Last will and testament of William Skinner
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The last will and testament of William Skinner of Queen Anne's County. Dr. William Skinner has been designated as the executor to distribute his possessions among his widow, Margarett, and their eight children. Listed among the property being bequeathed are a number of enslaved persons named Solomon, Henny, Nan, Manah, Oliver, and Mary. One of the names of the enslaved persons is illegible due to damage.
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wills
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Wills, Family, Slaves, Slavery, Inheritance and succession, Executors and administrators Church Hill
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