unknown, male [85]
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Title
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unknown, male [85]
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Gender
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Male
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Biography
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In October, 1798, an unnamed young freedom seeker escaped from Garrard County enslaver Samuel Renshaw, who lived near the mouth of Hickman Creek. The many was about 21 years old, 5'9" tall and was wearing a red jacket and new shoes when he escaped; he was described as a "likely young fellow." A reward of $15 was offered for his return
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Birth information
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circa 1777
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Relationship
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Enslaver: Renshaw, Samuel
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Bibliographic citation(s)
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Kentucky Gazette, Lexington, Ky., Oct 24, 1798