[Editor: This article, including a song, pertaining to the Boer War, was published in The South Australian Register (Adelaide, SA), 13 February 1900.] A verse for Australian soldiers. Mrs. C. M. Williams, of Hackney, has composed an additional verse to “The soldiers of … [Read more...] about A verse for Australian soldiers [13 February 1900]
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A polite policeman [9 March 1859]
[Editor: This article was published in The Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 9 March 1859.] A polite policeman. — The real or imaginary privileges and rights of that oft invisible body yclept the “Police,” — or rather, their own notion of their own importance, entertained by some of … [Read more...] about A polite policeman [9 March 1859]
Death of Mr. H. Frencham: A pioneer gold discoverer [6 July 1897]
[Editor: This obituary, regarding Henry Frencham, was published in The Bendigo Advertiser (Bendigo, Vic.), 6 July 1897.] Death of Mr. H. Frencham. A pioneer gold discoverer. On Saturday Mr. Henry Frencham, who claimed to have been the first gold discoverer in Bendigo, … [Read more...] about Death of Mr. H. Frencham: A pioneer gold discoverer [6 July 1897]
The discovery of the Bendigo goldfield [24 October 1890]
[Editor: This article, about the discovery of gold in Bendigo, was published in The Age (Melbourne, Vic.), 24 October 1890.] The discovery of the Bendigo goldfield. In the Victorian Legislative Assembly yesterday Mr. Bailes brought up the subjoined report of the select … [Read more...] about The discovery of the Bendigo goldfield [24 October 1890]
Australia [The Waterford News (Ireland), 26 February 1864]
[Editor: This section of articles, regarding the Australasian colonies, was published in The Waterford News (Waterford, Ireland), 26 February 1864.] Australia. MELBOURNE, DEC. 26. — GREAT GALE AND FLOOD. — The flood, which was expected in the United Kingdom on the 14th … [Read more...] about Australia [The Waterford News (Ireland), 26 February 1864]
[In the merry days of England] [re the Australian volunteer militia, 22 April 1862]
[Editor: This untitled article, regarding the Australian volunteer militia, was published in The Advertiser (Hobart Town, Tas.), 22 April 1862.] [In the merry days of England] In the merry days of England which a fast diminishing section amongst us are accustomed so … [Read more...] about [In the merry days of England] [re the Australian volunteer militia, 22 April 1862]
[Having observed that a meeting] [letter re reducing police pay and numbers, 22 April 1862]
[Editor: This untitled letter to a newspaper (from an ex-policeman), advocating a reduction of numbers, and of pay, for policemen in Tasmania, was published in The Advertiser (Hobart Town, Tas.), 22 April 1862.] [Having observed that a meeting] Mr. Editor, — Sir, — … [Read more...] about [Having observed that a meeting] [letter re reducing police pay and numbers, 22 April 1862]
Unveiling of the monument to Henry Kendall [27 November 1886]
[Editor: This article about the unveiling of a monument on the grave of Henry Kendall was published in The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (Sydney, NSW), 27 November 1886.] Unveiling of the monument to Henry Kendall. The ceremony of unveiling the monument … [Read more...] about Unveiling of the monument to Henry Kendall [27 November 1886]
A poet’s mother — Louisa Lawson [The Bulletin, 24 October 1896]
[Editor: This interview with Louisa Lawson (prefaced with some introductory remarks) was published in “The Red Page” section of The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 24 October 1896.] A poet’s mother — Louisa Lawson. [Many gifted men have had remarkable mothers, and Henry Lawson’s … [Read more...] about A poet’s mother — Louisa Lawson [The Bulletin, 24 October 1896]
An Editorial: St. Valentines Day [13 February 1937]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Australian Women’s Weekly (Sydney, NSW), 13 February 1937.] An Editorial February 13, 1937. St. Valentines Day Sunday of this week will be Saint Valentine’s Day — a day associated since time … [Read more...] about An Editorial: St. Valentines Day [13 February 1937]
Her valentine [by F.F.B., 10 February 1915]
[Editor: This article, by F.F.B., regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW), 10 February 1915.] Her valentine. (By F.F.B.) No longer on St. Valentine’s Day do maiden hearts flutter violently at each visit of the postman, and if, on … [Read more...] about Her valentine [by F.F.B., 10 February 1915]
St. Valentine’s Day [15 February 1900]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Evening Journal (Adelaide, SA), 15 February 1900.] St. Valentine’s Day. Wednesday was St. Valentine’s Day, but perhaps few people knew it outside of those who are diligent students of their calendars. … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day [15 February 1900]
Valentine Day: Vanishing Valentines [10 February 1897]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Shoalhaven Telegraph (Nowra, NSW), 10 February 1897.] Valentine Day. Vanishing Valentines. Saturday next, February 14th, will be St. Valentine’s Day. In Nowra, in Australia in fact, the custom of … [Read more...] about Valentine Day: Vanishing Valentines [10 February 1897]
Vanished St. Valentine [22 February 1902]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in the Newcastle Morning Herald and Miners’ Advocate (Newcastle, NSW), 22 February 1902.] Vanished St. Valentine. An attempt was made this year by one or two of our fancy shops to resuscitate St. Valentine’s … [Read more...] about Vanished St. Valentine [22 February 1902]
St. Valentine’s Day [16 February 1880]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Ballarat Star (Ballarat, Vic.), 16 February 1880.] St. Valentine’s Day. On last Saturday about 7000 valentines passed through the Ballarat post-office. We should recommend persons desirous to ascertain … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day [16 February 1880]
St. Valentine’s Day: No valentine trade: Valentine chit chat [14 February 1894]
[Editor: This article, regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in The Herald (Melbourne, Vic.), 14 February 1894.] St. Valentine’s Day. No valentine trade. Valentine chit chat. By Rita. St. Valentine’ Day is so far forgotten nowadays that a leading bookseller … [Read more...] about St. Valentine’s Day: No valentine trade: Valentine chit chat [14 February 1894]
Valentine’s day [21 February 1896]
[Editor: This article (including a poem), regarding Valentine’s Day, was published in the Morwell Advertiser (Morwell, Vic.), 21 February 1896.] Valentine’s day. The old institution of St. Valentine’s day has, like various other imported traditions, fallen out of favor. … [Read more...] about Valentine’s day [21 February 1896]
[The new stamps] [re the new Tasmanian postage stamps, 2 January 1900]
[Editor: This untitled news item, regarding the new Tasmanian postage stamps, was published in The Daily Telegraph (Launceston, Tas.), 2 January 1900.] [The new stamps] The new stamps are being very severely criticised. Some people object to them on account of their size, … [Read more...] about [The new stamps] [re the new Tasmanian postage stamps, 2 January 1900]
The Naval Contingent: With the Australians in China [17 October 1900]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Australian military expedition to China (1900-1901), was published in The Sydney Morning Herald (Sydney, NSW), 17 October 1900.] The Naval Contingent. With the Australians in China. Ordered to Taku. To Garrison the North-West … [Read more...] about The Naval Contingent: With the Australians in China [17 October 1900]
Australia Day [26 January 1953]
[Editor: This article, about Australia Day, was published in The Armidale Express (Armidale, NSW), 26 January 1953.] Australia Day In the calendar of time, the span of 165 years is of almost minute duration. Yet, since Captain Arthur Phillip landed on Sydney Cove … [Read more...] about Australia Day [26 January 1953]
Australia Day [24 January 1953]
[Editor: This article, about Australia Day, was published in The Irwin Index and Victoria District Gazette (Mingenew, WA), 24 January 1953.] Australia Day From the viewpoint of national sentiment, few days in the calendar have a greater call on our attention than … [Read more...] about Australia Day [24 January 1953]
Australia Day [29 January 1951]
[Editor: This article, about Australia Day, was published in The Warwick Daily News (Warwick, Qld.), 29 January 1951.] Australia Day The anniversary of the foundation of Australia, which is commemorated to-day, occurs at a most critical period in the long pageant of our … [Read more...] about Australia Day [29 January 1951]
Australia Day [28 January 1950]
[Editor: This article, about Australia Day, was published in The Irwin Index and Victoria District Gazette (Mingenew, WA), 28 January 1950.] Australia Day One hundred and sixty-two years ago last Thursday a British naval captain unostentatiously unfurled the Union Jack at … [Read more...] about Australia Day [28 January 1950]
Danger-signals from Australia [2 January 1942]
[Editor: This article, written in response to John Curtin’s article “The task ahead” (27 December 1941), was published in The Spectator (London, England), 2 January 1942 (during the Second World War, 1939-1945).] Danger-signals from Australia It would be a grave mistake … [Read more...] about Danger-signals from Australia [2 January 1942]
Concerning a stamp [17 July 1913]
[Editor: This article, regarding the Kangaroo and Map stamps, was published in the “Plain English” section in The Bulletin (Sydney, NSW), 17 July 1913.] Concerning a stamp. The proposal of Postmaster-General Agar Wynne to put the Post Office under the control of … [Read more...] about Concerning a stamp [17 July 1913]