Reward files, 1830.

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Reward files, 1830.

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This series consists of two letters concerning rewards offered by the Governor for the apprehension of criminals. Included is a letter from A.B. Cooper of Claiborne, Ala. to James Dellet describing the escape of a male slave named "Harry" from the jail where he was being held for the murder of "Foster". It was believed that the escape was aided by Harry's master "Garner". The letter contains a description of Harry and asks for assistance in apprehending the escapee. Dellet forwarded the letter to Moore for the Governor's attention.

Originals 1 folder.Copies One microfilm reel.

Alabama Department of Archives and History

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Alabama Department of Archives and History

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Cooper, A.B. b.1800.

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Alabama. Governor (1829-1831: G. Moore).

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Dellet, James, 1788-1848

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Moore, Gabriel, approximately 1785-1845

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Moore was a U.S. Senator from Alabama, 1831-37, after which he moved to Texas where he died in 1845. Moore also served as a U.S. Congressman representing Alabama, 1821-29, and as Governor, 1829-31. From the description of Letter, 1836. (Auburn University). WorldCat record id: 37523707 Ala. Governor, Ala. Senator, U.S. Senator, and U.S. Representative. Gabriel Moore moved to Huntsville, Ala. from N.C. in 1810. He served in the territorial legislature ...