[Editor: This article, regarding a memorial service for Lieutenant Malcolm Chisholm, during World War One (1914-1918), was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 15 March 1915.] “Like a soldier.” Australian officer’s gallant death. A tribute was paid to the … [Read more...] about “Like a soldier”: Australian officer’s gallant death [re Malcolm Chisholm (WW1), The Daily Telegraph, 15 March 1915]
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Late Lieutenant Chisholm: Memorial service [re Malcolm Chisholm (WW1), The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 March 1915]
[Editor: This article, regarding a memorial service for Lieutenant Malcolm Chisholm, during World War One (1914-1918), was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 15 March 1915.] Late Lieutenant Chisholm. Memorial service. A memorial service was held at … [Read more...] about Late Lieutenant Chisholm: Memorial service [re Malcolm Chisholm (WW1), The Sydney Morning Herald, 15 March 1915]
Football in Egypt: Australian game played: “Magpie” player captain [letter (WW1), 9 February 1915]
[Editor: This letter, regarding a game of Australian Rules Football being played by Australian soldiers in Egypt in 1914 (during World War One, 1914-1918), was published in The Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), 9 February 1915.] Football in Egypt Australian game … [Read more...] about Football in Egypt: Australian game played: “Magpie” player captain [letter (WW1), 9 February 1915]
Australians brave: “An imperishable record,” cables General Hamilton [12 May 1915]
[Editor: This article, regarding the fighting by Anzac soldiers at the Dardanelles (during the First World War), was published in The Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), 12 May 1915.] Australians brave “An imperishable record,” cables General Hamilton Mr A. Fisher, the Prime … [Read more...] about Australians brave: “An imperishable record,” cables General Hamilton [12 May 1915]
Harvest festival [16 March 1915]
[Editor: This article, regarding the annual harvest festival held by the Methodist Church in Goulburn (NSW), was published in the Goulburn Evening Penny Post (Goulburn, NSW), 16 March 1915.] Harvest festival. The members and friends of the Lagoon-street Methodist Church … [Read more...] about Harvest festival [16 March 1915]
Notes [re rainfall and drought in Australia, 2 September 1915]
[Editor: This untitled item, regarding rainfall and drought in Australia, is an extract from the “Notes” section published in Nature (London, England), 2 September 1915.] Notes. The rainfall in Australia in 1914 is shown in a series of charts prepared by Mr. H. A. Hunt, … [Read more...] about Notes [re rainfall and drought in Australia, 2 September 1915]
Notes [re plans to create the forerunner of the CSIRO, 2 September 1915]
[Editor: This untitled item, regarding the intention of the Australian government to set up a organisation dedicated to scientific and industrial research (later to become the CSIRO), is an extract from the “Notes” section published in Nature (London, England), 2 September … [Read more...] about Notes [re plans to create the forerunner of the CSIRO, 2 September 1915]
Notes [re Australian cattle, 2 September 1915]
[Editor: This untitled item, regarding Australian cattle, is an extract from the “Notes” section published in Nature (London, England), 2 September 1915.] NOTES. Australian cattle may be affected by nodules below the skin caused by the presence of “nests” of small … [Read more...] about Notes [re Australian cattle, 2 September 1915]
Frederick Manson Bailey, C.M.G. [obituary, 2 September 1915]
[Editor: This obituary, regarding Frederick Manson Bailey (botanist), was published in Nature (London, England), 2 September 1915.] Frederick Manson Bailey, C.M.G. The death of Frederick Manson Bailey, C.M.G., the veteran Colonial Botanist of Queensland, which was … [Read more...] about Frederick Manson Bailey, C.M.G. [obituary, 2 September 1915]
Death of Mr. Jolley, M.P. [5 January 1915]
[Editor: This obituary, regarding Edward Jolley, was published in The Creswick Advertiser (Creswick, Vic.), 5 January 1915. The first three paragraphs of this article are the same as that published in The Age (2 January 1915), although with an additional three paragraphs … [Read more...] about Death of Mr. Jolley, M.P. [5 January 1915]
Death of Mr. Jolley, M.P.: Labor Party’s heavy death toll [2 January 1915]
[Editor: This obituary, regarding Edward Jolley, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 2 January 1915.] Death of Mr. Jolley, M.P. Labor Party’s heavy death toll. Mr. Edward Francis George Jolley, member of the House of Representatives for the Grampians, died on … [Read more...] about Death of Mr. Jolley, M.P.: Labor Party’s heavy death toll [2 January 1915]
Her valentine [by F.F.B., 10 February 1915]
[Editor: This article, by F.F.B., regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 10 February 1915.] Her valentine. (By F.F.B.) No longer on St. Valentine’s Day do maiden hearts flutter violently at each visit of the postman, and if, on … [Read more...] about Her valentine [by F.F.B., 10 February 1915]
Victoria’s only battlefield [2 January 1915]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Eureka Rebellion, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 2 January 1915.] Victoria’s only battlefield By X. Few remember that the 3rd December was the sixtieth anniversary of Eureka — Victoria’s only experience of warfare on … [Read more...] about Victoria’s only battlefield [2 January 1915]
In Australia: Returning soldiers: South Australian quota [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This list, of South Australian soldiers returning to Australia during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] In Australia. Returning soldiers. South Australian … [Read more...] about In Australia: Returning soldiers: South Australian quota [29 October 1915]
Discharge certificates [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This brief article, regarding Australian military discharge certificates issued during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] Discharge certificates. The military authorities … [Read more...] about Discharge certificates [29 October 1915]
In the Dardanelles: Campaign condemned by Lord Brassey [29 October 1915]
[Editor: This article, reporting on the comments of Lord Brassey regarding the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in “The War” section of The Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW), 29 October 1915.] In the Dardanelles. Campaign … [Read more...] about In the Dardanelles: Campaign condemned by Lord Brassey [29 October 1915]
Lord Beassey outspoken [re the Dardanelles campaign, 6 November 1915]
[Editor: This article, reporting on the comments of Lord Brassey regarding the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), 6 November 1915.] Lord Beassey outspoken. In an interview given by Lord … [Read more...] about Lord Beassey outspoken [re the Dardanelles campaign, 6 November 1915]
A new phase of the party curse [WW1 editorial (re the UK), 20 September 1915]
[Editor: This editorial was published in The Daily Advertiser (Wagga Wagga, NSW), 20 September 1915. The editorial is primarily about party politics and conscription in the UK (although Australia is mentioned in passing); it says that “anyone guilty of conduct calculated to … [Read more...] about A new phase of the party curse [WW1 editorial (re the UK), 20 September 1915]
Old Granny Sullivan [booklet by John Shaw Neilson, 1915]
[Editor: This booklet, consisting of the poem “Old Granny Sullivan” by John Shaw Neilson (given here as “Shaw Neilson”), was published in 1915.] Old Granny Sullivan By Shaw Neilson A pleasant shady place it is, a pleasant place and cool — The township folk go up … [Read more...] about Old Granny Sullivan [booklet by John Shaw Neilson, 1915]
Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 22 December 1915]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of an Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps, is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 22 December 1915.] Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical … [Read more...] about Unknown Australian soldier, from the Australian Army Medical Corps [First World War postcard, with photo of an Australian soldier, 22 December 1915]
A clergyman fined: Wanted to “cut it out” [20 August 1915]
[Editor: This article was published in The Gosford Times; Woy Woy and Wyong District Advocate (Gosford, NSW), 20 August 1915.] A clergyman fined. Wanted to “cut it out.” Rev. J. P. Penman, Methodist minister at Katoomba, and his wife were summoned before Mr. T. B. … [Read more...] about A clergyman fined: Wanted to “cut it out” [20 August 1915]
General news [news items regarding the First World War, 21 August 1915]
[Editor: This column of various news items was published in The Democrat (Lithgow, NSW), 21 August 1915. Most of the items relate to the First World War (1914-1918).] General news. A new antiseptic with wonderful properties has been discovered and is being applied to the … [Read more...] about General news [news items regarding the First World War, 21 August 1915]
Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling [poem “Australia’s Call” by Irene Jones, 5 August 1915]
[Editor: This poem (or song) by Irene Jones was published in the Mudgee Guardian and North-Western Representative (Mudgee, NSW), 5 August 1915 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling. The following appropriate and inspiring verses, … [Read more...] about Boys! Listen! The Empire is calling [poem “Australia’s Call” by Irene Jones, 5 August 1915]
Lost Opportunities [poem by L. E. Homfray, July 1915]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), July 1915.] Lost Opportunities. We do not need the hand outstretched, We turn with scornful words away, But, in that day, and in that hour, Our golden chance has gone for aye. We … [Read more...] about Lost Opportunities [poem by L. E. Homfray, July 1915]
Ex-Senator McColl in a new role [12 August 1915]
[Editor: This article, which includes some songs by James McColl (1844-1929), was published in The Kyneton Guardian (Kyneton, Vic.), 12 August 1915.] Ex-Senator McColl in a new role. Up in Bendigo they had, notwithstanding the rain, on Australian Red Cross Day an … [Read more...] about Ex-Senator McColl in a new role [12 August 1915]