THE GUM TREE CANOE

The lyrics were penned by Silas S. Steele and the music was composed by Anthony F. Winnemore. It was published in 1847 by George F. Reed of Boston. Silas Steele was a popular performer and song writer for over twenty-five years. Some of his more popular tunes include “Rose of Alabama“, “Dandy Jim of Caroline“, “Walk Jaw Bone“, and “Kiss Me Quick and Go“.