Louis D. DeSaussure papers, 1852 Sept. 25-1854 Feb. 11.

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Louis D. DeSaussure papers, 1852 Sept. 25-1854 Feb. 11.

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Papers pertaining to the slave trade include printed broadside, 25 Sept. 1852, "Gang of 25 Sea Island cotton and rice Negroes [to be auctioned] by Louis D. De Saussure," Ryan's Mart, Charleston, S.C., listing slaves grouped in family units, including name, age, and skills; and letter, 11 Feb. 1854, Charleston, S.C., to "Dear Frederick," re slave trade, prices expected for various individuals, noting sale of Silta and her family, mentioning possible sale of Jack, a slave who had been ordered sold out of state, and relaying message from Jack, who asks to be taken back. Collection also includes document, 20 June 1853, authorizing organization of Catawba Lodge of Odd Fellows at Lancaster, S.C., signed by DeSaussure in his capacity as Grand Master.

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Independent Order of Odd Fellows. Catawba Lodge (Lancaster, S.C.)

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DeSaussure, Louis D., approximately 1820-

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Slave auctioneer, of Charleston, S.C.; son of Henry Alexander DeSaussure (1788-1865) and Susan Boone DeSaussure (1789-1864). From the description of Louis D. DeSaussure papers, 1852 Sept. 25-1854 Feb. 11. (University of South Carolina). WorldCat record id: 34792593 ...