“Boardman River Song”

Description

Singer tells of his work, skills and history on the Boardman River (and many others), saying he will never waste his money on drink, but will save it for his old age.

Notes

According to Beck, the "Manistee River Song" is alleged to have been composed by Ole Nelson in 1880. However, he notes that this very similar song was being sung along the Boardman River in the 1880s. - PJS

And, similarly, note "The Kipawa Stream." Chances are that there is some ancestral pierce (we can hardly tell which) which various singers localized.

Cross references

References

  1. Beck 27, "Boardman River Song" (1 text)
  2. Roud #8857
  3. BI, Be027

About

Alternate titles: “Jolly Pinewoods Boys”
Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1941 (Beck)
Found in: US(MW)