Petition #11380505

Abstract

Peter Berry represents that "it is his wish to manumit his slave Sally who is a person that is advanced in years, but well able to provide for her subsistence." Avowing that she is "of good character," the petitioner prays "that he may be permitted to emancipate the said slave." Berry also asserts that he will be "bound for the said Slave not being chargeable on the Parish, as a Pauper or Beggar in case of her emancipation."

Result: Referred to judiciary committee.

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Repository: South Carolina Department of Archives and History, Columbia, South Carolina

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