| Page | 74 |
|---|---|
| Name of Enslaver | R. S. Costin |
| Document type | Deed of Manumission / Release of Service |
| Abstract Information about the Enslaved Person/People | Whereas my slave Daniel Purnell has enlisted in Service of United States, in consideration thereof, I do hereby in consideration of said enlistment, manumit & release Daniel Purnell from all Service due me; freedom to commence from 29 Oct 1863, date of enlistment as aforesaid in 10th Regiment of Colored Troops in Service of United States. Signed [Robert] R.S. Costin 22 Aug 1865. U.S. Rev. Stamps $.05 0 Canceled |
| Date | 21 Aug 1865 |
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