1871-022: Petition of the Exrs of Arthur B. Davies
- Scope and content:
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Concerns a group of enslaved individuals who were manumitted in a will, and efforts to prepare for their eventual move to Liberia. Includes articles discussing the creation of Virginia's Colonization Board and state funding for the transportation of "free people of color."
Access and use
- Location of collection:
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
- Contact for questions and access:
- POC: Archives Reference ServicesEmail: archdesk@lva.virginia.govPhone: (804) 692-3888Web: www.lva.virginia.gov
- Parent restrictions:
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Chancery Causes 1779-1912 use digital images found electronically on the Chancery Records Index available on the website of the Library of Virginia.
Chancery Causes 1913-1956 are unprocessed. Contact Archives Research Services for availability.
- Parent terms of access:
- No restrictions on use.