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Jon W. Muirshin or Molly Durkin? which came 1st (22) Muirshin or Molly Durkin? which came 1st 27 Sep 01

I've been curious about this song, two versions of which seem to be common. Both are in DT. "Molly" has the protagonist leaving Ireland primarily because of heartbreak, while in "Muirshin" he leaves for less certain reasons, perhaps just boredom. In both he seeks fortune and fame in the gold fields of Californy. Any idea which came first? Or did they diverge so early it's impossible to tell? I have a re-issue of a 1929 recording of "Molly Durkin" if that's any help.

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