Dennis-MD-1838

(Negro) James Dennis alias (Negro) James Cottman, a colored
boy, an orphan who on the 15th of March last past was 15
years old, son of (Negro) Larry or Laney Dennis, deceased,
is bound to William S. or L. Cottman, farmer. 9 January 1838
February Court 1838

(Worcester County MD Genealogical Records Orphans Book)

Contributed by: "Sue Moore" SMoore5234