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

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Record #289 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 39
Buyer or Manumitted Person William Leonard
Seller or Owner Thomas Jones of William
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 8 Feb 1853
Transaction Abstract $275 paid by William Leonard to Thomas Jones of Wm. For Negro woman Salisty 24 yo. She is to serve 12 years from date of bill of sale and then to be free. Signed 24 Jan 1853.

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