| Page | 75 |
|---|---|
| Name of Enslaver | R. S. Costin |
| Document type | Deed of Manumission / Release of Service |
| Abstract Information about the Enslaved Person/People | Whereas my slave William Parker alias William Purnell has enlisted in Service of United States, in consideration thereof I [Robert] R.S. Costin, manumit & release William Parker alias William Purnell from all Service due me; his freedom to commence from xxx, the date of his enlistment in the 7th or 9th Regiment of Colored Troops in Service of United States. Signed R. S. Costin 24 Aug 1865. U.S. Rev. Stamps $0.05 - Canceled. |
| Date | 1 Sept 1865 |
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