[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a poem, as well as an illustration of some kookaburras, along with some embedded wattle blossoms in an outline of Australia, is dated 10 December 1917, during the First World War (1914-1918); it was sent to a sailor serving on HMAS … [Read more...] about Best Wishes [postcard, 10 December 1917 (during the First World War)]
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Two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman [First World War postcard, 26 July 1917]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a photo of two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman (the latter dressed in an Australian army uniform), is from the era of the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 26 July 1917.] Two Australian soldiers and a … [Read more...] about Two Australian soldiers and a Frenchman [First World War postcard, 26 July 1917]
“Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]
[Editor: This postcard was sent by a soldier to his girlfriend, during the First World War (1914-1918). The postcard is dated 28 June 1917.] “Christians awake!” [Front of postcard] “Christians awake!” “Le rappel à la réalite!” [Reverse of … [Read more...] about “Christians awake!” [First World War postcard, sent by Charles Fell to his girlfriend, 28 June 1917]
Voices of Anzac [song by L. E. Homfray, August 1917]
[Editor: This song by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bush Brother (Dubbo, NSW), August 1917.] Voices of Anzac. Upon the shores of Anzac In many a nameless grave, Australia’s sons are sleeping, Her heroes, true and brave. The call to arms was sounding, And in … [Read more...] about Voices of Anzac [song by L. E. Homfray, August 1917]
Thomas Shanley (colonist) [several items, 1917]
[Editor: Reproduced below are several items regarding Thomas Shanley, an Australian colonist, who migrated from Ireland in 1855. He was the son of Thomas Shanley (senior) and Mary Shanley (née Quinn). He died in 1917, in Killarney (Victoria), at the age of 84 … [Read more...] about Thomas Shanley (colonist) [several items, 1917]
Our Light Horse regiments [15 November 1917]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Battle of Beersheba (1917), which took place during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in Punch (Melbourne, Vic.), 15 November 1917.] Our Light Horse regiments. Once again our Australian mounted men have distinguished … [Read more...] about Our Light Horse regiments [15 November 1917]
Australian Light Horse engaged [15 November 1917]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Battle of Beersheba (1917), which took place during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in the Bendigo Independent (Bendigo, Vic.), 15 November 1917.] Australian Light Horse Engaged. (Reuter’s Service). A despatch has … [Read more...] about Australian Light Horse engaged [15 November 1917]
Anzac Day: Glory of Gallipoli: Governor-General’s Tribute [speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, 26 April 1917]
[Editor: This speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson (Governor General of Australia), given during the First World War), was published in The Argus (Melbourne), 26 April 1917.] Anzac Day. Glory of Gallipoli. Governor-General’s Tribute. Brisbane, Wednesday. — Anzac Day … [Read more...] about Anzac Day: Glory of Gallipoli: Governor-General’s Tribute [speech by Sir Ronald Munro Ferguson, 26 April 1917]
The Soldier’s Vision of Christ [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in ‘Somewhere in France’ (1917).] The Soldier’s Vision of Christ The battle was raging fierce and strong, In countless numbers the wounded lay, Beyond the reach of all human aid A boy lay breathing his life away. And … [Read more...] about The Soldier’s Vision of Christ [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in ‘Somewhere in France’ (1917).] The Mother’s Prayer Low before the Holy Altar Where the faithful knelt in prayer, Long and earnestly a mother Pleaded for the son she bare. “Jesus, Lord, in mercy keep him Through all … [Read more...] about The Mother’s Prayer [poem by L. E. Homfray]
The Great Sacrifice [in ‘Somewhere in France’ by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This religious wartime illustration was published in ‘Somewhere in France’ (1917).] The Great Sacrifice Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends Source: L. E. Homfray, ‘Somewhere in France’, Sydney: D. S. Ford, … [Read more...] about The Great Sacrifice [in ‘Somewhere in France’ by L. E. Homfray]
‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]
[Editor: This booklet by L. E. Homfray was published during the First World War (1914-1918). The first item in the booklet, “The Great Sacrifice”, is a religious wartime illustration, whilst the other two items are poems. As this publication did not have a contents page, a list … [Read more...] about ‘Somewhere in France’ [by L. E. Homfray]
Possum [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Doreen (1917).] Possum Jist ’ere it gripped me, on a sudden, like a red-’ot knife. I wus diggin’ in the garden, talkin’ pleasant to me wife, When it got me good an’ solid, an’ I fetches out a yell, An’ curses soft … [Read more...] about Possum [poem by C. J. Dennis]
Vi’lits [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Doreen (1917).] Vi’lits I wus pickin’ gipsy vi’lits fer to try an’ square Doreen. We ’ad words . . . about pianners — fer she wants one awful keen — ’Igh words, about ’igh-toned idears — an’, like a love-sick … [Read more...] about Vi’lits [poem by C. J. Dennis]
Logic and Spotted Dog [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Doreen (1917).] Logic and Spotted Dog “Unless you ’ide that axe,” she sez, “’E’ll ’urt ’imself reel bad. An’ after all — Now, Bill, don’t cry! — that trouble that I’ve ’ad, Wiv ’im thro’ croop an’ whoopin’ corf, ’e … [Read more...] about Logic and Spotted Dog [poem by C. J. Dennis]
Washing Day [poem by C. J. Dennis]
[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in Doreen (1917).] Washing Day The little gipsy vi’lits, they wus peepin’ thro’ the green As she come walkin’ in the grass, me little wife, Doreen. The sun shone on the sassafras, where thrushes sung a bar. — The ’ope … [Read more...] about Washing Day [poem by C. J. Dennis]
Doreen [by C. J. Dennis, 1917]
[Editor: This booklet by C. J. Dennis was published in 1917. 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.] Doreen By C. J. Dennis Washing Day Logic and Spotted … [Read more...] about Doreen [by C. J. Dennis, 1917]
The Girl in the Pines [song, 13 November 1917]
[Editor: A song printed during the First World War. Published in The Forbes Advocate, 13 November 1917.] The Girl in the Pines (Written for “The Forbes Advocate” by “Old Hand.”) On a snow-covered field he was dying, With a comrade supporting his head; On a … [Read more...] about The Girl in the Pines [song, 13 November 1917]
Letter from Hell: Jim O’Hea on chats [6 November 1917]
[Editor: A letter from an Australian soldier, during the First World War. Published in The Forbes Advocate, 6 November 1917.] Letter from Hell Jim O’Hea on chats. Once again our friend Jim O’Hea writes us, this time from this address: Somewhere in Hell, But fine … [Read more...] about Letter from Hell: Jim O’Hea on chats [6 November 1917]
On the Banks of the Beautiful River [poem by “Kookaburra”, 19 January 1917]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”. Published in The Evelyn Observer, and Bourke East Record, 19 January 1917.] On the Banks of the Beautiful River. On the banks of the beautiful river, For ever and ever and aye, We shall thank Thee, O Lord, as the giver Of the chance … [Read more...] about On the Banks of the Beautiful River [poem by “Kookaburra”, 19 January 1917]
Daylight Saving! [article by “Kookaburra”, 9 October 1917]
[Editor: An article by “Kookaburra”, addressing some problems with daylight saving time from a farmer’s perspective. Published in The Evelyn Observer, and Bourke East Record, 9 October 1917.] Daylight Saving! “What do you think of this new daylight-saving scheme that’s … [Read more...] about Daylight Saving! [article by “Kookaburra”, 9 October 1917]
Our Noble Sons [poem by “Kookaburra”, 1 June 1917]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”, regarding Australians fighting overseas during the First World War. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 1 June 1917.] Our Noble Sons. All praise to thee our noble sons Who’ve crossed … [Read more...] about Our Noble Sons [poem by “Kookaburra”, 1 June 1917]
Towards Industrial Democracy: The White Australia Policy [by Vance Palmer, 16 August 1917]
[Editor: In this article, Vance Palmer argues that Australia must develop more “original literary, artistic, scientific, or social achievement”, so as to establish itself as a country with a significant contribution to make to civilisation, and thus provide a justification for … [Read more...] about Towards Industrial Democracy: The White Australia Policy [by Vance Palmer, 16 August 1917]
Australian poetry [7 August 1917]
[Editor: A report on a lecture giving a negative review of Australian poetry. Published in The Advertiser, 7 August 1917.] Australian poetry. On Monday night the Rev. Alfred Gifford lectured before the Poetry Society on “A Glimpse of Australian Poetry, from Harpur to … [Read more...] about Australian poetry [7 August 1917]
Late “Billy” Lane [4 October 1917]
[Editor: An article regarding William Lane. Published in The Worker (Brisbane, Qld.), 4 October 1917.] Late “Billy” Lane A Reminiscence and a Tribute. Writes R. S. Ross in “Ross’s Monthly” for September:— “Billy” Lane is dead — dear old “Billy” Lane. And he died in … [Read more...] about Late “Billy” Lane [4 October 1917]