Grange-Hill, Westmorland,
March 28, 1809.
ABSCONDED about six weeks ago, a Negro Man, named
TOM, of the Moco country, by trade a backsmith, about 35
years of age, 5 feet 8 to 9 inches high, well-made, deep black
complexion, and is supposed to be marked IF on both his
shoulders. He is a plausible fellow, but cannot speak English
very plain: he will, however, most probably attempt to pass
as free, having been near Sweet-River, in this parish, about a
month ago, dressed in a long blue coat, had on boots, and said
he was on his way to St. Elizabeth. Whoever will apprehend
and lodge him in any workhouse in this island, or deliver him
to the subscriber, shall be entitled to receive a reward of Halfa-
Joe. Masters of vessels and others are hereby cautioned not
to harbour or takin him off yhe country, otherwise the law will
nbe strictly enforced against them.
JOHN FALCONER.