Ned
Kelly
From: Rick [ricksultana@live.com.au]
26 Dec 07
i have 1 ned kelly wanted poster printed on rice papper dated 1879 and am after
a price! Well, I wouldn't retire to the beach
just yet...
The Last Outlaw
From: Trevor Cheeseman
[iceman@dragnet.com.au] 23 Dec 07
Gday Brad This has most likely been done over many
times since the release of 'The
Last Outlaw,' but I have only recently picked up
a copy and watched it. I was twelve the last time that
I saw it (when screened on television). Ian Jones truly
did a remarkable job in capturing Ned's sense of 'presence'.
Or should this be credited to John Jarrat? Ian certainly
deserves credit for his effort in keeping the story
accurate. It was even better than I remembered. If
they modernised the sound track that mini-series could
be reshown on prime time, introducing a whole new generation
to the legend of Ned Kelly and the masterful work of
Ian Jones
Steve Hart alias Billy Meade
alias Fred Layton alias Fred Flintstone alias...
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
20 Dec 07
Hi Brad, I couldn't help but notice
we have another contender for the name of poor old
Steve. This crap must have Steve rolling in his grave
and shouting; "where the bloody hell were you
buggers when I needed you at Glenrowan?" They
just keep on coming, don't they? This time it's a
bloke by the name of Billy Meade from good ol' Murgon,
just up past Kingaroy, the peanut capital of Queensland.
Why on earth Steve Hart would want to go to Murgon
is beyond me. He would have been better off staying
in the Glenrowan Inn. It seems strange to me that
all of this mythological excrement always comes from
the same source; BLOODY COUNCILORS! Our good friend
Mr. Tully from Ipswich has a Dan Kelly who went by
the name of James Ryan. This bloke has got to be
Dan. When interviewed by the Truth newspaper in Brisbane
in 1933, he told them that his sister Grace was a
waif dropped on their doorstep. Good onya Dan. He
also went on to tell them he spoke to Ned Kelly after
he escaped. That deserves another good onya Dan.
And of course with only about a thousand pair of
eyes all focused on the inn at the time, he toddles
off and lays in a washout near the inn. What happened
to the bloody cellar? Oh Sorry, that was another
Dan Kelly.
I just can't keep track of the buggers. He also saw
Ned jump out of the inn's window when it was ablaze.That
deserves yet another good onya Dan. Now if that's not
enough for you, there was another Dan Kelly up in Queensland
by the name of Jack Day. There was also another Steve
Hart by the name of Fred Layton living up in Queensland.
This must be the real Steve, because everyone who's
anyone has signed a statutory declaration to that effect.
All of this information was in a book written by Donald
Hambleton Johnson, but in the acknowledgements he thanks,
I quote; lastly and most importantly, our old friends
of long ago, Dan Kelly and Steve Hart of "GLENROWAN
unquote." We know that Steve and Dan weren't born
in Glenrowan, so what did he mean? Maybe Steve Hart
wasn't really Steve Hart at all, and was using that
name as an alias to make people believe he was Steve
Hart. Maybe Paul O'Keefe isn't who he says he is and
is really Paul Layton nee Meade on his great great
grandmother's side who was also not who she claimed
to be. The existence of these so called Steve Harts
and Dan Kellys is only fueled by people who have a
need to draw attention to themselves or to sell a book
or town. The whole bloody idea of all these claims
is ridiculous.Accept the fact; Steve and Dan died in
that fire at Glenrowan, just ask their families. Forget
the probes and all that D.N.A bullshit, and let them
rest in peace.
The Kelly Gang
From: Ryan Shoesmith [ryan_shoey@hotmail.com]
22 Dec 07
Hi Brad,i have a copy of The
Kelly Gang by Charles White there is a picture
of it at the top of the page first from the right in
your non-fiction books section how much do you think
this would be worth? I'll
give you $5.00 cash! Otherwise you could sell it on
eBay for at least $200.00 if you find a keen buyer
Merry Christmas from the Sunshine
State
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
17 Dec 07
Hi Brad, just thought I'd take this opportunity to
wish you and your family, and all of the Ironoutlaw
readers a very Merry Christmas and a safe and most
prosperous New Year. I've already battened down the
hatches and secured all breakables in readiness for
the onslaught of Grandchildren that will be arriving
in their multitudes on Christmas Day. The endless strands
of Christmas lights have been hung throughout the house
and yard, might I say at great peril to my own life,
and all Christmas offerings have been lovingly wrapped
and placed under the tree, awaiting those tiny but
aggressive hands to tear the wrapping to pieces and
scatter it across the floor. I'll try to maintain some
sort of order throughout Christmas Day, and even threaten
to give their presents back to Santa if they misbehave,
but I know my threats will once again fall upon deaf
ears. The spa has been cleaned and the water perfectly
balanced, waiting to receive the many grubby little
bodies that will be eager to cram into it; screaming
at the top of their lungs with excitement as the skimmer
box gradually fills up with grass, soft drink cans,
assorted lollies, and what ever else they can conceal
from me. After I've changed my wet clothes once again,
I'll call upon their parents to take charge and prepare
them for Christmas lunch. Like their children, my pleas
will again fall on deaf ears.
At one o'clock, after I've dried and cleaned the polished
floors, I'll seek out the medicine cabinet for my rightful
share of the headache tablets before lunch. The once
lovingly prepared table setting will soon look like
a Myer five minute clearance bin. I'll look on with
my mouth open in disbelief, wearing that bloody ridiculous
crepe paper hat that you find in those Christmas crackers.
When lunch is finally finished, it starts all over
again. As the games co-ordinator, as my wife would
call it, my job is to keep the children amused in the
garden. The games however, soon end up turning into
malicious damage; not just on property but on my person.
The so called safe toys they had received from Santa
will be used as weapons of mass destruction. I will
be struck by balls of all shapes and sizes, helicopter
blades, rubber tipped projectiles and anything else
that has been marked;SAFE FOR CHILDREN. As a last resort
to regain order, I'll threaten to sit them all down
and tell them the story of Ned Kelly. 'Not again pop!'
they'll all shout, and quickly retreat screaming to
the safety of their parents arms. The afternoon and
early evening will be filled with laughter,crying,
and intermittent screaming until all is quiet and Christmas
Day has finally taken its toll. After walking the last
of my family to their car, I'll wave goodbye and retreat
to the peace and quiet of my home. The aftermath of
the Christmas Day fallout will still be quite evident,but
I will remain strong. I know tomorrow is Boxing Day,
and the joy of Christmas will return once more to be
upon me. So again, to all a Merry Christmas, and to
all; GOOD LUCK!!
The Look
From: Paula [looney-princess@hotmail.com]
29 Nov 07
What did Edward (Ned) Kelly, actually look like? I'll
give you a hint, he wore a beard (and his image is
all over this site)
Song Lyrics
From: Kevin Burrett [keburrett@tadaust.org.au]
28 Nov 07
Friends, when I was a boy (1950s), my father had a
78 rpm recording of Smilin Billy Blinkhorn singing
a song called Poor
Ned Kelly. Some of the lyrics I remember but
wonder if anyone has them all? Thanks.
re. Remember The Republic?
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
25 Nov 07
Brad! Brad! Brad! What part of, “Personally,
I am all for a Republic….”, don’t
you understand. I’d hate to see your response
had I said I was a Monarchist. I think you should reread
Keneally’s piece and also make yourself familiar
with the Australian Republican Movement who have put
forward 6 models to choose from, as they believe it
should be up to the people to choose which model. This
approach sounds good, but will never win with the way
the Aussie public is very conservative at referendums.
Make it clearer and with as little changes to our current
system and it hopefully will get through. As for those
two grumpy old men, Frazer and Whitlam, ex Prime Ministers
should be seen and not heard, they both made that quite
clear during the election campaign. And as for their
proposal, a TV commercial saying we should vote for
a president and that ‘it was time’ for
a Republic, is not what I would refer to as a “proposal”.
Your response to what I wrote shows a clear lack of
interpretation and tendency of misrepresentation. Then
again, as I’m sure you will tell me, this is
your website and you can chuck a hissy-fit, if and
when you want to. As
the great Paul Keating once famously said you're "all
tip and no ice berg"...
Remember The Republic?
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
22 Nov 07
Brad, it is sad to see you turning this website into
a political soapbox. You cannot compare the politics
of yesteryear with those of today. As for a Republic,
you may recall it was soundly defeated in a referendum.
That defeat was not John Howard’s doing and was
not because people didn’t want a Republic. The
Republican movement shot it’s self in the foot,
with all the confusing and some frightening models
they put forward, which are currently used throughout
the world. Should we have a President? Who should be
Head of State, the country’s leader or a nondescript
figurehead? The population was too confused as to what
they were voting for, so voted conservatively. Personally,
I am all for a Republic and as our present system has
served us well; why not base a Republic on our present
system, with a few word changes, e.g. President for
Prime Minister. You could retain the Governor General
in a similar capacity. Our whole system could be streamlined
and cleaned up and job done. What about the flag? I
feel there is only one flag, the one used during the
Eureka uprising. The Eureka flag and how it came to
be, epitomizes everything about this great country
of ours. Take it back from radical unions and let them
and all Australians march under it as our national
symbol of unity, not defiance and disharmony. A daunting
prospect facing us at the moment is one unforeseen
by our forefathers, who set up our current system.
That is, the whole country could be dominated by one
political party, whereby being able to make changes
to our constitution that all requires all states to
agree on. Yes we want a Republic, but not Banana Republic. Ironic,
seems you've just used this site as a political soapbox
(and you don't even own it!). As for the republic debate,
Howard hobbled the last referendum by adding the confusing
preamble and encouraging a multitude of factions. The
Whitlam/Fraser proposal was a sound one. Your talk
of a Governor General is all well and good but last
I checked the average punter has NEVER been consulted.
If you're still confused about the reasoning behind
the Republic after reading Keneally's piece you can
read my view of the
monarchy. It may
help clear up why I'm keen to see the Windsors leave
our shores for good. As for the Soapbox I've
had one of them for over 6 years...
Thank you Mr. Jones!
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
12 Nov 07
Well my wife has returned from her business trip and
the American Au Pair girl (nickname Bubbles) has quickly
returned home. I was wondering if there are any readers
out there who are having any trouble with their spouses
regarding the amount of time they spend on the Ned
Kelly story? My wife seems to think I do. She's told
me that she would prefer to go driving on the weekends
rather than sitting at home while I read Kelly books
and scan the sites. With this in mind, I purchased
for her a brand new ride on mower, (might I add at
great expense) to replace the old push mower she normally
uses. The surprise did not go over as well as I might
have expected, even with the added expense of a grass
catcher to avoid the raking she has to do. I have taken
her on holidays twice a year for the last four years
to Victoria, to visit all the Kelly locations and events,
but she tells me it's still not enough. Could any of
the readers tell me what I'm doing wrong? I blame Ian
Jones for my domestic predicament and would appreciate
any feedback.
Book release cancelled
From: Kelvyn Gill [gill26p@tpg.com.au]
08 Nov 07
Well at the last minute the launch of Edward
Kelly The Times of his Life 1820-1893 has been
cancelled. My publisher has advised me that he is no
longer able to proceed with the release of the book.
But all is not lost as arrangements are now being put
in place for another independent publisher to proceed
with the book's release. Of course I cannot tell you
when this might be as it is too early yet to be able
to finalise arrangements. Yes, the book is printed,
copyright is of course with me. To all who have pre-ordered
the book I can't yet tell you if the new publisher
will honour the offer of free postage etc but of course
once all is sorted out I will let you know. So, sorry,
its disappointing but I'm sure in due course the book
will reach the bookshelves. Thanks for waiting. Déjà vu...
Thanks
From: Lauren Aldred [aldred1@optusnet.com.au]
06 Nov 07
SO SO SSSSSO MUCH info that it has helped on me on
my school work HEAPS HEAPS.
Besieged doco
From: Paul O'Keefe [paul@kellygangeducational.com]
05 Nov 07
Hi Brad, Must add the two cents worth in about the Besieged Doco
and the really bodgy looking beard used by the unfortunate
fellow playing Ned. I found it quite funny actually,
it looks like it should of been used as Merkin as apposed
to a Beard. On the subject of accent, and what I have
been told from relatives who remembers Jim Kelly and
other Kelly Gang Sympathisers is they NEVER had broad
Irish accents as what is claimed by the recent films,
doco's and all the so called "experts". What
people have to remeber is most of these people were
Australian born not born in Ireland! Yes they did have
certain Irish brogue prounounciations eg. rounding
of certain words, which would off rubbed off from other
and older relative/family members, but they had an
old world AUSSIE accent, not dissimilar to those old
newsreels we see from time to time. I get sick to death
of Ned and the Gang being portrayed as sounding like
a bunch of leprechauns. Guinness
anyone?
Re: I'm a blood relative
From: Ellen Hollow [hollow@alphalink.com.au]
05 Nov 07
Dear Suzanne, You are possibly descended from a Catherine
Kelly but not the daughter of John Kelly and Ellen
Quinn as there are no persons with the name Jamieson
on the line of Kate Kelly. Refer to the
family tree on this site.
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
05 Nov 07
Brad, the Besieged screening
I mentioned was it's world premier and you got to ask
questions of some of the people who made it and were
responsible for the Australian version. They already
knew what a pest I was because I had been trying to
convince them to do the research themselves on our
early accent before they made the doco. After all,
isn't that's what you are supposed to do with a doco,
research it first? As I previously mentioned to Alan,
there were 4 versions made. Imagine my delight when
they showed part of the Irish version (English speaking
one) and Ned and the gang had Aussie accents! I also
met Marian Matta there, she being one of my main sparring
partners on this topic and we had a nice chat afterwards,
although she would not be swayed. Marian has been very
helpful with some of the things she has kindly passed
on to me. And to Alan, great comeback mate, have to
give you 10 out of 10 for that one. You’d be
great with hecklers and should be on the stage... the
next one out of town. Sorry about that, I just couldn’t
help myself. I wish you well in your convalescence
and hope your wife does not return too soon.
I'm a blood relative
From: Suzanne Chouffot
[lilychouffot@hotmail.com] 03 Nov 07
HI THERE MY NAME IS SUZANNE AND ABOUT A YEAR AGO MY
POP DIED IT WASN\'T UNTIL THEN THAT I FOUND OUT THAT
NED IS MY GREAT UNCLE 4 GENERATIONS BACK. THE BLOOD
LINE IS THROUGH MY POP, JOE JAMIESON, HIS MOTHER IS
HILDER (ALLEN) JAMIESON, AND HIS GRANDMOTHER IS KATE
KELLY. IM TRYING TO FIND OUT INFORMATION ON OTHER RELATIVES
AND WAS WONDERING IF YOU COULD HELP, WE ALSO HAVE THE
PROOF TO BACK THIS UP. Did
you leave the Caps Lock on by mistake, or are you SHOUTING
at me?
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
03 Nov 07
Jeez Brad, that was a quick posting I had only just
written it. If Alan will be willing to have a bit of
a yak, then Brad, consider yourself invited. If not,
the invitation is open to you. BTW, where you the bloke
that held the microphone up to me at the special screening
of Besieged,
The Ned Kelly Story documentary at the Arts and Entertainment
Centre? The bloke who did looked, really friendly until
I opened my mouth and then he had this horrified look
on his face when he realized who it was? Sorry mate,
I had to ask. Not me.
It must have been another good looking Andre Agassi
type at the screening, as I couldn't sit through another
fake beard episode after seeing in at Glenrowan a few
years back
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
03 Nov 07
Dear Mick, I deeply regret the spelling of arse and
you are well within your rights to correct me. I blame
my spelling on the influence of the American Au Pair
girl who has been looking after me while my wife is
away on business. You are absolutely right. It should
read; Who gives a rat's arse! I have taken all you
have said on board and will have a large bourbon and
coke and whatever Mr. Webb is drinking. Keep up the
good work. Sorry, I
lost my train of thought after reading the bit about
an American "girl who has been looking after me
while my wife is away on business"...
Book launch: Edward Kelly The
Times of his Life 1820-1893
From: Kelvyn Gill [gill26p@tpg.com.au]
03 Nov 07
My book Edward Kelly
The Times of his Life 1820-1893 will definitely
be launched on Sunday November 11, at the Celtic Club,
3.00 pm. The Club is on the corner of Queen and Latrobe
St. If you pre-ordered the book it will be posted out
early next week with information as to how to pay the
publisher direct. The book will be available on Sunday
11th and will also be in bookshops on the Monday or
soon thereafter. Softcover is RRP: $29.95 and the limited
edition hardcover is around $80 (only available from
the publisher or myself; and at the Club on Nov 11).
If you preordered and now no longer want the book please
e-mail me no later than noon Monday 5 November. After
too many false starts I'm finally looking forward to
review a copy...
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
03 Nov 07
It’s good to see you haven’t lost his sense
of humour Alan, but one has to wonder which one of
us has been into the cooking sherry. From a bloke who
comes across as so Australian, how could you possibly
say, “Who gives a rat's ass what accents the
participants use” (by the way, it’s arse
not ass in Oz). As an Aussie who’s 16 great,
great grandparents (yes, that is all branches of my
family), were settled here between 1841 and 1856 (and
lot of them settling in the north and north east of
Victoria), I can assure you that it means a great deal
to someone with my heritage. Unfortunately I do not
have a recording of their voices, however, extensive
research on Australian English and our ever developing
accent, contemporary writings dating from the first
settlement of this great country of ours, combined
with language and linguistic experts, all confirm that
you could pick the new arrivals from the homegrown
variety by the way they spoke (accent).
I am also old enough and fortunate enough to have
heard the accents of older relatives and others who
were born in the later part of the 1800’s. As
my father drummed into me, if you are going to do something,
do it right and to the best of your ability. This should
also apply, not only to the retelling of the Kelly
story, but all early Australia. Alan, as someone who
has written books and retelling the Kelly story to
school kids, it is imperative that you do your research
and get it right. As a relative newcomer (2002) to
the Kelly saga, you may have missed the Great
Debate section of this website regarding accent.
If you have not already read it, I would suggest you
start at the bottom and work you way up. There you
will find both sides of the debate. BTW, I’m
a plain old beer drinker, who doesn’t mind the
odd (good) scotch, chilled over a bit of ice. Maybe
we could get together one day and have a bit of a chinwag
over a cold one or three. I'd
wonder who'd shout first...
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
01 Nov 07
Hi Brad, It looks like Mick has been dipping into the
cooking sherry again. Who gives a rat's ass what accents
the participants use. From what Lisa has said they've
only got a grand to spend, and that's a mere pittance
compared to what Ned knocked off from their own bank.
As far as the Australian accent goes for Ned and the
boys; I didn't realise Mick had a recording of their
voices. How can you be 100% sure of what their accents
sounded like. When you're looking down the barrel of
a loaded revolver and threatened with your life;Who
bloody cares! All I can say Mick is give the poor buggers
a go. I'm sure no matter what they sound like, the
spectators will know exactly what's going on. I just
hope Brian MacDonald doesn't take on the role of the
Chinese cook or they'll all be stuffed. From what I've
read, the Jerilderie Letter Event sounds like it'll
be a "li'l bewdy bottla mate" and I wish
them great success. Regardless
of accent Lisa is keen on getting some actors on board.
Just think one day Jerildrie, the next day Bollywood
Blood In The Dust
From: Audrey Robertson
[audrey.robertson@ntlworld.com] 29 Oct 07
Is it still possible to obtain a copy of A N Baron's Blood
in the Dust? I did hear that a reprint was due
this November, but now can't find any information on
this. Many thanks. Arr
yes, I may have got ahead of myself. Seems I have a
bit of correcting to do with the new introduction and
reference sections, so it will be a 2008 project at
this stage. But I promise to keep you all posted
Ned Kelly
From: Davo [jackson_7@hotmail.com]
30 Oct 07
Ned Kelly was a hero to me because he stood up to the
poilce.
Ned Kelly
From: Luke Crowhurst [crowhurst_15@hotmail.com]
30 Oct 07
Ned Kelly was a hero.
Worth
From: Charlie [chipslilly43@bigpond.com]
28 Oct 07
How much is Ned Kelly's helmet worth? During
the 2001-2002 "Ned: The Exhibition" insurers
estimated the suits to be worth over 8 million dollars
each. But I'm guessing a hell of lot more seeing they
are national treasures...
Keyring
From: Toby Lee [tobiaslee1@hotmail.com]
25 Oct 07
Hi, I am trying to find a particular Ned Kelly Keyring.
It is circular, has a photo of Ned Kelly and 'Such
is life' written underneath the photo! I have called
Ned Kellys World and Kates place in Glenrowan and neither
have seen one for years. Do you have any suggestions
as to where I might find one? My mother had one years
ago and hasn't stopped compaining about losing it since
it broke and disappeared. Any help would be much appreciated. Best
bet is to keep and eye on the Ned Kelly section on eBay
Re: Jerilderie Letter Event
February 2008 - Reenactments
From: Mick Fitzsimons [mickfitzsimons@hotmail.com]
23 Oct 07
Lisa let's hope that the correct research has been
done and we will see the characters depicted as those
born in Ireland, England, Australia or where ever with
accents that correctly display where they are from.
Ned and the boys were Aussies, and as such spoke differently
to other nationalities. Should you require further
information regarding the history of Australian English
(Aussie accent), please do not hesitate to contact
me.
Great site
From: Georgina Stones [Gstones@internode.com.au]
16 Oct 07
This a grat site. "Thenks"
Jerilderie Letter Event February
2008 - Reenactments
From: Lisa Brackenrig [lisa.brackenrig@jerilderie.nsw.gov.au]
15 Oct 07
Good Afternoon, Just wondering how I can advertise
for some keen actors to feature in our next Jerilderie
Letter Event re-enactments. We will have one at the
Royal Mail Hotel (bank of NSW) and the newly restored
Police Stables (and barracks site). We only have $1000
so are looking for passionate people rather than paid
acting. We can reimburse some out of pocket expenses.
Cheers Lisa Brackenrig Jerilderie Letter Event Chairperson Brian
Mac has a great voice for this type of thing so I'm
sure he'll be one of the first to contact you!
Ned Kelly Helmet Ring
From: Daniel Abela [daniel_weymouth@optusnet.com.au]
12 Oct 07
Hello fellow ned lovers! my name is dan and im in search
of a ned kelly ring, the ring i saw years ago at a
hotrod show,it was an exact replica of his helmet in
every way! not like the lame rings for sale on the
net! this was like a miniature helmet! please help
me! p.s. anyone who wants copies of THE LAST OUTLAW
go to glenrowan at the cobb n co shop they sell them!
i have a copy its 4 dvds and is great! hope to hear
from someone about the realistic silver helmet ring,
thanks! SUCH IS LIFE! Hey,
that half-crazed Eagle Ben Cousins has those same words
tattooed onto his guts...
"So Famoues"
From: Chelsea [gra01@willmottparkps.vic.edu.au]
11 Oct 07
Hi i am chelsea and i would like to more about ned
kelly and how he grow up and hew became so famoues.
thank you if u read this.
Man behind the Ironoutlaw
From: Dorothy Brown [paupton@optusnet.com.au]
11 Sep 07
Hi Brad, Dorothy here, we met at Beechworth, I was
with Anthony. And what a weekend. Enjoyed every minute.
But I always wanted to meet the man behind this site.
And no I am not disappointed. Years ago when I first
saw it, I couldn\'t believe the passion that oozes
from here (I realized there were people like myself)
and it opened a window to the world about the Ned and
the boys. Even though we have Ian, the books and the
movies. A pleasure to meet you, thank you for this
wonderful site, and will catch up with you again.
But why?
From: John [billabongcool2131@hotmail.com]
09 Sep 07
Why did ned kelly became a busranger? Cause
he liked coaches?
Ned Kelly
From: Declan Barrie [address
withheld] 05 Sep 07
Hi im 10 and i just find Ned Kelly really interesting.
"Adjectival"
From: Martha Spencer [bookish42@earthlink.net]
29 Aug 07
I'm listening to Peter Carey's book, THE TRUE HISTORY
OF THE KELLY GANG and the use of the word "adjectival" to
describe anything and everything has me puzzled. What
does it mean? Is it just a form of Australian slang?
Would love to know the answer - I'm American and understand
the word in its purest form but not as it is used in
the book. Can someone help? In
it's simplest form Carey explained it is a "place
holder" for either "bastard"
or "bloody" which were two of the more
"vulgar" swear words of the day
"Bound For Judgement":
The book with no names!
From: Alan Crichton [rcr87285@bigpond.net.au]
28 Aug 07
Hi Brad, Nice to have finally caught up with you in
Beechworth. I could not help but notice Juliana's comment
warning readers not to buy my book because I have not
mentioned any names in the verse. I knew I had forgotten
something. What's the old saying? Action speaks louder
than names, or was it words? I knew I couldn't sit
back and let Juliana attack my little book of verse
without giving some sort of explanation for my outrageous
conduct and e.mailed her post haste.
Hi Juliana, I'm sorry I did not write to you earlier
but I have only now read your comments on Bound
For Judgement in the feedback section. Ouch!
I thought I could at least offer some reasoning for
the absence of the characters names in the book. You
may have also noticed I did not use the word police
either. When I wrote this book of simple verse, I wanted
to write about 24 events that changed and eventually
ended the lives of four young Australian men. The book
was primarily written for children in grades 6 and
7. My aim was to first get them interested in a remarkable
Australian story and hopingly through youths natural
curiosity, get them to seek out the many in depth books
about Ned Kelly, Dan Kelly, Joe Byrne and Steve Hart
(sounds like names from a poem. I wonder if anyone's
used it before?) I've read a lot of books on the Kelly
story, but each book I read was telling not much more
than I had already been told in the previous books.
I know you can't change history, but sometimes the
story presented in a different way might work for certain
individuals. When I read Bound
For Judgement to children in some of the primary
schools, I explain the story after each verse. The
interest they have taken is quite remarkable. In most
cases when I first ask them if they know of Ned Kelly,
10% reply with a; 'Yes, he was a murderer who had a
big helmet', 50% actually believe he's Heath Ledger
and the other 40% have never heard of him. When I explain
he was the first born son to a poor family they seem
to listen with an open mind. A first born son who was
forced to make decisions he would not normally make
in a time when corruption in the police force was rife.
In the company of three other young men this first
born son, this outlaw chief rode to immortality. I
suppose to sum it up. Bound
For Judgement; recite their story with passion
and seek out their names for yourself. I have
just completed a novel titled Far
Beyond the Falls, but this time I have actually
remembered to mention their names. Keep ya powder dry.
Ned Kelly's Last Stand Centenery
Envelopes
From: Ryan [ryanm@dvjs.com.au]
24 Aug 07
How much are they worth? Straight
to the point, I like that
Ned Kelly wallpaper
From: Jodi [djmet@bigpond.net.au]
13 Aug 07
I have 5 rolls of Ned Kelly wallpaper that
was made in the late 70's. Quite rare I think. Can
i sell it on you website? How much do you think it
is worth? I'm sure
there's plenty of Kelly nuts out there keen to renovate
their houses in the stuff, so try eBay
I'm stupid sometime
From: Nita [nitarulz_@hotmail.com]
12 Aug 07
Ned kelly was a very bad man i know that but he was
acused for so many bad things if you know everything
then tell me did he do everything he was acused for? Yes
Ned Kelly song
From: Catherine [black.cat10@bigpond.com]
10 Aug 07
My Dad sung me a Ned Kelly song when I was little,
I remember bits - it starts "Ned Kelly was born
in a ramshackle hut..." I have found a version
on the net but it is not the same (perhaps it was one
of those songs that was passed down and slightly altered
each generation). I am wondering if anyone can help
me with the words. Dad has passed away and I want to
sing it to my daughter as it is so special to me. Thanks.
Hello
From: Jesse [cahalanj@ofgsstudents.com]
08 Aug 07
Ned kelly is really coolio and i like him. I'm
guessing you are referring to Coolio the gangsta rapper?
Good work
From: Isabelle [islat@bgs.vic.edu.au]
06 Aug 07
It's quite a good site. It\'s good for projects and
pretty interesting. Keep up the good work!! Where precisisley
was Ned Kelly hung? Around
the neck...
Thanks!
From: Siobhan Curran [sio_rox@hotmail.com]
01 Aug 07
I'm 14 and am doing an Independant Project on ned kelly
for english this year and this site has helped me soo
much so i just want to thank you guys in helping me
with my research - i had not realised just how much
information there was everywhere until i had actually
started trying to find accurate information!! Glad
we could be of help! |
