Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History & Culture Enduring Connections: Exploring Delmarva's Black History

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Record #251 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 417
Buyer or Manumitted Person George Hart
Seller or Owner Susan Tubman
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 6 May 1852
Transaction Abstract $350 paid by George Hart to Susan Tubman for Negro woman Maria 17 yo of dark chestnut black colour, 5" high with scar on left side & black occasioned by burn from fire; slave for life. Signed 6 May 1852.

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