Record #3851 from Wills from Dorchester, Somerset, Worcester & Wicomico Counties of Maryland, 1783-1919 - Enduring Connections

County	Dorchester
Folio Number	THH 1:82
Probate Date	9/6/1852 will written 7/5/1848
Name of Deceased	John Crawford
Heirs	Sarah Jones - daughter
Black Individuals Mentioned in Will	to have Negro girl Rachel to serve her until she arrives at the age of 31 and then to be free

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