The Wrecking Of The Maine - song lyrics 
American Old-time song lyrics from www.traditionalmusic.co.uk 
The Wrecking of the Maine. Words by O E McKenzie. 
When the Maine was blown to atoms It almost took our breath, To learn that the noble crew Had met a shocking death; And we sympathized in sorrow With the mothers and the wives Of the gallant men who, by treachery, Had lost their precious lives. 
Chorus. Now, boys, you know what you're to do; Get ready for the strife. And for the Spaniards' cruelty, We'll make It life for life. 
But our President and Hanna Do not want to have a war, For fear their friends in Lombard Street On them would get too sore; But there are Americans, Who are going to show to Spain, That blood alone can pay the debt For blowing up the Maine.-chorus.