William H. Clay presents that, in October 1819, he agreed to pay Bricey M. Owen $75 for superintending his plantation and slaves until the end of the year. Clay alleges that Bricey's deportment and behavior was such that it "became necessary for the preservation" of the slaves and "the proper exercise of humanity" to let him go. Although Owen agreed to go, he remained on the plantation assaulting, "beating and whipping the Slaves." Clay sues for $1,000 in damages.
Result: Dismissed.
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Repository: Greene County Courthouse, Greensboro, Georgia
