Images of Enslavement Auction Advertisements, undated
Scope and Contents
Holds photocopied primary and secondary research materials obtained from various archives on Ziba B. Oakes and A.J. McElveen, with annotated drafts, newpaper articles, images, transcripts of letters and Drago's correspondence with publishers. Folders are organized in alphabetical order.
Dates
- Creation: undated
Creator
- From the Collection: Drago, Edmund L. (Person)
Access Restrictions
No restrictions.
Extent
From the Collection: 15.25 linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Materials Specific Details
Originally noted as "slave auction." Holds 8x10 inch image with photocopy inscribed: "A likely little GIRL By Z.B. Oakes, about 6 years old, wIthout parents. Conditions cash. Jan 6" (year not indicated). With photocopy of image: "Coachman and House Servant, at Private Sale, By Z.B. Oakes"
Repository Details
Part of the Avery Research Center for African American History and Culture Repository
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Charleston South Carolina 29424 United States
843-953-7608
averyresearchcenter@cofc.edu