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

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Record #128 from Abstracts of Worcester Orphans Court Proceedings, 1848-1851

Familysearch PDF Page Number 151
Original Liber Page Number 263
Date ca 18 Dec 1850
Type of Proceeding Order
Name and Freedom Status John [enslaved]
Abstract Ordered that Robert W. Williams, executor of George Graham, make sale of whole of deceased's personal estate (except Negro John) at public auction after giving 10 days notice previous of sale. Executor to make sale of term of service of Negro John at private sale provided he can dispose of him for a sum not less than the appraised value.

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