[Editor: This article, about the celebration of Mother’s Day in Katoomba (NSW), was published in The Blue Mountain Echo (Katoomba, NSW), 13 May 1921.] Mothers’ Day “Youth fades, love droops, The leaves of friendship fall; A mother's secret hope Outlives them … [Read more...] about Mothers’ Day [13 May 1921]
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Remembrance Day [poem by Clara Leonar Patey, 22 April 1921]
[Editor: This poem, by Clara Leonar Patey, was published in the Frankston & Somerville Standard (Frankston, Vic.), 22 April 1921. In earlier times, Anzac Day (25 April) was sometimes referred to as “Remembrance Day”.] Remembrance Day “Lest We Forget” heroic … [Read more...] about Remembrance Day [poem by Clara Leonar Patey, 22 April 1921]
Rugby League: Australians’ easy win [19 September 1921]
[Editor: This article, about a rugby league match between Australia and Salford (England), was published in The Maitland Daily Mercury (West Maitland, NSW), 19 September 1921.] Rugby League. Australians’ easy win. (United Service Cables). Manchester, Saturday. At … [Read more...] about Rugby League: Australians’ easy win [19 September 1921]
Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles [poem, 17 September 1921]
[Editor: This poem was published in “The Moving Picture Show” section of The Sun (Sydney, NSW), 17 September 1921.] Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles Owing to the high cost of living the Soviet has raised the wages of workmen to 300,000 roubles a month, and of officials to … [Read more...] about Ode to 3,000,000,000,000 Roubles [poem, 17 September 1921]
Pleasure [17 September 1921]
[Editor: This tongue-in-cheek short story was published in “The Moving Picture Show” section of The Sun (Sydney, NSW), 17 September 1921.] Pleasure “Manly Council was indignant at a suggestion read into the remarks of the Chief Harbor Trust Commissioner that Manly was … [Read more...] about Pleasure [17 September 1921]
The economies of Binks [short story by L. E. Homfray, 9 December 1921]
[Editor: This short story by L. E. Homfray was published in The Capricornian (Rockhampton, Qld.), 9 December 1921. It was written in the Australian vernacular.] The economies of Binks. (By L. E. Homfray.) “Now just you listen to this ’ere ’int, ’ow to make 18s. do the … [Read more...] about The economies of Binks [short story by L. E. Homfray, 9 December 1921]
Charge at Beersheba [8 November 1921]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Battle of Beersheba (1917), which took place during the First World War (1914-1918), is an extract from the “Notes for soldiers” column, published in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.), 8 November 1921.] Charge at Beersheba Included in the … [Read more...] about Charge at Beersheba [8 November 1921]
Battle Diary: Light Horse at Beersheba [31 October 1921]
[Editor: This short article, regarding the Battle of Beersheba (1917), which took place during the First World War (1914-1918), was published in the Evening News (Sydney, NSW), 31 October 1921.] Battle Diary Light Horse at Beersheba Long desert rides and months of … [Read more...] about Battle Diary: Light Horse at Beersheba [31 October 1921]
“Australianism” [10 May 1921]
[Editor: This article, about the remarks of Thomas Mutch regarding Australianism, was published in The Daily Herald (Adelaide, SA), 10 May 1921.] “Australianism.” On the occasion of the presentation of prizes won through the Country Promotion League at Enmore, New South … [Read more...] about “Australianism” [10 May 1921]
Comrades in arms [26 October 1921]
[Editor: An article about comradeship between soldier settlers (after the First World War). Published in The Gloucester Advocate (Gloucester, NSW), 26 October 1921.] Comrades in arms. An interesting instance of the spirit and comradeship among the soldier settlers on the … [Read more...] about Comrades in arms [26 October 1921]
Our Mayor [poem, 1 January 1921]
[Editor: This poem was published in the “Sun Rays of the Week” column, in The Newcastle Sun (Newcastle, NSW), 1 January 1921.] Our Mayor Here’s to the Mayor, with his wisdom and power, Known to most of his people as Robert Kilgour; Though some of the clan who his genius … [Read more...] about Our Mayor [poem, 1 January 1921]
1921 [poem, 1 January 1921]
[Editor: This poem was published in the “Sun Rays of the Week” column, in The Newcastle Sun (Newcastle, NSW), 1 January 1921.] 1921 We turn another leaf today, Page 1921; What will be written, who can say, In 1921? For many changes there will be In home and town, in … [Read more...] about 1921 [poem, 1 January 1921]
Happy New Year! [poem, 1 January 1921]
[Editor: This poem was published in Smith’s Weekly (Sydney, NSW), 1 January 1921.] Happy New Year! Here’s to the New Year, solvent and gay, Kicking his heels in the new-mown hay! Here’s to the pessimist down the field Who reckoned the rain would spoil the … [Read more...] about Happy New Year! [poem, 1 January 1921]
Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 23 December 1921.] Echoes of the Christmas Bells. Once again the bells are ringing, Pealing out with joyful voice, Telling us of peace and gladness, Bidding every heart … [Read more...] about Echoes of the Christmas Bells [poem by L. E. Homfray, 23 December 1921]
Our Debt of Honour [poem by L. E. H., 11 March 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in the Darling Downs Gazette (Toowoomba, Qld.), 11 March 1921.] Our Debt of Honour. They died to guard our honour, They died that we might live, And we, in very honour, Our humble homage give. They left their home and … [Read more...] about Our Debt of Honour [poem by L. E. H., 11 March 1921]
Compensation! [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 November 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Robertson Advocate (Robertson, NSW), 11 November 1921. It was written as a call for adequate and just compensation for Australia’s returned servicemen. This poem is written in a vernacular style.] Compensation! To … [Read more...] about Compensation! [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 November 1921]
Anzac Crosses [poem by L. E. H., 18 April 1921]
[Editor: This poem by L. E. Homfray was published in The Bundaberg Mail (Bundaberg, Qld.), 18 April 1921.] Anzac Crosses. The following lines were written in reference to a special Anzac Service held in a country parish in New South Wales where the nearest relatives of … [Read more...] about Anzac Crosses [poem by L. E. H., 18 April 1921]
Poppy Day in Brisbane [10 October 1921]
[Editor: This article, about the selling of poppies for Armistice Day (later known as Remembrance Day), was published in The Telegraph (Brisbane, Qld.), 10 October 1921.] Poppy Day in Brisbane. November 4. On 11th November, uniting in a spirit of brotherhood, the … [Read more...] about Poppy Day in Brisbane [10 October 1921]
“Australian Ideals”: Lecture by Rev. Father G. E. Herlihy [25 August 1921]
[Editor: An article regarding the Rev. Herlihy’s encouragement of Australian nationalism. Published in Freeman’s Journal, 25 August 1921.] “Australian Ideals.” Lecture by Rev. Father G. E. Herlihy. Under the auspices of the N.S.W. Debating Union, an interesting lecture … [Read more...] about “Australian Ideals”: Lecture by Rev. Father G. E. Herlihy [25 August 1921]
The Profiteers [poem by “Kookaburra”, 12 August 1921]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 12 August 1921.] The Profiteers. Oh, can you tell me mother, dear, Why is the world so sad and drear? Why when we read our daily page, Why does … [Read more...] about The Profiteers [poem by “Kookaburra”, 12 August 1921]
Delusion [poem by “Kookaburra”, 27 May 1921]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 27 May 1921.] Delusion. They told us in the days of old That we must more produce, And when the produce had been sold Our debt we could … [Read more...] about Delusion [poem by “Kookaburra”, 27 May 1921]
[We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] [poem, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem included in “Dryblower” Murphy’s “Verse and Worse” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] [We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] The Melbourne Trades Hall officials last Thursday considered that the “stewards’ strike … [Read more...] about [We’ve Respect for the Weak and the “Widdered”] [poem, 23 January 1921]
“Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] “Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” All countries have their courtesies, Verboseness and vernaculars, As varied as the plants and trees Upon this mundane orb or Mars. All nations … [Read more...] about “Goan’ ’Ave a Phenyle!” [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Proclaim it from the Steeple] [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
[Editor: A poem printed in “Dryblower” Murphy’s “Verse and Worse” column. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 23 January 1921.] [Proclaim it from the steeple] In a recent court case over East a boarding-house keeper refused to pay a housemaid’s wages on the ground … [Read more...] about [Proclaim it from the Steeple] [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 23 January 1921]
Why Poppies Are Red [poem, 11 November 1921]
[Editor: A poem published in The Daily Herald, 11 November 1921.] Why Poppies Are Red. (By Digger’s Dad.) Recent cables tell of over a million unemployed in Great Britain alone, including a quarter of a million ex-service men, some of whom are pawning their medals, … [Read more...] about Why Poppies Are Red [poem, 11 November 1921]