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Power of Attorney: D. Shanks to J. Shanks

El Dorado County CA, Cass County MO

October 18, 1858

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Description

David Shanks appoints James M. Shanks as his attorney for the purpose of selling any land and property acquired as heir of David Shanks, deceased, and also to sell the following enslaved people: Anderson (abged about 30) and Matilda and her child.

Party 1 (Typically the Seller)

David Shanks

Party 2 (Typically the Buyer)

James M. Shanks

Source

Jackson County Recorder of Deeds

Enslaved First Name(s)

Anderson, Matilda

Item Number

ShanksD1859I0030482