Description
"The following slaves were sold by Sheriff Spratt, at public outcry, in Platte City on Monday last. They belonged to the Estate of Henry Roach, deceased, and were sold for partition. Frank, aged about 10 years old, sold to Mrs. (Mary) Roach for $900. Marion, aged about 10 (years old) sold to Sallie Ann Simmons for $700.00. George, aged about 12 years, sold to Richard Sutler for $1,005. Wallace, aged about 25 (years old) sold to A. J. (Andrew "Andy" Jackson) Lovelady for $1,400. James, aged about 14 (years old), sold to John Maggitt for $926. Terms of sale 12 months time, with interest."Date(s) of Creation
7/21/1857