unknown, Jordan
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Title
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unknown, Jordan
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Gender
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Male
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Biography
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On July 11, 1829, freedom seekers Jim and Jordan, held by Lexington area enslaver, William C. Connett. Jordan was about 27 years old and "of low stature." Connett offered a reward of up to $100 for their return. It was suspected that they were with another freedom seeker, 24-yr-old Cyrus, held by enslaver C. Nutter, who lived nearby the Connett property. Nutter offered a reward of $15 for Cyrus' return. It was believed the three men would attempt to cross the Ohio River.
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Birth information
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circa 1802
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Relationship
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Enslaver: Connett, William C.
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Bibliographic citation(s)
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Reporter, Lexington, Ky., July 22, 1829