1798 - Bullitt Co., Harry hurries away

Item

Title
1798 - Bullitt Co., Harry hurries away
Date
Dec 1798
Formatted date
1798-12
Event type
Escape
Description
In mid-December 1798, Harry, a 22-yr-old freedom seeker, held by Bullitt County enslaver James Yewell, left slavery behind. Harry, who used the alias "Sam Butler" was about 5'10" trall and had a large, vertical scar on his forehead. He was a fiddle playere and may have known some blacksmithing skills. A $25 reward was offered for his return.
Location
Bullitt County (Ky.)
Bibliographic citation
Kentucky Gazette, Lexington, Ky., Dec 19, 1798
Source
Newspapers.com
Item sets
AA--Events--Escapes--Kentucky--Bullitt County

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