Dennis Comer, who asserts that is able to produce "abundant proof of extraordinary good conduct through life," informs the court that he was freed on the 1st of May 1806 and now seeks to be granted permission to remain in Virginia. He explains that he is over sixty year of age and wishes to spend the rest of his life "where he was born." A related document reveals that Dennis, who had been uncommonly faithful to his former owner, Edward Washington, was "a first rate smith" who had been "a few years ago allowed to purchase himself at less than his value, in consequence of his fidelity, good character and conduct." After being set free, Dennis has been able to acquire "a farm of two hundred acres of land" where he resided with his family. No mention is made as to whether his wife and children were free or slaves.
Result: Referred to committee for courts of justice.
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Repository: Library of Virginia, Richmond, Virginia
