| County | Talbot |
|---|---|
| Liber:Folio | JP5:362 |
| Date of Will (Written) | 4/8/1800 |
| Probate Date | 6/17/1800 |
| Name of Deceased/Testator | Joseph Hopkins |
| Heirs/Legatee | Negro Jem |
| Abstract | to be freed at Christmas 1817 provided he behaves well after the age of 16 & that he be taught to read the new Testament. Should he misbehave the overseer is to have the damages judged & made good by him after his first term is out & to be judged by two magistrates the time he is to serve to make good the damages |
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