| County | Kent |
|---|---|
| Liber:Folio | 8:262 |
| Date of Will (Written) | 3/29/1805 |
| Probate Date | 7/15/1805 |
| Name of Deceased/Testator | Oliver Smith |
| Heirs/Legatee | Negroes George, James, Jonas, Charles, Sarah, Ruth & Hannah |
| Abstract | my negroes to be free: George and James after 7 years (not to be sold out of the county). Jonas to serve 18 years. Charles to serve 21 years, Sarah to serve 12 years. Ruth and Hannah being above the age of manumission I give them freedom at any time after my crop shall be finished provided that they give security to indemnify my estae for their maintenance hereafter. George & James to be hired out but the others to be sold for those terms. |
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