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Sunday, October 19, 2008

Unearthing the stories of slaves in Pittsburgh

With the mark of an "X," Sally promised to serve Pittsburgh attorney John McKee in exchange for food, clothing and lessons in the "art and mystery of a house Servant and Cook." At age 28, she'd be granted her freedom, as well as "two suits of women's apparel ... one of which shall be new."
Prof. Hex at 2:06 PM
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