“Bad Tom Smith”
Description
"I am passing through the valley here in peace (x2), O when I am dead and buried in the cold and silent tomb, I don't want you to grieve after me." "I am leaving all my friends here in peace... I don't want you to grieve after me."
Notes
Reported to be the last "goodnight" of Tom Smith, but obviously based on "Don't You Grieve After Me." - RBW
Historical references
- June 28, 1895 - Hanging of "Bad" Tom Smith in Jackson, Kentucky for the murder of Dr. John E. Rader
References
- Combs/Wilgus 162, p. 187, "Bad Tom Smith" (1 text)
- Roud #4300
- BI, CW187