fought that day."
Wi' Sir John Forster for their guyde.—P. 158. v. 3.
This gentleman is called, erroneously, in some copies of this ballad, Sir George. He was warden of the mid-marches of England.
Wi' Sir George Henroune of Schipsydehouse.—P. 159. v. 1.
Sir George Heron of Chipchase-house, whose character is contrasted with that of the English warden.
Had Tindaill, Reedsdaill at his hand.—P. 159. v. 2.
These are districts, or dales, on the English border. Hebsrime seems to be an error in the MS. for Hebburn upon the Till.
Five hundred Fennicks in a flock.—P. 159. v. 3.
The Fenwicks; a powerful and numerous Northumberland clan.
Then raise the slogan with ane shout.—P. 161. v. 3.