[Editor: This article about the Spanish Flu was published in the Kalgoorlie Miner (Kalgoorlie, WA), 5 September 1918.] The “flu.” The latest English papers to hand tell us of the ravages of the great influenza epidemic there. Those who did not get the Spanish “flu” were … [Read more...] about The “flu” [5 September 1918]
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Influenza epidemic: Outbreak at Broadmeadows camp: Two hundred soldiers in hospital [17 August 1918]
[Editor: This article about the Spanish Flu was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 17 August 1918.] Influenza epidemic Outbreak at Broadmeadows camp. Two hundred soldiers in hospital. A particularly severe type of influenza, believed to be a form of Spanish … [Read more...] about Influenza epidemic: Outbreak at Broadmeadows camp: Two hundred soldiers in hospital [17 August 1918]
With the Anzacs: First touch of winter: Superiority over Boche [by Keith Murdoch, 24 September 1918]
[Editor: This article by Keith Murdoch, regarding the Western Front in Europe during the First World War, was published in The Daily Mail (Brisbane, Qld.), 24 September 1918. Different versions of this report were published in various other newspapers.] With the … [Read more...] about With the Anzacs: First touch of winter: Superiority over Boche [by Keith Murdoch, 24 September 1918]
“Australianism”: A new cult [1 July 1918]
[Editor: An article on the ideology of “Australianism”. Whilst the article refers to the ideology as a “cult”, that particular word is being used here in the sense of a great devotion to an idea, object, or movement, rather than in a negative sense (such as the derogatory … [Read more...] about “Australianism”: A new cult [1 July 1918]
The Pearl of Torres [by Louis Esson, 18 July 1918]
[Editor: A short story by Louis Esson. Published in Adventure (New York), 18 July 1918.] The Pearl of Torres by Louis Esson When Ted Jarrett, of New York City, drifted into the picturesque pearling village by Torres Straits, the monotony of life had just been … [Read more...] about The Pearl of Torres [by Louis Esson, 18 July 1918]
A real Australian story book [review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, 24 November 1918]
[Editor: A review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (by May Gibbs), included in the “The Bookman” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 24 November 1918.] A real Australian story book Here we have the most delightful kiddies’ book ever published in Australia; and … [Read more...] about A real Australian story book [review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie, 24 November 1918]
Have You Read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs) [review, 16 November 1918]
[Editor: A review of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (by May Gibbs), included in the “Have You Read?” column. Published in The World’s News (Sydney, NSW), 16 November 1918.] Have you read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs). In this very charming book, “all about two little … [Read more...] about Have You Read? Snugglepot and Cuddlepie (May Gibbs) [review, 16 November 1918]
The Shire [poem by “Kookaburra”, 8 March 1918]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 8 March 1918.] The Shire. Oh, what will they do with the Shire just now, When they’re got no money on hand, And it’s no use milking Victoria’s … [Read more...] about The Shire [poem by “Kookaburra”, 8 March 1918]
Aussie verse and verse-writers: II. — Henry Lawson [8 March 1918]
[Editor: An article published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 3, 8 March 1918.] Aussie verse and verse-writers. A short biographical sketch of a popular Australian author, with selections from his work will appear on this page each issue. II. — Henry … [Read more...] about Aussie verse and verse-writers: II. — Henry Lawson [8 March 1918]
The Chat’s Parade [poem, 8 March 1918]
[Editor: A poem about a “chat” (a louse). Published in Aussie: The Australian Soldiers’ Magazine, no. 3, 8 March 1918.] The Chat’s Parade. When the soldier, fagged and weary, In surroundings that are dreary, Aside lays he his rifle and grenade, Seeks solace in … [Read more...] about The Chat’s Parade [poem, 8 March 1918]