Haddon was born on 24 May 1855, in London. He was educated at Christ’s College, Cambridge and in 1880 was appointed professor of zoology at the Royal College of Science, Dublin. In 1888 he journeyed to Torres Strait off the north eastern coast of Australia to study the marine biology there, spending the month of October at Mabuiag and then five months at Mer (Murray Island). During this time he became interested in ethnography, collecting folk tales and ethnographic material.
In 1893 he moved to Cambridge and gained a lectureship in physical anthropology. He planned and organized a further expedition to Torres Strait, duly arriving at Thursday Island on 22 April 1898.
His team consisted of seven staff, namely himself and Sidney H. Ray, linguist, Dr. William Halse Rivers, physician and psychologist, Dr. Charles S. Myers, psychologist and musician, Dr. William McDougall, psychologist, Anthony Wilkin, photographer and Dr. C. S. Seligman, pathologist
Most of their time was spent on Murray Island and they departed from Torres Strait in November 1898.
Haddon spent the rest of his life organizing and editing the material collected. He also returned to the Torres Strait for a brief visit in 1914. He died on 20 April, 1940. During his prolific career he wrote and edited over 600 publications.
The expedition to Torres Strait was the first scientifically planned and executed interdisciplinary study of a traditional people. 67 musical cylinders were collected, along with some 2 000 artifacts and the world’s first ethnographic film was made – a four minute production displaying Malo ceremonies and fire stick usage.
The results of the expedition were published in 6 volumes by the Cambridge University press from 1905 – 1935. In 1971 the Johnstone Reprint Corporation reprinted the volumes. However the work was published and reprinted without any indexes
This blog entry contains an annotated title index to the 1971 reprint, sorted by subject in bold type and sub sorted by title in italic type.
Currency & weights & measures.
Vol 4, p. 236
Information on the use of currency & weights & measures in the Torres Strait
Information on the use of currency & weights & measures in the Torres Strait
Numerals, counting & records.
Vol 4, p. 232-236
Information on counting, the use of numerals & record keeping in the Torres Strait
Information on counting, the use of numerals & record keeping in the Torres Strait
Murray Islands: Domestic life.
Vol 1, p. 106-117
Information on childbirth, childhood, initiation of boys, female puberty, love charms, contraception, adoption, illegitimate children, aliments & diseases & their cure on Murray Island in the late 19th century. Has a table of births & deaths for 1892-1899 with a discussion about rates of death & causes
Information on childbirth, childhood, initiation of boys, female puberty, love charms, contraception, adoption, illegitimate children, aliments & diseases & their cure on Murray Island in the late 19th century. Has a table of births & deaths for 1892-1899 with a discussion about rates of death & causes
Adoption
Social organisation.
Vol 6, p. 169-184
Information on social organisation on Murray Island. Describes the grouping of villages on Mer, Dauar & Waier & the kinship processes; Adoption; Law & government; Crime; Civil suits which are mainly concerned with property disputes.
Information on social organisation on Murray Island. Describes the grouping of villages on Mer, Dauar & Waier & the kinship processes; Adoption; Law & government; Crime; Civil suits which are mainly concerned with property disputes.
Weapons & objects employed in warfare.
Vol 4, p. 172-204
Detailed information on weapons used in the Torres Strait including arrows, clubs, spears, beheading knife & head-carrier as well as decoration used for warfare
Detailed information on weapons used in the Torres Strait including arrows, clubs, spears, beheading knife & head-carrier as well as decoration used for warfare
Arrows
Decorative, pictorial & glyptic art.
Vol 4, p. 342-393
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Artefacts
Decorative, pictorial & glyptic art.
Vol 4, p. 342-393
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Artists
Astronomy.
Vol 4, p. 218-225
Information on astronomy & stellar navigation as practiced at Mer & Mabuiag
Information on astronomy & stellar navigation as practiced at Mer & Mabuiag
Astronomy
The cult of Kulka.
Vol 5, p. 378
Account of the Cult of Kulka on Aureed Island. Haddon observed the ceremonial figure (Picture on Plate XX fig 1) & concludes that the skulls were from the shipwrecked passengers from the Charles Eaton
Account of the Cult of Kulka on Aureed Island. Haddon observed the ceremonial figure (Picture on Plate XX fig 1) & concludes that the skulls were from the shipwrecked passengers from the Charles Eaton
Aureed Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Aurid.
Vol 1, p. 88-90
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Aureed Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Aureed Island
Chieftainship in Mabuiag & Badu.
Vol 5, p. 266-267
Account of chieftains & leaders in Mabuiag & Badu
Account of chieftains & leaders in Mabuiag & Badu
Badu Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Badu.
Vol 1, p. 62-64
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Badu
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Badu
Folk tales.
Vol 5, p. 9-120
Folk tales from the Torres Strait. Folk tales include; sun, moon & night; Dogai Metakorab & Bu; Dogai; The two dogai of Muralug; The origin of fire; How fire was brought to Kiwai; The origin of Kiwai & its inhabitants; The origin of Hammond Rock; The story of the 6 blind brothers (Badu); Dogai Zug; The stone that fell from the sky; the birth of Kusa Kup, the mythical bird; The story of Siwai, or the origin of mosquitoes & flies; The first man of Saibai; Sida, the bestower of vegetable food; Sida (Saibai version); Sida (Kiwai version); The sad end of Yawar the gardener; Gelam; Sesere, the dugong hunter; How Bia introduced fishing with the sucker-fish into the Islands; The story of Upi; Naga, the instructor of the death-dances; Naga, the master of ceremonies in Nagir; Waiat; Tabu; The story of Kari the dancer; Aukum & Tiai; The story of Nori, the snake; The origin-myth of the hammer-headed shark & crocodile totems of Yam; The saga of Kwoiam; Uga, the mortal girl who marries a spirit man; Tabepa, the mortal man who marries a spirit girl; Drak; The story of Mutuk; The dogai of Karapar; The story of Greedy Gwoba; Amipuru; Yadzebur; Sara & Baugai; The stranding of the first coconut on Muralug; The story of Amdua; The mangrove & the crab. Page 107-112 gives a brief synopsis of the 46 myths recounted
Folk tales from the Torres Strait. Folk tales include; sun, moon & night; Dogai Metakorab & Bu; Dogai; The two dogai of Muralug; The origin of fire; How fire was brought to Kiwai; The origin of Kiwai & its inhabitants; The origin of Hammond Rock; The story of the 6 blind brothers (Badu); Dogai Zug; The stone that fell from the sky; the birth of Kusa Kup, the mythical bird; The story of Siwai, or the origin of mosquitoes & flies; The first man of Saibai; Sida, the bestower of vegetable food; Sida (Saibai version); Sida (Kiwai version); The sad end of Yawar the gardener; Gelam; Sesere, the dugong hunter; How Bia introduced fishing with the sucker-fish into the Islands; The story of Upi; Naga, the instructor of the death-dances; Naga, the master of ceremonies in Nagir; Waiat; Tabu; The story of Kari the dancer; Aukum & Tiai; The story of Nori, the snake; The origin-myth of the hammer-headed shark & crocodile totems of Yam; The saga of Kwoiam; Uga, the mortal girl who marries a spirit man; Tabepa, the mortal man who marries a spirit girl; Drak; The story of Mutuk; The dogai of Karapar; The story of Greedy Gwoba; Amipuru; Yadzebur; Sara & Baugai; The stranding of the first coconut on Muralug; The story of Amdua; The mangrove & the crab. Page 107-112 gives a brief synopsis of the 46 myths recounted
Genealogies.
Vol 5, p. 121-128
Tables 1-12 are genealogies for Mabuiag. Tables 13-15 are for Badu & the members of Clans listed in tables 8 & 11 now live in Badu. Tables 16-17A are for Tutu, Yam & Muralug
Tables 1-12 are genealogies for Mabuiag. Tables 13-15 are for Badu & the members of Clans listed in tables 8 & 11 now live in Badu. Tables 16-17A are for Tutu, Yam & Muralug
Geography & geology.
Vol 1, p. 19-36
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
The regulation of marriage.
Vol 5, p. 233-247
An analysis of marriages at Badu & Mabuiag & between the 2 Islands. Other aspects on which information is provided are marriage restrictions, exchange of brothers & sisters, polygamy, marriage of sisters, marrying a brother's widow (Levirate), divorce & the age of marriage
An analysis of marriages at Badu & Mabuiag & between the 2 Islands. Other aspects on which information is provided are marriage restrictions, exchange of brothers & sisters, polygamy, marriage of sisters, marrying a brother's widow (Levirate), divorce & the age of marriage
Totemism.
Vol 5, p.153-193
Detailed account of Totemism in the Western Torres Strait. Lists the totems for Mabuiag, Badu, Moa, Muralug, Nagir, Tutu, Yam & Saibai. Includes a systemic list of all totems known from the western Torres Strait on p. 157. Other sections include representations of the totems; social aspects of totemism; Clans of the western Islands. For Mabuiag the clans were Dangal, Kaigas, Kodal, Sam, Surlal, Tabu & Umai. Badu were Tapimil, Kodal, Tabu, Dangal & Sam. Saibai were Kodal, Sam, Daubau, Umai & Tabu. In Yam the clans were Kodal, Kursi, Umai, Waru & Tabu. There is a Ger clan on Warraber. There is a section looking at the dual grouping of clans that formerly occurred on Mabuiag, Tutu, Yam, Muralug, Saibai & Mabuiag. Also analyses the marriages between various clans. Part 6 deals with subsidiary totems. The magical & religious aspects of totemism are discussed including the symbolic magic associated with the dugong & turtle as well as totem taboos. Concludes with the Ari of the Yaraikanna Tribe of Cape York
Detailed account of Totemism in the Western Torres Strait. Lists the totems for Mabuiag, Badu, Moa, Muralug, Nagir, Tutu, Yam & Saibai. Includes a systemic list of all totems known from the western Torres Strait on p. 157. Other sections include representations of the totems; social aspects of totemism; Clans of the western Islands. For Mabuiag the clans were Dangal, Kaigas, Kodal, Sam, Surlal, Tabu & Umai. Badu were Tapimil, Kodal, Tabu, Dangal & Sam. Saibai were Kodal, Sam, Daubau, Umai & Tabu. In Yam the clans were Kodal, Kursi, Umai, Waru & Tabu. There is a Ger clan on Warraber. There is a section looking at the dual grouping of clans that formerly occurred on Mabuiag, Tutu, Yam, Muralug, Saibai & Mabuiag. Also analyses the marriages between various clans. Part 6 deals with subsidiary totems. The magical & religious aspects of totemism are discussed including the symbolic magic associated with the dugong & turtle as well as totem taboos. Concludes with the Ari of the Yaraikanna Tribe of Cape York
Textiles.
Vol 1, p. 298-299
Information on preparation of leaves for making mats & baskets & the production of mats & baskets
Information on preparation of leaves for making mats & baskets & the production of mats & baskets
Baskets
Textiles.
Vol 4, p. 63-88
Detailed account of the use of textiles in traditional Torres Strait Society. Includes information on mats, belts & bands, baskets & petticoats
Detailed account of the use of textiles in traditional Torres Strait Society. Includes information on mats, belts & bands, baskets & petticoats
The Beche-de-mer & trochus fisheries.
Vol 1, p. 15
Account of the trochus & Beche-de-Mer industries in the Torres Strait in the 19th century
Account of the trochus & Beche-de-Mer industries in the Torres Strait in the 19th century
Beche-de-Mer
Murray Islands: history.
Vol 1, p. 95-101
Account of visits to Murray Island in the 19th century & information on Murray Island culture. Includes information on John Stewart Bruce (Jack) & his funeral on Mer on August 23, 1930. Bruce was on Murray Island from August 1881 until his retirement as Government teacher in 1923. He died in Sydney on December 24, 1928
Account of visits to Murray Island in the 19th century & information on Murray Island culture. Includes information on John Stewart Bruce (Jack) & his funeral on Mer on August 23, 1930. Bruce was on Murray Island from August 1881 until his retirement as Government teacher in 1923. He died in Sydney on December 24, 1928
Biography
Conditions on the Central Islands one hundred years ago.
Vol 1, p. 84-86
Account of the wreck of the Charles Eaton from the Nautical Magazine, 1837, p. 656-660. Includes information on the survivors & those massacred
Account of the wreck of the Charles Eaton from the Nautical Magazine, 1837, p. 656-660. Includes information on the survivors & those massacred
Black & White relations
Erub: History.
Vol 1, p. 184-191
Article on visits by Europeans to Darnley Island in the 18th & 19th century & accounts of their observations & experiences
Article on visits by Europeans to Darnley Island in the 18th & 19th century & accounts of their observations & experiences
The ethnography of the various Islands: Yam - Tutu.
Vol 1, p. 71-84
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yam & Tutu Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yam & Tutu Island
Historical sketch: the early voyagers.
Vol 1, p. 3-12
History of exploration in the Torres Strait from Torres to the late 19th century. Includes a detailed account of the Charles Eaton & the massacre of its crew
History of exploration in the Torres Strait from Torres to the late 19th century. Includes a detailed account of the Charles Eaton & the massacre of its crew
Tales of the War-path.
Vol 5, p. 308-319
Accounts of battles in the Torres Strait. Includes the feud between Mabuiag & Moa which resulted in the Massacre of Moa people; The fight at Dauan between Dauan & Mabuiag men; The massacre by Mabuiag & Badu men at Gu on Moa; The killing of a Tutu crew on Mabuiag
Accounts of battles in the Torres Strait. Includes the feud between Mabuiag & Moa which resulted in the Massacre of Moa people; The fight at Dauan between Dauan & Mabuiag men; The massacre by Mabuiag & Badu men at Gu on Moa; The killing of a Tutu crew on Mabuiag
Trade.
Vol 5, p. 293-297
Information on trade in the Torres Strait. Sections include intra-insular trade, trade with new Guinea, trade with Cape York, trade with the White Man, canoe traffic.
Information on trade in the Torres Strait. Sections include intra-insular trade, trade with new Guinea, trade with Cape York, trade with the White Man, canoe traffic.
Variations of blood-pressure.
Vol 2, p. 201-204
Information on variations of blood pressure amongst Torres Strait Islanders.
Information on variations of blood pressure amongst Torres Strait Islanders.
Blood Pressure
Mutilations.
Vol 1, p. 294-296
Information on artificial deformation of the head, nose & ear-piercing, penile mutilation, scarification & personal ornaments
Information on artificial deformation of the head, nose & ear-piercing, penile mutilation, scarification & personal ornaments
Body art
Nose & ear piercing.
Vol 4, p. 9-12
Article on nose & ear piercing in the Torres Strait
Article on nose & ear piercing in the Torres Strait
Permanent decoration of the skin.
Vol 4, p. 13-15
Information on body decoration
Information on body decoration
Scarification on the face.
Vol 4, p. 15-16
Information on body decoration on the face
Information on body decoration on the face
Scarifications on the arms.
Vol 4, p. 22-27
Information on body decoration on the arms
Information on body decoration on the arms
Scarifications on the body.
Vol 4, p. 16-22
Information on body decoration on the body
Information on body decoration on the body
Scarifications on the legs.
Vol 4, p. 27-29
Information on body decoration on the legs
Information on body decoration on the legs
Temporary decoration of the skin.
Vol 4, p. 29-30
Information on the temporary decoration of the skin
Information on the temporary decoration of the skin
The ethnography of the various Islands: Boigu.
Vol 1, p. 38-41
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Boigu
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Boigu
Boigu Island
Geography & geology.
Vol 1, p. 19-36
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
Geography & geology.
Vol 1, p. 19-36
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
Geology & geography of the Islands in the Torres Strait. Includes the Islands listed above as well as Daru, North Possession Island, Saddle island, Mukwa (Cap) Island, Garboi, Umaga (Keats Island), Damut (Dalrymple Island), Dauar, Wiaer, Edugor, Zapker & Ugar
Bramble Cay
Food & its preparation & narcotics.
Vol 4, p. 130-143
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagi, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagi, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Bush tucker
Erub: Ethnography.
Vol 1, p. 193-196
Information on rituals & ceremonies, weddings, funeral ceremonies, corpse-eating & massacre of shipwrecked persons (Sarup) on Darnley Island
Information on rituals & ceremonies, weddings, funeral ceremonies, corpse-eating & massacre of shipwrecked persons (Sarup) on Darnley Island
Cannibalism
Food & its preparation & narcotics.
Vol 4, p. 130-143
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagy, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagy, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Murray Islands: Cannibalism.
Vol 1, p. 173-176
Information on Cannibalism & the ceremonies associated with it on Mer
Information on Cannibalism & the ceremonies associated with it on Mer
Tales of the War-path.
Vol 5, p. 308-319
Accounts of battles in the Torres Strait. Includes the feud between Mabuiag & Moa which resulted in the Massacre of Moa people; The fight at Dauan between Dauan & Mabuiag men; The massacre by Mabuiag & Badumen at Gu on Moa; The killing of a Tutu crew on Mabuiag
Accounts of battles in the Torres Strait. Includes the feud between Mabuiag & Moa which resulted in the Massacre of Moa people; The fight at Dauan between Dauan & Mabuiag men; The massacre by Mabuiag & Badumen at Gu on Moa; The killing of a Tutu crew on Mabuiag
Warfare.
Vol 5, p. 298-307
Article on warfare in the Torres Strait & preparation for War. Includes war preparation rituals, war dances, preparation of heads for Augudalkula & Kwikwi-iut & Kwod
Article on warfare in the Torres Strait & preparation for War. Includes war preparation rituals, war dances, preparation of heads for Augudalkula & Kwikwi-iut & Kwod
Canoes.
Vol 1, p. 305-314
Information on canoes & their use in the Torres Strait
Information on canoes & their use in the Torres Strait
Canoes
Trade.
Vol 5, p. 293-297
Information on trade in the Torres Strait. Sections include intra-insular trade, trade with new Guinea, trade with Cape York, trade with the White Man, canoe traffic.
Information on trade in the Torres Strait. Sections include intra-insular trade, trade with new Guinea, trade with Cape York, trade with the White Man, canoe traffic.
Trade.
Vol 6, p. 185-188
Details of trade & bartering including information on canoe traffic & purchase & the bartering of goods with foreigners in the 19th century & the influence this has had
Details of trade & bartering including information on canoe traffic & purchase & the bartering of goods with foreigners in the 19th century & the influence this has had
Transport & canoes.
Vol 4, p. 205-217
Detailed information on the use of canoes in the Torres Strait in the 19th century
Detailed information on the use of canoes in the Torres Strait in the 19th century
The ethnography of the various Islands: Saibai.
Vol 1, p. 43-49
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Saibai. Includes a detailed account on the Cargo cult that spread on Saibai Island in 1913 & 1914, the German Wislin cult
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Saibai. Includes a detailed account on the Cargo cult that spread on Saibai Island in 1913 & 1914, the German Wislin cult
Cargo Cult
Decorative, pictorial & glyptic art.
Vol 4, p. 342-393
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Information on traditional art in the Torres Strait. Includes technique, patterns & designs, representations of sorcery & natural phenomena, plants, animals, human beings & various objects. Decoration of special objects, i.e., combs, drums, dugong harpoons, tobacco pipes & spinning tops. Names & significance of patterns & designs, treatment of decorated surfaces, pigments & carving in the round
Carvings
Stones of power.
Vol 1, p. 356-368
Information on power stones, zogo & ritual & revered images & objects in the Torres Strait. The power stones include those carved to represent animals or heads of animals, human form or face, memorial stones, spirit stones of augud, stones connected with gardens, stones to control animal life, stones associated with the sky & images carved in wood
Information on power stones, zogo & ritual & revered images & objects in the Torres Strait. The power stones include those carved to represent animals or heads of animals, human form or face, memorial stones, spirit stones of augud, stones connected with gardens, stones to control animal life, stones associated with the sky & images carved in wood
Supernatural beings.
Vol 5, p. 353-367
Information on supernatural beings in the Western Torres Strait. Sections include; Giants & tailed-man; Dogai; Transformation; Spirits & the future state; Story of the boy who was spirited away; Muri (These are spirits associated with waterspouts); Omens; Dreams; Divination; Austerities & purification; Sacred stones & carved images; Totemism; Ancestor worship; The Kwod in Religion
Information on supernatural beings in the Western Torres Strait. Sections include; Giants & tailed-man; Dogai; Transformation; Spirits & the future state; Story of the boy who was spirited away; Muri (These are spirits associated with waterspouts); Omens; Dreams; Divination; Austerities & purification; Sacred stones & carved images; Totemism; Ancestor worship; The Kwod in Religion
Artificial deformation of the head.
Vol 4, p. 7-9
Article on artificial deformation of the head as practiced in Mabuiag to enhance beauty
Article on artificial deformation of the head as practiced in Mabuiag to enhance beauty
Ceremonies & rituals
Birth & childhood customs.
Vol 5, p. 194-200
Information on birth & childhood customs. Pregnancy custom in Saibai, food taboos for women, treatment of the afterbirth at Saibai, Yam & Mabuiag. Limitation of children (sterility & infanticide), twins (one of the twins is usually killed), customs after childbirth & the treatment of children
Information on birth & childhood customs. Pregnancy custom in Saibai, food taboos for women, treatment of the afterbirth at Saibai, Yam & Mabuiag. Limitation of children (sterility & infanticide), twins (one of the twins is usually killed), customs after childbirth & the treatment of children
Birth & childhood customs & limitation of children.
Vol 6, p. 105-111
Information on pregnancy customs, food taboos on pregnant women, child-birth, limitation of children, foeticide (abortion), infanticide, the killing of one child when twins are born, customs after child-birth & puberty customs & beliefs
Information on pregnancy customs, food taboos on pregnant women, child-birth, limitation of children, foeticide (abortion), infanticide, the killing of one child when twins are born, customs after child-birth & puberty customs & beliefs
Courtship & marriage.
Vol 5, p. 222-232
Accounts of courtship & marriage on Mabuiag & Muralug, the changes caused by the Missionaries & polygamy & compensation to parents-in law (Bride price)
Accounts of courtship & marriage on Mabuiag & Muralug, the changes caused by the Missionaries & polygamy & compensation to parents-in law (Bride price)
Courtship & marriage.
Vol 6, p. 112-119
Information on marriage rituals & ceremonies on Murray Island & how they have changed with the coming of the Missionaries. Includes details on Kaketut, present of food & how families prefer their daughters to marry Pacific Islanders on Manila men as they can offer a higher bride-price
Information on marriage rituals & ceremonies on Murray Island & how they have changed with the coming of the Missionaries. Includes details on Kaketut, present of food & how families prefer their daughters to marry Pacific Islanders on Manila men as they can offer a higher bride-price
The cult of Bomai & Malu.
Vol 6, p. 281-313
Detailed account of the Bomai-Malo religion on Murray Island. Includes, The origin & nature of the ceremonies; The places & times of the ceremonies; the participants; ritual decoration & ritual objects; Ritual songs & sentences; The ceremony at Dam; The ceremonies at Gazir & Kiam; The ceremony at Las; The instruction of the Kesi; Mague (a spiritual personality involved in initiation ceremonies); Funeral ceremonies
Detailed account of the Bomai-Malo religion on Murray Island. Includes, The origin & nature of the ceremonies; The places & times of the ceremonies; the participants; ritual decoration & ritual objects; Ritual songs & sentences; The ceremony at Dam; The ceremonies at Gazir & Kiam; The ceremony at Las; The instruction of the Kesi; Mague (a spiritual personality involved in initiation ceremonies); Funeral ceremonies
The cult of Kulka.
Vol 5, p. 378
Account of the Cult of Kulka on Aureed Island. Haddon observed the ceremonial figure (Picture on Plate XX fig 1) & concludes that the skulls were from the shipwrecked passengers from the Charles Eaton
Account of the Cult of Kulka on Aureed Island. Haddon observed the ceremonial figure (Picture on Plate XX fig 1) & concludes that the skulls were from the shipwrecked passengers from the Charles Eaton
The cult of Kwoiam.
Vol 5, p. 367-378
Information on the Cult of Kwoiam on the Sacred Island of Pulu near Mabuiag, where skulls of the dead slain in battle were kept & ceremonies performed
Information on the Cult of Kwoiam on the Sacred Island of Pulu near Mabuiag, where skulls of the dead slain in battle were kept & ceremonies performed
The cult of Sigai & Maiau.
Vol 5, p. 373-378
Account of the Sigai & Maiau Cults on Tutu & Yam. Gives details
Account of the Sigai & Maiau Cults on Tutu & Yam. Gives details
Cults with initiation ceremonies.
Vol 6, p. 272-280
Article on initiation cults including the Meket Siriam Zogo, Meket Sarik & the Waiet Zogo
Article on initiation cults including the Meket Siriam Zogo, Meket Sarik & the Waiet Zogo
Culture-bearers, cult-heroes & hero cults.
Vol 1, p. 374-414
Information on hero cults in the Torres Strait. Includes sida & said (Sido & soido), Iko & Hido, cult of Kwoiam, the cult of sigai & maiau, the cult of Bamai-Malu, the cults of the Bretheren, The Hiamu, The cult of Waiet, the cult heroes of Waiat & naga
Information on hero cults in the Torres Strait. Includes sida & said (Sido & soido), Iko & Hido, cult of Kwoiam, the cult of sigai & maiau, the cult of Bamai-Malu, the cults of the Bretheren, The Hiamu, The cult of Waiet, the cult heroes of Waiat & naga
Disposal of the dead & mummification.
Vol 1, p. 320-344
Detailed article on mummification in the Torres Strait. Details the rituals & ceremonies for people who have died, mummification, the wearing of dried portions of a corpse, & spirit pantomimes & ceremonies
Detailed article on mummification in the Torres Strait. Details the rituals & ceremonies for people who have died, mummification, the wearing of dried portions of a corpse, & spirit pantomimes & ceremonies
Divination.
Vol 6, p. 261-271
Comprehensive article on the use of divination among the Meriam. Includes the Tomog Zogo, which is a divinatory shrine on Mer; skull divination; divination by lice & beizam, a collection of stone in the shape of a shark & used for divination purposes
Comprehensive article on the use of divination among the Meriam. Includes the Tomog Zogo, which is a divinatory shrine on Mer; skull divination; divination by lice & beizam, a collection of stone in the shape of a shark & used for divination purposes
Dogai.
Vol 6, p. 271-272
Information on the dogai cult amongst the Meriam
Information on the dogai cult amongst the Meriam
Erub: Cults.
Vol 1, p. 198-199
Information on the Daido-siriem cult on Darnley Island as well as stones associated with the moon & with the evening star
Information on the Daido-siriem cult on Darnley Island as well as stones associated with the moon & with the evening star
Erub: Ethnography.
Vol 1, p. 193-196
Information on rituals & ceremonies, weddings, funeral ceremonies, corpse-eating & massacre of shipwrecked persons (Sarup) on Darnley Island
Information on rituals & ceremonies, weddings, funeral ceremonies, corpse-eating & massacre of shipwrecked persons (Sarup) on Darnley Island
Erub: Food-getting activities.
Vol 1, p. 196-198
Information on Horticulture, rain-making & fishing on Darnley Island
Information on Horticulture, rain-making & fishing on Darnley Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Aurid.
Vol 1, p. 88-90
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Aureed Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Aureed Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Boigu.
Vol 1, p. 38-41
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Boigu
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Boigu
The ethnography of the various Islands: Dauan.
Vol 1, p. 41-43
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Dauan
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Dauan
The ethnography of the various Islands: Mabuiag.
Vol 1, p. 55-62
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Mabuiag. Includes birthing customs & a detailed account of totems, clans & moieties
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Mabuiag. Includes birthing customs & a detailed account of totems, clans & moieties
The ethnography of the various Islands: Masig, Umaga, Damut & Mauar.
Vol 1, p. 90-95
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yorke, Mauar (Mowar, Rennel Island), Umaga & Damut (Damud, Jarmuth, Dalrymple) Islands
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yorke, Mauar (Mowar, Rennel Island), Umaga & Damut (Damud, Jarmuth, Dalrymple) Islands
The ethnography of the various Islands: Moa.
Vol 1, p. 64-65
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Moa. Mentions that Naiama is the oldest living person on the Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Moa. Mentions that Naiama is the oldest living person on the Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Nagir.
Vol 1, p. 68-71
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Naghir Island. Describes death ceremonies, sacred sites & the practice of infanticide as well as the Sperwer massacre in 1870
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Naghir Island. Describes death ceremonies, sacred sites & the practice of infanticide as well as the Sperwer massacre in 1870
The ethnography of the various Islands: Paremar.
Vol 1, p. 87
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Coconut Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Coconut Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Prince of Wales Group.
Vol 1, p. 65-68
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Prince of Wales, Hamond & Wednesday (Maurura) Islands
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Prince of Wales, Hamond & Wednesday (Maurura) Islands
The ethnography of the various Islands: Saibai.
Vol 1, p. 43-49
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Saibai. Includes a detailed account on the Cargo cult that spread on Saibai Island in 1913 & 1914, the German Wislin cult
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Saibai. Includes a detailed account on the Cargo cult that spread on Saibai Island in 1913 & 1914, the German Wislin cult
The ethnography of the various Islands: Warraber.
Vol 1, p. 86-87
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Warraber Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Warraber Island
The ethnography of the various Islands: Yam - Tutu.
Vol 1, p. 71-84
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yam & Tutu Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Yam & Tutu Island
Fish masks.
Vol 5, p. 343-345
Mabuiag fish mask used in ceremonies in relation to fishing operations
Mabuiag fish mask used in ceremonies in relation to fishing operations
Funeral ceremonies.
Vol 5, p. 248-262
Information on funeral ceremonies. Sections include; death & treatment of the corpse; The skull-giving ceremony; tai or markai (death-dance); mourning & present customs. Specific details are given for practices on Tutu, Nagir, Muralug & Hammond Island
Information on funeral ceremonies. Sections include; death & treatment of the corpse; The skull-giving ceremony; tai or markai (death-dance); mourning & present customs. Specific details are given for practices on Tutu, Nagir, Muralug & Hammond Island
Funeral ceremonies.
Vol 6, p. 126-162
Detailed account of funeral practices on Murray Island. Includes a general description of the funeral ceremonies including treatment of the Corpse, ethical significance of the ceremonies & the Keber ceremonies & feasting. Detailed accounts of the ceremonies are provided in 23 sections including preparation of the body for mummification & funeral songs. A detailed account is provided of the mourning process, attire during mourning, food & the drinking of the juices of the dead as well as the modern customs now in use & memorials
Detailed account of funeral practices on Murray Island. Includes a general description of the funeral ceremonies including treatment of the Corpse, ethical significance of the ceremonies & the Keber ceremonies & feasting. Detailed accounts of the ceremonies are provided in 23 sections including preparation of the body for mummification & funeral songs. A detailed account is provided of the mourning process, attire during mourning, food & the drinking of the juices of the dead as well as the modern customs now in use & memorials
Greetings, salutations & various social customs.
Vol 4, p. 306-311
Information on greetings, salutations, serenading parties, fanning games & exchange of food in traditional Torres Strait Society
Information on greetings, salutations, serenading parties, fanning games & exchange of food in traditional Torres Strait Society
Human effigies.
Vol 5, p. 324-325
Use of human effigies to harm people
Use of human effigies to harm people
Initiation.
Vol 5, p. 208-221
Accounts of initiation rites on Tutu, Nagir, Mabuiag, Saibai, Muralug & Hammond Island Islands & the Yaraikana of Cape York
Accounts of initiation rites on Tutu, Nagir, Mabuiag, Saibai, Muralug & Hammond Island Islands & the Yaraikana of Cape York
Keber as soul or soul-substance.
Vol 1, p. 370-374
Information on the keber pantomimes for the souls of recently departed people
Information on the keber pantomimes for the souls of recently departed people
Kuman.
Vol 5, p. 325-236
use of the kuman vine as sorcery to harm people
use of the kuman vine as sorcery to harm people
Love charms.
Vol 5, p. 327-328
Use of love charms in the western Torres Strait Islands
Use of love charms in the western Torres Strait Islands
Madub.
Vol 5, p. 345-347
Information on the Madub of Mabuiag. It was a wooden image of human shape & its role was to take charge of the garden. Ceremonies were also performed around it
Information on the Madub of Mabuiag. It was a wooden image of human shape & its role was to take charge of the garden. Ceremonies were also performed around it
Magic connected with fishing.
Vol 5, p. 330-339
Use of magic to aid fishing. Includes use of magic for turtle fishing; the turtle ceremony at Pulu; the ceremony at the Waiwai tree at Gumu & the Waiwai stone at Tutu & magical ceremonies connected with dugong hunting
Use of magic to aid fishing. Includes use of magic for turtle fishing; the turtle ceremony at Pulu; the ceremony at the Waiwai tree at Gumu & the Waiwai stone at Tutu & magical ceremonies connected with dugong hunting
Magical appliances.
Vol 5, p. 328-329
Use of magical appliances such as bull-roarers, throwing sticks & the use of the bark of the paiwa in the western Torres Strait Islands
Use of magical appliances such as bull-roarers, throwing sticks & the use of the bark of the paiwa in the western Torres Strait Islands
Magical formulae.
Vol 5, p. 329
Use of magical formulae in the western Torres Strait Islands
Use of magical formulae in the western Torres Strait Islands
Magical practices to control animal life.
Vol 6, p. 213-220
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control animal life. Includes information on turtle ceremonies, dugong charms, fish charms, control of mosquitoes, ensuring a plentiful supply of tern's eggs & preventing rats from destroying garden crops & bananas
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control animal life. Includes information on turtle ceremonies, dugong charms, fish charms, control of mosquitoes, ensuring a plentiful supply of tern's eggs & preventing rats from destroying garden crops & bananas
Magical practices to control Human Beings.
Vol 6, p. 220-240
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control Human Beings. Sections include; Love charms; Maid or harmful magic ( examples are the use of sea-slugs, shell-turtle poisoning, crocodile effigies & effigies in the likeness of a person); Power to make people insane, hungry, constipated or general sickness through the use of Wiwar; Methods to overcome & protect against harmful sorcery.
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control Human Beings. Sections include; Love charms; Maid or harmful magic ( examples are the use of sea-slugs, shell-turtle poisoning, crocodile effigies & effigies in the likeness of a person); Power to make people insane, hungry, constipated or general sickness through the use of Wiwar; Methods to overcome & protect against harmful sorcery.
Magical practices to control the elements.
Vol 6, p. 194-202
Information on rain-making & controlling the wind.
Information on rain-making & controlling the wind.
Magical practices to control vegetable life.
Vol 6, p. 202-213
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control vegetable life. Includes methods for the Wongai, coconuts, bananas, tobacco, ceremonies for a good harvest, for garden produce, for yams, & magic to damage crops
Information on ceremonies & magical practices to control vegetable life. Includes methods for the Wongai, coconuts, bananas, tobacco, ceremonies for a good harvest, for garden produce, for yams, & magic to damage crops
The magical stone.
Vol 5, p. 324
Use of magic stones to kill people
Use of magic stones to kill people
Masks.
Vol 1, p. 368-370
Information on masks & their uses in the Torres Strait
Information on masks & their uses in the Torres Strait
Mawa ceremony.
Vol 5, p. 348-353
This ceremony was performed when the wongai were ripe. Gives details
This ceremony was performed when the wongai were ripe. Gives details
Murray Islands: Cannibalism.
Vol 1, p. 173-176
Information on Cannibalism & the ceremonies associated with it on Mer
Information on Cannibalism & the ceremonies associated with it on Mer
Murray Islands: Death & mortuary practices & ceremonies.
Vol 1, p. 117-129
detailed account of traditional mortuary practices & ceremonies on Murray Island in the late 19th century as well as the status & situation of the widow
detailed account of traditional mortuary practices & ceremonies on Murray Island in the late 19th century as well as the status & situation of the widow
Murray Islands: Fishing.
Vol 1, p. 150-158
Information on traditional fishing in the Murray Island group including stone fish traps, fish nets, turtle farming, ritual practices to secure good fishing, turtle ceremonies. Mentions that dugong were rarely caught by Murray Islanders
Information on traditional fishing in the Murray Island group including stone fish traps, fish nets, turtle farming, ritual practices to secure good fishing, turtle ceremonies. Mentions that dugong were rarely caught by Murray Islanders
Murray Islands: Horticulture.
Vol 1, p. 131-150
Article on traditional horticulture on Murray Island. Includes information when to sow & plant, ritual practices, rain making, rites, stones of power & zogo connected with horticulture, rituals for fruits, yams & coconuts, rites for snakes & bats, & taboos on gardens
Article on traditional horticulture on Murray Island. Includes information when to sow & plant, ritual practices, rain making, rites, stones of power & zogo connected with horticulture, rituals for fruits, yams & coconuts, rites for snakes & bats, & taboos on gardens
Murray Islands: Omens & divination & taboos.
Vol 1, p. 129-131
Information on omens, divination & restraints & sanctions in Murray Island society in the late 19th century
Information on omens, divination & restraints & sanctions in Murray Island society in the late 19th century
Murray Islands: Territorial groupings.
Vol 1, p. 159-173
Information on clans & cults on Murray Island. Includes; Information on the 9 recognised districts on Mer & Dauar as of the late 19th century & how they correspond with the districts from earlier times; Gives stories of the ancestors of the current descendants whose names they bear. Gives detailed information on the Bomai-Malu cult & 2 older cults, Beizam & Dogai & the relation of Bomai-Malu to these 2 older cults. Concludes with an extensive list of the localities of the zogo & various local practices & who owns the stars
Information on clans & cults on Murray Island. Includes; Information on the 9 recognised districts on Mer & Dauar as of the late 19th century & how they correspond with the districts from earlier times; Gives stories of the ancestors of the current descendants whose names they bear. Gives detailed information on the Bomai-Malu cult & 2 older cults, Beizam & Dogai & the relation of Bomai-Malu to these 2 older cults. Concludes with an extensive list of the localities of the zogo & various local practices & who owns the stars
Murray Islands: Various socialising customs.
Vol 1, p. 176-183
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Musu Kap.
Vol 5, p. 339-342
Information on the Mudu Kap dance ceremony at Mabuiag to assist in good fishing catches
Information on the Mudu Kap dance ceremony at Mabuiag to assist in good fishing catches
North Queensland.
Vol 1, p. 266-274
Information on the Kako Ya'o, Akainta, dugong hunters & sivirri, the culture hero of the Tjungundji & Ged'a Oiyandai
Information on the Kako Ya'o, Akainta, dugong hunters & sivirri, the culture hero of the Tjungundji & Ged'a Oiyandai
Nose & ear piercing.
Vol 4, p. 9-12
Article on nose & ear piercing in the Torres Strait
Article on nose & ear piercing in the Torres Strait
Other forms of deformation.
Vol 4, p. 12
Information on circumcision amongst the Meriam
Information on circumcision amongst the Meriam
Permanent decoration of the skin.
Vol 4, p. 13-15
Information on body decoration
Information on body decoration
Rites & ritual objects connected with dugong & turtle hunting.
Vol 1, p. 351-354
Information on rites & ritual objects connected with dugong & turtle hunting in the Torres Strait
Information on rites & ritual objects connected with dugong & turtle hunting in the Torres Strait
Sacred areas.
Vol 1, p. 354-356
Information on sacred sites & ceremonies in the Torres Strait
Information on sacred sites & ceremonies in the Torres Strait
The Saw-fish dance.
Vol 5, p. 342-343
Account of a performance of the saw-fish dance in November 1888 by Mabuiag & Naghir Islanders on Thursday Island
Account of a performance of the saw-fish dance in November 1888 by Mabuiag & Naghir Islanders on Thursday Island
Scarification on the face.
Vol 4, p. 15-16
Information on body decoration on the face
Information on body decoration on the face
Scarifications on the arms.
Vol 4, p. 22-27
Information on body decoration on the arms
Information on body decoration on the arms
Scarifications on the body.
Vol 4, p. 16-22
Information on body decoration on the body
Information on body decoration on the body
Scarifications on the legs.
Vol 4, p. 27-29
Information on body decoration on the legs
Information on body decoration on the legs
Some religious concepts of the Meriam.
Vol 6, p. 241-245
Discusses religious concepts including zogo, Lu babat, Ad & Agud
Discusses religious concepts including zogo, Lu babat, Ad & Agud
Sorcery with a crocodile's tooth.
Vol 5, p. 326
Use of a crocodile's tooth to commit sorcery
Use of a crocodile's tooth to commit sorcery
Stones of power.
Vol 1, p. 356-368
Information on power stones, zogo & ritual & revered images & objects in the Torres Strait. The power stones include those carved to represent animals or heads of animals, human form or face, memorial stones, spirit stones of augud, stones connected with gardens, stones to control animal life, stones associated with the sky & images carved in wood
Information on power stones, zogo & ritual & revered images & objects in the Torres Strait. The power stones include those carved to represent animals or heads of animals, human form or face, memorial stones, spirit stones of augud, stones connected with gardens, stones to control animal life, stones associated with the sky & images carved in wood
Supernatural beings.
Vol 5, p. 353-367
Information on supernatural beings in the Western Torres Strait. Sections include; Giants & tailed-man; Dogai; Transformation; Spirits & the future state; Story of the boy who was spirited away; Muri (These are spirits associated with waterspouts); Omens; Dreams; Divination; Austerities & purification; Sacred stones & carved images; Totemism; Ancestor worship; The Kwod in Religion
Information on supernatural beings in the Western Torres Strait. Sections include; Giants & tailed-man; Dogai; Transformation; Spirits & the future state; Story of the boy who was spirited away; Muri (These are spirits associated with waterspouts); Omens; Dreams; Divination; Austerities & purification; Sacred stones & carved images; Totemism; Ancestor worship; The Kwod in Religion
Sympathetic magic connected with human beings.
Vol 5, p. 327
Information on sorcery practices
Information on sorcery practices
Temporary decoration of the skin.
Vol 4, p. 29-30
Information on the temporary decoration of the skin
Information on the temporary decoration of the skin
Totemism.
Vol 5, p.153-193
Detailed account of Totemism in the Western Torres Strait. Lists the totems for Mabuiag, Badu, Moa, Muralug, Nagir, Tutu, Yam & Saibai. Includes a systemic list of all totems known from the western Torres Strait on p. 157. Other sections include representations of the totems; social aspects of totemism; Clans of the western Islands. For Mabuiag the clans were Dangal, Kaigas, Kodal, Sam, Surlal, Tabu & Umai. Badu were Tapimil, Kodal, Tabu, Dangal & Sam. Saibai were Kodal, Sam, Daubau, Umai & Tabu. In Yam the clans were Kodal, Kursi, Umai, Waru & Tabu. There is a Ger clan on Warraber. There is a section looking at the dual grouping of clans that formerly occurred on Mabuiag, Tutu, Yam, Muralug, Saibai & Mabuiag. Also analyses the marriages between various clans. Part 6 deals with subsidiary totems. The magical & religious aspects of totemism are discussed including the symbolic magic associated with the dugong & turtle as well as totem taboos. Concludes with the Ari of the Yaraikanna Tribe of Cape York
Detailed account of Totemism in the Western Torres Strait. Lists the totems for Mabuiag, Badu, Moa, Muralug, Nagir, Tutu, Yam & Saibai. Includes a systemic list of all totems known from the western Torres Strait on p. 157. Other sections include representations of the totems; social aspects of totemism; Clans of the western Islands. For Mabuiag the clans were Dangal, Kaigas, Kodal, Sam, Surlal, Tabu & Umai. Badu were Tapimil, Kodal, Tabu, Dangal & Sam. Saibai were Kodal, Sam, Daubau, Umai & Tabu. In Yam the clans were Kodal, Kursi, Umai, Waru & Tabu. There is a Ger clan on Warraber. There is a section looking at the dual grouping of clans that formerly occurred on Mabuiag, Tutu, Yam, Muralug, Saibai & Mabuiag. Also analyses the marriages between various clans. Part 6 deals with subsidiary totems. The magical & religious aspects of totemism are discussed including the symbolic magic associated with the dugong & turtle as well as totem taboos. Concludes with the Ari of the Yaraikanna Tribe of Cape York
Ubarau zogo.
Vol 5, p. 347-348
Information on the Ubarau zogo on Yam Island. It was a small stone figure & was a shrine to the wongai fruit
Information on the Ubarau zogo on Yam Island. It was a small stone figure & was a shrine to the wongai fruit
Warfare.
Vol 5, p. 298-307
Article on warfare in the Torres Strait & preparation for War. Includes war preparation rituals, war dances, preparation of heads for Augudalkula & Kwikwi-iut & Kwod
Article on warfare in the Torres Strait & preparation for War. Includes war preparation rituals, war dances, preparation of heads for Augudalkula & Kwikwi-iut & Kwod
Women's puberty customs.
Vol 5, p. 201-207
Account of puberty customs on Saibai, Mabuiag & Yam Islands & beliefs & customs concerning catamenis (menstruation). Also looks at puberty rituals on Cape York among the Yaraikanna, Uiyumkwi & Otati tribes
Account of puberty customs on Saibai, Mabuiag & Yam Islands & beliefs & customs concerning catamenis (menstruation). Also looks at puberty rituals on Cape York among the Yaraikanna, Uiyumkwi & Otati tribes
Birth & childhood customs.
Vol 5, p. 194-200
Information on birth & childhood customs. Pregnancy custom in Saibai, food taboos for women, treatment of the afterbirth at Saibai, Yam & Mabuiag. Limitation of children (sterility & infanticide), twins (one of the twins is usually killed), customs after childbirth & the treatment of children
Information on birth & childhood customs. Pregnancy custom in Saibai, food taboos for women, treatment of the afterbirth at Saibai, Yam & Mabuiag. Limitation of children (sterility & infanticide), twins (one of the twins is usually killed), customs after childbirth & the treatment of children
Children
Birth & childhood customs & limitation of children.
Vol 6, p. 105-111
Information on pregnancy customs, food taboos on pregnant women, child-birth, limitation of children, foeticide (abortion), infanticide, the killing of one child when twins are born, customs after child-birth & puberty customs & beliefs
Information on pregnancy customs, food taboos on pregnant women, child-birth, limitation of children, foeticide (abortion), infanticide, the killing of one child when twins are born, customs after child-birth & puberty customs & beliefs
The ethnography of the various Islands: Nagir.
Vol 1, p. 68-71
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Naghir Island. Describes death ceremonies, sacred sites & the practice of infanticide as well as the Sperwer massacre in 1870
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Naghir Island. Describes death ceremonies, sacred sites & the practice of infanticide as well as the Sperwer massacre in 1870
Murray Islands: Domestic life.
Vol 1, p. 106-117
Information on childbirth, childhood, initiation of boys, female puberty, love charms, contraception, adoption, illegitimate children, aliments & diseases & their cure on Murray Island in the late 19th century. Has a table of births & deaths for 1892-1899 with a discussion about rates of death & causes
Information on childbirth, childhood, initiation of boys, female puberty, love charms, contraception, adoption, illegitimate children, aliments & diseases & their cure on Murray Island in the late 19th century. Has a table of births & deaths for 1892-1899 with a discussion about rates of death & causes
Games & toys.
Vol 4, p. 312-341
Information on games & toys in traditional Torres Strait Society. Includes games of movement that develop & exercise bodily powers, games of dexterity & skill, games of emulation, Games of imitation, games of divination, various toys, string figures & tricks,
Information on games & toys in traditional Torres Strait Society. Includes games of movement that develop & exercise bodily powers, games of dexterity & skill, games of emulation, Games of imitation, games of divination, various toys, string figures & tricks,
Childrens' toys
Murray Islands: Various socialising customs.
Vol 1, p. 176-183
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Clothing.
Vol 1, p. 297-298
Article on clothing in the Torres Strait
Article on clothing in the Torres Strait
Clothing
Clothing.
Vol 4, p. 59-62
Information on the use of clothing in traditional Torres Strait society
Information on the use of clothing in traditional Torres Strait society
Weapons & objects employed in warfare.
Vol 4, p. 172-204
Detailed information on weapons used in the Torres Strait including arrows, clubs, spears, beheading knife & head-carrier as well as decoration used for warfare
Detailed information on weapons used in the Torres Strait including arrows, clubs, spears, beheading knife & head-carrier as well as decoration used for warfare
Clubs
The ethnography of the various Islands: Paremar.
Vol 1, p. 87
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Coconut Island
Account of various rituals, ceremonies & stories relating to the inhabitants of Coconut Island
Coconut Island
Missionary enterprise.
Vol 1, p. 15-18
Account of Missionary activity in the Torres Strait in the 19th & early 20th century. Includes detailed information on Papuan Industries Ltd
Account of Missionary activity in the Torres Strait in the 19th & early 20th century. Includes detailed information on Papuan Industries Ltd
Coming of the Light
Greetings, salutations & various social customs.
Vol 4, p. 306-311
Information on greetings, salutations, serenading parties, fanning games & exchange of food in traditional Torres Strait Society
Information on greetings, salutations, serenading parties, fanning games & exchange of food in traditional Torres Strait Society
Communication
Domestic utensils, tools & food.
Vol 1, p. 301-303
Information on utensils, tools, food & cooking in the Torres Strait
Information on utensils, tools, food & cooking in the Torres Strait
Cooking
Food & its preparation & narcotics.
Vol 4, p. 130-143
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagy, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Information on cooking in the Torres Strait including the preparation of food, fruits, stems, tubers & roots, animal food, anthropophagy, food restrictions, liquids & the use of tobacco
Murray Islands: Various socialising customs.
Vol 1, p. 176-183
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Information on songs, games, & cooking & feasting practices & ceremonies including Rob Wed, Wetpur & kaketut on Murray island. Also discusses messengers & message sticks, called tom & trade between Murray island & the peoples from the Fly River Estuary in Papua New Guinea
Morals.
Vol 5, p. 272-279
Information on morals in the Western Torres Strait & the sanctions for not living up to them. Sections include; Domestic morality; Sexual morality & incest; Commercial morality; Crime; Revenge; Homicide & the treatment of strangers
Information on morals in the Western Torres Strait & the sanctions for not living up to them. Sections include; Domestic morality; Sexual morality & incest; Commercial morality; Crime; Revenge; Homicide & the treatment of strangers
Crime & Criminology
Social organisation.
Vol 6, p. 169-184
Information on social organisation on Murray Island. Describes the grouping of villages on Mer, Dauar & Waier & the kinship processes; Adoption; Law & government; Crime; Civil suits which are mainly concerned with property disputes.
Information on social organisation on Murray Island. Describes the grouping of villages on Mer, Dauar & Waier & the kinship processes; Adoption; Law & government; Crime; Civil suits which are mainly concerned with property disputes.
Trade.
Vol 6, p. 185-188
Details of trade & bartering including information on canoe traffic & purchase & the bartering of goods with foreigners in the 19th century & the influence this has had
Details of trade & bartering including information on canoe traffic & purchase & the bartering of goods with foreigners in the 19th century & the influence this has had
Cultural influences
The cult of Bomai & Malu.
Vol 6, p. 281-313
Detailed account of the Bomai-Malo religion on Murray Island. Includes, The origin & nature of the ceremonies; The places & times of the ceremonies; the participants; ritual decoration & ritual objects; Ritual songs & sentences; The ceremony at Dam; The ceremonies at Gazir & Kiam; The ceremony at Las; The instruction of the Kesi; Mague (a spiritual personality involved in initiation ceremonies); Funeral ceremonies
Detailed account of the Bomai-Malo religion on Murray Island. Includes, The origin & nature of the ceremonies; The places & times of the ceremonies; the participants; ritual decoration & ritual objects; Ritual songs & sentences; The ceremony at Dam; The ceremonies at Gazir & Kiam; The ceremony at Las; The instruction of the Kesi; Mague (a spiritual personality involved in initiation ceremonies); Funeral ceremonies
