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From the National Library of Australia...
Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 7:22 pm
by simon
An article talking about events from a little over 100 years ago.
Men in Skirts
A decidedly grotesque pageant
http://www.nla.gov.au/pub/nlanews/2007/ ... tory-3.pdf
Enjoy.
Re: From the National Library of Australia...
Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2008 9:37 pm
by crfriend
Thanks for that, SImon; it was a very enjoyable read.
I should caution readers that the use of the term "grotesque" in this context is likely the older one meaning "ridiculous" or "grossly distorted" rather than the contemporary meaning of "repulsive".
It sounds like a good time was had by the participants, and they did put up a good job of ridiculing the local politicos. Bravo!
Posted: Fri Feb 29, 2008 12:48 am
by Departed Member
Excellent find!
I'm with the mayor, all the way (to the beach!).
