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

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Record #614 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 805
Page Number 486
Buyer or Manumitted Person Jeremiah C. Wright
Seller or Owner Thomas J. Dail, administrator
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 9 Mar 1860
Transaction Abstract $120 paid by Jeremiah C. Wright to Thomas J. Dail, administrator of William Wingate, deceased, for Negro boy Daniel Henry 4 yo on 29 Apr next. When he attains age of 35, he is to be free. He being slave for the term of 35 years from date hereof and no longer. Signed 9 Mar 1860.

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