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Jones, William W., fl. 1862-1863 to Philip B. Jones

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC01449.01 Author/Creator: Jones, William W., fl. 1862-1863 Place Written: Richmond, Virginia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: December 31, 1862 Pagination: 1 p. : address : docket Height: 24 cm, Width: 20.1 cm Order a Copy

One letter addressed to Philip B. Jones from William W. Jones dated December 31, 1862. Pertains to paying $1,400 to enslave a man named Joe. Also states his concern that cost for enslaved people are rising. Mentions possibly selling two enslaved women named Sylvia and Betty. Says he has enclosed the bills of sale of other enslaved people. (see GLC01445).

[Jones, Philip B.], Sylvia, fl. 1862
[Jones, Philip B.], Betty, fl. 1862
[Jones, Philip B.], Joe, Richmond, VA, fl. 1828-1863
Jones, William W., fl. 1862-1863
Jones, Philip B., fl. 1862

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