“Thimble Buried His Wife at Night”

Description

Thimble's scolding wife dies; preparations are made for her burial. Thimble regrets that her diamond ring must stay on her finger. When an attempt is made to remove it, the dead woman walks to protect it. Thimble refuses any dealings with her

References

  1. BrownII 205, "Thimble Buried His Wife at Night" (1 fragment)
  2. Roud #6494
  3. BI, BrII205

About

Author: unknown
Earliest date: 1938 (Brown)
Found in: US(SE)