1798 - Fayette Co., Enslaver warns against aid
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Title
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1798 - Fayette Co., Enslaver warns against aid
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Date
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18 Sep 1798
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Formatted date
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1798-09-18
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Description
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On September 18th, 1798, 30-yr-old freedom seeker, Dick, escaped the lands of Fayette County enslaver, John Clark, who lived on Tate's Creek Road. Dick was likely to have a pass and was described as very "active and sensible." Clark warned against anyone providing help, transportation or safe harbor to Dick. A reward of $10 was offered for his return.
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Bibliographic citation
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Kentucky Gazette, Lexington, Ky., Sept 26, 1798