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Blackstone, George
On November 8, 1818, freedom seeker George Blackstone escaped from enslaver William Owsley of Lincoln County. Blackstone was described as about 35-40 years old, 6 feet tall and 180 lbs. His face was thin but he had large whiskers. Blackstone was also know to be "very polite in company." A reward of up to $100 was offered for his return.
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unknown, Caesar [4]
On about January 22, Caesar, a 25-yr-old freedom seeker held by Lincoln Co. enslaver William Patton, made his escape to freedom. Caesar was about 5'8" tall and was fond of dressing well. He had previously been held by enslaver Nicholas Lewis of Lexington. Patton offered a reward of $5 plus expenses for his return.
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unknown, Gully
On Sept. 27, 1795, a 20-yr-old freedom seeker named Gully escaped from Lincoln Co. enslaver Frederick Burditt. Gully was described as about 5'6" tall and was without shoes when he escaped. Burditt offered a "handsome reward" for his return.