| County | Worcester |
|---|---|
| Folio Number | TT8: 124 |
| Probate Date | 5 Jan 1854 |
| Name of Deceased | Henry Long |
| Heirs | County Commissioners of Worcester County |
| Black Individuals Mentioned in Will | $2500 to school fund aroung New Town "that in the future a general system of free schools .....education at public expense of all children whether rich or poor....the interest of said money to be distributed "among such of the poor white & colored people of New Town". Also states that if anyone tries to thwart his wishes to bestow upon the poor of the county, the devises & legatees named shall execute in writing & deliver to his executor authority for them to pay the sums bequeathed. |
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