Petition #11683515

Abstract

Enabled by his owner to "accumulate a sufficient sum of money to purchase his freedom," Stephen asks to remain with his slave wife and children in Virginia. He is an old man and wishes to spend "the short remainder of his days in the land of his birth." His petition is supported by white citizens.

Result: Referred to committee for courts of justice.

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Repository: Library of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia

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