Phil: Have you notified the editors of the Ballad Index at Fresno State that you have found a source of "I Am a Brisk and Sprightly Lad" older than their oldest known source? I know they appreciate getting this kind of information and will update their database accordingly. I have notified them of several sources I have found for various songs, and they always thank me.

If I don't hear from you in a few days, I'll notify them myself, and direct them to this thread.