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24 August 1835

Fannin, James Walker, Jr., 1804-1836

Autograph document signed

Title: [Agreement for sale of five slaves]

Fannin receives $2800 in payment from J. F. Perry for the purchase of five slaves "African Negroes": Billy, John, Joe, Peter, and Betcey.

GLC06186

January 22, 1836

Fannin, James Walker, Jr., 1804-1836

Document signed

Title: Receipt for transporting 100 men and provisions

Signed as colonel of artillery and inspector general of Texas Republic troops.

GLC01167