| Page | 70 |
|---|---|
| Name of Enslaver | George W. Dunton |
| Document type | Deed of Manumission / Release of Service |
| Abstract Information about the Enslaved Person/People | Whereas my slave Levin Upshur has enlisted in Service of United State, George W. Dunton, in consideration of said enlistment I manumit & set free Levin Upshur from all service due me; to commence from xxx, the date of his enlistment in 9th Regiment of Colored Troops in Service of United States. U. S. Rev. Stamp $5.00. Cancelled. Signed by George W. Dunton. |
| Date | 14 Sept 1865 |
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