| County | Worcester |
|---|---|
| Folio Number | LPS1:189 |
| Probate Date | 8 Dec 1840 |
| Name of Deceased | Esau Williams |
| Heirs | Negroes |
| Black Individuals Mentioned in Will | Nephew James Holland receives real estate north east of tract "Mouse Hole" - except for one acre which goes to negro woman Rose & man Merriea for their lifetime. Negroes Merriea, Rose & Job to be free and Henry shall be free in January of 1843 when he will be 25 yo. Pleasant, Harriet & Milly to be free at age 20 yo. Negro boys Joseph, Edmond, William, & Robert be free at 21 yo. |
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