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1. Mary A. Ellison will, 1859

Mary A. Ellison will, 1859
Date:
1860
Description:
This document is the last will and testament of Mary Ellison that discusses the distribution of her finances, estate and personal items. Makes the notation that she leaves her daugher Harriet "my negro slaves" listed as Binah, George, May, Robert, Betsey, Jerry, Sam, Jane, Sukey, Sukie's children, Lizzie, Caroline and Eliza.

3. 1860 Slave Bill of Sale

1860 Slave Bill of Sale
Date:
1860
Description:
A slave bill of sale for enslaved men and women referenced as "Negroes." The bill is divided by estates and includes associated figures in dollars.

4. Slave sale records, 1860

Slave sale records, 1860
Date:
1860
Description:
A record of sale with the title "A Prime Gang of 27 orderly Country-raised Negroes" by Wilbur & Son. Makes notation regarding the sale at a public auction for the following slaves: Sam, Amy, Rodger, Doll, Bella, Moll, Myrcam, Phoebe, Harriet, Mary, Sye, Joe, Flora, Scipio, Daniel, Jane, Emma, High Bob, Thomas and numerous children not referenced by name. Includes associated figures in dollars and the ages and qualifications of each slave.

5. Barnwell Slave Bill of Sale

Barnwell Slave Bill of Sale
Date:
1860
Description:
A slave bill of sale from the executors of the deceased Edward Barnwell's estate for the enslaved men Wet Cato and Billy, referenced as "negro slaves." The reverse side includes all individuals involved in the sale and the date.