Mount St. Bernard, St. George’s,
March 7 [inc], 1804.
RAN AWAY from the above-mentioned plantation a young Negro
Man named GIL, about 5 feet 10 or 11 inches high, speaks
both English and French, and formerly belonged to Monsieur
De la Villeon. Said negro had on when he absconded a check
shirt and blue [pennistone] trowsers; and, as he may endeavour
to quit the island, Masters of Vessels are hereby cautioned not
to receive him. A reward of Half-a-Joe will be given for apprehending
and lodging him in any workhouse or gaol.
RICHARD ELLIS.