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

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Record #1028 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Somerset
Liber LW 5
Folio 574
Seller Dixon, George C.
Buyer Dixon, Thomas J.
Slave John, Handy, Emma
Additional Information (price, other items) love of brother Thomas, negroes held in trust until George Dixon's son Thomas is 21 then ret'd to Thomas; hold Handy until George's son George W is 21 & ret'd to George W, Emma held until his son John Roman is 21 & then ret'd; income derived from negroes to support George Dixon's wife Virginia & children
Year 1858
Date 21 May 1858
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer No

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