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

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Record #142 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 238
Buyer or Manumitted Person William James B. Thompson
Seller or Owner James Thompson, executor of William James B. Thompson
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 11 Mar 1850
Transaction Abstract $350 paid by William James B. Thompson to James Thompson, executor of William J. Howard, deceased for Negro man Joshua, a servant until end of the year 1867; at which time he will be entitled to his freedom under the will of Jacob Howard. Signed 27 Jan 1850.

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