1817 - Madison Co., Fast-talking Harry

Item

Title
1817 - Madison Co., Fast-talking Harry
Date
Jan 1817
Formatted date
1817-01-02
Event type
Escape
Description
Just after the New Year, 1817, 22-yr-old Harry took his leave from Madison County slaveholder John Duncan. He was described as 5'9" tall and stout, with round features. Harry was a very fast talker as well. Up to $50 was offered for his return.
Participant
African American: unknown, Harry
unknown, Harry [19]
Slaveholder: Duncan, John
Location
Madison County (Ky.)
Source
Western Monitor, Lexington, Ky, Jan 24, 1817, https://www.genealogybank.com/
Item sets
AA--Events--Escapes--Kentucky--Madison County

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