Thanks, LadyJean- that's just the answer I was looking for.Fascinating to hear of your family's connection with the UR.

Azizi one extract was from 'I'm on my Way to Canada'-
The hounds are baying on my track, Old master comes behind,
Resolved that he will bring me back, Before I cross the line;
I'm now embarked for yonder shore, There a man's a man by law;
The iron horse will bear me o'er, To shake the lion's paw.

The meaning seemed obvious, but it's good to have confirmation.
Good old Mudcat; how I've missed it the last few days!