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Runaway Slave broadside

Description:

This broadside is dated August 4, 1853, and is announcing a reward for the apprehension and return of a runaway slave named Emily who belonged to Thomas H. Williams from near Lewisburg, Mason County, Kentucky.

Fact or Fiction Activity Description:

This poster is advertising a reward for finding a lost woman named Emily.  She has gone missing and her family is looking for her. 

Creator:

N/A

Creation Date:

August 4, 1853

Collection Title:

Slaves and Slavery

Collection Number:

SC 1509

Image Number:

TAH0176