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

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Record #88 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 152
Buyer or Manumitted Person William G. Horsey of Vienna, Dorchester County, agent of Isaac N. Steele of Baltimore City
Seller or Owner Dr. James W. Henry
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 29 Jan 1849
Transaction Abstract $212.50 paid by William G. Horsey of Caroline County to Isaac Steele for Negro man Joe, slave until 25 Dec 1854. After that Joe is to be free. Signed 22 Jan 1849.

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