits and hares at Nerriga. The “Nowra” Leader writes:— Rabbits are fast becoming a … [Read more...] about Rabbits and hares at Nerriga [10 September 1901]
Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]
[Editor: This Miner’s Right was issued to Harry Williams, in Victoria, on 7 June 1901.] [Front of Miner’s Right] [Handwritten and stamped text has been rendered in italics.] Book 862 Victoria. No. 236 2s. 6d. … [Read more...] about Miner’s Right (Victoria) [for Harry Williams, 7 June 1901]
“Devil’s luck” [short story, 20 December 1901]
[Editor: This short story was published in The Westralian Worker (Kalgoorlie, WA), 20 December 1901.] “Devil’s luck.” For the Worker. By J.N. He was a most unlucky dog. Everything he touched, ended in failure. Did he buy scrip? The mine was sure to turn out a … [Read more...] about “Devil’s luck” [short story, 20 December 1901]
Sad case of drowning [25 June 1901]
[Editor: This article was published in The Benalla Standard (Benalla, Vic.), 25 June 1901.] Sad case of drowning. Quite a gloom was cast over the town yesterday afternoon when it became known that Joseph Ryan, a son of Mr Denis Ryan, had been drowned in a hole about 300 … [Read more...] about Sad case of drowning [25 June 1901]
[Crimes and court cases] [25 June 1901]
[Editor: These extracts, concerning crimes and court cases, were taken from the general news section of The Benalla Standard (Benalla, Vic.), 25 June 1901.] [Crimes and court cases] Police Court. — At the Benalla Police Court yesterday, before Mr Blackburne, J.P., F. C. … [Read more...] about [Crimes and court cases] [25 June 1901]
A relic of the past [25 June 1901]
[Editor: This short article, regarding the discovery of a pioneer’s tombstone, was taken from the general news section of The Benalla Standard (Benalla, Vic.), 25 June 1901.] A Relic of the Past. — A few days ago, as the groom at Frew’s Royal hotel, Wangaratta, was doing … [Read more...] about A relic of the past [25 June 1901]
A New Century’s Greeting [poem by T.C.C., 1 January 1901]
[Editor: This poem by T.C.C. was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 1 January 1901.] A New Century’s Greeting. Hail, new-born Nation of the Southern Sea, Rich be the guerdon in the coming years, And through the shock of time may’st thou be free, Thy … [Read more...] about A New Century’s Greeting [poem by T.C.C., 1 January 1901]
The Australian Commonwealth [poem by Ethel Brown Jackson, 1 January 1901]
[Editor: This poem by Ethel Brown Jackson was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 1 January 1901.] The Australian Commonwealth. Truly we be one people all, Now join we hands as one, In union strong to glory great, So shall our race be run. Man’s lines may … [Read more...] about The Australian Commonwealth [poem by Ethel Brown Jackson, 1 January 1901]
The Coming Crawl [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 5 May 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, regarding the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York to Australia in 1901. Published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 5 May 1901. A different version of the same poem, entitled “In the Event”, was written with reference to Kalgoorlie … [Read more...] about The Coming Crawl [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 5 May 1901]
“In the Event” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 5 May 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, regarding the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York to Australia in 1901. Published in The Sun (Kalgoorlie, WA), 5 May 1901. A different version of the same poem, entitled “The Coming Crawl”, was written with reference to Fremantle and Perth … [Read more...] about “In the Event” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 5 May 1901]
The effect of religion on the formation of character [essay by Norman L. Beurle, 21 March 1901]
[Editor: This essay by Norman L. Beurle was published in The Ballarat Star, 21 March 1901; it was the winning entry in the essay section of the Ballarat literary competition in October 1900.] The effect of religion on the formation of character. (A first prize essay, … [Read more...] about The effect of religion on the formation of character [essay by Norman L. Beurle, 21 March 1901]
His Inheritance [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: This poem by “Dryblower” Murphy was published in The West Australian Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 28 April 1901.] His Inheritance. “After the departure of such an able man as Sir John Forrest, any Premier would find great difficulty in administering satisfactorily … [Read more...] about His Inheritance [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 28 April 1901]
Keep off the grass [11 October 1901]
[Editor: An editorial critical of the Barton government’s acceptance of the British government’s directive to not create an explicitly racial immigration law. Published in The Independent (Deniliquin, NSW), 11 October 1901.] Keep off the grass. “When in doubt, play … [Read more...] about Keep off the grass [11 October 1901]
[A dusty old dryblower from the Fields] [28 April 1901]
[Editor: An anecdote (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 28 April 1901.] [A dusty old dryblower from the Fields] A dusty old dryblower from the Fields recently arrived in … [Read more...] about [A dusty old dryblower from the Fields] [28 April 1901]
Exit Moran [poem, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the column “A Mingled Yarn” in The Sun (Kalgoorlie, WA), 28 April 1901.] Exit Moran. The imbecile romps where the angels are frighted, Some poet observed; So Minister Moran disported and skited, By impudence … [Read more...] about Exit Moran [poem, 28 April 1901]
Vice Versa [poem, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 28 April 1901.] Vice Versa. News Item:— “The Government are considering the advisability of putting down bores on the site of … [Read more...] about Vice Versa [poem, 28 April 1901]
[The Imbecile Romps where the Angels are Frighted] [poem, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 28 April 1901.] [The Imbecile Romps where the Angels are Frighted] Extract from an election screech by Mr. J. C. Brickhill:— … [Read more...] about [The Imbecile Romps where the Angels are Frighted] [poem, 28 April 1901]
[The Bite that Snapped a Boat in Two] [poem, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem (possibly by “Dryblower” Murphy) published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 28 April 1901.] [The Bite that Snapped a Boat in Two] A contemporary in detailing the various difficulties under which live … [Read more...] about [The Bite that Snapped a Boat in Two] [poem, 28 April 1901]
Deposed [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 28 April 1901]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, published in the “Variety Vamps and Sunday Satires” column in The West Australian Sunday Times, 28 April 1901.] Deposed. By Dryblower. M’Stingaree stepped from the boat to the pier In a doleful, despairing condition, And we … [Read more...] about Deposed [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 28 April 1901]
Birth of a nation: Historical sketch [1 January 1901]
[Editor: An article regarding the Federation of Australia. Published in The Brisbane Courier, 1 January 1901.] Birth of a nation. Historical sketch. Though the first discovery of Australia is still to a large extent in the region of uncertainty, it has generally been … [Read more...] about Birth of a nation: Historical sketch [1 January 1901]
A Twilight Song [poem, 9 March 1901]
[Editor: This poem by Norman L. Beurle was published in The Australasian (Melbourne), 9 March 1901.] A Twilight Song When the birds awake in the morning, And the dew is on the grass, There comes a tremulous whisper, As the fading shadows pass. And I listen, hoping, … [Read more...] about A Twilight Song [poem, 9 March 1901]
Extracts from the “Verse and Worse” column [26 May 1901]
[Editor: Some extracts from “Dryblower” Murphy’s “Verse and Worse” column. Published in The West Australian Sunday Times, 26 May 1901.] Verse — and Worse. A politician publican of Fremantle was recently delivering an impassioned address to a group of coal lumpers in his … [Read more...] about Extracts from the “Verse and Worse” column [26 May 1901]