[Editor: This article, critical of government funding for white settlement in the Northern Territory, was published in Building and Real Estate (Sydney, NSW), 12 March 1915.] “White Australia” and the War. How long can we hold the Northern Territory under present … [Read more...] about “White Australia” and the War [12 March 1915]
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The expanding Federal public service [12 March 1915]
[Editor: This article, critical of government bureaucracy, was published in Building and Real Estate (Sydney, NSW), 12 March 1915.] The expanding Federal public service. The Federal Ministry made an important innovation recently in the appointments of Commissions. It … [Read more...] about The expanding Federal public service [12 March 1915]
Loco Bells [poem, 12 March 1915]
[Editor: This poem, about railway locomotives (trains), was published in Building and Real Estate (Sydney, NSW), 12 March 1915.] Loco Bells (With apologies to Poe.) Just listen to the clanging of each bell — loco. bells, That a fearsome railway engine is a-coming on … [Read more...] about Loco Bells [poem, 12 March 1915]
“Australia First!” [12 March 1915]
[Editor: This article, about supporting Australian industry, was published in Building and Real Estate (Sydney, NSW), 12 March 1915.] “Australia First!” Many well-meaning people just now are talking a good deal about taking immediate steps to “expand the trade of the … [Read more...] about “Australia First!” [12 March 1915]
How We Landed on Gallipoli Peninsula [poem, 13 July 1915]
[Editor: A poem from the First World War. Published in The Geraldton Guardian (Geraldton, WA), 13 July 1915.] How we landed on Gallipoli Peninsula. (By one of the Third Brigade.) Written at Gallipoli, May 28th, 1915. Do you hear what they say? We are getting … [Read more...] about How We Landed on Gallipoli Peninsula [poem, 13 July 1915]
The Men of Australia [poem, 22 June 1915]
[Editor: A poem with a patriotic theme; written during the First World War. Published in the North-Eastern Advertiser (Scottsdale, Tas.), 22 June 1915.] The Men of Australia. The men from the counter and workshop, The men from the hill and the plain, The men from the … [Read more...] about The Men of Australia [poem, 22 June 1915]
Treating the wounded: Doctor describes scenes: Chaplains lead charges [1 June 1915]
[Editor: A letter regarding the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War. Published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 1 June 1915.] Treating the wounded. Doctor describes scenes. Chaplains lead charges. Sydney, Monday. — Dr. Colin Chisholm Ross, of Sydney, … [Read more...] about Treating the wounded: Doctor describes scenes: Chaplains lead charges [1 June 1915]
Big recruiting meeting: Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A.: An enthusiastic reception [7 August 1915]
[Editor: This article was published in the Cowra Free Press, 7 August 1915 (during the First World War, 1914-1918).] Big recruiting meeting. Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A. An enthusiastic reception The Centennial Hall was crowded to the doors on … [Read more...] about Big recruiting meeting: Speeches by Messrs Waddell and Hickey, Ms.L.A.: An enthusiastic reception [7 August 1915]
[Australians in Gallipoli: Altering the map] [24 June 1915]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the Gallipoli campaign (First World War), was published in The Argus (Melbourne), 24 June 1915. It was subsequently reprinted in The Casterton News, 5 July 1915, under the title of “Australians in Gallipoli: Altering the … [Read more...] about [Australians in Gallipoli: Altering the map] [24 June 1915]
Thrilling story of pluck: Australasian soldiers’ heroism: Held position against overwhelming odds [8 June 1915]
[Editor: This article about an action in the Dardanelles campaign, during the First World War, was published in the Port Pirie Recorder, 8 June 1915.] Thrilling story of pluck. Australasian soldiers’ heroism. Held position against overwhelming odds. Cairo, … [Read more...] about Thrilling story of pluck: Australasian soldiers’ heroism: Held position against overwhelming odds [8 June 1915]
The casualties: Careers summarised [3 May 1915]
[Editor: This article gives some personal details of some of the Australian military casualties (killed and wounded) from the Gallipoli campaign (First World War). It was published in The Argus, 3 May 1915.] The casualties. Careers summarised. Lieut.-Colonel H. E. … [Read more...] about The casualties: Careers summarised [3 May 1915]
Sympathy [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sympathy. Because of one dear infant head, With curls of shining gold, And little lips, now hushed for aye, And hands so still and cold. Because of one fair smiling … [Read more...] about Sympathy [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Prayer for the Wandering Sheep. Shepherd of the sheep that wander, Hear our pleading prayer, That Thy flock may all be gathered ’Neath Thy care. Some have wandered weak … [Read more...] about Prayer for the Wandering Sheep [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweet Innocence. Dear little maid with the earnest eyes Looking on life with solemn gaze, Holding our hearts in thy tiny hands, Cheering us with thy loving ways. What … [Read more...] about Sweet Innocence [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Some Day. Some day the darkest clouds shall brighten o’er us, And all our hopes shall full fruition see, Some day our severed hearts shall meet in gladness, Some day our … [Read more...] about Some Day [poem by L. E. Homfray]
God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] God’s heroes. From cottage home, and Palace Hall An army brave goes forth to war, Through every age, from every land Till time itself shall be no more. Their lives may … [Read more...] about God’s heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] What will it Matter? When time is over, and sorrow is past, And pain and suffering are gone for aye, When seen in the light of eternal joy, How little will matter the … [Read more...] about What Will it Matter? [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Following of the Star. Lead us Holy Star of Light, Onward through the shades of night; With Thy radiance all divine O’er our darkened pathway shine. May we follow … [Read more...] about The Following of the Star [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Sweethearts [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sweethearts. Morning, bright as the summer skies, Laughing voices and love-lit eyes, Under the scented wattle bough, Pledging their love with solemn vow, Trusting the … [Read more...] about Sweethearts [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Somewhere. Somewhere the sun is shining, Though clouds may dim our sight, Somewhere the stars of Heaven Light up the darkest night. Somewhere the birds are … [Read more...] about Somewhere [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Life’s Journey. Marching along, through the storm and the sunshine, Bearing the burden and heat of the day, Striving for patience, for hope, and endurance, Praying for … [Read more...] about Life’s Journey [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Tune 225, A. & M. Hymns. Oh! God of every nation Our cry goes up to Thee, And at Thy throne of glory We fall on bended knee. Remember not our … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This hymn by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Hymn for Peace. Give Peace in our Time, O Lord. Tune 370, A. & M. Hymns. God of our Fathers, hear us now, Before Whose Throne all nations bow, Defend us from the … [Read more...] about Hymn for Peace: Give Peace in our Time, O Lord [hymn by L. E. Homfray]
“The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] “The Little Wooden Ship.” It was only a poor and broken toy, It was but little wooden ship; But how strangely stirred is the mother’s heart, And white with sorrow her … [Read more...] about “The Little Wooden Ship” [poem by L. E. Homfray]
A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] A Mother’s Prayer. When our hearts are sad with longing For our dear ones far away, Holy Father in Thy mercy Watch around them night and day. In the awful hour of … [Read more...] about A Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]