20 APRIL 1859 : Memphis Daily Appeal

Jailor’s Notice.

WAS committed to the Raleigh jail, Shelby county, on the 7th day of April, a NEGRO MAN, calling himself Arthur. Says he belongs to Benj. Polk, of Yallobusha county, Miss. Said negro is about 21 years old; black complexion; will weigh about 150 lbs.; two scars on his right wrist; no other marks visible.

L.D. WELLS, Jailor Shelby County, Tenn.

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