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

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Record #1838 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Worcester
Liber WET 2
Folio 45
Seller Nelson, Elijah
Buyer Parker, Benjamin & William T. West
Slave
Additional Information (price, other items) George W. Melson $450
Year
Date 14 Jan 1859
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer

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