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

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Record #1000 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 67
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 5/31/1844
Name Shadrach Thomas
Height 5' 3 3/4"
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors large scar on right swide of belly
Freedom Information and Age Born free; raised in DO Cty; son of Negro Hannah who was manumitted by Dennis Lane. Age abt 31 yrs, granted on information of William Jones.

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