Thanks, that's it! Spelling out 'Mister' also gives this thread with mention of a Michigan tradition (no lyrics.)

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But I just don't seem to know how to hold my mouth right to search for "Oh Mr. Captain"!!!

To close this thread:

Subject: Lyr Add: MISTER CAPTAIN, STOP THE SHIP
From: Jim Dixon
Date: 10 Jan 12 - 01:24 AM

From www.traditionalmusic.co.uk:

(aka: "I'll Never Reach New York" and no mention of the PA fellow.)