“Corbitt's Barkentine”
Description
On Aug. 30, 1883, the Corbitt begins her voyage. One of the crew moans about being assigned to such a vessel. The captain makes sure she sails with all possible speed. Passing many ships, she reaches the Indies, Boston, and Nova Scotia
Notes
This song is item dD43 in Laws's Appendix II. - RBW
Historical references
- c. 1875-1890 - Career of the fast triangle-trader "George E. Corbitt"
References
- Doerflinger, pp. 189-191, "Corbitt's Barkentine" (1 text, 1 tune)
- Roud #4086
- BI, Doe189