A Sobraon Boy
George Joseph Chandler (1886-1953)
© Ian Jenkins
Searching for George Chandler on Ancestry I came across a conviction for delinquent behaviour in 1900 when he was 13 years old. The warrant states, “He is habitually wandering about the streets in no ostensible lawful occupation”. Continue reading “A Sobraon Boy”
The Icecream Kid
If you have been around the showground, In the days now gone and went, I am sure your memory will recall, The old time Boxing, Tent. They turned up at your local show, Featured boxers from the past, And starry eyed young Koori kids, For whom the die has been cast.Continue reading “The Icecream Kid”
The Addled Adder
I could barely ride a horse, And that became the source, Of the terrifying course the day would take, The boss said to ride around a bit, Showed me how to mount and sit, But, he told me bugger all about the snake.Continue reading “The Addled Adder”