| Page | 62 |
|---|---|
| Name of Enslaver | John Simkins |
| Document type | Deed of Emancipation |
| Abstract Information about the Enslaved Person/People | I emancipate the following negroes: jacob (by Trade a shoemaker) & Jessy (a sawyer) on conditon they leave the state of Virginia in 10 days from date hereof, & never more return, should they or either of them return to this State, they or either of them belongs to me or my Heirs. Signed John Simkins 6 Jan 1823. |
| Date | 6 Jan 1823 |
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