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

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Record #293 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 45
Buyer or Manumitted Person John D. Parker
Seller or Owner Anthony Thompson
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 8 Apr 1853
Transaction Abstract $450 paid by John D. Parker to Anthony C. Thompson of Caroline County, Md for Negroes: George Brown 9 yo in August 1852, who is owned for term of years, to serve until 30 yo being 21 years from 1 Jan 1853 and girl Charlotte Brown 7 yo in August 1852, owned for term of years, to serve until 30 yo being 23 years from 1 Jan 1853. Signed 8 Apr 1853.

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