Edward H. Nabb Research Center for Delmarva History & Culture Enduring Connections: Exploring Delmarva's Black History

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Record #882 from Wills from Dorchester, Somerset, Worcester & Wicomico Counties of Maryland, 1783-1919

County Worcester
Folio Number MH27:457
Probate Date 1 Apr 1831
Name of Deceased Gertrude R. Purnell
Heirs Mary King Purnell - sister
Black Individuals Mentioned in Will All my black people to serve the following term of years: John for 10 years, Lindy for 12 years, Sapho for 12 years, Rachel for 18 years, and Julia for 21 years. (will written 9 Feb 1831)

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