Runaway Slave Ad 1786

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Title

Runaway Slave Ad 1786

Description

Advertisements of runaway slaves of this sort were common before 1833 when the British abolished slavery. The format of the ad is also common, giving a description of runaway, Henry Jones, and threats to anyone who might aid in his concealment. Unlike this ad, many ads also offered a reward for the return of the runaway.

Creator

James Cox

Source

Nova Scotia Archives

Publisher

Nova Scotia Packet and General Advertiser 26 October 1786 p. 1

Date

1786

Rights

Permission on File

Format

PNG

Language

English

Type

Still Image

Identifier

Microfilm no. 4823