May 25, 1849
Under the Refuge of Oppression, from the New Orleans Picayune, there is a listing of seven notices of Slaves/Negroes for Sale. The names of the sellers or agents are listed after each notice. Here is one full announcement, and a portion of a second:
“Nineteen Negroes — Consisting of 3 men, 3 women, and 13 small ones. At the same time and place, I will sell three thousand pounds of good Bacon, and a quantity of good Brick. Terms of sale:12 months, with note and security.” M. Patton, Adminisrator.”
“About 35 mules and horses, 7 yoke of oxen, cart, wagons, timber, wheels, FIFTY-TWO NEGROES, including blacksmiths, carpenters, coopers, engineers …The Plantation will be sold with or without the Negroes, at the option of the purchaser…”
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