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

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Record #134 from Manumissions in Somerset and Worcester County Land Records, 1825-1866

Name (Slaveowner) Sturgis Sr, John
Name (Enslaved person) _Major _George _Alfred _Pleasure _Charlotte _Pleasant
Additional Information $5 frees Major born 1799 to be free when 40 yo, George born May 1821 free when 40 yo, Alfred born March 1825 free when 40 yo, Pleasure born 1793 free when 40 yo, Charlotte born 1823 free when 40 yo, Pleasant born May 1811 free when 40 yo, if women have issue they will be free at 40
Document Date 1832 Sep 14
County Worcester
Liber AY
Folio 333

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