Description
William M. Paxton, Administrator, reports on the June 7, 1858, sale of slaves at the Courthouse door in Platte City as ordered by the Probate Court. John Ferrin bought French (Frank), a Negro boy about 24 years old, for $1005.00. "The other Negroes Alfred aged 13, Martin aged 11 and Minerva aged 48 he sold privately in pursuance of your order to Lewis Swope at their appraisement, 1/3 cash and the remainder in 12 months." (see Lewis Swope, a Free Man of Color, entries)Date(s) of Creation
7/12/1858