Thanks to all you expert Mudcat searchers. Naemanson, you might share what has been found on the thread with your Dad re: his hobby. Charles, the song you found was very much to the point & added the love connection of the time period. Thank you. And Nancy I appreciate both the resources & the words found on a whale's tooth. Someone asked if I would be singing songs. So far, the only song I know related to whales is a very moving one against the hunting of whales. Appreciation to all even if I forgot to include your name.