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Thread #79368 Message #3193266
Posted By: Gibb Sahib
23-Jul-11 - 12:34 AM
Thread Name: Origins: Paddy on the Railway
Subject: RE: Lyr Req: Paddy on the Railway
That's useful info about the tune forms, Lighter.
The earliest reference I have in my notes comes from G.E. Clark, 1867, _Seven Years of a Sailor's Life_. I'm curious to know your 1864 reference, if you'd care to share.