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

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Record #337 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 97
Buyer or Manumitted Person William O. Cooper
Seller or Owner Moses A. Bright, free Negro
Transaction Type Mortgage Bill of Sale
Date 26 Feb 1854
Transaction Abstract Indenture made 22 Feb 1854 whereas Moses A. Bright is indebted to William O Cooper $300, to secure the debt, Bright sells unto Cooper his household furnishings & livestock. If Bright pays debt on or before 25 Dec 1855 then this is void. Signed 22 Feb 1854.

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