Description
On January 7, 1850, Defendants Pitt and Paxton issued a note to Letitia Winston that they would pay $100 for the services of a “negro boy slave Lewis” from Feb. 4, 1850 to Jan. 7, 1851. During that period of time, Defendants Pitt and Paxton were also to clothe Lewis “comfortably” during the term of service and return him on Jan. 7, 1851, with a at least one new set of winter clothing and a blanket worth at least $2.00. Lewis was to be delivered to Pitt “who was the one who was to have his services.” Neither Defendant has paid the $100 by the Jan. 7, 1851, due date. They also failed to clothe Lewis or furnish any clothing at all or return Lewis with the winter clothing or blanket. Lelita Winston asks for judgment $100 + interest, $15 for damages (not providing Lewis clothing, winter clothing or blanket).Date(s) of Creation
2/14/1851
