| Petitioner | Citizens |
|---|---|
| Date | 1852-02-18 |
| Locality | Accomack County |
| Type | Petition |
| Description | Asks that the free negroes be permitted to remain in the county, and be compelled to hire themselves out under the supervision of commissioners appointed. |
| Box | 2 |
| Folder | 51 |
| Film | 2 |
| Not Filmed | – |
| Note | – |
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