Contract between Willis P. Bocock and Lewis O. Collins, who will be serving as an overseer at Waldwick Plantation in Marengo County, Alabama.

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Description

In exchange for managing the plantation and slaves, Collins will receive a horse to ride about the property; housing, provisions, and a servant for his family; and $500 per year. The contract ends with the stipulation that "if he drinks any spirits in the time he is not to receive any wages." Preceding the agreement are twenty "Rules for the Overseer or Manager," which give instructions about proper conduct of the overseer and slaves; humane treatment of the slaves and livestock; maintenance of the land and living quarters; record keeping; and accountability for time, equipment, and produce.

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Text

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600 Ppi Tiff

Created Date:

1860 July 16 1860 07 16

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