[Editor: This postcard (unused) incorporates a photograph of the Federal Government House in Melbourne (Victoria). The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1908.] [Front of postcard] Federal Government House, … [Read more...] about Federal Government House, Melbourne [postcard, circa 1908]
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Grand Hotel, Huonville, Tas. [postcard, circa 1945]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photograph of the Grand Hotel in Huonville (Tasmania), is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa 1945.] [Front of postcard] Grand Hotel. Huonville. Tas. A. B. Series. No. … [Read more...] about Grand Hotel, Huonville, Tas. [postcard, circa 1945]
On the Wallaby [postcard, circa 1905-1907]
[Editor: This postcard, which incorporates a painting of two swagmen, was made circa 1906-1907. The postcard is undated.] [Front of postcard] J. Hutchings Australian Series On the Wallaby. [Description: A painting of two swagmen beside … [Read more...] about On the Wallaby [postcard, circa 1905-1907]
Snow scene, Last Chance, Gold Mine, Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
[Editor: This postcard (unused), which incorporates a photo of a group of men gathered in front of a gold mine (with the area covered in snow) was published by W. T. Pater and Company. The postcard is undated; however, it is believed to have been published circa … [Read more...] about Snow scene, Last Chance, Gold Mine, Ballarat [postcard, circa 1908]
Lead On [patriotic marching song, by C. E. Easton, circa 1916]
[Editor: This patriotic song was published circa 1916, during the First World War (1914-1918).] Collin’s popular sixpenny edition Lead On Patriotic Marching Song written and composed by C. E. Easton L.F. Collin Pty. Ltd., 187 & 189 Swanston … [Read more...] about Lead On [patriotic marching song, by C. E. Easton, circa 1916]
Australia’s song: Keep Australia White! [song by P. F. Collins, circa 1910]
[Editor: A song by Patrick Francis Collins. Published as a single-sided song sheet, circa 1910.] Australia’s song Keep Australia White! You sons of young Australia, Come listen to my song, I’ll tell you a little story That won’t detain you long: We’ve had good … [Read more...] about Australia’s song: Keep Australia White! [song by P. F. Collins, circa 1910]
This Bit of the World Belongs to Us [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, circa 1909]
[Editor: A song by “Dryblower” Murphy about the visit of the American fleet to Australia in 1908. Written for the pantomime “Jack & Jill” (1908), this version was based upon his song “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” (1908). From the sheet music published circa … [Read more...] about This Bit of the World Belongs to Us [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, circa 1909]
“We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, (written 1908) published circa 1924]
[Editor: A song by “Dryblower” Murphy about the visit of the American fleet to Australia in 1908. From the sheet music published circa 1924.] “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” Written and Composed by “Dryblower” Murphy. Ship O’ war from Yankee land, anchor’d in the … [Read more...] about “We’ve Got a Big Brother in America” [song by “Dryblower” Murphy, (written 1908) published circa 1924]
Australia, or Heart to Heart and Hand to Hand [song, 1890s]
[Editor: A patriotic song, written by the Rev. Thomas Hilhouse Taylor (1861-1925). Words taken from the sheet music (published circa 1890-1899). The chorus was later incorporated into the Australian cricket team’s victory song, “Under the Southern Cross I Stand”.] Sung with … [Read more...] about Australia, or Heart to Heart and Hand to Hand [song, 1890s]
Click Go the Shears [folk music, lyrics; traditional Australian song, 1890s]
[Editor: “Click Go the Shears” is one of the most famous and iconic folk songs of Australia. With its Australian theme and wide popularity, it has become part of Australia’s folk music tradition. Click here to see some videos of this song being played. As is common with folk … [Read more...] about Click Go the Shears [folk music, lyrics; traditional Australian song, 1890s]