“The Pitman's Happy Times”

Description

"When aw wes yung, maw collier lads, Ne man cud happier be; For wages was like sma' coals then, An' cheps cud raise a spree." The singer recalls all afford in his youth, and notes in sad amazement all the changes since -- e.g. that all children can read

Notes

Never thought I'd see a coal miner reminiscing about the good old days.... - RBW

References

1. Stokoe/Reay, pp. 167-169, "The Pitman's Happy Times" (1 text, 1 tune)
2. Roud #3172
3. BI, StoR167