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

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Record #522 from Wills from Sussex County, Delaware, 1751-1883

State Delaware
County Sussex
Liber: Folio L11:196
Date (Signed) 8/7/1853
Date (Probate) 12/14/1854
Deceased William F. Vessels, farmer
Heirs Charlotte Vessels - wife
Abstract to have Negro girl Elizabeth to serve her until she arrives at the age of 28 and then to be free

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