Jim Randolph- Mitchell (NC) 1918 Sharp MS
[My title. From Sharp MS, Bronson 59, with music.
R. Matteson 2014]
[Jim Randolph]- Sung by Mrs. Effie Mitchell, Burnsville, N,C., September 18, 1918. Sharp MSS., 4592. Sharp's MS, note: "Probably incorrectly remembered, but interesting as it stands." - If the last phrase be sung first also, "The Wagoner's Lad" tune is outlined here.
What did you eat for your supper, Jim Randolph my son,
A cup of cold poison, Mother, fix my bed soon,
For I'm sick at my heart and I think to lie down.