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

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Record #1334 from Wills from Sussex County, Delaware, 1751-1883

State Delaware
County Sussex
Liber: Folio B2:543
Date (Signed) 2/28/1775
Date (Probate) 3/15/1775
Deceased William Vaughn, joiner
Heirs Betty Vaughn - wife
Abstract the use of Negro boy Saul until my son William comes to age and then Saul to William. Also the use of Negro girl Phebe for her lifetime. Also Negro woman Lacey. That my wife should have use of all legacies until children come to age.

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