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Armistice Day [poem by Ethel Martyr, 9 November 1935]

11 November 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem, by Grace Ethel Martyr (1888-1934), about Armistice Day (later known as Remembrance Day), was published in The Australasian (Melbourne, Vic.), 9 November 1935.] Armistice Day By Ethel Martyr From far away the dying drone of drums In fading faint … [Read more...] about Armistice Day [poem by Ethel Martyr, 9 November 1935]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: 500x500, Armistice Day, Grace Ethel Martyr (1888-1934) (author), poem, Remembrance Day, Remembrance Day poetry, SourceTrove, year1935

Slangwidge! [poem by “Stretcher Bearer”, 1935]

25 September 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem, by “Stretcher Bearer”, was published in The Western Mail (Perth, WA), 10 January 1935. The poem is apparently about some Australian soldiers on convalescent leave in England during the First World War (1914-1918).] Slangwidge! Convalescent but flighty … [Read more...] about Slangwidge! [poem by “Stretcher Bearer”, 1935]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: 500x500, poem, SourceTrove, war poetry and military poetry, word slangwidge, year1935

The Dog on the Tucker Box [“Bill the Bullocky” poem, 16 May 1935]

14 July 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This item is an extract from the “Out among the People” section, published in The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA), 16 May 1935. It features a poem, “Bill the Bullocky”, which mentions the dog on the tucker box (of Gundagai fame).] The Dog on the Tucker Box Mr. Frank … [Read more...] about The Dog on the Tucker Box [“Bill the Bullocky” poem, 16 May 1935]

Filed Under: articles Tagged With: 500x500, Gundagai (NSW), poem, SourceTrove, The Dog on the Tucker Box (Gundagai), year1935

Out among the People [column extracts, 16 May 1935]

14 July 2022 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: These items are extracts from the “Out among the People” section, published in The Advertiser (Adelaide, SA), 16 May 1935.] Out among the People By Vox The death in England of Mr. Arthur Lungley at the age of 88 reminded Mr. Albert Cope to tell me yesterday … [Read more...] about Out among the People [column extracts, 16 May 1935]

Filed Under: articles Tagged With: 500x500, cricket (sport), extracts, reminiscences, SourceTrove, year1935

Memories & Musings [by “M” (P. I. O’Leary), 13 June 1935]

5 June 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: The “Memories & Musings” column, written by “M” (P. I. O’Leary), published in The Advocate (Melbourne, Vic.), 13 June 1935. Included are some comments on Henry Lawson and Mrs. Aeneas Gunn.] Memories & Musings Tasmania’s acting premier. Mr. E. Dwyer Gray, acting … [Read more...] about Memories & Musings [by “M” (P. I. O’Leary), 13 June 1935]

Filed Under: articles Tagged With: @ graphic replacement, Henry Lawson (1867-1922) (subject), Jeannie Gunn (1870-1961) (subject), Mrs. Aeneas Gunn (1870-1961) (subject), Patrick Ignatius O'Leary (1888-1944) (author), SourceTrove, year1935

Delightful sonnets [book review, 16 March 1935]

15 May 2021 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This review of Love Redeemed (by William Baylebridge) is from the “Leaves from latest books” column, published in The Mail (Adelaide, SA), 16 March 1935.] Delightful sonnets So well were William Baylebridge’s sonnets received when published in 1919 that he has … [Read more...] about Delightful sonnets [book review, 16 March 1935]

Filed Under: articles Tagged With: book review, SourceTrove, William Baylebridge (1883-1942) (subject), year1935

Dusk [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] Dusk Now is the healing, quiet hour that fills This gay, green world with peace and grateful rest. Where lately over opalescent hills The blood of slain Day reddened all the west, Now … [Read more...] about Dusk [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The quiet hour [story by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This story by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The quiet hour I have found in this Australian scene, of mountain and forest, of shaded creek and fern-filled gully, of cultivated gardens bordered by the virgin bush, much quiet peace and … [Read more...] about The quiet hour [story by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), short story, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

Promise of Spring [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] Promise of Spring Spring surely must be near. High overhead The kind blue heavens bend to timbers tall; And here, this morning, is the picture spread That I have learned to love the best of … [Read more...] about Promise of Spring [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Magpie [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Magpie “CalLOG’alloo-ay!” On a windy day. Perched on a tree-top high I pour my notes from a valiant throat; For cock o’ the walk am I! Defiant, loud, superbly proud, My song soars to … [Read more...] about The Magpie [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Pink-breasted Robin [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Pink-breasted Robin A fairy out of fairyland, I flit On visits rare Into your garden and your heart, to sit And charm you there. Tiny and trusting for one winter day; And then … [Read more...] about The Pink-breasted Robin [poem by C. J. Dennis]

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The Yellow Robin [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Yellow Robin I’m the friendliest of them all, When winter comes; Daily at your door I call Begging crumbs. Clinging sideways to a stake, Eloquent appeal I make. “Spare a scrap for … [Read more...] about The Yellow Robin [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Crow (Australian Raven) [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Crow (Australian Raven) A low-living fellow, I haven’t a friend; My heart, like my habit, is black; My nature is “yellow”; my greed has no end, And every virtue I lack. The aerial … [Read more...] about The Crow (Australian Raven) [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Bronzewing Pigeon [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Bronzewing Pigeon They say I am a shy, wild thing, That seeks the wild bush glade, Quick to be gone on whirring wing, Where strangers should invade; But well I know what all birds know … [Read more...] about The Bronzewing Pigeon [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Satin Bower Bird [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · 2 Comments

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Satin Bower Bird Spare a bloom of blue, lady, To adorn a bower. A violet will do, lady — Any azure flower. Since we hold a dance to-day, We would make our ball-room gay, Where the … [Read more...] about The Satin Bower Bird [poem by C. J. Dennis]

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The Black Cockatoo [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Black Cockatoo In laboured flight above the gums, Calling its harsh, discordant cry, Our dark, funereal cortège comes To rest a while in tree tops high; Then, flashing many a sable … [Read more...] about The Black Cockatoo [poem by C. J. Dennis]

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The Currawong [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Currawong I am the cunning one. My shrewd white eye, Peeping from out some hidden harbour green, Watches your household. Patiently I spy Until I learn by heart its whole … [Read more...] about The Currawong [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Blue Wren [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Blue Wren When the Mighty Craftsman drew Summer sky and summer sea — Tints ethereally blue — Here and there a small drop flew From His brush, and fell on me. Once a sober bird of … [Read more...] about The Blue Wren [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The besting of Bombastes [story by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This story by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The besting of Bombastes On the day that he brought himself first (and very confidently) under our notice we named him “Bombastes Furioso,” without hesitation, for it seemed to us that no … [Read more...] about The besting of Bombastes [story by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), short story, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Tree [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Tree I planted here, to-day, a strong young tree. Rich soil it has, and sun, and space to grow; And who, I wonder, in the years to be Will seek its boughs’ soft shade; for well I … [Read more...] about The Tree [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

Birdland on the dole [story by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This story by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] Birdland on the dole The weather-wise up here in the mountain country amongst the big gums are talking of records. Even the oldest inhabitant admits that “he has never seen the likes … [Read more...] about Birdland on the dole [story by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: short stories and anecdotes Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), short story, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

Winter [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] Winter Now golden days of autumn are no more. Down on the forest ruthless Winter frees — First with far rumblings, waxing to a roar — His shouting winds that riot thro’ the trees, Raging … [Read more...] about Winter [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Wonga Pigeon [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Wonga Pigeon Men knew and loved my calling in old days — Days ere a bitter wisdom taught me fear. Trusting and unafraid, I went my ways By many a crude hut of the pioneer; Calling by … [Read more...] about The Wonga Pigeon [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Yellow-tailed Thornbill [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Yellow-tailed Thornbill I’m a fussy little fellow In my kilt of glowing yellow; As about the garden ways I bow and bend, Many a melody I bring to you In the soft, gay songs I sing to … [Read more...] about The Yellow-tailed Thornbill [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

The Indian Myna [poem by C. J. Dennis]

15 January 2017 · Leave a Comment

[Editor: This poem by C. J. Dennis was published in The Singing Garden (1935).] The Indian Myna Gimme the town an’ its clamour an’ clutter; I ain’t very fond of the bush; For my cobbers are coves of the gardens and gutter — A tough metropolitan push. I ain’t never too … [Read more...] about The Indian Myna [poem by C. J. Dennis]

Filed Under: poetry Tagged With: C. J. Dennis (1876-1938) (author), poem, SourceIACLibrary, The Singing Garden (C. J. Dennis 1935), year1935

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