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

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Record #141 from Certificates of Freedom in Dorchester County, Maryland 1806-1864

County Dorchester
Page 10
Date Manumission Certificate Issued 10/1/1813
Name Negro James
Height 5'
Complexion blackish color
Other Descriptors small scar on left hand
Freedom Information and Age Raised by John A Travers of DO Cty & manumitted by William H. Travers on 7/2/1812. Age abt 30 yrs.

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