Sylvester Judson vs. Isabel, his slave

Slavery Collection, 1709-1864

1817-07-30

Two-page complaint by Sylvester Judson of New York City that his female slave, Isabel, had run away. States that J. [Judge] Warner [probably Henry Whiting Warner] and J. [Judge] Hopson [probably James Hopson] determined that Isabell remain in Judson's service until the age of 25. Recorded by J. Hedden [probably Josiah Hedden].

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Mss Collection - Slavery Collection

Slavery--New York (State)--New York
Fugitive slaves--New York

Depositions

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