4. In this version of the song "South Australia", what is the name of the lady the sailor meets?
From Quiz Port Isaac's Fisherman's Friends
Answer:
Nancy
So far, in all of the versions I am familiar with, if they mention any name, it is Nancy Blair. The lyrics used here are fairly typical of the various versions.
"As I went out one morning fair, (Heave away, haul away,)
Was there I met Miss Nancy Blair. (We're bound for South Australia.)"
Then a little later
"There was but onе thing creased me mind, (Heave away, haul away,)
Must leave Miss Nancy Blair behind. (We're bound for South Australia.)"
Other sets of lyrics I have seen don't name any one. Looking at recordings I have, three are from different Fisherman's Friends albums, the Clancy Brothers, the Pogues, the Dubliners, the Yetties and the Seekers all get a look in.
This would suggest that Nancy has been a busy lady.