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

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Record #373 from Wills from Sussex County, Delaware, 1751-1883

State Delaware
County Sussex
Liber: Folio D4:161
Date (Signed) 2/24/1786
Date (Probate) 11/26/1787/9 ?
Deceased William Laws
Heirs William Laws - son
Abstract Negro woman named Tamar "but to be free at my death". Also Negro girl named Easter who is 9 years old. Also Negro boy named Peter who is 5 years old. Also Negro girl Merear who is 5 years old. "The three last mentioned Negroes to be free and enjoy their full Liberty at twenty-one years of age."

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