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

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Record #140 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 236
Buyer or Manumitted Person Joann Howard
Seller or Owner James Thompson, executor of William J. Howard, deceased
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 8 Mar 1850
Transaction Abstract $575 paid to James Thompson, executor of William J. Howard by Joann Howard for the following Negroes: Mary Ann to serve until end of 1871 & man Josiah or little Jo to serve until end of year 1864 at which time he will be entitled to his freedom under the will of Jacob Howard.

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