Citation - Virginia Gazette-Richmond (Hayes): 1782.06.29

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Index Entry Daniel, runaway Negro, singer of hymns 
Location Chesterfield 
Citation
VGR(HA.782.021
29 Jun 1782:42 (1/28)
Ran away from the subscriber, in Chesterfield County, near
Osborne's, on the 1st of May 1781, when the British troops
were there, the following Negroes, viz. Daniel, a low well-
made fellow, about 21 or 22 years old, has on his sides and
back several large humps like warts, occasioned by whipping. 
Dinah, a lusty made young wench, about 19 or 20 years old,
full round face, and very  large breasts. The above Negroes
much given to singing hymns... [8 more lines describing two
more Negroes and listing terms.] June 14, 1782. [signed]
Samuel Hatcher.


Generic Title Virginia Gazette-Richmond (Hayes) 
Date 1782.06.29 
Publisher Hayes, James 
City, State Richmond, VA 
Year 1782 
Bibliography B0047905
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