“Old Stumper”
Description
Leo B MacCormack and his brother Archie agree to dig Uncle Stones's well in exchange for "skin and bones" nag Stumper. When title is questioned Stumper asks "did you get a clear receipt?" At the trial title is settled in MacCormack's favor.
Notes
The song dates delivery of the summons March 17, 1892. - BS
References
- Dibblee/Dibblee, pp. 17-18, "Old Stumper" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #12481
- BI, Dib017