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Letter from John Staples to John Drew asking about price and availability of slaves, July 6, 1859

 Item — Folder: 250
Identifier: 4026.1784

Description

John Staples wrote from Memphis, Tennessee. He was looking to buy from 100 to 200 young Negro males and girls if any were available. Folder 250

Dates

  • July 6, 1859

Language of Materials

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Materials in English

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Extent

From the Collection: 1485 item(s)