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Washington D.C. Sept 27th 1865 Know all men by these presents that I, R. S. Rodgers of Hartford County State of Maryland, held and firmly bound to the United States of America in the sum of (200$.) two Hundred Dollars, for the payment of which I bind myself my Heirs Executors and administrators firmly by these presents in this Contract. That I am to furnish the persons whose names are quarter. Board. And all necessary attendance and supplies in case of sickness and the amount set opposite their respective names per month, monthly. Less (25) twenty five per cent, which amount is to be retained by said Employer until the termination of the term of service. then to be paid in full to said below mentioned Employees. This Contract to be broken only by mutual consent. [[5 columned table]] | Names | Age | Rate per Month | Terms of Service | Remarks | |---|---|---|---|---| | Abraham Stuart | 22 | 12$ | One month or longer - as they agree - | | Rachel Stuart | 26 | 6$ | One month or longer - as they agree - | R. S. Rogers We agree to work for the above mentioned R. S. Rodgers for the time and amount per month set opposite our names in accordance with the Above Contract. Abraham his X mark Stuart Rachel her X mark Stuart Witness J. V. W. Vandenburgh Chgr of Intl. Office }
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