| County | Talbot |
|---|---|
| Liber:Folio | JP5:309 |
| Date of Will (Written) | 8/21/1797 |
| Probate Date | 1/22/1799 |
| Name of Deceased/Testator | Jeremiah Banning of St Michaels Parish |
| Heirs/Legatee | Negroes (4 separate entries) |
| Abstract | [long passage stating regret of slavery after contest with Great Britain for liberty including regret about bringing Negroes & their ancestors from Africa] State sthat the people behaved with honesty & faithfully and in his interest earning his gratitude & friendship. Mentions arbitrary law prohibiting the disposal of his property as we please - such as giving freedom to negroes by last will and testament. Hopes that an enlightened period will follow example of northern citizens to to get rid of laws for shooting & cutting off their ears for offences. Lists several Negroes with their dates to be manumitted. See next entry. |
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