“The Newfoundland Disaster (II)”
Author: apparently George Humbey
Earliest date: 1914 (Harbour Grace Standard)
Description
"Come all ye sons of Newfoundland And shed a tear or two While I relate the hardships great Befell this steamship's crew." The Newfoundland is trapped by a gale, and "nearly 80" men are killed. Listeners are asked to mourn the heroes
Cross references
- cf. "The Newfoundland Disaster (I)" (subject)
- cf. Pat Maher, "The Story of the Sealing Vessel, The Newfoundland" (on NFMLeach)
- cf. "In Memorial of 77 Brave Newfoundland Sealers" (subject)
References
- Ryan/Small, p. 96, "The Newfoundland Disaster (2)" (1 text)
- BI, RySm096
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