Douglas Price – Tragic Modernist
Douglas Price was a popular but controversial Anglican priest early 20th century Brisbane. He became the spiritual leader of the “Modernist Society” but met a tragic early death.
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Self-guided Walking Tour
I’ve created a walking tour combining many of the topics of my blog posts plus a bit more. If you wish to find out more about some of these places and people, I’ve written about many of them in my blog. Use the search function to have a look. I’ve also included a list of … Continue reading Self-guided Walking Tour
Doctor A. Jefferis Turner – “Gentle Annie”
Doctor Jefferis Turner made great contributions to children’s health in Queensland. He was also an expert in moths.
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My interest in the history of the suburb where I’ve lived now for over 35 years has slowly increased over that time. In researching and writing the posts in this blog, I’ve progressively covered varying aspects of life over the 140 years of European occupation of the land and a little of the time before. … Continue reading Home
A Strawberry Afternoon Tea
In 1905, a wealthy young girl’s party in Highgate Hill is described, with an interesting present for the winner of a game.
