“The Clonmel Flood”
Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1965 (OLochlainn-More)
Found in: Ireland
Description
Sprong, loaded with Indian ale, is caught in a heavy storm in the river Suir, grounds in Duckett Street, and floats in Church Lane. They dump ballast, including Kitty Conroy's pig. They anchor at Hearn's Hotel. The lifeboat crew bring whiskey and stout
Notes
Clonmel, South Tipperary, is on the river Suir. - BS
Cross references
- cf. "The E-ri-e" (theme) and references there
References
- OLochlainn-More 17B, "The Clonmel Flood" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #9776
- BI, OLcM017B
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