Camel Send Out The Slates Lyrics

Send Out The Slates Lyrics

I work for the Union Pike, 
out on the Western Line. 
I found Uncle Sean in Denver, 
and he and his wife are fine. 
They send their best, 
and like the rest - 
they send home the lsates. 
 
It took six months from the Cobh, 
another six by land, 
but the pay is good, 
and as I should 
I`ll send home the slates. 
 
 
Back on your feet 
now lads, 
Our time for writing home has passed. 
Six miles to spike today, 
that`s what we need. 
So fast lads 
we must advance, 
Work to the Gandy dance. 
Six days to double pay, 
that`s our reward - 
But not `til the line goes down. 
 
I`ll not send empty letters, 
I know you need the rent. 
Dad, you deserve a new pair of boots, 
I know it`s money well spent. 
So kind regards, 
I`ll work hard - 
to send home the slates. 
 
PS. Dear Ma, 
I send my picture. 
Don`t let the family forget me..