| County | Worcester |
|---|---|
| Folio Number | TT8:342 |
| Probate Date | 3 Dec 1861 |
| Name of Deceased | Joseph B. Cox |
| Heirs | Margaret Cox - wife |
| Black Individuals Mentioned in Will | Negro man Albert who is to serve 10 years, boy Bob to serve 10 years, boy Bill to serve for 14 years, boy Julius to serve for 14 years, boy Perry to serve for 18 years, boy Wilson to serve for 18 years, boy Henry to serve for 20 years, girl Leah to serve for 15 years, boy Joe to serve for 20 years, woman Harriett to serve for 5 years. That the slaves shall be free after these years of service and if the laws of this State prohibits their manumissions, then Samuel McMaster (one of executors), if living, shall be the agent to see that they are taken to some free state and if McMaster is not living; the Register of Wills shall appoint an agent. |
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