Baker v. Hudspeth
Jackson County MO
February 10, 1835
Description
Henry F. Baker complains that he “casually lost” enslaved person Frank. He claims that Thomas J. Hudspeth and John Hambright found him and refuses to return him. He claims Frank is of “great value” – about $550 – and sues for damages of $700. He drops the case after his wife, Elizabeth Baker nee Hudspeth pays $500 for Frank.
Party 1 (Typically the Seller)
Henry F. BakerParty 2 (Typically the Buyer)
Thomas J. Hudspeth, John HambrightSource
Missouri Judicial Records Historical DatabaseEnslaved First Name(s)
FrankItem Number
Bakerc66531_B0085F0052