According to my records (and cassettes!) this song dates back to the 1850's. I see (and hear) before me a version by the Case Brothers which is a tribute to the 1951 version by Flatt and Scruggs. I might add this has been a favorite at my home for many years, from what I gather the original F/S recording featured E. Lily. Need lyrics or just an echo of mutual appreciation? Either way, I have 'em and dig 'em too. American sentimental panache at its very best, ya know?