Typescript copy of the sale of a slave. (Original document was signed by Francisco Cruzat, and was transcribed on April 21, 1914, and returned to Mrs. J.L. McCormick). (in Spanish, includes translation), 1786
Item — Box: 1, Folder: 1
Scope and Contents
From the Collection:
The Slaves and Slavery Collection is an artificial, or subject-based, collection comprising a variety of documents that have been placed in this collection over the years due to their common subject matter. Approximately half of the documents in the collection are receipts for sales of slaves, some of which were recorded in various courts. The collection also includes deeds of emancipation; personal correspondence; and broadsides offering rewards for the capture of runaway slaves.
Dates
- 1786
Conditions Governing Access
The collection is open for research use.
Extent
From the Collection: 0.25 Cubic Feet ( (7 folders (96 items)))
Language of Materials
Spanish; Castilian
Repository Details
Part of the Missouri Historical Society Library and Research Center Repository