My Mother Was A Lady

Two drummers they were seated in
A grand hotel one day
While dining they were chatting in
A sort of joking way
There came a pretty waitress to
Bring a tray of food
They spoke to her familiarly in
A manner sort of rude

At first she did not notice
Nor make the least reply
When somethin' that was said to her
Brought teardrops to her eyes
She turned on her tormentors
Her cheeks were flamin' red
Approaching as a picture these are
The words she said

My Mother was a lady and yours, I would allow
You may have a sister
Who needs protection now
I've come to this great city
To find my brother dear
You would not dare insult me, sir
If brother Jack were here
The two sat there in silence
Their heads hung low in shame
Forgive us, miss, we meant no harm
Pray tell us what is your name
She told him and he cried aloud
I know your brother too
We've been friends for many
Many years and he ofttimes speaks of you

Come go with me when I go
Back and if you'll only wed
I'll take you to him as my bride
I've loved you since you said
My Mother was a lady and yours, I would allow
You may have a sister
Who needs protection now
I've come to this great city
To find my brother dear
You would not dare insult me, sir
If brother Jack were here