And ever shall the surges sweep

Above their lonely sepulchre.

From Snatches of Song, by F. B. Doveton.
Wyman and Sons, London, 1880.

The Tay Bridge broke down on December 28, 1879, carrying with it a train which was passing over at the time, and many lives were lost.


Erin-Lieder.

In Erin where the Praties grow

When rents were high and prices low

Ejected Paddies had to go,

Across the ocean rapidly.