| County | Caroline |
|---|---|
| Liber:Folio | WAF A:313 |
| Date of Will (Written) | 4/1/1841 |
| Probate Date | 3/3/1843 |
| Name of Deceased/Testator | Betsy Banning Hicks |
| Heirs/Legatee | Negroes |
| Abstract | Emory, Thomas, Rachel, Mary to be free at testatrix's decease. Mary to have her 3 children Emily Ann, Mary Ellen and Charlotte to take care of them and bring them up until they arrive at such age as by law they may enjoy their freedom. Rachel and Mary each to have a spinning wheel, Emory to have a bed and furniture. Thomas to have $40 paid to him w/out interest. Mary and Rachel each to have her common bed and furniture. |
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