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

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Record #1823 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Somerset
Liber LW 8
Folio 6
Seller Lawson, Nancy and Hance
Buyer Byrd, William
Slave
Additional Information (price, other items) Sarah; sold for 12 yr 7 mos until 22 June 1875 age 15; 2 suits clothing at end, meat, food, lodging
Year
Date 22 Nov 1864
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer

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