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Wanted poster for an enslaved man named Jim, posted by enslaver A.B. Berry. The full text of the poster reads: "Fifty Dollars Reward. A negro man named Jim, about 5 feet 6 inches high, bright mulatto, full suit of hair, no marks recollected. He is about 24 years of age, and has rather a down look when spoken to. He has a variety of clothing, which he took with him. Jim was raised by Dr. John Wootton, late of Prince George's co. I will give the above reward for his apprehension and return to...
Dates:
1852 August 31