The Gallows Song

Inspired by research from on-line Old Bailey records

They say Calcraft is new to the job. Only been doing it for two or three years so they say. Used to sell pies to the crowd before that. I hope he’s a quick learner. Just a short dance will do nicely before meeting me maker. I fancies it depends on the crowd if he has a mind to be merciful. Then he’ll join in the dance and swing on me legs. God be…