| Familysearch PDF Page Number | 159 |
|---|---|
| Original Liber Page Number | 276 |
| Date | 9 Jan 1851 |
| Type of Proceeding | Indenture - apprenticeship |
| Name and Freedom Status | John Wesley Purnell [free] |
| Abstract | John Wesley Purnell, Negro, 9 yo on 6 April next, son of Joshua & Jane Purnell of indigent circumstances & with their approbation, is bound as apprentice to James Duncan, until 6 Apr 1862 when he is 21 yo, to learn the art of farming. He is to receive sufficient meat, drink, clothing, & lodging during apprenticeship & at end of term to receive 2 suits of wearing apparel - 1 suitable for Sundays & the other for working days. Includes notation of agreement from parents. |
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