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 this maid went to the barn; And for to make the Tinkers bed the farmers daughter went; Which pleased the young mans fancy; and furthered his intent.

The Tinker being cunning, he nimbly barred the door; And took the young maid in his arms; and laid her on the floor, He laid her down upon the floor; among the pease straw; And there he got his will of her; before he let her go

The lassie sighed and then she blushed; and wow but she thought shame; Now since you have got your will of me; I pray tell me your name: He softly whispered in her ear; they call me Davie Fa; And if I come this way again; you will mind the pease-straw.

I will give you fifty guineas; to pay the nourice-fee; And you chance to have a son; a double it shall be: And if you ly with me this night; among the pease-straw. My dear youll have the money;