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    Marriage affidavit certificate for Phoebe and William

    James Jackson offered a reward of $300 for the capture and return of "William." (Photo courtesy William Kerrigan)

    Marriage affidavit certificate for Phoebe and William

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    Escaped West Virginia slave

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