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

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Record #423 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 218
Buyer or Manumitted Person John A. L. Radcliff
Seller or Owner Mary Hurley
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 31 May 1856
Transaction Abstract $2000 paid by John A. L. Radcliff to Mary Hurley for Negroes: Isaac 28 yo, Maria 26 yo, Thomas 6 yo, Harriett 3 yo, Alice 10 mos, & Fanny 10 mos; all slaves for life. Signed 31 May 1856.

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