These wonderful photos have just been sent in by Mary Forward. Her Grandmother's sister Emily Mann (seen on right) was the Matron at the Lawlers Hospital from 1898 to 1899. In her off duty time. … [Continue reading]
Reminiscences of Kathleen Mary Byrth
24/05/2017 By 4 Comments
The following story is with the kind permission of Kathleen's family, in particular thanks Kevin Imms (Kathleen's Grandson) and the late Robyn McLean. THE SMITH/DUDLEY FAMILY AT BARDOC, W.A. Reminiscences of Kathleen Mary Byrth (nee Smith) On … [Continue reading]
Two Lonely Graves – grave tales
18/05/2017 By 4 Comments
CALDER William Leslie:- died 12.10.1896 aged 3 yrs 3 mths at Speakman Find (now Callion Mine) in the Menzies district. Buried at Speakman Find. He died from convilsions. Born: Dunnolly, VIC. He was the child of Alexander and Annie (nee Speakman) … [Continue reading]
He Had So Much Work To Do – a verse by Henry Lawson
16/05/2017 By 1 Comment
Another favourite verse from the pen of Henry Lawson Tell a simple little story of a settler in the West, Where the soldier birds and farmers, and selectors never rest While the sun shines—and they often work in rainy weather, too: But it’s all … [Continue reading]
Agents of Empire – book review
15/05/2017 By Leave a Comment
How E.L. Mitchell’s photographs shaped Australia By Joanna Sassoon For nearly 100 years, E.L. Mitchell’s emblematic photographs have shaped ideas about Australia. But who was Mitchell and why did he succeed above his competitors? With … [Continue reading]
