[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter XI Dundas rose slowly to his feet, and then stood staring straight before him. After the first cry he made no sound, remaining rigid and motionless, so that he might have … [Read more...] about Chapter 11 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
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Chapter 10 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter X With his hands deep in his pockets and his chin on his chest, Alan paced slowly up and down the verandah of the homestead. He had abandoned his first idea of going at … [Read more...] about Chapter 10 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 9 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter IX Standing rigid, with his breath coming in quick gasps, Alan took in every detail of his position. The landing he had come upon appeared to be an enlargement of the … [Read more...] about Chapter 9 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 8 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter VIII For a little space Alan could scarcely believe the evidence of his eyes. With wildly beating heart and shaking hands he reached for his lamp, and without rising from … [Read more...] about Chapter 8 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 7 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter VII Nature took her full toll of his weary body, and it was nearly nine next morning before Dundas kicked off his bed clothes with a hearty exclamation of dismay at his … [Read more...] about Chapter 7 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 6 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter VI Dundas was feeling “Monday morningish.” He over cooked his eggs and the bread he fried refused to crisp, and its doughiness and the extra annoyance of having let the … [Read more...] about Chapter 6 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 5 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter V Meanwhile, way down the long white road between well-ordered vineyards and scattered homesteads nestling in orchards, sped Marian and Alan behind the fretting Billy, and … [Read more...] about Chapter 5 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 4 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter IV Dundas woke late and care-free. It was ten o’clock before he had finished his leisurely breakfast, and captured and groomed Billy. Then he turned his attention to his … [Read more...] about Chapter 4 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 3 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter III Next morning Alan Dundas returned to his work with an interest he had never known before. When he had stopped the night before, he had uncovered about two square … [Read more...] about Chapter 3 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 2 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter II In a long white robe before the mirror of her dressing table Doris Bryce stood flashing a silver-backed brush through her long, thick hair. Her lord and alleged master … [Read more...] about Chapter 2 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Chapter 1 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is a chapter from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Chapter I Bryce brought his car to a stop in front of the deep verandah of the homestead, and, before getting out, let his eyes search the vivid green of the vines for the owner. … [Read more...] about Chapter 1 [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Prologue [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This is the Prologue from Out of the Silence (1947 edition) by Erle Cox (1873-1950).] Prologue. There was a man seated at a table in what appeared to be a vast physical laboratory. On the table, which was littered with instruments and apparatus, stood a large … [Read more...] about Prologue [Out of the Silence, by Erle Cox]
Out of the Silence [novel by Erle Cox]
[Editor: This book by Erle Cox (1873-1950) originally appeared in serial form in The Argus (Melbourne, Vic.) in 1919. It was first published in a book format in 1925; the 1947 edition, which appears here, included a Prologue. It was an very popular novel, and was published in … [Read more...] about Out of the Silence [novel by Erle Cox]
If You Were Me [poem by L. E. Homfray, 7 November 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 7 November 1925,.] If You Were Me If you were me, and I were you, How funny that would be; Because I should be very old, And you’d be only three! If I were you, … [Read more...] about If You Were Me [poem by L. E. Homfray, 7 November 1925]
Off to Manly [poem by L. E. Homfray, 25 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 25 October 1925.] Off to Manly To Manly beach I am going, With my little bucket and spade, If Tommy won’t walk any faster We’ll miss the boat I’m afraid, What have I got … [Read more...] about Off to Manly [poem by L. E. Homfray, 25 October 1925]
Fairy Games [poem by L. E. Homfray, 18 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 18 October 1925.] Fairy Games Last night, when I was fast asleep, A little fairy came And said to me, “Oh! come and play. This very lovely game.” She took me gently by … [Read more...] about Fairy Games [poem by L. E. Homfray, 18 October 1925]
Dollies’ Mending Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 11 October 1925.] Dollies’ Mending Day This is our dolly’s mending day. Oh, dear, what a terrible lot. I’ll run to mother’s basket to see If buttons and tape we’ve … [Read more...] about Dollies’ Mending Day [poem by L. E. Homfray, 11 October 1925]
What Can I Do? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 4 October 1925.] What Can I Do? Will somebody tell me what I can do? I’ve read all my story books through and through. I’m tired of toys, and I’m tired of play Oh, tell … [Read more...] about What Can I Do? [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
Jack and Jill [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 4 October 1925.] Jack and Jill. I’ll tell you a story of Jack and Jill, But not the ones that went up the hill. Jack was a puppy, with eyes so bright Jill was a pussycat … [Read more...] about Jack and Jill [poem by L. E. Homfray, 4 October 1925]
Five Little Pigs [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in the Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 20 September 1925.] Five Little Pigs This little pig to market was sent, And all his money foolishly spent. This is the one that never would roam, But always is happy … [Read more...] about Five Little Pigs [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
The Doll’s Hospital [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
[Editor: This poem for children, by L. E. Homfray, was published in Sunday Times (Sydney, NSW), 20 September 1925.] The Doll’s Hospital All the dollies are very sick, Please will you fetch the doctor quick. Then as I think they might get worse Just ring up for a Red … [Read more...] about The Doll’s Hospital [poem by L. E. Homfray, 20 September 1925]
Australia! My Own Dear Land [poem, 15 April 1925]
[Editor: A poem published in The Australian Worker (Sydney), 15 April 1925.] Australia! My Own Dear Land. Australia is my own dear land, The land where I was born, Where the kookaburra’s laughter Is heard at early dawn! Where wild flowers, all, the wattle bloom With … [Read more...] about Australia! My Own Dear Land [poem, 15 April 1925]
Skitlets [poem by “Kookaburra”, 24 December 1925]
[Editor: A poem by “Kookaburra”. Published in The Eltham and Whittlesea Shires Advertiser and Diamond Creek Valley Advocate, 24 December 1925.] Skitlets. The elections are over. Some language was plain; Like the barking of Rover ’Twas mostly in vain. Stan Bruce and … [Read more...] about Skitlets [poem by “Kookaburra”, 24 December 1925]
Vale, “Crosscut”! [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 25 January 1925]
[Editor: A poem by “Dryblower” Murphy about the poet Thomas Henry Wilson, known as “Crosscut”, who died on 10 January 1925. Published in The Sunday Times (Perth, WA), 25 January 1925.] Vale, “Crosscut”! Ceased is your singing, silent your song, Good-bye to your galloping … [Read more...] about Vale, “Crosscut”! [poem by “Dryblower” Murphy, 25 January 1925]
William Bland [The Illustrated Australian Encyclopaedia, 1925]
[Editor: This is an entry from The Illustrated Australian Encyclopaedia (1925).] Bland, WILLIAM (1789-1868), born in London on 5 November 1789 and educated at Merchant Taylors’ school (his name, however, does not appear in the school register), was trained for the medical … [Read more...] about William Bland [The Illustrated Australian Encyclopaedia, 1925]