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1835 December 15 . Nelson, Adams, and Nelson ALS to Henry FitzHerbert; London, [England].

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Box 2
Abstract:
Following Herbert’s directions and shipping 50 barrels of herrings to his estates in Blue Mountain and Grange Hill, as well as a barrel of Barclay’s Porter and a ham. “We value the good opinion you entertain of the Master of this vessel, Capt. Lamolle, who was Capt. Ferrier’s mate.” Originally enclosed two letters, including one on the general health of Jamaica (not included). List of enslaved workers included, divided between praedial and non-praedial as well as attached and unattached. Categories for enslaved workers include tradesmen, laborers, those employed upon wharfs, and domestic servants, with sub-categories of "head" or "inferior." Children under 6 and "Aged, Diseased, or otherwise non-effective" listed separately.
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2 pages [total]

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Collection

African American and African Diaspora collection, 1729-1970 (majority within 1781-1865)
Total components 346
Items available online Online 252
Last indexed 2024-08-05