Poet and lyricist (1837–1907) who put forth one of the more plausible claims to authorship of the song ‘Dixie.’ AQS on an off-white 4.5 x 6 sheet, dated June 13, 1898. Hays respoinds to a woman’s inquiry about ‘Dixie,’ penning the first verse and chorus of the song. Song begins: “Dixie lan’ am de lan’ of cotton / Cinnamon seed and Sandy bottom, / Away, away, we gwine down to Dixie…We gwine down to Dixie, away, away / We gwine down to Dixie lain.” Signed at the conclusion, “William S. Hays.” Matted and framed with a portrait of Hays to an overall size of 13 x 17. In fine condition. RR Auction COA.
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