[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] In Memory of our Fallen Heroes. They rest in peace! each warrior brave Each sailor ’neath the ocean wave A victory won, their arms laid down, Each faithful soul receives … [Read more...] about In Memory of our Fallen Heroes [poem by L. E. Homfray]
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Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Sons of Australia. Sons of Australia, awaken and harken! Surely your hearts must respond to the call, Brothers arise, in the strength of your manhood Ready to fight for … [Read more...] about Sons of Australia [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] The Call of the Empire. We have heard the cry of battle And answered to the call, For the soldiers of the Empire Together stand or fall. Chorus: For the glory of the … [Read more...] about The Call of the Empire [song by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] Australians, Awake! Awake! awake! ye sons of fair Australia, Your King and country need your help to-day, A voice is calling ’mid the roar of battle, And shall not you for … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! [song by L. E. Homfray]
My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in Australians, Awake! And Other Poems (1915).] My Wish. Oh! could I hope that words of mine One thought expressed by tongue or pen, Might bring a moment’s joy or peace Across the restless hearts of men. Could I but … [Read more...] about My Wish [poem by L. E. Homfray]
Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). As this publication did not have a contents page, a list of the contents has been provided so as to enable easier access to the text.] Sold for the benefit of the Red Cross … [Read more...] about Australians, Awake! And Other Poems [by L. E. Homfray]
Tasman and Tasmania: 273rd anniversary of discovery [24 November 1915]
[Editor: An article about Abel Tasman. Published in The Post (Hobart), 24 November 1915.] Tasman and Tasmania 273rd anniversary of discovery. On November 24, 1642 — 273 years ago to-day — Abel Jansoon Tasman, commanding the Dutch ship Heemskirk, and Gerrit Zanszoon, … [Read more...] about Tasman and Tasmania: 273rd anniversary of discovery [24 November 1915]
“Turks won’t reap the barley” [25 June 1915]
[Editor: A letter from an Australian soldier. Published in The Register, 25 June 1915.] “Turks won't reap the barley.” Following are extracts of a letter from Capt. Kayser, 12th Battalion, to his wife, dated from Gallipoli Peninsula, Anzac Cove, May 15:— “We none of us … [Read more...] about “Turks won’t reap the barley” [25 June 1915]
Australians at work: Brisk battles fought: Heavy losses reported [7 June 1915]
[Editor: A cable message from Major-General Sir Ian Hamilton of the British Army, reporting on the fighting at Gallipoli. Published in The Register, 7 June 1915. This is one of the first newspaper articles in which the word “Anzac” was used.] Australians at work. Brisk … [Read more...] about Australians at work: Brisk battles fought: Heavy losses reported [7 June 1915]
Anzac Cove: A new Australian word [1 July 1915]
[Editor: An article about the creation of the word “Anzac”. Published in The Casterton News and the Merino and Sandford Record, 1 July 1915.] “Anzac” Cove A new Australian word “Anzac” looks like a foreign word; like one of the few short and easily pronounced foreign … [Read more...] about Anzac Cove: A new Australian word [1 July 1915]
Heroes of the Dardanelles [6 June 1915]
[Editor: An article about the early days of the Gallipoli campaign, including extracts from the letters of Australian soldiers. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 6 June 1915.] Heroes of the Dardanelles Graphic accounts of the fighting at Gaba Tepe — West … [Read more...] about Heroes of the Dardanelles [6 June 1915]
The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the following day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about The New Year’s Day massacre [the Battle of Broken Hill, 2 January 1915]
A Wattle Day Contrast [poem by Silas Lister, 7 September 1915]
[Editor: This poem by Silas Lister was published in The Register, 7 September 1915.] A Wattle Day Contrast. [By Silas Lister.] Never yet had Wattle Day Half such depth and splendour! And never held a wattle spray Meaning quite so tender! Dear Symbol — ever dearer … [Read more...] about A Wattle Day Contrast [poem by Silas Lister, 7 September 1915]
War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
[Editor: A report on an incident known as the Battle of Broken Hill. Two Muslims, flying the Turkish flag on a cart, attacked a party of Australian picnickers outside of Broken Hill, on New Year’s Day 1915. This article was published on the same day in The Barrier Miner. The … [Read more...] about War in Broken Hill [the Battle of Broken Hill, 1 January 1915]
Australia’s Men [poem by Dorothea Mackellar, 7 August 1915]
[Editor: This poem by Dorothea Mackellar was published in The Armidale Chronicle (Armidale, NSW), 7 August 1915.] Australia’s Men. There are some that go for love of a fight And some for love of a land, And some for a dream of the world set free Which they barely … [Read more...] about Australia’s Men [poem by Dorothea Mackellar, 7 August 1915]
The Sentimental Bloke [review, 6 November 1915]
[Editor: A review of The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis, from the “Literature: Publications Received” section of The Queenslander, 1915.] The Sentimental Bloke. “The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke,” by C.J. Dennis (Angus and Robertson, Sydney).— Gathered … [Read more...] about The Sentimental Bloke [review, 6 November 1915]
The Glossary [for The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This glossary of words and phrases by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke.] The Glossary GLOSSARY For use with “The Sentimental Bloke” and “Ginger Mick.” A.I.F. — Australian Imperial Force. Alley, to toss in the. — To give up … [Read more...] about The Glossary [for The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke, by C.J. Dennis]
The Mooch o’ Life [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] XIV. THE MOOCH O’ LIFE The Mooch o’ … [Read more...] about The Mooch o’ Life [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Kid [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] XIII. THE KID The Kid My son! . . . … [Read more...] about The Kid [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Uncle Jim [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] XII. UNCLE JIM Uncle Jim “I got no time … [Read more...] about Uncle Jim [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Beef Tea [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] XI. BEEF TEA Beef Tea She never magged; … [Read more...] about Beef Tea [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Hitched [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] X. HITCHED Hitched “An’ — wilt — yeh — … [Read more...] about Hitched [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Pilot Cove [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] IX. PILOT COVE Pilot Cove “Young … [Read more...] about Pilot Cove [poem by C.J. Dennis]
Mar [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] VIII. MAR Mar ’Er pore dear Par,” she … [Read more...] about Mar [poem by C.J. Dennis]
The Siren [poem by C.J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C.J. Dennis was published in The Songs of a Sentimental Bloke. Most of the poetry of C.J. Dennis is written in the style of the Australian vernacular. See the glossary for explanations of words and phrases.] VII. THE SIREN The Siren She sung a … [Read more...] about The Siren [poem by C.J. Dennis]