Bolte the political force who reshaped Victoria
A critical study of Bolte a long serving Victoria premier whose rise from Ballarat Grammar to state power defined by cautious leadership and strategic retirements. The biography by Peter Lace y notes his unrivaled hold on Victorian politics through gerrymanders and party discipline, while acknowledging flaws and the shifting electoral landscape ending with his 1971 exit.
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Victoria
Heraeas
Albert Dunsten
Wiottray
Pwinging
Pet Blavey
Sian
Hex Menon
Kent
Robert Menges
Bayne
Sean
Siale
Holic
Hampden
Labor
Auytealian
Vic Wrian
Ballarat Grammar
Blaze
Holle
Iite
Cevie Slankman
Inia Subyuasion
Ligutenania
Mary
Altos
Anite
Nike
Snp
Wyeth
Wish Lovians
Env
Anil Fis
Austin Cfuppes
Roninie Gardens
Little
Desert
Angereyutander Suich
Bolte
Ryan
DLP
Flinders Street
Tait
Ryansles
Age
Tanner
Xommon
Tom Phay
Fant
South Australia
Monty Bolte
McMahon Ministry
Fin
Recognition of Australites in Aboriginal Rock Lore
The article discusses Aboriginal use of Australites, known as emu eyes, as treasured minerals in ceremonies and decoration. It notes beliefs that these glassy fragments dazzled emus, their origin linked to a great comet, and contrasts Indigenous restraint with European greed in later mineral prospecting. It also reviews the book Popular Prospecting by Rochester, praising its blend of geology, history, and mining practice.
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Io Oliver
Sashahia
Kas Ander
Australia
Rochester
Attiides
Hell
Australy
George Gipps
Nature
Pineal Toys
Genius Without Flesh Dam Deniety Polemics and Praise
A fragmented 19th century style critique profiles Henry Deniety, praising public lectures and career while noting erratic temper and political overreach. The author reviews Deniety’s philosophy, oratory, and influence, contrasting idolization with perceived vanity and polemical excess. The piece laments shrine-like adulation, then questions lasting value and moral stance of his public life.
Review of The Arbitration System in Australia
A critical overview of a layman’s account of arbitration in Australia, tracing the system’s evolution from traditional arbitration to Federal arbitration. The reviewer notes the author’s industrial journalism stance and legal influences, highlighting shifting societal values and legislative amendments up to 1972. The critique questions clarity and framing while acknowledging the book’s useful historical insights.
Divorce Advice and Books in 1960s Britain
A summary of divorce guidance noting that The New Divorce Kit and a Book War Penguin selection address legal and financial issues but not social or psychological ones. It cites Gerald Sanctue aly and Constence White Read 181.20 and mentions advice on relationships, children, sex, and practical aims. Betty Friedan's The Feminine Mystique is highlighted as a pivotal feminist work exploring the modern American woman's role.
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Avorce
Penguin
Gerald
England
Betty Friedan
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Jucarnida Press
Rohan Rivetd
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Higabeilis -Copangnion
Sell
Cain
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Whallie
Paris
Nhl
Karl Tukwa
Wilernatini
James Glenman
Mabie Peierls
Yas
Sd Ming
weuTyerne Pelt
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Gavin
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Ali
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le Hole Mann
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Ana
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Ihroy
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BRE Symphons
Coreet Garden
Wren
Lily
Tess
Acho
TTS
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Iits
Amt
David Jones
Vertu
Rocheester
Reed
AN Mail
Henry Deniety
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Lt AL Uilerles
Bec Vine
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Snl Heart Netun
Geonse Sand
prosEuropean
Matthew Arnie
Taleania
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Pune
Denney
Usb
Jeulehey Yyere
Mr Pearl
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Patrioney Kenerois
Maui Foelanchulia
Pearl
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Dennehy
Pen Bieysine Cimmer
Fe Wi
Iit Winderstandong
Willy
Hear
Philisopheid
Bern
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A. Manning
World Abork
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Focial Yaaa
Rede Hedley
Thenicht
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ACTU
Furi
Anellen
Héulev
Lynch
Durafu
Cairness
Wheatley
Linde Lee
Nwa
Canberra City
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