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

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Record #1131 from Wills from Caroline, Kent, and Talbot Counties of Maryland, 1688-1886

County Talbot
Liber:Folio JP9:53
Date of Will (Written) 9/26/1835
Probate Date 12/11/1835
Name of Deceased/Testator William Mackey
Heirs/Legatee Marey E. Mackey
Abstract to have Negroes Edward, James, Moses, and Levin to serve for the following term of years: Edward to serve 7 yrs from the date. James to serve 14 yrs from the date. Moses to serve 17 yrs from the date of the will. Levin to serve 18 yrs from the date of the will, or all of them can serve longer should they choose in accordance with the laws of manumission for the State of Maryland.

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