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

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Record #183 from Abstracts of Worcester Orphans Court Proceedings, 1848-1851

Familysearch PDF Page Number 220
Original Liber Page Number 398
Date 18 Nov 1851
Type of Proceeding Indenture - apprenticeship
Name and Freedom Status Thomas H. T. Bishop [free]
Abstract Thomas H. T. Bishop, Negro boy 5 yo on 1 September last past, comes into Court & it being represented that he is not at service, learning a trade, or in service to his parents; he is without means sufficient for his maintenance. He is bound by Court to Teagle Townsend until 21 yo to learn trade of farmer. He is to be supplied with suitable clothing & maintenance during apprenticeship & when free to receive $15.

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