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

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Record #145 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 241
Buyer or Manumitted Person Rose Ann Barnett
Seller or Owner Harrison D. Barnett
Transaction Type Bill of Sale
Date 25 Mar 1850
Transaction Abstract $1 and for love & affection Harrison Barnett has for his wife Rose Ann Barnett for the following Negroes: Negro woman Silva 19 yo, & Negro girl Lavinia 15 yo; both slaves for life. Also includes livestock & household goods & crops. Signed 20 Mar 1850.

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