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

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Record #1698 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Worcester
Liber JCH 1
Folio 156
Seller Derickson, James
Buyer Massey, Purnell
Slave girl Hetty
Additional Information (price, other items) Derickson took Massey from bill of sale dated 7 Jul 1832 to secure payment of $189 for Hetty, livestock & household goods. Now Massey gives Derickson full possession.
Year 1834
Date 16 Aug 1834
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer No

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