1841-11-26, Unnamed, Male, Commercial Transaction (Enslaved hire)
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1841-11-26, Unnamed, Male, Commercial Transaction (Enslaved hire)
Description
An enslaved man was hired out as a blacksmith after serving a six year apprenticeship by Andrew J. Lamar.
Partial Transcript: "A first rate bricklayer; also a blacksmith, who has served his six years' apprenticeship. Also, two likely boys, suitable for farming. And a likely girl, about 18 years of age, suitable either for a family servant, or a field hand. The above negroes to be hired for one year from the first of January. Apply to Andrew J. Lamar."
Partial Transcript: "A first rate bricklayer; also a blacksmith, who has served his six years' apprenticeship. Also, two likely boys, suitable for farming. And a likely girl, about 18 years of age, suitable either for a family servant, or a field hand. The above negroes to be hired for one year from the first of January. Apply to Andrew J. Lamar."
Event Type
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Date
November 26, 1841
Location
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Freedom Status
Leaser
Task Performed
Blacksmith
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