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

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Record #146 from Abstracts of Worcester Orphans Court Proceedings, 1848-1851

Familysearch PDF Page Number 174
Original Liber Page Number 307
Date 3 May 1851
Type of Proceeding Indenture - apprenticeship
Name and Freedom Status Hester A. Johnson [free]
Abstract Hester Ann Johnson, free Negro, 6 yo on 10 August next, daughter of Rebecca Johnson, free Negro of indigent circumstances & with her approbation, is bound to Francis Mezick to learn art of handicrafts until 10 Aug 1861 when she will be 16 yo. Hester will be supplied sufficient meat, drink, clothing, & lodging during apprenticeship & when term expires will receive 2 suits of wearing apparel - 1 for Sundays & other for working days. Mother's consent is noted.

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