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Document. Itemized estate sale bill, Thomas Willis, 1862 Janurary 22

 File — Box: 1, Folder: 17
Identifier: MSN/EA 0200-17
Scope and Contents

Page 8 of this bill lists 22 slaves purchased at the sale of the estate of Thomas Willis of Madison County, Kentucky. Information includes the name of the buyer, the name of the bondsman, and price. Prices for individuals range from $1 to $555. The slaves' names are Anthony, Louan (with one child), Mourning, Thomas, Matthew, Emaline, John, George, Harrison, William, Permela (with one child), Mary (with one child), Robert, Taylor, Sarah (with one child), Church, Bettie, and Polina Jane.

Dates: 1862 Janurary 22