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

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Record #1038 from Wills from Sussex County, Delaware, 1751-1883

State Delaware
County Sussex
Liber: Folio F6:461
Date (Signed) 4/15/1801
Date (Probate) 7/16/1811
Deceased John B. Frame, Indian River Hundred
Heirs Negro man Peter
Abstract My will is that my Negro man Peter after he has served seven years from my decease shall be emancipated. [executor - his son Stockley Frame]

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