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

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Record #35 from Dorchester County Circuit Court, Chattel Records, 1847-1860

County Dorchester
Volume 776
Page Number 38
Buyer or Manumitted Person William Davidson
Seller or Owner James W. Davidson
Transaction Type Mortgage Bill of Sale
Date 13 Dec 1847
Transaction Abstract James W. Davidson owes William Davidson $600 and assigns Negro man Henry, between 21-23 yo. livestock and other property as mortgage. To be paid on or before 13 Dec 1852.

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