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School: Lios Dubh (C.)

Location:
Lisduff, Co. Mayo
Teacher:
Áine, Bean Uí Chuinn
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The Schools’ Collection, Volume 0119, Page 383

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  1. I am a Stranger in this Country

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    I am a stranger in this country
    From America I came
    There is a few here that knows me
    Or can tell my name.
    It is here in this country
    I mean to tarry a while
    And its for my own darling
    I have wandered many a mile
    II
    Some people say I am foolish
    More say I am wise
    Some more say I am guilty
    Of a great many crimes
    If you come along with me
    Like a lady in America
    My bride you shall be
    III
    If i were to go along with you
    And leave my parents behind
    (continues on next page)
    Transcribed by a member of our volunteer transcription project.
    History Edit
    Language
    English
    Collector
    Mai Flatley
    Gender
    Female
    Address
    Treankeel, Co. Mayo