[Editor: This article, regarding an arranged public debate over the proposed abolition of state parliaments, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 7 September 1909.] Unification or Federation? A.N.A. Debate. Mr. Toutcher defeated. A challenge lightly thrown … [Read more...] about Unification or Federation? A.N.A. debate [7 September 1909]
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Proposed federation of the A.N.A.: West Australian General President’s view [by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, 15 March 1909]
[Editor: This article, by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, regarding the proposed federation of the state branches of the Australian Natives’ Association, was published in The Advance Australia (Melbourne, Vic.), 15 March 1909.] Proposed federation of the A.N.A. West Australian … [Read more...] about Proposed federation of the A.N.A.: West Australian General President’s view [by Mr. A. H. O’Connor, 15 March 1909]
Federal board [by Mr. J. M. Chanter, re the ANA, 15 March 1909]
[Editor: This article, by Mr. J. M. Chanter, regarding the proposed federation of the state branches of the Australian Natives’ Association, was published in The Advance Australia (Melbourne, Vic.), 15 March 1909.] Federal board. By Mr. J. M. Chanter, M.H.R., ex-Chief … [Read more...] about Federal board [by Mr. J. M. Chanter, re the ANA, 15 March 1909]
Blasting accident: Two miners injured [14 July 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding a mining accident at the New Nil Desperandum mine (in Raywood, Vic.), was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 14 July 1909.] Blasting accident. Two miners injured. Bendigo, Tuesday. At the New Nil Desperandum mine, … [Read more...] about Blasting accident: Two miners injured [14 July 1909]
New Nil Desperandum, Raywood: The importance of accurate plans [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding the New Nil Desperandum mine (in Raywood, Vic.), was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] New Nil Desperandum, Raywood. The importance of accurate plans. Bendigo. — A survey of this mine has just been completed by Mr. W. … [Read more...] about New Nil Desperandum, Raywood: The importance of accurate plans [mining report, 4 May 1909]
The Nuggety Ajax [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Nuggety Ajax mine (in Daylesford, Vic.), was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] The Nuggety Ajax. Ballarat. — In their report for the past half year the directors of the Nuggety Ajax Co., Daylesford, state that the … [Read more...] about The Nuggety Ajax [mining report, 4 May 1909]
Bendigo mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding mining in Bendigo, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] Bendigo mining notes. Bendigo. — The stone on the top of the rise which the Johnson’s Reef have put up a height of 270 feet on the Collmann back, near the … [Read more...] about Bendigo mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
Ballarat mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding mining in Ballarat, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 4 May 1909.] Ballarat mining notes. Ballarat. — At the Ballarat Prospecting Co.’s claim the eastern crosscut is passing through promising country. Mr. Baragwanath, of the … [Read more...] about Ballarat mining notes [mining report, 4 May 1909]
A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photograph of a school in rural Victoria, with some girls doing some gardening tasks, is postmarked 18 May 1909.] [Front of postcard] A typical Victorian country school. The education system of Victoria is free, … [Read more...] about A typical Victorian country school [postcard, 18 May 1909]
The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photograph of the official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system on 9 March 1909.] [Front of postcard] The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system. March 9th, 1909. The First Car driven by Mrs. … [Read more...] about The official opening of Adelaide’s electric tram system [postcard, 1909]
A. G. S.: As seen and heard by the “Nice New Zealand boy” [22 January 1909]
[Editor: This article, regarding A. G. Stephens, was published in The Press (Christchurch, NZ), 22 January 1909.] A. G. S. As seen and heard by the “Nice New Zealand boy.” (Specially written for “The Press.”) A. G. Stephens was in Christchurch. He had done many … [Read more...] about A. G. S.: As seen and heard by the “Nice New Zealand boy” [22 January 1909]
Mothers’ Day [10 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, referring to the celebration of Mother’s Day in Adelaide, was published in the “Topics of the day” section in The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA), 10 May 1909.] Mothers’ Day. “Mothers’ Day” was observed by many people and in many places in Adelaide … [Read more...] about Mothers’ Day [10 May 1909]
Mother’s Day [20 May 1909]
[Editor: This article, about Mother’s Day, was published in The Watchman (Sydney, NSW), 20 May 1909.] Mother’s Day The latest from the land of the Stars and Stripes is “Mother’s Day,” and is an innovation to be highly commended. That one day should be set apart to … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day [20 May 1909]
Bird-day in schools [21 October 1909]
[Editor: This article, about the protection of birds and the Gould League of Bird Lovers, was published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 21 October 1909.] Bird-day in schools. The Education department is endeavouring to interest children in the protection of birds and has … [Read more...] about Bird-day in schools [21 October 1909]
Burke and Wills [poem by Laura Wilson, 17 February 1909]
[Editor: This poem, written by Laura Wilson, about the Burke and Wills expedition, was published in “The Little Laureate’s Corner” section of the The Australian Town and Country Journal (Sydney, NSW), 17 February 1909.] Burke and Wills. By Laura Wilson (Ringwood, … [Read more...] about Burke and Wills [poem by Laura Wilson, 17 February 1909]
[Wattle Day is our new national institution] [by “Nimitybelle”, 8 September 1909]
[Editor: This untitled item, about Wattle Day and the Wattle Day League, is an extract from the “Lady’s letter” section (by “Nimitybelle”), published in The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (Braidwood, NSW), 8 September 1909.] [Wattle Day is our new national … [Read more...] about [Wattle Day is our new national institution] [by “Nimitybelle”, 8 September 1909]
Wattle Day: A good movement [31 August 1909]
[Editor: This article, about the proposal for a Wattle Day, was published in The Sydney Stock & Station Journal (Sydney, NSW), 31 August 1909.] Wattle Day. A good movement. There is an agitation going on in Sydney just now for the establishment of a purely Australian … [Read more...] about Wattle Day: A good movement [31 August 1909]
Wattle Day [notice of inaugural meeting, 27 August 1909]
[Editor: This notice of a meeting, to discuss the creation of a Wattle Day, was published in the Evening News (Sydney, NSW), 27 August 1909.] Wattle Day. With a view of stimulating Australian national sentiment, and connecting it with love of our beautiful flora, a … [Read more...] about Wattle Day [notice of inaugural meeting, 27 August 1909]
Proposed “Wattle Day” [26 August 1909]
[Editor: This article about Wattle Day was published in The Star (Sydney, NSW), 26 August 1909.] Proposed “Wattle Day.” Mesdames Hannah Clunies-Ross, and Agnes L. Kettlewell, and the curator of the Botanical Gardens, Mr. J. H. Maiden, are convening a meeting to be held at … [Read more...] about Proposed “Wattle Day” [26 August 1909]
[At the Royal Society’s House] [creation of the Wattle Day League, 1 September 1909]
[Editor: This untitled article, about the creation of the Wattle Day League, and their plans for establishing Wattle Day, is an extract from the “Social Gossip” section (by “Genette”) published in The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (Sydney, NSW), 1 September … [Read more...] about [At the Royal Society’s House] [creation of the Wattle Day League, 1 September 1909]
[A controversy has often arisen] [re tree-felling, 2 October 1909]
[Editor: This untitled item, about tree-felling, is an extract from the “Orchard, Vineyard & Garden” section published in The Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), 2 October 1909.] [A controversy has often arisen] A controversy has often arisen amongst axemen as to who has felled the … [Read more...] about [A controversy has often arisen] [re tree-felling, 2 October 1909]
[A meeting, largely attended] [re Wattle Day, 2 October 1909]
[Editor: This untitled item, about Wattle Day, is an extract from the “Orchard, Vineyard & Garden” section published in The Leader (Melbourne, Vic.), 2 October 1909.] [A meeting, largely attended] A meeting, largely attended, principally by ladies, was held in the Royal … [Read more...] about [A meeting, largely attended] [re Wattle Day, 2 October 1909]
An “Australaise” [song by Allan F. Wilson, 20 March 1909]
[Editor: This song by Allan F. Wilson was published in the Geelong Advertiser (South Geelong, Vic.), 20 March 1909.] An “Australaise.” (With apologies to the shade of Rouget de L’Isle.) Rouse ye, all leal and true Australians, Our country’s foes are near at … [Read more...] about An “Australaise” [song by Allan F. Wilson, 20 March 1909]
The Faithful Watchman [poem, 28 August 1909]
[Editor: A poem about an incident on a boat. Published in The Braidwood Dispatch and Mining Journal (Braidwood, NSW), 28 August 1909.] The Faithful Watchman. At the sinking of the dredge recently at Araluen the faithful old watchman (who has passed the allotted span) … [Read more...] about The Faithful Watchman [poem, 28 August 1909]
How will this affect us? [by Mary Gilmore, 6 May 1909]
[Editor: This article by Mary Gilmore was published in the “Our Women’s Page” column (“Conducted by Mary Gilmore”), in The Worker (Sydney, NSW), 6 May 1909.] How will this affect us? “The Times” (London) of March 5 has the following item: “INDIAN EMIGRATION TO CROWN … [Read more...] about How will this affect us? [by Mary Gilmore, 6 May 1909]