“The New Chum Chinaman”

Description

Irishman Pat McCann, newly arrived in Australia and unable to find work, sees the Chinese working (even if at horrible jobs). He decides to turn himself into "Ah Pat," Chinese immigrant. He describes the steps he will use to take on the part

References

  1. Fahey-Eureka, pp. 102-104, "The New Chum Chinaman" (1 text, 1 tune)
  2. Paterson/Fahey/Seal, pp. 134-138, New Chum Chinaman"" (1 text)
  3. BI, FaE102

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1966 (collected by Ron Edwards from Mrs. V.Leonard)
Found in: Australia