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Purchase of Negro boy at $775; refused to pay $700 for girl. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

There is a separate article attached to the front of this letter from the Liberator (volume XXIII, no.30) issued in Boston, July 29, 1853, titled, "West India Emancipation: Celebration At Framingham." The artic More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

Asks value of Charleston market of Negroes described. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Possible purchase of woman Dulcina from Oakes. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Sends 2 newly bought Negroes Bill and Ann to Charleston; Emily out on trial; chance for exchange of boy. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about Philip's health and prospects of sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

There is a separate article attached to the front of this letter from the Liberator (volume XXIII, no.30) issued in Boston, July 29, 1853, titled, "West India Emancipation: Celebration At Framingham." The artic More

Describes newly bought Negroes. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Arrival of Sandy and plans for him. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Directions for sale of Louisa and Ben. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes several Negroes; asks Oakes to attend sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes several Negroes; asks Oakes to attend sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes Negroes purchased; railroad broken down, but will ship when possible. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes Solomon, for sale. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Wants to buy family Negro workman, blacksmith preferred. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

Bought a boy, to be sent at once to Charleston; others offered; chance to buy land cheap. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

Not interested in sale of woman; recommended Oakes as agent to sell her for Ker. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks value of Negro described. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Instructions for sale of girl Silvey; asks about G. F. Kinsey. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Purchase of Negro boy at $775; refused to pay $700 for girl. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about Philip's health and prospects of sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

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Possible purchase of woman Dulcina from Oakes. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Sends 2 newly bought Negroes Bill and Ann to Charleston; Emily out on trial; chance for exchange of boy. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Intends buying 2 Negroes to be sent to Charleston at once; goes to Darlington for 10 days. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about Rose, William Wright's woman, and titles in sale of January. On behalf of Wm Wright. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

There is a separate article attached to the front of this letter from the Liberator (volume XXIII, no.30) issued in Boston, July 29, 1853, titled, "West India Emancipation: Celebration At Framingham." The artic More

Asks about possible sale of Ben and John. In hands of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks number of Negros bought and when they will reach Wilmington. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Recent purchases of Negroes; Richardson anxious to sell one; Emily not sold. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes 3 Negroes just bought; can obtain lot of 14 in January. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Arrival at Sumterville, sale of boy, possibility of purchases at Major Crawford's sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Bought Edward for $950; should sell for $1250. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Has bought 2 Negros, likely field hands. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Will not take less than $1000 for Philip. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes several Negroes offered. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Trailbird will take care of girls sent Oakes. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

Offer of woman at $750, man for $900. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

On examination, Negro woman and child owned by Eliza McNellage were sound; confirmed by re-examination. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks value of Negro described. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

There is a separate article attached to the front of this letter from the Liberator (volume XXIII, no.30) issued in Boston, July 29, 1853, titled, "West India Emancipation: Celebration At Framingham." The artic More

John Pierpont writes William Lloyd Garrison at the direction of "Brother May" concerning the invitation from May to "be present and say something" at the celebration of "West India abolition". Pierpont asserts More

Certifies that Negro boy Will, once owned by Napoleon McLeod, has never been ill. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

High prices for Negroes at Richmond; anxious to furnish some. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Acknowledges draft for sale of Joe. On folder with printed advertisement for firm. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Recent profits poor; search for runaway; Emily not sold; her possible exchange. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Has bought Will and Primus; chance to buy woman at $700. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Negro women to be sent Atkins; market prices. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Prevalence of small-pox in South; 100 Negroes owned by L. White for sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

There is a separate article attached to the front of this letter from the Liberator (volume XXIII, no.30) issued in Boston, July 29, 1853, titled, "West India Emancipation: Celebration At Framingham." The artic More

Due to child's illness can not go to Charleston; wants to sell Negro Sam. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

Describes girl recently bought; intends going to Darlington. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Directions for sending Negroes to Wilmington. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Describes Sam. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Sale of Hester and child. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

James Miller McKim writes to Mary Anne Estlin in regards to his voyage back to the U.S. with Richard Davis Webb and of his time in New York before his return to Philadelphia. He writes of his editor of the "Pen More

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Offers 16 year old Negro for sale. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Doubts on purchase of Negroes; asks Charleston prices. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Purchase of likely boy for $850; will take girl at $900. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Unsound state of Dulcina; asks compensation. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks man Bob owned by Wright delivered to W. H. Falbird. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Requests balance due from sale of boy Ely. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Transfer of girl Ellen to J.C. Weatherby. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Favorable statements on Garrett's character. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks that Cain be shipped to Savannah; season dull. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Will undertake collection of Robuck's note; asks about buying cook. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Trouble about Joe; desire for Dr. McRae's testimony; purchase of Nancy. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Full description of Cyrus. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Business brisk; Caleb, bought of Bethune, a runaway; offer if family of 8 Negroes; asks value. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about 4 Negroes in Dickison's care who have been taken away. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Two Negroes have run away; Mansur's agreement to sell boy; plans for 5 Negroes if sold; wants second-hand piano. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

On boy sold McRae as referred to in Ms. Am. 322 Box 33 F371, suggests lawsuit. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks price of Negroes at Charleston. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about servant for sale named Minty; sends note from wife for her; asks price for her. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks about possible sale of Cyrus; bill against W.D. Ellis; market dull. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Requests balance due from sale of boy Ely. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Unable to sell Henry; offers 16 year old Negro boy and $100 in exchange. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Instructions about Negro Ben and advertising of runaway Negro Dave. In hand of Wm. C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Wants to buy two elderly farm hands. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Offers $1800 and expenses for last lot bought; intends buying girl with poor title; will buy family with seamstress. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Oakes's unsatisfactory handling of boy Ben, sold Legare; Ben to be returned immediately. In hand of Wm C. Dawson. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Asks price of a Negro he can sell on commission. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Price obtained for Negro Mary satisfactory; instructions for payment. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Instructions about boy Henry. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Terms for disposal of woman. Courtesy of Boston Public Library

Mahoney awaits higher prices for sale of boy; Doss not sold; chance to get Negroes; if bought, will take them to Richmond. Courtesy of Boston Public Library