1822 - Woodford Co., Active and lively Levi

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Title
1822 - Woodford Co., Active and lively Levi
Date
15 Jan 1822
Formatted date
1822-01-15
Event type
Escape
Description
Woodford County enslaver Simeon Buford discovered the escape of 19-yr-old freedom seeker, Levi, on Jan. 15, 1822. Levi was described as having a "bright yellow" complexion and was about 5'6" tall. He was "active and lively" and was wearing black and white striped pants when he left. A reward of up to $100 was offered for his return.
Bibliographic citation
Frankfort Argus, Mar. 28, 1822

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