Garrett, Thomas, 1789-1871
Abolitionist; joined Pennsylvania Abolition Society in 1818; his home in Wilmington, Del. was a refuge for slaves and an Underground Railroad station which caused Md. to offer a reward of $10,000 for his arrest. Arrested in 1848, convicted, fined. Helped about 2,000 salves to escape.
From the description of Deed of sale, 1832 March 22. (Unknown). WorldCat record id: 122582919
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