| County | Somerset |
|---|---|
| Folio Number | JP4:112 |
| Probate Date | 3/21/1826 |
| Name of Deceased | Elizabeth Newcomb |
| Heirs | Negroes: Susan, John, Mary Ann, William and Robert - children of Maria |
| Black Individuals Mentioned in Will | Susan to have her freedom at age 21 and in meantime to be in the possession of my relation Sarah Maddux, wife of Lazazrus Maddux. John to have his freedom at age 23 and his service in the mean time to be w/the aforesaid Sarah Maddux. Mary Ann to have her freedom at the age of 21 and in the mean time to be in the service of Kitty Hall Maddux. William and Robert to have their freedom at the age of 23 and their service in the mean time to be w/ their mother Maria. |
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