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

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Record #532 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 343
Buyer or Manumitted Person Thomas Janes
Seller or Owner George W. Janes
Transaction Type Receipt
Date 18 May 1858
Transaction Abstract Rec'd October 4 1855 of Thomas Janes of William the sum of $175 for Negro boy John, slave for life, of a dark color.

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