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

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Record #974 from Slave Sales in Somerset and Worcester County land records, 1825-1864

County Somerset
Liber LW 4
Folio 523
Seller Dryden, Sarah
Buyer Miles, Henry
Slave George 10 yo son of negro woman Sarah
Additional Information (price, other items) George now property of Priscilla Maddux for 20 years from today & to be surrendered to Sarah Dryden at end of 20 years. Henry Miles to satisfy mortgage held by Littleton Dryden plus $233.
Year 1856
Date 9 Jul 1856
Sold out of state or to possible slave dealer No

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