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Court Record 94554: Report of Slaves sold

Jackson County MO

January 1, 1851

Estate

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Description

George W. Buchanan, commissioner of the estate of deceased Zere Oldham, files a report of enslaved people sold for the purpose of the distribution of profits. Edwin A. Hickman purchased a man named Anthony on January 6, 1851 for $750 as the highest bidder and credit of 9 months. Edwin A. Hickman also purchased a woman named Cloe for $100 as the highest bidder. Albert G. Oldham purchased a man named Ben for $390 and an infant named Jenny for $100.

Party 1 (Typically the Seller)

George W. Buchanan

Party 2 (Typically the Buyer)

Edwin A. Hickman, Albert G. Oldham

Source

Jackson County Clerk Records

Sale Amount

$1,340.00

Item Number

C61758_Jackson_CountyClerk_Records_v9_p1-200