3 December 1919

… The last night of the Sydney performance was given to a crammed house, Kings Cross, there being over 2200 filling seats, stairs, and standing. The story which all seem to say is unique and thrilling was received magnificently. It is some reward speaking to a couple of thousand upturned faces all eager, interested and intent. In these big theatres crammed with all classes, one does not hear a sound. All seem breathless. It is great. Tomorrow we begin the interstate tour. I take as assistant lecturer, Mazengarb and O'Shea, operator.

4 December 1919

… Left Sydney 3.30 a.m. by Brisbane Express. Tony and Matron O'Connor down to see me off. Our cases narrowly escaped catching the train owing to the faulty transport arrangements of Australasian Films. It was with some feelings of relief when we drew away from Sydney. The season has been an arduous one and not without some worry. It has, however, been a phenomenal success.

5 December 1919

Crossed into Queensland 9.15 a.m. Country drought stricken and in pitiable state…Arrived, Brisbane 6.40 and to Australian Hotel, a passable house with good table, small rooms and no pretty waitresses or maids. … Evening, the Union Theatre's publicity 'bug', Holt, carried me off to the Mail office where I had to give a column of my wretched experiences and adventures – which just now are becoming a bugbear. …