1879-010: John H. Gaines vs. Charlotte Gaines (alias: Charlotte Taylor; Charlotte Shepherd)
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Husband sought divorce in 1867 alleging adultery and in 1879 a second bill sought annulment on grounds of wife’s alleged bigamy. He refers to his wife as a “woman of color” and says that they “occupied relation of man and wife.” Union was recognized legally by Feb. 27, 1866. Depositions of defendant’s sister and brother in law reference the evacuation of Richmond in 1866.
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The Library of Virginia800 East Broad StreetRichmond, VA 23219
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