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Augusta County: W. J. D. Bell to John McCue, April 21, 1860

Summary:
Bell responds to an advertisment "by a gentleman of your Town" to hire out a slave.

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W. J. D. Bell
1860

April 21 1860

Staunton

Dear Sir

I see a negro Black Smith advertised by a gentleman of your Town, which hand I would like to hire for the balance of this year I want a smith that understands country work & particular Horse shoeing.

please inquire as to his qualifications price &c and let me hear as Soon as you can

Yours with respect

W. J. D. Bell