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

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Record #925 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Somerset
Liber LW 3
Folio 457
Seller Taylor, John W.
Buyer Handy, John
Slave negro woman Leah Tilghman
Additional Information (price, other items) $175; Handy free negro;
Year 1853
Date 29 Dec 1853
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer No

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