Climate and Settlement – Moreton Bay and More

DIRECTIONS FOR RESTORING THE APPARENTLY DEAD.

In the course of researching coup de soleil, or sunstroke, in early Queensland, I came across this article in the Maryborough Chronicle. Not only does it have the most wonderful title, it gives a picture of first aid used in the 19th century. A good deal of what Dr Silvester directed is still part ofContinue reading “DIRECTIONS FOR RESTORING THE APPARENTLY DEAD.”

Hot Enough For You?

english settlers go out in the midday sun “Hot enough for you?” It’s one phrase guaranteed to further raise the temperature of anyone who ventures outdoors in Queensland between November and March. The temptation is to inform the questioner of your unvarnished opinion of their mental state, IQ, standard of personal hygiene, and the questionableContinue reading “Hot Enough For You?”