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Butts v. Hawkins et al

Jackson County MO

March 1, 1844

Female Enslavers

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Description

Case related to enslaved people sold to pay a fee bill against Rebecca Hawkins, who had been convicted of poisoning her husband. The case was moved to Van Buren County by change of venue.

Party 1 (Typically the Seller)

Salathiel Butts

Party 2 (Typically the Buyer)

Rebecca Hawkins

Source

Missouri Judicial Records Historical Database

Enslaved First Name(s)

Sam, Harrison, Ewing, Irene, John, George, Ned, Mary, Maria, Paralee

Item Number

Hawkinsc59120_B0011F0009

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